Rocket Dog is the best. I've trusted RD for more than 12 years with my precious pups. They have a great human to dog ratio, are super attentive, and really care about my dogs. One of my pups is medically fragile and they are quick to flag any changes and call if something seems off. I've tried other places and haven't found any nearly as good as RD. Holly, the owner, and her team genuinely care about the dogs they're entrusted with and the owner community they've created. I highly recommend RD. read more

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Rocket Dog Daycare is truly something special. Holly and her entire team are beyond amazing. They clearly love what they do, and it shows in every interaction, every update, and most importantly, in how happy the dogs are. Ollie is the happiest puppy when he's there. He knows exactly where we're going the moment we turn down the street and absolutely sprints inside with excitement. He feels safe, confident, and genuinely loved, and the team has been incredible at helping him find the perfect mix of puppy friends that match his energy and personality. Ollie has been to both Rocket Dog locations, but he's a frequent flyer at the SLU location, where the team knows him so well. The facilities are always clean, safe, and thoughtfully run. The staff take exceptional care of every dog and communicate clearly and consistently, which gives us so much peace of mind. You can tell they pay attention... not just to the group, but to each individual pup. We've tried many other doggy daycares in the area and across Seattle, and Rocket Dog truly checks every single box. It's our go-to not only for daycare, but for overnight boarding as well. We trust Holly and her team completely and highly recommend Rocket Dog to any dog parent looking for reliable, loving daycare and boarding services. read more

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I've been using Rocket Dog Care for years and it's the only place I trust to board my dogs! We've used both the Ballard and new SLU location and they both have phenomenal staff that you can tell go above and beyond to care for the dogs. My dogs are always happy when we pull up and always pooped when we get back home! I love the updates I receive and all the little extras you can add on. You can tell Holly and her entire team put their all into caring for the dogs! read more

I have a small dog Tutu and he loves to play with the big boys. The staff ensures his safety while playing. I have never had a problem at rocket dog and I have tried many doggy daycares! read more

My baby corgi was so upset after her first day @ this rocket doggy day care. My poor corgi was shaking when i came to pick her up. She ended having a accident on the way home after her first day here. SHE NEVER DOES THAT. What happened to my child. Im never bring her back here. read more

We've been taking our Golden Retriever here for a year. He does daycare and we've also had time boarded for overnights. He is always so happy to arrive! The staff is so welcoming, and we always bring home a very happy pup. read more

I love this place! Super close to my house. High enough fences (10 ft?) that even my Houdini dog won't get out. And Tolliver has a blast!!!! Plus they are open weekends unlike my other go to - Fuzzy Buddys. read more

Holly owns this incredible gem. I almost don't want to give it the 5-star rave I feel compelled to because I don't want them to get more packed than they already are. She and her staff pay close attention to the dogs; they are genuinely invested in this space and what it offers for our four-legged babies. When I brought up one of my dogs' trepidation and unwillingness to enter the facility, Holly immediately showed concern and acted. Apparently, he had been spooked by the construction noise that had occurred the day before and thus was being reticent the morning after. Additionally, the pups all were fearful of and had reservations with one of the employees, who they only saw briefly and never got to interact with. This disconnect was addressed beautifully by Holly. She said the employee didn't like he didn't get time with the dogs either and that other dogs also felt unsettled by not knowing who he was, and she made sure the dogs got to meet him more, and now all is dandy. It is so refreshing to know that Rocket Dog does everything in its power to care for my pups and my coworker's pup when we can't have them at work. It also gives me joy to support a female-run business! Thank you, Holly and Team, on behalf of Dune, Onyx and Granite. read more

Peyton has being coming to Rocket Dog for over 10 years! Great place, excellent staff, and a reliable home away from home for our Doodle. She's a shy girl and doesn't love new people/places, but Holly, Boone and the Rocket Dog team have always made her feel at home. Highly recommend. read more

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Super friendly staff members and they are attentive to our dog, Kobe! Kobe is Always so excited to go into daycare. He is really excited to see Isaac and Carlos every time we drop him off. He's very stand off-ish with people, so highly impressed that it only took them a short amount of time (less than a day) to earn his trust. They also write report cards for your dogs too! read more

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Alfredo loves it here! He gets so excited when he realizes we're heading to drop him off at Rocket Dog and always comes home exhausted and ready for a good snooze. read more

