We've been going to Fritz for a few years with a couple pairs of dogs. Our latest dog (high energy) had a mishap while we were out of town this last week. But Jose the general manager is awesome! He took complete care of her and kept us updated while we were gone (regular text updates, took dog to/from vet, personal supervision/care in lobby after vet, meds, and after hours drop off of forgotten meds to nearby home). read more

Everyone should use The Fritz Kennel for their boarding or daycare needs. the staff is wonderful and the facilities are the best for the social, health and wellbeing of your fur baby. We trust them with our elder dog Crockett. Their structure and focus on the dogs is impeccable! highly recommend! S. Sample read more

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I would have to give Fritz Kennel a solid 4 stars. I haven't had my girl housed overnight, but I can say there is a lot of land or area for all types and sizes of dogs to run and play. The spaces are broken up into several areas for larger to smaller dogs. During your dogs stay of course they get interaction with the various dogs and the trainers continuously ensure good play behavior by all. If there are certain behavior you would like them to help your dog out, i.e., with kids they will do what they can to accommodate. The owner and staff are all very personable and provide feedback and genuinely happy to have the time to take care of your dog. Prices are very reasonable, I would say slightly cheaper than most and all dogs have the obligatory behavior assessment and require the necessary shots before they are allowed in. read more

Fritz Kennel - Can anyone guess which dog is mine? It's the one smiling.... - Pet Sitting Near Me - Houston, Texas

We started taking our puppy here when she was around 7 months! She's now over a year and we still take her here! When trying to find a kennel I did so much research into finding the perfect one. Fritz kennel is a small veteran owned business, which means they really know their clientele. They offer a variety of boarding services to make sure your pup feels comfortable. They have indoor/outdoor kennels so there is less risk of your pup getting a UTI ! There is always someone on sight in case of emergencies. & their customer service is great. The owner even took the time to talk through all of their services with me. If you are looking for a kennel I cannot say enough good things about Fritz. Mackey & humans love the Fritz Kennel! read more

Love, love this place! After a last minute cancellation with my sister-in-law due to the fact of my other (incredibly narcissistic) sister-in-law & hubby needed a place to stay & they flat out told nice/kind/pushover s-i-l that the pups could not be there during their stay because of various lies, we were frantic trying to find boarding options for the NYE weekend. We have used Fritz in the past & we usually use this kennel as a back-up to our regular place but I'm thinking of making this place our go-to for future boarding. H called & they asked for the boys names & before you can say "Bob's your Uncle" we had secured lodging for the boys for that weekend. The staff is phenomenal & you can tell they lurve their job & the pups. They have a private room for our boys but also let them out to play with the rest of the pups during their stay without nickel & diming us to death with "playdates". So I know our boys are being socialized & have time to play. Huge bonus: they give our boys a bath before we pick up because they play hard. The boys always need a couple of days to sleep off all the activity of boarding but seem happy & healthy. This place is a win-win! The staff are proactive with the pups & do not mind when a nervous momma calls to see how her babies are doing. Drop off & pick up is quick, a well oiled machine!!! Thank you, Fritz Kennel for looking after our pups. read more

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I cannot say enough about Fritz kennel.. The moment I drove in the driveway I was greeted by the friendly staff .. Also Pat the owner went over and above for my dogs. I have never put my dogs in boarding so was a little nervous but they were beyond wonderful!! The dogs are able to play during the day with other dogs not stuck in a kennel all day ... look no more this is your place.. read more

We love this place and so do both of our schnauzers! I've always had dogs come out of a kennel sick or upset, but the two we have now just come home tired from playing so hard! We got a great "report card" when we picked them up and they are always accommodating when we call to check on the pooches. read more

Our dogs are part of our family so we are always cautious leaving them while traveling. We heard good things about The Fritz Kennel & decided we would give them a shot while staying in Houston. From the moment we pulled up we were impressed. We were greeted at our car to assist with our dogs. The staff was very thorough & although the were busy they gave us a tour of the facility. When we picked up our pups the staff brought them to the car. We felt like they not only cared about our dogs but valued our time as well. Our dogs also seemed like they were very happy. Every individual we dealt with was so nice. If you live in Houston or are traveling to Houston with you fur babies, we HIGHLY RECOMMEND "THE FRITZ KENNEL" read more

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Was not informed they had added a $10 "daily play charge" (which amounts to $45 a day if you want your dog to see sunlight) after coming there for nearly a year. When I got charged an extra $80 after getting back from my vacation, I found the charges to be out of line, as I was not informed there would not be additional costs beyond the $35/day. I emailed management and was ultimately refused future service because I spoke up about the charges (he got so offended that I describe the charges as "insane" that I was told never to come back LOL). So just be warned they will not tell you up front of all the charges, and if you have a problem, they'll make you feel like the crazy one. I have never been treated like that by any business before. read more

