Boarding services are located at our Blaine Radisson and Brooklyn Park Xenia locations.
Stone Mountain Pet Lodge is dedicated to providing outstanding care for your pet when you are out of town. Whether you need dog boarding, cat boarding, or care for birds and pocket pets, we have a plan to suit your needs.
Our dog boarding services at Stone Mountain Pet Lodge focus on an individual handling program. Because of that, we are able to accept dogs with any temperament (even aggressive dogs). We have the ability to be as hands-on or as hands-free as each situation requires. So although your dog will not interact with any other dog (unless from the same family), he or she will have a lot of contact with our staff!
Each guest stays in their own private, luxurious suite and we’ll keep your pup exercised and entertained with an activity package hand-picked by you for their perfect vacation. Call us for more information on our discounted activity packages!
Quality Care
No matter what you choose for your pet, you can be assured that everyone will receive attentive care from certified Pet Care Technicians, a climate-controlled atmosphere, and state of the art fire & security systems. We pride ourselves on our facility’s cleanliness and invite you to take a tour anytime we’re open. No appointment is necessary…we’re always ready for you!
We’re very proud of our place and hope you will be as excited about it as we are.
If you’re going out of town on vacation for a few days, but can't bring your dog along, finding a neighbor or friend willing to watch your pets can be tough. And even if they agreed to the task of watching them for you, you still might not feel good about leaving your pets cooped up with little human interaction for a week -- not to mention the accidents your pets are bound to have on the new carpet or hardwood floors you've just installed.
While staying with us as part of our local dog boarding program, each guest stays in their own private, luxurious suite. We have multiple suite options, including family-sized suites for multi-dog families. We even have Teddy Bear Canyon, a dedicated lodging and playing area just for our small dog guests. All suites are designed with your pet’s comfort in mind and include a raised bed with blanket as well as featuring natural light, air conditioning, and heated, epoxy-coated floors for warmth during cold months and easy cleaning/disinfecting.
As part of our boarding services, dogs are fed twice a day, and our automatic watering system ensures they always have a continuous source of fresh water.
To make your dog’s boarding experience more comfortable, we encourage you to bring a few personal items to help their stay feel like home. Please note that pets may behave differently in a new environment and could chew, spill on, or damage their belongings. Stone Mountain Pet Lodge is not responsible for damaged items. Please limit personal items to:
One blanket or bedding item (no stuffed or upholstered beds, please)
A total of 2 bones and/or toys (1 toy and 1 bone, 2 bones or 2 toys)
Your pet's food pre-bagged for each meal during their stay.
For the best experience, we recommend sending washable items that are permanently labeled. Please avoid bringing irreplaceable items.
Benefits or Pre-Bagging Food for Dog Boarding:
Your pet is guaranteed to be fed the exact amount of food and treats they’re used to at home.
It eliminates the guesswork of packing enough food for their stay.
Adding treats to meals? Pre-bagging ensures they receive the right amount.
Helpful Tips for Pre-Bagging:
Use Zip-loc bags to prevent spills and keep food fresh.
Pack an extra meal or two in case of an unexpected extended stay.
Label the bags only if morning and evening meals differ.
Medical/Special Needs:
If your dog has special needs, such as a special diet or medications, qualified lodging staff will make sure those needs are met.
Please keep medications separate from meals.
There will be a Medications/Supplements fee.
By choosing our dog boarding services, you’re providing your pet with a safe, comfortable, and personalized experience.
Dog Boarding FAQs
No. You can make a reservation for as short as a few hours or as long as several months. All reservations are built around two plans; Day Lodge and Night Lodge. For more details, please visit our Lodging page.
Your pet will be closely checked upon arrival. Our ABKA certified staff will inform you of anything unusual we may find. If fleas or ticks are found, your pet will be treated prior to entering our facility for a nominal charge. We are extremely careful not to let fleas or ticks into Stone Mountain Pet Lodge. Owners will always be informed of any problems before the pet's departure.
Yes! We provide this service in the form of the Pet Taxi. Cost is determined by approximate distance from Stone Mountain Pet Lodge.
We have no minimum age for puppies or kittens, however we do require that they have completed the entire series of vaccines. This generally means that every puppy will be at least 16 weeks old. Sorry, we cannot make exceptions.
No! We now accept many different types of pets. For more details, please visit Exotic Pet Lodging.
Unlike some kennels, every dog has their own personal outdoor run. We don't let dogs go indoors because we believe that encourages bad behavior.
No, because this would make it impossible to keep the kennel heated or cooled effectively. However, your dog will get frequent trips to their own outdoor run throughout the day. Scheduled outdoor breaks start at 7 am and end between 9 & 10 pm.
A stay at Stone Mountain Pet Lodge includes a potty break three times a day, plus plenty of attention and love! We do offer additional exercise and playtime options including a nature walk on our outdoor wooded walking path, 15 minutes of playtime in one of our outdoor play yards, or socialized play time in our Doggy Daycare program (see our lodging options and add-ons section for more information).
Yes. We like to maintain our guests' routine feeding schedule. There is no charge for additional feedings.
