Home-Based Dog & Puppy Boarding!
If you need to go out of town for a few days, why not let me give your dog tender loving care while you are away?
Two separate yards keep dogs well exercised and house-trained. Dog are let out to potty 6+ times a day, often additional trips outdoors including during the night if needed!
Dogs that are social with other dogs get to play with their doggy buddies!
I highly recommend Sunpaws for boarding and training. I totally trust Frances and her son, Tyler, to care for our dachshund, Hokie. In fact, I would change my travel plans, and have done so, to make sure Hokie only stays at Sunpaws. Hokie loves to go to Camp and adores Frances and Tyler. My husband and I travel frequently, so Sunpaws has become Hokie’s second home.
Recently Hokie had a back problem and I was completely comfortable leaving her with Frances. Frances accommodated her restrictions and made sure she took her prescriptions. I can tell that Frances and Tyler genuinely love the dogs and take wonderful care of the “fur babies” in their care. The kennels and play yards are spotless and provide a large space to romp and play. I definitely give Sunpaws a 5 star rating and would add more stars, if possible. Thanks, Frances and Tyler, for taking such awesome care of my pup! Nancy, Mike & Hokie
 dog yard top |
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 Oso in the waterbucket! |
 SMILE! |
 Large, strong and handsome |
 Bubbles |
 Rolling in the grass feels so good, |
 No bridge too far! |
 Captain and flowers |
 On the playground gear |
 Running full tilt! |
 Twinkle and Brody |
 pick-up time for a camper |
 in the digging pit |
Requirements for Boarding
A pre-boarding meet & greet visit by dogs over the age of 6 months is required before dropping your pet off for boarding. This is to ensure that your furry friend is familiar and comfortable in my home, as well as your peace of mind so that you know that your dog will be content.
Age-appropriate vaccinations done by a veterinary clinic required.
Pick up and drop off times by appointment only!
What's Included
No Extra Charges for:
Feeding specialized diets
giving medications
letting dog out in the middle of the night to potty
extended weekend drop off/pick up times
numerous daily off-leash romps in two yards
manners (wait before meals, not jumping up, etc.)
nap times with cookies
play time with other dogs if appropriate
one-on-one time
and more!
Taking bookings for
2025, 2026 now!
 churro sniff |
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 BC |
 dog yard |
 tunnel twinkle |
 twinkle tesla |
 twinkle frisbee pool |
 Wubba |
 titan |
 living room |
 popcorn |
 Tyler and friend |
 prati |
 bruce |
 wubba #2 |
 bb |
 quinn |
 run |
 everyone is asleep |
 popcorn |
 maisy |
 churro |
 Jersey |
 ball |
 birthday dinner! |
 Tuck |
 twinkle and tesla |
 yeti & evita |
 bruce |
 chloe majestic! |
 Vulcan and Yeti |
 playing in the sand pit |
 Hand-feeding - no extra charge! |
 Find the dog! Winston |
 play with toy |
 Good dogs have privileges! |
 Wiley snoozing |
 At Camp Dobe - cute! |
 Winston, mobile's cutest boston. |
 RIP new frisbee |
 Dobergirls approved cookies |
"We love Camp Dobe [sunpaws]. Hershey went to obedience school with Frances 10 years ago so boarding with Frances is like a great summer camp for your children.
They are well cared for and loved; good behavior is rewarded and they come home tired from group play so you all can rest together.
Thanks for taking such good care of Hershey."
Donna
Hershey, boarder since October 2006 (now at the Rainbow Bridge)
“Really a wonderful atmosphere and personal care for my Katie when I had to travel several weekends ago. Frances worked with Katie, letting her socialize with other dogs.
I will always leave Katie at P's & Q's [sunpaws] if I travel again. Very reasonable rates!!”
Lloyd
Katie, boarder since November 2013
 Bitsi viewing her domain |
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 Smile! |
 sofa lounging allowed |
 Twinkle and Brody |
 4th July for everyone! |
 The game is on! |
 Kiwi left, Twinkle right |
 Pittie on point |
 BBear love |
 Office supervision |
 Jesse swimming |
Take a bow! |
 Maggie and Twinkle |
 Play! |
Rates 2024
$35.00 first dog per calendar day.
$35.00 second dog per calendar day.
$30.00 each additional dog per calendar day.
NO "Seasonal Surcharge"
NO "additional medication administered" fees
NO "special needs" up-charges!
Rates beginning 1st January 2025
$40.00 first dog per calendar day.
$35.00 second dog per calendar day.
$30.00 each additional dog per calendar day.
Late drop off and early pickup fee $25.00*
*If schedule allows 5-6pm, 7-8am
NO "Seasonal Surcharge"
NO "additional medication administered" fees
NO "special needs" up-charges!
"Might even be better than home! Frances is amazing and treats my two dogs like family! She understands them well!
I am so glad we found Sunpaws and Frances because it certainly makes leaving our children/dogs a lot easier! Plus she gives us picture and text updates while we are away!"
Joanne
Cookie and Millie, boarders since March 2015
"Literally, the only place I will board my dogs with no worries."
Jessica Hudson, ACDBC
Owner, Trainer at Mobile Dog Training
It truly breaks my heart to move away from you. You have been a second mother to Hokie, and a dear friend all these years. I can’t fathom traveling without delivering Hokie to Sun Paws. I will simply have to bring her to Mobile for any trip that is longer than a weekend.
Thank you so much, again, for all of your kindness and TLC to Hokie, Mike and me. I better wind up this email, or I will be shedding tears. Nancy, Mike & Hokie