{"id":8,"date":"2018-12-11T21:16:58","date_gmt":"2018-12-11T21:16:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/?page_id=8"},"modified":"2026-07-14T13:17:39","modified_gmt":"2026-07-14T18:17:39","slug":"overview","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/","title":{"rendered":"Overview"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>FIND US IN MONTROSE ON W ALABAMA BETWEEN SHEPHERD AND DUNLAVY<\/h2>\n<p>Owner Amber Woods welcomes you and your furry family member to Dogtopia of Houston - W. Alabama Street! We proudly welcome pet parents from Montrose, River Oaks, Boulevard Oaks, Southampton, Midtown, and Downtown to our convenient location. We have plenty of on-site parking is out front, making for easy drop-offs and pick-ups.<\/p>\n<p>Nearby, you\u2019ll find an H-E-B grocery store, Trader Joe\u2019s, Target, Whole Foods, Texas Medical Center, Daikin Park, Museum District, Natural Science Museum, and more, making us a convenient stop before you run some errands, attend appointments, or enjoy what our city has to offer. Are you a student at the University of Houston or Rice University? We\u2019re on the way! Drop your pup off before a day of classes and by pick-up, they\u2019ll be well-rested and happily played out.<\/p>\n<p>Dogtopia of Houston - W. Alabama Street is proud to be part of an inclusive, diverse community within the LGBTQ+ enclave. Our community support and brand relationships include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/dogtopiafoundation.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dogtopia Foundation<\/a>, where we have sponsored two support dogs for veterans, an initiative we proudly honor<\/li>\n<li>A Yoga Six brand partnership further emphasizing Dogtopia\u2019s wellness focus<\/li>\n<li>Fostering for Twilight Tails Rescue and Waiting Under the Willow Foundation<\/li>\n<li>Donator to Evelyn\u2019s park conservancy<\/li>\n<li>In-Kind donations to St. Stephen\u2019s Episcopal School-Houston, Stages Houston &amp; Canines Uncorked<\/li>\n<li>Community partner of Houston Pets Alive &amp; Houston BARC<\/li>\n<li>Host of annual food drive for Houston Humane Society<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>A STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITY DESIGNED WITH DOGS IN MIND<\/h2>\n<p>Houston\u2019s weather can be unpredictable. Our daycare model, which includes four spacious indoor playrooms within our 6,500+ square-foot facility, separates dogs by size and play style, offering your pup a full day of play regardless of the heat, cold, or rain.<\/p>\n<p>And when the weather is nice, each playroom has direct access to our secure outdoor play yard, creating a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor play throughout the day. Our outdoor space is surfaced with durable, dog-friendly green turf that provides a comfortable place for pups to run, explore, and play.<\/p>\n<p>Some stand-out features in our indoor playrooms include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Rubberized, non-absorbent flooring that makes for easy sanitization and is gentle on dogs\u2019 paws and joints while they play.<\/li>\n<li>Floor-to-ceiling walls that separate each playroom, so pet parents don\u2019t have to worry about bigger dogs intimidating smaller pups during play.<\/li>\n<li>Advanced HVAC systems with a DOAS system that preconditions 95% of outside air every 11 minutes, allowing fresh, circulating air to move throughout our playrooms.<\/li>\n<li>Live HD\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/webcams\/\">webcams<\/a> in each playroom, so not only can we keep tabs on your furry family member, but you can also catch all the playtime fun no matter where you are.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Learn more about what your pup can expect in their day on our <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/dog-daycare\/\"><strong>daycare page<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>MORE THAN JUST PLAYTIME<\/h2>\n<p>At Dogtopia of Houston - W. Alabama Street, every day is designed to keep dogs active, engaged, mentally stimulated, and happy. Through supervised play, social interaction, enrichment activities, and structured routines, dogs receive the exercise and stimulation they need while having fun with their furry friends. Our team of Canine Coaches are also there to monitor and engage with pups so that playtime remains positive and safe.<\/p>\n<p>Whether your pup enjoys energetic group play or prefers a more relaxed pace, our team works to create an environment where they can feel comfortable being themselves.<\/p>\n<h2>A POSITIVE START FOR NEW DOGS AT OUR FACILITY<\/h2>\n<p>We believe that a successful dog daycare or overnight experience starts with a thoughtful introduction. That\u2019s why we offer a unique 3-Day Orientation Program, allowing new pups to experience daycare for three days at the price of one.<\/p>\n<p>This gradual introduction gives dogs the opportunity to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Build confidence<\/li>\n<li>Become familiar with our team<\/li>\n<li>Meet new, like-minded doggie friends<\/li>\n<li>Adjust comfortably to our open-play environment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>By taking the time to help dogs settle in, we can create a more positive experience before they begin ongoing daycare or boarding visits. <strong>New pet parents can enjoy this special offer: 3 days of daycare for the price of 1 at $44!