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Colby's Dogcare and Spa

200 K St NE unit 2, Washington, DC 20002

4.7
258 Google reviews
Cage-freeStaff overnightAccepts puppiesMedication adminGroomingTrainingClimate controlledOvernight potty breaks

Overview

Colby's Dogcare and Spa is an award-winning, family-owned pet resort in Washington, DC offering all-suite dog boarding, dog daycare, grooming, and training services. The facility features 24/7 staffing, four climate-controlled playrooms, private suites with raised beds, and customized activity packages. They accept dogs of all sizes from 3 months old, accommodate senior and special needs dogs, and require an assessment day for new pups.

Amenities & Policies

Cage-free
Webcam
Staff overnight
Outdoor yard
Pool / water play
Small dog area
Accepts puppies3+ months
Reactive breeds
Medication adminExtra fee
Grooming
Training
Climate controlled
Overnight potty breaks
Online booking
Spay/neuter required
Temperament test

Required vaccinations: Bordetella, Distemper (DHPP/DA2PP), Rabies, Leptospirosis (recommended), Canine Influenza (recommended)

Policies & Details

Hours & Billing

Drop-off hours:7am-7pm (early drop-off 6:30am)
Pick-up hours:7am-7pm (late pickup until 10pm)
Billing method:Per night

Cancellation & Deposits

Cancellation notice:3 days notice
Cancellation penalty:72 hours notice for full refund; holiday periods require 2 weeks notice

Care & Play

Group play
Daily updates โ€” Paid
Comfort items allowed
Feeding policy:Owner provides food

Requirements

Spay/neuter policy:Separate play for intact; females in heat not accepted

Safety & Emergency

Emergency vet protocol:Nearby clinic
Emergency vet cost:Owner

Extras

Senior dog accommodations
Owner operated

What Reviews Say

250 reviews analyzed

Colby's Dogcare and Spa receives overwhelmingly positive reviews with dogs clearly loving attendance and staff demonstrating genuine care for each pup. The facility is praised for cleanliness, organization, and thoughtful design with separate playrooms by dog size. While some concerns exist around pricing increases and isolated incidents (injuries, hygiene issues), the majority of customers are highly satisfied with the attentive staff, quality grooming, and excellent communication. The owner Michael is highly engaged and responsive, personally addressing reviews and concerns. Dogs pull excitedly toward the facility, and many customers have been returning for years, making this a standout dog care facility in the DC area.

Dog happiness
5.0
Staff
5.0
Facility
4.8
Cleanliness
4.5
Communication
4.5
Safety
4.0
Drop-off / pickup
4.0
Value
3.5

People love

Staff genuinely loves and cares for dogs(85)Dogs are happy and excited to attend(60)Clean, well-maintained facility(35)Excellent grooming services(30)Great with anxious/shy dogs(20)Good communication and updates(25)

Staff shoutouts

Michael(45 mentions)Andrew(25 mentions)Autumn(18 mentions)Katarina(15 mentions)Kegan(15 mentions)Ellie(14 mentions)Josh(12 mentions)Maurice(10 mentions)Julian(9 mentions)Kai(8 mentions)Marc(7 mentions)Jamaal/Jahmaal(5 mentions)

Worth noting

Dog injured during assessment - broke dew claw escaping kennel

โ€œOn my dog's assessment day, she broke her dew claw while escaping from a kennel and I had to take her to the vet the same dayโ€

Dog returned with hygiene issues - poop matted in fur, irritated bottom

โ€œHe returned with poop matted in his fur and an extremely irritated bottomโ€

Dog returned with cut on leg

โ€œMy dog was returned with a large cut on her legโ€

Dog got sick after visit

โ€œMy dog got sick when she went there and I never took her backโ€

Price increases(3 mentions)

โ€œThey have nearly doubled their prices in under a year. This is not inflation, it is greedโ€

Reporting/communication gaps during boarding

โ€œWe were told that we would receive a report...once we picked her up, we were told that the report would arrive later but it never didโ€

Late pickup fees

โ€œI was told that I'd be charged a $20 fee since it was after 7pmโ€

Scheduling inflexibility(2 mentions)

โ€œTheir scheduling process is not accommodating to those with changing schedulesโ€

Owner replies to 72% of reviewsAvg response: 1dprofessional tone95 repeat customers

Top Rated

4.7 stars from 258+ reviews

This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.7-star rating across 258 reviews.

At a Glance

Google rating
4.7/ 5
Review score
4.4/ 5
Amenities8 of 14
Reviews258
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.95

Min puppy age

3 months

Pricing

Boarding

$54.95โ€“$69.95/night

Daycare

$38.5/day

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