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Paws 'n' Rec - St. Pete

4300 28th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33714

4.9
191 Google reviews
Cage-freeLive webcamOutdoor yardPool / water playSmall dog areaAccepts puppiesMedication adminGroomingTrainingClimate controlledOvernight potty breaksOnline booking

Overview

Paws 'n' Rec is an award-winning membership-based dog daycare and boarding facility in St. Petersburg, FL with 10,000 sq ft of play space and medical-grade HVAC systems. They offer cage-free accommodations, webcam access for parents, group play with low dog-to-staff ratios, and additional services including grooming, training, and Solo Adventures.

Amenities & Policies

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

Dog-to-staff ratio: 8:1

Required vaccinations: Rabies, DHPP, FVRCP (for cats)

Policies & Details

Hours & Billing

Drop-off hours:6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Pick-up hours:6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Billing method:Per night

Cancellation & Deposits

Cancellation notice:48 days notice
Cancellation penalty:Holiday deposits forfeited if canceled within 48 hours of check-in
Deposit required — 50% for holiday stays
Holiday surcharge — $5/day

Care & Play

Group play
Solo play
Daily updates — Free
Comfort items allowed
Feeding policy:Owner provides food
Raw diet accommodated

Requirements

Spay/neuter policy:Separate play for intact

Safety & Emergency

Emergency vet protocol:On call
Emergency vet cost:Owner

Extras

Multi-dog discount — $5 off/night for 2nd/3rd dog; 25% off second dog for daycare
Senior dog accommodations

What Reviews Say

188 reviews analyzed

Paws 'n' Rec - St. Pete is highly regarded for its exceptional staff, cleanliness, and unique membership model. Customers frequently praise the facility's extended hours (6:30 AM - 10:30 PM) and the detailed digital report cards featuring photos of their dogs. While one reviewer noted concerns regarding communicable illnesses like kennel cough, the overwhelming majority of pet parents report high levels of trust and dog exhaustion after visits.

Dog happiness
5.0
Staff
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Drop-off / pickup
5.0
Facility
4.9
Communication
4.8
Value
4.7
Safety
4.5

People love

Extended Hours(8)Report Cards/Photos(25)Grooming Quality(15)

Staff shoutouts

Krizia(9 mentions)Karol(6 mentions)Kristen(5 mentions)Cori(3 mentions)

Worth noting

Health/Contagion Risk

“In the four months she attended she got kennel cough and now oral warts. This quarantine procedure did not protect my dog.”

Lack of outdoor potty area(2 mentions)

“I was a bit skeptical/hesitant about no outdoor area for them to potty... but have been really impressed that my girl figured out the grass pads.”

Report card frequency

“I was very disappointed that I only got one report card the entire time I was gone.”

Owner replies to 98% of reviewsAvg response: 2dwarm tone22 repeat customers

Top Rated

4.9 stars from 191+ reviews

This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.9-star rating across 191 reviews.

At a Glance

Google rating
4.9/ 5
Review score
4.9/ 5
Amenities12 of 14
Reviews191
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.22

Dog-to-staff ratio

8:1

Pricing

Boarding

$55–$90/night

Daycare

$20.67–$43/day

Contact

Visit Website+1 833-767-7877Get directions to 4300 28th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33714

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