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Dogtopia of Thunderbolt

dogtopia

2391 Downing St, Savannah, GA 31404

4.8
171 Google reviews
Live webcamSmall dog areaAccepts puppiesMedication adminGroomingClimate controlledOvernight potty breaksOnline booking

Overview

Dogtopia of Thunderbolt is a Top Dog certified dog daycare and boarding facility in Savannah, GA offering open-play daycare, overnight boarding, and spa services. The facility features climate-controlled playrooms with live webcams, requires all dogs to pass a temperament evaluation and meet vaccination requirements (Rabies, DHPP, Bordetella), and enforces spay/neuter for dogs over 7 months. Dogs are separated by size and temperament, and the facility has certified Canine Coaches trained in canine behavior.

Amenities & Policies

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

Required vaccinations: Rabies, DHPP, DHLPP, Bordetella

Policies & Details

Care & Play

Group play
Daily updates โ€” Free

Requirements

Spay/neuter policy:Required at 7 months

Safety & Emergency

Emergency vet protocol:On call
Emergency vet cost:Owner

What Reviews Say

171 reviews analyzed

Dogtopia of Thunderbolt enjoys overwhelmingly positive reviews (87% 5-star) with exceptional marks for staff friendliness, cleanliness, and dog happiness. The facility is praised for its thorough temperament evaluation process, live webcams, and owner Kelly's hands-on approach. However, a handful of negative reviews (8%) highlight concerns about policy communication (spay/neuter requirements), isolated safety incidents including a dog bite requiring surgery, and occasional billing errors. The owner responds professionally to all reviews, including critical ones, though some reviewers felt responses were defensive. The majority of customers are repeat visitors who highly recommend the facility.

Dog happiness
4.9
Staff
4.9
Cleanliness
4.8
Facility
4.7
Drop-off / pickup
4.5
Value
4.2
Safety
4.0
Communication
3.8

People love

Staff kindness and genuine love for dogs(45)Facility cleanliness(28)Webcam/streaming video for pet parents(25)Dog happiness - dogs excited to go, tired when returned(35)Owner Kelly's hands-on approach and responsiveness(18)Professional evaluation/temperament process(12)

Staff shoutouts

Kelly(35 mentions)Brooke(2 mentions)Jenny(2 mentions)LisaArial

Worth noting

Dog bitten requiring veterinary surgery (abscess)

โ€œHe was badly bitten on his behind which we were not told. It must have bled. The vet showed us it was definitely a bite and now is an abscess needing antibiotics and surgery.โ€

Employee dragging dog across floor

โ€œI saw an employee drag my dog across the floor into a crate.โ€

Kennel cough outbreak linked to facility

โ€œOur dog got kennel cough. He is not around any other dogs. The vet told us there were many cases out of that facility.โ€

Dogs left in crates for extended periods/not integrated into play

โ€œThey got punished by being put in cages... Nap time is 2 full hours, don't think dogs really need to nap for 2 hours, so it turns out we pay them mainly to keep our dogs in cages instead of interacting with them.โ€

Policy communication - spay/neuter requirements not clearly explained upfront

โ€œThis is important information that should be explicitly told to new potential customers who have young dogs. I've wasted months waiting to get in to this daycare for my dog.โ€

Reservation/billing errors - double charges, lost reservations

โ€œThey double charged us more than one occasion and only was corrected once we pointed it out and had to show receipts showing where we were charged over $900 twice.โ€

Staff attitude/rudeness at front desk(2 mentions)

โ€œWhen I would come drop them off, I was met with an attitude saying that their reservation was not made.โ€

Camera access issues - app not working, dogs in blind spots

โ€œThey have only been there three times and we have never seen them on camera playing in the room with other dogs... when the cameras are actually able to be viewed from the app.โ€

Owner replies to 100% of reviewsprofessional tone62 repeat customers

At a Glance

Google rating
4.8/ 5
Review score
4.5/ 5
Amenities8 of 14
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.62

Min puppy age

3 months

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