Dog Boarding in Iowa City
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Able to watch Ollie with just a few hours notice, when I picked him up I could tell he had fun.
Deana R.
My pup was happy and well cared for--good communication as well!
Karen T.
Thanks Makenna!!! Elphie had a great time
Sam M.
Kylie is the sweetest! I have 2 big dogs that pull like crazy and she was phenomenal with both of them. I was super comfortable handing my pups to her! Will 100% use again!
Lisa J.
My dogs absolutely LOVED hanging out with Abby! They are a giant dog breed + a hunting dog puppy and can be difficult sometimes, but she was a pro with walking them. Always going above and beyond and never failing to brighten their day. Abby is the best!
Julia B.
Abby always exceeds my expectations and takes such good care of my dogs! They absolutely love their afternoon walks with her.
Julia B.
Abby did an amazing job caring for my pups! They really enjoyed her company and we are so grateful for her! Both got adequate walks in & felt very well cared for.
Julia B.
Abigail was so kind and caring with our small pup. Really took the time to make him feel comfortable and can tell she is an absolute natural with animals. Our pup loved every minute with her!
Heather B.
Mia was great she came at the right time and stayed a bit longer to ensure our sweet boy was happy
Jonathan S.
Emma and my pets got along well! She is clearly knowledgeable on and comfortable with animals. I m confident my pets will be safe and well taken care of with her
Scott P.
The best dog events in Iowa City
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Annual Dog Paddle
Let your dog enjoy the summer sun one last time at the annual dog paddle! Every year, right before the Iowa City Park Pool is drained for the season, the city partners with the Friends of the Animal Center Foundation for their annual dog swim. The Olympic-sized pool is open to all pups interested in doggie paddling the afternoon away. For our smaller furry friends, the kiddie pool is reserved. This is the one chance your pup has to take a dip in the pool, so don’t miss it! General admission is $15 but look out for early registration to save $5!
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Iowa Arts Festival
A free, weekend-long, community celebration, the Iowa Arts Festival is full of fun for the whole family! From the over 100 local and national visual artists displaying and selling their work to “Culinary Row,” a vendor buffet of regional and ethnic foods, the festival is the perfect way to spend a summer afternoon. And don’t forget to grab a spot for you and your pup on the lawn for the accompanying music festival! As one of the most anticipated art festivals in the state, the Iowa Arts Festival is sure to be a paw-some time for you and your pup.
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Iowa City Jazz Festival
With lively Jazz performances, delicious food, and a ton of activities that the whole family can enjoy, the Iowa City Jazz Festival is a packed weekend of summer fun in Iowa City. Walk your pup around downtown Iowa City as it transforms into a block party of music, food, and fun. With four stages scheduled tight with local, national, and international acts, the Iowa City Jazz Fest encourages and educates a jazz audience of all ages. Bring a blanket or chair and take in the sweet summer sounds.
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Iowa Soul Festival
The Iowa Soul Festival is the only one of its kind in the state. It celebrates the art, food, music, and dance of the African and African-American communities and brings in people from all over the region. This yearly summer festival features local, regional and nationally recognized artists to help show the positive influence the African/African American culture has on the city and its surrounding area. Bring your pup out to celebrate this culture through live entertainment, soul food, art, crafts, and much more!
Lucky Pawz Dog Jog
Attend the fourth-annual dog-jog and get some best-friend exercising time with your pup! You can choose to do the 2-mile best friend walk or, for those with a more athletic fur-end, you can run the dog jog 5k. The event is organized by local dog daycare and boarder, Lucky Pawz, and all proceeds from the Dog Jog go to supporting the Iowa City Animal Shelter. So grab you and your dog’s matching sweatbands and get ready to run for this impawsibly good cause!
