Downtown Dogs

★ 4.7 · 332 Google reviews·Dog daycare·Minneapolis, MN

DaycareBoarding

Dogs Away score9.4 /10Excellent · 332 reviews · top 47% in Minneapolis

Sources

Behind the 9.4

Reviews read: 332 on Google
Average stars: 4.70 ★
Rank: #74 of 162 in Minneapolis
Ratings as of: July–October 2026

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Published rate$55 /night

$35middle $56$70

About the Minneapolis middle price

From their website, 2026-10-19

Sources

Behind the $55

Source: Downtown Dogs’s own website
Checked on: 2026-10-19
Rate type: First dog, standard night

“Free Play Boarding: Sibling Savings For 2nd dog in household $64.00 $60.00 ... Individual Boarding: Sibling Savings For 2nd dog in household $55.00 $51.00 Indy+ (Individual boarding with one hour of play per day) ... Hourly $6.50/hour $6.50/hour $13.00/hour Full Day $39.00 $35.00 $74.00”

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Downtown Dogs is a dog daycare in Minneapolis, MN, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.4/10 (excellent) from 332 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars — #74 of 162 in Minneapolis. Its website lists boarding from $55–$64 per night and daycare from $39 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 15.

No overnight staffStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Outdoor access: yardPer the facility’s website.
Live cameras for ownersPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.

Key facts

Services: DaycareBoarding Confirmed on their own website
Type: Dedicated facility
Boarding rate: $55–$64/night
Daycare rate: $39/day
Open 24 hours: No
Rank in Minneapolis: #74 of 162
Google rating: ★4.7 (332)
From downtown: 1.3 mi
Neighborhood: Harrison
Additional dog: Free Play Boarding 2nd dog in household $60.00; Individual Boarding 2nd dog $51.00
Profile claimed on Google: Yes

Policies & requirements

15/27

15 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 requirements4 of 6 published

Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis

Their words

“we require that dogs playing or staying at Downtown Dogs are current on and provide documentation of DHPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvo, Parainfluenza), Rabies and Bordetella (Kennel Cough) vaccinations.”dtdogs.com/faqs/

Spay / neuterRequired for group play only from 7 months

Their words

“All dogs over seven months of age must also be spayed or neutered for Free Play Daycare or Free Play Boarding. Intact dogs are welcome to take advantage of our Individual Daycare or Individual Boarding option.”dtdogs.com/faqs/

Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay

Their words

“every dog boarding at Downtown Dogs must: Complete an evaluation (four hour daycare visit) prior to boarding”dtdogs.com/boarding/

Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word

Their words

“You can either ask your veterinarian to fax (612-374-3650) or email [email protected] vaccination records to us or bring them to your evaluation.”dtdogs.com/faqs/

Operations11 of 21 published

Staff on site overnightNo — nobody is on site overnight

Their words

“After 10:00 p.m., all boarding dogs are safely tucked into their beds and settled in for the night and staff goes home for some well-earned rest.”dtdogs.com/faqs/

Staff certificationIBPSA rated

Their words

“IBPSA Active Provider Member”dtdogs.com/faqs/

Groups separated byTemperament and play style

Their words

“group them by temperament (e.g., energy level, play style) – not necessarily by size”dtdogs.com/faqs/

Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered

Their words

“Intact dogs are welcome to take advantage of our Individual Daycare or Individual Boarding option.”dtdogs.com/faqs/

HousingSuite

Their words

“Your dog will relax in a large, private suite furnished with a comfortable bed, cozy blankets and plenty of fresh water.”dtdogs.com/boarding/

Outdoor accessYard

Their words

“We have three city-approved outdoor play yards accessible for pups to both potty and play.”dtdogs.com/faqs/

Live cameras for ownersYes

Their words

“Get in on the action any time on our live webcams !”dtdogs.com/daycare/

ToursTours offered

Their words

“Can I have a tour to see where my dog will play or stay? Of course! We’re proud to show off the sights, sounds (and yes, smells) of Downtown Dogs.”dtdogs.com/faqs/

