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Dog-Ma

816 L St SE, Washington, DC 20003

4.7
154 Google reviews
Staff overnightOutdoor yardPool / water playAccepts puppiesMedication adminGroomingOvernight potty breaks

Overview

Dog-Ma is Washington's only outdoor-indoor dog daycare and boarding facility, featuring half a city block of outdoor yards, four play areas divided by personality, and a state-of-the-art indoor facility with 24-7 staff. The facility offers daycare ($47/day), boarding ($65/night), grooming, and dog walking services, with a 20:1 dog-to-staff ratio and a mandatory trial day for all new dogs.

Amenities & Policies

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

Dog-to-staff ratio: 20:1

Required vaccinations: Rabies, DHLPP, Canine Influenza, Bordetella

Policies & Details

Hours & Billing

Drop-off hours:7am
Checkout time:11am
Billing method:Per night

Cancellation & Deposits

Holiday surcharge โ€” $72/day

Care & Play

Group play
Comfort items allowed
Feeding policy:Owner provides food

Requirements

Spay/neuter policy:Required at 9 months
Temperament test fee:$47

Safety & Emergency

Emergency vet cost:Owner

Extras

Multi-dog discount โ€” 10% off
Senior dog accommodations

What Reviews Say

154 reviews analyzed

Dog-Ma is overwhelmingly beloved by customers with 92% of reviews being 5-star ratings. The facility stands out for its unique outdoor space (rare in DC), exceptionally friendly staff who know dogs by name, and the obvious happiness of dogs who eagerly anticipate visits. While there are a few concerning negative reviews about overbooking, communication failures, and a minor injury, these appear to be rare exceptions. The owner is highly responsive to reviews, maintaining a professional tone. The primary complaints are about pickup/dropoff logistics and occasional pricing concerns, but the overall sentiment is extremely positive with many customers driving long distances and using the facility for years.

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

People love

Staff knows dogs by name and provides personalized care(45)Dogs love it - excited to arrive, happy/tired when leaving(40)Outdoor facility with pools and space(25)Trust and safety(20)Staff friendliness and caring attitude(35)Long-term/loyal customers (years of service)(15)Great for anxious/reactive dogs(5)

Staff shoutouts

Beth(2 mentions)JametiaTammyHendryxBaylee

Worth noting

Overbooking/capacity concerns - dogs crated for extended periods

โ€œTHEY TAKE SOOO MUCH DOGS THIS PLACE IS OVERBOOK!! THEY LET THEM PLAY IN A PLAYGROUND THEN THEY PUT THEM IN A CRATE... MY DOG WAS THERE FOR 2-3 HOURS... YOU CAN NEVER SEE INSIDE HOW THE PLACE IS STAFF DONT LET U STEP INSIDE.โ€

Communication failure on scheduled drop-off

โ€œThey assured us we could drop off our dog at a certain time on the weekend. We showed up on time to drop off the dog. The gate was locked, and no one answered the phone.โ€

Early closure without notification

โ€œWe arrived at 5:40pm we found that they had already locked up for the evening without any notifications or a call to let us know.โ€

Potential injury to dog without notification

โ€œThey clipped our boys paw with a grinder and didn't tell us about it. We only found out because he was acting scared and found the scrape on his paw.โ€

Odor issues (dog urine smell)

โ€œI was greeted with the stench of dog urine. It was a 90ยฐ plus that day and the smell was overwhelming.โ€

Pickup/dropoff logistics and access(3 mentions)

โ€œPickup/dropoff is a huge pain in the butt. They need a better system and better access/parking.โ€

Value/pricing concerns(2 mentions)

โ€œDog-Ma closes at 7pm on week nights (I wish they were open until 8pm) and I also wish they had discounted packages.โ€

Personalized attention during high volume

โ€œIt feels like the sheer volume of clients sometimes makes it difficult to offer a personal experience, like occasional proof of life pics during overnight boarding.โ€

Owner replies to 100% of reviewsAvg response: 1dprofessional tone52 repeat customers

Top Rated

4.7 stars from 154+ reviews

This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.7-star rating across 154 reviews.

At a Glance

Google rating
4.7/ 5
Review score
4.4/ 5
Amenities7 of 14
Reviews154
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.52

Dog-to-staff ratio

20:1

Pricing

Boarding

$65โ€“$72/night

Daycare

$47/day

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