Doggie V.I.P. PHILLY
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.4 /10Excellent · 231 reviews · top 49% in Philadelphia
Sources
Behind the 9.4
- Reviews read
- 231 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.70 ★
- Rank
- #106 of 232 in Philadelphia
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published9 of 27From their website, 2026-10-20
Doggie V.I.P. PHILLY is a dog daycare in Philadelphia, PA, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.4/10 (excellent) from 231 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars — #106 of 232 in Philadelphia. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 9.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies · Recommended: DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Live cameras for ownersPer the facility’s website.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareBoardingPet sitting
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Philadelphia
- #106 of 232
- Google rating
- ★4.7 (231)
- From downtown
- 0.9 mi
- Neighborhood
- Center City
- 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, 2026-10-20. Open a policy to see their exact words.
Admission requirements5 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies · Recommended: DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Vaccines: All dogs that attend Doggie V.I.P must be at least 16 weeks old and remain current on Rabies, DHPP and Bordetalla vaccines. The Rabies vaccine is required on all dogs by law and dogs will not be admitted to Doggie V.I.P if their Rabies vaccine is expired even by just one day. While the law does not require the Distemper/Parvo and Bordetella vaccines, Doggie V.I.P strongly recommends that any dog attending our facility is current on these vaccines”doggievip.com/dog-daycare
Bordetella lead time7 days before arrival
Their words
“we recommend that dogs receive their vaccines at least 7 days before attending Doggie V.I.P.”doggievip.com/dog-daycare
Spay / neuterRequired from 7 months
Their words
“We require all dogs over the age of 7 months to be spayed/neutered”doggievip.com/dog-boarding
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay (free)
Their words
“Each dog will undergo an initial behavior assessment upon first 4 hrs for FREE.”doggievip.com/dog-daycare
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“It is your responsibility to bring your dog's vaccination records from a licensed veterinarian at enrollment and each time your dog's vaccines are renewed.”doggievip.com/dog-daycare
Operations6 of 21 published
Outdoor accessYard — described in 10 reviews, not stated by the facility
Live cameras for ownersYes
Their words
“Webcam: When your dog is at Doggie V.I.P you will be given access to our webcams that allow you to view your dog while in group play.”doggievip.com/dog-boarding
Photo / report-card updatesYes — described in 28 reviews, not stated by the facility
Injury / fight policyPublished
Their words
“If our staff is concerned that your dog has become seriously injured or ill, we will contact you or your emergency contact, if possible. However, you acknowledge that a decision may need to be made quickly, and you authorize Doggie V.I.P to take your dog for emergency treatment”doggievip.com/dog-daycare
Administers medicationYes, for a fee
Their words
“Doggie V.I.P charge an additional fee for administering medications.”doggievip.com/dog-daycare
FeedingOwner's food encouraged
Their words
“We recommend that you bring your dog's own food. Continuing on their own food helps them avoid digestion issues that can result from switching food. ... If you do not bring your dog's own food, we provide a dry food with an extra charge of $5 per day.”doggievip.com/dog-daycare
Show 16 policies not 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
HousingNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot published on their website
ToursNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot 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
9.4ExcellentDogs 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 updates 28webcams 20flexible hours 13clean facility 13outdoor space 10camera access 8tired dogs 8anxious dogs 6
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Checkout time
- Boarding late pick-up fee applies after 12 PMStated on their website
- Late pick-up
- A fee applies for boarding pick-up after 12 PM (amount not stated)Stated on their website
- Cancellation
- Non-holiday boarding deposit refundable with 48 hours' notice; holiday deposits non-refundableStated on their website
- If a dog is sick
- Dogs that are coughing must stay home until a vet clears themStated on their website
- Vet costs during a stay
- Facility does not pay vet bills if a dog becomes sick or injured during daycareStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Minimum age
- Dogs must be at least 16 weeks old for daycare and boardingStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 7:30 AM–7 PM
- Tue
- 7:30 AM–7 PM
- Wed
- 7:30 AM–7 PM
- Thu
- 7:30 AM–7 PM
- Fri
- 7:30 AM–7 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
- PHL · Philadelphia International
- 6.9 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 7:30 AM – 7 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
2200 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy Ste S0Z08, Philadelphia, PA 19130
0.9 miles from downtown Philadelphia · Center City · Get directions
Amenities & details
Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Doggie V.I.P. PHILLY
What services does Doggie V.I.P. PHILLY offer?
Doggie V.I.P. PHILLY is listed as a dog day care center in Philadelphia, PA, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Doggie V.I.P. PHILLY charge?
We did not find a published rate on Doggie V.I.P. PHILLY's website when we checked it (2026-10-20); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Philadelphia median published boarding rate is $65/night across 42 facilities.
What vaccines does Doggie V.I.P. PHILLY require?
According to its website: Required: rabies · Recommended: DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Doggie V.I.P. PHILLY?
Doggie V.I.P. PHILLY's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-10-20). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does Doggie V.I.P. PHILLY compare with other Philadelphia facilities?
It ranks #106 of 232 in the Philadelphia index by Dogs Away score (9.4/10, excellent), based on 231 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Doggie V.I.P. PHILLY, Philadelphia, PA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/philadelphia-pa/doggie-v-i-p-philly/Similar places near Philadelphia
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