Holly, Isaac, and Carlos are amazing! After rescuing our 3 month old puppy, I visited a few different doggy daycares in the area, and none of the others had the same family feel as Rocket. We wanted to be sure to get her into a place that would nurture her growth, as she had a rough start to life and is working on her confidence. We chose Rocket Dog and I'm so happy we did! After our very first time there, all of the staff knew our girl, Ella, by name. She absolutely loves the place, the people, and the other dogs. They're really flexible as well, and took Ella in for a few days of boarding when we had a last minute family situation we needed to tend to. So helpful! I also love the report cards they occasionally hand out, and the fact that they post videos to their Instagram most days. They're really just a great group of dog loving folks. Highly recommend! read more

After reading the reviews, I had high hopes for my dog, Scout, to receive boarding care at Rocket Dog while our family will be away on our vacation to Hawaii in August. He arrived this morning at 7:30 am, and the facility looked amazing. Astroturf in the front yard, a dog trampoline, etc. At 11:00 am, I got a call saying that he wasn't a "good fit." I asked if he'd been aggressive or gotten into any conflicts. The trainer said, no, that he had "shut down" when other dogs approached him to play with him. On receiving his evaluation when I picked him up within an hour from receiving the call, his "report card" stated that his personality was best described as a "teacher's pet" and a "wallflower." He was marked for being "shy" and "anxious." If you have a dog that tends to be either shy or anxious, but, nevertheless, non-aggressive, this won't be the place for you to take your dog. The trainer was knowledgable and helped me to explain that this environment wasn't the right one for Scout. While I had high hopes that it would be the Dog Disneyland I'd read about in the reviews, I ended up with the feeling that my dog had "rushed" for a fraternity on Greek row, and had fallen short of being admitted. Luckily, I've found a spot for him nearby at another boarding center that took him in without any hesitation. read more

My dog loves to come here and have fun with her fuzzy friends and her human friends as well. I love that its an inside and outside daycare and the staff is always friendly. I'll give it 6 starts if I could read more

I'm usually not a big review writer but what better a place to review dog care that a site called "Yelp"? Rocket Dog is a wonderful place. Their facility is a dog wonderland and the owners and staff are great folks. My golden retriever Leo always perks his ears when I say "Rocket Dog" and when we are approaching he starts hopping around inside the car in eager anticipation. He drags me to the Rocket Dog door with boundless delight and always has fun with his dog buddies, ending a play-filled day tired but happy. I tell everybody dog owner I know about Rocket Dog. I recommend them with high praise. read more

Rocket Dog is consistently the tops in terms of flexibility, customer service, and care for our "Schroedes." We trust them implicitly with the care of our 7+ year old Schnauzer-Poodle (Schnoodle), and he is always in good health and the best spirits when he returns from a stay there. Rocket Dog is extremely accommodating with feeding Schroeder his raw food diet, which is key for us. You can tell by talking with the staff there, that they are truly invested in the best experience for your pet. We don't take our pup anywhere else. read more

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Our anxious and escape-prone coonhound has put us through the emotional ringer. When Maggie flunked out of her last daycare for hopping their 6ft fence we didn't know what to do. Her anxiety was crippling our social life and emptying our pocket books. Luckily we found Rocket Dog! When Maggie started going to Rocket Dog we noticed a quick change in her overall demeanor. Boone and Holly quickly earned her trust and respect. Maggie comes home tired, happy and completely at ease. I can honestly say they've enhanced her life and ours. Daycare has changed from a necessity to a place where we love taking Maggie for her own enjoyment. And in case you were wondering how your dog spent her day, just read the daily report they write up for you including a few iPhotos of your dog. They truly go above and beyond, but the best part is that they don't see it that way. They just provide the care they would want for their own dogs. They are really amazing people. I can't recommend Rocket Dog enough. read more

Initially, I discovered Rocket Dog Care when I was searching for a place to keep our dog during our wedding weekend. Reading and visiting other dog care places made me nervous to leave him somewhere. We are so happy to have discovered Rocket Dog Care. They take such good care of the dogs. The dogs get taken to a dog park every day and the place itself is very welcoming to dogs with a whole house for the dogs as well as a huge backyard. In the summer, they even have pools set up for the dogs in the backyard. Therefore, by the time our dog comes home he has had a fantastic day and is exhausted. I now take him their fairly often since he enjoys it so much, and it is such a relief to have somewhere we can trust to drop him off at whenever we need to leave him somewhere overnight or just for the day. By now, we have met pretty much everyone that works at Rocket Dog Care, and they all seem very nice. read more

