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Happy Paws LLC

4904 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016

4.1
58 Google reviews
Cage-freeLive webcamStaff overnightSmall dog areaAccepts puppiesReactive breeds OKMedication adminTrainingClimate controlledOvernight potty breaksOnline booking

Overview

Happy Paws LLC is a Washington DC-based dog boarding and daycare facility offering overnight boarding ($90/night), daycare, and integrated training programs through their Puptagon Dog School. The facility features cage-free accommodations with live webcam access, 24/7 supervision, separate play groups by size and temperament, and requires dogs to be spayed/neutered by 6 months with current vaccinations including Rabies, Canine Flu, Distemper, and Bordetella.

Amenities & Policies

Cage-free
WebcamLive stream
Staff overnight
Outdoor yard
Pool / water play
Small dog area
Accepts puppies2+ months
Reactive breeds
Medication admin
Grooming
Training
Climate controlled
Overnight potty breaks
Online booking
Spay/neuter required
Temperament test

Required vaccinations: Rabies, Canine Flu, Distemper, Bordetella

Policies & Details

Hours & Billing

Drop-off hours:7am-1pm
Pick-up hours:7am-7pm
Checkout time:12pm
Late pick-up fee:$15/hour
Billing method:Per night

Cancellation & Deposits

Cancellation notice:5 days notice
Cancellation penalty:50% deposit non-refundable if cancelled within notice period
Deposit required โ€” 50% of reservation

Care & Play

Group play
Solo play
Daily updates โ€” Free
Comfort items allowed
Feeding policy:Owner provides food or house food available (Science Diet)

Requirements

Spay/neuter policy:Required at 6 months
Temperament test fee:$45

Safety & Emergency

Emergency vet protocol:On call
Emergency vet cost:Owner

Extras

Multi-dog discount โ€” 25% off all additional dogs in the same family
Senior dog accommodations

What Reviews Say

58 reviews analyzed

Happy Paws LLC enjoys overwhelmingly positive reviews (78% five-star) with particular praise for dog happiness, facility cleanliness, and long-term staff relationships. However, recurring complaints about receptionist rudeness and occasional communication gaps create a notable divide. The owner responds professionally to nearly all negative reviews, though some customers report traumatic experiences (grooming incident, dogs left without interaction). The facility excels in providing a safe, social environment with webcam access, though some concerns about overcrowding and transparency around policies remain.

Dog happiness
4.9
Cleanliness
4.8
Facility
4.5
Drop-off / pickup
4.0
Value
3.8
Safety
3.5
Communication
3.5
Staff
3.2

People love

Staff genuinely loves dogs(15)Long-term relationships (years of service)(12)Clean, well-maintained facility(10)Helpful training tips and behavioral support(8)Webcam for monitoring(6)Accommodating last-minute requests(5)

Staff shoutouts

Stefanie(18 mentions)John(8 mentions)Devin(3 mentions)Eric

Worth noting

Grooming trauma - dog shaved against owner instructions, nicked eyelid, traumatized

โ€œHe's shaved - his ears, his face, his feet, his body - to the point you can see skin on his back. He has a nick on his eyelidโ€

Dogs left alone in empty room with no interaction, staff only present for cleaning

โ€œThe only people I saw in the room at any time were men with mops who clean up after the dogs pee and poop in the place where they apparently are supposed to play and sleep, too. They were not interacting with the dogsโ€

Too many dogs in crowded space, no outdoor potty breaks

โ€œAlso, too many dogs in a crowded space and no outdoor potty breaks made me grateful to accept the offered refundโ€

Receptionist/front desk rude behavior(4 mentions)

โ€œReceptionist was very rude over the phone and hung up on me when I called to ask simple questionsโ€

Poor communication/responsiveness(3 mentions)

โ€œI waited 3 days and have not received a single callโ€

Owner/staff dismissiveness(3 mentions)

โ€œthe owner couldn't be bothered to look up from the computer screen or even make a pretense of trying to remember usโ€

Disorganization(2 mentions)

โ€œI didn't like how disorganised these guys are. I tried getting them to squeeze in an appointment for my dog and all I got were rude responses.โ€

Owner replies to 93% of reviewsAvg response: 1dprofessional tone28 repeat customers

At a Glance

Google rating
4.1/ 5
Review score
4.0/ 5
Amenities11 of 14
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.28

Min puppy age

2 months

Pricing

Boarding

$90/night

Daycare

$45โ€“$80/day

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