Urban Hound Playground
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.6 /10Exceptional · 112 reviews · top 19% in Minneapolis
Sources
Behind the 9.6
- Reviews read
- 112 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.80 ★
- Rank
- #29 of 162 in Minneapolis
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$69 /nightFrom their website, 2026-10-19
$35middle $56$70
Above the Minneapolis middle price
Sources
Behind the $69
- Source
- Urban Hound Playground’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-19
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Pricing (effective 12/1/2025) : Daycare: $29 half-day (5 hours or less) $39 full day Boarding: $69/night”Open their price page ↗
Urban Hound Playground is a dog daycare in Minneapolis, MN, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.6/10 (exceptional) from 112 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #29 of 162 in Minneapolis. Its website lists boarding from $69 per night and daycare from $39 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 9.
Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
All-day open playPlay model, per the facility.
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
- $69/night
- Daycare rate
- $39/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Minneapolis
- #29 of 162
- Google rating
- ★4.8 (112)
- From downtown
- 5.9 mi
- Neighborhood
- Southwest Minneapolis
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
9/27
9 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
“Your dog must be up-to-date with their rabies, Bordetella (kennel cough) and distemper vaccinations (complete series).”urbanhoundmn.com/faqs
Spay / neuterRequired from 7 months
Their words
“Once your dog is 7 months old, they must be spayed or neutered for the protection and safety of all of our guests.”urbanhoundmn.com/faqs
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“How do I get my dog started as a daycare or boarding client at Urban Hound? Please visit the Contact Us page and submit a request for a Meet and Greet session.”urbanhoundmn.com/faqs
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“We will obtain a current vaccination record from your veterinarian.”urbanhoundmn.com/faqs
Operations5 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“We are one of the only dog boarding facilities in the South Minneapolis area that has 24/7 staffing meaning your pooch is always safe and sound.”urbanhoundmn.com/boarding
Play modelAll-day open play
Their words
“Urban Hound offers full and half day dog daycare within one of four open play areas.”urbanhoundmn.com/daycare
HousingCage free
Their words
“Our dog daycare and boarding is cage-free, meaning hounds are allowed to roam freely with plenty of supervision.”urbanhoundmn.com/boarding
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“We offer over 13,000 feet of climate-controlled dog daycare exercise space, supervised by pet care professionals.”urbanhoundmn.com/boarding
Veterinary accessVeterinarian on call
Their words
“Do you have a vet on staff? We are affiliated with Woodlake Veterinary Clinic should there be an emergency.”urbanhoundmn.com/faqs
Show 18 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
Staff certificationNot published on their website
Groups separated byNot 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
Outdoor accessNot published on their website
CapacityNot 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
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
happy dog 7tired pups 6doggy daycare 5affordable 4personalized care 3clean facility 2dog safety 2daily pictures 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Checkout time
- Boarding checkout is by 10:00 AMStated on their website
- Late pick-up
- Checkout after 10:00 AM costs an additional $36Stated on their website
- Cancellation
- Boarding with deposit: cancel 15+ days ahead; without deposit: 8+ days ahead; late cancellations chargedStated on their website
- If a dog is sick
- Dogs must be in good health with no colds, flus or other contagious diseasesStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Updates during a stay
- Posts photos almost every day on Facebook and weekly on InstagramStated on their website
- Minimum age
- Accepts puppies for daycare and boarding from 16 weeks oldStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | — | $30/day | Archived page, 2018-11-11 |
| 2022 | $55/night | $33/day | Archived page, 2022-09-22 |
| Now | $69/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
- 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
- 8 AM–5 PM
- Sun
- 8 AM–5 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
Location
6045 Pillsbury Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55419
5.9 miles from downtown Minneapolis · Southwest Minneapolis · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Urban Hound Playground
What services does Urban Hound Playground offer?
Urban Hound Playground is listed as a dog day care center in Minneapolis, MN, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Urban Hound Playground charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $69 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 Urban Hound Playground require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Urban Hound Playground?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does Urban Hound Playground compare with other Minneapolis facilities?
It ranks #29 of 162 in the Minneapolis index by Dogs Away score (9.6/10, exceptional), based on 112 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Urban Hound Playground, Minneapolis, MN. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/minneapolis-mn/urban-hound-playground/Similar places near Minneapolis
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