Riverside Pet Resort
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.9 /10Exceptional · 125 reviews · top 2% in Minneapolis
Sources
Behind the 9.9
- Reviews read
- 125 on Google
- Average stars
- 5.00 ★
- Rank
- #3 of 162 in Minneapolis
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$52 /nightFrom their website, 2026-10-19
$35middle $56$70
Below the Minneapolis middle price
Sources
Behind the $52
- Source
- Riverside Pet Resort’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-19
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Standard Lodge $52/night ... Private Luxury Suite $129/night ... Full Day $35 Over 5 hours”Open their price page ↗
Riverside Pet Resort is a dog daycare in Hastings, MN, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.9/10 (exceptional) from 125 Google reviews averaging 5.0 stars — #3 of 162 in Minneapolis. Its website lists boarding from $52–$129 per night and daycare from $35 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 7.
Top 2% in Minneapolis#3 of 162 by Dogs Away score, from 125 reviews.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Open play with enforced restPlay model, per the facility.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareBoardingPet sitting Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $52–$129/night
- Daycare rate
- $35/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Minneapolis
- #3 of 162
- Google rating
- ★5.0 (125)
- From downtown
- 24.5 mi
- Additional dog
- 50% off each additional dog
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
7/27
7 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 requirements3 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“dogs must be up to date on their core vaccinations, including rabies, distemper/parvo (DHPP), and Bordetella.”riversidepetmn.com/faq
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“Do you evaluate dogs before their first daycare visit? Yes. Every dog is unique, so our team carefully evaluates play styles, energy levels, and personalities before group play.”riversidepetmn.com/faq
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Please bring or send current records before your pet’s first visit so our team can keep them on file.”riversidepetmn.com/faq
Operations6 of 21 published
Play modelOpen play with enforced rest
Their words
“Dogs get opportunities for free-form off-leash play and socialization. Enrichment Breaks Activities help add variety beyond open play. Rest Built In Structured rest periods help keep the day from becoming overstimulating.”riversidepetmn.com/services/daycare
Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered
Their words
“4–5 Riverside Romps per day (group or individual play time)”riversidepetmn.com/services/boarding
HousingSuite
Their words
“Spacious private luxury suite (~8' × 16')”riversidepetmn.com/services/boarding
Outdoor accessYard — described in 7 reviews, not stated by the facility
Photo / report-card updatesYes — described in 13 reviews, not stated by the facility
Administers medicationYes
Their words
“Can your team administer medication during a boarding stay? Yes. Medication administration is available for boarding guests.”riversidepetmn.com/faq
Show 18 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
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
Groups separated byNot published on their website
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website
ToursNot published on their website
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot 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
9.9ExceptionalDogs 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
picture updates 13outdoor play 7photo and video updates 6shy dog care 3smaller dogs 3exhausted and happy dogs 2anxious dog 2indoor and outdoor play 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Location
12260 Margo Ave S, Hastings, MN 55033
24.5 miles from downtown Minneapolis · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Riverside Pet Resort
What services does Riverside Pet Resort offer?
Riverside Pet Resort is listed as a dog day care center in Hastings, MN, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Riverside Pet Resort charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $52–$129 per night and daycare at $35 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 Riverside Pet Resort require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Riverside Pet Resort?
Riverside Pet Resort'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 Riverside Pet Resort compare with other Minneapolis facilities?
It ranks #3 of 162 in the Minneapolis index by Dogs Away score (9.9/10, exceptional), based on 125 Google reviews averaging 5.0 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Riverside Pet Resort, Hastings, MN. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/minneapolis-mn/riverside-pet-resort/Similar places near Hastings
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