Home Away From Home

Home Away From Home is a dog boarding and daycare facility at 5390 51st Ave S Suite A in Fargo, ND, and it also takes cats and, by request, small animals. Dogs of every size stay here, from small breeds through giant ones. Boarding runs $49 to $79 per night depending on the room, based on rates published on the kennel's own site.

What the facility offers

Overnight guests spend their days in supervised group play, with dogs grouped by size and temperament, then settle into a kennel run with a Kuranda bed. Three outdoor yards plus indoor play space keep the routine going through North Dakota weather. Cats have a separate quiet room with condos and rotating playtime, away from the dogs.

• Overnight boarding, including VIP runs with a private outdoor run
• Daycare with supervised group play
• Grooming
• Medication administration and special diets
• Cat boarding, and small animal boarding by request

What sets it apart

Staff credentials are worth a look. The team includes an NDSU Veterinary Technology graduate, a Certified Canine Esthetician, and a National Dog Groomers Association member, and the facility holds AKC Salon SAFE and Pet CPR and First Aid certifications. Owners can send bedding, blankets, and toys from home. Meals come pre-portioned from the dog's own supply, which helps if your dog is on a set diet or a medication schedule.

Practical details

Booking is handled online. The kennel is open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM Monday through Friday, and 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM Saturday and Sunday. Vaccinations are required for all guests. Questions can go to 701-532-1618 or hafhfacility@gmail.com, and the site is homeawayfargo.com. For owners in Fargo weighing a first overnight stay, the mix of daycare-style play during the day and a quiet run at night is the shape of a typical visit.