SkyDance Pet Lodge

Business Details

Luxury Pet Care Services in Wisconsin

SkyDance Pet Lodge has redefined luxury pet care through personalized services and industry-leading expertise since our founding. Our certified team holds credentials from PACCC, IBPSA, PackPro, and Fear Free, ensuring care that exceeds industry standards. We specialize in boarding, daycare, grooming, and training programs tailored to each pet's unique needs, with dedicated specialists in every department. Our independently owned facilities in Dousman and New Berlin feature hospital-grade sanitation protocols, low staff-to-dog ratios, and enrichment programs designed to stimulate physical and mental well-being.

Recognized by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel as Top Choice for three consecutive years, we combine strategic leadership with hands-on management to maintain our reputation as Wisconsin's premier pet retreat.

Services

Boarding Daycare Grooming Training Enrichment Programs

Highlights and features

Certified team with industry-leading credentials from multiple accreditation bodies
Personalized care tailored to each dog's unique personality and needs
Health-first approach with hospital-grade disinfectants and CPR-certified staff
Transparent communication with direct access to leadership team
Award-winning facilities recognized by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel for three consecutive years

Associations and certifications

PACCC
IBPSA
PackPro
Dog Gurus
Fear Free
IACP
AKC

What people say

Go above and beyond Spotless and beautifully maintained Genuinely cares about animals Personalized care approach Professional and compassionate staff

Website

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Services

Luxury Boarding

Our luxury boarding suites provide a home-away-from-home experience with personalized care. Each stay includes supervised playtime, medication administration, and nightly tuck-in services. Dogs enjoy climate-controlled accommodations with premium bedding and 24/7 monitoring by trained staff.

Dog Daycare

Daily socialization and exercise programs tailored to each dog's temperament. Features include small-group play, enrichment activities, and individualized attention from certified caregivers. Available for both regular and occasional visits.

Professional Grooming

Full-service grooming using premium Artero products. Services include breed-specific haircuts, bathing with specialized shampoos, nail trimming, and teeth brushing. Each session includes a complimentary coat inspection and skin health assessment.

Training Programs

Customizable training solutions for all skill levels. Offers include day training, group classes, and one-on-one sessions focusing on obedience, socialization, and behavior modification. Led by certified trainers using positive reinforcement techniques.

Enrichment Activities

Tailored mental stimulation programs featuring scent games, puzzle toys, and guided decompression sessions. Designed to reduce anxiety, promote relaxation, and support cognitive health through species-specific activities.

People

Allison Strauel

Owner/CEO (CPACO)

Allison leads SkyDance with over 15 years of pet care expertise. She combines business acumen with animal welfare knowledge to set industry standards through innovative service models and staff development programs.

Bob Gaughan Walton

Director of Pet Care & Training Operations

Bob oversees daily operations and quality control across both locations. With a background in animal behavior, he develops training protocols and ensures consistent implementation of SkyDance's care philosophy.

Rachel Schnieder

Human Resources and Administrative Director

Rachel manages team development and administrative systems. She maintains SkyDance's culture of excellence through rigorous staff training programs and operational efficiency initiatives.

Ariana Sperbeck

Grooming Department Director

Ariana leads the grooming team with advanced certifications in canine coat care. She specializes in breed-specific grooming and product formulation, ensuring premium results for every pet.

Isabelle Eide

Associate Director of Training & Development

Isabelle designs behavior modification programs and staff training curricula. Her expertise in positive reinforcement techniques helps dogs overcome anxiety and develop lifelong skills.

Questions

What enrichment activities are available for my dog?

We offer scent games, puzzle toys, guided decompression sessions, and customized playtime plans to stimulate mental and physical development.

What are your staff-to-dog ratios?

We maintain a 15:1 staff-to-dog ratio to ensure personalized attention and safe supervision during all activities.

Can you accommodate dogs with special needs?

Yes, we provide specialized care for dogs with medical conditions, anxiety, or reactivity through individualized plans and trained staff.

What vaccination records are required?

Dogs must have current Rabies, Bordetella, and Distemper vaccinations. We can obtain records directly from your veterinarian.

Do you offer grooming services?

Yes, our professional grooming uses premium Artero products with services including haircuts, baths, and coat treatments.

What are your drop-off/pickup hours?

Lobby hours are 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM daily. Boarding check-out after 11:00 AM incurs an additional day charge.

Reviews (7)

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Ccis Cs

Apr 27, 2022 Report

Exemplary service! There are lots of fun activities for my dogs, the facility is clean, organized, and really a safe place for our fur babies. That is why we always love to come again and again.

Lauren Robertstad

Apr 06, 2022 Report

Sky Dance has taken care of our dogs for the last 10+ years. They truly do an awesome job grooming our Mini Golden Doodle and we live for the little report cards. Grateful to them and the kind care they've shown our pups

Lazy Thanatoz

Apr 06, 2022 Report

I always take my dog for a boarding at Skydance consistently and I am really amazed with their services from their beautiful facilities, friendly staff, and various activities they offer. Even my dog always loves to visit. It's the best Pet lodge for us so far. And I trust my dog in their hands.

Donna Saenz

Mar 17, 2022 Report

I'm very disappointed in the services we were provided. My dog was groomed here and was vaccinated for kennel cough and got kennel cough from this establishment. I did call with concerns as my girlfriend's dog also contracted this from their kennel services 3weeks before mine did. They seem very uninterested in the well being of my dog when I called today to report this. How many other dogs have also contracted kennel cough from Skydance.

You should be ashamed and close for a day and do a thorough cleaning to disinfect to protect other dogs THAT ARE YOUR CLIENTS! thank you for the vet bills I have incurred. This would have been avoided if you would have taken to steps to protect our dogs. Very disappointed!

Tim Holland

Dec 30, 2021 Report

Nice place, my dogs are in the training program and they also board at Skydance. They both seem to like it and I also feel like everyone they're does a very thorough job with the details. Their receptionists are friendly and their training manager is top notch!

Carl Isely

Sep 20, 2021 Report

Dog pulls to go in. Never an issue, pretty sure he gets better attention here than at home. Love this place. Huskies will let you know if they don't want to go someplace, he charges in and can't wait to go here. He loves it. Only place we will use for boarding or a day time play time with friends. They place play time with similar personalities. No hesitation here.

Kim Mailander

Dec 26, 2020 Report

Great place! Dogs love it and they come home tired! Love that they can have a birthday party for their birthdays! Love for sleepovers they are not in crates and are let out end of the night later than most other places. Super friendly and feel comfortable with leaving our dogs there!