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DogBoy's Dog Ranch
Categories: Pets Pet Services Pet Boarding/Pet Sitting Pets Pet Services Pet Training Pet Boarding/Pet Sitting, Pet Training [Edit]
2615 Crystal Bend DrPflugerville, TX 78660
(512) 251-7600
- Hours:
Mon-Fri 7 am - 6:30 pm
Sat 9 am - 3 pm
Sun 12 pm - 5 pm
40 reviews for DogBoy's Dog Ranch
40 reviews in English
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Review from Alayna C.
Austin, TX
4/19/2012
I have a Border Collie who is well trained. Whenever she goes to DogBoy's she gets to do "dog stuff" such as digging in the dirt, rolling in the mud and playing with other dogs as a pack, which is excellent.
I love that she gets to run around freely all day and get her energy out. Dog socialization is a key component to a healthy, well balanced dog. At DogBoy's, she gets to socialize with other dogs who have similar tempers and behavior. Getting to run around and do "dog stuff" with other dogs fulfills her mental health needs, which is something that dog owners forget too often.
The staff is friendly, knowledgable and genuinely interested. -
Review from Deirdre E.
Austin, TX
3/16/2012
Boy, it's nice to finally be able to post this review thanks to Yelp.
I used DogBoy's Ranch once several years ago to board my dog for about four days. Told them my dog had recently been adopted from the shelter and I was worried how he'd respond to our first separation and a kennel environment. They reassured me he had 24 hour care and I could call to check on him while I was gone. I called a few times, left messages and got no response. When I arrived to pick him up I asked why my calls hadn't been returned. "Oh, there weren't any problems and we figured we'd tell you when you showed up." I tried to overlook it until they brought Santiago out. He ran straight for my car's backseat and hunkered down immediately. That's when I saw the scratch marks that cut to the pink underskin on his face. I tried to calmly ask about the scratches. "Oh, he was probably corrected." Corrected? Santiago is an 80# labrador retriever who has never picked a fight with a dog nor a human even when they deserve it. I told the attendant and owner that I was leaving premises before I corrected somebody. Even if they offered free boarding I would not take a pet back there ever again. -
Review from W M.
Wimberley, TX
5/7/2012 Purchased a Yelp Deal
Call me crazy but I make it a point to occasionally treat my pups to a day of DogBoy's day care. Crazy because I live more than fifty miles from this place. I must pass a dozen other dog day care providers on my way to DogBoy's, but don't give a single one of them a second glace. I started taking my beloved pals here over 10 years ago when I lived and worked in north Austin. Now I don't either live or work in north Austin, but still keep DogBoy's at the top of my list for boarding and day care. DogBoy, DogGirl and the rest of the bunch are the very best. That's a fact.
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Review from Ryan G.
Austin, TX
2/8/2012 Purchased a Yelp Deal
I don't know too much about what actually goes on with the dogs while I'm away for 9 hours during the day, but my ridiculously hyper beagle gets in the car and crashes immediately when I pick him up at the end of the day. He then sleeps all night and most of the next day. It's amazing how much exercise he's getting!
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Review from Jenny L.
Austin, TX
1/28/2012
Anytime I am out of town or even just need a day to run some errands, I bring my dog here (even though it is 20 minutes out of the way). He gets a lot of exercise and will sleep for 24 hours straight after he has been boarded here. I think it is great that they evaluate your pup before boarding to see which dogs they are able to get along with. Friendly staff and always happy to give me updates!
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Review from heather c.
Austin, TX
5/1/2011
The staff are smart and courteous.
They are very good with our not-so-good dogs...it's hard to find a place that will accommodate a dog-aggressive dog.
The classes are great.
The facility is great for my big rambunctious dogs!
I highly recommend Dog Boy' if you have a dog that loves to play outside! -
Review from Krista R.
Austin, TX
11/6/2011
I just got done with the foundations with off leash/recall and I really enjoyed this class. Paula is an excellent trainer. I would highly recommend her. She very attentive to everyone in the class. The classes are small and plenty of room to stretch out between all the dogs in the class. It is all positive reenforcement training. My dog, Sammy, heels right next to me now offleash and comes when called. I believe the guidance that I was given from Paula and Jeanie has helped Sammy and I bond more then I thought was possible. I highly recommend Dog boys for training.
