Business Details
11 Years
experience
Premier Dog Boarding & Daycare in Eugene, Oregon
At Tall Oaks Dog Resort, we specialize in providing a natural, social environment for dogs to thrive. Our approach is rooted in Heather Parr's extensive research and experience in canid behavior, ensuring every dog receives personalized attention and care. We prioritize pack socialization, grouping dogs by size and temperament to foster safe, enriching interactions. Our facility combines indoor comfort with outdoor access, offering climate-controlled sleeping areas and filtered water systems. With over a decade of service since 2015, we've established a reputation for creating a home-away-from-home experience that eases separation anxiety for both pets and owners.Our shuttle service simplifies access for clients in Eugene/Springfield, while our rigorous health protocols ensure a safe environment. We maintain transparency through regular updates and require spay/neuter compliance to maintain pack harmony. Our team's expertise in animal care, including contributions to academic literature on animal behavior, sets us apart as leaders in canine hospitality. We've designed every aspect of our operationsfrom vaccination requirements to feeding instructionsto prioritize canine well-being. Our commitment to quality care has earned us testimonials praising our ability to make dogs feel cherished during their stay.
Services
Dog Boarding
Daycare Services
Shuttle Transportation
Animal Care
Pack Socialization
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer expert-led pack socialization informed by canid behavior research
- Our facility combines outdoor access with modern climate-controlled sleeping areas
- We provide free weekday shuttle service in Eugene/Springfield
- Our filtered water systems ensure constant access to clean drinking water
- We maintain rigorous health protocols including vaccination requirements
What people say
Perfect environment for pooches
Wonderful place and people
First rate facility
Loved the updates during stay
Dogs get lots of love
Services
Dog Boarding
Our boarding service provides overnight stays in climate-controlled facilities with all-day daycare included. Dogs enjoy separate spaces based on size and temperament. We require vaccination compliance and spay/neuter status to maintain pack harmony. Owners must handle drop-off/pick-up for first-time visits.
Daycare Services
Daycare offers socialization opportunities with pack activities from 7am-5pm. Includes free shuttle service in Eugene/Springfield during weekdays. Dogs are grouped by size and temperament for safe interactions. Requires current vaccinations and health records for participation.
Shuttle Transportation
We provide complimentary weekday shuttle service for daycare clients in Eugene/Springfield. No weekend service availableweekend drop-off/pick-up occurs between 8am-5pm. Shuttle operations follow holiday schedules with advance notice of closures.
Animal Care
Our care approach combines Heather Parr's research in canid behavior with practical experience. We implement strict health protocols including vaccination requirements and fecal testing. Each dog receives personalized attention to ensure their physical and social well-being during their stay.
Pack Socialization
We facilitate structured socialization by grouping dogs based on size and temperament. This natural pack environment promotes positive interactions while maintaining safety. Our approach draws from academic research on canid social dynamics and communication patterns.
People
Heather Parr
Owner/Dog Handler
Animal care expert with extensive research in canid behavior, including work on pack dynamics in dogs, wolves, and coyotes. Co-author of 'Social Dynamics and Communication' in Behavior of Captive Wild Animals.
Questions
What vaccinations are required for boarding?
Dogs must have current DHPP, Rabies, and Bordetella vaccinations, plus negative fecal and Elisa Giardia tests.
Is shuttle service available on weekends?
No weekend shuttle service. Weekend drop-off/pick-up available between 8am-5pm or by appointment.
Can I visit the facility before boarding?
First-time dogs must be dropped off/picked up by owners to familiarize with the facility and staff.
How are dogs grouped during socialization?
Dogs are grouped by size and temperament to ensure safe, positive interactions in our pack environment.
What should I bring for my dog's stay?
Bring food in a labeled container with feeding instructions. All items should be clearly marked with your dog's name.
Are there holiday closures?
We're closed for drop-off/pick-up on December 24-25, January 1, and major holidays as noted in our schedule.
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