Dog Boarding in Grand Island
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Courtney was great! My dog has separation anxiety & is usually freaking out when I get home after being gone all day. But this time, she was calm and happy. She clearly loved Courtney!
Lauren G
Taylor was such an amazing sitter! She gave me detailed updates every time she checked in on the pups. Will definitely hire her again if she is available :)
Ivianna S
Yuki boarded at Mari’s house and she had a great time. She loves running in the background. Thank you so much for taking good care of Yuki.
Cari P
Thank you for taking such great care of our kitties, so glad to hear that they were in good company while we were away!
Rebecca G
Keera was great with Archer and went at his pace! I got a ton of updates and Keera was super responsive and gave great updates! Keera was flexible when I was coming home sooner than expected.
Suzanne C
Above and beyond service and communication! Would recommend time and time again! Extra caring and loving!
Lindsey B
Kristen took such great care of Mia while I was away for the weekend! Super responsive and easy to communicate with. Mia would love to stay with her again!
Nicole C
Sheana came through when I was in a pinch. I needed someone to let the dogs out because I was stuck in traffic in the mountains. She responded last minute and had excellent communication. She’s the best!
Lindsay C
It was our first time leaving Skittles with a sitter, and Daniel did a great job of assuaging our fears! He was super communicative and made sure we knew that Skittles was in good hands. Highly recommend!
Christi B
He looks so happy with you dropping by! Thank you so much for your loving caring attention. Love it!
Crystal C
Kelli was awesome boarding my two dogs. Not only did she give daily updates with videos and pictures she also worked with them on introducing them to her cat and getting used to her big dogs. Can't recommend enough!
Cody H
Sara went above and beyond for us and our pet. Gave us some peace of mind while out of town and we couldn’t be more grateful. Def recommended!
Jenn S
The best dog events in Grand Island
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Drool in the Pool
The Central Nebraska Humane Society hosts an annual Drool in the Pool event each August that gives local dogs the chance to enjoy the water one last time before the pools close for the season. From 7:30 pm to 9 pm on a Sunday, head over to Island Oasis for a night of swimming!
Your dog will enjoy meeting new friends, splashing around, and swimming. To keep everyone safe, humans are not allowed to swim in the pool with their pooches, but they can help their dog into the water up to knee deep.
Check-in starts at 7:15 pm and admission is $10 per dog. Only one dog is allowed per adult.
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Paws & Pals Wag & Walk
Each September, the Paws & Pals Wag & Walk event comes to Yanney Heritage Park! Starting at 9 am, join other local dogs and their owners for a two-mile walk around the lake in the park. After the walk, there will be a festival with all kinds of fun activities for the whole family.
While adults try to win door and raffle prizes, kids can enjoy the bouncy house and face painting station. Past raffle prizes have included tickets to a Husker football game and a flat-screen TV. Make a donation to Kearney Area Animal Shelter and your dog can have a nice bath during the event!
Admission is $25 for adults and $15 for children. Proceeds go to the Kearney Area Animal Shelter.
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Puppy Plunge
If you have a dog that loves to swim, the Puppy Plunge event at the Centennial Pool in Kearney is a must! The Kearney Area Animal Shelter hosts this annual dog swimming event as the last splash of the summer. Let your dog socialize with other canines in the area of a similar size during one of the two time slots at the Puppy Plunge.
From 5:30 pm to 7 pm on a Wednesday each August, small dogs are free to swim in the Centennial Pool. Large dogs are welcome to start swimming at 7 pm, and their time is up at 8:30 pm.
Admission is $8 per dog, and proceeds benefit Kearney Area Animal Shelter. Pre-registration is required at the KPR Office and dogs must be up-to-date on vaccinations.12
McKinney’s Pub
If you want to enjoy a drink at a local Irish Pub, but don’t want to leave your dog at home, McKinney’s Pub is the perfect spot for you! The outdoor patio at McKinney’s is the perfect place for you and your dog to enjoy beautiful weather together, while you enjoy great beer or whiskey and foods like Irish Stew, Murphy’s Pulled Pork Sandwich, and Apple Crisp.
Dogs must remain on a leash, but wait staff will bring out water for your pup if needed!
McKinney’s Pub is open from 11 am to 10 pm Monday through Saturday and from 12 pm to 10 pm on Sundays.
Barista’s Coffeehouse
It’s no secret that your dog loves going on outings and adventures with you! Why make him sit at home while you are out for a coffee with friends when you could let him tag along to Barista’s Coffeehouse? With a small patio, Barista’s Coffeehouse is a great place for your dog to relax with you and your friends!
At Barista’s Coffeehouse, you can enjoy coffee drinks, frozen drinks like smoothies, iced drinks, and delicious baked goods.
As long as your dog is leashed, they are welcome to sit with you on the patio. Baristas will even bring out water for your pup.
