Dog day care center · Houston, TX
Dogtopia of Houston - Waugh Dr.
★★★★½ 4.6 from 124 Google reviews · #51 of 79 in Houston by score
DaycareDog walkingBoardingGroomingPet sittingDedicated facility
9.2DogDnB Score
What Dogtopia of Houston - Waugh Dr. publishes
We read this facility’s own website for the policies owners ask about before booking. Each published policy carries the sentence it came from; each blank one is a fact about the website, not a verdict on the facility.
14 of 27 policies published
Website checked 2026-09-08. 13 not stated on the site.Admission requirements
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Up to date on vaccinations, including Bordetella, Rabies, and DHLPP/DHPP (also known as distemper/parvo), and vet-administered at least 48 hours prior to daycare”www.dogtopia.com/houston-waugh-drive/dog-daycare/
Bordetella lead time2 days before arrival
Their words
“Up to date on vaccinations, including Bordetella, Rabies, and DHLPP/DHPP (also known as distemper/parvo), and vet-administered at least 48 hours prior to daycare”www.dogtopia.com/houston-waugh-drive/dog-daycare/
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterRequired from 7 months
Their words
“To join us at daycare, dogs must pass our Meet & Greet evaluation and be: At least 12 weeks old Spayed/neutered if seven months and older (sooner alteration may be required, depending on development)”www.dogtopia.com/houston-waugh-drive/dog-daycare/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“all dogs must complete a Meet & Greet evaluation , which includes meeting our age, vaccination, and spayed/neutered requirements, and attend at least three days of daycare before their first overnight stay.”www.dogtopia.com/houston-waugh-drive/dog-boarding/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“This is where we get to know more about you and your dog, vaccinations can be uploaded by you or our team and you can review and digitally sign our Pet Parent Agreement.”www.dogtopia.com/houston-waugh-drive/new-pet-parent-info/
Operations
Staff on site overnightNot published on their website
Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Staff certificationNot published on their website
Play modelOpen play with enforced rest
Their words
“our overnight guests enjoy up to 10 hours of supervised open-play each day at daycare, with a midday rest period.”www.dogtopia.com/houston-waugh-drive/dog-boarding/
Groups separated bySize and temperament
Their words
“Dogs are separated by size and temperament into our multiple climate-controlled playrooms We also have an outdoor play area”www.dogtopia.com/houston-waugh-drive/
Time out of the kennel10 hours open play daily with a two-hour midday break
Their words
“Pups enjoy off-leash, open-play for 10 hours each day, with a two-hour break from noon to 2 PM.”www.dogtopia.com/houston-waugh-drive/dog-boarding/
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
HousingCrate
Their words
“home-styled crates for overnight stays and nap time, and parents are welcome to bring bedding from home.”www.dogtopia.com/houston-waugh-drive/dog-boarding/
Outdoor accessYard
Their words
“A 5,400-square-foot, including four indoor playrooms designed for different sizes, energy levels, and play styles and a large outdoor play space, perfect for those clear, sunny days.”www.dogtopia.com/houston-waugh-drive/
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Dogs are separated by size and temperament into our multiple climate-controlled playrooms We also have an outdoor play area”www.dogtopia.com/houston-waugh-drive/
Live cameras for ownersYes
Their words
“Live webcams installed in each playroom, as well as an outdoor play yard view from 7 AM to 7 PM, except during our nap time from noon to 2 PM”www.dogtopia.com/houston-waugh-drive/
Photo / report-card updatesNot published on their website
ToursNot published on their website
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
Administers medicationYes, except injectables
Their words
“Is your pup on medication? Our team can administer any oral or topical medications (excluding injections) during their overnight stay with us. All medications are meticulously documented and tracked.”www.dogtopia.com/houston-waugh-drive/dog-boarding/
FeedingEither house or owner's food
Their words
“We offer home-style crates or boarding suite options You can bring their own food, opt for our house food, or purchase a special treat”www.dogtopia.com/houston-waugh-drive/dog-boarding/
AvailabilityNot published on their website
Online bookingNot published on their website
Read from the facility’s public website, 2026-09-08. Policies change — confirm anything that matters when you book. “Reviewers” marks a fact customers describe that the operator does not state; it is weaker evidence and never counted as published. Method on the methodology page.
What reviewers mention
kind staff ×14dog socialization ×4doggy friends ×4grooming ×3friendly environment ×3caring coaches ×2staff communication ×2front desk staff ×2
Topics extracted from public review text, with mention counts.
Rating breakdown
85% of reviewers gave 5 stars; 9% gave 1–2 stars.
Amenities & details
Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomGender-neutral restroomLGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safespace
Attributes self-reported on the business’s public profile.