What's Up Dog
Daycare
Dogs Away score9.5 /10Exceptional · 86 reviews · top 37% in New York
Sources
Behind the 9.5
- Reviews read
- 86 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.80 ★
- Rank
- #221 of 642 in New York
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$60 /dayFrom their website, 2026-10-27
$40middle $50$65
Above the New York middle price
Sources
Behind the $60
- Source
- What's Up Dog’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-27
- Rate type
- First dog, standard day
“DAYCARE $ 60 / day Full Day of Daycare $ 60 / day”Open their price page ↗
What's Up Dog is a dog daycare in Brooklyn, NY, offering daycare. It scores 9.5/10 (exceptional) from 86 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #221 of 642 in New York. Its website lists daycare from $60 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
Outdoor access: yardPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareDog walkingPet sitting Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- $60/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in New York
- #221 of 642
- Google rating
- ★4.8 (86)
- From downtown
- 4.2 mi
- Neighborhood
- Bushwick
- 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, 2026-09-09. 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
“Dogs must be at least 1 year old, spayed/neutered, and current on Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccines.”whatsupdogbk.com/dog-daycare-brooklyn
Spay / neuterRequired
Their words
“Dogs must be at least 1 year old, spayed/neutered, and current on Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccines.”whatsupdogbk.com/dog-daycare-brooklyn
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“All new dogs must complete a temperament test before purchasing daycare packages in our app.”whatsupdogbk.com/dog-daycare-brooklyn
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“To get started, we require: An up-to-date Rabies Certificate Proof of Distemper and Bordetella vaccinations”whatsupdogbk.com/faqs
Operations5 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“Staff Onsite 24/7 Your dog is never left alone.”whatsupdogbk.com/dog-boarding-brooklyn
Groups separated byNot and separated
Their words
“We do not separate small and large dogs. All dogs are temperament tested to ensure they’re comfortable with dogs of all sizes.”whatsupdogbk.com/faqs
Solo care for dogs who skip group playPaid add-on
Their words
“This is also when add-ons happen: bully sticks, pupsicles, 1:1 play, fetch, and walks.”whatsupdogbk.com/dog-daycare-brooklyn
Outdoor accessYard
Their words
“Yes! We have an 800 square foot backyard where dogs rotate for fresh air, sunbathing, and potty breaks throughout the day.”whatsupdogbk.com/faqs
Administers medicationYes, no charge
Their words
“Can you administer my dog's medication? Yes! We are happy to administer medications at not additional cost.”whatsupdogbk.com/dog-boarding-brooklyn
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
Play modelNot published on their website
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
HousingNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot 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
9.5ExceptionalDogs 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
walkers 8instagram updates 8personalized care 5walk reports 3rescue dog 2care for picky dogs 2senior dog care 2exhausted dogs 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Late pick-up
- $15 late pick-up fee after 8pm on weekdays or after 4pm on weekendsStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Updates during a stay
- Boarding updates via the app or email, with daily check-ins and photosStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 8 AM–8 PM
- Tue
- 8 AM–8 PM
- Wed
- 8 AM–8 PM
- Thu
- 8 AM–8 PM
- Fri
- 8 AM–8 PM
- Sat
- 10 AM–4 PM
- Sun
- 10 AM–4 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
For travelers
- LGA · LaGuardia
- 5.8 mi
- JFK · New York JFK
- 8.9 mi
- EWR · Newark Liberty
- 13 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 8 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
175 Knickerbocker Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11237
4.2 miles from downtown New York · Bushwick · Get directions
Amenities & details
Identifies as LGBTQ+ ownedIdentifies as women-ownedOnsite servicesLGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safespace
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about What's Up Dog
What services does What's Up Dog offer?
What's Up Dog is listed as a dog day care center in Brooklyn, NY, offering daycare.
How much does What's Up Dog charge?
Its website lists daycare at $60 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-10-27). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking.
What vaccines does What's Up Dog require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at What's Up Dog?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does What's Up Dog 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 86 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
What's Up Dog, Brooklyn, NY. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-09. https://dogsaway.co/new-york-ny/what-s-up-dog/Similar places near Brooklyn
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