Irmo Pet Retreat

Irmo Pet Retreat is a cage-free dog boarding and daycare facility at 8027 Irmo Drive in Columbia, SC. Dogs sleep in private suites instead of traditional cages, and the building covers roughly 7,300 square feet of centrally heated and cooled space. Grooming is offered on site, so a dog can go home clean after a long stay.

Services and amenities

• Overnight boarding in private studio, queen, and king suites
• Day boarding and daycare for shorter stays
• Individual fenced outdoor play areas and an indoor play space
• On-site dog grooming
• Medication administration for dogs on a schedule

Day boarding covers owners who need care during a workday, while overnight stays handle longer trips. The whole building is climate controlled, which matters in a Columbia summer.

How the boarding works

Every dog gets personal attention and playtime with a person at least four times a day. Dogs are only grouped with companions from their own household, so no one shares a suite or playtime with an unfamiliar dog. That setup tends to suit older dogs, nervous dogs, and any dog who does not enjoy group play.

Practical details

Rates published on the facility's website run $29 to $56 per night, depending on the suite size. Booking is by phone at 803-708-0669, and the kennel can also be reached at irmopetretreat@gmail.com. Posted hours are 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Saturday, and 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Sunday. A security system with 24-hour monitoring and perimeter fencing covers the property.