Hickory Pet Inn

★ 4.6 · 72 Google reviews·Pet boarding·Plymouth Meeting, PA
Hickory Pet Inn, Plymouth Meeting
BoardingDaycare
Dogs Away score9.2 /10Excellent · 72 reviews · top 70% in Philadelphia
Sources
Behind the 9.2
Reviews read
72 on Google
Average stars
4.60 ★
Rank
#153 of 232 in Philadelphia
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Policies published4 of 27From their website, 2026-10-20

Hickory Pet Inn is a pet boarding in Plymouth Meeting, PA, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.2/10 (excellent) from 72 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars — #153 of 232 in Philadelphia. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 4.

Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Outdoor access: yardPer the facility’s website.

Key facts

Services
BoardingDaycareTrainingGrooming
Type
Dedicated facility
Boarding rate
Not published
Daycare rate
Not published
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in Philadelphia
#153 of 232
Google rating
★4.6 (72)
From downtown
12.9 mi
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

4/27

4 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 requirements2 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Their words
“we require our canine guests to be current on the following vaccines: Rabies, DHPP (Distemper, Parvovirus), Bordetella (kennel cough), Canine Influenza.”metro-vet.com/services/boarding/
Spay / neuterRequired
Their words
“All dogs must be current on their required vaccinations and have been spayed or neutered.”metro-vet.com/services/playcare/
Operations2 of 21 published
Outdoor accessYard
Their words
“Spacious, turfed play yards for safe exercise and socializing”metro-vet.com/hpi/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Our climate-controlled boarding facility is perfect for every guest”metro-vet.com/services/boarding/
Show 23 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
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
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
Administers medicationNot 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

9.2ExcellentDogs Away score
5 ★57
4 ★8
3 ★3
2 ★0
1 ★4
★ 4.60Google average
72reviews behind the score
★ 4.70Philadelphia 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

staff 13pet care 12caring staff 7hospital 3calming atmosphere 2emergency care 2veterinarians 2overall experience 2

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

Booking terms & safety

Collars
Playcare: collars may be removed in the daycare areaStated on their website

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

Who they take & how they care

Minimum age
Playcare: dogs must be over 4 months oldStated on their website
Cats
Has a dedicated cattery for cat boardingStated on their website

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

Hours

Mon
8 AM–5:30 PM
Tue
8 AM–5:30 PM
Wed
8 AM–5:30 PM
Thu
8 AM–5:30 PM
Fri
8 AM–5:30 PM
Sat
8 AM–5:30 PM
Sun
11 AM–5:30 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
16.9 mi
Weekday hours span
8 AM – 5:30 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

2303 Hickory Rd, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462

12.9 miles from downtown Philadelphia · Get directions

Amenities & details

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Hickory Pet Inn

What services does Hickory Pet Inn offer?
Hickory Pet Inn is listed as a pet boarding service in Plymouth Meeting, PA, offering boarding, daycare.
How much does Hickory Pet Inn charge?
We did not find a published rate on Hickory Pet Inn'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 Hickory Pet Inn require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Hickory Pet Inn?
Hickory Pet Inn'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 Hickory Pet Inn compare with other Philadelphia facilities?
It ranks #153 of 232 in the Philadelphia index by Dogs Away score (9.2/10, excellent), based on 72 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars.

Cite this record

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

Hickory Pet Inn, Plymouth Meeting, PA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/philadelphia-pa/hickory-pet-inn/

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