Bay Paws Pet Resort - Ybor City
★★★★½ 4.6 from 706 Google reviews · #39 of 62 in Tampa by score
BoardingCat boardingDaycareGroomingPet sittingDedicated facility
About
Bay Paws Pet Resorts is a premier destination for pet parents seeking comfort, care, and a little extra luxury. Bay Paws proudly serves the Tampa Bay community with four convenient locations. Welcoming dogs, cats, and pocket pets, Bay Paws offers plush accommodations, expansive indoor and outdoor play areas, and attentive care from a highly trained, friendly, and passionate team. Whether visiting for daycare, overnight boarding, or professional grooming, every guest enjoys a safe, enriching, and
Description from the business’s public profile.
What Bay Paws Pet Resort - Ybor City 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.
Their words
“Our 3 required vaccines for dogs are Bordetella, Distemper Parvo, and Rabies. While we used to require Canine Influenza and due to current regional trends of dormancy* as of 3/13/2026 it is not required. However, we strongly recommend the Canine Influenza Virus vaccination for dogs who travel frequently”www.baypaws.com/policies-faqs
Their words
“All group play daycare candidates must undergo an evaluation. This evaluation is 4 hours long, and our staff carefully introduces them to the group and observes their behavior.”www.baypaws.com/policies-faqs
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“Vaccination Requirements: Proof of current vaccinations are required on veterinary letterhead.”www.baypaws.com/policies-faqs
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“General Hours & Security: Staff is at our facility from 6:00 am - 10:00 pm every day. Bay Paws Pet Resort is protected by a security alarm and a fire alarm that will respond as necessary to an emergency.”www.baypaws.com/policies-faqs
Their words
“Dogs will be placed in private suites before and after daycare hours, as well as for lunch.”www.baypaws.com/policies-faqs
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“Dogs in boarding receive an elevated Kuranda bed with blankets, 5-6 potty breaks (higher than the industry standard of 3-4) and individualized care.”www.baypaws.com/yborcity
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“$15 One-on-One Play Time Individual play time with your fur-baby alone!”www.baypaws.com/yborcity
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“Luxury suites are extra large, private rooms with an elevated Kuranda bed. Room size is approximately 80 sq. ft.”www.baypaws.com/yborcity
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“Pet parents receive 24/7 access to the camera in their dog's boarding suite.”www.baypaws.com/yborcity
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“Please join us for any of our upcoming events or stop by for a tour at any of our locations during lobby hours.”www.baypaws.com/
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“Bay Paws can administer medication such as pills at no additional rate, if your pet takes the pill in a pill pocket or food. ... administer injections (such as insulin) or topical medications, then there is an additional fee of $5 per administration.”www.baypaws.com/policies-faqs
Their words
“Food: Bay Paws Pet Resort highly suggests that you provide your pet’s food to avoid any stomach issues during their stay.”www.baypaws.com/policies-faqs
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Rating breakdown
86% of reviewers gave 5 stars; 7% gave 1–2 stars.
Amenities & details
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