Companion Animal Hospital of Wakefield
Boarding
Dogs Away score9.6 /10Exceptional · 139 reviews · top 11% in Raleigh
Sources
Behind the 9.6
- Reviews read
- 139 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.80 ★
- Rank
- #6 of 59 in Raleigh
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published8 of 27From their website, 2026-09-08
Companion Animal Hospital of Wakefield is a veterinary clinic in Raleigh, NC, offering boarding. It scores 9.6/10 (exceptional) from 139 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #6 of 59 in Raleigh. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 8.
Veterinary practiceA vet clinic that also offers boarding.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Key facts
- Services
- VeterinaryBoarding
- Type
- Veterinary practice
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Raleigh
- #6 of 59
- Google rating
- ★4.8 (139)
- From downtown
- 12.5 mi
- Neighborhood
- North Raleigh
- 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, 2026-09-08. Open a policy to see their exact words.
Admission requirements3 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Their words
“All pets must be up-to-date on their vaccinations . For dogs, they must have their rabies, DHPP, Bordetella and Canine Influenza vaccines .”wakefieldpetvet.com/boarding/
Fecal / parasite testNegative test required
Their words
“We require a negative fecal exam at least 12 months before their stay with us.”wakefieldpetvet.com/boarding/
Spay / neuterRequired for group play only from 7 months
Their words
“Spayed or neutered: Dogs over 7 months of age need to be spayed or neutered.”wakefieldpetvet.com/daycare/
Operations5 of 21 published
Time out of their roomAt least 3 extended outdoor times daily
Their words
“at least 3 extended outdoor times each day for some play, exercise, and potty breaks.”wakefieldpetvet.com/boarding/
Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered
Their words
“Group play with day camp dogs or individual play If your dog is boarding with us, you can choose to give them the opportunity to play with our day camp dogs in group play!”wakefieldpetvet.com/boarding/
Veterinary accessVeterinarian on call
Their words
“For the safety of all our guests, we have a veterinarian on call every weekend and holiday to tend to any medical emergencies during your pet’s stay.”wakefieldpetvet.com/boarding/
Administers medicationYes, for a fee
Their words
“Our staff is trained to administer any medication your pet could need, whether it’s a tablet, an oral solution, or an injection. There will be a small fee for medication administration.”wakefieldpetvet.com/boarding/
Online bookingYes
Their words
“Request a Reservation or give us a call at (919) 488-5300”wakefieldpetvet.com/boarding/
Show 19 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot 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
Play modelNot published on their website
Groups separated byNot published on their website
HousingNot published on their website
Outdoor accessNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot 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
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
9.6ExceptionalDogs 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
anxious dog care 6thorough exams 6fear free techniques 5informative staff 5knowledgeable doctors 4quick appointment 4kind technicians 3clean facility 3
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Cancellation
- Holiday boarding deposit is non-refundable if cancelled under 10 days outStated on their PDF
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Minimum age
- Daycare: dogs must be at least 16 weeks oldStated on their website
- Cats
- Offers cat boarding in single condosStated on their PDF
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
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
- 9–11 AM
- Sun
- Closed
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
For travelers
- RDU · Raleigh-Durham
- 14.2 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 7 AM – 6 PM
- Open Sunday
- No
Straight-line miles, not driving distance. Hours span from the public profile; confirm drop-off and pick-up windows before a flight.
Location
11021 Wakefield Commons Dr, Raleigh, NC 27614
12.5 miles from downtown Raleigh · North Raleigh · Get directions
Amenities & details
Identifies as women-ownedOnsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seatingGender-neutral restroomLGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safespaceAppointment requiredAppointments recommendedFree parking lotFree street parkingOn-site parking
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Companion Animal Hospital of Wakefield
What services does Companion Animal Hospital of Wakefield offer?
Companion Animal Hospital of Wakefield is listed as a veterinarian in Raleigh, NC, offering boarding.
How much does Companion Animal Hospital of Wakefield charge?
We did not find a published rate on Companion Animal Hospital of Wakefield's website when we checked it (2026-09-08); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Raleigh median published boarding rate is $58/night across 21 facilities.
What vaccines does Companion Animal Hospital of Wakefield require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Companion Animal Hospital of Wakefield?
Companion Animal Hospital of Wakefield's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-09-08). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does Companion Animal Hospital of Wakefield compare with other Raleigh facilities?
It ranks #6 of 59 in the Raleigh index by Dogs Away score (9.6/10, exceptional), based on 139 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Companion Animal Hospital of Wakefield, Raleigh, NC. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/raleigh-nc/companion-animal-hospital-of-wakefield/Similar places near Raleigh
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