Dogtopia of South Waterfront

★ 4.3 · 120 Google reviews·Dog daycare·Portland, OR
Dogtopia of South Waterfront, Portland
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score8.7 /10Very good · 120 reviews · top 92% in Portland
Sources
Behind the 8.7
Reviews read
120 on Google
Average stars
4.30 ★
Rank
#140 of 156 in Portland
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Published rate$50 /dayFrom their website, 2026-10-27
Sources
Behind the $50
Source
Dogtopia of South Waterfront’s own website
Checked on
2026-10-27
Rate type
First dog, standard day
“Pay Per Play Full Day $50”
Open their price page ↗

Dogtopia of South Waterfront is a dog daycare in Portland, OR, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 8.7/10 (very good) from 120 Google reviews averaging 4.3 stars — #140 of 156 in Portland. Its website lists daycare from $50 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 9.

All-day open playPlay model, per the facility.
Live cameras for ownersPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.

Key facts

Services
DaycareTrainingDog walkingBoardingGrooming Confirmed on their own website
Type
Dedicated facility
Boarding rate
Not published
Daycare rate
$50/day
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in Portland
#140 of 156
Google rating
★4.3 (120)
From downtown
1.4 mi
Neighborhood
South Waterfront
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

9/27

9 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-09-07. Open a policy to see their exact words.

Admission requirements2 of 6 published
Spay / neuterRequired from 7 months
Their words
“All dogs 7 months and older must be spayed or neutered.”dogtopia.com/portland-southwaterfront/dog-daycare/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“We welcome all breeds of dogs at our facilities; all happy and social dogs who are fully vaccinated and pass our meet and greet are welcome!”dogtopia.com/portland-southwaterfront/dog-daycare/
Operations7 of 21 published
Play modelAll-day open play
Their words
“8-10 hours of open-play to encourage socialization and exercise”dogtopia.com/portland-southwaterfront/dog-daycare/
Groups separated bySize and temperament
Their words
“An open-play environment separated by size and temperament encourages positive experiences with loving dogs and humans.”dogtopia.com/portland-southwaterfront/dog-daycare/
Time out of their room8-10 hours of open play daily
Their words
“8-10 hours of open-play to encourage socialization and exercise”dogtopia.com/portland-southwaterfront/dog-daycare/
HousingCrate
Their words
“Home-style crates for resting, feeding and overnight stays”dogtopia.com/portland-southwaterfront/dog-daycare/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Our facility is climate-controlled, so no matter the weather, it’s always a comfortable 65-70 degrees and bright in our playrooms.”dogtopia.com/portland-southwaterfront/dog-daycare/
Live cameras for ownersYes
Their words
“Free webcam access so you can keep an eye on your pup”dogtopia.com/portland-southwaterfront/dog-daycare/
Photo / report-card updatesYes
Their words
“Periodic report cards on your dog’s progress so that you are always kept in the loop”dogtopia.com/portland-southwaterfront/dog-daycare/
Show 18 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
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
Staff certificationNot published on their website
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
Outdoor accessNot published on their website
CapacityNot 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

8.7Very goodDogs Away score
5 ★94
4 ★2
3 ★4
2 ★2
1 ★18
★ 4.30Google average
120reviews behind the score
★ 4.66Portland 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

webcams 19dogtopia 5meet and greet 5coaches 5attention to dogs 3reliable care 3photo shoots 3nail trims 3

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

Booking terms & safety

If a dog is sick
Boarding dogs must be free of fleas, ticks and any contagious diseasesStated on their website

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

Who they take & how they care

Updates during a stay
Periodic report cards on daycare progressStated on their website
Minimum age
Boarding puppies must be at least three months oldStated on their website
Breed & size limits
Welcomes all breeds; dogs must be social, vaccinated and pass a meet and greetStated on their website

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

Price history

Published rate for the same product as today, from archived copies of the facility’s own rate page.
YearBoardingDaycareSource
2020—$39/dayArchived page, 2020-10-27
2021—$39/dayArchived page, 2021-09-26
2022—$46/dayArchived page, 2022-07-04
2023—$46/dayArchived page, 2023-03-21
Now—$50/dayTheir website, 2026-10-27

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

Hours

Mon
6:30 AM–7:30 PM
Tue
6:30 AM–7:30 PM
Wed
6:30 AM–7:30 PM
Thu
6:30 AM–7:30 PM
Fri
6:30 AM–7:30 PM
Sat
9 AM–5 PM
Sun
9 AM–5 PM

From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.

For travelers

PDX · Portland International
7.4 mi
Weekday hours span
6:30 AM – 7:30 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

3706 S River Pkwy, Portland, OR 97239

1.4 miles from downtown Portland · South Waterfront · Get directions

Amenities & details

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Dogtopia of South Waterfront

What services does Dogtopia of South Waterfront offer?
Dogtopia of South Waterfront is listed as a dog day care center in Portland, OR, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Dogtopia of South Waterfront charge?
Its website lists daycare at $50 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-10-27). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking.
Is someone on site overnight at Dogtopia of South Waterfront?
Dogtopia of South Waterfront's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-09-07). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does Dogtopia of South Waterfront compare with other Portland facilities?
It ranks #140 of 156 in the Portland index by Dogs Away score (8.7/10, very good), based on 120 Google reviews averaging 4.3 stars.

Cite this record

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

Dogtopia of South Waterfront, Portland, OR. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-07. https://dogsaway.co/portland-or/dogtopia-of-south-waterfront/

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