Pet boarding service · Memphis, TN · reviewed since 2013
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%83+45.3Reliability 24%65+15.8Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%70+4.9Momentum penalty79−2.1Experts Score= 78Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.78SCORE
BGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#113 of 188 mobile dog groomersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 40%
4.9★★★★★559 Google reviews · 24 photos
92%five-star reviews
4.69★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
8.6%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Customers frequently praise BrownDog Lodge for attentive staff, personalized care, and convenient camera access during daycare and boarding services. Recurring themes include friendly communication, easy drop-off procedures, and effective grooming, though some reviewers note that overnight pricing can be high. A pattern of criticism in lower-rated reviews highlights instances of missed scheduled services, such as feeding, bathing, or nail trims, as well as concerns regarding health monitoring and reservation consistency.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 559 reviews (92% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 559 Google reviews (310 with written comments, 21 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 56% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 16, 2026.
Service: Mobile Dog Groomer serving Memphis, Tennessee.
Data from Google, last updated November 2, 2026.
Score profile vs other mobile dog groomers
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and value; weakest: reliability.
BrownDog Lodge - MemphisMobile Dog Groomers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.BrownDog Lodge - Memphis: 83/100 on this factor. Category median: 85.A
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ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.BrownDog Lodge - Memphis: 65/100 on this factor. Category median: 82.B
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Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.BrownDog Lodge - Memphis: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
100
ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.BrownDog Lodge - Memphis: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
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MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.BrownDog Lodge - Memphis: 79/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.B
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Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.BrownDog Lodge - Memphis: 70/100 on this factor. Category median: 50.B
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Star ratings
559 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars51792%
4 stars254%
3 stars71%
2 stars20%
1 star81%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 310 written reviews
98%praise
Praise25098%
Complaints62%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price325%
Reasonable867%
Overpriced00%
Not sure18%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude10943%
Would recommend5020%
Quality & results3714%
Speed & response177%
Price & value166%
Honesty & trust166%
Communication114%
What customers talk about
We read 310 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Always so helpful, upbeat and loving towards Wilson.”
“If you’re looking for a trustworthy, professional, and loving place to board your pet in Memphis, we highly recommend BrownDog Lodge!”
“Would not recommend to use this place to board your dog.”
“ORIGINAL REVIEW: I have had a great experience with Brown Dog lodge so far (3 weeks of daycare for my pup).”
“They are prompt to answering the phones and responding to needs of my pets.”
“Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a reasonably priced boarding option.”
“I would say the prices are good, but now it is obviously costing us more time to correct these mistakes.”
“If you need a place you can trust in a pinch, BROWN DOG LODGE in Memphis,TN is it.”
“The staff consistently show how much they care for our pups, and go out of their way to communicate at an exceptional level to make us feel so at ease.”
People customers mention
Daycare5 reviews
Stevie4 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired BrownDog Lodge - Memphis for 6 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
MMJ6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 2 weeks ago★★★★★
My original review was meant for Brown Dog Lodge Germantown! I appreciate the BDL East Memphis Team's thoughtful response and look forward to bringing our dog here for a better experience than at the other location!
SShellyLocal Guide · 13 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
Kudos to all the employees at browndog lodge they took very good care of our baby while we were out of town. They gave him a bath and had him all cleaned up when we returned to pick him up. The staff took time with harlo they even took pics with him. They didn't mind that I called everyday to check on him. This was…
AAriel4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★
My mom placed him here once and seemed like my puppy was fine when she picked him up so I decided to do boarding again except this time I booked a room with a camera. Before I dropped him off he ate and pottied. After I dropped him off which was at 7am they had not fed him or taken him out to potty or play time… it…
Not sureDog boarding
KKenneth5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★
Our dog seems to enjoy her time at Brown Dog. The staff seems to understand her personality and needs. I also appreciate being able to bring her own food and treats. We like Brown Dog Lodge.
Reasonable priceDog boardingDog bathing and blow dry
SSuzanne8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★
Duke and Duchess do not like baths and grooming. When I picked them up they were happy and beautiful.
Reasonable priceDog groomingDog bathing and blow dry
JJ9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★
Wonderful place for daycare and boarding! Great staff and they take great care of my pup!
Always so helpful, upbeat and loving towards Wilson. He loves going there !
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Dog walking, Dog boarding, Dog bathing and blow dry, Dog nail trimming
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
Thank you so much for your kind words Leslie!
