Five Pups Dog Daycare & Boarding
5440 Bicknell Rd, Indian Head, MD 20640
Overview
Five Pups Dog Daycare & Boarding is a highly-rated (4.9 stars) facility in Indian Head, MD offering both daycare and boarding services. They emphasize cage-free, socialized group play with activities and homemade treats, require a temperament evaluation and specific vaccinations (including canine influenza), and provide pickup/drop-off services. Pricing ranges from $55/day for daycare to $60-70/night for boarding, with packages available.
Amenities & Policies
Required vaccinations: Distemper/Parvo Combination, Rabies, Bordetella, Canine Influenza, Clean Fecal Examination
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What Reviews Say
66 reviews analyzedFive Pups Dog Daycare & Boarding receives overwhelmingly positive reviews (64 of 66 are 5-star), with customers praising owners Arthur and Michael as caring, professional dog lovers who provide excellent communication, convenient pickup/dropoff service, and large outdoor facilities. The training program is highly valued, with many dogs showing significant behavioral improvements. One isolated incident in 2021 describes a dog returning injured from an undersized crate, representing the only serious safety complaint. The facility is described as a "country club" for dogs with many clients referring to it as their dog's "second home" and expressing lifelong loyalty.
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Worth noting
Dog returned with serious injuries (skinned tail, limping, raw spots on legs) due to being kept in crate too small
“My dog came back with a skinned tail, limping and raw spots all over his legs. Five pups admitted to keeping in a create that was far too small for him for extended periods of time.”
Potential customer complained about tour policy being refused
“After the initial intake interview I asked to tour the facility prior to having my dog picked up for daycare (just to see where my fur baby would be going) and was rudely cut off with, "No. That's a hard no."”
Tour policy/transparency concerns(2 mentions)
“I was not sure how many people were watching the dogs. Would call for appointment and tour.”
Distance from facility
“It was a little too far away for me.”
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Top Rated
4.9 stars from 67+ reviews
This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.9-star rating across 67 reviews.
At a Glance
Min puppy age
6 months
Pricing
Boarding
$60–$70/night
Daycare
$55–$900/day
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