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Hushpuppy Kisses Daycare, Grooming & Boarding

Updated 2026-08-20 · 2,523 reviewed · 136 listed · Scored from 9 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(9) 53 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Live Webcam AccessDog WalkerCage-Free / Open PlayDaycare & BoardingGrooming ServicesPet Sitter
Hushpuppy Kisses Daycare, Grooming & Boarding
Services
Live Webcam Access, Dog Walker, Cage-Free / Open Play
Reviews
9

What recent reviews say

All nine reviews praise owner Tonya for genuine care, excellent grooming, and keeping owners informed with daily photos and texts. Dogs consistently return happy and energetic. Reviewers value flexible drop-off and pickup times plus fair pricing for daycare, boarding, and grooming combined.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • personal attention from owner Tonya
  • regular photo and text updates
  • flexible scheduling for working hours
  • dogs return happy and energized
  • affordable pricing
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Best for: Owners who work long or irregular shifts and want flexible drop-off and pickup times.

Strengths

  • owner Tonya provides hands-on care and attention
  • sends daily photos and text updates
  • flexible early and late scheduling
  • combined grooming and daycare services

Worth knowing

  • Owner Tonya sends daily photos and text updates to owners
  • Accommodates 12-hour shift workers with early morning drop-off and late evening pickup
  • Dogs groomed during boarding stays
  • Home-based operation

What reviews say by service

Daycare & Boarding
Dogs return energetic and happy; owner sends regular updates
Grooming Services
Excellent grooming results; dogs look fresh and well-cared-for
Pet Sitter
Treats animals with genuine care; available for last-minute bookings

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.72 average across the 53 grooming services businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 19% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 88
Review volume 43
Review recency 0
Review sentiment 65
Profile completeness 25
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

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Last verified 2026-08-20

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Common questions

Can Tonya accommodate early morning drop-off or late evening pickup?
Yes. One reviewer mentioned she accommodates 12-hour work shifts with early morning drop-off and late evening pickup.
Do you receive updates while your dog is in daycare?
Yes. Multiple reviewers report Tonya sends photos and text updates throughout the day.

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Last updated 2026-08-20