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Coco loves it here
Heading out of town and need a safe place for your pet? Our boarding Services give every pet a real chance to relax and thrive.

Summer travel season in DeSoto gets busy fast, especially between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Families head out for vacation and need somewhere safe to leave their dog or cat. Holiday travel from Thanksgiving through New Year's brings another rush. We see owners come to us after being turned away elsewhere. Maybe their pet isn't spayed or neutered yet. Or their pet has a medical condition that needs daily attention. We don't turn pets away for those reasons. Our staff handles medication schedules, special diets, and even reactive dogs depending on the situation. Good boarding care means more than a cage and food. It means real supervision and routine. It's similar to what you'd expect from quality pet sitting services [1]. We keep dogs on a walking schedule. They get up to four walks a day. Your pet never just sits around waiting for you.
We board pets that haven't been spayed or neutered. Many facilities say no, but we don't.
Our staff manages medication schedules and specific diets for pets with health conditions.
Depending on the situation, we work with reactive dogs that need extra patience and care.
Older pets get a quieter pace and extra attention made just for their comfort level.
Heading out of town for summer or the holidays? We cover short and long stays.
We board multiple pets from the same home together so they stay comfortable near each other.
Leaving your pet behind is hard. Waiting around with a pet that has special needs and no one willing to help is harder. We built our Services around giving every pet a real chance. Even pets turned away elsewhere do well with us. This happens while you're gone.
Summer and holiday dates fill up fast at Willow Run Pet Resort. Call now to lock in boarding for your pet before the calendar gets tight.
We keep the process simple so you can drop off your pet with confidence.
You call us and tell us about your pet, including any medical needs or behavior concerns. We talk through what to expect and answer your questions.
You bring your pet in with food, medication, and any comfort items. Our staff gets your pet settled into a quiet, safe space.
Your pet gets walks, meals, and medication on schedule every day. We're here if you want to check in before pick up.
Boarding cost depends on a few things. Your pet's size matters. The length of stay matters. Any special care needed, like medication or a medical diet, matters too. DeSoto summers push cooling costs higher, and we keep our indoor spaces comfortable year round, which factors into pricing too. We give you an upfront quote before you book so there are no surprises. Pets needing extra attention may cost more. Reactive dogs need more staff time. Senior pets need more staff time too.
Coco loves it here
I had a great experience at Willow Run Pet Resort. My dog was well taken care of during boarding and the staff is great. The groomer did a really good job with grooming service. I’ll definitely be back.
The owners is amazing to work with and do business
★★★★★ Couldn't ask for better care!
We boarded Huey our frenchie, at Willow Run Pet Resort while we were traveling, and the whole experience was wonderful from start to finish. The staff were warm and welcoming at drop-off, took time to go over his routine, feeding, and any specifics, and made us feel completely at ease leaving him.
He came home happy, relaxed, and clearly well cared for. You can tell the team genuinely loves animals. The facility was clean, and he got plenty of playtime and attention.
Pick-up was smooth, and we're already planning to book again for our next trip. If you're in the DeSoto/DFW area and want peace of mind while you're away, Willow Run is the place. Thank you to the whole team!
Great communication, Loui (Frenchie)got better 🫶🏽
Friendly team.
Keeps all kinds of pets. Staff was very reassuring.
Friendly and polite chief loved it
Loooove this place! They’re so friendly and super helpful! Meron is the best !
Here are answers to the questions DeSoto pet owners ask us most.
Most stays run between $30 and $75 per night depending on size and care needs. Pets needing medication or a special diet may cost a little more. We give you an exact quote before you book, so you know the cost upfront.
We offer both short stays and long term boarding. Some owners book us for a weekend trip, others for a month long vacation. Just let us know your dates when you call.
Boarding gives your pet constant supervision, which matters for pets with medical needs or anxiety. A sitter visits once or twice a day, but we're here the whole time. For pets needing medication or close monitoring, boarding is usually the safer choice.
Yes, that's actually a big part of what we do. We board un-altered pets, pets with medical needs, and depending on the situation, reactive dogs. We believe every pet deserves a real chance to succeed.
Summer and the Thanksgiving through New Year's stretch fill up fast in DeSoto. We recommend calling a few weeks ahead for peak season. Slower months like January and September usually have more open spots.
Watch for changes in appetite, excessive pacing, or unusual quietness when you pick your pet up. Our staff watches for these signs daily and adjusts care as needed. We'll tell you if we notice anything off.
Yes, dogs get walked up to four times a day while boarding with us. This keeps them active and gives them a break from indoor spaces. It also helps dogs settle into a routine while you're away.