Dawg Tired Play Days

★ 4.6 · 77 Google reviews·Boarding facility·Tacoma, WA
Dawg Tired Play Days, Tacoma
BoardingDaycare
Dogs Away score9.2 /10Excellent · 77 reviews · top 66% in Seattle
Sources
Behind the 9.2
Reviews read
77 on Google
Average stars
4.60 ★
Rank
#154 of 244 in Seattle
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Published rate$48 /nightFrom their website, 2026-09-08
Sources
Behind the $48
Source
Dawg Tired Play Days’s own website
Checked on
2026-09-08
Rate type
First dog, standard night
“Dog Boarding Rates Regular Boarding $48 per night $36 per additional dog Holiday Boarding $50 per night $38 per additional dog”
Open their price page ↗

Dawg Tired Play Days is a boarding facility in Tacoma, WA, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.2/10 (excellent) from 77 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars — #154 of 244 in Seattle. Its website lists boarding from $48 per night. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 7.

Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Outdoor access: yardPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.

Key facts

Services
BoardingDaycarePet sitting Confirmed on their own website
Type
Dedicated facility
Boarding rate
$48/night
Daycare rate
Not published
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in Seattle
#154 of 244
Google rating
★4.6 (77)
From downtown
28.6 mi
Holiday / peak
Holiday boarding $50 per night
Additional dog
$36 per night per additional dog
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

7/27

7 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 · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Their words
“Dogs must be up to date on Rabies, Bordetella, and DHPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza). A negative fecal exam is also required. Canine Influenza is recommended but not required.”dawgtiredplaydays.com/services/dog-daycare/
Fecal / parasite testNegative test required
Their words
“A negative fecal exam is also required.”dawgtiredplaydays.com/services/dog-daycare/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“However, every dog must pass a meet and greet evaluation before attending daycare.”dawgtiredplaydays.com/services/dog-daycare/
Operations4 of 21 published
Groups separated bySize and temperament
Their words
“We group our yards based on temperament and size to ensure everyone is safe and having a great time with their friends.”dawgtiredplaydays.com/services/dog-daycare/
Outdoor accessYard
Their words
“At Dawg Tired Play Days, your dog(s) spends most of their time outside in one of our secure play yards.”dawgtiredplaydays.com/services/dog-daycare/
Injury / fight policyPublished
Their words
“What happens if my dog gets injured? While we work hard to provide a safe environment, accidents can happen. If your dog is injured, we will assess the injury, notify you promptly, and provide basic first aid.”dawgtiredplaydays.com/services/dog-daycare/
Administers medicationYes, no charge
Their words
“Our staff can administer any medication your dog needs at no extra charge.”dawgtiredplaydays.com/services/dog-boarding/
Show 20 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot 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
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
HousingNot 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
Veterinary accessNot 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

9.2ExcellentDogs Away score
5 ★67
4 ★4
3 ★0
2 ★1
1 ★5
★ 4.60Google average
77reviews 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

friendly staff 8amazing owners 5daycare 3fenced off areas 2dog kennel 2dog safety 2play area 2playtime 2

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

Who they take & how they care

Updates during a stay
Occasional updates, plus dog photos on its Facebook pageStated on their website
Minimum age
Daycare puppies must be at least 12 weeks old with first core vaccinesStated on their website
Breed & size limits
Welcomes all breeds and sizesStated on their website
Unaltered dogs & females in heat
Accepts unaltered dogs; females in heat should stay home or are kept separateStated on their website

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
7 AM–6 PM
Sun
7 AM–6 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
18 mi
Weekday hours span
7 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

5219 72nd St E, Tacoma, WA 98443

28.6 miles from downtown Seattle · Get directions

Amenities & details

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Dawg Tired Play Days

What services does Dawg Tired Play Days offer?
Dawg Tired Play Days is listed as a kennel in Tacoma, WA, offering boarding, daycare.
How much does Dawg Tired Play Days charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $48 per night (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 Dawg Tired Play Days require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Dawg Tired Play Days?
Dawg Tired Play Days'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 Dawg Tired Play Days compare with other Seattle facilities?
It ranks #154 of 244 in the Seattle index by Dogs Away score (9.2/10, excellent), based on 77 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars.

Cite this record

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

Dawg Tired Play Days, Tacoma, WA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/seattle-wa/dawg-tired-play-days/

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