We absolutely LOVE using Rocket Dog as our doggie daycare!! Our dog, Roma, started going to Rocket Dog when she was about 4 months old (September 2010). We could not ask for a better couple (Holly and Boone) to take care of our puppy and make sure she gets exercise in a variety of ways. Roma gets to enjoy Greenlake walks, neighborhood walks, backyard play, AND trips to the dog park! She loves playing with her buddies and loves Holly, Boone, Caden, Denali, and Emma so much (and now Jude, their new little addition)!! I have always appreciated the time Holly and Boone take to tell us what Roma did during the day (via a newsletter with pictures they email us for each day she is there). I honestly couldn't think of a better doggie daycare than Rocket Dog - their pack is a wonderful group of dogs! -Sarah read more

I can't believe I haven't written a review yet! Holly, Boone, and team have been taking care of Louie since summer of '11. Louie was just 8 months old! They have always taken the best care of him and never had any issues or accidents. To show the level of care they have... one time Louie must have gotten a small cut or blister near his nail and started to bleed while they were at the park. I received an email with a description of the situation and a pic showing the problem and asking if I preferred they bring Louie in for the day. It was nothing and he played the rest of the day and was fine. I really appreciated them contacting me and the level of consideration. Louie goes to daycare twice a week and whenever we travel, we leave Louie with Boone and Holly because we know he'll be well taken care of. The cost of their service is reasonable and the service level outstanding. Can't say enough how much I trust them with our little guy! read more

This place is awesome. You can tell the they truly cares and loves our dogs. My dog isn't very easy to get along with all other dogs but yet they found him a buddy and my dog had a great visit. Highly recommended read more

We LOVE Rocket Dog. Our 1 y.o. wirehaired pointing griffon is a 70 lb. bowling ball of energy, and we've been sending him to Rocket Dog 2x/week for the past few months. Everyone there treats him with love and care--and we know they put up with a lot from him. He's even started napping there sometimes, which shows how comfortable he is. Rocket Dog's huge outdoor area is double fenced and super safe, which is our #1 priority. And they are extremely accommodating and responsive with schedule changes and other requests. Above all we appreciate that our dog has a safe, fun place to go get his yayas out where we know he will be well taken care of. read more

Let me start by stating I no longer take my dog here, but highly recommend, regardless. I used to live in Seattle proper so RocketDog was close and convenient. I now live in Sammamish, so fighting traffic gets old - hence why we no longer frequent. My pup had been frequenting RocketDog for several years (want to say 5-6?). After moving we even made the trek to Seattle so she could visit because we loved it so much. The thing that sells this place for me is the way they treat overnight visitors. There is a separate 'dog house' where all the dogs and a human(s) sleep. Dogs are not in kennels and feel like they are at home (or close to it). They get to sleep together in an open space on dog beds, human beds, etc. Whenever I traveled out of town I knew my pup was safe and well cared for while I was away. Unfortunately, my pup injured her leg (which required surgery) while visiting my mom's house (of all places). As such, this broke up our routine - she was down for several months and is now just getting back to full speed (she's around 8, so not the young whipper-snapper she once was). I have been searching for options closer to home and saw these reviews so wanted to add mine to the lot. I sincerely believe they take good care of your pet and do their best to make sure everyone (humans and non-humans) are safe, loved, and enjoy their time while there. One note - my dod is leash reactive - totally nutso even just after leaving a place she had spent hours at - once on the other side of the door and on a leash, it's like all bets are off - she's not super aggressive, but for those who don't know her I imagine she can be scary. I mention only because RocketDog knows my animal, handles her appropriately, and never misses a beat. She's always excited to get there (I will say she does have her favorite humans so sometimes more excited about entering depending on who greets her at the door - Sean - you know who you are :)), but she's always happy and tired to come home after a day visit, as well. Great place in my humble opinion. It's disappointing to hear others haven't had the same experience, but if you are looking for a safe, fun, and loving environment for your pet when you can't be with them, I would totally give these guys a try! PS. Sophie misses you all! read more

