Metro Dogs
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.6 /10Exceptional · 242 reviews · top 19% in Minneapolis
Sources
Behind the 9.6
- Reviews read
- 242 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.80 ★
- Rank
- #29 of 162 in Minneapolis
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$67 /nightFrom their website, 2026-10-19
$35middle $56$70
Above the Minneapolis middle price
Sources
Behind the $67
- Source
- Metro Dogs’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-19
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Overnight Stays $ 67 / night ... FULL DAY DAYCARE All Day Play! SINGLE SESSION –– $44”Open their price page ↗
Metro Dogs is a dog daycare in Minneapolis, MN, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.6/10 (exceptional) from 242 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #29 of 162 in Minneapolis. Its website lists boarding from $67 per night and daycare from $44 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 19.
No overnight staffStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Not mentioned: canine influenza
All-day open playPlay model, per the facility.
Outdoor access: yardPer the facility’s website.
Live cameras for ownersPer the facility’s website.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareTrainingBoarding Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $67/night
- Daycare rate
- $44/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Minneapolis
- #29 of 162
- Google rating
- ★4.8 (242)
- From downtown
- 1.3 mi
- Neighborhood
- North Loop
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
19/27
19 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 requirements5 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Not mentioned: canine influenza
Their words
“Current on all of the following veterinary information: Rabies vaccination. DHPP vaccination (or equivalent) Bordetella vaccination. Leptospirosis vaccination. Negative fecal exam within the last year.”metrodogsmn.com/dog-boarding/
Fecal / parasite testNegative test required
Their words
“Current on all of the following veterinary information: Rabies vaccination. DHPP vaccination (or equivalent) Bordetella vaccination. Leptospirosis vaccination. Negative fecal exam within the last year.”metrodogsmn.com/dog-boarding/
Spay / neuterRequired from 12 months
Their words
“They include health requirements such as up-to-date vaccines and fecal exams, free of communicable diseases, and spayed or neutered by 12 months of age*.”metrodogsmn.com/faq/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“We require an evaluation day for a handful of reasons, but most importantly it’s to ensure the safety of all dogs in our care during daycare or overnight care.”metrodogsmn.com/faq/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“You can upload this information electronically to your Gingr account, or you can send it to us through email”metrodogsmn.com/confidence_club/
Operations14 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightNo — nobody is on site overnight
Their words
“Our staff handles the last potty break between 9-10pm and then it s sleepy time. In the morning, they arrive at 6:30am sharp for breakfast and potty.”metrodogsmn.com/dog-boarding/
Staff-to-dog ratio1:15-1:20 staff to dogs
Their words
“On average, our groups for larger and more active dogs have a maximum capacity of 15 dogs per human. Smaller and less active dogs have a maximum capacity of 20 dogs per human.”metrodogsmn.com/faq/
Staff certificationFear Free certified
Their words
“Our staff is Fear Free and Canine First Aid certified.”metrodogsmn.com/dog-boarding/
Play modelAll-day open play
Their words
“Metro Dogs Daycare is a social, group environment where the dogs hang out and play together all day.”metrodogsmn.com/dog-daycare/
Groups separated bySize, play style and personality
Their words
“Playrooms at Metro Dogs are separated by size, play-style, personality, and more.”metrodogsmn.com/dog-daycare/
Outdoor accessYard
Their words
“Outdoor K9 Turf Play Yard: The Perfect Outdoor Playground This specially designed area provides a safe and fun space for dogs to enjoy fresh air and exercise.”metrodogsmn.com/dog-daycare/
Capacity15
Their words
“For overnight care, we have a maximum number of 15 dogs for weekends and holidays. On weekdays, we only accept 5 dogs for overnight care.”metrodogsmn.com/faq/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Our building is climate controlled, cool in the summer, and warm in the winter!”metrodogsmn.com/
Live cameras for ownersYes
Their words
“Services provided for you Text updates. Webcam access.”metrodogsmn.com/dog-boarding/
Photo / report-card updatesYes
Their words
“You ll get daily photo updates so you can see how much fun your dog is having!”metrodogsmn.com/dog-boarding/
Injury / fight policyPublished
Their words
“If there is an injury, we tend to it immediately and notify the owners of all dogs involved.”metrodogsmn.com/faq/
Administers medicationIncluded
Their words
“Relaxation time. Medication administration. Bedtime treats.”metrodogsmn.com/dog-boarding/
FeedingOwner's food required
Their words
“What to bring? a.) Your dog s food Please pack your dog s food in either of the following ways”metrodogsmn.com/dog-boarding/
Online bookingYes
Their words
“Simply log into your Gingr Portal account and click New Booking to get started.”metrodogsmn.com/dog-boarding/
Show 8 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
HousingNot published on their website
ToursNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
AvailabilityNot 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
webcams 32puppy care 6puppy academy 4leash walking class 3comfortable dogs 3dog separation by size 2live camera feed 2behavior reinforcement 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Checkout time
- Boarding check-out is by 1:00 PMStated on their website
- Late pick-up
- Boarding pick-up after 1:00 PM is charged the half-day daycare rateStated on their website
- Cancellation
- $62 boarding deposit refundable if cancelled more than 7 days ahead; forfeited inside 7 daysStated on their website
- If a dog is sick
- Daycare: sick dogs not wanted (fee waived if told by 9 am); tracks illness and notifies clients of outbreaksStated on their website
- Collars
- Choke chains, prong collars and e-collars are not allowed at drop-offStated on their website
- Handling & correction
- Uses positive reinforcement methodologyStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Updates during a stay
- Boarding includes text updates, good morning and good night photos, and a report card for the stayStated on their website
- Anxious or shy dogs
- Confidence Club: small-group daycare for nervous, shy or fearful dogs that builds confidence slowlyStated on their website
- Minimum age
- Puppies must be at least 9 weeks old with first DHPP and Bordetella shots and a negative fecal exam (daycare)Stated on their website
- Unaltered dogs & females in heat
- No females in heat at any age; sterilization required by 12 monthsStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | $42/day | Archived page, 2023-12-03 |
| 2024 | — | $42/day | Archived page, 2024-12-08 |
| 2025 | — | $45/day | Archived page, 2025-11-10 |
| Now | $67/night | $44/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
- 7–9:30 AM, 12–1 PM, 3:30–6:30 PM
- Tue
- 7–9:30 AM, 12–1 PM, 3:30–6:30 PM
- Wed
- 7–9:30 AM, 12–1 PM, 3:30–6:30 PM
- Thu
- 7–9:30 AM, 12–1 PM, 3:30–6:30 PM
- Fri
- 7–9:30 AM, 12–1 PM, 3:30–6:30 PM
- Sat
- 8–9 AM, 12:30–1 PM, 5:30–6:30 PM
- Sun
- 8–9 AM, 12:30–1 PM, 5:30–6:30 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
Location
506 N 11th Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55411
1.3 miles from downtown Minneapolis · North Loop · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Metro Dogs
What services does Metro Dogs offer?
Metro Dogs is listed as a dog day care center in Minneapolis, MN, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Metro Dogs charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $67 per night and daycare at $44 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 Metro Dogs require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Not mentioned: canine influenza.
Is someone on site overnight at Metro Dogs?
No — nobody is on site overnight, according to the facility's own website.
How does Metro Dogs compare with other Minneapolis facilities?
It ranks #29 of 162 in the Minneapolis index by Dogs Away score (9.6/10, exceptional), based on 242 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Metro Dogs, Minneapolis, MN. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/minneapolis-mn/metro-dogs/Similar places near Minneapolis
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