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Safe, supervised care for your pet while you're away - with plenty of attention, play, and comfort.

Boarding & Daycare: Safe, Comfortable Care When You’re Away

Whether you're traveling, working long hours, or just need a safe place for your pet to stay during the day, our boarding and daycare services offer peace of mind and loving supervision. Your pet will be treated like family in a clean, secure, and pet-friendly environment—so you can be worry-free while you're away.

What’s Included in Boarding?

Our veterinary-supervised boarding facility is designed to keep pets safe, healthy, and comfortable. We provide:

  • Individual, climate-controlled accommodations

  • Soft bedding and clean sleeping areas

  • Scheduled feedings and fresh water

  • Daily wellness checks by trained staff

  • Medication administration if needed

  • Optional medical oversight for pets with health needs

We welcome both dogs and cats, and we’ll tailor your pet’s stay based on their personality, activity level, and special needs.

What Is Pet Daycare?

Our daycare program gives pets structured playtime, social interaction, and mental stimulation while you're at work or away for the day. Benefits include:

  • Supervised group play or individual attention

  • Regular potty breaks and walks

  • Enrichment activities to reduce boredom

  • Safe, monitored play areas

Daycare is ideal for energetic pets, puppies in training, or pets who simply prefer not to be alone at home.

Why Choose Us?

Unlike traditional kennels, our facility is connected to a veterinary hospital, so you have the added reassurance of on-site medical care if your pet needs it. We pride ourselves on:

  • Clean, secure, and low-stress accommodations

  • Experienced staff trained in pet safety and behavior

  • Flexible options for short- or long-term stays

We’re also happy to accommodate special diets, mobility needs, or anxiety concerns—just let us know in advance.

What to Bring

When boarding or dropping off for daycare, we recommend bringing:

  • Your pet’s regular food (to avoid stomach upset)

  • Any medications or supplements

  • A favorite toy or small blanket (optional)

All pets must be current on vaccinations and parasite prevention. If your pet needs an update, we can take care of that before their stay.

Whether it’s for a few hours or several days, you can trust us to care for your pet like one of our own—with plenty of attention, comfort, and love.

🐾 Looking to keep your pet healthy and happy? Visit us—we’re here to support every step of the way.

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Frequently Asked Questions

There is no question too big or too small for our veterinary team.

Payment is due when services are rendered at All Creatures Pet Hospital. We accept all major credit cards and offer Care Credit for your convenience.

Heartworms have been diagnosed in all fifty states and are especially prevalent in warmer climates found in Alabama. Heartworms can be transmitted to dogs and cats by the bite of a mosquito infected with immature heartworms. If the dog or cat is not protected by a heartworm preventative, the worms can mature, eventually damage the heart and lungs, and cause death if left untreated. Please remember that heartworm preventatives are always less expensive and more effective than heartworm treatments. Dr. Ted Hankes attends conferences and lectures throughout the country to stay current and ensure that All Creatures Pet Hospital offers the safest and most effective products here at our pharmacy, including heartworm preventatives. Please call one of our caring veterinary team members at (205) 947-4083 and schedule a heartworm-preventative appointment for your companion.

Dr. Ted Hankes recommends spaying or neutering all pets not being used for breeding purposes. Sterilization not only prevents unwanted litters but can also prevent certain reproductive cancers later in their lives. Puppies and kittens can be spayed between four and six months of age. Our pets feel pain the same way people do, therefore, we administer pain medication to keep them comfortable during and after the procedure. Additionally, blood work is needed to help determine if your puppy or kitten is healthy enough for the procedure. Please call All Creatures Pet Hospital to schedule your furry friend for a spay or neuter as soon as they are old enough for the surgery.

Proper nutrition and portion control are as important for our pet companions as they are for us. Overweight pets face the same conditions as people, including arthritis, joint pain, diabetes, and heart disease, for example. Dr. Hankes can evaluate your pet to determine their individual nutritional needs, as well as the proper portions to maintain a healthy body weight. Affordable prescription diets are available at our hospital for your convenience. Schedule an appointment for your furry friend regardless of their life stage or current health condition.

Like people, pets need dental care for overall health. Without it, bacteria can cause tooth decay, gum damage, and may harm organs like the heart, liver, and kidneys. Dr. Hankes recommends dental care starting at age one to help prevent disease, improve health, and avoid costly future treatments. Contact our team at All Creatures Pet Hospital to schedule your pet's dental appointment.

In many species, one animal year equals about seven human years. A seven-year-old dog missing the vet for three years is like a 49-year-old person skipping the doctor for 21 years. At All Creatures Pet Hospital, we recommend yearly exams and blood work unless your pet is sick or has a special condition. Caring for your pet early can reduce future medications and may extend their life. Call us at (205) 947-4083 to schedule your pet's yearly visit.