Premium Dog Boarding in South Philadelphia
When your pup stays at Wag Days for pet boarding, you can rest assured they’re having tons of fun, getting lots of love, and sleeping peacefully at the end of the day. Between our quality accommodations, highly trained staff, and beautiful facility, we’re the next best thing to home!
Superior Accommodations & Amenities
Vacations aren’t just for humans anymore. We’ve created a special place that combines the comforts of home with the thrills of a canine vacation right in Philadelphia! Every day, we strive to provide an experience so enriching and fulfilling your pup will be wagging to come back.
- Deluxe private dog boarding accommodations
- Year-round climate control
- Individualized care and plenty of loving attention
- Comprehensive daily wellness checks
- Raised beds with soft bedding
- Cool, fresh water and regular feedings of your pet’s usual food
- Relaxing sounds of music
- Conveniently located on 9th and Mifflin in the Bok Building
Fun-Filled Activity Packages
At Wag Days, we treat every dog like the individual they are. That’s why we provide a range of activity options, so you can choose the perfect play and interaction schedule for your pup. No matter which package you choose, we’ll ensure your furry loved one gets all the enrichment, exercise, and adoration they deserve. Here are some of the amenities our activity packages include:
Group Play
Many dogs crave the company of their own kind—it’s in their genes, after all! Wag Days provides a secure, clean, and professionally supervised environment for dogs to play together with other friendly dogs. Each playgroup is thoughtfully selected to ensure compatible playmates and a wonderful time for all!
Custom Play
Lots of dogs want nothing more than the undivided attention of a caregiver. Our custom play option includes multiple daily play sessions, one-on-one with a specially trained team member. We’ll shower your pup with love and attention while providing all the exercise and playtime they desire.
Photo Updates
We know you miss your pup’s sweet face while you have to be apart. Some of our packages include photo updates sent right to your phone or email! Our pet parents love to see all the fun their pup is having at Wag Days while they’re away on their own travels or business.
Puppy Care
Wag Days specializes in providing loving, enriching puppy boarding for the youngest pups among us. Our Puppy Package was designed to meet all your puppy’s physical and emotional needs and includes extra play, potty breaks, a stimulating chew toy, and extra business walks—plus photos of your puppy!
Senior & Special Needs
If your pup is an older soul or has special needs, we’re honored to care for them. Our TLC Package was built specifically for dogs who need a little extra care and includes stretch breaks, unlimited administration of medication, extra walks, and orthopedic bedding. Call us to see how else we can accommodate your special needs pooch.
Safety Above All
While fun and enrichment are important to us, nothing is more important than your pet’s safety. Wag Days maintains strict wellness protocols to keep our facility impeccably clean and healthy! Here’s how we protect all the pets in our care.
- We disinfect each part of our facility twice daily with veterinary-grade cleaning products
- Temperature control keeps the dogs comfortable and safe all year
- Elevated level of staff training in safe group play and canine body language
- 24/7 security monitoring, plus a security guard on duty in the Bok building all night
- Careful playground selection based on size, temperament, and energy level
- Thorough behavioral assessment for all group play dogs
Dog Boarding FAQ
What vaccinations does my dog need to stay at Wag Days?
To protect all the guests in our care, we require proof of vaccination for Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella. We also require all our guests to be on a flea and tick preventative.
Do you require reservations?
To keep our dog boarding facility one of the safest in the area, we depend on having the right number of staff for the expected number of dogs per day. For this reason, we do require reservations.
Can I bring my dog’s own bedding?
All dogs are provided with comfortable, soft, clean bedding. If your dog is staying with us for Training, you may send a t-shirt, or small item of clothing that smells like home!
Should I bring my dog’s own food?
We want to keep your dog on the diet they’re used to, so we ask you please bring your dog’s own food, bagged and labeled per serving.
When is drop off and pick up?
You may drop your dog off at Wag Days between 7 am and 10 am Monday through Friday, and between 8 am and 10 am on Saturday and Sunday. Pick up is by 12 pm, and late checkouts will incur additional fees.
My dog takes medication. Can you give it to him/her?
Yes, we can give oral and topical medications for a small fee. We do offer a TLC Package designed for senior or special needs pets, which includes unlimited administration of medication.
Can you accommodate special needs pets?
How do you keep your facility clean?
Our facility is disinfected twice per day. The dog play areas are mopped with additional dog-safe antibacterial products every night, and water bowls are cleaned daily. Accommodations are thoroughly disinfected between guests, and bedding is laundered or replaced regularly.
What is your cancellation policy?
We ask you please notify us of any cancellations within 7 days of your reservation to avoid any cancellation fees.
