Wag Watch
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.4 /10Excellent · 68 reviews · top 49% in Philadelphia
Sources
Behind the 9.4
- Reviews read
- 68 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.70 ★
- Rank
- #106 of 232 in Philadelphia
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$65 /nightFrom their website, 2026-09-09
$55middle $65$90
About the Philadelphia middle price
Sources
Behind the $65
- Source
- Wag Watch’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-09-09
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“How much does it cost? $65-83 (daycare included!) The standard boarding rate is $83, which includes one day of daycare and one overnight stay until 9am.”Open their price page ↗
Wag Watch is a dog daycare in Philadelphia, PA, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.4/10 (excellent) from 68 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars — #106 of 232 in Philadelphia. Its website lists boarding from $65–$83 per night. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 10.
No overnight staffStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Live cameras for ownersPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareBoarding Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $65–$83/night
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Booking & cameras
- Online booking & owner portal via GingrFound on their website, 2026-10-03
- Rank in Philadelphia
- #106 of 232
- Google rating
- ★4.7 (68)
- From downtown
- 1.4 mi
- Neighborhood
- Northern Liberties
- Holiday / peak
- Holidays will incur a $10/night labor surcharge. Holidays include New Year's Eve, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
10/27
10 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
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Your dog must be current on three vaccines in order to attend Wag Watch (including an initial meet and greet): Rabies DAPP (Distemper, Adenovirus, Parainfluenza, and Parvovirus) OR DHLPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Leptospirosis, Parainfluenza, and Parvovirus). Bordetella”wagwatchusa.com/faq
Spay / neuterRequired from 9 months
Their words
“we happily accept dogs of all ages at Wag Watch - please note all dogs over 9 months of age must be spayed or neutered.”wagwatchusa.com/faq
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay (free)
Their words
“We will email you with instructions how to schedule a free 15-minute meet and greet - once the meet-and-greet is complete, you're good to schedule services!”wagwatchusa.com/faq
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“We do need proof of vaccination for rabies, bordetella, and DAPP.”wagwatchusa.com/faq
Operations7 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightNo — nobody is on site overnight
Their words
“How long are your staff onsite? The first person arrives at 6:30am or 6:45am depending on the day of the week, and the last person leaves at 10pm, 365 days per year.”wagwatchusa.com/faq
Staff certificationPet first aid / CPR certified staff
Their words
“STAFF TRAINING All staff complete rigorous program, including 20 observation hours & first aid certification.”wagwatchusa.com/dog-daycare
Outdoor accessYard — described in 3 reviews, not stated by the facility
Live cameras for ownersYes
Their words
“Owners can log in on our camera network and watch their pup frolic during the day”wagwatchusa.com/dog-daycare
Photo / report-card updatesYes
Their words
“DAILY REPORT CARDS Each time you send your dog to us, we'll create a report card that reviews their day, including their overall temperament, the name of their handler, their doggy best friend, the room where they spent the most time, as well as photos of your dog in action!”wagwatchusa.com/dog-daycare
Administers medicationYes
Their words
“Can you administer medication to my dog? Yes, provided your dog will let our staff do so! We have many dogs who receive medication at least daily in their food, a pill pocket, etc. We can also apply topical medicine.”wagwatchusa.com/faq
Online bookingYes
Their words
“How do I book? Directly through our portal Choose “Overnight Boarding | All Inclusive” Select your check-in and check-out days and times”wagwatchusa.com/boarding
Show 16 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot 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
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
FeedingNot published on their website
AvailabilityNot 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
big space 5exhausted dogs 4live feed 4safe environment 4outdoor play 3loving handlers 2live cam 2easy scheduling 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Who they take & how they care
- Updates during a stay
- Daycare: daily report card on each visitStated on their website
- Senior dogs
- Accepts dogs of all ages; may ask for a vet letter for dogs over 10Stated on their website
- Anxious or shy dogs
- Daycare requires non-reactive dogs with no lunging, guarding or snapping historyStated on their website
- Breed & size limits
- Takes all breeds and sizes if well-socialized; no breed or weight assumptionsStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $65–$83/night | — | Archived page, 2024-06-04 |
| Now | $65–$83/night | — | 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 AM–7 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Sat
- 9 AM–4 PM
- Sun
- 9 AM–4 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
- 8.1 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 7 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
807 N 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
1.4 miles from downtown Philadelphia · Northern Liberties · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible restroomGender-neutral restroomLGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safespace
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Wag Watch
What services does Wag Watch offer?
Wag Watch is listed as a dog day care center in Philadelphia, PA, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Wag Watch charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $65–$83 per night (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-09-09). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Philadelphia median published boarding rate is $65/night.
What vaccines does Wag Watch require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Wag Watch?
No — nobody is on site overnight, according to the facility's own website.
How does Wag Watch compare with other Philadelphia facilities?
It ranks #106 of 232 in the Philadelphia index by Dogs Away score (9.4/10, excellent), based on 68 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Wag Watch, Philadelphia, PA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/philadelphia-pa/wag-watch/Similar places near Philadelphia
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