River City Veterinary Hospital

River City Veterinary Hospital runs a Pet Resort for dog boarding in Meridian, ID, alongside a full-service veterinary hospital at the same address. Dogs board in a building where veterinarians, surgery, and urgent care are already on site. That setup tends to matter most to owners of senior dogs, anxious dogs, or pets on daily medication.

What sets this place apart

The practice is Fear Free Certified, so staff have trained in handling methods meant to reduce fear, anxiety, and stress in the animals they work with. It is also AAHA accredited, a review that covers surgery, patient care, cleanliness, client service, and emergency care. Households with a cat as well as a dog may note the Cat Friendly Certification from the AAFP and ISFM. Webcam access is part of the package, so owners can look in on their dog instead of guessing how the day went.

Services and amenities

• Pet Resort boarding
• On-site full-service veterinary hospital
• Webcam access
• Pet baths and nail trimming
• Wellness care, surgery, and urgent care

Grooming during a stay

Baths and nail trims are handled in house, which is worth scheduling at the end of a longer stay so the dog comes home clean. Both are part of the hospital's own services rather than an outside vendor.

Practical details

The hospital is open 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Saturday, and closed Sunday. Owners coming back from a weekend trip should plan pickup around those hours. Boarding is booked online. For questions, the number is (208) 888-7300 and the email is info@rivercityvet.com. The address is 2250 W Everest Ln, Meridian, ID 83646.