Smelly Dog

★ 4.2 · 419 Google reviews·Pet groomer·Phoenix, AZ
Smelly Dog, Phoenix
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score8.5 /10Very good · 419 reviews · top 99% in Phoenix
Sources
Behind the 8.5
Reviews read
419 on Google
Average stars
4.20 ★
Rank
#185 of 193 in Phoenix
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Published rate$49 /nightFrom their website, 2026-09-07
Sources
Behind the $49
Source
Smelly Dog’s own website
Checked on
2026-09-07
Rate type
First dog, standard night
“FETCH-tastic 3ft X 2ft - cozy size under 20 pounds 1 dog per suite $49 per night … Wond-RUFF-ul 4ft x 3ft - standard size up to 50 pounds up to 2 dogs per suite $59 per night per dog … Re-BARK-able 6fy x 4ft - large size up to 90lbs up to 4 dogs per suite $69 per night per dog … WAG-nificent 8ft x 6ft - huge size up to 220 pounds up to 6 dogs per suite $84 per night per dog”
Open their price page ↗

Smelly Dog is a pet groomer in Phoenix, AZ, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 8.5/10 (very good) from 419 Google reviews averaging 4.2 stars — #185 of 193 in Phoenix. Its website lists boarding from $49–$84 per night. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 7.

Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Outdoor access: indoor outdoorPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.

About this place

The happening spot in central Phoenix for all your dog essentials. Smelly Dog has the best staff, best services, & best prices in the friendliest atmosphere.

From the business’s public profile.

Key facts

Services
GroomingDaycareBoardingPet sitting Confirmed on their own website
Type
Groomer
Boarding rate
$49–$84/night
Daycare rate
Not published
Open 24 hours
No
Booking & cameras
Online booking & owner portal via GingrFound on their website, 2026-10-08
Rank in Phoenix
#185 of 193
Google rating
★4.2 (419)
From downtown
5.1 mi
Neighborhood
Camelback East Village
Additional dog
2nd Dog = 20% Discount 3rd Dog = 25% Discount 4th, 5th, & 6th Dog = 30% Discount
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

7/27

7 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
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“All new members will require an evaluation and current vaccination records.”smellydogaz.com/daycare
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“All new members will require an evaluation and current vaccination records.”smellydogaz.com/daycare
Operations5 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“Did you know most boarding facilities do not have people watching your pets overnight? At Smelly Dog, there is 24 hour care** for every animal.”smellydogaz.com/hotel
HousingSuite
Their words
“The dog suites are custom designed and built from strong waterproof materials that are super durable, anti-bacterial, anti-microbial, non-porous, and easy to clean.”smellydogaz.com/hotel
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor
Their words
“We have a large indoor and outdoor facility with misters, shade sails, and artificial turf.”smellydogaz.com/daycare
Photo / report-card updatesYes
Their words
“We post pictures daily and send individual messages to parents.”smellydogaz.com/hotel
FeedingEither house or owner's food
Their words
“We feed your pup our premium foods, or you can bring your own.”smellydogaz.com/hotel
Show 20 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
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
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot 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

8.5Very goodDogs Away score
5 ★287
4 ★48
3 ★13
2 ★9
1 ★62
★ 4.20Google average
419reviews behind the score
★ 4.66Phoenix 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

dog treats 16nail trim 8dog washing 7dog cake 7doggy daycare 6full grooming 4self wash 3blueberry facial 2

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

Price history

Published rate for the same product as today, from archived copies of the facility’s own rate page.
YearBoardingDaycareSource
2022$49–$84/night—Archived page, 2022-12-09
2023$49–$84/night—Archived page, 2023-12-01
2024$49–$84/night—Archived page, 2024-10-08
2025$49–$84/night—Archived page, 2025-11-15
Now$49–$84/night—Their website, 2026-09-07

First-dog standard rate, lower end of any range. How this feeds the market trend: Dogs Away Boarding Price Index.

Hours

Mon
7 AM–6 PM
Tue
7 AM–6 PM
Wed
7 AM–6 PM
Thu
7 AM–6 PM
Fri
7 AM–6 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

PHX · Phoenix Sky Harbor
6.8 mi
Weekday hours span
7 AM – 6 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

5739 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ 85014

5.1 miles from downtown Phoenix · Camelback East Village · Get directions

Amenities & details

Identifies as women-ownedOnsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomGender-neutral restroomLGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safespaceCredit cardsDebit cardsNFC mobile paymentsFree parking lotPaid parking lot

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Smelly Dog

What services does Smelly Dog offer?
Smelly Dog is listed as a pet groomer in Phoenix, AZ, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Smelly Dog charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $49–$84 per night (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-09-07). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Phoenix median published boarding rate is $55/night.
Is someone on site overnight at Smelly Dog?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does Smelly Dog compare with other Phoenix facilities?
It ranks #185 of 193 in the Phoenix index by Dogs Away score (8.5/10, very good), based on 419 Google reviews averaging 4.2 stars.

Cite this record

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

Smelly Dog, Phoenix, AZ. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/phoenix-az/smelly-dog/

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