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Carolyn's K9 Retreat

Name: Carolyn's K9 Retreat
Address: 1118 Delphi Rd SW, Olympia, WA 98512, Olympia, WA, 98512, US
Telephone: +1 360-970-6628
Rating: 4.7

1118 Delphi Rd SW, Olympia, WA 98512

4.7

67 Google reviews

Cage-freeStaff overnightOutdoor yardSmall dog areaAccepts puppiesMedication adminGroomingTrainingOvernight potty breaks

Overview

Carolyn's K9 Retreat is a family-owned, kennel-free dog boarding and daycare facility in Olympia, WA spanning 3 acres with 5,700 sq ft of outdoor play space. They offer a unique Grade System (Preschool through Grad School) that determines pricing and care levels based on each dog's behavior and training needs, with 24/7 on-site staff and services including daycare, boarding, grooming, and their Study Hall training program.

Amenities & Policies

Cage-free

Webcam

Staff overnight

Outdoor yardturf

Pool / water play

Small dog area

Accepts puppies

Reactive breeds

Medication adminExtra fee

Grooming

Training

Climate controlled

Overnight potty breaks

Online booking

Spay/neuter required

Temperament test

Required vaccinations: DHPP, Bordetella, Rabies

Policies & Details

Hours & Billing

Drop-off hours:6am-8:30am

Checkout time:11am

Late pick-up fee:$20/30 minutes

Billing method:Per night

Cancellation & Deposits

Holiday surcharge — $3/day

Care & Play

Group play

Daily updates — Free

Comfort items allowed

Feeding policy:Owner provides food or house food available ($5/cup)

Requirements

Spay/neuter policy:Males neutered by 12 months, females spayed before first heat cycle

Safety & Emergency

Emergency vet protocol:Nearby clinic

Emergency vet cost:Owner

Extras

Senior dog accommodations

Owner operated

What Reviews Say

67 reviews analyzed

Carolyn's K9 Retreat is highly regarded for its 'Study Hall' training program and its cage-free, home-like environment where dogs lounge on furniture. Customers frequently praise the lead trainer, Elle, for her success with reactive and anxious dogs, as well as the consistent photo updates provided via Facebook. While there are isolated concerns regarding supervision and strict boarding requirements for out-of-town guests, the vast majority of owners report their dogs are excited to arrive and exhausted upon return.

Cleanliness

5.0

Dog happiness

4.9

Staff

4.8

Drop-off / pickup

4.8

Communication

4.7

Facility

4.6

Value

4.2

Safety

4.0

People love

No-kennel environment(8)Study Hall / Training Success(7)Photo/Social Media Updates(12)

Staff shoutouts

Elle(8 mentions)Carolyn(6 mentions)EliBryson

Worth noting

Alleged lack of supervision in outdoor yards

“9/10 I've stopped by this place, the dogs have been unsupervised in yard for hours even in pouring rain.”

Traumatized dog following stay

“My Border Collie actually came home after 5 days traumatized and with tears in her eyes.”

Mandatory trial days/fees for out-of-towners(2 mentions)

“They inform me the dog needs to have a meet and greet PLUS at 'least a half a day stay'. HOW CONVENIENT, they must be starving for business.”

Pricing(3 mentions)

“The prices are a bit high for daycare, but it's worth it for us.”

Top Rated

4.7 stars from 67+ reviews

This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.7-star rating across 67 reviews.

At a Glance

Google rating

4.7/ 5

Review score

4.6/ 5

Amenities9 of 14

Reviews67

Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.14

Pricing

Boarding

$59–$79/night

Daycare

$37–$50/day

Contact

Visit Website +1 360-970-6628 1118 Delphi Rd SW, Olympia, WA 98512

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