Dogtopia of Golden Valley
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.6 /10Exceptional · 229 reviews · top 19% in Minneapolis
Sources
Behind the 9.6
- Reviews read
- 229 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.80 ★
- Rank
- #29 of 162 in Minneapolis
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$46 /dayFrom their website, 2026-10-19
$30middle $39$45
Pricier than most in Minneapolis
Sources
Behind the $46
- Source
- Dogtopia of Golden Valley’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-19
- Rate type
- First dog, standard day
“Full Day $46”Open their price page ↗
Dogtopia of Golden Valley is a dog daycare in Golden Valley, MN, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.6/10 (exceptional) from 229 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #29 of 162 in Minneapolis. Its website lists daycare from $46 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 8.
All-day open playPlay model, per the facility.
Live cameras for ownersPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareDog walkingBoardingGroomingPet sitting Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- $46/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Minneapolis
- #29 of 162
- Google rating
- ★4.8 (229)
- From downtown
- 6.4 mi
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
8/27
8 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-10-20. Open a policy to see their exact words.
Admission requirements2 of 6 published
Spay / neuterRequired from 7 months
Their words
“We require that all dogs seven months and older are spayed or neutered.”dogtopia.com/minneapolis-goldenvalley/dog-boarding/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“Before boarding, your dog will be subject to a temperament test as well as required to complete up to 3 days of daycare prior to your boarding stay.”dogtopia.com/minneapolis-goldenvalley/dog-boarding/
Operations6 of 21 published
Play modelAll-day open play
Their words
“8-10 hours of open-play”dogtopia.com/minneapolis-goldenvalley/dog-daycare/
Groups separated bySize, temperament and play style
Their words
“separated by friends of similar size, temperament and play style”dogtopia.com/minneapolis-goldenvalley/dog-daycare/
Time out of their room8-10 hours of open play
Their words
“8-10 hours of open-play”dogtopia.com/minneapolis-goldenvalley/dog-daycare/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“All of our spacious indoor playrooms use climate-controlled HVAC systems to keep your pup the perfect temperature during play time and nap time”dogtopia.com/minneapolis-goldenvalley/
Live cameras for ownersYes
Their words
“Free webcam access so you can keep an eye on your pup”dogtopia.com/minneapolis-goldenvalley/dog-daycare/
Photo / report-card updatesYes
Their words
“You’ll get periodic report cards to keep you in the loop on your dog’s behavior”dogtopia.com/minneapolis-goldenvalley/dog-daycare/
Show 19 policies not published on their website
Vaccinations requiredNot published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Vaccination recordsNot published on their website
Staff on site overnightNot published on their website
Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Staff certificationNot published on their website
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
HousingNot published on their website
Outdoor accessNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
ToursNot published on their website
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
Administers medicationNot published on their website
FeedingNot published on their website
AvailabilityNot published on their website
Online bookingNot published on their website
Policies change, so confirm anything that matters when you book. Items marked “described by reviewers” come from customers, not from the facility.
Score & reviews
9.6ExceptionalDogs Away score
Higher is better. A score backed by more reviews is more reliable. Read the reviews on Google Maps. Data as of July–October 2026.
What reviewers mention most
socialization 21fun events 8webcams 7clean rooms 5photo shoots 3tired dogs 3hyperactive puppy care 2energy release 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Cancellation
- Holiday boarding deposit (50%) non-refundable if cancelled within 7 days of the stayStated on their website
- Holiday minimum stay
- 2-night minimum for holiday boarding (Spring Break, July 4th, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Eve)Stated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Updates during a stay
- Periodic report cards on behavior and new friends (daycare page)Stated on their website
- Minimum age
- Boarding puppies must be at least three months oldStated on their website
- Breed & size limits
- All breeds welcome at the facility (daycare page)Stated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | $42/day | Archived page, 2024-11-02 |
| 2025 | — | $46/day | Archived page, 2025-08-11 |
| Now | — | $46/day | Their website, 2026-10-19 |
First-dog standard rate, lower end of any range. How this feeds the market trend: Dogs Away Boarding Price Index.
Hours
- Mon
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Sat
- 10 AM–5 PM
- Sun
- 10 AM–5 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
Location
9010 Olson Mem Hwy, Golden Valley, MN 55427
6.4 miles from downtown Minneapolis · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Dogtopia of Golden Valley
What services does Dogtopia of Golden Valley offer?
Dogtopia of Golden Valley is listed as a dog day care center in Golden Valley, MN, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Dogtopia of Golden Valley charge?
Its website lists daycare at $46 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-10-19). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking.
Is someone on site overnight at Dogtopia of Golden Valley?
Dogtopia of Golden Valley's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-10-20). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does Dogtopia of Golden Valley compare with other Minneapolis facilities?
It ranks #29 of 162 in the Minneapolis index by Dogs Away score (9.6/10, exceptional), based on 229 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Dogtopia of Golden Valley, Golden Valley, MN. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/minneapolis-mn/dogtopia-of-golden-valley/Similar places near Golden Valley
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