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Great Dog Days

Updated 2026-07-20 · 1,089 reviewed · 117 listed · Scored from 51 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(51) 84 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Daycare & BoardingGrooming ServicesCage-Free / Open PlayPickup & Drop-offVeterinarianDog WalkerPet SitterTraining Programs
Great Dog Days
Services
Daycare & Boarding, Grooming Services, Cage-Free / Open Play
Reviews
51

What recent reviews say

Lesley runs a home-based pet care service that consistently wins trust through daily photo updates, individual attention, and genuine connection with each dog. One serious no-show incident and slow follow-up left a deep mark, though it remains isolated in 51 reviews.

Praised for
  • attentive updates with photos and videos
  • home-based care alternative to kennels
  • genuine affection for individual pets
  • reliable and professional
  • dogs eager to return
Watch-outs
  • no-show appointment without communication
  • delayed explanation after incident
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Best for: owners seeking home-based care with daily updates and attentive supervision.
Think twice if: one incident of a no-show appointment and delayed communication response may concern those needing absolute reliability for short-notice bookings.

Strengths

  • home-based boarding and sitting (not kennels)
  • daily photo and video updates
  • meet-and-greet visits before service
  • owner's own dog (Decker) in home

Worth knowing

  • Owner has a Great Dane and a dog named Decker who live in the home
  • Video chat capability available during stays
  • Meet-and-greet offered before first pet sitting
  • Senior dogs and dogs with separation anxiety accommodated
  • Daily photo and video updates sent to owners
  • Homemade pup treats offered

What reviews say by service

Pet Sitter
praised for attentive daily visits, photos, and genuine care
Daycare & Boarding
home environment preferred over kennels; dogs stay in owner's home with Decker
Dog Walker
dogs return tired and eager for repeat walks
Training Programs
owner noted immediate behavior improvement in her dog
Pickup & Drop-off
offered as part of service package; no specific review detail

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.74 average across the 88 daycare & boarding businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 43% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 90
Review volume 75
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Contact

Address
1211 Waterford Forest Cir, Cary, NC 27513

Last verified 2026-07-20

Opening hours

Monday
06:00-21:00
Tuesday
06:00-21:00
Wednesday
06:00-21:00
Thursday
06:00-21:00
Friday
06:00-21:00
Saturday
06:00-21:00
Sunday
06:00-21:00

As listed on Google.

From their website

Services listed
Pet SittingBoardingDay CareDog WalksDrop in visitsTransportation/Pet TaxiPet PartiesTraining

Credentials claimed:Fully Licensed and Insured

As published by the business on its own website; not independently verified.

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Common questions

Can I watch my dog while I'm away?
Yes, Lesley offers video chat capability during stays and sends daily photos and videos of your dog.
Will my dog meet Lesley before boarding or sitting?
Yes, a meet-and-greet visit is offered before the first service so your dog can get comfortable with her.
Does she care for senior dogs or dogs with anxiety?
Yes, reviewers mention successful care of senior golden retrievers and dogs with severe separation anxiety.

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Last updated 2026-07-20