Willow Run Kennels & Animal Clinic || Welcome

What is your boarding facility like?
- We have a large boarding facility located on 30 acres on a country hillside in DeSoto, Texas. Our dogs view grass and trees instead of concrete parking lots.
What boarding accommodations do you offer?
- The boarding area for dogs includes spacious indoor/outdoor runs with access to air-conditioning or heat. The entire "outdoor" area is covered by our large roof to protect from the weather. The boarding area for small dogs & cats is located indoors in a quieter portion of the facility where a little more attention and care is given. Soft, comfortable "Mutt Mat" beds are available for all pets.
Will my dog be "couped-up" in a small cage the whole time?
- ABSOLUTELY NOT! Our boarding area offers large spacious runs. All runs are 4 feet wide and either 11 or 16 feet long! This allows for "room to stretch." However, if you wish, additional exercise and supervised play may be provided for a small daily charge. In addition, our obedience trainer can do daily training sessions or "tune-ups" while you are away to help prevent boredom. What a great time and opportunity to brush up on manners!
What are your hours?
- Willow Run Kennels & Animal Clinic is open Monday - Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. We are also open on Saturdays from 7:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We are closed to the public on Sunday.
Where are you located?
- We are located in DeSoto TX, just 15 minutes South of Dallas with easy access off I-35E. If you would like to contact us, please click here.
Is there a Veterinarian on staff?
- Yes. As a matter of fact, we are owned and operated by a Veterinarian. Dr. Harry E. Moore has owned the facility since 2001 and provides loving care and service to all of our patients and boarders alike. Along with the rest of our loving staff, we try to make each pets visit as comfortable as possible. In the event of an emergency, medical care is immediately available; or your own Veterinarian may be contacted if you wish.
If I already have a Veterinarian, can I see you too?
- Willow Run Kennels & Animal Clinic works closely with other veterinarians in the area. We can call to get medical updates on your pet before boarding and communicate closely if a medical condition occurs while in our care. We are owned by a licensed Veterinarian in the event an emergency does occur.
What vaccinations are required for boarding?
- Dogs are required to be current, within one year, on Rabies, and DHPPV (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, and Parvo Virus). We also require your pet be current within 6 months on Bordetella. Bordetella is the vaccination for "Kennel Cough" or "Canine Cough." It is an air-borne bacteria that can be a problem in areas where dogs are housed together. Vaccination of your dog with this important vaccine, prior to boarding, helps eliminate or reduce the signs of this irritating disease syndrome.
- Cats are required to be current, within one year, on Rabies and FVRCP (Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calcivirus, and Panleukopenia). We also require our feline guests be current (within 6 months) on their bordetella vaccine.
- Ask your veterinarian or call us if you have any questions regarding the status of your pet's vaccinations.
Should I bring my pet's food while boarding?
- If your pet is on a special diet, or has a difficult time changing diets, then you may bring their own. Otherwise, we will provide your pet with a high quality maintenance dog food. After years of kennel trials, we have selected Hill’s Sensitive Stomach for our boarders. We have found this food to be highly palatable and has the fewest GI tolerance problems. For high energy dogs, we feed Hill’s Science Diet Active Adult formula. Please ask us for more information or samples of this product or visit their web site by clicking on the Hill’s logo on our “Sites of Interest Pag.
If I have more than one dog, can they stay together?
- Absolutely. We encourage it. Boarding two "friends" together helps to alleviate the stress of being separated. We also discount each dog's boarding rate by $1.00/night while sharing a kennel.
How can I get more information about Willow Run Kennels & Animal Clinic?
- If you would like more information about Willow Run Kennels & Animal Clinic or a pet related question/concern, you can call us at 972-223-4400. You can also email us at wrkac@sbcglobal.net. Our fax number is 972-274-2171.
Can I send you email?
- Feel free to contact us anytime. Please allow 24 hours for a response.