Welcome to Pet Ponderosa

Pet Ponderosa Resorts and Spas is the next generation in boarding facilities for your beloved pet. We have built a state-of-the-art indoor, temperature-controlled facility that provides a clean, comfortable and secure environment for your pet on five acres of land. At our "Dude Ranch for your Pet," your pet will not be bored or stressed while you are away, enjoying beautiful outside runs, exercise and play areas, a healthy diet, nature walks and pool play time. We also have cat condos for your feline friends with a great playroom for their enjoyment. Our highly trained staff will ensure your pet is cared for and treated with love and dignity. Don't just take our word for it, read what pet owners have to say about Pet Ponderosa.

Please contact us to arrange for a personal tour of our facility. In the meantime, take a virtual tour of the Ranch.

Be sure to check out our special monthly activities we offer for your pet.

What makes Pet Ponderosa the right choice for your pet's lodging needs?

  • Structured routine helps your pet adapt to new surroundings
  • Wide range of structured activities to keep your pet interested and happy
  • Personalized attention
  • Premium pet food
  • Kuranda beds at no additional cost
  • Military Rank Pricing
  • Sunday evening pick-up and drop-off
  • Indoor climate-controlled environment
  • Large outdoor and play areas
  • Life time member of PCSA (Pet Care Services Association)
  • Experienced PCSA certified staff
  • Recommended by area veterinarians along with utilization of a veterinarian advisory board
  • Background music 24 hours
  • Comfort Zone plug-ins and use of the Thunder Shirt to keep pets calm
  • Bath and grooming services available on departure
  • Pick-up and drop-off available to home, vet or airport

We offer a variety of services for your pet in addition to long or short term dog and cat boarding:
Doggy Day CareDog GroomingDog Obedience ClassesSpecial Events
Please visit our Services page for more information.

Visit our Boarding Reservation page to request reservations to board your pet with us.

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Pet Care Services Association Logo
Pet Ponderosa Resorts and Spas is a proud member of
the Pet Care Services Association.
Read our PCSA Pledge to you and your pet.

Pet Ponderosa is proud to offer high quality pet boarding services to Puyallup, Graham, Spanaway, Tacoma, Pierce County, Fort Lewis, McCord, Federal Way, Orting & Seattle.

The Pet Brigade is now open
A brand new pet boarding facility at Ft. Lewis from the folks at Pet Ponderosa.

Ponderosa News

Santa Photos
Check out the newly arrived photos showing Santa and Mrs. Claus with human and canine friends at Pet Ponderosa.

Pumpkin Cat

Pet Ponderosa would like to thank all our clients and friends who donated to the Lakewood Fallen Officers. We collected $495.31. Our goal was $500.00 Pet Ponderosa will match to the $500.00 mark and donate another $500.00 for a total donation of $1,000.00. Thanks again. Please always keep in your prayers our officers, firemen and those that make our nation a safe one.

Animal Massage
Annette Lokovsek , LMP, SAMP has joined us to provide animal massage . Annette is a licensed massage practitioner in small animals. She has been practicing massage for the past six years. Massage improves circulation, relaxes muscles, reduce anxiety and pain. Please call for more information and to arrange for an appointment.

Entertainment books are here for 2010. They are only $20.00 and all monies benefit Bellarmine Prep

PETS OF THE MONTH
Companions to customer Patti W.

Harlot & Cirrus

“Hi!!! We're Harlot and Cirrus and the people who take care of us are our favorite thing about going to the Pet Ponderosa. Cirrus also loves to make friends and play with the other dogs but Harlie has separation anxiety when our owner leaves her anywhere. Nancy and the Pet Ponderosa gang understand this and give her special care to help ease her anxiety. Our owner's favorite thing about the Pet Ponderosa is knowing we're getting the best care possible. We give the Pet Ponderosa two paws up!”