Thanksgiving Dog Boarding in Orlando — Open Thanksgiving Day & All Week

Yes, we're open, and the turkey-day tail wags are already warming up! 🦃🐾 Universal Dog Care Orlando welcomes dogs all through Thanksgiving week, Thanksgiving Day included, with drop-off and pickup at any hour by appointment. While you travel or host, your pup gets a small, temperament-matched playgroup, a cozy home-style spot to nap, and a steady stream of photo updates so you can see that happy face for yourself. It's the busiest week of our whole year, so text (407) 480-9669 early for rates and availability. 💛

Quick facts for Thanksgiving week

🦃 Open Thanksgiving Day, the Wednesday before, and all through the holiday weekend
📍 Just 1.8 miles from Universal Studios and the Epic Universe staff entrance, so dog boarding near Universal Studios Orlando is an easy stop on your way to the parks
⏰ Open 24/7 by appointment: red-eye flights and after-pie pickups both welcome
💲 Time-based pricing: you pay for the hours you book, not a flat day rate
🐾 Small playgroups matched by size, energy, and personality (so nobody gets steamrolled at zoomie o'clock)
💉 Vaccines: rabies for private care; rabies, distemper, and Bordetella for group play
🐶 Puppies, super seniors (15+), dogs on medication, and unspayed/unneutered dogs are all welcome

Why Thanksgiving week fills first

Picture it: locals heading to the airport to see family, visiting families flying in to do the parks, and everyone else at home with a house full of guests and a turkey in the oven. All three need a safe, loving place for their dog on the very same five days. That's why Thanksgiving is our single busiest week of dog boarding in Orlando, and why the Wednesday-to-Sunday stretch is usually spoken for weeks ahead. The early bird gets the best nap spot. 😉

Hosting or traveling? Either way, we've got your dog

Hosting the family: a doorbell that won't stop ringing, a counter full of irresistible smells, and a front door that never stays closed is a lot for most dogs. A day of dog daycare or an overnight stay with us trades all that for tail-wagging playtime and a calm corner to snooze. No counter-surfing, no door-dashing, no nervous pup hiding under the table while you baste. Drop off Wednesday, pick up when the dishes are done. 🍽️

Traveling: flying out for the holiday, or visiting Orlando to do the parks with the family? We're 1.8 miles from Universal and open 24/7 by appointment. Your dog spends the day romping with a few well-matched friends, curls up for warm puppy-pile naps, and you get photos all day long, so you can relax knowing they're safe, loved, and having a ball. 🎾

Thanksgiving boarding questions

Are you open on Thanksgiving Day?

Yes! We're open every day of the year, Thanksgiving Day included, with drop-off and pickup at any hour by appointment. Somebody has to be here to hand out the belly rubs. 🐾

How early should I book?

As soon as you know your dates. Thanksgiving week is our fullest week of the year, and the earlier you text, the better your chances of landing the exact drop-off and pickup times you want.

What should I bring?

Just your dog's food and any medications. We provide the beds and bowls. Leave the crate at home unless your dog truly sleeps better in one, and please skip the Thanksgiving leftovers. We know those puppy eyes are powerful, but every dog stays on their own food so tummies stay happy. 🥧

Can I pick up late Sunday night after the drive back?

Absolutely. Tell us your expected time when you book and we'll be ready with a wiggly welcome, even after midnight. You pay for the hours you use, so a late pickup just means a slightly longer stay.

Reserve your dog's Thanksgiving stay

Text (407) 480-9669 with your dates, drop-off and pickup times, and your dog's breed and weight. You'll hear back in minutes from the same team who will actually be playing with, cuddling, and caring for your dog, with rates and availability. We can't wait to meet your best friend. 💛

“It gave us so much peace of mind knowing our dog was in such good hands.” — Cinthya, Cyra’s family · Google ★★★★★
“From the hand-off to the return to the pictures shared daily, it was so special.” — Kai-Lani, Pualani’s family · Google ★★★★★