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>DOG BOARDING &amp; DOG SPA TREATMENTS AT Dogtopia of Houston - W. Alabama Street<\/h2>\n<p>Overnight doggy boarding guests enjoy the benefits of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/dog-daycare\/\">daycare<\/a> during the day before settling in for a comfortable overnight stay, helping them maintain a familiar routine while you\u2019re away. <strong>Learn more about our dog boarding service <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/dog-boarding\/\"><strong>here<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>Dogs can also enjoy full-service dog spa treatments with a focus on bathing to help dogs look and feel their best. For pet parents seeking full-service grooming, including haircuts and breed-specific styling, our nearby <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-waugh-drive\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sister location on Waugh Drive<\/a> offers professional grooming services. <strong>Learn more about our dog spa services <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/dog-spa\/\"><strong>here<\/strong><\/a><strong>. <\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>LOCAL CHARACTER &amp; COMMUNITY PRIDE<\/h2>\n<p>Dogtopia of Houston - W. Alabama Street is proud to be part of the local community. Our facility features a custom hand-painted mural by local artist Jesse DeLeon showcasing four of our daycare dogs alongside recognizable neighborhood landmarks, including the historic Alabama Theatre and the iconic bridge spanning Highway 69. The mural reflects our connection to the community and helps make our location a welcoming space for both dogs and their families.<\/p>\n<h2>JOIN US TODAY<\/h2>\n<p>Whether your dog is visiting for daycare, boarding, or a spa treatment, we\u2019re committed to creating an experience that keeps tails wagging. We invite you to learn more about our services, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/new-pet-parent-info\/\">schedule an orientation<\/a>, and discover why so many Houston pet parents trust Dogtopia of Houston - W. Alabama Street with their furry family members.<\/p>\n<div class=\"captioned-slideshow-wrap\" data-uk-grid><div class=\"image-slideshow-column\"><div class=\"image-slideshow\" data-uk-slideshow=\"ratio: 3:2\"><ul class=\"uk-slideshow-items\"><li><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-prod.dogtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/372\/2024\/08\/overview-exterior-690x518.jpg\" alt=\"exterior of Dogtopia of Houston - W. Alabama Street\" data-uk-cover ><div class=\"slide-copy-holder\"><p>Welcome to Dogtopia of Houston - W. Alabama Street<\/p><\/div><\/li><li><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-prod.dogtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/372\/2026\/06\/overview-_Mural.jpg\" alt=\"hand-painted mural created by local artist Jesse DeLeon\" data-uk-cover ><div class=\"slide-copy-holder\"><p>Our building is home to a hand-painted mural created by local artist Jesse DeLeon<\/p><\/div><\/li><li><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-prod.dogtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/372\/2024\/08\/overview-lobby-690x518.jpg\" alt=\"Front lobby at Dogtopia of Houston - W. Alabama Street\" data-uk-cover ><div class=\"slide-copy-holder\"><p>We're ready to welcome you<\/p><\/div><\/li><li><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-prod.dogtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/372\/2024\/08\/overview-outdoors-690x920.jpg\" alt=\"Outdoor space at at Dogtopia of Houston - W. Alabama Street\" data-uk-cover ><div class=\"slide-copy-holder\"><p>We have two outdoor play areas available<\/p><\/div><\/li><li><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-prod.dogtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/372\/2026\/06\/overview-playroom.jpg\" alt=\"Dogtopia of Houston - W. Alabama Street indoor playroom\" data-uk-cover ><div class=\"slide-copy-holder\"><p>All our indoor playrooms come equipped with live HD cameras <\/p><\/div><\/li><li><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-prod.dogtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/372\/2024\/08\/overview-wall-690x518.jpg\" alt=\"event calendar at Dogtopia of Houston - W. Alabama Street\" data-uk-cover ><div class=\"slide-copy-holder\"><p>Our events calendar changes frequently<\/p><\/div><\/li><li><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-prod.dogtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/372\/2026\/06\/overview-Sabrina_Valentines.jpg\" alt=\"A brown dog dressed up for Valentine's Day\" data-uk-cover ><div class=\"slide-copy-holder\"><p>Sabrina joined in on our Valentine's Day celebrations<\/p><\/div><\/li><li><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-prod.dogtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/372\/2026\/06\/overview-Ramdayal_Easter.jpg\" alt=\"A white lab with the Easter Bunny\" data-uk-cover ><div class=\"slide-copy-holder\"><p>You never know who's going to make a special appearance at Dogtopia of Houston - W. Alabama Street!<\/p><\/div><\/li><li><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-prod.dogtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/372\/2026\/06\/overview-Baseball_MartyOlena.jpg\" alt=\"Two dogs at a baseball-themed photoshoot\" data-uk-cover ><div class=\"slide-copy-holder\"><p>Marty & Olena pose at our baseball-themed photoshoot<\/p><\/div><\/li><li><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-prod.dogtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/372\/2026\/06\/overview-Ralph_Rodeo.jpg\" alt=\"a golden lab wearing a cowboy hat and bandana\" data-uk-cover ><div class=\"slide-copy-holder\"><p>Ralph looks dashing at our rodeo event!<\/p><\/div><\/li><li><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-prod.dogtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/372\/2024\/08\/overview-pups-690x518.jpg\" alt=\"a black pug surrounded by two puppies\" data-uk-cover ><div class=\"slide-copy-holder\"><p>BFFFs (Best Furry Friends Forever)<\/p><\/div><\/li><li><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-prod.dogtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/217\/2018\/12\/Overview-Dogtopia_Welcome-690x502.jpg\" alt=\"Owner and a dog standing in the lobby at Dogtopia of Houston - W. Alabama Street.\" data-uk-cover ><div class=\"slide-copy-holder\"><p>Reception\/lobby<\/p><\/div><\/li><li><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-prod.dogtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/217\/2018\/12\/Overview-Dogtopia_Lobby-Welcome-Wall-690x489.jpg\" alt=\"Welcome wall with the logo at Dogtopia of Houston - W. Alabama Street.\" data-uk-cover ><div class=\"slide-copy-holder\"><p>Welcome wall<\/p><\/div><\/li><li><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-prod.dogtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/217\/2018\/12\/Overview-Dogtopia_Brag-Wall-Tour-Stop-690x484.jpg\" alt=\"Certificates and dog pictures hanging on the wall at Dogtopia of Houston - W. Alabama Street.