Cottonwood Pet Resort

Cottonwood Pet Resort is a family owned dog boarding and daycare facility in Waterloo, NE, at 26910 W Center Rd, a short drive west of Omaha. The same family has owned and operated it for more than 35 years. The 15,000 square foot building sits on 10 acres, with overnight lodging, daytime play, and grooming handled in one place.

Services and amenities

• Overnight lodging for short stays and longer trips
• Daycare with indoor play space
• Outdoor artificial-grass play yards
• Cushioned indoor floors and climate control
• On-site grooming and live webcam access

What stands out

Two things separate this from a plain kennel run. The outdoor yards use artificial grass, so dogs get their time outside without coming home caked in mud. Indoor floors are cushioned instead of bare concrete, which matters for older dogs and for anyone who plays hard all day. Climate control covers both the July heat and the January cold. Ten acres also leaves the outdoor areas more room than most in-town kennels get. Owners who like to check in can watch the live webcams during the day.

Practical details

Hours run 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Saturday, and noon to 4:00 PM Sunday. Booking is done online, and published rates fall between $25 and $32 per day. Dogs need current vaccinations before they stay. Grooming and daycare are available alongside overnight boarding, so a dog can go home clean after a long trip. The phone number is (402) 359-4155, and the email is information@cottonwoodpetresort.com.