Our dog Lola has been going to Rocket Dog daycare since shortly after we adopted her from PAWS in November 2016. Unlike our previous dogs I simply could not walk her enough, take her to the dog park enough, entertain her enough or pray for a miracle enough. She simply needed something we didn't have. We searched for a local dog daycare and discovered Rocket Dog. If you know where Dick's Drive-In is on Holman Road, Rocket Dog is about a block directly south, behind the Windorco complex. Each dog gets to be part of the pack. I didn't really become a believer until the third or fourth week when staff said that Lola had developed a ritual of running the periphery of the yard when she arrived and then went about licking her friend's faces. She came home each day worn out and ready for sleep. Her behavioral issues at home dissipated completely after a couple months. The biggest tell however is that now Lola goes nuts about five blocks out from any direction in the morning if we get near Rocket Dog. She can't wait! Chirps, bubbles, barks. She's excited as can be about seeing her friends and being part of the pack. Lola's found her friends, her pack, at Rocket Dog. The staff require an evaluation day to see if your family member will be a good fit with the pack. We love Rocket Dog daycare. We have also left her overnight once but know we can now look forward to an extended absence if we need to leave town without our dog. We feel so lucky! Hal & Annie read more

Holly and Boone are the best doggie caregivers you'll ever know! They provide excellent customer service and really exceed your expectations. Our dog literally smiles when they come to pick him up for his beloved Marymoor park runs. When we board Thomas with them we feel as if we are leaving him with family. read more

We've been taking our dog Ginny to Rocket Dog for over 3 months now. She started as 5 month old puppy and she's loved it every day. The other day when Holly dropped her off, she didn't want to come in the house. It meant the fun day was over! Besides our girl having fun there, what does Rocket Dog offer that other places don't? First, their prices are super competitive. I never saw anyone cheaper. Second, they offer to pick up and drop off, which is incredibly convenient. Third, she comes home much cleaner than she did at other doggy day care places. Fourth, Boone and Holly are super flexible, which means adding/canceling last minute appointments is possible. And five, Boone and Holly are awesome. They'll love your dog like it is their own. read more

Rocket dog care is the only place I trust with my little Razzleberry. She has been going there since she was 7 weeks and that is her home away from home. They feel like family and I'm so thankful to have found such a great place. They update me while I'm away and tell me all about her adventures. She gets to play all day then have a slumber party with the other pups. It's a win, win. Whether is daycare or an overnight I know she's in great hands. TAKE YOUR PUP HERE, you'll be happy you did :) read more

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We moved away from Seattle over a year ago and still wish we had Rocket Dog with Boone and Holly. Ginny would get daily trips to Magnuson Park with Boone and Holly and there is just nothing to compare in the Bay Area. Prices are also so outrageous here. :( read more

Our 8 year old miniature poodle had the best 2 1/2 week boarding stay at Rocket Dog Care. While it's not near our home, we selected Rocket Dog after reading reviews and meeting Holly and Boone and deciding it was worth the drive (an hour each way without traffic!). We are always a bit nervous leaving our little guy after some mediocre-at-best stays at other places previous summers, but this was fantastic and I have peace of mind knowing he can go back in the future and be well cared for. I picked him up after 18 days and he was happy, healthy, and full of energy. He mixed well with both the big and small dogs and had plenty of human interaction too. Great open play space and amazing "dog house" for inside and sleeping time too. Grateful for this experience. Thank you Holly, Boone, and Team! read more

I am very happy with Rocket Dog and so are my two small dogs-- they start squealing as we drive toward their neighborhood and cannot wait to see Boone and Holly in the morning. It's nuts. Rocket Dog is a family business with very reasonable rates for the amount of work and menu of services that they provide. They limit the intake of dogs for reasonable pack sizes. Amongst other services, Rocket Dog offers an off the leash day care adventure service, so my dogs get to go to their favorite place in the world -- Magnuson off the leash park, and then off Rocket Dog's back yard for more recreation. Holly and Boone work really hard, it's been a pleasure to give them my business, and my dogs love them. The BEST part (for me at least) is the photos they send at the end of the day showing my dogs having fun running with a pack and fetching. I don't have to wonder what happend today because of the reports that they send. Those pictures make my day. Oddly enough the dogs come home very clean (and tired). It's really a great service and a good fit for dogs that need to burn off some steam for the day. read more

