My mind was at ease with my pup staying at Happy Pup and Play. It was Archie's first time to board…read morethere and I could tell he was happy and well cared for while I was gone. I will definitely use again.

From the owner: Happy Pup And Play LLC helps Pup Parents in Madison County and North Alabama provide the best care…read morefor their Pups. We specialize in Dog Enrichment Daycare, Local Pet Taxi Services, Pet Hotel Overnight Boarding and more. We even have easy options where we come right to your door for your convenience when you can't come to us! We use our services to encourage confidence and assurance in the Pup Parents while training and caring for the Pups. Our services enhance the bond between Pups and Pup Parents and leaves both in a place that they can enjoy a happy life together fur-ever!

Bark Avenue is a great place to board your dog. I have a 4 year-old Shih tzu that was never…read moresocialized as a puppy, and she was very nervous and anxious around strangers. Ms. Priscilla and her staff have been so sweet and kind with Jadea that she is so much more relaxed and happy with everyone she meets. Thank you, Ms. Priscilla and staff for all the attention given to Jadea,and thank you for all your time and talents. Love, Judy and Jadea

Valkyrie had a great time at Bark Avenue Pet Resort boarding for the night! She slept in a…read morecomfortable suite with a big comfy bed and blankets. She had fun in the pool and got a bath after for only 20$! But we added a deshed add on which was an extra 15 mins of brushing and blow out for 15$. Her nails were trimmed for 10$ and grinded for another 5$

Always very pleased with their professionalism and how they interact with our 3 dogs.read more

We have been battling a stubborn allergy for our Jack Russel and Dr Bryan and staff have been…read moregreat. This morning they asked for a picture of his poor red belly covered with hives because it's Friday and they are booked up. Rather than make us wait for an appointment next week and poor Rudy being miserable all weekend they look at his picture and changed he's medication right away and we just had to stop n and pick them up. Awesome care for their patients. We have many dogs and Vets over the years but none as caring and concerned as these.

my baby girl Bella has stayed with them numerous times.... and I have to take the time to say how…read moremuch I appreciate the care and support they hav shown to us!! I really appreciate the love they've shown to us... I promise when I say I wish I could've met them a long time ago..... thank you for all the love you have shown!!!!! Love you guys

From the owner: dog daycare/dog boarding we give ample play time they will not be crated all the time, all…read moremedications & special care will be followed by furbabies parents list! I have years of rescue background & a true love for our furry family.

When looking for a dog boarding facility for our two dogs, both under the age of 2, I had an idea…read moreof what I wanted and 4paws checked every box. Not only do they have indoor/outdoor runs but they also get ample time in the play yards. They also had live feed cameras in their indoor and in the play yards. Our girls came back to us happy and healthy and it was obvious they took exceptional care of both of them. They will definitely be back!

From the owner: 4Paws River Lodge Dog Boarding Facility, we're more than just a business - we're a home. As the…read moreowners who live on the premises, we're here around the clock. Our dedicated team is also always on hand, so you can have peace of mind knowing your pets are in good hands, day and night. Our state-of-the-art facility includes indoor, temperature-controlled kennels measuring 5x5 feet, ensuring your pet stays cozy in all weather conditions. These indoor spaces are connected to spacious outdoor kennels, ranging from 5x20 to 10x20 feet, where your dog can enjoy fresh air and sunshine throughout the day. We know that mental and physical stimulation is key to a happy and healthy dog. That's why we've included a playground for your pet to run and play. For those pups who enjoy a bit of entertainment, we also provide TV, ensuring they feel right at home. At 4Paws River Lodge, we take pride in offering top-notch care, so you can have peace of mind knowing your dog is in good hands. Whether you're going on a short trip or an extended vacation, your pet will receive the love, attention, and care they deserve as you watch them on camera. We look forward to welcoming your furry family member to 4Paws River Lodge!

I have two fur babies. I rescued them with the help of this boarder. They now have a rescue…read more Between the great service I received from Maggie and her team when we rescued the dogs and the excellent accommodations when we board them, I am very pleased. River and Raven enjoy going there and I am always confident they are well taken care of. A lot of room for them to run around and they are loved. It is a bit far away from where we live but I don't care. My dogs get treated well.

