The Dog Spot
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score8.6 /10Very good · 459 reviews · top 96% in Nashville
Sources
Behind the 8.6
- Reviews read
- 459 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.30 ★
- Rank
- #46 of 48 in Nashville
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$50 /nightFrom their website, 2026-09-07
$35middle $50$85
About the Nashville middle price
Sources
Behind the $50
- Source
- The Dog Spot’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-09-07
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Single Visit: $38 ... $50 per night for the first dog ... $40 per night for each additional dog”Open their price page ↗
The Dog Spot is a dog daycare in Nashville, TN, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 8.6/10 (very good) from 459 Google reviews averaging 4.3 stars — #46 of 48 in Nashville. Its website lists boarding from $50 per night and daycare from $38 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 12.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
All-day open playPlay model, per the facility.
Outdoor access: indoor outdoorPer 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
- DaycareBoardingGroomingPet sitting Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $50/night
- Daycare rate
- $38/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Nashville
- #46 of 48
- Google rating
- ★4.3 (459)
- From downtown
- 3.7 mi
- Neighborhood
- The Nations
- Additional dog
- $40 per night for each additional dog
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
12/27
12 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-09-07. 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 all guests to be up to date on their Distemper, Rabies, and Bordetella vaccines. While the Rabies and Distemper vaccines are yearly, we require the Bordetella vaccine every six months.”thedogspot.com/dog-boarding/
Spay / neuterRequired from 6 months
Their words
“Does my dog have to be spayed or neutered? All dogs over 6 months old must be spayed or neutered.”thedogspot.com/faqs/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“For your dog to become a member at The Dog Spot, you must first fill out a New Membership Application and then set-up a time to bring in your best friend for an interview and temperament test.”thedogspot.com/requirements/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Documentation of vaccinations and spay or neuter certificates are required at this time.”thedogspot.com/requirements/
Operations8 of 21 published
Play modelAll-day open play
Their words
“Our indoor play areas offer the opportunity for friendly dogs to socialize and exercise all throughout the day.”thedogspot.com/dog-daycare/
Groups separated byTemperament and personality
Their words
“Although we separate dogs by temperament and personality, each play area has its own supervisor trained in canine behavior to help insure there are no turf wars.”thedogspot.com/dog-daycare/
HousingSuite
Their words
“Our overnight boarding includes exactly what you would expect from a hotel: a private room, a clean comfy bed, daily maid service and meals twice a day.”thedogspot.com/dog-boarding/
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor
Their words
“The dog spot has indoor and outdoor play areas, but in the case of inclement weather we’re often unable to use the outdoor areas.”thedogspot.com/faqs/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“All areas are heated and air conditioned, and fresh water is always available.”thedogspot.com/faqs/
Live cameras for ownersYes
Their words
“Don’t forget we have webcams so you can keep an eye on your pup at any time.”thedogspot.com/faqs/
ToursWalk-in tours welcome
Their words
“You are welcome to visit and tour the dog spot at any time, with or without notice!”thedogspot.com/faqs/
FeedingNo raw diets
Their words
“We accept many different types of food, but have chosen not to accept raw meat because of the human health concern of handling raw meat.”thedogspot.com/faqs/
Show 15 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot 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
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Photo / report-card updatesNot 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
8.6Very 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
grooming 62nail trimming 8dog wash 7convenient hours 5self wash 4dog haircut 3welcoming atmosphere 3goldendoodle grooming 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Checkout time
- Boarding check-out is 1:00 PMStated on their website
- Late pick-up
- Check-out after 1:00 PM is charged an additional day of daycare ($38)Stated on their website
- If a dog is sick
- Requires all dogs to be healthy and free of contagious illnessesStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Senior dogs
- Accepts senior dogs for boarding; may have frequent nap breaksStated on their website
- Breed & size limits
- Dogs under 15 lb may board but not play (potty breaks only)Stated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | — | $38/day | Archived page, 2025-11-11 |
| Now | $50/night | $38/day | Their website, 2026-09-07 |
First-dog standard rate, lower end of any range. How this feeds the market trend: Dogs Away Boarding Price Index.
Hours
- Mon
- 6:15 AM–8 PM
- Tue
- 6:15 AM–8 PM
- Wed
- 6:15 AM–8 PM
- Thu
- 6:15 AM–8 PM
- Fri
- 6:15 AM–8 PM
- Sat
- 10 AM–6 PM
- Sun
- 10 AM–6 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
For travelers
- BNA · Nashville International
- 9.7 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 6:15 AM – 8 PM
- Open Sunday
- Yes
Straight-line miles, not driving distance. Hours span from the public profile; confirm drop-off and pick-up windows before a flight.
Location
5001 Alabama Ave, Nashville, TN 37209
3.7 miles from downtown Nashville · The Nations · Get directions
Amenities & details
Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about The Dog Spot
What services does The Dog Spot offer?
The Dog Spot is listed as a dog day care center in Nashville, TN, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does The Dog Spot charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $50 per night and daycare at $38 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-09-07). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Nashville median published boarding rate is $50/night.
What vaccines does The Dog Spot require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at The Dog Spot?
The Dog Spot's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-09-07). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does The Dog Spot compare with other Nashville facilities?
It ranks #46 of 48 in the Nashville index by Dogs Away score (8.6/10, very good), based on 459 Google reviews averaging 4.3 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
The Dog Spot, Nashville, TN. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-07. https://dogsaway.co/nashville-tn/the-dog-spot/Similar places near Nashville
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