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The Ruff House Dog Center Ltd.

1802 Karakung Dr, Ardmore, PA 19003

5.0
166 Google reviews
Outdoor yardPool / water playAccepts puppiesMedication adminGroomingTrainingClimate controlledOvernight potty breaksOnline booking

Overview

The Ruff House Dog Center is a full-service dog daycare, boarding, and training facility in Ardmore, PA featuring 2500+ sq ft of indoor play space, a turfed yard with pool, and overnight boarding with included daycare access. They have a 15-dog maximum for overnight stays, require a temperament evaluation, and offer transparent all-inclusive pricing with no breed restrictions.

Amenities & Policies

Cage-free
Webcam
Staff overnight
Outdoor yardturf
Pool / water play
Small dog area
Accepts puppies4+ months
Reactive breeds
Medication admin
Grooming
Training
Climate controlled
Overnight potty breaks
Online booking
Spay/neuter required
Temperament test

Max capacity: 15 dogs

Required vaccinations: Rabies, Distemper, Bordetella, Canine Influenza

Policies & Details

Hours & Billing

Drop-off hours:7am-11am
Pick-up hours:By 6pm
Late pick-up fee:$1 per minute + $15 after 20 minutes
Billing method:Per night

Cancellation & Deposits

Cancellation notice:0 days notice
Cancellation penalty:Cancellations after 8am same day charged full day rate; boarding deposits non-refundable within 72 hours
Deposit required — 50% of stay total
Holiday surcharge

Care & Play

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

Requirements

Spay/neuter policy:Separate play for intact
Temperament test fee:$50

Safety & Emergency

Emergency vet protocol:On call
Emergency vet cost:Owner
Fire safety system

Extras

Senior dog accommodations

What Reviews Say

164 reviews analyzed

The Ruff House Dog Center is exceptionally well-regarded, characterized by a staff that owners describe as life-savingly attentive to medical needs and dog behavior. Customers frequently highlight the convenience of their curbside valet service and the high quality of their 'report cards' and social media updates. The facility maintains a near-perfect reputation for transforming anxious or rescue dogs into confident, happy 'pack members' through structured enrichment.

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

People love

Medical Attentiveness(5)Social Media Updates(18)Curbside Convenience(7)Enrichment Programs(6)

Staff shoutouts

Peter(11 mentions)Autumn(4 mentions)Jacqui(3 mentions)Cheyenne(2 mentions)

Worth noting

Pricing

“The most expensive I've seen”

Owner replies to 98% of reviewsAvg response: 2dwarm tone34 repeat customers

IBPSA Member

Industry Association

Verified member of IBPSA
International pet services standards

Cross-referenced with IBPSA’s member directory.

Top Rated

5.0 stars from 166+ reviews

This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 5.0-star rating across 166 reviews.

At a Glance

Google rating
5.0/ 5
Review score
4.9/ 5
Amenities9 of 14
Reviews166
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.34

Max capacity

15 dogs

Min puppy age

4 months

Pricing

Boarding

$95/night

Daycare

$29–$37/day

Contact

Visit Website+1 484-416-0424Get directions to 1802 Karakung Dr, Ardmore, PA 19003

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