I would not in a million years take my pets here…read more I rescued a sweet dog (advertised by Maggie as The Long Way Home online) in June 2024. When I went to pick the dog up (at the boarding facility) she smelled as if she'd been kept in her own mess in an outdoor kennel. There is nothing "premium" about these facilities. It became very obvious after I took her to the vet that I wasn't told the truth about her age, medical conditions, potty and harness training ability. When I called to ask questions, Maggie got upset, claimed the dog was "perfect", tried to bully me into returning the dog, and has since refused to allow the dog's chip to be registered in my name, although that's standard procedure for reputable rescue organizations and is in the adoption contract. Do yourself and your pets a favor and avoid this business.

UPDATED (10-14-18): Just wanted to update, as my dog, Irish, has stayed countless times now for…read moreday-play. I had family from Germany in town for 2 wks. Irish was able to spend time with us, but because we were going to various places ...she couldn't come most of the time. It was also too hot to leave her in the car & she still deals strongly with separation anxiety. So nearly every day for 2 wks (not the weekends), she did stay here for day-play. She seems happy when I pick her up each time & even knows where we're going when I say she is going to have a "FUN DAY"! Instead of lying down in the car, she stays upright until we arrive, which is unusual! She even wags her tail at times when I pick her up, which if you read below, this is a big deal, since she is an older rescue dog I recently adopted. The AWESOME STAFF are starting to get to know her & her "ways" a bit more, which is helpful. More than they realize, they have helped me out quite a bit. I do pray she will get better with being left alone at home for short periods of time. However, until we get to that point, I will continue to bring her here when I have dr's appts and/or errands that will take several hours. This way I know she's cared for & won't be "as lonely" if she were just left at home. I do hope they'll start to have day-play on weekends, which it sounds like they may do in the near future. That will help out greatly, as I don't want to just board her, but actually give her some social interaction with other dogs, if I need to go out-of-town for any reason. I also like the cameras in upgraded rooms, so you can watch your dog while they are in there. However, I hope to see more cameras on the premises, so you can watch while they are playing, as well. This, too, may happen in near future, as I'm sure it's a matter of funds. Lastly, I hope they end up with some kind of "frequent day-play and/or boarding" program. Where you can buy X-amount of day-plays and/or boarding in advance to get a reduced price. That would make for an ideal gift for someone! KUDOS TO STAFF! OLDER POST: I've only had my dog, Irish, since April 30, 2018. She is nearly an 8-yr-old rescued Beagle that I ended up adopting. She had major surgery for 11 tumors back in April (one literally the size of a baseball). The vet firmly believes she has cancer and could live for 6 months or 6 years ...there's just no way to know. Either way, she's a sweetheart of a dog and I know I made the right decision in adopting her back in mid-May. Irish does come with a lot of separation anxiety, as well as being scared of loud noises ...particularly thunder & children. Due to all of this, it has been difficult to leave her alone. I've tried various methods to keep her calm while I have to run out to do errands & such. Unfortunately, it will take a lot more time with a lot of love & patience. However, I'm willing to do what it will take. This includes the added expense of putting her in doggy day-care -even if she is not much into "playing" given her age & health. She seems happy enough to be around other dogs & people ...more so than just staying at home while I'm out doing my errands. I'm grateful that Paradise Pet is local & willing to take last-minute drop-ins & of course long-term boarding, if needed. I did use their long-term boarding last month for an unexpected death in the family that took me out to Texas. Paradise Pet took very good care of Irish while I was away. That was her 1st time there. She's been there 2 more times just for day-play. I will be bringing her back for this again soon! Over-all, I'm very satisfied with Paradise Pet & will definitely recommend to anyone that's looking for such a place to either board and/or do day-play for their dog. They take cats, too, but I don't have a cat, so can't give any info regarding that. BIG-BIG KUDOS TO ALL EMPLOYEES HERE ....and to management for hiring such great & caring employees! I truly mean it, as it makes all the difference for both Irish & me! Blessings to each! ~ Deb & Irish ~ (Madison, AL)

I gave the lowest rating possible but the rating is actually worst. I boarded my dog there for six…read moredays . When I picked her up she could barely walk, was vomiting and had diarrhea. She had lost weight. The cameras went out several times and I had to call about them not working. My dog had to go for emergency treatment after I picked her up but ended up dying a week later. My dog was perfectly fine when I dropped her off but died a week after being picked up from this horrible place. No one should ever use this facility if you care anything about your pet. These people should not even be in the business of boarding animals because they don't care about your pets.

I feel like I'm leaving my fur-babies with family each time, they really do love and treat them…read morelike their own!

From the owner: "True Love & Care When You're Not There"read more