We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Wilson is such a sweet boy, and we always enjoy seeing him, whether he’s here for a nail trim or a stay with us. We know keeping up with his nails is a process, and you’ve been so consistent bringing him in to help us safely work them back. It really makes a difference for his comfort! We’re so glad he feels happy and loved when he’s here, that’s exactly what we strive for with every pup, especially those like Wilson who prefer their own space and routine. Next time you drop in we wanted to show you our really cute fun art work our pups have been doing, we really think you would love to have one as a special Keepsake.
We can’t wait to see you both again soon, give Wilson some extra love from all of us at BrownDog Lodge!
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MJ Raabsmith6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews MJ has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My original review was meant for Brown Dog Lodge Germantown! I appreciate the BDL East Memphis Team's thoughtful response and look forward to bringing our dog here for a better experience than at the other location!
Response from the owner · a month ago
We’re sorry to hear about this experience and understand how frustrating it would be to feel like expectations and communication weren’t clear. We always want our guests and their families to feel welcomed, informed, and treated with respect.
After looking into this, however, it appears that the experience described in this review did not take place at our location. We would be happy to connect with you directly to make sure we understand what happened and help get this directed to the appropriate team.
We truly appreciate you bringing this to our attention and hope we have the opportunity to clarify things.
-BDL East Memphis Team-
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Shelly SpencerLocal Guide · 13 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Shelly has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Kudos to all the employees at browndog lodge they took very good care of our baby while we were out of town. They gave him a bath and had him all cleaned up when we returned to pick him up. The staff took time with harlo they even took pics with him. They didn't mind that I called everyday to check on him. This was our 2nd time to bring our dog and we will definitely be returning!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Dog walking, Dog grooming, Dog boarding, Dog bathing and blow dry
Response from the owner · a month ago
Shelly, thank you so much for the sweet review! 🐾 We’re so happy to hear that you felt comfortable leaving Harlo with us while you were out of town. It sounds like he had a pretty good time with our team, and we loved getting to spend some extra time with him (and of course taking pictures with him)! ❤️
And we absolutely never mind those daily check-in calls! We know how hard it can be to leave your baby while you’re away, so we’re always happy to give you an update and let you know how he’s doing.
Next time Harlo stays with us, we think you’d really love adding on one of our Keepsakes! Depending on the month, we offer different sweet ways to remember their stay, from paw print paintings to framed photos or photo magnets. It’s such a fun little something to have after they come home! 🐾💕
Thank you again for trusting BrownDog Lodge Memphis with Harlo for the second time. We truly appreciate you and can’t wait to see you both again!
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Ariel Romero4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Ariel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My mom placed him here once and seemed like my puppy was fine when she picked him up so I decided to do boarding again except this time I booked a room with a camera. Before I dropped him off he ate and pottied. After I dropped him off which was at 7am they had not fed him or taken him out to potty or play time… it was already 2:30. I could visually seeing him looking for food and trying to tell someone he was hungry or needed to potty. Several employees just ignore him. I was already on my way to Georgia. I immediately called someone to have him removed. Because no way I was going to leave him in that kind of care. The room already looked like a jail cell… He will never be seen at that place ever again and they should be ashamed of themselves for ignoring a 5month old puppy especially mine! I don’t play that!!!
Price assessment: Not sure
Services: Dog boarding
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you for taking the time to share your concerns. We are truly sorry that your experience left you feeling that your puppy was not receiving the care, attention, and love he deserved. We completely understand how upsetting it would be to watch your puppy on camera and worry that his needs were not being met.
Our mission is to elevate the love and lives of pets, and we take that responsibility very seriously. Every pet in our care should receive attentive, compassionate care, appropriate potty breaks, meals according to their schedule, and plenty of positive interaction throughout their stay. What you described is not the experience we want for any pet or pet parent.
Our management team is reviewing the details of your puppy’s stay, including the timeline of his care and the concerns you observed on camera. We want to fully understand what happened and use that information to address any areas where we may need to improve.
We would appreciate the opportunity to speak with you directly and learn more about your experience. We are genuinely sorry that we did not provide the peace of mind you should have felt while your puppy was in our care, and we hope we can have the opportunity to address your concerns personally.
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Kenneth Pieczonka5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kenneth has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Our dog seems to enjoy her time at Brown Dog. The staff seems to understand her personality and needs. I also appreciate being able to bring her own food and treats. We like Brown Dog Lodge.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Dog boarding, Dog bathing and blow dry
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a thoughtful review! 🐾 We’re so happy to hear that your girl enjoys her time at BrownDog Lodge and that our team has taken the time to understand her personality and individual needs. That truly means a lot to us!
