Business Details
25 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Dog Boarding & Daycare Services in Wright City
We are a family-operated pet care facility dedicated to providing a safe, stress-free environment for dogs. Founded in 2001 by Linda Cates, our kennel combines over three decades of professional grooming experience with 23 years in boarding and daycare services. Our facility features a cage-free daytime environment with constant supervision, individual climate-controlled suites, and a one-acre outdoor play area.We prioritize socialization through mandatory evaluations and regular visits to ensure all guests remain comfortable and happy. Our owner lives on-site to provide round-the-clock care, supported by certified expertise in animal welfare and abuse prevention.
Services
Dog Boarding
Doggie Daycare
Socialization Evaluations
Enrichment Activities
Grooming Services
Medication Administration
Emergency Veterinary Transport
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We have 23 years of experience in pet boarding and daycare services
- Our facility features constant supervision in a cage-free environment
- Owner lives on-site for 24/7 pet care availability
- Mandatory socialization evaluations ensure safe group interactions
- Certified in animal abuse investigations for enhanced safety protocols
What people say
Pets seem happy
Cleanliness is excellent
Owner has huge heart
Best kennel experience
Dogs love coming here
Services
Dog Boarding
Overnight stays in climate-controlled suites with 24/7 music therapy. Includes supervised playtime in our acre of outdoor space and indoor Hound Lounge access. Pets receive individualized attention from our on-site owner, ensuring comfort and safety throughout their stay.
Doggie Daycare
Socialization-focused daytime program with structured play sessions. Features constant supervision, enrichment activities, and multiple play areas. Required for boarding clients to maintain social skills and ensure facility harmony through our proven evaluation process.
Socialization Evaluations
Mandatory 7-8 hour sessions determining pet compatibility with our group environment. Uses gradual introduction techniques to identify social readiness. Required for new clients and returning pets after 3+ months absence to maintain our stress-free facility standards.
Enrichment Activities
Customizable play options including scent trails, puzzle games, and seasonal treats. Designed to reduce anxiety through mental engagement while preventing destructive behaviors. Available for both boarding and daycare clients in various package options.
Grooming Services
Professional grooming with optional add-ons like nail trimming and bathing. Performed by experienced staff using sanitized equipment. Available as standalone service or combined with boarding/daycare for convenience.
People
Linda Cates
Owner
Founder with 33 years grooming experience and 23 years in pet boarding. Certified in animal abuse investigations. Lives on-site to provide continuous care. Developed unique facility design prioritizing pet comfort and socialization.
Questions
What are your boarding requirements?
Dogs must be spayed/neutered by 8 months, current on vaccinations, and pass our socialization evaluation. We require updated shot records and emergency contact permissions.
How do you handle emergencies?
We provide immediate transport to veterinary care with $50 transport fee. Owners must authorize medical decisions in advance through their veterinarian.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept MasterCard, VISA, and Discover credit cards for all services including boarding, daycare, and grooming packages.
How are medications administered?
Trained staff can administer pills ($4/day) and eye/ear medications ($5/day) with proper instructions from your veterinarian.
What enrichment activities are available?
Options include stuffed Kongs ($6), scent trails ($6), personal playtime ($8), and seasonal treats like pumpkin cookies ($2-3) or doggie ice cream ($4).
Do you offer discounts for frequent visits?
Yes! Daycare packages available: 10 days ($270), 20 days ($530), or 40 days ($1020) with savings of $10-$100.
