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🐾 Dog Boarding at Paws to Zen

Personalized, Peaceful, and Purposeful Care for Every Dog

At Paws to Zen, dog boarding is more than a service — it’s a calling. Every dog who stays with us is treated with the same level of care, structure, and compassion we would want for our own pets. Whether they’re high-energy explorers, sweet senior companions, or shy newcomers, each guest receives a personalized experience tailored to their age, size, temperament, and needs.

We provide in-home boarding in a calm, country setting, with 1.5 fenced acres of open play space, private indoor sleeping areas, and access to our peaceful routines. Our one-on-one care ensures your dog isn’t just watched — they’re understood, respected, and supported while you’re away.

🐶 Puppies and Young Dogs

Early experiences matter. Puppies and young dogs staying with us benefit from:

  • Structured routines to build confidence and consistency
  • Age-appropriate playtime that channels energy into safe, positive outlets
  • Gentle redirection and guidance to help reinforce basic manners
  • Supervised socialization with adult dogs, when appropriate
  • Lots of rest time to support healthy development

We provide safe exposure to natural sounds, textures, and interactions, helping young dogs build resilience in a nurturing environment.

🐕 Adult Dogs (All Sizes)

Adult dogs thrive on routine, stimulation, and calm leadership — and that’s exactly what they’ll find here. Boarding includes:

  • Daily outdoor exploration in our large fenced yard
  • Playgroups or solo play, depending on energy level and social preferences
  • Mental enrichment like scent walks, chew time, or puzzle feeders
  • Personal attention to maintain routines from home (meals, meds, preferred sleep spots)

We pay close attention to energy balance, making sure dogs get the physical outlet they need without overstimulation or chaos.

💤 Senior Dogs

Older dogs deserve comfort, respect, and understanding — and they get all three at Paws to Zen. Seniors benefit from:

  • Soft, orthopedic bedding in a quiet resting space
  • Low-impact movement and optional yard access at their own pace
  • Extra potty breaks and gentle supervision
  • Personalized medication schedules and observation for health cues

We take extra time to ensure seniors aren’t overwhelmed by the activity of younger dogs and are always given priority for comfort and calm.

🐕 Small Dogs

Little dogs are often overlooked in group settings — but not here. We take care to:

  • Provide safe spaces away from larger dogs when needed
  • Offer small-batch play or solo time to reduce stress
  • Handle them with extra gentleness during outdoor time, feeding, and rest
  • Watch for common small-dog concerns like chilling, overexertion, or anxiety

Whether your small dog is a brave explorer or a snuggle bug, we match our approach to their comfort zone.

🐕‍🦺 Large and Giant Breeds

Big dogs need space, structure, and understanding — and we’re built for all three. With 1.5 fenced acres and years of experience handling large breeds, we provide:

  • Room to run and stretch out
  • Confident, calm handling that respects their power and needs
  • Balanced activity and downtime to avoid over-arousal
  • Special accommodations for joint health, pacing, and space preferences

We understand the needs of large breeds and tailor their day accordingly — they’re not just tolerated, they’re welcomed and celebrated.

🧠 Shy, Nervous, or Special-Needs Dogs

Some dogs arrive needing a little more time, space, and trust — and that’s okay. We work with:

  • Dogs with past trauma, anxiety, or limited social experience
  • Dogs who do better with humans than with other dogs
  • Special-needs guests who require mobility help, extra patience, or detailed routines

By keeping our guest count low and our environment structured but peaceful, we give these dogs the breathing room they need to feel safe.

🐾 Our Commitment

  • Flexible meal prep (raw, home-cooked, kibble, special diets welcome)
  • Medications administered with care
  • Clean, climate-controlled indoor rest spaces
  • Full access to over 1.5 acres of secure yard
  • Daily photos and updates (if requested)

At Paws to Zen, boarding is not just about keeping dogs safe — it’s about helping them feel seen, supported, and balanced while you’re away. Because when you leave your dog here, you’re not just getting a pet sitter.

You’re getting a partner in your dog’s wellbeing.