Yes! Stone Mountain Pet Lodge is pleased to offer socialized play times. Dog owners can drop their pets off at Stone Mountain Pet Lodge for a “play date” with other dogs, or you can choose our individualized program. Dogs are screened for current vaccinations and temperament. Visit Doggy Daycare for more info.
Your preferred veterinarian will be contacted immediately. We will do as they advise. Any charges incurred in the treatment are your responsibility, while prompt, proper and attentive care of your pet is, of course, our responsibility. In an emergency, if your veterinarian's clinic is closed, we will use our best judgment in responding to the needs of your pet unless otherwise instructed by you or your pet's physician.
We strive to maintain up-to-date contact information including your home, cell and one other emergency number. We will try to contact you if a problem arises. In the event of a medical emergency, your preferred veterinary will be used. If your preferred veterinary clinic is unavailable or too far away (to be decided on a case-by-case basis), we will bring your pet to Blaine Area Pet Hospital (during the day) or Midwest Veterinary Specialty Group (during the night / weekends). Both veterinary clinics listed are located less than 10 minutes from Stone Mountain Pet Lodge.
All dogs and cats visiting Stone Mountain Pet Lodge require these immunizations. Vaccines must be given by a licensed veterinarian. First-time boarders should bring veterinarian documentation showing the due dates of the next immunization, which will be recorded for future reference.
Although we do not have a required minimum incubation period between the time vaccines are given and the beginning of your reservation, we strongly recommend getting any vaccines done at least 10–14 days prior to arrival at our facility. This gives the vaccine time to reach its full effectiveness to protect against illness.
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*Rabies vaccination is only required for dogs 16 weeks or older. †Rabies vaccination is required only for some types of exotics, such as ferrets
Rabies
A deadly disease caused by a virus that attacks the nervous system, usually spread by a bite from a rabid animal. Rabies vaccination is required by law (for dogs 16 weeks or older) the safety of our employees and other animals staying at Stone Mountain Pet Lodge.
Bordetella (Tracheobronchitis)
A bacterial infection typically caused by Bordetella bronchiseptica and two viruses called Parainfluenza virus and Adenovirus. The airborne organisms are inhaled by a susceptible dog and attach to the lining of the trachea and upper airway passages. Due to the airborne nature of this disease, neighboring dogs boarded at Stone Mountain Pet Lodge are susceptible to the disease. Also known as Canine Cough or Kennel Cough. "Let's Talk About Canine Cough" Article by Pet Care Services (836 KB)
Please note that many veterinarians administer Bordetella only upon request.
DHPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, Parvo)
A highly contagious disease caused by a virus that attacks the respiratory, gastrointestinal, and nervous systems of dogs, usually spread through airborne exposure to the virus contained in respiratory secretions of an infected dog. Due to the airborne nature of this disease, neighboring dogs boarded at Stone Mountain Pet Lodge are susceptible to the disease. Also known as Canine Distemper.
Just For Cats
Whisker Ridge is an exclusive Cattery and Cat Grooming Salon to pamper your favorite feline with love and care. While your cats are lodging with us they will stay at Whisker Ridge. This peaceful haven includes cat condos as well as our penthouse suites, complete with a cozy chair to curl up on and perches to look out the windows. They can also stay and play in our new Cat Atrium, which is filled with cat-oriented toys. Cats are fed and given water twice per day.
Whisker Ridge has its own air filtration system that keeps the air clean and is located away from the dog kennels to give our cats a more enjoyable, stress-free stay.
In addition to that, every cat has his or her own bathroom exhaust fan to remove any odors. A pheromone diffuser in the cattery helps keep our feline guests calm and happy.
We feed Felidae Pure Sea as an in-house food, but we always suggest bringing in your cat’s usual food, as they can be pretty finicky! We feed the cats twice daily (or your custom schedule), and fresh water is available at all times.
Each cat has a chart on which handlers will document any information regarding these special needs, including amount of food given, time medications were administered, and other pertinent information.
Cat Accommodations
Our Condos include a raised loft area (because we all know how much cats like to look down on everything!) and custom–made fleece snuggler bed for them to curl up on. Since they cannot see any cats next to them, there is privacy galore. Your cat gets to come out of their Condo to get attention and explore the rest of the room twice daily while we're cleaning for them.
Soothing classical music is played around the clock for our guests. The Condos are two horizontally adjacent spaces joined together to make your cat's stay extra comfortable.
Also included is a dedicated ventilation system that supplies each condo with 24-7 fresh air to eliminate odor of sanitary areas as well as keep the odors of other felines out.
Pre-payment is required for all lodging check-ins. Check-in is available any time during our normal business hours. Standard checkout is at 11 AM. Half the daily rate will be charged for late checkouts.
Cats love to climb and explore so we have penthouse climbers in four of our suites. Penthouse suites are available for cat families or the cat that likes a little more room to stretch out. Your cat has the opportunity to explore the rest of the Lion's Den twice daily while we’re cleaning their Penthouse Suite.
We have two Luxury Penthouses suites that are private, themed 8' x 8' rooms with sisal-wrapped catwalks, a big cushy chair, a jungle gym, a large window with an outdoor view and another window into the main room of the Lion's Den cattery.
