Wil-A-Lo Kennels

Wil-A-Lo Kennels is a veterinarian-owned kennel at 2801 Westover Blvd offering dog boarding and daycare in Des Moines, along with grooming and cat boarding. Overnight guests stay in one of three room styles: Suites, Runs, or Pop-ups. Staff can administer medications and feed a special diet, which helps when a dog needs more than food and a walk.

What a stay includes

Every room comes with a Kuranda bed and bedding provided. Add-on services fill out the day, from nature walks and play sessions to lunch treats and seasonal treats. There is outdoor space for walks, and the grooming side handles baths and nail trims.

• Overnight boarding for dogs and cats in Suites, Runs, or Pop-ups
• Private suites with Kuranda beds and bedding provided
• Doggy daycare with supervised play sessions
• Nature walks, lunch treats, and seasonal treats as add-ons
• Grooming, including baths and nail trims

What sets it apart

The owner is a veterinarian who works on site, so a dog on daily medication or a restricted diet is routine here rather than a problem. Proof of vaccination is required before any stay, which keeps shared runs and play groups safer. Owners can pick the room style that suits their dog.

Booking and hours

Bookings are made online through the kennel's website. Hours run 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to noon on Saturday, and 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Sunday. Questions can go to (515) 278-2336 or wilalokennels@gmail.com.