Boarding, Grooming, Training
As a courtesy to others, we reserve the right to reschedule your appointment if you are 15 minutes late.
Are you planning a vacation? Need to go out of town on business? Are you concerned that you won’t be able to find someone trustworthy to care for your pet while you’re away? If you need to travel and can’t take your pet along, why not plan to have your best friend stay with us? Traveling can cause enough stress and anxiety – you don’t want to worry about whether your pet is being well cared for. We offer a convenient solution by providing boarding in our safe, clean, and comfortable environment.
Our professional and friendly staff takes great care of our pet guests. We understand that each pet is unique, and we will make every effort to ensure that your pet is safe, happy, and healthy during his or her stay with us. We’ll treat your pet with compassion and care, and we’ll provide individualized tender loving care until you return!
Canine boarding requirements:
Rabies vaccination (1 year or 3 year)
DA2PP, DA2PPL, DHPP, DHLPP vaccination (1 year or 3 year)
Bordetella vaccination
Fecal examination
Feline boarding requirements:
Rabies vaccination (1 year or 3 year)
FVRCP vaccination (1 year or 3 year)
Fecal examination
First Time Boarding Guests: before making a reservation, we require scheduling a Dayboard with a free compatibility evaluation to allow us to get to know you and your pet better. Updated vaccine records are required two weeks prior to reservation check-in.
Please schedule your pick-up and drop-off times accordingly. A convenience fee may be charged for missed and/or unscheduled drop off or pick-up times.
IMPORTANT: These requirements need to be up to date PRIOR to checking in for boarding. Please bring all relevant documentation with you if your pets are not patients at our clinic, or email them to rpcbgt@gmail.com..
We take all dogs outside on this time schedule daily:
7:00 am 9:00 am 11:00 am
1:00 pm 3:00 pm 6:00 pm
The following will be NEW BUSINESS HOURS, meaning that during these times, the door will be open, and the phone will be answered. They will be organized into Drop Off and Pick Up time periods. All messages left in between Business Hours will certainly be returned!
Drop Offs and Pick Ups must be by APPOINTMENT ONLY
Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 11:00 am and 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am – 10:00 am up to 3 scheduled family drop offs/pick-ups only with $15 convenience fee
Sunday 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm up to 3 scheduled family pick-ups only with $15 convenience fee
Scheduling your check in and check out times really helps our team be the most prepared for our furry guests, so please be mindful of your appointments. If special arrangements need to be made outside of Business Hours, there will be an additional $25 fee. If scheduled check in or check out times are missed, there will be an additional half day boarding fee.
If your pet has never boarded with us before, we require a day board evaluation.
Before making a reservation, we require scheduling a day board with a free compatibility evaluation which allows us to get to know our possible future guest. We look to see how they get along with staff, how they settle in, and if they become nervous, stressed, or anxious. We strive to be the right fit for our guests!
We require updated vaccine records sent in two weeks prior to reservation check in.
Complementary Baths will be given to guests with stays of 5 nights or longer. This bath includes a brush out, ear cleaning, and spritz of cologne. A nail trim can be included for an additional $15.
Doggy Daycare with Friends – Tuesdays & Thursdays
We’re excited to continue offering doggy daycare with friends every Tuesday and Thursday!
Daycare provides your dog with safe socialization, mental stimulation, and physical exercise — all essential for a happy, well-balanced pup. Regular playtime helps reduce anxiety, prevent boredom-related behaviors, and improve overall confidence and manners. Plus, your dog gets to spend the day having fun with familiar friends in a structured, supervised environment.
Fur-real Extra Amenities
The Over Retriever
Enriching turn-down service with bedtime snack per day $2
Up to 20 extra minutes of puzzles and enrichment games per day $4
Up to 30 extra minutes of interactive exercise and playtime per day $6
All-inclusive $10
The Lazy Bones
Soothing turn-down service with bedtime snack per day $2
Up to 20 extra minutes of quiet story time per day $4
Up to 30 extra minutes of relaxing cuddles and napping per day $6
All-inclusive $10
Special Care Boarding additional $6/day
This includes giving in-house supplements such as Composure Pro, Calming Care, and Fortiflora.
Collar and Leash Cleaning based on size
Collars $5-10 $3 any size with basic grooming purchases
Leashes $7-10 $5 any size with basic grooming purchases
Harnesses $8-13 $6 any size with basic grooming purchases
Extra Housekeeping
If our guest is extra messy, a Full Bath fee appropriate to breed will be applied.
Entree
We highly recommend bringing your food from home to prevent stomach upset from diet change. We have a high quality Purina diet on hand if needed, however, for an additional $2 each day of the guest’s stay.
New Packages!
Boarding with a Grooming Spa $10 off
Includes Pedi (nail trim), ear cleaning, bath, and perfume. Anal gland expression may be included for an additional $19. Price subject to change for long hair breeds but would not be full price to still get a discount.
Boarding with Training
These packages include basic behavior modification and good manners training.
Basic Boarding Rate + $10 per session, up to 4 sessions daily for 15-20 minute durations
Grooming
By Appointment Only
Monday – Thursday
Services for small to giant Breeds
Bath Only
Feet, Face, Fanny
Full Groom
Shed-Less
Add on Services
Nail Trim
Nail Dremel
Anal Glands
Extra Scissor or Brush Out Time
Medicated Shampoo
Capstar
Day board
Grooming Behavior Modification
This service involves working with the groomer and trainers to improve the grooming experience for both the pet and owner!
Basic Full Bath (Monday – Friday)
Includes shampoo, rinse, towel dry, brush out, ear cleaning, nail trim, and spritz of cologne
Anal glands are an additional $19 fee
Prices vary due to size, breed, and hair length. Please call so we can give you the right quote!
Training
By Appointment Only
Day Board Evaluations
Scheduled Tuesday – Thursday
$16 fee includes free evaluation
Day Trainings are scheduled on Wednesdays
Evening Training Tuesdays or Wednesdays
4:30-5:30 pm or 6:00-7:00 pm
Private Training can be requested by appointment only
Six Week Classes
Meets once weekly
S.T.A.R. Puppy Class
Basic Obedience
Confidence
AKC Good Canine Citizenship/Therapy Work
Tricks
Extra Services Include:
Pet Selection Counseling
Pre-Veterinary Visits
Victory Visits
Potty Training
Crate Training
CLINIC ADDRESS
1370 St. Gaspar Drive North
Rensselaer, IN 47978
Click here for directions.
BOARDING ADDRESS
HOURS
Clinic Hours
Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thu: 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
Sat, Sun: Closed
Boarding Hours
Drop Offs and Pick Ups must be by APPOINTMENT ONLY
DROP OFF TIMES (Check In)
Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 11:00 am and 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am – 10:00 am
PICK UP TIMES (Check Out)
Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 11:00 am and 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am – 10:00 am
***NEW*** Sunday 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm up to 3 scheduled family pick ups only
CONTACT
P: 219-866-4671
F: 219-866-4630
E: rpcvet@RensselaerPetCare.com
Have a question?
Use the form below to send us a message! A member of our team will get back to you as quickly as possible. If you need immediate assistance, please give us a call at 219-866-4671.
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