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Review from Steve P.
Austin, TX
8/15/2010
I had many positive experiences with Dog Boys until my dogs last and final stay. I had to leave town for a funeral and left my dog under their care for 4 days. I went to pick up my dog and he seemed fine and excited to see us. When we got home, he jumped out of the car and could barely walk. We rushed to him to see what was wrong and looked at the pads of his feet and they were bleeding and worn down severely.
I immediately called Dog Boys to confront them about my dogs condition. They stated he seemed to be favoring his paws, but would growl at them whenever they tried to inspect them. Well of course he did, they were hurting him. Never did they inform me of this when I picked him up and though I don't think they were abusive in any way, I think they were irresponsible for not informing me of the injury and for not investigating it further. My vet attributed the injuries to running on rough terrain. -
Review from Cody L.
12/28/2010
This is the primary place I take my dog. We do use The Collie Cottage Pet Resort & Spa as a back up if Dog Boys is full.
Dog Boys is way out of my way if I'm going to the airport but I still use them because the dogs get a ton of play time on a huge property with a pond. Dogs are paired up with a dog they get along with and our dog seems to enjoy going to Dog Boys. The staff does a great job of evaluating dogs and putting them in the right groups so there aren't problems.
Highly recommended. -
Review from Jeanie B.
Austin, TX
2/25/2011
It's a great place with wonderful staff. A place that your pet can go run and play with other dogs. They evaluate the temperament of the dogs and put them in play groups with other dogs of like temperament. It's like a camp for dogs. DogBoys is the only place I have ever boarded Tanner. They have daycare as well. If you are having behavioral or adjustments issues, they have the BEST trainers in town (in my opinion).
They use positive reinforcement training which gets much quicker results than the alpha-type training. I've done both types.
I highly recommend them! -
Review from Vasudha P.
Austin, TX
11/20/2010
Do you love your dogs? if yes, then you will definitely try this place. We have two dogs and one of them is from shelter and doesn't settle easily in kennels. This place even though pricey (yup - helluva lot pricey) is one place he settles easily and loves to go back. Probably, he likes to pricey tags as well!
They have never given us a reason to complain. They take them for walks and they very willingly obliged when we asked them to put our dogs in separate play groups but board them together in the nights.
We don't mind paying the extra dollar, just like we wouldn't mind paying for our kids.. -
Review from Christine A.
Austin, TX
2/11/2008
Sweet people work here. The kind of people I want taking care of my sweet dog. Upon arriving with Cinnamon, a sweet person greeted me, had me complete a quick one page form, and soon, another sweet person took Cinnamon off to meet new friends and see the property.
So here is Cinnamon's experience:
Got to be outside running free in a big fenced area almost all day.
Got to be in a play group with other dogs of my temperament.
Got to play in the pond.
Got to sniff everything especially other dogs' butts.
Got patted and petted by sweet people.
Got an air conditioned kennel to sleep in at night.
Got soft blankets to sleep on since my owner forgot my dog bed.
Got treats.
Got to make new dog friends.
Got to make new people friends.
The Dogboys website gives you all the information you need up front for boarding your pet overnight or for day care. I was particularly pleased with the Sunday hours, allowing us time to get back into town and pick her up on the way home.
When we picked Cinnamon up, the dog caretaker wanted us to know about a spot on her back she was chewing--we know--allergies--but I'm glad they thought enough to mention it. They suggested we start feeding her the California Natural chicken and rice food which she apparently loves.
It is a beautiful property and the couple who own it have been in the business since 1995. I gave it 5 stars because if I were a dog, this would be where I'd stay--I love playing outside and eating chicken and rice.Listed in: Pets' Picks
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Review from Cindy M.
Austin, TX
9/19/2008
Boy, this sounds like a wonderful place to board your dog...it's too bad my precious dogs are not welcome there. Even though I've spent thousands of dollars training my pit bull mixes with one of the best trainers in the United States, these loving animals are not welcome at DogBoy's. I am curious, as a rescuer, how DogBoy's gets their criteria...is there an breed expert on their staff. I moved my rescue from California due to breed specific legislation back home to Texas where I thought all dogs were welcome. This is how breed specific legislation rears its ignorant racist head...