\" data-uk-cover ><div class=\"slide-copy-holder\"><p>Brag wall<\/p><\/div><\/li><li><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-prod.dogtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/217\/2018\/12\/Overview_Pet-Parent-Drop-Off-690x495.jpg\" alt=\"Owner dropping-off a dog at Dogtopia of Houston - W. Alabama Street reception desk.\" data-uk-cover ><div class=\"slide-copy-holder\"><p>Pet parent drop off<\/p><\/div><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"slideshow-status-control-bar\"><div class=\"slideshow-current-slide-status\"><span class=\"js-text-content\">1\/15<\/span><\/div><div class=\"slide-controls-wrap\"><a href=\"#\" data-uk-slideshow-item=\"previous\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"far fa-angle-left\"><\/span><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Previous<\/span><\/a><a href=\"#\" data-uk-slideshow-item=\"next\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"far fa-angle-right\"><\/span><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Next<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"caption-column\"><div class=\"slideshow-caption-holder\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>FIND US IN MONTROSE ON W ALABAMA BETWEEN SHEPHERD AND DUNLAVY Owner Amber Woods welcomes you and your furry family member to Dogtopia of ! We proudly welcome pet parents from Montrose, River Oaks, Boulevard Oaks, Southampton, Midtown, and Downtown to our convenient location. We have plenty of on-site parking is out front, making for &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/>Continued<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":303,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"page-home.php","meta":{"footnotes":""},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v21.6 (Yoast SEO v22.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Overview - Houston - W. Alabama Street<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"We provide a supervised open play environment for your dog where they can socialize and learn in a state of the art facility. Sign up now.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Overview\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"We provide a supervised open play environment for your dog where they can socialize and learn in a state of the art facility. Sign up now.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Houston - W. Alabama Street\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2026-07-14T18:17:39+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/s3-prod.dogtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/372\/2024\/08\/overview-exterior-690x518.jpg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"4 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/\",\"name\":\"Overview - Houston - W. Alabama Street\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/#website\"},\"datePublished\":\"2018-12-11T21:16:58+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2026-07-14T18:17:39+00:00\",\"description\":\"We provide a supervised open play environment for your dog where they can socialize and learn in a state of the art facility. Sign up now.\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/#breadcrumb\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"Overview\"}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/\",\"name\":\"Houston - W. Alabama Street\",\"description\":\"New Location Template 2018\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/search\/{search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":\"required name=search_term_string\"}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"}]}<\/script>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO Premium plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"Overview - Houston - W. Alabama Street","description":"We provide a supervised open play environment for your dog where they can socialize and learn in a state of the art facility. Sign up now.","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"Overview","og_description":"We provide a supervised open play environment for your dog where they can socialize and learn in a state of the art facility. Sign up now.","og_url":"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/","og_site_name":"Houston - W. Alabama Street","article_modified_time":"2026-07-14T18:17:39+00:00","og_image":[{"url":"https:\/\/s3-prod.dogtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/372\/2024\/08\/overview-exterior-690x518.jpg"}],"twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_misc":{"Est. reading time":"4 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/","url":"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/","name":"Overview - Houston - W. Alabama Street","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/#website"},"datePublished":"2018-12-11T21:16:58+00:00","dateModified":"2026-07-14T18:17:39+00:00","description":"We provide a supervised open play environment for your dog where they can socialize and learn in a state of the art facility. Sign up now.","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/"]}]},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Overview"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/#website","url":"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/","name":"Houston - W. Alabama Street","description":"New Location Template 2018","potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/search\/{search_term_string}"},"query-input":"required name=search_term_string"}],"inLanguage":"en-US"}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/8"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/303"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8"}],"version-history":[{"count":8,"href":"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/8\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1850,"href":"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/8\/revisions\/1850"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/houston-west-alabama-street\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}