Wagging Lounge Dog Resort

Wagging Lounge Dog Resort handles dog boarding and daycare in Columbia, MD, from a custom-built 7,200 square foot facility on Snowden River Parkway. Dogs come for a single day of play or stay overnight in private suites. Grooming and shuttle pickup round out the services.

Services and amenities

• Overnight boarding, including Luxury Villas
• Daycare with indoor play space and climate control
• A 1,200 square foot outdoor play area with artificial grass
• Full-service bath and spa, plus self-service wash tubs with drying equipment included
• Pickup and drop-off shuttle service

What makes it different

The building was designed for dogs from the ground up rather than converted from another use. It runs an advanced air purification and ventilation system, which matters in any room where a lot of dogs share air. Outside, the play area has playground and agility equipment, kiddie pools, sprinklers, and foam parties depending on the day. The resort holds OPCLC Certification from the Outstanding Pet Care Learning Center. Credentials on file also include a CATCH Canine Trainers Academy certified dog trainer, Pro Dog Trainers Core Skill: Canine Training & Behavior, and Pet Health Academy First Aid & CPR.

Practical details

Rates published by the resort run $30 to $40 per day. Reservations are made online. The facility is open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Saturday, and 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Sunday, so Sunday pickups need planning around a narrow window. The address is 9315 Snowden River Parkway, Suite M, Columbia, MD 21046, and the phone number is +1 (443) 546-3391. Owners who want to see the space before booking can reach the resort by phone or through its website at wagginglounge.com.