Riverside Animal Hospital

Riverside Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited veterinary hospital in Macon, GA, that boards dogs and also offers grooming and medical care. For owners comparing dog boarding in Macon, the draw is simple: a dog's stay happens inside a working animal hospital with a veterinarian on site.

What does a boarding stay include?

Boarded pets are fed according to their owners' instructions, and clean, fresh water is always available. Staff can handle special diets and give medications during a stay. The hospital says it cares for every pet as if it were one of their own.

• Veterinarian on site
• Owner-directed feeding and special diets
• Medication administration
• Grooming services
• Facility tours before booking

Why board at a veterinary hospital?

The main difference here is medical backup. A dog that takes daily medication or has a health condition stays in a building where a vet is already on hand. Riverside also offers veterinary dentistry and cleanings, plus ultrasound diagnostics, so the same team can cover routine and more involved care.

The practice holds AAHA accreditation. Its website reads as warm and plain-spoken, and the staff describe themselves as a team of animal lovers. They openly invite owners to call with questions, which helps if a dog has quirks or needs extra attention.

How do owners book a stay?

Booking is handled by phone at (478) 746-4838. Owners who want to see the boarding area first can ask to set up a facility tour. When calling, it helps to mention any feeding instructions, special diet or medication so staff can plan for them. Grooming is also offered at the hospital, so it can be arranged on the same call.