The Spotted Dog
BoardingDaycare
Dogs Away score8.4 /10Good · 95 reviews · top 97% in New York
Sources
Behind the 8.4
- Reviews read
- 95 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.10 ★
- Rank
- #582 of 642 in New York
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$80 /nightFrom their website, 2026-10-27
$45middle $74$110
Above the New York middle price
Sources
Behind the $80
- Source
- The Spotted Dog’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-27
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“$80 per night (Prices listed are the cash prices and are subject to tax and additional 4% fee if paid by credit or debit card.)”Open their price page ↗
The Spotted Dog is a pet boarding in Oakland, NY, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 8.4/10 (good) from 95 Google reviews averaging 4.1 stars — #582 of 642 in New York. Its website lists boarding from $80 per night. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 7.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- BoardingDaycareGroomingPet sitting Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $80/night
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in New York
- #582 of 642
- Google rating
- ★4.1 (95)
- From downtown
- 24.9 mi
- 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, 2026-09-09. 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 the following vaccines for all daycare and boarding clients: Rabies Distemper Bordetella”spotteddognj.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=maps
Spay / neuterRequired for group play only from 12 months
Their words
“Over 1 year of age dog must be spayed or neutered (for daycare play).”spotteddognj.com/services/boarding/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“Meet & Greet Appointment must be completed before reservation is made”spotteddognj.com/services/boarding/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Proof of the following vaccinations: Bordatella Rabies Distemper”spotteddognj.com/services/boarding/
Operations3 of 21 published
HousingSuite
Their words
“During the day, your dog may participate in our doggie daycare throughout the day and at night, your dog will retire to his or her private suite for a calm, stress-free night’s sleep.”spotteddognj.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=maps
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Our climate controlled environment is designed for your pet s comfort and our expert staff provides constant supervision.”spotteddognj.com/services/boarding/
Administers medicationIncluded
Their words
“Medicine administered as needed”spotteddognj.com/services/boarding/
Show 20 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
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
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
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
8.4GoodDogs 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
friendly staff 29dog daycare 15caring staff 9trustworthy 4dedicated staff 3clean facility 3high anxiety dog grooming 2play room 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Checkout time
- Boarding check-out by 12 noon; late check-out costs $30Stated on their website
- Late pick-up
- $30 for check-out after 12 noonStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Updates during a stay
- Premium boarding includes a postcard from your dog sent via the appStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Sat
- 8 AM–5 PM
- Sun
- 10 AM–3 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
- 23.5 mi
- LGA · LaGuardia
- 25.8 mi
- JFK · New York JFK
- 36 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 6:30 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
347 Ramapo Valley Rd, Oakland, NJ 07436
24.9 miles from downtown New York · Get directions
Amenities & details
Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotOn-site parking
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about The Spotted Dog
What services does The Spotted Dog offer?
The Spotted Dog is listed as a pet boarding service in Oakland, NY, offering boarding, daycare.
How much does The Spotted Dog charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $80 per night (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-10-27). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The New York median published boarding rate is $74/night.
What vaccines does The Spotted Dog require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at The Spotted Dog?
The Spotted Dog's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-09-09). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does The Spotted Dog compare with other New York facilities?
It ranks #582 of 642 in the New York index by Dogs Away score (8.4/10, good), based on 95 Google reviews averaging 4.1 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
The Spotted Dog, Oakland, NY. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-09. https://dogsaway.co/new-york-ny/the-spotted-dog/Similar places near Oakland
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