Severna Park facilities
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The Pup Camp

Ritchie Hwy, Severna Park, MD 21146

4.8
153 Google reviews
Live webcamStaff overnightOutdoor yardAccepts puppiesMedication adminGroomingClimate controlledOvernight potty breaks

Overview

The Pup Camp is a family-owned dog boarding and daycare facility with locations in Gambrills and Severna Park, MD, operating since 2016 and 2021 respectively. They offer dog boarding with optional daycare inclusion, basic and ultimate daycare programs, grooming services, and various add-ons like the Whole Shabang package. The facility features 24/7 staff, climate-controlled staff, outdoor turf play areas, and webcams for live monitoring.

Amenities & Policies

Cage-free
WebcamLive stream
Staff overnight
Outdoor yardturf
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

Required vaccinations: Bordetella, Distemper, Rabies

Policies & Details

Hours & Billing

Drop-off hours:6:30am-10:00am
Pick-up hours:3:00pm-7:30pm
Late pick-up fee:$10
Billing method:Per night

Care & Play

Group play
Daily updates β€” Paid
Comfort items allowed
Feeding policy:Owner provides food

Requirements

Spay/neuter policy:Required at 9 months
Temperament test fee:$42

Safety & Emergency

Emergency vet protocol:Owner
Emergency vet cost:Owner

Extras

Multi-dog discount β€” Additional Unlimited Basic Dog: $350
Owner operated

What Reviews Say

150 reviews analyzed

The Pup Camp enjoys overwhelmingly positive reviews with 77% 5-star ratings and strong customer loyalty. Staff friendliness and dog happiness are exceptional - dogs are consistently described as excited to attend and returning home exhausted and happy. However, there are notable red flags including 3 serious safety incidents (ACL tear, cuts/scratches, collar issue), recurring odor complaints, and occasional communication gaps after negative experiences. The facility is praised for cleanliness, communication tools (webcams, report cards), and value, but prospective clients should be aware of the smell concerns and overcrowding issues mentioned in some reviews.

Dog happiness
4.9
Staff
4.8
Communication
4.5
Drop-off / pickup
4.5
Value
4.3
Facility
4.2
Cleanliness
3.2
Safety
3.1

People love

Staff kindness and friendliness(95)Dog loves attending/excited to go(80)Dog comes home happy and exhausted(45)Clean facility(15)Great communication/webcams/report cards(25)

Staff shoutouts

Brianna(2 mentions)Matt(4 mentions)Mark(2 mentions)MichaelaMatthewNick

Worth noting

Dog injured (torn ACL) - staff didn't call owner same day, no details on how it happened

β€œMy dog tore her ACL here and they said she was fine, they actually didn't even call me when it happened they let it go until the end of the day and then had no details as to how it happened.”

Dog returned with cuts/scratches from facility

β€œMy pup went there and every time she came home she had a new cut or scratch.”

Dog returned covered in urine/extremely dirty

β€œMy dog came home, covered in urine after doggy daycare.”

Improper collar fitting causing mobility issues

β€œMy Dog was walked out with his collar around his neck and front leg which made it hard for him to walk.”

Facility smell/urine odor issues

β€œIt smelled strongly of urine and they seemed understaffed.”

Odor/smell issues(10 mentions)

β€œIt smelled strongly of urine and they seemed understaffed.”

Dog coming home dirty or smelly(7 mentions)

β€œMy dog smelled really bad when I picked him up and took him home.”

Overcrowding/too many dogs(2 mentions)

β€œThey clearly over book, too many dogs in too small a space with unsanitary conditions.”

Communication gaps after issues(2 mentions)

β€œI received a message from the marketing team to hear about my experience and I let them know the same thing but still haven't heard anything back from the organization.”

Top Rated

4.8 stars from 153+ reviews

This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.8-star rating across 153 reviews.

At a Glance

Google rating
4.8/ 5
Review score
4.2/ 5
Amenities8 of 14
Reviews153
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.42

Pricing

Boarding

$59–$79/night

Daycare

$42–$49/day

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