Happy Tails Doggie Daycare and Boarding

Happy Tails Doggie Daycare and Boarding handles dog boarding and daycare in Springfield, MO, and it takes cats as well. The facility is at 1670 S. Enterprise Ave. Dogs board in private suites, and cats stay in a separate area of the building.

Services and amenities

• Overnight boarding for dogs and cats, housed in separate areas
• Daycare with playgroups sorted by size and personality
• Three indoor and three outdoor play areas for dogs
• A cat-only room with upstairs, downstairs, and horizontal suites
• Medication administration for pets who need it

What stands out

Boarding dogs get group play sessions during their stay, so the day involves more than time in a suite. Sorting playgroups by size and personality matters for owners of small dogs, shy dogs, or dogs who are too much for a mixed crowd. Bedding is changed daily. In-house Purina food is available for an added fee.

The cat side is worth a look for households with both species. Cats get their own room with upstairs and downstairs suites plus horizontal ones, set apart from where the dogs play.

Practical details

Published rates run $28 to $40 per night. The kennel is open 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through Saturday, and 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Sunday. Reservations are made online, and vaccinations are required for every guest. Owners with questions can call (417) 881-8644 or email springfieldmodogboarding@gmail.com before booking a first stay.