Desert Pups
Daycare
Dogs Away score9.5 /10Exceptional · 62 reviews · top 34% in Phoenix
Sources
Behind the 9.5
- Reviews read
- 62 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.80 ★
- Rank
- #63 of 193 in Phoenix
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$35 /dayFrom their website, 2026-09-07
$30middle $40$50
Below the Phoenix middle price
Sources
Behind the $35
- Source
- Desert Pups’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-09-07
- Rate type
- First dog, standard day
“FULL DAYS $35 a la carte”Open their price page ↗
Desert Pups is a dog daycare in Mesa, AZ, offering daycare. It scores 9.5/10 (exceptional) from 62 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #63 of 193 in Phoenix. Its website lists daycare from $35 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 8.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Outdoor access: indoor yard onlyPer the facility’s website.
Live cameras for ownersPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- Daycare Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- $35/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Phoenix
- #63 of 193
- Google rating
- ★4.8 (62)
- From downtown
- 16.1 mi
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
8/27
8 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 requirements3 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“We require up-to-date vaccines on their rabies, DHPP (distemper/parvo), and bordetella.”desertpups.com/faq
Spay / neuterRequired from 12 months
Their words
“Yes - all pups over 1 year old must be spayed/neutered if attending Desert Pups per Maricopa County kenneling regulations.”desertpups.com/faq
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“MUST complete a trial day before starting daycare or boarding.”desertpups.com/daycare
Operations6 of 21 published
Staff certificationPet first aid / CPR certified staff
Their words
“Each Pawtroller goes through: Hands-on training in dog behavior, group play, and safety Pet CPR & First Aid certification”desertpups.com/faq
HousingCrate free
Their words
“We are a crate-free facility but respect the wishes of Pawrents who want their pups crated at night.”desertpups.com/faq
Outdoor accessIndoor yard only
Their words
“Even though we’re fully indoors, every playroom at Desert Pups has a dedicated potty area equipped with artificial turf and potty pads.”desertpups.com/faq
Live cameras for ownersYes
Their words
“Our daycare is top-tier, complete with a livestream camera that lets you peek in on your pup throughout the day—just log in to our website”desertpups.com/about
Photo / report-card updatesYes — described in 5 reviews, not stated by the facility
FeedingOwner's food encouraged
Their words
“We always recommend you bringing your dogs own food (or you will be charged per meal if you do not)”desertpups.com/faq
Show 18 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot 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
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
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
Administers medicationNot 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
9.5ExceptionalDogs 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
helpful team 8webcams 7video updates 5attentive care 3getting wiggles out 3dog interaction 3affordable 3calm dogs 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Cancellation
- Pack members cancel free 48h ahead ($50 fee after); non-members 72h or $100Stated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Updates during a stay
- Boarding: daily text updates on mood, eating and sleepingStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 7 AM–8 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–8 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–8 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–8 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–9 PM
- Sat
- 8:30 AM–9 PM
- Sun
- 8:30 AM–8 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
For travelers
- PHX · Phoenix Sky Harbor
- 12.3 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 7 AM – 9 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
1455 S Stapley Dr #28, Mesa, AZ 85204
16.1 miles from downtown Phoenix · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seating
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Desert Pups
What services does Desert Pups offer?
Desert Pups is listed as a dog day care center in Mesa, AZ, offering daycare.
How much does Desert Pups charge?
Its website lists daycare at $35 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-09-07). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking.
What vaccines does Desert Pups require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Desert Pups?
Desert Pups'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 Desert Pups compare with other Phoenix facilities?
It ranks #63 of 193 in the Phoenix index by Dogs Away score (9.5/10, exceptional), based on 62 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Desert Pups, Mesa, AZ. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/phoenix-az/desert-pups/Similar places near Mesa
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