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SkyBlue Kennels

7509 FM 969, Austin, TX 78724

4.7
284 Google reviews
Staff overnightOutdoor yardAccepts puppiesReactive breeds OKMedication adminGroomingOvernight potty breaksOnline booking

Overview

SkyBlue Kennels is a dog boarding and daycare facility established in 1972, located on 6 acres east of Highway 183. They specialize in non-social dogs, accept all breeds, offer grooming, and have a resident on property for overnight care.

Amenities & Policies

Cage-free
Webcam
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, Bordetella

Policies & Details

Hours & Billing

Drop-off hours:M-F 7:30-6:30, Sat 8-12, Sun 12-5
Pick-up hours:M-F 7:30-6:30, Sat 8-12, Sun 12-5
Billing method:Per night

Care & Play

Group play
Solo play
Daily updates
Comfort items allowed
Feeding policy:Owner provides food

Requirements

Spay/neuter policy:Separate play for intact

Safety & Emergency

Emergency vet protocol:On call
Emergency vet cost:Owner

Extras

Multi-dog discount — 10+ Night Rate: $45/night for 1 dog ($5 off), $75/night for 2 dogs ($10 off)
Senior dog accommodations
Owner operated

What Reviews Say

284 reviews analyzed

The facility receives generally excellent reviews, with many customers praising the caring, professional staff, strong communication, and clean, spacious facilities. However, a small number of serious negative reviews cite injuries, poor communication, or even a pet's death, which significantly lowers the safety score. The Q&A confirms daycare is not offered on weekends.

Dog happiness
4.8
Staff
4.7
Cleanliness
4.5
Value
4.3
Drop-off / pickup
4.3
Facility
4.2
Communication
4.0
Safety
2.5

People love

staff(3)communication(3)care(3)

Staff shoutouts

Crystal(3 mentions)Julie(2 mentions)

Worth noting

Fatal incident

“My dog DIED in the care of this kennel.”

Injury not noticed, lack of follow-up

“He had chewed his tail quite severely... I have yet to receive a response.”

safety(3 mentions)

“He had chewed his tail quite severely... I reached out to the kennel to ask if any staff had seen him chewing his tail or had noticed the injury. They told me they would look into it, but that was several days ago, and I have yet to receive a response.”

safety(2 mentions)

“My dog DIED in the care of this kennel. ... This kennel does not have overnight staff as advertised on their website. Their staff is not well trained and didn't even follow their own protocols.”

At a Glance

Google rating
4.7/ 5
Review score
4.2/ 5
Amenities8 of 14

Min puppy age

3 months

Pricing

Boarding

$50–$155/night

Daycare

$27/day

Contact

Visit Website+1 512-928-2583Get directions to 7509 FM 969, Austin, TX 78724

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