Injury / fight policyPublished

Their words

“Should an injury occur that we feel needs a veterinarian’s attention, we will first attempt to get in contact with you (or your emergency contact if we cannot reach you) and your primary veterinarian.”dtdogs.com/faqs/

Administers medicationYes, no charge

Their words

“We are happy to administer any medications* that your dog requires while they are with us, all at no additional charge, of course.”dtdogs.com/faqs/

FeedingOwner's food required

Their words

“we ask that you provide enough food for their entire stay”dtdogs.com/faqs/

Show 12 policies not published on their website

Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website

Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website

Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website

Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website

Play modelNot published on their website

Time out of their roomNot published on their website

CapacityNot published on their website

Climate controlNot published on their website

Photo / report-card updatesNot published on their website

Veterinary accessNot 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

9.4ExcellentDogs Away score

5 ★290

4 ★15

3 ★8

2 ★6

1 ★13

★ 4.70Google average

332reviews behind the score

★ 4.67Minneapolis average

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

webcams 22tired dogs 4dog socialization 3dog cams 2easy pick up and drop off 2camera access 2hourly rate 2detailed notes 2

Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.

Booking terms & safety

Checkout time: Boarding check-out time is 10:00 AMStated on their website
Late pick-up: Daycare fees apply to boarding pick-ups after 10:00 AMStated on their website
Cancellation: No charge to cancel boarding up to the day of arrival; Christmas/New Year needs 2 weeks, or the nights may be chargedStated on their website
If a dog is sick: Owners must not bring dogs with illness symptoms or exposure until a vet confirms it is not contagiousStated on their PDF
Vet costs during a stay: After a dog altercation, each dog's owner pays vet costs for their own dogStated on their PDF
Handling & correction: Contract lists praise, time-outs, water bottles, bark collars and citronella products as practices it may useStated on their PDF

In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.

Who they take & how they care

Anxious or shy dogs: Playrooms split by temperament; Florida room is a respite for seniors, small dogs or shy dogsStated on their website
Unaltered dogs & females in heat: Dogs over 7 months must be neutered for Free Play; intact dogs can use Individual Daycare or BoardingStated on their website

In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.

Price history

Published rate for the same product as today, from archived copies of the facility’s own rate page.
Year	Boarding	Daycare	Source
2020	$36–$45/night	—	Archived page, 2020-12-02
2020	—	$31/day	Archived page, 2020-12-02
2021	$36–$45/night	—	Archived page, 2021-12-05
2021	—	$31/day	Archived page, 2021-10-26
2022	$38–$47/night	—	Archived page, 2022-10-01
2023	—	$36/day	Archived page, 2023-09-22
2024	$50–$59/night	—	Archived page, 2024-07-21
2024	—	$36/day	Archived page, 2024-07-21
Now	$55–$64/night	$39/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: 6:45 AM–8 PM
Tue: 6:45 AM–8 PM
Wed: 6:45 AM–8 PM
Thu: 6:45 AM–8 PM
Fri: 6:45 AM–8 PM
Sat: 8 AM–6 PM
Sun: 8 AM–6 PM

From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.

Location

821 2nd Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55405

1.3 miles from downtown Minneapolis · Harrison · Get directions

Amenities & details

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Downtown Dogs

What services does Downtown Dogs offer?

Downtown Dogs is listed as a dog day care center in Minneapolis, MN, offering daycare, boarding.

How much does Downtown Dogs charge?

Its website lists overnight boarding at $55–$64 per night and daycare at $39 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-10-19). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Minneapolis median published boarding rate is $56/night.

What vaccines does Downtown Dogs require?

According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.

Is someone on site overnight at Downtown Dogs?

No — nobody is on site overnight, according to the facility's own website.

How does Downtown Dogs compare with other Minneapolis facilities?

It ranks #74 of 162 in the Minneapolis index by Dogs Away score (9.4/10, excellent), based on 332 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars.