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RDU Pet Resort

Updated 2026-08-20 · 2,523 reviewed · 136 listed · Scored from 199 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(199) 77 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Training ProgramsLive Webcam AccessPuppy ProgramsPet SitterPickup & Drop-offDaycare & BoardingGrooming ServicesDog Walker
RDU Pet Resort
Services
Training Programs, Live Webcam Access, Puppy Programs
Reviews
199

What recent reviews say

Dogs and owners alike enjoy coming back; staff are known for handling anxious pets well and tailoring play groups to each dog's needs. One-star reviews from three years ago raised serious concerns about crate time during daycare, facility size, and lack of communication on cancellations, though the bulk of recent feedback is strongly positive.

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

Praised for
  • friendly and caring staff
  • dogs happy to return
  • clean, comfortable environment
  • responsive and accommodating
Watch-outs
  • dogs confined to crates for long periods
  • lack of transparency about cancellations and fees
  • small facilities
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Best for: Dogs needing responsive daycare or boarding with staff who know them by name.
Think twice if: If crate time and facility transparency matter to you; past complaints suggest you should ask about both before booking.

Strengths

  • on-site veterinary office for emergencies
  • staff personalize play groups and routines per dog
  • responsive to last-minute bookings

Worth knowing

  • Staff personalize play groups (e.g., matching a Jack Russell with larger dogs per owner request)
  • On-site vet treated a dog's illness during boarding without delay
  • Staff member Danielle provided one-on-one attention for dog with separation anxiety
  • No charge for first visit when customer was out of town

What reviews say by service

Daycare & Boarding
Dogs appear content and tired after daycare; staff customize play and rest schedules.
Grooming Services
One senior dog received excellent grooming.
Pet Sitter
Responsive and accommodating for last-minute needs.
Veterinarian
On-site vet treated a boarded dog's illness immediately.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.73 average across the 111 daycare & boarding businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 76% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 74
Review volume 100
Review recency 67
Review sentiment 57
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
169
4
14
3
2
2
3
1
11

Contact

Address
8604 Jersey Ct, Raleigh, NC 27617
Open in Google Maps

Last verified 2026-08-20

Opening hours

Monday
07:00-19:00
Tuesday
07:00-19:00
Wednesday
07:00-19:00
Thursday
07:00-19:00
Friday
07:00-19:00
Saturday
08:00-16:00
Sunday
16:00-18:00

As listed on Google.

From their website

Services listed
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Common questions

What happens if my dog gets sick while being boarded?
A veterinary office is on-site; staff can provide immediate treatment without leaving the premises.
Do you customize play groups?
Yes. Staff have arranged play groups by individual dog preference, such as pairing a small dog with larger dogs per owner request.

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Last updated 2026-08-20