Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Pet Boarding & Daycare in Milwaukee Since 1960
Animal Motel has been a family-owned and operated business since 1960, serving the Greater Milwaukee area with dedicated pet care services. Our team of 30 employees, including certified Pet Care Specialists and Professional Animal Care Providers, is committed to maintaining sanitized environments and providing individualized attention to every pet. With three generations of experience, we offer boarding, daycare, grooming, and pet transportation services tailored to meet the unique needs of dogs, cats, rabbits, and birds. Our facilities feature specialized suites for different animal types, ensuring comfort and safety while pets are away from home. We maintain strict vaccination protocols to protect all animal guests and adhere to USDA regulations for pet transportation.Our team undergoes continuous training through the Professional Animal Care Certification Council to maintain high care standards. We prioritize manual registration processes to ensure personalized review of every pet's needs before approval. Our 24-hour emergency care availability and flexible scheduling options accommodate both pet owners' and animals' requirements. We maintain memberships in professional organizations like IPATA and AATA to stay current with industry best practices. Our long-standing reputation since 1960 demonstrates our commitment to quality pet care services in Wisconsin.
Services
Dog Boarding
Cat Boarding
Doggy Daycare
Grooming
Pet Transportation
Rabbit Boarding
Bird Boarding
Vaccination Services
Pet Taxi
Holiday Pet Care
Details
- Year established: 1960
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1960 with three generations of pet care experience
- Certified Pet Care Specialists and Professional Animal Care Providers on staff
- No breed restrictions for dogs and cats in boarding services
- 24-hour emergency pet care availability during operating hours
- USDA-registered Intermediate Handler for pet transportation services
Associations and certifications
- USDA
- Independent Pet and Transportation Association (IPATA)
- Animal Transportation Association (AATA)
What people say
Friendly staff
Happy pets
Long-term trust
Reliable service
Individualized care
Services
Dog Boarding
Our dog boarding service provides individualized care with private suites and outdoor access. Dogs receive four daily exercise sessions and health monitoring. We accommodate both fixed and non-fixed dogs with breed-neutral policies.
Cat Boarding
Cat boarding features specialized condos with daily cleaning and personal attention. We offer single, double, and penthouse options with playtime during cage maintenance and strict vaccination requirements.
Doggy Daycare
Daycare options include group and individual care with temperament-based grouping. Services feature multiple play sessions, exercise periods, and flexible scheduling options for busy pet owners.
Pet Transportation
USDA-registered pet transportation services handle domestic and international relocations. We provide travel planning, approved kennels, and ground transportation with professional organization affiliations.
Grooming Services
Full-service grooming includes breed-specific care with experienced professionals. We offer nail trims, bathing, and specialized treatments with appointments available during boarding stays.
People
Daryl Gutknecht
Owner
Second-generation owner with over 20 years of experience, certified kennel operator, and active member of professional pet care organizations.
Michael
Partner
Business partner with extensive experience in pet care operations and customer service management.
Liz
Groomer
Certified pet groomer with 22 years of experience, specializing in all dog breeds and owner education.
Questions
What pet boarding options are available for dogs?
We offer indoor suites and outdoor patio suites with size-based accommodations and four daily exercise sessions.
Do you accept cats for boarding services?
Yes, we provide cat boarding with three condo size options and daily playtime outside their enclosures.
Are vaccinations required for pet boarding?
Yes, we require current vaccination records including rabies, DHLPP for dogs, and FVRCP for cats.
What daycare services do you offer for pets?
We provide group and individual doggy daycare with temperament-based grouping and cat daycare with play sessions.
Do you offer pet grooming services?
Yes, our full-service grooming includes breed-specific care with experienced professionals and appointment scheduling.
Can you assist with pet transportation needs?
We offer domestic and international pet relocation services as USDA-registered handlers with professional organization affiliations.
Reviews (4)
Paula Tallent
May 24, 2022
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Very nice and helpful people there.they love animals.they listen take notes so they can care for your pet and its needs.good price for boarding.someone there always including over night.long time family owned.
Alan Whitson
May 21, 2022
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Staff are wonderful here. They treat my dog midnight like a king. Always willing to go the extra mile
Lilly
May 07, 2022
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Took my 8mo cane corso here as a last resort due to him not being fixed and the fact that they offer individual daycare. I did have my reservations about this place due to the mixed reviews and it was very suspicious that I was not allowed to see where my dog was going to be staying. Once my dog got home, he was thirsty and hungry and took a very long pee. He seemed to be okay but I'm beginning to think he was locked up all day. Go at your own risk, trust your gut because you don't wanna risk your dogs emotional/physical well being.
Kevin Ziegler
Mar 12, 2022
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We've used Animal motel for years and have had only good experiences with multiple dogs for boarding.