I would highly recommend Fritz Kennel if you're in need of boarding or day care for you dog. They have an amazing staff and will accommodate whatever needs you have. They go above and beyond for your dogs and treat you like family!!! read more

Amazing people who went out of their way to assist us. We had just moved to town for a new job and our big dog was having trouble with staying in a hotel. A work associate recommended Fritz and we were amazed at how they accommodated our unique situation and to let us bring our big boy to stay. Great staff, and amazing ownership. read more

We just picked up our 2 year old pup from the Fritz Carlton for the 5th time and she seems very well cared for each time. They know her name and seem genuinely happy to see her when we walk through the door. At first we took our dog to Petsmart Pet Hotel and frankly it was just a bit too pricey, so when we found the Fritz Carlton we were happy with the price and quality of the accommodations. For considerably less, a dog gets a dog run -- an inside/outside kennel. Yes, the kennel is behind a residence and floors are not newly finished but everything is very clean and well maintained. Since we've started taking her there, they have been improving their service. They have extended hours for pick-up on Sundays, they can administer vaccinations (nice when your dog's shots have just expired), they do grooming (and a very good job) and offer play time as well as treats for your pet. The service has always been friendly and professional. read more

Update 2: To Lisa Milstein below, advertiser of Fritz Kennel and GetGrouby employee: I log in today after almost a week and see the email as well the Yelp review. On top of it, I get other Yelpers messaging me with the EXACT same experience that I had. Are they ALL working for Groupon now and making things up? Plus I see you flagrantly violate terms of Yelp considering your work for both Fritz Kennel (as their advertiser) and you are a GetGrouby employee. Your nonsense about gift certificates doesn't hold because they simply REFUSED TO take our first two vouchers. We were new customers when we took our two dogs. It was after about half an hour's haggling that they took it after they demanded we pay extra to "compensate" them. Tax is 8.25%, so unless their regular grooming is $200-300 for small short haired dogs of 10 pounds, how does paying an extra of $15-20 per dog make sense? And why should we not get a refund for the other certificates? How do you expect us to give gifts when we KNOW what kind of an abysmal service they are going to get? I've reported you to Yelp for TOS violation that clearly state employees of a business cannot write reviews. Your other fake account has been reported as well. Nobody deserves this kind of dismal and appalling customer service and your company doesn't deserve to be in business. If I were the owner, I'd fire you for your gross ineptitude and lack of basic customer service skills. You could've retained a customer and earned referrals. Now all you are going to get is bad publicity out of this. For shame, seriously. ********************** Update 1: So this review is to basically call out the fake review written above for Fritz Kennel by their advertiser. It has been written by Get Grouby employee Lisa Milstein. As stated in my previous review, all this started when the groomer at Fritz refused to accept Get Grouby vouchers for a grooming package. After about half hours back and forth, she finally took them but claimed we'd have to pay extra to "make up" for the difference between the coupon value and the grooming price they charge. O_o So we decided to get a refund from Get Grouby. After calling and emailing Get Grouby several times and dealing with 3 different people, I found out that Fritz Kennel is owned by a friend of Lisa Milstein. The first time I called/emailed GetGrouby.com, I was told they'd "investigate" and get back to me. This was November end of 2010. No one ever called back. Then I emailed a few times in February, and then finally this month I called on a Monday. I spoke to someone named James Pruett (who also seems to run the website) and he said that he was busy till Friday, but he would take care of it that day. He also asked me to send an email detailing everything, which I did. Come Friday, nothing. I wait till Monday and then called this Tuesday. James Pruett answered and passed on the phone to Lisa M who at first tried to make an excuse about coupons being expired. Umm, except they are valid for 30 more days. Then she gave me several other excuses and then finally asked to email her the details. I emailed her immediately to which she replied that her "investigation" will be done by Wednesday or Thursday. Well, its Friday. Nothing. Funny she promptly came here the day I spoke to her and writes a fake glowing review of Fritz Kennel which is a clear violation of Yelp TOS. You cannot review a business you are associated with! What I don't understand is that I and my husband bought a total of 7 of these coupons (one per type of dog--long hair/short hair/above or below 50 lbs yadda, yadda), out of which we attempted to use 2 (and weren't able to, till we paid $15-20 extra). So at the very least, these scamsters should have had the decency to refund us for the other 5 unused coupons. That Get Grouby would sink so low to keep $135 bucks of mine, instead of fixing an issue with a repeat customer is just outright pathetic. At this rate, it really makes me wonder how either one of these businesses even survive. I also noticed that on BBB website, the rating is F for both the places. Shocker! Not. Basically, don't trust Get Grouby with your money. I think they are on their way out of business anyway. Thankfully my credit card bank assured me that my chargeback will be taken care of. read more

