Lucky Paws Boarding & Daycare
BoardingCat boardingDaycare
Dogs Away score8.7 /10Very good · 233 reviews · top 95% in Raleigh
Sources
Behind the 8.7
- Reviews read
- 233 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.30 ★
- Rank
- #55 of 59 in Raleigh
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$30 /dayFrom their website, 2026-09-08
$30middle $36$45
Below the Raleigh middle price
Sources
Behind the $30
- Source
- Lucky Paws Boarding & Daycare’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-09-08
- Rate type
- First dog, standard day
“Pick which daycare package works best for you: 1-Day Pass: $30 6-Day Pass: $169”Open their price page ↗
Lucky Paws Boarding & Daycare is a pet boarding in Clayton, NC, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 8.7/10 (very good) from 233 Google reviews averaging 4.3 stars — #55 of 59 in Raleigh. Its website lists daycare from $30 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 13.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Open play with enforced restPlay 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
Lucky Paws Boarding & Daycare, located in Clayton, NC, has been proudly serving the Clayton, Smithfield, and Flowers Plantation communities for over 16 years! We provide quality boarding and daycare services for dogs and cats. Our dedicated staff ensures a secure, engaging environment for your pets, fostering ample playtime and relaxation.
From the business’s public profile.
Key facts
- Services
- BoardingCat boardingDaycarePet sitting Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- $30/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Raleigh
- #55 of 59
- Google rating
- ★4.3 (233)
- From downtown
- 9.9 mi
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
13/27
13 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 · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“All animals are required to have current vaccinations during their stay. These are: Dogs DHPP Bordatella Rabies Cats FVRCP Feline Leukemia Rabies You must provide documentation with the date administered, expiration date, and who administered the vaccination.”luckypawsdaycare.com/policies.php
Temperament evaluationRequired for some dogs
Their words
“All dogs must pass a temperament evaluation to be allowed in the daycare play zone.”luckypawsdaycare.com/faq.php
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“You must provide documentation with the date administered, expiration date, and who administered the vaccination.”luckypawsdaycare.com/policies.php
Operations10 of 21 published
Play modelOpen play with enforced rest
Their words
“to ensure your dog gets all the exercise and all the rest they need, even on a longer stay. Boarding guests will get between 3-5 hours of playtime per day or more.”luckypawsdaycare.com/faq.php
Time out of their room3-5 hours of playtime daily (boarding)
Their words
“Boarding guests will get between 3-5 hours of playtime per day or more.”luckypawsdaycare.com/faq.php
Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered
Their words
“Dogs who are not compatible with the daycare environment will be interacted with individually by staff throughout their stay on the boarding side of the facility.”luckypawsdaycare.com/faq.php
HousingRun
Their words
“Each kennel is indoors, climate controlled, and between 4' by 6' or 4' x 4'. Side walls have isolation panels to prevent cross contamination, and provide your dog with privacy, cleanliness, and solitude.”luckypawsdaycare.com/faq.php
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Each kennel is indoors, climate controlled, and between 4' by 6' or 4' x 4'.”luckypawsdaycare.com/faq.php
Live cameras for ownersYes
Their words
“Do you have a webcam? Yes! We have a live webcam in the dog area. It can be viewed from anywhere in the world as long as you have internet access.”luckypawsdaycare.com/faq.php
Photo / report-card updatesYes
Their words
“One of the highlights of our daycare service is the daily pictures we share of your pets in action.”luckypawsdaycare.com/dailyPics.php
ToursVirtual tour only
Their words
“Can I take a tour of the facility? The best way to see the facility is via the Live Webcam. There are also hundreds of photos on our Facebook page as well as our website. We do not offer tours of the back because the dogs are always out playing during business hours.”luckypawsdaycare.com/faq.php
Administers medicationYes, for a fee
Their words
“We will administer oral or topical medications to your pet up to three times per day. The cost is $2.00 per day. We do not administer injectable medications.”luckypawsdaycare.com/faq.php
FeedingOwner's food encouraged
Their words
“Yes! We encourage you to bring your dog's usual food from home. We do provide The Pet Pantry, a 100% natural and holistic dry food, as a convenient alternative at $5 /day.”luckypawsdaycare.com/faq.php
Show 14 policies not 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 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
Groups separated byNot published on their website
Outdoor accessNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot 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
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
online webcam 18kennel 8dog exercise 5dog socialization 3tired dogs 3affordability 3exit bath 2camera access 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- If a dog is sick
- Dogs with or appearing to have a contagious disease are isolated from other dogsStated on their website
- Vet costs during a stay
- Emergency care at their approved vet; owners pay vet costs, incidents treated as no-faultStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Updates during a stay
- Shares daily pictures of pets during daycareStated on their website
- Senior dogs
- Offers specialized care for older dogsStated on their website
- Minimum age
- Minimum age of 16 weeks so vaccinations take full effectStated on their website
- Cats
- Offers daycare and boarding for dogs and catsStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | — | $19/day | Archived page, 2018-11-05 |
| 2019 | — | $22/day | Archived page, 2019-12-12 |
| 2020 | — | $22/day | Archived page, 2020-11-29 |
| 2021 | — | $22/day | Archived page, 2021-10-26 |
| 2022 | — | $25/day | Archived page, 2022-10-03 |
| 2023 | — | $25/day | Archived page, 2023-12-06 |
| 2024 | — | $28/day | Archived page, 2024-09-11 |
| 2025 | — | $30/day | Archived page, 2025-11-14 |
| Now | — | $30/day | Their 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
- 10 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
- 20.7 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
2900 US-70, Clayton, NC 27520
9.9 miles from downtown Raleigh · Get directions
Amenities & details
Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotFree parking lotOn-site parking
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Lucky Paws Boarding & Daycare
What services does Lucky Paws Boarding & Daycare offer?
Lucky Paws Boarding & Daycare is listed as a pet boarding service in Clayton, NC, offering boarding, cat boarding, daycare.
How much does Lucky Paws Boarding & Daycare charge?
Its website lists daycare at $30 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-09-08). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking.
What vaccines does Lucky Paws Boarding & Daycare require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Lucky Paws Boarding & Daycare?
Lucky Paws Boarding & Daycare'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 Lucky Paws Boarding & Daycare compare with other Raleigh facilities?
It ranks #55 of 59 in the Raleigh index by Dogs Away score (8.7/10, very good), based on 233 Google reviews averaging 4.3 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Lucky Paws Boarding & Daycare, Clayton, NC. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/raleigh-nc/lucky-paws-boarding-and-daycare/Similar places near Clayton
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