Pet Ranch at Millwood

Pet Ranch at Millwood is a dog boarding and daycare facility in Springfield, MO, run out of 3209 E Evans Rd. It takes dogs of every size, small through large, and boards cats as well. A veterinarian is on staff.

What a stay looks like

Dogs get room to move indoors and out. The outdoor play area is fenced grass rather than concrete or gravel. For rainy and cold days there is a 3,500-square-foot indoor space, so a stay does not stall when the weather turns. Group play with other dogs is part of the day, and boarders get access to the swimming pool.

• Overnight boarding for dogs and cats
• Doggie daycare and group play
• On-site grooming
• Fenced grassy outdoor area and a 3,500-square-foot indoor space
• Swimming pool for boarders

What sets it apart

The veterinarian on staff is the clearest difference, and that tends to matter most to owners of senior dogs. The grass is the other one. Plenty of boarding yards are concrete or gravel; this one is fenced lawn, which is easier on paws in summer. Dogs who enjoy company usually do best here, since playtime happens in a group rather than alone.

Hours, rates, and booking

Published nightly rates run from $25 to $55, depending on the stay. The facility is open 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, which makes weekend pickups and drop-offs workable for owners traveling over a weekend. Reservations are handled by phone at (417) 881-7400 rather than through an online form, so it is worth calling ahead during busy travel weeks. Grooming can be arranged alongside boarding or daycare.