Dog day care center · Tampa, FL
Paws 'n' Rec - Grace
★★★★★ 4.9 from 124 Google reviews · #6 of 62 in Tampa by score
DaycareBoardingTrainingOpen 24 hoursDedicated facility
9.7DogDnB Score
What Paws 'n' Rec - Grace 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.
11 of 27 policies published
Website checked 2026-09-08. 16 not stated on the site.Admission requirements
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Prior to scheduling your complimentary evaluation, we must have a copy of your pup’s records showing that they’re up to date on their Bordetella, Distemper, and Rabies vaccinations, as well as proof that they’re spayed/neutered if they’re 7 months of age or older.”www.pawsnrec.com/location/florida/grace-street/?utm_source=GBP&utm_medium=local&utm_campaign=grace
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterRequired from 7 months
Their words
“Prior to scheduling your complimentary evaluation, we must have a copy of your pup’s records showing that they’re up to date on their Bordetella, Distemper, and Rabies vaccinations, as well as proof that they’re spayed/neutered if they’re 7 months of age or older.”www.pawsnrec.com/location/florida/grace-street/?utm_source=GBP&utm_medium=local&utm_campaign=grace
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay (free)
Their words
“Prior to scheduling your complimentary evaluation, we must have a copy of your pup’s records showing that they’re up to date on their Bordetella, Distemper, and Rabies vaccinations, as well as proof that they’re spayed/neutered if they’re 7 months of age or older.”www.pawsnrec.com/location/florida/grace-street/?utm_source=GBP&utm_medium=local&utm_campaign=grace
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Prior to scheduling your complimentary evaluation, we must have a copy of your pup’s records showing that they’re up to date on their Bordetella, Distemper, and Rabies vaccinations, as well as proof that they’re spayed/neutered if they’re 7 months of age or older.”www.pawsnrec.com/location/florida/grace-street/?utm_source=GBP&utm_medium=local&utm_campaign=grace
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 certificationPet first aid / CPR certified staff
Their words
“Every single member of our team is certified in Pet First Aid and CPR.”www.pawsnrec.com/faqs/
Play modelStructured rotation
Their words
“Your pup will enjoy cycled group play organized by size, temperament, and play style.”www.pawsnrec.com/faqs/
Groups separated bySize, temperament and play style
Their words
“Every single play group at every Paws n Rec location is carefully matched by size, temperament, and play style and supervised by certified Adventure Guides.”www.pawsnrec.com/faqs/
Time out of the kennelNot published on their website
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
HousingSuite
Their words
“This facility features outdoor play areas and custom designed suites.”www.pawsnrec.com/location/florida/grace-street/?utm_source=GBP&utm_medium=local&utm_campaign=grace
Outdoor accessYard
Their words
“This facility features outdoor play areas and custom designed suites.”www.pawsnrec.com/location/florida/grace-street/?utm_source=GBP&utm_medium=local&utm_campaign=grace
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website
Photo / report-card updatesYes — mentioned in 7 reviews
ToursNot published on their website
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
Administers medicationYes, no charge
Their words
“We also never charge extra for administering oral or topical medications during a stay.”www.pawsnrec.com/faqs/
FeedingNot published on their website
AvailabilityNot published on their website
Online bookingYes
Their words
“How do I book a stay or daycare visit? Reservations can be made directly through our client portal online, by calling us, or by emailing us.”www.pawsnrec.com/location/florida/grace-street/?utm_source=GBP&utm_medium=local&utm_campaign=grace
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
dog socialization ×8report cards ×7tired dogs ×5love for pups ×3reliable staff ×3flexible staff ×3dog evaluation ×2welcoming to dogs ×2
Topics extracted from public review text, with mention counts.
Rating breakdown
96% of reviewers gave 5 stars; 2% gave 1–2 stars.
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotFree parking lotOn-site parking
Attributes self-reported on the business’s public profile.