Dog Star Ranch
4200 Whitehall Rd, Muskegon, MI 49445
Overview
Dog Star Ranch is a 48-acre dog boarding and daycare facility in Muskegon, MI offering three boarding room types (Cabin $57, Loft $78, Bungalow $99/night), standard daycare ($42) and premium enrichment daycare ($62), full-service grooming, and 40 acres of off-leash dog parks with membership options. They require a First Day Evaluation and temperament test, administer medication, and offer specialized packages for puppies, seniors, and dogs needing extra care.
Amenities & Policies
Required vaccinations: Rabies, DHLPP
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What Reviews Say
238 reviews analyzedDog Star Ranch is highly regarded for its expansive 48-acre facility featuring nature trails and swimming ponds, which consistently results in 'tired and happy' dogs. While the majority of clients praise the attentive staff and grooming services, there are significant polarized views regarding the owner's strict adherence to pricing policies and limited operating hours. A few high-severity red flags regarding pet safety and health communication exist, though they are statistically rare compared to the high volume of long-term repeat customers.
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Worth noting
Severe dental injury/Neglect
“He had been doing so much chewing on the galvanized fencing... that two of his lower teeth were cracked and had to be removed.”
Lost dog incident
“They lost my sister's dog and the poor thing is still missing.”
Disease outbreak management
“One of our dogs contracted kennel cough... instead of contacting us they took it upon themselves to 'treat' it with yogurt and honey.”
Strict/Expensive Pricing Policies(6 mentions)
“Expect a very policy driven experience and no flexibility if it means a financial hit for Dog Star Ranch.”
Inconvenient Pick-up/Drop-off Hours(5 mentions)
“The one complaint I have of the Ranch is the drop off/pick-up hours... they don't do pick up on Sunday, so there is an extra charge.”
Lack of Photos(2 mentions)
“there are never any pictures of our dogs on their Facebook page like all the other dogs.”
Top Rated
4.6 stars from 239+ reviews
This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.6-star rating across 239 reviews.
At a Glance
Pricing
Boarding
$57–$99/night
Daycare
$42–$62/day
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