Private pet homestay · Minneapolis 55408

Pet boarding in Minneapolis, steps from Lake of the Isles.

A true home away from home. Your pet doesn’t stay in a kennel. They become part of our family while you’re away — sleeping, relaxing, playing, and enjoying normal home life.

Boarding whenever you need. Drop-in visits available for Uptown, Kenwood, Lowry Hill, East Isles and the Chain of Lakes.

  • No cages
  • No kennels
  • A loving home
  • Personal care
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Where we are

Near Lake of the Isles, Minneapolis 55408.

Pet boarding near the Midtown Greenway, a few blocks from the lake. Easy to reach from the city, the suburbs and the airport.

12 minto Downtown, Edina and St. Louis Park
18 minto MSP Airport — about 10 miles to Terminal 1 via I-35W or the Crosstown
10–15 minto St. Louis Park, Golden Valley and Edina via Hwy 100 and the Crosstown

Walking distance

Our neighbors — drop-in visits on foot

  • East Isles
  • Lowry Hill East (the Wedge)
  • CARAG
  • ECCO
  • Kenwood
  • Cedar-Isles-Dean
  • Whittier
  • Loring Park

A short drive

A few minutes away in the city

  • Linden Hills
  • Fulton
  • Bryn Mawr
  • Downtown
  • North Loop
  • Stevens Square

Suburbs on our doorstep

10–15 minutes via Hwy 100 and the Crosstown

  • St. Louis Park
  • Golden Valley
  • Edina

Landmarks to help you find us

  • Hennepin & Lake
  • Midtown Greenway
  • The Walker
  • Bde Maka Ska
  • Cedar Lake
  • Kenilworth Trail

Parking

Free street parking right out front. No permit needed.

Pickup & drop-off

Can’t bring your pet over? We can pick up and drop off for an extra fee — just ask when you book.

Why a home, not a kennel

The same care you’d give them.

We host only a few pets at a time, so every one gets real attention, a real routine, and a real bed.

Typical kennelAt our homestay
Where they sleepA run or crate, often next to barking dogsOn their own bed in our home — sofa cuddles welcome
CompanyStaff on shifts, many animals per personThe same family, all day, every day
Daily routineSet kennel schedule for everyoneYour pet’s own feeding, walk and bedtime routine
UpdatesCall and askPhotos and a short note every day
StressNoise, strangers, unfamiliar smellsQuiet home life, calm and familiar
A day with us

Normal family life. That’s the point.

Every pet gets their own routine from home. Here’s what a typical day looks like.

  1. Morning walk

    A slow sniff around the neighborhood before breakfast.

  2. Breakfast

    Their own food, their usual amount, any medicine given.

  3. Play time

    Toys, fetch, and lazy sunbathing.

  4. Nap & your update

    A quiet afternoon, and photos sent to you.

  5. Evening walk & dinner

    A longer walk, then dinner with the family around.

  6. Sofa, then bed

    Movie night on the sofa, then sleep indoors with us.

How booking works

Five simple steps.

  1. Send a request

    Tell us your dates and about your pet using our request form.

  2. Free meet & greet

    Visit our home with your pet so everyone can say hello.

  3. Drop off

    Bring their food, bed and a favorite toy. We’ll go over their routine.

  4. Daily updates

    You get photos and a note every day while you’re away.

  5. Pick up

    Collect a happy, relaxed pet — and hear all about their stay.

Prices

Clear prices, everything included.

Walks, play, cuddles, medicine and daily photo updates are always included.

Cats & small pets

$35

per night

  • Loving family
  • Their own litter box from home, kept clean daily
  • Feeding to your routine
  • Daily photo update

Day stay

$30

per day, 8am – 6pm

  • Great for a first visit
  • Walk, play and lunch
  • Photo update

Drop-in visits

$35

per visit, in your home

  • Uptown, Kenwood, Lowry Hill, East Isles and the Chain of Lakes

Second pet from the same family: 25% off. Pickup and drop-off available for an extra fee. Holiday dates (Christmas, New Year) book up early.

Before you arrive

What to bring.

Packing list

  • Their usual food (enough for the whole stay)
  • Bed or blanket that smells like home
  • A favorite toy
  • Their own litter box (for cats)
  • Leash, collar and ID tag
  • Any medicine, with written instructions
  • Vaccination record
  • Your vet’s name and phone number
Questions

Good to know.

Where do I park?

Free street parking right out front. No permit needed.

Can you pick up and drop off my pet?

Yes, for an extra fee. Let us know in your request and we’ll confirm the price for your address.

How many pets do you look after at once?

Only a few, so each pet gets proper attention. We never overbook, which is why dates can fill up quickly.

Does my pet need to be vaccinated?

Yes. Dogs and cats need up-to-date core vaccines. Please bring the record to the meet & greet.

Can you give medicine?

Yes — tablets, drops and most routine medicine. Write down the dose and times and we’ll follow them exactly.

Going away soon?

Send your dates and we’ll reply within 24 hours to confirm availability and set up a free meet & greet.

Request a stay →