We also love hearing that you appreciate being able to bring her own food and treats. We know every dog has their own routine, preferences, and little things that help them feel comfortable, and we’re always happy to accommodate those needs whenever we can. Thank you for trusting us with your sweet girl and for choosing BrownDog Lodge! We’re so glad to have her as part of our BrownDog family, and we look forward to seeing her again soon! ❤️🐶
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Suzanne Apperson8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Suzanne has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Duke and Duchess do not like baths and grooming. When I picked them up they were happy and beautiful.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Dog grooming, Dog bathing and blow dry
Response from the owner · 6 months ago
Hi Suzanne,
Thank you so much for your kind words about Duke and Duchess! We know grooming can be a stressful experience for some pups, so it truly means a lot to hear that they went home happy and looking beautiful.
Duke and Duchess were such a pleasure to have with us, especially for being such big, lovable dogs! Amanda did an amazing job helping them feel comfortable, and we’re so glad they responded well to our grooming process and equipment designed to make bath time more relaxing and enjoyable. At BrownDog Lodge Memphis, we always strive to create a positive, low-stress experience for every dog, especially those who may not typically enjoy grooming, so hearing this feedback is incredibly rewarding for our team.
Since they did so well and seemed comfortable with us, we’d love to get Duke and Duchess set up on a recurring grooming schedule to help keep them feeling their best! Just give us a call at 901-767-1187 or download our Yourgi app to request grooming.
We can’t wait to see them again soon 🐾
BrownDog Lodge Team
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Camilla M1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Camilla has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
If you need a place you can trust in a pinch, BROWN DOG LODGE in Memphis,TN is it. 🐾
I had to take a last-minute trip to Memphis and was so nervous about leaving my dog, but the team at Brown Dog Lodge completely put my mind at ease. The staff were incredibly kind and attentive. What really impressed me was that they knew little things about my dog’s personality and habits without me even mentioning them — which tells me they truly spent time getting to know him. As I was paying, the manager must have heard us heading out because she popped out of an office just to say goodbye. I overheard her telling my dog “I’ll miss you too. I love you — but I’ll see you again soon.” That absolutely melted my heart because once I tried to head for the door he wanted to back to the staff in the lobby. It’s rare to find a place that treats your dog like family, but this one truly does. We’ll definitely be back. ❤️
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Dog boarding
Response from the owner · 7 months ago
Hi Camilla,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share this — it truly means a lot to our team. Scout completely won us over. Watching him get comfortable during his very first stay was so special, and getting to know his little personality quirks is one of our favorite parts of what we do. Those goodbyes are very real around here — we really do get attached. 💛
At BrownDog Lodge, building genuine relationships with our pups and their parents is exactly what we’re all about, so it means everything that you felt that care.
Since Scout settled in so well, we think he would have a great time joining daycare next visit for even more play and social time. And don’t forget — you can always check in on him through our live Webcams for extra peace of mind. We can’t wait to see you both again soon!
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J Newton9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews J has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Wonderful place for daycare and boarding! Great staff and they take great care of my pup!
Response from the owner · 8 months ago
Hi J Newton,
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re thrilled to hear that your pup enjoys daycare and boarding with us — our team at BrownDog Lodge Memphis works hard to create a safe, fun, and comfortable experience for every guest in our care.
We’re always looking for ways to elevate the experience, from engaging daycare playgroups to relaxing boarding stays designed to keep pets happy and active while you’re away. It means a lot to our entire team that you trust us with your pup’s care.
We can’t wait to see you and your pup again soon! If you have friends or fellow pet parents looking for a trusted place for daycare or boarding, we’d be honored if you recommended BrownDog Lodge Memphis to them.
— The BrownDog Lodge Memphis Team
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E S3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews E has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
ORIGINAL REVIEW: I have had a great experience with Brown Dog lodge so far (3 weeks of daycare for my pup). After week 1, they knew my dog's name and recognized me when I came to pick her up. They have figured out so much about my pup without me telling them which shows me they really do spend time interacting with her. I can also see thay my pup has started really building trust with several of the staff members which has helped reassure me that she is being treated well. I'm very pleased with our experience so far and plan to keep using daycare services for the foreseeable future.
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Tracy Thompson1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Tracy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Went for Doggy Day Care this time. Our Daisy can't wait to get out of the car and get in there, every time we go. After a great day of running with buddies she came home and slept the rest of the evening and night, so I know she had a great day. And had her nails clipped while she was there! We also board Daisy there because they are so good to her. Highly recommend them.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Dog daycare
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you for the kind review. The staff absolutely love Daisy. We can’t wait to see you two again soon.