Houston Dog Boarding Near the Galleria
Heading out of town? Planning renovations or events where a dog underfoot would be a problem? Whatever your reason for needing overnight dog boarding, turn to Dogtopia of Houston-Galleria. We provide a safe, supervised place to care for your pup when you cannot. Your dog will spend their days in supervised open play with their furry friends. At night, they will enjoy restful sleep. Our highly trained team of dog lovers will treat your furry family member to their own vacation.
What Is Dog Boarding at Dogtopia?
Dog boarding is overnight care for your dog while you are away. It covers a single night, a weekend, or an extended trip. At many boarding facilities, dogs spend most of the day in a kennel or run. At Dogtopia, we build boarding around daycare. Every boarding dog spends the day in a supervised, open-play environment. At night, they sleep in the same familiar playroom, so there is no separate kennel area to adjust to.
More Than Just Dog Boarding
Your dog does not have to sit home alone with only a few moments of exercise per day just because you are away. Our boarding program includes daycare. Your dog will spend the day in safe, supervised playrooms, having fun and socializing with other dogs. After hours of off-leash play, they settle down for the night in home-style crates. Those crates sit in the same familiar playroom they spent the day in. We also have large suites available for a more private option.
Each day includes a scheduled midday rest period. Our team serves meals from the food you provide, following your feeding instructions. If your dog takes medication, our team can administer it during the stay when you provide it with clear dosing instructions.
To make your dog’s stay more comfortable, we recommend bringing a bed, blanket, or other items that smell like home. We do not accept toys from home, since dogs share open playrooms and some become possessive of their own toys. We also maintain your dog’s regular feeding schedule. Please bring your dog’s usual food and let us know their typical meal times and portions.
Standard Boarding or Suite Boarding
Dogtopia of Houston-Galleria offers two overnight options. Standard boarding places your dog in a home-style crate within their daytime playroom, close to their Best Furry Friends Forever. Suite boarding provides a private suite for dogs that prefer more space and quiet overnight. Both options include a full day of open play. Dogs enrolled in a weekly daycare plan receive a lower nightly rate on either option.
The Difference at Our Houston Dog Boarding Facility
Many dog boarding centers leave their furry guests in crates or cages for most of the day. There, your dog is lucky if they get much time to play. At our Houston dog boarding facility, we understand the importance of socialization for dogs. Dogs are social animals, and they need to play and exercise. That is why we offer indoor and outdoor play areas.
At our boarding, we offer plenty of amenities for you and your dog:
- Spa services: Add a bath, haircut, nail trim, or other spa treatment before pick-up so your pup comes home clean.
- Webcam access: Check in on your dog during play hours from your phone or computer.
- Supervised safety: Trained Canine Coaches supervise every playroom and group dogs by size and temperament.
Our highly trained team makes every effort to ensure that your dog absolutely loves their stay. We strive to keep them comfortable and happy throughout their stay. When your dog has their own bedding and food they love, we encourage you to bring it.
A State-of-the-Art Facility
Our facility features 5,000 square feet of indoor space and 1,500 square feet of outdoor play area. During the day, we separate our dogs into different playrooms based on their size and temperament. Each playroom features rubberized flooring that is gentle on dogs’ paws and joints and a medical-grade HVAC system that constantly refreshes the air. HD webcams let you check on your pup throughout the day. Our team deep-cleans every playroom twice a day with pet-friendly, enzyme-based products.
Is Boarding Stressful for Dogs?
Dogs notice a change in routine, but most settle in quickly when they already know the environment. That is why we recommend that new boarding dogs complete a few days of daycare before their first overnight stay. A dog that already knows our team, playrooms, and daily schedule treats boarding as an extension of daycare.
Some dogs may seem extra tired or quiet for a day after coming home. That is normal after several days of active play and socialization. If you have questions about how your dog will adjust, our team can discuss familiarization visits before you book.
Before Your Dog’s First Boarding Stay
Every new dog completes a Meet & Greet evaluation before joining daycare or boarding. During this 20-to-30-minute visit, our team reviews your dog’s health history and completes a wellness check. We also observe how your pup responds to staff, crate time, and other dogs.
Dogtopia highly recommends three days of daycare before a dog’s first overnight stay. This gives your pup time to become comfortable with our team and make their new furry friends ahead of time.
Short-Term and Long-Term Stays
Whether you need a single night or several weeks, every stay follows the same daily routine of supervised play, rest, meals, and sleep.
Peak periods such as Thanksgiving, Christmas, spring break, and summer fill quickly. Visit our holiday boarding page for booking guidance during busy travel seasons.
For work assignments, relocations, and trips of two weeks or more, see our long-term boarding page.
Add a Spa Service
Dogtopia of Houston-Galleria features a fully equipped dog spa. During your dog’s boarding stay, book a bath, haircut, nail trim, teeth brushing, or ear cleaning. At pick-up, your pup will be happy, tired out from days of play, and looking like a million bones.
How Much Does Dog Boarding Cost in Houston?
Dog boarding in Houston charges by the night. Rates depend on the type of accommodation and whether your dog is on a daycare plan. At Dogtopia of Houston-Galleria, every night of boarding includes a full day of daycare. You do not pay separately for play and overnight care. Dogs on a weekly daycare plan receive a lower nightly rate. Families not on a plan receive 50% off boarding for each additional dog.
Visit our pricing page for current standard and suite boarding rates.
Book Your Dog’s Boarding Stay
Our friendly and knowledgeable team will help you choose the boarding option that suits you and your dog. Overnight space is limited, so we recommend booking in advance.
We can often accommodate enrolled dogs on short notice, subject to availability. New dogs must complete a Meet & Greet before their first stay, so we cannot offer last-minute boarding to first-time guests.
Check-in time for boarding appointments is any time after 12:00 p.m. on the first day of the stay. Pick-up time is any time prior to 12:00 p.m. on the day of pick-up. Pick-ups after 12:00 p.m. incur an additional daycare charge.
Vaccination Requirements
All canine guests must be up-to-date on their Rabies, DHPP, and Bordetella vaccinations to attend daycare or board with us. Dogs must be at least 12 weeks old. We require spay or neuter for dogs seven months and older. If you are not sure that your dog is up-to-date, consult your vet. We will ask for documentation of vaccination dates at your first visit. Our New Pet Parent Information page lists the complete requirements.
Book your first visit or call (346) 209-2720 to reserve your dog’s boarding stay.
