The Groove Hound
Sources
- Reviews read
- 30 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.70 ★
- Rank
- #106 of 232 in Philadelphia
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Sources
- Source
- The Groove Hound’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-09-09
- Rate type
- First dog, standard day
“PRICING cash. check or venmo accepted Single Dog Rates Daily $38 Half Day: $25”Open their price page ↗
The Groove Hound is a dog daycare in Philadelphia, PA, offering daycare. It scores 9.4/10 (excellent) from 30 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars — #106 of 232 in Philadelphia. Its website lists daycare from $38 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 6.
Key facts
- Services
- Daycare Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- $38/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Philadelphia
- #106 of 232
- Google rating
- ★4.7 (30)
- From downtown
- 2.7 mi
- Neighborhood
- Fishtown
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
6 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 requirements4 of 6 published
Their words
“Your pet must be at least 16 weeks of age and up to date with Rabies, DHLPP, Bordetella vaccinations. We require re-ups on Bordetella every 6 months, even though the vaccination can be given once yearly.”thegroovehound.com/the-playground/
Their words
“All dogs 6 months of age and oder must be spayed or neutered.”thegroovehound.com/the-playground/
Their words
“Before your pup's first day at The Playground they'll have to pass a quick behavior evaluation during a meet & greet.”thegroovehound.com/playground-policies/
Their words
“All dogs attending daycare at our facility must show valid proof of current DHPP, Bordetella and Rabies vaccinations. If you are unable to provide that proof we reserve to right to refuse service and care of your pet.”thegroovehound.com/playground-policies/
Operations2 of 21 published
Their words
“Our playground is indoor and outdoor crate-free space, with huge outdoor space for running and playing.”thegroovehound.com/
Their words
“Our playground is indoor and outdoor crate-free space, with huge outdoor space for running and playing.”thegroovehound.com/
Show 21 policies not 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
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
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Late pick-up
- Daycare rule: dogs not picked up by 6:30 PM are charged $1 per minuteStated on their website
- Vet costs during a stay
- Owners authorize immediate vet treatment and agree to pay all associated feesStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Minimum age
- Daycare: pets must be at least 16 weeks oldStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | — | $30/day | Archived page, 2019-12-20 |
| 2020 | — | $30/day | Archived page, 2020-07-04 |
| Now | — | $38/day | Their website, 2026-09-09 |
First-dog standard rate, lower end of any range. How this feeds the market trend: Dogs Away Boarding Price Index.
Hours
- Mon
- 7:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Tue
- 7:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Wed
- 7:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Thu
- 7:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Fri
- 7:30 AM–6 PM
- Sat
- Closed
- Sun
- Closed
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
For travelers
- PHL · Philadelphia International
- 9.5 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM
- Open Sunday
- No
Straight-line miles, not driving distance. Hours span from the public profile; confirm drop-off and pick-up windows before a flight.
Location
2236 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125
2.7 miles from downtown Philadelphia · Fishtown · Get directions
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Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
The Groove Hound, Philadelphia, PA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/philadelphia-pa/the-groove-hound/Similar places near Philadelphia
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