Dog Day Afternoon
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.8 /10Exceptional · 262 reviews · top 4% in Orlando
Sources
Behind the 9.8
- Reviews read
- 262 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.90 ★
- Rank
- #2 of 56 in Orlando
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published14 of 27From their website, 2026-09-08
Dog Day Afternoon is a dog daycare in Orlando, FL, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.8/10 (exceptional) from 262 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars — #2 of 56 in Orlando. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 14.
Top 4% in Orlando#2 of 56 by Dogs Away score, from 262 reviews.
Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not required: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Structured rotationPlay model, per the facility.
Outdoor access: indoor outdoorPer the facility’s website.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareTrainingBoardingGrooming
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Booking & cameras
- Online booking & owner portal via GingrFound on their website, 2026-10-03
- Rank in Orlando
- #2 of 56
- Google rating
- ★4.9 (262)
- From downtown
- 0.6 mi
- Neighborhood
- Southeast Orlando
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
14/27
14 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-09-08. Open a policy to see their exact words.
Admission requirements2 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not required: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“We require dogs to be current on Rabies, DHPP, and Bordetella . We also accept protective titer results for Rabies and DHPP . We do not currently require the Canine Influenza or Leptospirosis vaccines .”dogdayafternoon.net/faq/
Spay / neuterNot required
Their words
“Do you accept dogs who aren't spayed or neutered? Yes! Unspayed and unneutered dogs are welcome. Depending on the individual dog, they may also be eligible for Group Play or Personalized Play on a case-by-case basis.”dogdayafternoon.net/faq/
Operations13 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“Is someone at the facility overnight? Yes! Our facility is staffed overnight. Our overnight team cleans the facility and checks on our boarding guests periodically throughout the night.”dogdayafternoon.net/faq/
Staff-to-dog ratio1:14 staff to dogs
Their words
“Group Play: Maximum of 14 dogs per staff member, with an average of approximately 11:1 Personalized Play: Maximum of 4 dogs per staff member Private Care: 1:1 individual attention”dogdayafternoon.net/faq/
Play modelStructured rotation
Their words
“Do you offer all-day group play? The short answer is no, we don't have all-day play at Dog Day Afternoon. More play isn't always better!”dogdayafternoon.net/faq/
Groups separated byPersonality and play style
Their words
“Safe, supervised playgroups matched by personality and play style.”dogdayafternoon.net/
Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered
Their words
“Private Play One-on-one human attention, toys and cuddles. No other dogs included in the playtime.”dogdayafternoon.net/
HousingCrate free
Their words
“Do you use crates at your facility? Our boarding accommodations are crate-free unless you specifically request a crate for your dog's nap or bedtime routine.”dogdayafternoon.net/faq/
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor
Their words
“We have indoor and outdoor play yards, so we are able to have inside play any time it's too hot or cold to safely be outside.”dogdayafternoon.net/faq/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Is your facility climate controlled? Yes! Our facility is climate controlled with both air conditioning and heat to keep our guests comfortable throughout the year.”dogdayafternoon.net/faq/
Live cameras for ownersNo client-viewable cameras
Their words
“Do you have live webcams? We do not offer public live webcams. For the privacy and safety of our staff and the dogs in our care, we don't livestream our facility.”dogdayafternoon.net/faq/
Photo / report-card updatesYes — described by reviewers, not stated by the facility
Customer quote on their site
“My 2 service dogs were very well taken care of and looked so happy in the daily report card pictures that were sent to me by the staff.”dogdayafternoon.net/
ToursNo tours
Their words
“Can I come and tour the facility? For the safety and comfort of the dogs in our care, as well as our staff , we do not offer tours through the dog-care areas of our facility.”dogdayafternoon.net/faq/
Injury / fight policyPublished
Their words
“For non-emergency illnesses or injuries , we will contact you promptly to discuss what we’re seeing and the next steps. Whenever possible, we will work with your dog’s regular veterinarian and can transport them there for care if needed.”dogdayafternoon.net/faq/
Administers medicationYes, including injections
Their words
“Our team can administer many common medications, including pills, ointments, eye or ear drops, supplements, and more . We may also be able to accommodate insulin-dependent dogs on a case-by-case basis . A $5 fee per injection applies.”dogdayafternoon.net/faq/
Show 12 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot published on their website
Vaccination recordsNot 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
CapacityNot 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
9.8ExceptionalDogs 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
photo report cards 14daily pictures 11webcams 6photo updates 6loved dogs 6group play test 2private boarding 2intake process 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- If a dog is sick
- Does not accommodate dogs with contagious illnessesStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Senior dogs
- Private Care offered as an option for senior dogsStated on their website
- Anxious or shy dogs
- Private Care gives shy or selective dogs one-on-one attentionStated on their website
- Unaltered dogs & females in heat
- Intact dogs never grouped together; females in heat stay homeStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 6–10 AM, 4–8 PM
- Tue
- 6–10 AM, 4–8 PM
- Wed
- 6–10 AM, 4–8 PM
- Thu
- 6–10 AM, 4–8 PM
- Fri
- 6–10 AM, 4–8 PM
- Sat
- 8–10 AM, 5–7 PM
- Sun
- 8–10 AM, 5–7 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
For travelers
- MCO · Orlando International
- 8.1 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 6 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
1015 Sligh Blvd, Orlando, FL 32806
0.6 miles from downtown Orlando · Southeast Orlando · Get directions
Amenities & details
Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Dog Day Afternoon
What services does Dog Day Afternoon offer?
Dog Day Afternoon is listed as a dog day care center in Orlando, FL, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Dog Day Afternoon charge?
We did not find a published rate on Dog Day Afternoon's website when we checked it (2026-09-08); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Orlando median published boarding rate is $47/night across 17 facilities.
What vaccines does Dog Day Afternoon require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not required: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Dog Day Afternoon?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does Dog Day Afternoon compare with other Orlando facilities?
It ranks #2 of 56 in the Orlando index by Dogs Away score (9.8/10, exceptional), based on 262 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Dog Day Afternoon, Orlando, FL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/orlando-fl/dog-day-afternoon/Similar places near Orlando
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