K9 Paradise Retreat

K9 Paradise Retreat is a cage-free dog boarding and daycare facility in Tavares, FL, at 106 E. Nelson Street. Dogs spend the day in a quarter-acre yard with a pool and waterfall, then settle into an indoor lounge stocked with a wide range of comfy beds.

Services and amenities

• Cage-free boarding, with a private isolation room for dogs who do better on their own
• Doggie daycare with group play, kept small by a limited membership
• Private walks and private day-play for dogs who need a quieter routine
• Grooming, plus medication administration and special diets
• Live video monitoring for owners who want to check in

What makes it different

The membership cap is the point. K9 Paradise Retreat limits how many dogs join the group so care stays personal, which helps dogs that get lost in a large crowd. Dogs who don't do well in group play can book private walks or private day-play instead, and boarders who need quiet have a private isolation room. A veterinarian is available, and the kennel refers owners to local vets.

Practical details

Hours are 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM Monday through Friday, and 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday. Weekend hours are shorter than weekday hours, so drop-offs and pickups take a little planning. Booking happens over the phone at 352-742-5086. Owners with questions can email DJoy@K9ParadiseRetreat.com or read through k9paradiseretreat.com before calling. A phone call is also the way to check dates for a first stay in Tavares.