Pre-payment is required for all lodging check-ins. Check-in is available any time during our normal business hours. Standard checkout is at 11 AM. Half the daily rate will be charged for late checkouts.
Our Cat Atrium is a windowed enclosure with a solid divider wall and plenty of furnishings and toys for your feline to enjoy. The Cat Atrium provides your cat with the most visibility of main room of the cattery.
Pre-payment is required for all lodging check-ins. Check-in is available any time during our normal business hours. Standard checkout is at 11 AM. Half the daily rate will be charged for late checkouts.
Cat Boarding FAQs
No. You can make a reservation for as short as a few hours or as long as several months. All reservations are built around two plans; Day Lodge and Night Lodge. For more details, please visit our Lodging page.
Your pet will be closely checked upon arrival. Our ABKA certified staff will inform you of anything unusual we may find. If fleas or ticks are found, your pet will be treated prior to entering our facility for a nominal charge. We are extremely careful not to let fleas or ticks into Stone Mountain Pet Lodge. Owners will always be informed of any problems before the pet's departure.
At Stone Mountain Pet Lodge, we like to create a very home-like atmosphere for your cat while they stay with us. We recommend that you bring your pet's bed and/or favorite toy. This will be an added sense of comfort for your cat (no irreplaceable items, please). Easily washable items which have been permanently labeled with your last name are best. You can also bring your own food, if you wish, at no additional charge or discount.
Yes! We provide this service in the form of the Pet Taxi. Cost is determined by approximate distance from Stone Mountain Pet Lodge.
We have no minimum age for kittens, however we do require that they have completed the entire series of vaccines. Sorry, we cannot make exceptions.
No! We now accept many different types of pets. For more details, please visit Exotic Pet Lodging.
Yes. We like to maintain our guests' routine feeding schedule. There is no charge for additional feedings.
Your preferred veterinarian will be contacted immediately. We will do as they advise. Any charges incurred in the treatment are your responsibility, while prompt, proper and attentive care of your pet is, of course, our responsibility. In an emergency, if your veterinarian's clinic is closed, we will use our best judgment in responding to the needs of your cat unless otherwise instructed by you or your pet's physician.
We strive to maintain up-to-date contact information including your home, cell and one other emergency number. We will try to contact you if a problem arises. In the event of a medical emergency, your preferred veterinary will be used. If your preferred veterinary clinic is unavailable or too far away (to be decided on a case-by-case basis), we will bring your pet to Blaine Area Pet Hospital (during the day) or Midwest Veterinary Specialty Group (during the night / weekends). Both veterinary clinics listed are located less than 10 minutes from Stone Mountain Pet Lodge.
All cats visiting Stone Mountain Pet Lodge require these immunizations. Vaccines must be given by a licensed veterinarian. First-time boarders should bring veterinarian documentation showing the due dates of the next immunization, which will be recorded for future reference.
Although we do not have a required minimum incubation period between the time vaccines are given and the beginning of your reservation, we strongly recommend getting any vaccines done at least 10–14 days prior to arrival at our facility. This gives the vaccine time to reach its full effectiveness to protect against illness.
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Grooming
Nail Trims
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Rabies
A deadly disease caused by a virus that attacks the nervous system, usually spread by a bite from a rabid animal. Rabies vaccination is required by law for the safety of our employees and other animals staying at Stone Mountain Pet Lodge.
A highly contagious viral disease caused by the feline parvovirus, usually spread when cats come into contact with the blood, urine, fecal matter, nasal secretions, and even fleas from other infected cats. A cat can become infected without ever coming into direct contact with an infected cat. Because this disease is easily transmittable and cats are in relatively close quarters, this immunization is required. Also known as Feline Distemper.
Exotics
Stone Mountain Pet Lodge is also capable of boarding exotic pets such as birds, gerbils, hamsters, other pocket pets and even pigs!
We'll provide a climate-controlled area and soothing music for your pet; you need to provide a cage, food and bedding materials, along with detailed instructions on how to help care for them.
For pigs, we'll handle the sleeping accommodations.
Pre-payment is required for all lodging check-ins. Check-in is available any time during our normal business hours. Standard checkout is at 11 AM. Half the daily rate will be charged for late checkouts.
Stone Mountain Pet Lodge is dedicated to providing outstanding care for your pet when you are out of town. Whether you need dog boarding, cat boarding, or care for birds and pocket pets, we have a plan to suit your needs.
Quality Care
Night Lodging (Overnight Stays)
"Let's Talk About Canine Cough" Article by Pet Care Services
Whisker Ridge is an exclusive Cattery and Cat Grooming Salon to pamper your favorite feline with love and care. While your cats are lodging with us they will stay at Whisker Ridge. This peaceful haven includes cat condos as well as our penthouse suites, complete with a cozy chair to curl up on and perches to look out the windows. They can also stay and play in our new Cat Atrium, which is filled with cat-oriented toys. Cats are fed and given water twice per day. 
We feed Felidae Pure Sea as an in-house food, but we always suggest bringing in your cat’s usual food, as they can be pretty finicky! We feed the cats twice daily (or your custom schedule), and fresh water is available at all times.
