We have cared for energetic Labs while their owners attended away football games, boarded anxious rescue dogs for graduate students defending dissertations, and provided daily daycare for faculty dogs who get lonely during long office hours. Located just a short drive from campus, we're here when Auburn families need us. Call (334) 734-2650 for boarding near campus.
Boarding Dogs for Auburn University Families
We have boarded dogs for dozens of Auburn families over the years. We handled care for a professor's two Golden Retrievers during a research trip to Europe—three weeks of daily play sessions and medication for the older dog's arthritis. We provided last-minute boarding for a graduate student whose defense got moved up unexpectedly. Last fall, we cared for an engineering student's Shepherd mix every home game weekend because the noise and crowds stressed the dog out too much.
Whether you're faculty traveling for conferences, a student heading home for break, or staff dealing with family emergencies, we've handled it before.
Why Auburn University Pet Owners Choose Us
Close to Campus, Easy to Reach
We're located at 633 Chadwick Lane, just off South College Street—about a 10-minute drive from most campus locations. You can drop off your dog on your way to work and pick them up after your last class or meeting. We're open Monday through Friday 7am to 6pm, Saturdays 7am to noon, and we offer Sunday pickups from 8-8:30am and 4-5pm.
One of our regular clients, a biology professor, drops off her Australian Shepherd every Tuesday and Thursday before her 8am lecture. She picks him up on her way home and says he's always worn out and happy.
Game Day Weekend Specialists
Auburn football weekends are some of our busiest times. We've cared for dogs while their owners hosted tailgates at their homes, attended away games, or just needed their pup somewhere calm while campus went crazy. We recommend booking game weekends early—those dates fill up fast, especially for big rivalry games.
Last season, we boarded a family's two Labs for every single home game. The owners loved that they could focus on their guests without worrying about their dogs getting overwhelmed by the noise and crowds.
Perfect for Students Living Off-Campus
Many Auburn students living in apartments or rental homes near campus use us regularly. We've provided daycare for dogs whose owners have full class schedules. We've handled boarding when students travel home for holidays or spring break. We understand student budgets, which is why we keep our rates affordable—$26 per night for boarding, $15 per day for daycare—without cutting corners on care.
One student brings her Beagle mix to us three days a week for daycare while she's on campus all day. She says he comes home tired and happy, and she doesn't come home to chewed furniture anymore.
Real Situations We've Handled
Graduate Student Emergency
A PhD student called us the day before her dissertation defense. Her original pet sitter had canceled last minute, and she was panicking. We made room for her anxious rescue dog, gave him one-on-one attention since he didn't do well with other dogs, and sent her updates throughout the day so she could focus on her defense.
Faculty Research Travel
An Auburn professor needed care for her senior Lab while she attended a two-week conference overseas. The dog required medication twice daily and struggled with stairs. We administered his meds on schedule, gave him ground-level access to outdoor areas, and sent photo updates every other day.
Football Weekend Chaos
A family living near campus couldn't handle their energetic Aussie mix during Iron Bowl weekend with out-of-town guests staying at their house. We boarded the dog from Friday through Sunday, and he spent his days playing in our large fenced yard instead of being stressed by crowds and noise.
Student Going Home
A junior needed boarding every Thanksgiving and Christmas break. Her Terrier mix comes to us twice a year now, and she doesn't stress about finding last-minute care anymore. She books her dates as soon as she knows her flight schedule.
Our Services for Auburn Dogs
Dog Boarding
Your dog stays in a spacious, climate-controlled kennel with comfortable bedding. Dogs have access to our large outdoor play areas throughout the day. We supervise play sessions, handle medications if needed ($1 per dose), and make sure every dog gets individual attention.
Boarding rates: $26 per night. Additional dogs from the same family sharing the same kennel are $15 per night. Maximum three dogs per kennel.
Dog Daycare
Drop off your dog at 7am and pick them up by 6pm. Dogs spend the day playing with supervised groups, getting exercise, and socializing. Perfect for busy Auburn professionals, faculty with long office days, or students with full class schedules.
Daycare rates: $15 per day.
Flexible Scheduling
We're open Monday through Friday 7am-6pm, Saturdays 7am-12pm, and we offer Sunday pickups from 8-8:30am and 4-5pm. Our hours work around campus schedules, work shifts, and travel plans.
What Makes Our Facility Stand Out
Our facility is climate-controlled year-round—your dog stays comfortable whether it's a hot August day or a cold January night. We have large, fenced outdoor play areas where dogs can run and burn energy. Our kennels are spacious with room for dogs to stretch out and relax. We keep everything clean, and we play calming music throughout the building to keep dogs relaxed.
We're located directly across from Kiesel Park, Auburn's largest city park. If you want to take your dog for a quick walk before heading home, you've got a beautiful spot right across the street.
Our groomers, Miss Donna and Miss Patty, have years of experience and genuinely love what they do. Our entire staff treats every dog like family.
How to Get Here from Auburn University
Driving Directions from Auburn University Campus:
- Start at Haley Center (main campus).
- Head south on South College Street (US-29 S/US-147 S).
- Continue on South College Street for approximately 2 miles.
- Turn right onto Chadwick Lane.
- Kiesel Bark Pet Resort will be on your right at 633 Chadwick Lane, Auburn, AL 36832.
Estimated Drive Time: About 8-10 minutes from central campus.
We're directly across the street from Kiesel Park—if you see the park, you're in the right place.
Ready to Book Your Dog's Stay?
Whether you're traveling for work, heading to an away game, or just need reliable daycare while you're on campus all day, we're here to help. Give us a call or book online today.
Phone: (334) 734-2650
Address: 633 Chadwick Lane, Auburn, AL 36832
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