Best experience I have had for my pup that didn't cost an arm and a leg. Everyone was efficient, friendly, helpful, and most importantly... they loved my dog. I am a very picky dog owner and I would absolutely reconnect this place. Disregard the unhappy comment below, the kennel is under new ownership and Patrick is awesome. They are fixing to start puppy day camp, and the cost is $15 (AND they get to play outside). Do it. Do it. Do it. You won't regret it. read more

I was lucky enough to find the Fritz Kennel after my other daycare spot closed down suddenly in Jan 2014. Little did a I realize that they were actually more convenient than my other place! Since then, they have been nothing but wonderful and accommodating. They always take good care of my mutt (even putting up with her newly acquired barking and herding tendencies)! My dog is thoroughly tired after a playing at their facility! They also do a great job boarding, offering to bathe her towards the end (for an addt'l fee) so she comes home clean. Price are reasonable for both daycare and boarding too! My dog looks forward to going here everyday and I'm so glad to have found a place that I can trust. Very much recommend the Fritz Kennel!! read more

We have been coming to fritz for last 5 years, they took care of our older jack Russell and treated him like a king . And now they take care of our Boston terrier Bruce who is a "spaz" and our spirited mutt Shenanigans. They do a great job and we are always happy to drop them off there for our trips. read more

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My dog buster came home with scratches on his body . I informed them about it. They said. That he was playing with other dogs but these scratches were more than a few. read more

Pat is amazing! Staff is amazing! Everyone is so helpful. I feel very comfortable dropping my dog off for day care. I know he is in good hands. read more

My Dog Beau Jack is going here since 6 weeks ago, and has boarded there for a few times already, and he enjoyed me dropping him off today, which has not been easy which his rescue past. He comes back tired from a day of daycare and more importantly ... Happy. Keep it up to all of Fritzels (as I called it after my favorite New Orleans Jazz music venue). I only wish the day care hours were a bit longer by opening closer to 7am. read more

We love Fritz! So glad we're able to bring our pup Charlie here for daycare and the occasional overnight care. She loves being dropped off and always super tired when she's picked up! Everyone is always so friendly and greets her by name. Best of all, it's only a few minutes from home. Highly recommend! read more

We love the Fritz Kennel!! Pat and his amazing staff (Gracie, Mario, Josh & Jalen) treat our dog Charley like family. He hasn't been to a sleep over kennel since Feb of 2020 and he was very nervous & reluctant to stay. They worked with him until he felt comfortable interacting with the other dogs. Throughout the weekend, they posted pictures of Charley on their Facebook page. In every one, he's smiling and playing. We will definitely use them again. read more

I've been dropping off my 2 year old pitbull boxer mix here for 6+ months for their doggie daycare and he absolutely loves it. I take him once every 2 weeks and every time I pick him up he has the biggest smile on his face and is knackered for daysss! They put your pup through a temperament test before accepting/ rejecting your dog which I very much appreciate bc some places like Petsmart will automatically reject your pooch if he/ she is mixed with any pitbull. The cost for $22/day is also a decent price, but if it were slightly cheaper I may go more often. However, I'm not complaining. So far Fritz seem great and I have a satisfied and knocked out pup to thank them for. read more

My puppy loves going to Fritz kennel. They pick the dogs up at the front door and treat them as if it was their own.

We got a new rescue pup Sammy and he loves it at Fritz's. He is a nervous dog and licks the air constantly and walks in circles alot. When I go to pick him up at Fritz's I took a look at him in on the playground and there was none of that nervous behavior. I will always take Sammy to Fritz's! Five stars! read more

Our dogs had a great experience here! Wonderful staff and loved the report cards at the end of their stay. Our dogs will definitely be returning! read more

Our lab (Sadie) loves her visits at the kennel. She always look forward to her morning ride to the kennel. Every staff at Fritz is friendly. Their boarding and grooming service are also excellent. Highly recommend this place for anyone who wants to send their baby for puppy daycare or boarding! read more

Felt compelled to update this since so much time has passed. The Fritz Kennel employees truly go above and beyond so that your dog (and you) are happy. I've been bringing my dog Dakota here since December 2014 for daycare, boarding, and baths. She practically jumps out of the car from excitement when we turn the nearby corner - she knows she's going to be well taken care of by the staff, whether it be for the day or a week. read more

The Fritz Kennel has been outstanding to work with. I have a high maintenance Yorkie who thinks she runs the universe! The Fritz Kennel has been a joy to work with and helps the senior pet have fun and socialize with the other animals and yet give her the space to be loved and showered with hugs and carried around like she is a queen. Thanks to all of you for your many kindnesses! read more

Fritz is fantastic!!!! Our two dogs have been going to Fritz for daycare and boarding for over 2 years. Our dogs absolutely love Fritz! The staff are the best they care for our fur babies as much as we do! The facility is wonderful and they have been so accommodating and extremely friendly. Our dogs have so much fun at daycare and they come back happy and tired and they look forward to going every time we drive up. One of our dogs is deaf and Fritz has been so fantastic with him they really care about the dogs and take the time to get to know them. Thank you so much Fritz for being so caring to Atticus and Charlotte. We are so glad we found you!!! read more

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We love the Fritz and so does our dog, Cooper.

