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Your Trusted Partner for Premium Pet Care Services in NC
Animal House has been a trusted leader in pet care since 1993, offering boarding, grooming, and daycare services in Jacksonville and Wilmington, NC. As a certified member of the American Boarding Kennel Association (ABKA), we prioritize safety, comfort, and individualized attention for every pet. Our experienced team provides 24-hour monitoring, award-winning grooming, and customized play experiences to ensure a stress-free stay. With over 30 years of expertise, we combine industry-leading practices with a family-oriented approach, treating every pet as our own.

Our facilities feature luxury suites, hydrotherapy options, and secure play areas, reflecting our commitment to excellence. Customer testimonials highlight our compassionate staff, transparent communication, and dedication to creating a home-away-from-home environment. We uphold strict vaccination protocols and maintain detailed care records to guarantee the highest standards of health and safety.
Services
Grooming Boarding Daycare Hydrotherapy Pet Boarding
Details
  • Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
  • Certified by the American Boarding Kennel Association (ABKA)
  • Over 30 years of experience in pet care services
  • 24-hour monitoring system for pet safety
  • Award-winning grooming staff with specialized training
  • Customizable play and stay options for all pet temperaments
Associations and certifications
  • American Boarding Kennel Association (ABKA)
What people say
Tail-wagging experience Top of the line Friendly professional staff Report card Happy when came home
Services
Grooming
Our grooming services combine luxury care with expert techniques to enhance your pet's appearance and comfort. Trained professionals use gentle handling methods for nail trimming, haircuts, and spa treatments. Regular grooming promotes hygiene, prevents health issues, and improves mobility through proper coat and nail maintenance.
Boarding
We offer secure, comfortable boarding with 24-hour monitoring and personalized attention. Pets enjoy spacious suites, multiple play areas, and customized care routines. Our facilities include indoor/outdoor exercise yards, pools, and quiet zones for senior or nervous animals.
Daycare
Our supervised daycare provides socialization and physical activity in a safe environment. Dogs are grouped by size and temperament for interactive play sessions. Services include pool access, one-on-one staff interaction, and structured enrichment activities.
Hydrotherapy
Hydrotherapy sessions use underwater treadmills to aid post-operative recovery, manage arthritis, and support weight control. This low-impact treatment improves mobility and joint health under professional supervision.
Cat Boarding
Our cat boarding service provides private condos with individual potty areas and climbing structures. We maintain strict separation between households and require up-to-date vaccinations to ensure feline safety and comfort.
People
Kerri Reagan
Area Manager
Lifelong dog lover with over a decade of experience at Animal House. Manages operations across locations while maintaining personal connections with long-time clients.
Lauran Lieck
Grooming Manager
Veteran groomer with extensive management experience. Oversees all grooming staff while maintaining hands-on client service at Coleman location.
Leah Doolittle
Ashley River Rd. Manager
Charleston native with animal care expertise. Transformed West Ashley location while creating safe environments for diverse pet sizes and ages.
Tiffany Jacobs
North Cedar St. Manager
Dedicated dog lover with five years of management experience. Focuses on building relationships between pets, owners, and staff at Summerville location.
Rose Shaw
Coleman Blvd. Manager
Seven-year animal care veteran specializing in service animal breeding. Prioritizes attention to detail and customer satisfaction at Mount Pleasant location.
Questions
What vaccinations are required for boarding?
Dogs need Distemper Parvo, Rabies, and Bordetella. Cats require Rabies and FVRCP. Negative fecal exams are mandatory for puppies under six months.
What are your check-in times?
Pets must check in 30 minutes before lunch closure or end of day closure. Specific times vary by location.
Are you closed on holidays?
We close early on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve but maintain overnight care for boarding guests.
Do you offer multi-pet discounts?
Yes, we provide discounts for multiple pets from the same household sharing accommodations.
Can you administer medication?
Yes, we provide medication administration at an additional fee with proper veterinary documentation.
Reviews (4)
Bloodrain
Jun 14, 2022 Report
Went on vacation with my beautiful family and so did our dog! They have a pool for large and small dogs. They even get to play with other pups. All dogs must have up to date shots records before boarding and at the end they get a report card. You can check the pool live w/o sound on their website! This is like her 5th time there. The staff is very helpful and will call you in case your puppy has issues.
Debbie East
May 26, 2022 Report
Oliver, my 3 yr old Cavalier King Charles had his first grooming here this week after moving here from Pa this month. The staff was welcoming and friendly. We got an appointment right away. They gave Oliver respect and kindness since he was new and fearful. His grooming was beautifully done. The groomer was so compassionate and I felt comfortable leaving Oliver with her. The price was very reasonable. I will be seeing them every 6 weeks. Thank you Animal House
Logan Ash
May 09, 2022 Report
Our senior dogs had an amazing first time being boarded with animal house. The staff was super super nice from the moment we stepped in and and called if they had any questions and they were super nice from the moment when we picked them back up. I even called a few times to see how they were doing and the young ladies were super nice and helpful. We had them groomed before we picked them up and they looked and smelled amazing!

We will for sure use their services again. The online pet registration was also amazing super easy to use and really helpful. I was truthfully nervous about boarding our senior pups because they bark at everything all the time and I was worried that they would not settle down while they were there. But they did amazing with the staff. I do believe that the staff really took their time with my pups and made them feel comfortable.

We loved loved seeing them on the play camera! It was nice seeing them run around and interact with the staff and other dogs on the other side of the fence. We highly recommend animal house. Thank you to all of the staff from the front desk workers to the staff that came and got our dogs and to the staff who took care of our dogs!
Jessica Atkinson
Apr 28, 2022 Report
I'll let the picture speak for itself. My pups love it here. I feel like they're in such good hands. Everyone is so kind and happy to help with any questions or concerns I've had. Can't say enough great things about the staff. This is the only place we trust when boarding our pups