Camp Happy Paws

★ 4.9 · 172 Google reviews·Dog daycare·Bothell, WA
Camp Happy Paws, Bothell
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.7 /10Exceptional · 172 reviews · top 5% in Seattle
Sources
Behind the 9.7
Reviews read
172 on Google
Average stars
4.90 ★
Rank
#11 of 244 in Seattle
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Published rate$70 /nightFrom their website, 2026-09-08
Sources
Behind the $70
Source
Camp Happy Paws’s own website
Checked on
2026-09-08
Rate type
First dog, standard night
“Rates $70 per night for 1 dog $67.50 per night for 2 dogs $65 per night for 3 dogs or more … Rates $40 per day for 1 dog $37.50 per day for 2 dogs”
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Camp Happy Paws is a dog daycare in Bothell, WA, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.7/10 (exceptional) from 172 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars — #11 of 244 in Seattle. Its website lists boarding from $70 per night and daycare from $40 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 13.

Top 5% in Seattle#11 of 244 by Dogs Away score, from 172 reviews.
No overnight staffStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Not required: DHPP · Not mentioned: canine influenza
All-day open playPlay model, per the facility.
Outdoor access: yard and poolPer the facility’s website.

About this place

Camp Happy Paws is a kennel free dog boarding and daycare facility located on five securely fenced acres of wooded trails, trees and grassy fields. The staff at Camp Happy Paws spend the day playing with our campers, giving them all lots of love and attention. Whether dogs want to come in the Dog House and relax, or play outside, Camp Happy Paws has something for campers of all ages and stages. At the end of the day, the campers are all tucked in safely in the house. Camp Happy Paws is happy to

From the business’s public profile.

Key facts

Services
DaycareBoardingGrooming Confirmed on their own website
Type
Dedicated facility
Boarding rate
$70/night
Daycare rate
$40/day
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in Seattle
#11 of 244
Google rating
★4.9 (172)
From downtown
17.8 mi
Additional dog
$67.50 per night for 2 dogs; $65 per night for 3 dogs or more
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 requirements5 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Not required: DHPP · Not mentioned: canine influenza
Their words
“Camp Happy Paws requires proof of current Rabies, Leptospirosis and Bordetella vaccinations prior to trial visits, and then regularly thereafter. We do not require that other vaccines be given annually.”camphappypaws.com/faq/
Fecal / parasite testNegative test required
Their words
“Yes, all new campers are required to have negative fecal results no older than 3 months in order to come to camp for a trial visit.”camphappypaws.com/faq/
Spay / neuterRequired from 6 months
Their words
“Can my dog or puppy stay at Camp Happy Paws if he is not neutered? We require our campers to be neutered after 6 months.”camphappypaws.com/faq/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“Why does Camp Happy Paws require a trial visit? A trial visit gives you the opportunity to view the camp, meet the staff and owners, and ask any questions you might have.”camphappypaws.com/faq/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Camp Happy Paws requires proof of current Rabies, Leptospirosis and Bordetella vaccinations prior to trial visits, and then regularly thereafter.”camphappypaws.com/faq/
Operations9 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightNo — nobody is on site overnight
Their words
“Does Camp Happy Paws have overnight staff? We do not have overnight staff, but we have surveillance cameras in all of the rooms and around the yard.”camphappypaws.com/faq/
Staff certificationPet first aid / CPR certified staff
Their words
“Each of our camp counselors has a unique background, bringing a breadth of skills to the team, from dog training to veterinary emergency room care, and all are certified in pet first aid and CPR.”camphappypaws.com/about/
Play modelAll-day open play
Their words
“At Camp Happy Paws our environment is unique, in that it is truly free range, so safety is our number one priority.”camphappypaws.com/faq/
Groups separated byNot separated into groups
Their words
“Does Camp Happy Paws have a separate grouping for shy or reactive dogs, or by size? Unfortunately, we do not. Camp Happy Paws is unique in that we socialize, co-mingle and house dogs of all sizes together.”camphappypaws.com/faq/
HousingCage free
Their words
“We have crates for folks that prefer that their dogs sleep in a crate, but otherwise the pups are free to get cozy in whatever way they’re used to at home.”camphappypaws.com/faq/
Outdoor accessYard and pool
Their words
“When it’s sunny out, they get to take a dip in the pool or splash pad, run through the sprinklers, chase squirrels, and catch bubbles.”camphappypaws.com/faq/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“The rooms are all climate controlled, with air purifiers, heat, fans, air conditioning, and windows that allow for fresh air.”camphappypaws.com/faq/
Photo / report-card updatesYes — described in 25 reviews, not stated by the facility
Online bookingYes
Their words
“Client Portal accounts are created by invitation only after your dog completes our intake process and trial visit.”camphappypaws.com/faq/
Show 13 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot 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

Policies change, so confirm anything that matters when you book. Items marked “described by reviewers” come from customers, not from the facility.

Score & reviews

9.7ExceptionalDogs Away score
5 ★161
4 ★7
3 ★0
2 ★0
1 ★4
★ 4.90Google average
172reviews behind the score
★ 4.66Seattle 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

instagram updates 22dog camp 11no kennels 5outdoor play 5video updates 3dog baths 2well-cared for dogs 2no crates 2

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

Booking terms & safety

Cancellation
Boarding: free 1+ week out; 50% under a week; full fee at 2 days or less; holidays 2 weeksStated on their PDF
If a dog is sick
A dog testing positive for contagious intestinal pathogens must leave camp and be picked up; no refundStated on their website

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

Who they take & how they care

Updates during a stay
Group check-in videos and photos posted almost daily on Instagram and FacebookStated on their website
Breed & size limits
Cannot accommodate Pitbulls, Presa Canarios, Wolf Hybrids, Dogo Argentinos, Am. Staffordshire Terriers and mixesStated on their website

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

Hours

Mon
8 AM–6 PM
Tue
8 AM–6 PM
Wed
8 AM–6 PM
Thu
8 AM–6 PM
Fri
8 AM–6 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

SEA · Seattle-Tacoma
27.7 mi
Weekday hours span
8 AM – 6 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

4616 174th St SE, Bothell, WA 98012

17.8 miles from downtown Seattle · Get directions

Amenities & details

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Camp Happy Paws

What services does Camp Happy Paws offer?
Camp Happy Paws is listed as a dog day care center in Bothell, WA, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Camp Happy Paws charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $70 per night and daycare at $40 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-09-08). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Seattle median published boarding rate is $65/night.
What vaccines does Camp Happy Paws require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Not required: DHPP · Not mentioned: canine influenza.
Is someone on site overnight at Camp Happy Paws?
No — nobody is on site overnight, according to the facility's own website.
How does Camp Happy Paws compare with other Seattle facilities?
It ranks #11 of 244 in the Seattle index by Dogs Away score (9.7/10, exceptional), based on 172 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars.

Cite this record

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

Camp Happy Paws, Bothell, WA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/seattle-wa/camp-happy-paws/

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