I am reading you cannot control all of the dogs at this facility, but you will still take money for training them? Correct me if I'm wrong...
What's next? No Dobermans..no Chows..no Rottweillers...no Shepherds...no Shepherd mixes?
Why not open a cat ranch...oh, no, those nasty brown tabbies might try to get in....
EFFECTIVE April 9, 2008, DogBoy's Dog Ranch is no longer accepting new Pit Bulls or Pit Bull Mixes. For over 12 years we have defended the Pit Bull breed and accepted them in our facility without hesitation. However, after recent injuries inflicted by this breed we are no longer able to accommodate them for boarding or day care. They are still allowed on the property for training classes and private lessons.
For some mixes that have some of the same characteristics as a Pit Bull, the same policy can apply. This policy is to protect YOUR pet - Pit Bulls and non Pit Bulls alike. -
Review from ed S.
Austin, TX
7/19/2011
Pretty much agree with all the great reviews this place receives. From the mandatory Saturday meet & tour, to bringing your dog in for a day long evaluation - this place has their business zoned in! Friendly and very knowledgeable staff, extremely clean facility, a/c kennels, and tons of open space. We'll never take our dog anywhere else.
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Review from Kari T.
Austin, TX
2/17/2011
DogBoys really knows their stuff! I adopted a pup and had a hell of a time with her until we started classes at DogBoys. They really care about animals and helping you bond with yours as well as making the dog a good canine citizen. Paula was superb as an Obedience 101 Trainer - so many thing I learned from her. And then we took an Agility class with Rebecca which really help to boost my pups self-esteem...she was so happy when she completed an obstacle.
Day care and boarding are also great here - great ways to socialize your dog to others and make sure they play well. Freida and I HIGHLY recommend DogBoys...It should almost be a requirement to take your new dog here for training.
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Review from Jim B.
Austin, TX
7/16/2009
The first time I dropped Quincy off at this place I had a really good feeling about it. When I picked him up I had an even better feeling about it. But it was when I was driving him over there the second time that I knew absolutely for sure it was the right place for my boy... as soon as he realized where we were going, he started going gonzo (in a good way), just like he does when we're headed to Bull Creek, Red Bud or Town Lake. He just loves going to this place.
Think about it... the owners LIVE on site to be close to all the dogs. They're serious dog lovers and they hire staff that obviously are too. When you pick your dog up, they take time to give you some meaningul evaluation/feedback regarding how he/she behaves and does around the other dogs. And they have a rating system to ensure that dogs are in play groups with other dogs they'll get along with and that nobody gets bullied, etc. OK, Quincy has an "orange" card, but that is a story for another day.
This place has 15 acres of property all fenced off into 20 or so separate play areas, and one of them has a pond so the dogs get some swim time every day. Each dog has it's own indoor/outdoor kennel run and gets a TON of supervised outdoor play time every day. Your pooch will be pooped after staying here, guaranteed. And happy. -
Review from Laura E.
Austin, TX
6/24/2008
DogBoy's, you soothe the psycho obsessive pet-mommy in me. Why worry when your dog is going to doggie paradise? Tons of land to run around on, playgroups, daily hikes to the pond....how could it possibly get any better?
(Financially speaking, I love that they give your second dog a discount, unlike Taurus). -
Review from Jen G.
Austin, TX
7/31/2008
Have to amend my review. Previously I gave them 5 stars, but that was after only taking my dogs for day boarding. We took them up for a 5-day stay and they came back with big problems. They were obviously just allowed to run wild everyday, and they came back with very bad behavior (jumping, not following directions, behaving wildly and badly toward other dogs, etc). It took some time to get the dogs back under control.
The other problem was the the staff didn't feed one of my dogs half of the food I sent for her. When I asked about it, they said she was just too excited to eat. My feeling is that if you're creating an environment where a labrador doesn't want to eat, there's something wrong. They fed my 70 lb. lab 1.5 cups of food per day, and that was all she ate.
We were extremely disappointed and won't be taking our dogs back to DogBoy's again. -
Review from Peter Z.
