Muddy Paws Play + Stay
Daycare
Dogs Away score8.9 /10Very good · 130 reviews · top 94% in Minneapolis
Sources
Behind the 8.9
- Reviews read
- 130 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.40 ★
- Rank
- #147 of 162 in Minneapolis
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published5 of 27From their website, 2026-10-20
Muddy Paws Play + Stay is a dog daycare in Columbus, MN, offering daycare. It scores 8.9/10 (very good) from 130 Google reviews averaging 4.4 stars — #147 of 162 in Minneapolis. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 5.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Outdoor access: indoor outdoorPer the facility’s website.
Key facts
- Services
- Daycare
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Minneapolis
- #147 of 162
- Google rating
- ★4.4 (130)
- From downtown
- 21.7 mi
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
5/27
5 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
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Dogs entering our facility need to be up to date on the following (age applicable) vaccinations as well as providing proof: -Bordetella -Distemper -Rabies”muddypawsplaystay.com/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“All new dogs are required to come in for an evaluation where we determine the appropriate play group for your dog as well as making sure they would be safe staying with us.”muddypawsplaystay.com/
Operations3 of 21 published
Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered
Their words
“For those pups who prefer a quieter day or human company, we also offer one-on-one time with our friendly and certified staff members.”muddypawsplaystay.com/
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor
Their words
“All-Day Indoor-Outdoor Play: Dogs have unrestricted access to our spacious outdoor play yard and indoor play areas throughout the day”muddypawsplaystay.com/about
FeedingEither house or owner's food
Their words
“Each dog is provided with a comfortable suite that includes a raised cot, food, and water. Owners are welcome to bring their own food, toys, blankets, and beds to make their dog feel more at home.”muddypawsplaystay.com/services
Show 22 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot 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
Play modelNot published on their website
Groups separated byNot published on their website
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
HousingNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website
Photo / report-card updatesNot 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
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
8.9Very goodDogs 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
kind staff 10socialization 8overnight boarding 5dog play 4muddy paws 2temperament test 2kennel cough 2skilled staff 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Who they take & how they care
- Unaltered dogs & females in heat
- Unaltered dogs are accepted; females in heat are not allowedStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 6 AM–7 PM
- Tue
- 6 AM–7 PM
- Wed
- 6 AM–7 PM
- Thu
- 6 AM–7 PM
- Fri
- 6 AM–7 PM
- Sat
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Sun
- 7 AM–7 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
Location
15120 W Freeway Dr, Columbus, MN 55025
21.7 miles from downtown Minneapolis · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Muddy Paws Play + Stay
What services does Muddy Paws Play + Stay offer?
Muddy Paws Play + Stay is listed as a dog day care center in Columbus, MN, offering daycare.
How much does Muddy Paws Play + Stay charge?
We did not find a published rate on Muddy Paws Play + Stay's website when we checked it (2026-10-20); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Minneapolis median published boarding rate is $56/night across 57 facilities.
What vaccines does Muddy Paws Play + Stay require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Muddy Paws Play + Stay?
Muddy Paws Play + Stay'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 Muddy Paws Play + Stay compare with other Minneapolis facilities?
It ranks #147 of 162 in the Minneapolis index by Dogs Away score (8.9/10, very good), based on 130 Google reviews averaging 4.4 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Muddy Paws Play + Stay, Columbus, MN. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/minneapolis-mn/muddy-paws-play-stay/Similar places near Columbus
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