Dog Tales Day Camp and Boarding

Dog Tales Day Camp and Boarding offers cage-free dog boarding in Durham, NC, on a 15-acre property with hiking trails and creek beds. It is owner-operated and keeps its boarding capacity low, so each dog gets real attention rather than a spot in a row of runs. Dogs are screened for health and temperament before they board.

What a stay looks like

Dogs join several group play sessions a day and head out on guided hikes matched to their pace. Staff feed each dog the way its owner prefers and administer medication when it is needed. Unlimited cuddle time is part of the standard stay. Before pickup, every dog gets a bath and a freshen-up.

Services and amenities

• Cage-free overnight boarding with 15 acres of outdoor space
• Guided hikes tailored to each dog
• Multiple daily group play sessions
• Medication administration and feeding for special diets
• Grooming, including a bath before going home

What sets it apart

The property does a lot of the work here. Trails and creek beds give dogs somewhere to go besides a fenced square, and hikes are built around what each dog can handle. The low boarding capacity is the other half: fewer dogs on site keeps group play and one-on-one time manageable.

Practical details

Dog Tales is at 1204 Patterson Rd in Durham, and reservations are handled by email at dogtalesnc@gmail.com. The phone number is 919-691-7613. Published nightly rates run from $40 to $60. Proof of current vaccinations is required before a dog can stay.