Big Valley Pet Resort
BoardingDaycare
Dogs Away score9.6 /10Exceptional · 176 reviews · top 13% in Seattle
Sources
Behind the 9.6
- Reviews read
- 176 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.80 ★
- Rank
- #30 of 244 in Seattle
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$35 /dayFrom their website, 2026-09-08
$35middle $50$60
Below the Seattle middle price
Sources
Behind the $35
- Source
- Big Valley Pet Resort’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-09-08
- Rate type
- First dog, standard day
“Daycare is $35 per day when paying daily, or save with one of our awesome package deals below!”Open their price page ↗
Big Valley Pet Resort is a pet boarding in Poulsbo, WA, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.6/10 (exceptional) from 176 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #30 of 244 in Seattle. Its website lists daycare from $35 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 10.
No overnight staffStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Outdoor access: private patioPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
About this place
Big Valley Pet Resort offers dog daycare, boarding for dogs, cats, and exotic pets, professional dog grooming, and dog training. Our caring team is dedicated to keeping your pets safe, happy, and well-loved during their stay.
From the business’s public profile.
Key facts
- Services
- BoardingDaycare Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- $35/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Seattle
- #30 of 244
- Google rating
- ★4.8 (176)
- From downtown
- 18.8 mi
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
10/27
10 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 requirements4 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Below is a list of required immunizations that your pet will need for boarding, grooming, and daycare. ... BORDETELLA Usually expires after one (1) year. ... DISTEMPER Usually expires after one (1) or three (3) years. ... RABIES Usually expires after one (1) or three (3) years”bigvalleypetresort.com/policies-%26-procedures
Spay / neuterRequired from 24 months
Their words
“Your dog must be at least 6 months old before having their first Meet & Greet. Additionally, we DO NOT accept unaltered dogs aged 2 years or older.”bigvalleypetresort.com/policies-%26-procedures
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“A $35 non-refundable Meet & Greet fee is required at the time of booking to reserve your appointment.”bigvalleypetresort.com/policies-%26-procedures
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Share Vaccine Records Before your Meet & Greet, send your pup’s updated vaccine records to [email protected] or bring them along on the day of your visit.”bigvalleypetresort.com/policies-%26-procedures
Operations6 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightNo — nobody is on site overnight
Their words
“Finally right before we head home for the day, all dogs (unless asked not to) get a goodnight treat and their dog flaps closed for the night.”bigvalleypetresort.com/policies-%26-procedures
Groups separated byTemperament and personality
Their words
“We tailor our play yard packs based on your dog's temperament & personality so they can safely play with other dogs just like them, in small or large groups, or with siblings!”bigvalleypetresort.com/dog-rooms
Time out of their roomTwice daily exercise in play yards
Their words
“Boarding stays come with twice daily exercise in our play yards!”bigvalleypetresort.com/dog-rooms
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot offered
Their words
“We are not able to accept dogs who can only play alone, as we do not have the outdoor play space that would allow for ample solo play”bigvalleypetresort.com/dog-rooms
HousingIndoor outdoor run
Their words
“Boarding Rooms for Dogs Prices are per night, additional services and fees may apply. Suite $104 Inside : 8' x 8' Outside : 8'x 6' covered patio”bigvalleypetresort.com/dog-rooms
Outdoor accessPrivate patio
Their words
“Boarding Rooms for Dogs Prices are per night, additional services and fees may apply. Suite $104 Inside : 8' x 8' Outside : 8'x 6' covered patio”bigvalleypetresort.com/dog-rooms
Show 17 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot 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
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
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
9.6ExceptionalDogs 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
grooming 23groomers 9kenneling 5dog training 3reactive dog 2working with difficult dogs 2anxious dog 2border collie 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Checkout time
- Boarding pick-up before 1 PM Monday to Saturday; extended check-out to 4:45 PM costs $20Stated on their website
- Late pick-up
- Extended check-out until 4:45 PM Monday to Saturday costs $20Stated on their website
- Cancellation
- Non-holiday deposits are refundable if cancelled at least 48 hours before the stayStated on their website
- If a dog is sick
- May refuse animals showing illness; contacts the owner if a guest shows illness after drop-offStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Minimum age
- Dogs must be at least 6 months old before their Meet and GreetStated on their website
- Unaltered dogs & females in heat
- Accepts unaltered dogs until age 2; does not accept unaltered dogs aged 2 or olderStated on their website
- Cats
- Offers dog and cat boardingStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | — | $35/day | Archived page, 2025-12-07 |
| Now | — | $35/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
- 9 AM–5 PM
- Tue
- 9 AM–5 PM
- Wed
- 9 AM–5 PM
- Thu
- 9 AM–5 PM
- Fri
- 9 AM–5 PM
- Sat
- 9 AM–5 PM
- Sun
- 9 AM–2 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
For travelers
- SEA · Seattle-Tacoma
- 28 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 9 AM – 5 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
25297 Big Valley Rd NE, Poulsbo, WA 98370
18.8 miles from downtown Seattle · Get directions
Amenities & details
Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Big Valley Pet Resort
What services does Big Valley Pet Resort offer?
Big Valley Pet Resort is listed as a pet boarding service in Poulsbo, WA, offering boarding, daycare.
How much does Big Valley Pet Resort charge?
Its website lists daycare at $35 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-09-08). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking.
What vaccines does Big Valley Pet Resort require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Big Valley Pet Resort?
No — nobody is on site overnight, according to the facility's own website.
How does Big Valley Pet Resort compare with other Seattle facilities?
It ranks #30 of 244 in the Seattle index by Dogs Away score (9.6/10, exceptional), based on 176 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Big Valley Pet Resort, Poulsbo, WA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/seattle-wa/big-valley-pet-resort/Similar places near Poulsbo
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