This place is the next best thing to our home for our Molly. She loves the staff and when I pick, her up, even from a long stay, she is happy to see me but still wants to play with the staff. They go to great lengths to make her comfortable and to get her active. Molly is always happy when I drop her off too. She goes with one of the staff with no reservations. Fritz is the best and I am so relaxed when I leave my dog with them. I know she is in great hands. I can tell the staff love our pups and are dedicated to their jobs. Fritz is the best. read more

I've been taking my 3 year old, adopted Brittany, Brody, here for a few months now. Taken him to both dog day care and have boarded him with the "unlimited" play time for an extra $10/day. These people are fantastic-- Brittanys are usually very sweet, social dogs, but Brody is an interesting case. He was a stray and has some pretty serious Dog aggression/ social issues. He wont go after a dog, but when a dog comes up to him (which is how dogs interact) he snaps and sometimes will even bite. Needless to say, he basically has no use for other dogs. But he is very active and loves to play outside! They did the temperament test and he passed. And now every time I take him they tell me how good he did. You can tell the staff here really cares about the pups and take the time to get to know them. When he comes home he's pooped as can be. They are also pretty affordable compared to the other places right down the street! I will keep taking Brody here as long as they will have him! Keep up the good work. read more

We love this place. If your looking for someone or someplace that cares for your family pets as much as you do...this is the place. Pat and his people are wonderful. You never know the depth of caring until you have an issue. We boarded our 3 dogs for 10 days. Our beautiful Anna was 18 years old. She had some problems. They called us...we were out of the country. They rushed her to Vergi 24/7 care center. Pat thank you to you and your team for the caring, support and kindness you gave us and Anna. On a lighter note our 2 yellow labs slept for 2 days when they came home...great job that is not easy to do! read more

A friend referred me to this kennel after I was told it had gone through some new management. I was very impressed! The staff, cleanliness of facilities and attention to my pet was over the top. I will be coming back, considering this place is better than the kennel I used to take him to and much more reasonably priced. read more

Been kenneling our GSP here for a few years now, when we go out of town. Great pricing for the quality and care you/your pet will receive. Highly recommend! read more

I love Fritz. The personnel really love the dogs and you can tell. Every staff member greets my dog in the morning when I drop off. They know the dogs by name. We boarded for over 2 weeks one time and they were so good at posting pictures on Facebook so you can see your puppy. When my water broke with my son, we were able to get our dog in for boarding due to the emergency. Fritz was so accommodating and understanding. I love the Fritz family. This is a local business owned by a veteran and I am happy to support it! read more

My dog has some aggression towards other dogs. She also never gets locked up. I was so scared she would be barking the whole time and trying to dig out. I was happy to hear that she behaved well and they had no issues with her. Finally a place I can take my dog when I am going to have a long day away from the house. I know the only reason she didn't have issues is because of the attention they gave her! read more

I cannot say enough positive things about Fritz Kennel. They are loving, caring, very professional and take care of every detail necessary. They handled the care of my elderly girl in the worse case scenario and I am comforted knowing that she was loved every second of her stay. My two other dogs (2 year old labs) absolutely love going to Fritz and are worn out from playing every time we've picked them up. Thanks to all Fritz caregivers and employees..... they are all extended family to me. read more

This is the best day care and kennel I have found in Houston! I have been taking my dogs there for at least 3 years. There are great people who run the kennel, fabulous customer service and a love of dogs that truly shows! The staff are great at caring for the dogs, playing with them and keeping you updated (if you'd like) on social media so you know how your little ones are doing :) TRULY above others in terms of staff, caring and value. Also, in all the time I've been coming, my animals always come back clean, I have never found a flea, AND the Fritz is a clean and nice environment to board as well! read more

We've brought our beloved Marilyn to Fritz Kennel the past few times we have had out of town travel. Over the summer she spent around 10 days. She is always happily greeted at the door when we bring her in. I believe she really enjoys the play and interaction with the staff and other pets. When we pick her up she's always well groomed. Thanks for the great service! read more