Dog Boarding in Tacoma
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Excellent communicator, made Thea apart of her family and provide photos, videos, and updates. Big fan of Nancy!!!!
wendy C.
Hey there Wag community, Our family recently used Morelia's services. She took care of our sweet girl for a month. Morrelia is attentive, caring & loving towards our older sweet Cocker Spaniel. Morelia made sure we had updates on how she was doing and sent us pictures to let us know how she physically looked during her stay. We would highly recommend her. We trust her and more importantly, so does our fur baby.
Derry P.
Yeti had a good time here and she was kept safe and happy. I was a bit nervous about the other dogs there at first but Oneeda did a great job keeping them separate and happy. Yeti got walks and even her own bedroom and I appreciated the regular communication and pictures!
Skye K.
Nancy and the twins were so loving to my little furry ball of fire. I can tell. bye the videos and the pictures that they sent that I don't even think Iris missed me. Nancy made sure that my mind was put at ease. I can't thank her enough. I knew these types of services existed but I never trusted anyone to take care of my baby like I do. I knew her and the twins would be a good match after the first interview. if I ever need someone to watch my fur baby again I'm going to use her or I'm just not going. She gets six stars in my book. thank you Nancy. see you in the future
Miriam E.
Great weekend roommate for my pup! Frequent communication and tons of photos. Thanks!
gregg B.
Morelia always kept me informed and sent the cutest pictures every day. As a new dog mom, I have never been away from my pup. Morelia was truly amazing and made our first boarding experience for me and Hazel super easy. 100/10
Kennedy M.
Great with updates and taking care of my guy!
gregg B.
Nancy did an excellent job taking care of Gabby and Gabber. She was reliable, kind, and clearly experienced with dogs. Communication was great, and I felt comfortable the whole time. Would definitely book again!
Jay L.
Abigail did a great job with boarding my cattle dog Willow and was punctual about sending updates!
Ryan B.
Oneeda is a great dog sitter and treated our Boston s like family. We had a long trip and very thankful to have her. Will book with her again.
Kristi H.
The best dog events in Tacoma
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Dog Gone Run
How about a fun day running with your dog? The metro "bark" of Tacoma offers an annual dog run for pooches of all breeds and their jogging humans. This 2-mile race also features a special Pooch Pool Party in the which the dog-letes can paddle around with other dogs, jump into the Lazy River and splash in the sprayground. Add $5.00 to your entry fee for the water play fun! Grab your sneakers, leash and throw 2 towels in the car - one for you and one for your pup!36
Barkoween Costume Party at the Wet Noses Dry Paws Indoor Dog Park
Each October, the Wet Noses Dry Paws Indoor Dog Park has a special party for costumed canines! The Barkoween Costume Party is a special day that features a pet costume contest, treats for tricks, a pie eating contest, and bobbing for hot dogs. There are beverages and treats for humans, too! During the rest of the year, you may find time to take your Fido to play at this indoor park that features 6,000 square feet of play area. There is a built in turf potty zone, tennis balls, and agility equipment as well!24
Jack Hyde Park on Commencement Bay
Soak in the splendor of the fresh air and water as you take your leashed dog for a walk along the waterfront at the Jack Hyde Park on Commencement Bay. This five-acre "bark" is in the Old Town area where you can also wander to pick up a snack or refreshment! Watch the people play in their jet skis and kayaks. This lovely park is known for the views, benches, walking trails, and statues. It's a place for paws with their partners to be happy together!12
Tee-Time at the Chambers Bay Golf Course
The Chambers Bay Golf Course is home to the 2015 U.S. Open Golf Tournament! It has a gorgeous view of the Chambers Bay and area. True to the history of golf, it is a walking course. As such this bountiful setting has paved walking paths that run the entire course. When you reach the south end, your dog can look forward to going off leash for more play and exercise in the Chambers Bay Off-Leash Dog Park!
Picnic at the Browns Point Lighthouse Park
Savor the sea and majesty of the nearby mountains as you take in the fresh air with your leashed companion at the Browns Point Lighthouse Park. The park is one of many metro parks in the Tacoma area. This historical landmark has an area for picnics, making it a perfect place to walk, run, rest, eat, and explore. There are "tails" to be told of the stories of the lighthouse and the sea! Bring a good book and plan to rest on the porch with your pooch in a rocking chair.
