Bay Paws Pet Resort - Clearwater
BoardingCat boardingDaycare
Dogs Away score9.6 /10Exceptional · 692 reviews · top 22% in Tampa
Sources
Behind the 9.6
- Reviews read
- 692 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.80 ★
- Rank
- #36 of 184 in Tampa
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$45 /nightFrom their website, 2026-09-08
$25middle $45$60
About the Tampa middle price
Sources
Behind the $45
- Source
- Bay Paws Pet Resort - Clearwater’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-09-08
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“This suite also features a tv to help keep your furry friend entertained and relaxed. $125/night (1 dog); $185/night (2 dogs) … The Executive Suite is a standard 4x6, private suite featuring an elevated Kuranda bed with bedding. … $60/night (1 dog); $108/night (2 dogs) Junior Suite The Junior Suite is a private 4x4 suite perfect for dogs under 25 lbs, featuring a cozy bed and blanket. $45/night (1 dog); $81/night (2 dogs) … Group Play Daily Rates Full Day: $37”Open their price page ↗
Bay Paws Pet Resort - Clearwater is a pet boarding in Clearwater, FL, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.6/10 (exceptional) from 692 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #36 of 184 in Tampa. Its website lists boarding from $45–$125 per night and daycare from $37 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 12.
No overnight staffStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: 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
Bay Paws Pet Resorts is a premier destination for pet parents seeking comfort, care, and a little extra luxury. Bay Paws proudly serves the Tampa Bay community with four convenient locations. Welcoming dogs, cats, and pocket pets, Bay Paws offers plush accommodations, expansive indoor and outdoor play areas, and attentive care from a highly trained, friendly, and passionate team. Whether visiting for daycare, overnight boarding, or professional grooming, every guest enjoys a safe, enriching, and
From the business’s public profile.
Key facts
- Services
- BoardingCat boardingDaycareTraining Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $45–$125/night
- Daycare rate
- $37/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Booking & cameras
- Online booking & owner portal via MoeGoFound on their website, 2026-10-08
- Rank in Tampa
- #36 of 184
- Google rating
- ★4.8 (692)
- From downtown
- 15.1 mi
- Additional dog
- Two-dog suite rates published per tier, e.g. Executive Suite $108/night (2 dogs) vs $60/night (1 dog); Junior Suite $81/night (2 dogs)
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
12/27
12 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
“Our 3 required vaccines for dogs are Bordetella, Distemper Parvo, and Rabies. While we used to require Canine Influenza and due to current regional trends of dormancy* as of 3/13/2026 it is not required. However, we strongly recommend the Canine Influenza Virus vaccination for dogs who travel frequently”baypaws.com/policies-faqs
Temperament evaluationRequired for some dogs
Their words
“All group play daycare candidates must undergo an evaluation. This evaluation is 4 hours long, and our staff carefully introduces them to the group and observes their behavior.”baypaws.com/policies-faqs
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Vaccination Requirements: Proof of current vaccinations are required on veterinary letterhead.”baypaws.com/policies-faqs
Operations9 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightNo — nobody is on site overnight
Their words
“General Hours & Security: Staff is at our facility from 6:00 am - 10:00 pm every day. Bay Paws Pet Resort is protected by a security alarm and a fire alarm that will respond as necessary to an emergency.”baypaws.com/policies-faqs
Play modelOpen play with enforced rest
Their words
“Dogs will be placed in private suites before and after daycare hours, as well as for lunch.”baypaws.com/policies-faqs
Time out of their room5-6 potty breaks daily
Their words
“Dogs in boarding receive an elevated Kuranda bed with blankets, 5-6 potty breaks (higher than the industry standard of 3-4) and individualized care.”baypaws.com/clearwater
Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered (paid)
Their words
“$15 One-on-One Play Time One-on-One playtime consists of individual fun time with one of our staff members”baypaws.com/clearwater
HousingSuite
Their words
“The Luxury Suites are a large 7x8, private suite featuring an elevated Kuranda bed and bedding per dog. $80/night (1 dog); $144/night (2 dogs) Executive Suite The Executive Suite is a standard 4x6, private suite”baypaws.com/clearwater
Live cameras for ownersYes
Their words
“24/7 access to the camera in their dog s boarding suite.”baypaws.com/clearwater
ToursWalk-in tours welcome
Their words
“Please join us for any of our upcoming events or stop by for a tour at any of our locations during lobby hours.”baypaws.com/
Administers medicationCase by case, may carry a fee
Their words
“Bay Paws can administer medication such as pills at no additional rate, if your pet takes the pill in a pill pocket or food. ... administer injections (such as insulin) or topical medications, then there is an additional fee of $5 per administration.”baypaws.com/policies-faqs
FeedingOwner's food encouraged
Their words
“Food: Bay Paws Pet Resort highly suggests that you provide your pet’s food to avoid any stomach issues during their stay.”baypaws.com/policies-faqs
Show 15 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-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
Climate controlNot published on their website
Photo / report-card updatesNot 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
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
daycare 112grooming 70webcams 33clean facility 32camera access 24clean space 20trimming 8nail trim 6
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Checkout time
- Boarding check-out runs until noon; late check-outs must be prescheduledStated on their website
- Late pick-up
- $20 boarding extension fee for late check-out (waived with daycare)Stated on their website
- Cancellation
- Cancelling within 3 days of check-in costs $20 per petStated on their website
- If a dog is sick
- May turn away pets that show signs of contagious health conditionsStated on their website
- Collars
- Dogs do not wear collars in daycareStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Minimum age
- Daycare: all dogs must be at least 16 weeks of ageStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Fri
- 6:30 AM–7 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
- TPA · Tampa International
- 11.4 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 6:30 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
13662 Automobile Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33762
15.1 miles from downtown Tampa · Get directions
Amenities & details
Identifies as women-ownedOnsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotGender-neutral restroomLGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safespaceFree parking lotOn-site parking
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Bay Paws Pet Resort - Clearwater
What services does Bay Paws Pet Resort - Clearwater offer?
Bay Paws Pet Resort - Clearwater is listed as a pet boarding service in Clearwater, FL, offering boarding, cat boarding, daycare.
How much does Bay Paws Pet Resort - Clearwater charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $45–$125 per night and daycare at $37 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-09-08). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Tampa median published boarding rate is $45/night.
What vaccines does Bay Paws Pet Resort - Clearwater require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Bay Paws Pet Resort - Clearwater?
No — nobody is on site overnight, according to the facility's own website.
How does Bay Paws Pet Resort - Clearwater compare with other Tampa facilities?
It ranks #36 of 184 in the Tampa index by Dogs Away score (9.6/10, exceptional), based on 692 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Bay Paws Pet Resort - Clearwater, Clearwater, FL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/tampa-fl/bay-paws-pet-resort-clearwater/Similar places near Clearwater
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