Our dog, Buddy, is always so Happy to see his friends at Dogwoods. He gets so excited. He is always wagging his tail and smiling and has to say hello to everyone when we walk through the door. A true sign he loves everyone there and they love him.
Dogwoods Lodge was created with the belief that the dogs and people of Des Moines deserve better. We set out to create a place for owners to leave their dogs where they could feel confident that they would be well cared for. And, that’s just what we did!
Dropping your pup off to an unfamiliar and unseen environment give many people some apprehension. We take great pride in the safe, clean, and comfortable environment we have cultivated over the years. We welcome you and your pup to visit us in person for a tour!
Located at 2960 SE Grimes Blvd, Grimes, IA 50111
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Cleanliness. Our facility boasts a cleaning regimen that makes hospitals envious. Come sniff for yourself!
Security. You shouldn’t have to worry when leaving your loved one behind. Dogwoods Lodge is the Fort Knox of dog facilities and has taken precautions against your climbers, jumpers, diggers, and escape artists. We also have safety procedures and double-checks for everything we do here to ensure the wellbeing of our guests.
Customer Service. Whether canine or human, we will treat you like part of the family.
Convenience. Now your dog can be exercised, groomed, trained, and lodged all in one place. And, since Dogwoods is only 2 minutes off of I35/I80, it is a quick stop for busy travelers and commuters alike. We also feature after-hours drop-off and pick-up. How great is that?!
Fun. Yep! We said it. Fun. Whether your canine companion is here for the day, a week, or just a class, he is sure to enjoy himself at our first class facility.
Quality. Everything at Dogwoods Lodge is meticulously planned to deliver the highest quality experience for our guests and clients. This includes our top-notch employee training programs, academy-trained trainers and groomers, first-class facility, specialty programs, and more.
Need one more reason to choose us over the competition?…Experience. We have been perfecting our protocols, procedures, employee training, and services for over a decade. We have learned and grown from every experience we have had–which means a safer, more enjoyable stay for your loved one, and more piece of mind for you.
Our dog, Buddy, is always so Happy to see his friends at Dogwoods. He gets so excited. He is always wagging his tail and smiling and has to say hello to everyone when we walk through the door. A true sign he loves everyone there and they love him.