Fido's World

Fido's World is a dog boarding and daycare facility at 1612 Skelton Road in Gainesville, Georgia, open every day from 6:15 AM to 7:30 PM. Along with overnight stays and cage-free day camp, it offers grooming, obedience training, an outdoor bark park and boarding for cats.

What is boarding at Fido's World like?

Overnight guests stay in standard suites with tempered glass doors, natural light and ceiling fans. Each boarding dog gets three outdoor breaks. The building is climate controlled and uses clean air technology. Private suites are also listed among its amenities. Published boarding rates run from $47 to $55 per night.

What else is on site?

• Cage-free daycare with indoor play space
• An artificial-turf bark park of over 7,000 square feet, with separate areas for big and small dogs
• Grooming and obedience training
• Kitty Condos for cats
• An on-site pet supply shop

The bark park is the standout feature. Dogs get room to run on turf instead of dirt, and smaller dogs have their own space away from the big ones.

How serious is the training program?

Training is a real focus here. Fido's World offers an AKC Canine Good Citizen class taught by an AKC evaluator, which suits owners who want reliable everyday manners from their dog. The facility's own site describes basic obedience as one of the most worthwhile things an owner can do with a dog.

How do new dogs get started?

New dogs begin with an evaluation, and after it they get a free half day of camp. That gives owners an easy way to see how their dog handles the group setting before booking a longer stay. The facility accepts small, medium and large dogs, and vaccinations are required. Reservations are made by phone at 678-971-1052.