The Ark Pet Spa & Hotel

The Ark Pet Spa & Hotel runs dog boarding, daycare, and grooming out of its East Brainerd location in Chattanooga, TN, at 7760 E Brainerd Rd. Reservations are handled online. The setup leans toward pet resort rather than a row of runs, with private suites, climate control, indoor play areas, and outdoor space.

What services are available

• Social boarding with group free play during the day
• Solo boarding with private yard time for dogs who do better on their own
• Doggy daycare in indoor and outdoor play areas
• Grooming, plus medication administration for pets that need it
• Webcam access for owners who want to look in during a stay

What sets it apart from a standard kennel

Dogs are booked into the format that fits them instead of one default. Social boarders join the group; solo boarders get yard time without a playgroup. Owners get progress report cards during the stay, so there is a record of how the days actually went, not just a pickup summary. The Ark also boards exotic pets, including birds, reptiles, rabbits, and pigs, and cat boarding is on the list as well.

Daycare is pitched around real play and socialization rather than simple supervision. The goal is a dog who comes home tired, not a dog who spent the day waiting in a crate.

Practical details

The East Brainerd location is open 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through Friday and 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Saturday. It is closed on Sunday. Nightly rates published on the kennel's site range from $45 to $66, depending on the animal and the style of stay. Proof of vaccination is required before a stay. Multi-pet and long-stay discounts are available, and the front desk can be reached at (423) 521-8888.