The Dog Academy
21725 Clay Rd, Katy, TX 77449
Overview
The Dog Academy is a premium dog boarding and daycare facility in Katy, TX offering boarding, daycare, training, grooming, and bathing services. The campus features private rooms (dorms and suites), 5 grass fields, a 5,000 sq ft gym, and a bone-shaped pool. They provide daily report cards with photos, overnight stays with potty breaks, and various electives for enrichment.
Amenities & Policies
Required vaccinations: Rabies, Bordetella, Distemper-Parvo
Policies & Details
Care & Play
Safety & Emergency
Extras
What Reviews Say
261 reviews analyzedThe Dog Academy is highly regarded for its boarding and daycare services, with customers frequently praising the detailed daily report cards and the high-quality outdoor pool. While the staff is overwhelmingly described as loving and professional, there are notable pockets of dissatisfaction regarding the high cost and perceived lack of results in their specialized training programs. Overall, it is a top-tier choice for socialization and boarding, though pet owners should confirm grooming and training quotes in writing.
People love
Staff shoutouts
Worth noting
Physical injury/Hematomas during grooming
“She did not have a hematoma on her ear when we dropped her off. We picked her up she had a hematoma on both ears.”
Billing discrepancies/Overcharging
“THEY CHARGE ME 1000 DOLLARS MORE THAN THEY SAID ON THE CONTRACT THAT THEY GAVE ME!!!!”
Training effectiveness vs cost(4 mentions)
“The issue is that there wasn’t a single issue on my list that had improved... I paid over $1600 and it was a complete waste.”
Grooming price transparency(2 mentions)
“I was quoted $40 on the phone... when I went to pick him up, the bill was $90.”
Trainer turnover/consistency(2 mentions)
“What I don't understand most is the constant change of trainers and handlers.”
Top Rated
4.8 stars from 275+ reviews
This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.8-star rating across 275 reviews.
At a Glance
Pricing
Boarding
$75–$85/night
Daycare
$40–$45/day
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