Big Sky Pet Center

Big Sky Pet Center offers dog boarding and dog daycare in Billings, MT, out of a facility on Entryway Drive that also operates as a veterinary practice. Boarding dogs stay in private suites, and daycare dogs get supervised play with other dogs. Cats board here too, in what the center calls its "ocean-side" cat condos.

What makes it different

The vet care happens on site, during the stay. That matters most for dogs on medication or with a condition that needs watching: staff administer medications, and veterinary care is available without a separate trip across town. The center is also a Certified Cat Friendly Practice, recognized by the American Association of Feline Practitioners, which is worth knowing for households booking a dog and a cat at the same time. Acupuncture therapy is offered as well.

Services and amenities

• Private dog suites for overnight stays
• Daycare with supervised play
• On-site veterinary care during boarding
• Medication administration
• Bedding, food, and toys provided

Practical details

Hours run 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM Monday through Friday, and the center is closed Saturday and Sunday. That means drop-offs and pickups fall on weekdays, so travel plans need to account for it. Booking is by phone at (406) 652-6526.

Vaccinations are required for boarding dogs. Owners who board often can buy prepay boarding packages that include free nights. The address is 7565 Entryway Dr., Billings, MT 59101, and more information is at bigskypetcenter.com.