Boarding, Grooming, Training

As a courtesy to others, we reserve the right to reschedule your appointment if you are 15 minutes late. 

APPOINTMENT

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.
Daily pick-up times: 8:00-11:00 am
Daily drop-off times: 2:30-4:30 pm

Please schedule your pick-up and drop-off times accordingly. A convenience fee may be charged for missed and/or unscheduled 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 rpcvet@rensselaerpetcare.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

DROP OFF TIMES (Check In)

Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 11:00 am and 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am – 11:00 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 – 11:00 am

***NEW*** Sunday 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm up to 3 scheduled family pick ups only

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.

Fur-real Extra Amenities

$3 Level

Puzzles

Enrichment toys and games

Extra play time outside or indoor play areas pending weather

$5 Level: Holiday Specials

Exclusive Dinner Snack
Yummy treats
Prizes

Applies to the following holidays:
New Year
Labor Day
Christmas
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Thanksgiving
Halloween
Valentine’s Day
Easter

$15 Level

Bedtime Stories
Recliner time with cuddles
Turn down service with special snack
Activities last approximately 30 minutes

Special Care Boarding additional $6/day
This includes giving in-house supplements such as Composure Pro, Calming Care, and Fortiflora.

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 at 1/2 Price
Includes Pedi (nail trim), ear cleaning, and bath. Anal gland expression may be included for an additional $18. 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 $18 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
$15 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

We welcome your questions about our boarding facilities and policies and are eager to discuss how we can make your pet’s stay as happy as possible while alleviating any stress you may be feeling about leaving your pet while you travel. Let us answer all your questions and put your concerns to rest! Call today to learn about our accommodations and boarding policies, or to schedule your pet’s stay.
Family-friendly pet care in the heart of your community.

CLINIC ADDRESS

1370 St. Gaspar Drive North
Rensselaer, IN 47978
Click here for directions.

BOARDING ADDRESS

1103 N Cullen St.
Rensselaer, IN 47978
Click here for directions.

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 – 11:00 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 – 11:00 am

***NEW*** Sunday 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm up to 3 scheduled family pick ups only

CONTACT

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.

After-Hours Emergency Care

Calumet Emergency Vet Clinic

(219) 865-0970
2427 Ridge Rd.
Highland, IN 46375
calumetemergencyvetclinic.com

Purdue Emergency Service

(765) 494-1107
625 Harrison Street
West Lafayette, IN 47907
vet.purdue.edu

North Central Veterinarian Emergency Center

(219) 785-7300
1645 U.S. 421
Westville, IN 46391
ncvec.com

Hobart Animal Clinic

(219) 942-4442
2650 East State Road 130
Hobart, Indiana 46342
hobartanimalclinic.org

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As a courtesy to others, we reserve the right to reschedule your appointment if you are 15 minutes late.