Boarding Recommendations
Looking for a Great Place to Board Your Pet?
Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway, a longer vacation, or just need a safe and loving spot for your furry friend while you’re away, boarding can be a big decision. Your pets are family, and we want them to be cared for just as lovingly as they are at home.
That’s why we’ve partnered with a few local boarding facilities that we know, trust, and have personally vetted (pun intended!) These places share our commitment to compassionate care, attention to detail, and lots of tail wags.
Our Recommended Boarding Partners:
Hayden Run Animal Lodge – 7187 Hayden Run Rd, Hilliard
Sometimes our pets just want to stretch their legs, sniff the grass, and take a breath of fresh air — and that’s what Hayden Run does best. With 11 acres of fenced meadows, daily romps in the field, and a warm, home-style environment where the owner lives on-site, your pet’s stay will feel more like a countryside getaway than a kennel. Hayden Run also offers comfortable kitty accommodations separate from dogs, designed to keep our whiskered friends feeling safe, relaxed, and totally unbothered. With attentive staff offering daily walks, health charting, and custom care — even for meds or special diets — it’s a cozy, caring choice when you’re away.
Offering 10% off first visit and a complimentary Happy Tails Treasure Pack for each future visit for AHSH clients!
All boarding stays come standard with:
– Attentive, professional, and personalized care. There is no mixing of guests.
– Complimentary bedding and cots
– Strict adherence to vaccine protocol with emailed and verbal reminders, ensuring the healthiest environment
– Medical support— peace of mind knowing we will call you for any medical concern
– Complimentary medicine administration (excluding shots)
– Daily health charting to track each guests stay
K9 Resorts – 3799 Park Mill Run, Hilliard
Looking for a five-star stay for your pup? Think of K9 Resorts as the Ritz-Carlton — but for dogs. With luxury suites, spotless facilities, and a professionally trained staff that treats every guest like royalty, this place offers peace of mind and plenty of playtime. Whether your pup wants to romp with friends or chill in a comfy suite and watch Dog TV, they’ve got you covered.
Offering 1st day of Daycare free to AHSH clients, on top of their Grand Opening specials: https://www.k9resorts.com/hilliard/gospecials/
Included in your pet’s stay:
– Award-winning luxury care: Consistently ranked among the top boarding facilities in the country.
– Impeccable cleanliness: Their proprietary “K9 Clean System” keeps every play space, suite, and common area sanitized and fresh.
– Professionally trained staff: Their team is trained in canine behavior, low-stress handling, and hospitality-level pet care.
– Structured socialization: Dogs can enjoy supervised group daycare tailored by size and temperament—great for pups who thrive on playtime.
– Cage-free options: Luxury suites and premium accommodations that feel more like a hotel room than a kennel.
– Comfort-focused design to reduce stress and noise sensitivity.
With any boarding facility, we highly recommend that you visit and tour the facility before booking your pet’s stay.
Not all boarding experiences are created equal—here’s what we recommend looking for:
- Schedule a tour – A trustworthy facility should happily show you around. Check for cleanliness, safety, and happy tails.
- Ask about daily routines – Pets thrive on routine! Ask how often they’re walked, fed, and played with.
- Check vaccine requirements – A reputable place will require vaccinations to keep all guests safe.
- Observe staff interactions – Friendly, engaged staff who clearly enjoy animals? That’s a great sign.
- Look for creature comforts – Ask if you can bring your pet’s favorite bed, toy, or blanket from home.
- Don’t forget special needs – If your pet has medications or anxiety issues, make sure the staff is trained and equipped to handle them.
- Trust your gut – You know your pet best. If something doesn’t feel right, it’s okay to keep looking.
Need help preparing your pet for their stay? From vaccine updates to a quick nail trim or refilling medications, we’ve got you covered. Schedule an appointment online, give us a call, or send a text. We’re here to help make your time away as stress-free as possible for both of you.