Pawliday Inn
When you leave town, the hardest part is often not the packing or the flight. It is wondering how your dog is doing tonight. Pawliday Inn offers dog boarding in Houston for exactly that worry: our building on Cedarhurst Dr in southwest Houston is staffed 24/7, and every overnight guest gets regular meals, scheduled potty breaks and time in the yard. This page walks through what a stay looks like, what to bring and how booking works.
What dog boarding in Houston looks like at Pawliday Inn
Every boarding guest gets the same core care, whether they stay one night or many:
- Staff on site 24/7. Someone is in the building around the clock, not just during business hours.
- Breakfast and dinner. Two meals a day, on a predictable schedule.
- Three scheduled potty breaks. These are separate from daycare, so your dog gets their own dedicated trips outside.
- Free yard play. Boarding guests get yard time included, so a stay is not just hours in a kennel.
Dogs do best when their days have a rhythm. Regular meals, regular trips outside and a chance to stretch their legs help most dogs settle in quickly, even on their first night away from home.
Kennel sizes
We have small, medium and large kennels, so your dog gets a space that fits them. If you are not sure which size your dog needs, ask when you book and we will help you choose.
Optional add-ons
If you want a little extra for your dog during their stay, you can add:
- Walks
- Basic baths, so they come home fresh
- Extra meals
Add-ons are optional. The core stay already covers meals, potty breaks and yard play.
Bring a little bit of home
We encourage you to bring your dog's own food, toys and blankets. Staying on their usual food helps avoid an upset stomach from a sudden diet change, and a blanket that smells like home is a real comfort in a new place. Our guide on what to pack for dog boarding has a full checklist, including what to write down for our staff.
Before your dog's first stay
Vaccinations and prevention
To keep every guest healthy, all dogs need current Rabies, DHPP and Bordetella vaccinations, plus regular flea, tick and intestinal parasite prevention. If you are unsure what those vaccines are or where to find the records, our article on the vaccines dogs need for boarding and daycare explains each one.
We may refuse service to pets that do not meet these requirements or that show signs of illness or a contagious condition. That rule protects your dog as much as anyone else's.
Tell us about your dog
Please let us know about any known behavior, such as aggression, fearfulness, resource guarding, separation anxiety, escape tendencies, or past bites or injuries. This is not about turning dogs away. It helps our team plan how to care for your dog safely and comfortably.
Booking, deposits and pick up
Booking is online, and a card on file is required. Boarding reservations take a deposit, with the balance due at pick up.
| Situation | What to know |
|---|---|
| Standard boarding | Cancel more than 48 hours ahead for a deposit refund |
| Holiday boarding | Seven-day cancellation window, with a deposit for the full stay |
| Weekend boarding | Two-night minimum |
| Late pick up | A fee applies after 6:30 p.m. |
Holidays fill up fast. If you are traveling for Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Year's, read our post on booking holiday dog boarding early before you lock in flights.
Prepaid night packages are available if you travel often. You can see current rates on our homepage, along with photos of the building and yards. Full details are on our policies page.
Drop off and pick up hours
Boarding is available seven days a week. Our front desk hours are:
- Monday to Friday: 7:00 am to 6:30 pm
- Saturday: 9:00 am to 4:30 pm
- Sunday: by appointment
If your flight lands on a Sunday or you need to drop off that day, call us at (346) 522 4472 to set up a time.
Finding us
Pawliday Inn is at 11206 Cedarhurst Dr, Houston, TX 77035, in southwest Houston near Westbury, Meyerland, Willow Meadows and Brays Oaks. Many guests come in from the South Loop (I-610), US-90A South Main, or along Fondren and Hillcroft. Look for the larger than life pup painted on the building. You cannot miss our mural.
Frequently asked questions
Is someone with the dogs overnight?
Yes. Pawliday Inn is staffed 24/7, so there is always someone in the building with the boarding guests, including overnight.
Do boarding dogs get to go outside and play?
Yes. Every overnight guest gets three scheduled potty breaks a day, separate from daycare, and free yard play is included with boarding.
Can I bring my dog's food?
Please do. We encourage owners to bring their dog's own food, as well as toys and blankets. Familiar food and familiar smells help most dogs settle in.
Do you board cats or other pets?
No. Pawliday Inn is for dogs only. We offer dog boarding, daycare and grooming.