Austin, TX
4/26/2010
From my first visit to DogBoy's 5 years ago, I have been a fan. Sure, they aren't the cheapest. But do you really want to drop your dog off to the lowest bidder? My little buddy, Zeus (the debonair double-dapple dachshund) is always excited when we pull up (same cannot be said for the groomer so he could be called the discerning debonair double-dapple dachshund, an extra layer of alliteration).
Picked him up yesterday after a 10 day stay and he seemed no worse for the wear but actually better, my little tub o' love was able to drop off some weight. That indicates to me that he was out romping around all day long and fulfilling his quest towards doggy self actualization. It had been 4 years since they last saw him but they still remembered him and had fond things to say upon seeing him...bonus points for making me feel special by proxy of my dog!
Only issue I've ever had was 4 years ago when they had a kennel cough issue that affected several dogs, mine included. Upon further reading, some strains of kennel cough just persist despite inoculation. He also had some sun burn on his nose and belly but that is my fault for not requesting sunblock as I did previously (application of meds and such is free).
Overall, a great place that you can trust to not only keep your dog alive but help them thrive and have fun while you are gone.
Protips:
- Make sure you know your dogs behavior around other dogs and be sure to mention your dog's quirks (for mine, he doesn't like larger puppies as they have a tendency to be too rambunctious for his tastes and he has a fetish for small furry dogs which will cause him to transform from Casanova to dirty old man). This will help your dog get placed in an appropriate group.
- If it is during summer, be sure to bring a pet safe sunscreen if your dog is lighter in color. They spend a lot of time outside and it will help prevent sunburn. Lets face it, dogs are not the brightest creatures and, among other things, when in excited-dog-mode will over do it when it comes to sun exposure. -
Review from Rahul B.
Pflugerville, TX
4/26/2010
Yes, it's more expensive than the other places. But doesn't your dog deserve the best?
I've toured the facility, and it's borderline ridiculous how meticulous DogBoy's is about caring for the dogs at their facility. Every single detail is paid attention to and tracked on a huge whiteboard that is updated multiple times per day. If you have a bazillion different meds that need to be administered on a dozen different days, you better believe they'll get it right.
All of the staff (that I've met) are friendly, attentive, caring, and professional. You can tell they really care about YOUR dog. Honestly, some of them may get to know your dog just as well as you do in the short amount of time they get with him/her. This is exactly what you want when dropping your pet off somewhere away from home.
Marcella (the kennel manager) is so awesome. We've dealt with her on the multiple occasions we've dropped our little Layla off, and she was our CPDT-KA for the puppy training class we took a couple of months back.
The training class was awesome, practical, useful, and hands-on. I would highly recommend the classes given at DogBoy's. They really know their stuff (I know they do because I'm kinda crazy when it comes to understanding everything under the sun about dogs and dogcare). Also, they have a brand new training facility that is separate from the boarding facility. It's the perfect place to get dog training on.
The entire setup of DogBoys is top notch. The dogs are separated into different playgroups given their temperaments/size/age/behavioral history to ensure they have a pleasant stay. They take the dogs on hikes, and there is a large pond where they can play (or cool off) to their heart's content.
Every time our little Layla comes home, she is so pooped we think she's sick. She just wants to get into her crate and sleep the entire day. It's great to know that there actually IS a place where Layla can go to expend her seemingly endless amounts of energy.
Take your dog to DogBoy's and you will NOT be disappointed. It's extremely clear that they have only love for the pets at their facility, and it shows in every little thing they do. -
Review from Nikki B.
1/13/2010
My dogs absolutely know when I am leaving. They see the suitcase and immediately start slinking around, trying not to be noticed because the anxiety of change is sinking in. Of course, as an obsessive dog mom the first time I had to leave the pups, I was traumatized!!!! DogBoys, however, makes me feel fantastic.
The big dog is extremely hyper and they are fantastic about putting him with other high-energy dogs to help wear his butt out. On the flip, the little one is quite needy and loves to snuggle with humans whenever possible - they often actually let her spend the afternoon in the office with the trainers. When you pick them up, they are clean, tired, and excited to see you! The trainers truly care about the well-being of your dog, keep up to date with recent pet behavior studies, and are very accomodating even for pet mommies like me who call every afternoon. :) -
Review from Alex W.
