Paws & Rec Inc.

★ 4.8 · 89 Google reviews·Dog daycare·Brooklyn, NY
Paws & Rec Inc., Brooklyn
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.5 /10Exceptional · 89 reviews · top 37% in New York
Sources
Behind the 9.5
Reviews read
89 on Google
Average stars
4.80 ★
Rank
#221 of 642 in New York
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Policies published8 of 27From their website, 2026-09-09

Paws & Rec Inc. is a dog daycare in Brooklyn, NY, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.5/10 (exceptional) from 89 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #221 of 642 in New York. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 8.

Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Outdoor access: yardPer the facility’s website.

Key facts

Services
DaycareDog walkingBoardingGroomingPet sitting
Type
Dedicated facility
Boarding rate
Not published
Daycare rate
Not published
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in New York
#221 of 642
Google rating
★4.8 (89)
From downtown
3.9 mi
Neighborhood
Sunset Park
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

8/27

8 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-09-09. Open a policy to see their exact words.

Admission requirements1 of 6 published
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay (free)
Their words
“BEFORE THE USE OF ANY OF OUR SERVICES, PLEASE SCHEDULE YOUR FREE MEET & GREET”pawsandrec.com/daycare
Operations7 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“OVERNIGHT ATTENDANTS - As overnight dog attendants, our family members—Xavier, Samuel and Jenny—personally provide a warm and reassuring presence, treating each dog like one of their own.”pawsandrec.com/aboutus
Staff certificationPet first aid / CPR certified staff
Their words
“Each staff member is certified in Pet First Aid and CPR and are verified NYC Animal Handlers.”pawsandrec.com/aboutus
HousingCrate free
Their words
“Crate-free boarding in Brooklyn! It's a home away from home.”pawsandrec.com/boarding
Outdoor accessYard
Their words
“The pride and joy of Paws & Rec is their large backyard (an unusual feature in Brooklyn real estate!)”pawsandrec.com/daycare
Photo / report-card updatesYes
Their words
“Personal text and photo updates provided so you can always check in on your dog.”pawsandrec.com/boarding
ToursTours offered
Their words
“Full tour of facility provided and encouraged before use of our services.”pawsandrec.com/boarding
Administers medicationYes, for a fee
Their words
“Small surcharges for medication/supplements or fresh food that needs refrigeration per day , not per administration.”pawsandrec.com/boarding
Show 19 policies not published on their website
Vaccinations requiredNot 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-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot 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
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot 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

9.5ExceptionalDogs Away score
5 ★83
4 ★2
3 ★1
2 ★1
1 ★2
★ 4.80Google average
89reviews behind the score
★ 4.67New York average

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

instagram updates 6backyard 5reliable walkers 4pack walks 4nervous dogs 4observant staff 3reactive dogs 2family run 2

Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.

Who they take & how they care

Updates during a stay
Boarding includes personal text and photo updatesStated on their website

In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.

Hours

Mon
8 AM–6 PM
Tue
8 AM–6 PM
Wed
8 AM–6 PM
Thu
8 AM–6 PM
Fri
8 AM–6 PM
Sat
10 AM–5 PM
Sun
10 AM–5 PM

From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.

For travelers

EWR · Newark Liberty
9.3 mi
LGA · LaGuardia
10.7 mi
JFK · New York JFK
11.8 mi
Weekday hours span
8 AM – 6 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

857 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11232, United States

3.9 miles from downtown New York · Sunset Park · Get directions

Amenities & details

Wheelchair accessible restroomGender-neutral restroomFree street parking

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Paws & Rec Inc.

What services does Paws & Rec Inc. offer?
Paws & Rec Inc. is listed as a dog day care center in Brooklyn, NY, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Paws & Rec Inc. charge?
We did not find a published rate on Paws & Rec Inc.'s website when we checked it (2026-09-09); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the New York median published boarding rate is $74/night across 155 facilities.
Is someone on site overnight at Paws & Rec Inc.?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does Paws & Rec Inc. compare with other New York facilities?
It ranks #221 of 642 in the New York index by Dogs Away score (9.5/10, exceptional), based on 89 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.

Cite this record

Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:

Paws & Rec Inc., Brooklyn, NY. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-09. https://dogsaway.co/new-york-ny/paws-and-rec-inc/

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