The Dog Stop - Clearwater
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.6 /10Exceptional · 173 reviews · top 22% in Tampa
Sources
Behind the 9.6
- Reviews read
- 173 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.80 ★
- Rank
- #36 of 184 in Tampa
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published8 of 27From their website, 2026-09-08
The Dog Stop - Clearwater is a dog daycare in Clearwater, FL, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.6/10 (exceptional) from 173 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #36 of 184 in Tampa. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 8.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
All-day open playPlay model, per the facility.
Outdoor access: indoor outdoorPer the facility’s website.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareBoardingGrooming
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Tampa
- #36 of 184
- Google rating
- ★4.8 (173)
- From downtown
- 16.8 mi
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
8/27
8 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
“Before dog boarding and/or daycare, you must provide proof that the following vaccinations are current: Bordetella, Parvovirus & Distemper, and Rabies.”thedogstop.com/locations/florida/clearwater/
Spay / neuterRequired for group play only from 7 months
Their words
“Dogs over 7 months must be spayed or neutered in order to participate in daycare, however they may still be boarded.”thedogstop.com/services/boarding/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Prior to overnight boarding and/or dog daycare services, you must provide proof of the following vaccinations from your vet”thedogstop.com/services/boarding/
Operations5 of 21 published
Play modelAll-day open play
Their words
“With all-day play, individualized care, and spacious private suites, boarding with us gives pups that home away from home feeling!”thedogstop.com/services/
Solo care for dogs who skip group playRequired for some dogs
Their words
“your dog isn t an appropriate fit for daycare, they will be separated from other canine guests for the remainder of their stay with regular one-on-one staff time, potty breaks and play sessions.”thedogstop.com/locations/florida/clearwater/
HousingSuite
Their words
“With all-day play, individualized care, and spacious private suites, boarding with us gives pups that home away from home feeling!”thedogstop.com/services/
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor
Their words
“Our indoor and outdoor facility caters to every dog’s wish.”thedogstop.com/locations/florida/clearwater/
Administers medicationCase by case
Their words
“Do you administer medications? Yes. We administer medications (pills, ointments, etc.) on a case-by-case basis.”thedogstop.com/locations/florida/clearwater/
Show 19 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot 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
Time out of their roomNot 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
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
camera access 5webcams 5dog evaluation 4dog cam 4nervous dogs 3exhausted dog 2dog playtime 2customized plans 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
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
- 10 AM–4 PM
- Sun
- 10 AM–4 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
- 11.9 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
24099 US Hwy 19 N, Clearwater, FL 33763
16.8 miles from downtown Tampa · Get directions
Amenities & details
Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seatingLGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safespaceOn-site parking
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about The Dog Stop - Clearwater
What services does The Dog Stop - Clearwater offer?
The Dog Stop - Clearwater is listed as a dog day care center in Clearwater, FL, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does The Dog Stop - Clearwater charge?
We did not find a published rate on The Dog Stop - Clearwater's website when we checked it (2026-09-08); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Tampa median published boarding rate is $45/night across 62 facilities.
What vaccines does The Dog Stop - Clearwater require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at The Dog Stop - Clearwater?
The Dog Stop - Clearwater'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 The Dog Stop - 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 173 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
The Dog Stop - Clearwater, Clearwater, FL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/tampa-fl/the-dog-stop-clearwater/Similar places near Clearwater
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