Bellevue, WA
8/28/2011
To be fair, I haven't been here since I moved out of the area about 3 years ago. With that said, I still recognize the majority of the staff listed on their website and I have no reason to believe they have fundamentally changed since then.
Over the course of 3 years, I dropped serious money at this place, where I brought my dog for training, daycare, and overnight boarding.
I've been told by many people that I have the most well behaved and obedient beagle they've ever met. I credit DogBoys training program (and my wallet) to that compliment.
3 years and a few states later, DogBoys is still the standard that I use to judge other training/boarding facilities. -
Review from Kristyn M.
Austin, TX
2/16/2012
We have been a customer and loyal fan of Dog Boys for several years, and across the board we have been really happy with the boarding and service of our two babies (dachshunds). That said, I am writing this review on my experience today when I picked them up and discovered that both of my girl dachshund's back paws were bleeding heavily due to nails that had been clipped too short. No one mentioned this to me and I only noticed when I saw her blood all over the leather seats in my vehicle and on my clothes. Now, I know it's difficult to cut nails...that's why I leave it up to the professionals. What is really the take home message of this is that not only did someone clip one nail too short, but they over trimmed two nails...one on each back paw. Did they not hear her yelp? Not see the blood? How does that happen? This is disturbing in that I trust Dog Boys to take care of my dogs. We drive a ways out of our way (about 40 minutes) to take them there and have left them on many long trips (two weeks+) trusting that they are getting the best care in the Austin area. Today's event shows me that someone there does not care about my pets. They hurt them and either don't notice, or don't care enough to clean them up or mention it to me or the front staff. I am awaiting a call from Carol, the manager, to discuss and am definitely debating whether to take them back or not. As I mentioned, we have been very happy to date, but this is not okay. Just be aware of the risk of grooming your dogs there.
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Review from Heather R.
Austin, TX
2/24/2010
These guys are great, if you have a big dog or a dog with lots of energy. They have lots of space, take the dogs on hikes, dogs get lots of attention during the day, have low staff to dog ratio, and they group dogs based on temperment.
Unfortunately, I have a small dog that is not an outdoor-run-around type dog. He likes to cuddle and be inside. He prefers people to other dogs and has no interest in hiking or swimming. I feel they are not really set up for this type of dog.
They also do not have anyone there at night so if dogs are there during storms or just lonely at night, there is no one to comfort them.
I will definitely use them again when I go out of town, but I am still shopping around for a place that will cater more toward my dog. -
Review from Allison C.
Austin, TX
5/13/2011
I have a not so social shih-tzu who adjusted to Dog Boys on her first say there two years ago. Trust me that shows they have a SUPER talented staff there. My dog even started going on their walks with them!!! I was such a happy customer when I heard that. One of the staff have a shih-tzu that my dog loves. The entire staff is always very friendly and knowledgeable. My dog stays overnights probably 3 times a year and goes for the day about 6-7 days a year. I would have her go to daycare five days a week while I am at work if I could afford it.
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Review from Jon C.
Pflugerville, TX
8/1/2009
Our family has used DogBoy's training, boarding and daycare services for years and we would never, ever, ever board our dog anywhere else. A day of daycare at DogBoy's, running the property and playing with all the other dogs, is our dog's definition of heaven. The staff are supremely knowledgeable and are always willing to share that knowledge in a friendly and generous way. In training classes, they don't so much teach the dog but teach the human to teach the dog, and always with a 100% positive-training method. On numerous occasions, staff have stayed long after class, and that often after a very long day working in the kennel, to help us with individual issues we've had.
And we've had plenty, given that our rather large male doberman wasn't properly socialized before we got him. A few years ago, when he first arrived, he tended to lunge at strangers and alert bark without much warning, among other issues. Now, he happily mingles with strangers and loves to walk the Town Lake trails, the more people the better. We'll take about 10% of the credit for that; the rest goes to DogBoy's.
