Uptown Dogs

★ 4.9 · 118 Google reviews·Dog daycare·Philadelphia, PA
Uptown Dogs, Philadelphia
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.7 /10Exceptional · 118 reviews · top 8% in Philadelphia
Sources
Behind the 9.7
Reviews read
118 on Google
Average stars
4.90 ★
Rank
#17 of 232 in Philadelphia
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Policies published5 of 27From their website, 2026-10-20

Uptown Dogs is a dog daycare in Philadelphia, PA, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.7/10 (exceptional) from 118 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars — #17 of 232 in Philadelphia. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 5.

Top 8% in Philadelphia#17 of 232 by Dogs Away score, from 118 reviews.
Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Outdoor access: indoor outdoorPer the facility’s website.

Key facts

Services
DaycareTrainingDog walkingBoardingGroomingPet sitting
Type
Dedicated facility
Boarding rate
Not published
Daycare rate
Not published
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in Philadelphia
#17 of 232
Google rating
★4.9 (118)
From downtown
1.5 mi
Neighborhood
Southwark
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

5/27

5 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.

Operations5 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“Staff on-site 24/7”uptown-dogs.com/our-services
Groups separated bySize and temperament
Their words
“Tailored Playgroups by Size and Temperament: Dogs are grouped thoughtfully to prevent stress and promote a positive social experience”uptown-dogs.com/
HousingCage free
Their words
“Cage-Free Boarding Environment: Unlike many traditional kennels, Uptown Dogs offers an open-play, home-style environment where dogs can relax and socialize freely.”uptown-dogs.com/
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor
Their words
“All dog kennel services include indoor and outdoor play areas where dogs enjoy spending time in small, well-matched playgroups.”uptown-dogs.com/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“we utilize our new, double-filtered HVAC system to keep your pup comfortable all year.”uptown-dogs.com/
Show 22 policies not published on their website
Vaccinations requiredNot published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot published on their website
Vaccination recordsNot 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
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot 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

9.7ExceptionalDogs Away score
5 ★115
4 ★1
3 ★0
2 ★0
1 ★2
★ 4.90Google average
118reviews 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

clean facility 21spacious facility 12friendly team 8friendly owners 4overnight boarding 4dog comfort 4play area 3first visit assessment 2

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

Booking terms & safety

Handling & correction
Daycare: good behavior encouraged with treats, praise and redirectionStated on their website

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

Who they take & how they care

Updates during a stay
Optional photo and text updatesStated on their website

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

Hours

Mon
6:30 AM–6:30 PM
Tue
6:30 AM–6:30 PM
Wed
6:30 AM–6:30 PM
Thu
6:30 AM–6:30 PM
Fri
6:30 AM–6:30 PM
Sat
8 AM–5 PM
Sun
8 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
6.5 mi
Weekday hours span
6:30 AM – 6:30 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

1031 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

1.5 miles from downtown Philadelphia · Southwark · Get directions

Amenities & details

Wheelchair accessible entrance

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Uptown Dogs

What services does Uptown Dogs offer?
Uptown Dogs is listed as a dog day care center in Philadelphia, PA, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Uptown Dogs charge?
We did not find a published rate on Uptown Dogs'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.
Is someone on site overnight at Uptown Dogs?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does Uptown Dogs compare with other Philadelphia facilities?
It ranks #17 of 232 in the Philadelphia index by Dogs Away score (9.7/10, exceptional), based on 118 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars.

Cite this record

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

Uptown Dogs, Philadelphia, PA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/philadelphia-pa/uptown-dogs/

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