Our dog, Dexter, has been coming to Rocket Dog for about a year and half now, and he absolutely loves it!!! He always has SO much energy but on the days he goes to daycare he comes back completely exhausted and sleeps the rest of the day. Holly and Boone have really made this a personal and seamless experience. They come and pick the dogs up in the morning and drop them off late afternoon. They typically take the dogs to different dog parks and make sure they get plenty of time outdoors. There aren't any kennels and they don't keep the dogs cooped up, rather they have converted the house next door into a huge "dog" house where they can walk around, play with the other dogs and sleep on couches and beds. They always leave notes telling us what the dogs did that day, and let's just say Dexter has quite a few friends and gets to swim, play fetch, and run around like a crazy dog. Oh, and as far as price goes, it's very competitive and the same as many other places we looked at that don't offer nearly as much as Rocket Dog does (pick up/drop off, park outings, etc.). I feel extremely lucky we found them and would HIGHLY recommend their services to anyone looking for good care for their dogs. read more

Fantastic job. Boone and Holly are the best. After having a bad experience with our Boxer pup at a dog ranch (which shall remain nameless), Rocket Dog restored our faith in doggie day care and boarding. They treat your pup like a member of their growing family. Daily updates with photos let you know what your best friend has been up to. We couldn't be happier. Fannie will be a regular for day long excursions to the park and for long weekends and more extended vacation stays. 5 Stars all the way! Thanks, Rocket Dog! read more

Well I have a small dog and I am very skeptical about who I leave him with.But I trusted others reviews and I am so Lucky I did.The facility itself is clean and these people really do care.I feel at ease do to the staff.5 stars all the way! read more

Rocket Dog Care is absolutely the best Dog daycare around. The owners are great, their services are great, and it's impossible to find this quality of service anywhere! 2 thumbs up and 5 stars to Holly and Boone. read more

Hands down the best doggy daycare in Seattle. It's completely cage-free, they take park excursions, there's an outdoor relief and play area so the dogs arent subjected to going inside, and the dogs are always so tired after! You can tell the staff really cares about animals, unlike many of the ones you find in downtown Seattle. My dog would start SCREAMING, wagging, and twirling in the car when we'd get close and bolt straight in. You know they are extremely attentive too; we've ran into a couple of the staff at Magnuson park after not having gone in a while and were so impressed they managed to recognise him amongst the hundreds of dogs. One of our only regrets of moving out of state and being unable to take our dogs there; there's nothing even close in comparison read more

My dog was shy and used to apartment living when we moved here from NYC. At Rocket Dog he's become part of the pack and is much more social with other dogs. And, the best part, he learned how to swim. He's like an otter when we go into Puget Sound! read more

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Our dog LOVES spending time at Rocket Dog. She always comes home happy and it's good to know that she's in good hands.

I really like Rocket Dog Care and had been going here for the last two years. I have two rescue pibbles who have been going fairly consistently and rocket dog has been exceptional in helping me with my dogs. Unfortunately one of them was just deemed not fit for the group as she gets very excited and was stalking a dog. My understanding was she was aggravating another dog but there was no harm. While I understand and that behavior is never allowable, I wish I had gotten a bit more of a warning ahead of time since the last couple of times I've had positive feedback when I picked her up and she had only been written up one time about 6-7 months ago. I was rather taken aback when I found out she wasn't allowed back and it made me a bit sad. My older one is still allowed to come but since he could literally care less and prefers to sleep 16 hours a day it wouldn't make sense to take him. Really great staff and owners and they were kind enough to refund my package. I'm just bummed that my dog is no longer a fit and wish there were other options and recommendations provided to me since my dog is actually a sweet dog and just gets overexcited. She didn't have the best socialization when she was rescued and I've been doing my best to get her to a better place. read more

I have been taking Hunter to Rocket Dog Care for over a month now and each day that I drop him off he is eager to go and play and every night when my boyfriend picks him up, he is completely exhausted and happy! For an owner of a now 5 month of GSD puppy a tired, exhausted and happy pup is the best kind! Boone and Holly are so wonderful and I can not thank them enough! If you need a great doggie day care in the north Seattle area, bring your puppy here! read more

Ok, I've been meaning to leave Holly and Boone a review for a long time. After at odds about what to do with all my vizsla's energy while I work full time in the construction industry, I found rocket dog. It was my first experience with daycare and seeing if others could handle my dog Brinkley's over-the-top personality. It went great. He was exhausted every night and he really learned good social skills. Since then we have moved away from Seattle, but I wish we had as good of a daycare here in Cali. You are definitely in good hands here. read more