Daily outdoor timeBoarding guests get four scheduled outdoor visits each day.
Dog boarding in Cookeville, TN.
Overnight boarding with private, spacious quarters, a securely fenced yard, indoor play space, and four outdoor visits a day.
Boarding-first service
A comfortable place for dogs to stay.
Southern Paws Spa provides dog boarding in Cookeville for vacations, weekends, holidays, and other travel. Each guest receives attention, a familiar routine, outdoor time, and a local team nearby.
- Overnight dog boarding
- Private, spacious quarters
- Four outdoor visits a day
- Securely fenced yard
- Indoor play area
- Facility beside the family home
- Personal attention based on each dog’s routine
- Boarding can fill quickly around holidays and summer
Holiday & summer boarding
Boarding can fill quickly during busy seasons.
Holidays and summer travel can fill boarding spots faster, so calling ahead is the best way to check availability.
Check Boarding AvailabilityAdd grooming
Ask about grooming during a stay.
When scheduling allows, grooming can be paired with a boarding stay so your dog can go home clean and fresh.
Call to AskPlan your dog’s stay
What to ask about before boarding.
Call before your trip to confirm availability, drop-off and pickup times, vaccination requirements, feeding instructions, medication needs, and what your dog should bring.
Serving local families
Convenient Cookeville dog boarding.
Southern Paws Spa is located at 1988 Browns Mill Road in Cookeville and welcomes dog owners from Cookeville and surrounding Putnam County communities.
Inside a boarding stay
See where dogs play, rest, and settle in.
Real photos from Southern Paws Spa’s boarding spaces, outdoor areas, and daily care routine.
Covered outdoor spaceA shaded area for fresh air and comfortable outdoor breaks.
Private resting spaceA comfortable place to settle down between meals and outside time.
Comforts from homeA familiar blanket can help a dog feel more at ease during their stay.
Time to move and exploreFresh air, bathroom breaks, and room to stretch throughout the day.
Boarding rates by sizeSmall dogs are $24/night, medium dogs are $26/night, and large dogs are $28/night, plus $2/day on major holidays.
Boarding FAQs
Everything to know before your dog’s stay.
Vaccines, rates, packing, drop-off times, outdoor schedules, and overnight monitoring.
What vaccines are required for boarding?
Dogs must be current on Rabies, Bordetella (kennel cough), and Distemper/Parvovirus (DHPP or DAPP). Proof of vaccination is required at check-in.
Will my dog socialize with other dogs during boarding?
Large dogs receive individual, one-on-one attention and are not placed in group play. Small dogs may join supervised group socialization after passing a temperament evaluation, for an additional $15 per day.
Is there overnight staff on site?
Staff do not stay inside the facility overnight. The property is monitored 24/7 by a security camera system, and the owner lives directly behind the facility.
What are your boarding rates?
Boarding is $24 per night for small dogs (0–39 lbs), $26 per night for medium dogs (40–74 lbs), and $28 per night for large dogs (75+ lbs). A $2 per day surcharge applies during major holidays.
What should I bring for my dog’s boarding stay?
Bring your dog’s regular food, pre-portioned into meals or in a container with their usual scoop, plus favorite toys and treats. Please do not bring rawhides. Bedding is optional, and bowls are provided.
What are your drop-off and pick-up hours?
Monday through Friday, drop-off and pick-up are from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Saturday is by appointment only at 11:00 AM or 4:00 PM sharp, and Sunday is at 4:00 PM sharp. There is no pick-up or drop-off on major holidays.
How often do the dogs go outside?
Every boarding guest goes outside four times each day at approximately 6:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 4:00 PM, and 8:00 PM.
Boarding reviews
Peace of mind while you are away.
★★★★★
“I’ve been taking my fur babies there for nine years and can’t imagine anyone else caring for them. The first time I boarded them, Cynthia sent pictures every day so I knew they were doing well. It is such a good feeling to go out of town and not worry about your fur babies.”
Sue DurranceBoarding peace of mind★★★★★
“Sadie loves Southern Paws! Sadie is very anxious, but she does so well here with the staff. The facility is very nice and clean. I would recommend Southern Paws—best groomer and boarder in the Upper Cumberland!”
LoriAnxious dog care★★★★★
“Everyone here is so kind and takes very good care of your dogs. They make sure your dogs are loved just like they are at home.”
Robin PickensKind, attentive careBook now
Book dog boarding with Southern Paws.
Call to check boarding availability, holiday openings, or grooming add-ons during a stay.