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Happy Hound Dog Resorts

4603 Shirley Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32210

4.7
583 Google reviews
Cage-freeLive webcamSmall dog areaAccepts puppiesMedication adminClimate controlledOnline booking

Overview

Happy Hound Dog Resorts is a woman-owned, veteran-owned, locally-owned dog boarding and daycare facility in Jacksonville, FL with two locations (Shirley Ave and Beach Blvd). They offer cage-free daycare with a 5,000 sq ft indoor air-conditioned play area with separate spaces for small and large dogs, as well as boarding with VIP and Kennel suite options. The facility features live webcams, allows owners to bring comfort items and their own food, and accommodates senior dogs and dogs with special needs.

Amenities & Policies

Cage-free
WebcamLive stream
Staff overnight
Outdoor yard
Pool / water play
Small dog area
Accepts puppies4+ months
Reactive breeds
Medication admin
Grooming
Training
Climate controlled
Overnight potty breaks
Online booking
Spay/neuter required
Temperament test

Required vaccinations: DHLPP, Rabies, Bordetella

Policies & Details

Hours & Billing

Billing method:Per night

Cancellation & Deposits

Cancellation notice:3 days notice
Cancellation penalty:Unpaid balances result in pets remaining in our care until full payment is made

Care & Play

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

Safety & Emergency

Emergency vet protocol:Nearby clinic

Extras

Senior dog accommodations
Owner operated

What Reviews Say

548 reviews analyzed

Happy Hound Dog Resorts enjoys overwhelmingly positive reviews (92% are 5-star) with customers praising the caring staff, convenient webcams, and dogs who love attending. However, a small but notable set of negative reviews (about 8%) describe serious concerns including dog fights, dogs being neglected in kennels, injuries, and hygiene issues at pickup. The owner responds to every review but often defensively, sometimes with sarcasm, and frequently challenges the legitimacy of negative reviews. Long-term customers (many for 3+ years) are common, though some former customers report being 'fired' as clients after leaving critical reviews. The facility appears best suited for well-socialized, confident dogs; anxious or reactive dogs may not receive the individualized attention some owners expect.

Dog happiness
4.9
Staff
4.9
Communication
4.8
Drop-off / pickup
4.7
Facility
4.6
Value
4.5
Safety
4.4
Cleanliness
4.3

People love

Staff genuinely loves and cares for dogs(180)Webcams/live streaming for peace of mind(95)Dogs happy/excited to return(85)Clean, well-maintained facility(45)Flexible/same-day scheduling(40)Margaret is exceptional staff member(65)

Staff shoutouts

Margaret(95 mentions)Judith(28 mentions)Jack(25 mentions)Brian(12 mentions)Dolly(8 mentions)Mia(5 mentions)

Worth noting

Dog fights/incidents occurring on premises

โ€œWe got a call the second day that another dog attacked and bit Tosun's ear.โ€

Dogs left in kennels without proper attention/exercise

โ€œThey forgot about him. The whole point of taking him was so he wouldn't be in a kennel... he was in a kennel for half the day and no one checked up on him.โ€

Poor hygiene/cleanliness at pickup

โ€œHer tail was yellow from urine. There was dried poop on her butt.โ€

Injury to dogs during stay

โ€œ2 out of her 4 feet had the skin coming off.โ€

Staff discrimination alleged

โ€œRacist man... at least that's how he made me feel, why not say he was too busy when we spoke over the phoneโ€

Staff attention/interaction with dogs(8 mentions)

โ€œThe dogs not interacting with each other. The two staff members on duty did little more than mop up messes--no outside time during the four hours they were there.โ€

Communication about issues during stay(5 mentions)

โ€œWe were told our dog was doing great and eating fine... she stopped eating on Wednesday... Tell me what's the point of a damn scorecard if you aren't going to let the dog's owner know?โ€

Dog returned dirty/needing bath(4 mentions)

โ€œMy baby came in super clean and we picked her up and her tail was yellow from urine.โ€

Inconsistent stories about incidents(3 mentions)

โ€œJack told us something different than the day before picking him up. Left out details kept popping up in every conversation we had.โ€

Owner replies to 100% of reviewsAvg response: 1ddefensive tone312 repeat customers

Top Rated

4.7 stars from 583+ reviews

This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.7-star rating across 583 reviews.

At a Glance

Google rating
4.7/ 5
Review score
4.6/ 5
Amenities7 of 14
Reviews583
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.312

Min puppy age

4 months

Pricing

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