Dogtopia of Harrison Ave

★ 4.9 · 244 Google reviews·Dog daycare·Cary, NC
Dogtopia of Harrison Ave, Cary
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.8 /10Exceptional · 244 reviews · top 2% in Raleigh
Sources
Behind the 9.8
Reviews read
244 on Google
Average stars
4.90 ★
Rank
#1 of 59 in Raleigh
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Published rate$41 /dayFrom their website, 2026-09-08
Sources
Behind the $41
Source
Dogtopia of Harrison Ave’s own website
Checked on
2026-09-08
Rate type
First dog, standard day
“Full Day $41 --> --> Half Day $30”
Open their price page ↗

Dogtopia of Harrison Ave is a dog daycare in Cary, NC, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.8/10 (exceptional) from 244 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars — #1 of 59 in Raleigh. Its website lists daycare from $41 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 9.

Top 2% in Raleigh#1 of 59 by Dogs Away score, from 244 reviews.
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.

About this place

Dogtopia of Harrison Ave is the ultimate destination for dog daycare, boarding, and full grooming services in Cary. Our fully supervised, open-play environment gives your pup a safe and fun space to exercise, socialize, and thrive. With spacious indoor playrooms and our certified Canine Coaches guiding every play session, we focus on your dog’s physical and mental well-being. Whether it's a day of play, an overnight stay, or dog grooming, we deliver personalized care and attention. Proudly servi

From the business’s public profile.

Key facts

Services
DaycareDog walkingBoardingPet sitting Confirmed on their own website
Type
Dedicated facility
Boarding rate
Not published
Daycare rate
$41/day
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in Raleigh
#1 of 59
Google rating
★4.9 (244)
From downtown
8.2 mi
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, 2026-09-08. 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/cary-harrisonave/dog-daycare/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“all happy and social dogs who are fully vaccinated and pass our meet and greet are welcome!”dogtopia.com/cary-harrisonave/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/cary-harrisonave/dog-daycare/
Groups separated bySize, temperament and play style
Their words
“will love his newfound freedom in our open-play environment where he’ll be separated by friends of similar size, temperament and play style.”dogtopia.com/cary-harrisonave/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 Meet and greet evaluations to ensure they’ll be a good fit for open play”dogtopia.com/cary-harrisonave/dog-daycare/
HousingCrate
Their words
“Home-style crates for resting, feeding and overnight stays”dogtopia.com/cary-harrisonave/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/cary-harrisonave/dog-daycare/
Live cameras for ownersYes
Their words
“Free webcam access so you can keep an eye on your pup”dogtopia.com/cary-harrisonave/dog-daycare/
Photo / report-card updatesYes
Their words
“You’ll get periodic report cards to keep you in the loop on your dog’s behavior, their new BFFFs (Best Furry Friends Forever), and tips for how you can replicate our positive educational methods at home.”dogtopia.com/cary-harrisonave/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

9.8ExceptionalDogs Away score
5 ★232
4 ★3
3 ★2
2 ★1
1 ★6
★ 4.90Google average
244reviews behind the score
★ 4.64Raleigh 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 20friendly team 10dog excitement 7socialization with other dogs 4knowledgeable employees 3doggy cams 2flu vaccine requirement 2illness screening 2

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

Booking terms & safety

Holiday minimum stay
2-night minimum at New Year, Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas weeksStated 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 daycare report cards on behavior and playmatesStated on their website
Minimum age
Daycare: puppies must be at least 12 weeks oldStated 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
2022—$35/dayArchived page, 2022-08-20
2024—$41/dayArchived page, 2024-12-12
2025—$41/dayArchived page, 2025-10-14
Now—$41/dayTheir website, 2026-09-08

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
8:30 AM–5 PM
Sun
10 AM–5 PM

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

For travelers

RDU · Raleigh-Durham
5.3 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

243 Grande Heights Dr, Cary, NC 27513

8.2 miles from downtown Raleigh · Get directions

Amenities & details

Identifies as Latino-ownedIdentifies as women-ownedOnsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomGender-neutral restroomLGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safespaceFree parking lotOn-site parkingPaid parking lot

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Dogtopia of Harrison Ave

What services does Dogtopia of Harrison Ave offer?
Dogtopia of Harrison Ave is listed as a dog day care center in Cary, NC, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Dogtopia of Harrison Ave charge?
Its website lists daycare at $41 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-09-08). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking.
Is someone on site overnight at Dogtopia of Harrison Ave?
Dogtopia of Harrison Ave'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 Dogtopia of Harrison Ave compare with other Raleigh facilities?
It ranks #1 of 59 in the Raleigh index by Dogs Away score (9.8/10, exceptional), based on 244 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars.

Cite this record

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

Dogtopia of Harrison Ave, Cary, NC. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/raleigh-nc/dogtopia-of-harrison-ave/

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