We've never had a problem finding out what our dog did during the day, and when boarding, we always expect to get some of the food back that we bring because he's too zonked from play to eat it all. The staff can't really force feed an exhausted dog. Certainly, the benefits of the fun and exercise far outweigh the costs of not eating some of his kibble. And nothing has been better for our dog's behavior problems than days spent in daycare. Getting a break from the 'human' world and returning to a mostly dog world for a day every week or two was extremely therapeutic and helpful during our delayed-socialization efforts.
Whether your dog is perfectly behaved or in need of improvement, there's no better place for dogs in the world than DogBoy's Dog Ranch. -
Review from Lydia Z.
Austin, TX
8/18/2011
It is interesting that there are reviews from people who take there dogs to DogBoys who have "dog agressive" dogs, but DogBoys chooses to discriminate against dogs by breed, rather than do temperament testing. DogBoys doesn't love dogs, it discriminates. There are plenty of facilities that do, and DogBoys isn't one of them.
Comment from Courtney E. of DogBoy's Dog Ranch 8/18/2011
Hi, Lydia. Thank you for your feedback. We absolutely do… More » -
Review from laurie c.
8/10/2007
used to take my beloved 90-pounder here (whom we got from Town Lake Animule Shelter--thanks!) and spent a lot of time driving him up there and a lot of $ on their center. However, when he got a "red card" we had enough. They claimed he was too aggressive and it just didn't add up--basically a "red card" is like an extended time out. So what were we paying for? Our pooch to sit in his cage all day? No thanks! There are too many other good places who are willing to work with dogs of all ages like Taurus Training.
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Review from lindsey w.
Austin, TX
2/19/2009
i can't imagine a better boarding place for my dog.
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reasons why it's great:
miles and miles of land
pond/lake/water
doggie play groups
staff is so nice
really fairly priced
feed awesome dog food
totally caters to what is best for your dog
wears dogs out!
gives awesome feedback
conscious staff and owners
I would recommend this place with all my heart. my dog loves it! -
Review from tyler A.
TX
1/18/2007
I started taking my dog here for day care when he was 9 months old and I was commuting to North Austin every day for work. My dog had way too much energy but when I took him to day care here, he would be completely exhausted and fall asleep when I brought him home. Great place for day care and boarding. It's not cheap though, but I'd rather pay $32 a night knowing that he gets to run around the fields all day on a ranch compared to being let out every few hours in a pen.
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Review from Kelly L.
Austin, TX
12/31/2010
I cannot say enough good things about Dog Boys. I've been taking my two dogs to Dog Boys for over 5 years now, and I've never been disappointed.
I can honestly say that my dogs are downright depressed when they have to leave. And I'm afraid that given the option of living with me and living at Dog Boys, they would choose Dog Boys in a heartbeat.
15 acres with a couple ponds where they get to run and play with other dogs??? I guess I could understand why they would choose them over me. Five paws up. -
Review from Chris H.
Austin, TX
7/21/2010
Dogboy's is the perfect place to enjoy the well-balanced doggy lifestyle. Only spayed/neutered dogs allowed with plenty of TLC and playtime.
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Review from Sandy H.
Round Rock, TX
3/9/2008
BO, my Jack Russell Terrier has been attending Dogboys for a year. He has a lot of energy,and is drained when I pick him up. The great activities that are offered by the trainers are swimming in the pond,going for long hikes on the 15 acres of fenced property and lots of TLC.
Bo falls asleep on the drive home,and can't wait to go again.
It's a great feeling knowing he is having a blast and making new friends. -
Review from Molly R.
Travis, TX
5/14/2011
Our dogs love coming here. They get to play, run, and relax the day away. I love how when I pick them up, I get a report on how they did and then they sleep for days. The staff is friendly and very accomodating. I know my pups are safe, loved, and well taken care of my people who love dogs. I took off a star because each one of my dogs, on separate occasions have come home with kennel cough. I called and told the staff and they were extremely caring and concerned. Perhaps my dogs are more suceptible to it even with the vaccination, who knows? but I have and will continue to bring my dogs back to Dogboys whenever we travel, they just like it too much:)
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Review from Joel M.
