Dog Boarding & Kennels in Round Rock TX

What dog boarding looks like at our Round Rock facility

If you're searching for dog boarding near you in Round Rock, TX, here's what your dog's stay actually looks like. We're a dog boarding kennel, but this isn't the old-school model where dogs sit in a run all day. Boarders join the daycare program every day of their stay and get the same 6+ hours of supervised group play as our regular daycare dogs. At night, they sleep in clean, comfortable kennels with familiar bedding, fresh water, and staff on premises 24/7, so your dog is never alone in the building, even at 3am.

The result: dogs leave their boarding stays tired, well-socialized, and happy, not stir-crazy from being confined for a week. Most dogs sleep deeply at night because their days have been full and a person is always close by.

What's included with every boarding stay

24/7 on-site staff. A real person on premises every hour of every day your dog is here. Overnight staff sleep on-site and are available for any issue.
Live daytime webcams. Stream the play areas anytime from your phone or computer. No curated photo updates, actual real-time footage of your dog's day.
Full daycare access during open hours. Boarders aren't crated all day, they play with the regular daycare groups.
Climate-controlled overnight accommodations. 8,000 sq ft facility heated and cooled for Texas weather.
Twice-daily feeding on the schedule you specify, using food you provide.
Medication administration at no extra charge for routine meds (oral, topical, eye/ear drops).
Comfortable kennel bedding, plus space for any familiar item you bring from home.
Fresh water available at all times.
Pre-boarding evaluation included, a free evaluation day if your dog hasn't been to us before.

What to bring for your dog's boarding stay

Keep it simple, overpacking creates stress (yours, not the dog's). Here's what to bring:

Your dog's regular food, measured into individual meals if possible, with a clearly labeled scoop and feeding instructions. Sudden food changes upset dogs' stomachs.
Any medications in their original containers, with clear dosing schedule.
One familiar item, a t-shirt that smells like you, a blanket from their bed, a favorite toy. Keep it to one item; we don't have storage for a duffel bag of stuff.
Vaccine records if we don't already have current copies (Rabies, Bordetella, Distemper, Parvo).

Don't bring: bowls (we have plenty), bedding (we provide it), rawhides or anything chewable that could be a hazard if swallowed in pieces.

Why boarding here works better than a traditional kennel

6+ hours daily play

Daycare-included boarding

Most kennels keep boarding dogs in their kennel runs all day with two short potty breaks. We don't. Every boarding dog joins the regular daycare program, same 6+ hours of supervised group play as our daily dogs. They go home tired, not bored.

24/7 on-site staff

Your dog is never alone

Many kennels lock up at 7pm and reopen at 7am, that's 12 hours where if something goes wrong, no one is there to help. We have staff on premises around the clock during boarding stays. If a dog has a medical issue, an upset stomach, or just needs a 2am potty break, a real person is right there. Combined with our live daytime webcams, you have full visibility and full coverage.

No breed restrictions

Every dog welcome

We board pit bulls, GSDs, bullies, mixes, any breed that passes our evaluation. We don't have insurance-driven breed bans. Your dog is welcome based on their individual temperament, not their adoption paperwork.

Booking lead times for Round Rock dog boarding

Demand for dog boarding in Round Rock spikes around predictable dates. The earlier you book, the better your odds of getting the dates you want, especially since we don't add overflow capacity beyond what's safe.

Regular weekends: 1–2 weeks ahead is usually fine.
Spring break (March): 4–6 weeks ahead.
Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day: 4 weeks ahead.
Thanksgiving week: 6–8 weeks ahead.
Christmas / New Year's week: 6–8 weeks ahead.

If you're booking peak holiday weeks, we strongly recommend joining our regular daycare clientele beforehand, we prioritize boarding spots for dogs we already know well. More on holiday boarding →

Local context: why Round Rock dogs need climate-controlled boarding

Central Texas summers are brutal on dogs. Outdoor temperatures regularly clear 100°F from June through September, with heat indexes that make even short outdoor sessions risky. Our 8,000 sq ft of climate-controlled indoor space means your boarding dog has full-day comfort regardless of what's happening outside. Winter ice storms (rare but real in Round Rock) are similarly handled, heated indoor spaces, no risk of frostbitten paws on overnight potty breaks.

Boarding pricing

Boarding rates are quoted per night and include a full daycare day at the rates below. Multi-dog and multi-night discounts apply. Holiday weeks carry premium pricing. Call (737) 201-1569 or use the form above for a per-night quote on your specific dates.

Daycare day rates included with each boarding day:

Number of Dogs	Single Day	10-Day Pass	20-Day Pass
1st Dog	$30	$270	$510
2nd Dog	$23	$207	$391
3rd Dog	$20	$180	$340

All daycare passes are refundable for unused days and never expire. More on passes & pricing →

Frequently asked questions

How does overnight dog boarding work?

Drop your dog off during business hours on day one. They join daycare for the day, then settle into a clean kennel for the night. The cycle repeats, daycare during the day, kennel at night, until pick-up. Most boarders sleep deeply because they've spent the day playing.

Does my dog need to pass evaluation before boarding?

Yes. Every dog completes a free evaluation day before any boarding stay. This makes sure your dog is comfortable in our environment, fits with the daycare groups, and has a smooth boarding experience rather than a stressful one.

What should I bring for my dog's boarding stay?

Bring your dog's regular food in a labeled container with feeding instructions, any medications with clear dosing notes, and one item that smells like home (a t-shirt, blanket, or familiar bed). We provide bowls, bedding, and water, no need to bring those.

How far in advance should I book boarding?

For most weekends, 1–2 weeks ahead is fine. For holidays, Thanksgiving, Christmas, spring break, July 4th, book 4–8 weeks ahead. Holiday weeks fill first and we don't add capacity beyond what's safe for the dogs.

What if my dog is on medication?

We administer medications at the schedule you provide. Bring meds in original containers with clear dosing instructions. We charge no extra fee for routine medication administration.

Can I see my dog while they're boarding?

Yes, live webcams stream during daytime play hours, so you can check in on your dog from anywhere. Webcams are off overnight to let dogs sleep undisturbed.