Man's Best Friend Pet Resort

Man's Best Friend Pet Resort handles dog boarding in Belton, MO, along with daycare, cat boarding, and grooming at 329 S Mullen Rd. Dogs of every size are accepted, from small breeds up to giant ones. The resort treats pets as family, and the layout reflects that thinking: guests move between their indoor and outdoor space on their own instead of waiting on a staff member to open a door.

Services and amenities

• Overnight boarding in private suites with attached outdoor runs
• Doggie daycare with indoor and outdoor play areas
• On-site grooming
• Temperature-controlled indoor areas
• Over 2 acres of fenced play area

What the suites look like

Standard Suites give a dog 5x5 indoors and 5x10 outdoors. Big Dog Daddy Suites double that, at 5x10 inside and 10x10 outside, which works for large breeds or two dogs from the same household. Indoor areas stay temperature-controlled through every season, and pools come out for play in the summer. Cats board separately in multi-tiered condos set up in a quiet room, well away from the dog runs.

Practical details

Published nightly rates run from $20 to $85, depending on the suite and how many pets are sharing it. Reservations are booked online. All pets must be up to date on their vaccinations before a stay, and the resort offers military and senior discounts. Hours are 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM on Saturday, and noon to 6:00 PM on Sunday. Questions go to (816) 331-4364 or jessica@mbfpetresort.com.

For owners in the Belton area who want their dog to have outdoor access rather than a kennel run alone, the mix of private suites, open acreage, and grooming under the same roof covers most of what a longer trip requires.