Austin, TX
2/17/2011
My dog Frieja and I are still new to Dogboy's but already know this is what we've been looking for. After an exhaustive search for boarding and training places, I came across their website. My friends call me a "heliopter dad" because I hover of my girl so that lets you know that I only want the best for her. I began emailing with Rebecca to learn about Dogboy's, the training, the boarding, and my goals for Freija. We did an evaluation day of daycare. I was anxious all day until I went to pick her up. She came home happy didn't seem like traumatized from being away from me like she usual. Today, I dropped her off for charm school and a few days of boarding. Everyone there is super nice and remembered her even from the one day she was there! Rebecca came to take her and Freija took to her IMMEDIATELY... and she's a shy dog when it comes to people. I am super happy with this place. If I were I dog, this is where I'd want to go for my "vacations"... it's like a B&B for pups! I already know I'll be taking Freija there A LOT!!!
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Review from Otis H.
Dale, TX
8/3/2007
This is a really special place. My dog has a blast when he's there and I'm so glad there's a place like this. They even have a pond and the dogs get to swim! They go on hikes etc. This is really a fun place for the dogs. It's also an all spay and neuter facility which is great! I mean with so many dogs in the shelters, it's so shocking to me that anyone is still keeping their dogs intact. They require the dogs to have a name tag and they also require the shot records be sent to them before the dog comes to the facility. Be aware though, your dog will come home dirty so if you don't want to bring home a stinky dog, I'd suggest you order up a nice bath for your pooch. Just make sure they dry them so you don't have a wet dog when you go pick them up. That's happened to me once.
My only complaint is that it seems like they may be getting too busy. They used to bring me my dog and tell me how he did, what he did etc. Now they seem rushed and bring my dog and rush off. I'll try and ask a few questions but they're super busy so I feel sort of bad trying to pry it out of them. So I think they may be having some growing pains. I would still by all means recc. them and hopefully they'll get adjusted to the volume or reduce the amount of dogs they take at a time thus reducing the amount of work and giving them more to time for customer service. -
Review from jackie m.
Pflugerville, TX
6/13/2010
My doggie loves this place. We have boarded him overnight several times and we also take him in for just the day to play with the boys. Great, caring dog people. Would & have recommend to everyone. If you are careful about your dog's care, this is the place for him.
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Review from rene n.
Austin, TX
6/2/2010
A+++++++++++++++ ad infinitum!!
i have utilized the brilliance of this facility for years, for MANY different reasons, and have ALWAYS come back over the moon, as have my dogs.
first, i called on them for some training. brilliant. paula, the director, is an incredible trainer and reeeeaaalllly knows her stuff. if you have ever wanted to find someone who speaks/understands dog language, she is the one.
then i took my dogs there for both day care & boarding. this is the first time EVER that i put my 11 y.o. in a boarding facility, and i was completely at peace, knowing he was getting the best of everything. including grooming, by the BEST EVER nail trimmer, marcella! she is amazing!
just yesterday, i took my 11y.o. who is a tripod (3 legged) in for a therapeutic massage w/christina who was seriously a TRUE HEALER!!
my dog was not feeling well, on antibiotics, lethargic, not eating, not wanting to come inside etc,,,,,,,and last nite he was happy, hungry, peaceful, sleeping back inside, and full of vim and vigor! it was transformational! and the special grooming he got from paula and marcella made him feel great too!
i cannot say enough about dogboys!! they are really truly wonderful.
in fact, i have NEVER put a bumper sticker on my car, and i just put the dogboys bumper sticker on with pride!!
go dogboys! and thankyouthankyouTHANKYOU!!!! -
Review from Heidi L.
Austin, TX
8/28/2009
if you really loved your dog, you'd take him to dogboy's. disneyworld is to a five-year-old as dogboy's is to your dog. they get to play in hand-selected playgroups with doggie swimming pools and big shade trees all day. really, what more does your dog want out of life? i have personally known the owners of dogboy's for a long time, and i can guarantee that they care about your pet just as much as you do, and they are constantly striving to make dogboy's better! your dog will thank you!
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Review from David S.
Austin, TX
2/20/2010
If you have a dog you love, then you will love this place. I have never encountered a place like this that puts so much care into each animal. They are attentive and my dog just loves coming here. This is about the only place that I can leave my dog and walk away guilt free. You will love it!
