Rivers Edge Pet Resort

Rivers Edge Pet Resort handles dog boarding in Thonotosassa, FL, along with cat boarding, daycare, and grooming at its property on N US Hwy 301. Dogs of every size are accepted, from small breeds up through giant ones. Reservations are made online.

What they offer

Overnight guests can have resort activities added to a stay, and cats have their own space rather than sharing the dog areas.

• Overnight dog and cat boarding, including VIP Suites
• Doggie daycare, seven days a week
• Kitty play area with 3-tiered condos and Sherpa bedding
• Grooming and special diet feeding
• Nature walks and playtime

What the setup looks like

Accommodations are indoor/outdoor, and the patio runs are covered and screened in, so dogs get outside time out of the direct Florida sun. There are outdoor private yards and paddocks as well, plus private suites for dogs that do better away from a crowd. Someone is supervising the animals around the clock, not only during office hours. Grooming is on site too, so a bath can be handled during a boarding stay instead of on a separate trip. The resort's own material leans on customer service and on treating pets as part of the family.

Practical details

Business hours run 7:15 AM to 7:00 PM, seven days a week. Published rates range from $15 to $47 per day, depending on the animal and the type of accommodation. Vaccinations are required, and booking is handled online. Owners with a dog on a restricted or prescription diet can arrange special feeding. For questions, the resort can be reached at (813) 986-1256 or riversedgepetresort@aol.com, and the address is 12580 N US Hwy 301, Thonotosassa, FL 33592.