
Pet Boarding for a Fun and Safe Home Away from Home
Leaving your pet behind can be difficult, but choosing pet boarding connected to a veterinary hospital provides an added level of comfort, trust, and peace of mind. At Hillcrest Animal Hospital, we combine a safe, comfortable boarding environment with attentive care from a team that understands your pet’s health and individual needs.
Throughout your pet’s stay, our trained staff will monitor their appetite, behavior, comfort, and overall well-being. We can administer routine medications, if needed, and recognize subtle changes that may indicate a developing health concern. If an illness or emergency arises, our onsite veterinary team is available to assess the situation and provide prompt medical attention.
Whether your pet is staying for a single night or an extended visit, you can travel with confidence knowing they are receiving thoughtful care in a facility equipped to support both their comfort and health.

Pet Boarding FAQs
We want you to feel fully prepared and confident about your pet’s stay. Explore our frequently asked questions below to learn more about our boarding services, accommodations, requirements, and more.
Boarding Accommodations
With our overnight dog boarding and cat boarding in Bartlett and the greater Memphis area, we strive to be a home away from home for your pets while you're away.
We understand how stressful it can be when you have to leave your pet, and we're here to help put your mind at ease. We provide much more than your average kennels and dog runs. We're serious animal lovers, and we give animals all the love and attention they deserve while they're staying with us.
Dog Accommodations
Standard Kennel
Dogs stay in climate-controlled kennels with comfy beds and clean linens. Each dog receives daily outdoor time, meals, social play with trained staff, and supervision throughout their stay.
Climate-controlled kennel
Comfy cozy bed
Clean towels and blankets
Daily walks
Abundant daily playtime with staff
Supervision during play and rest
VIP Run
Premium accommodation with enhanced amenities.
Indoor/outdoor run
Comfy cozy bed
Clean towels and blankets
Daily walks
Abundant daily playtime with staff
Cat Accommodations
Standard Boarding
Cats are cared for in a separate boarding area with their room cleaned and linens refreshed throughout their stay. Litter boxes are checked, cleaned and disinfected daily.
Separate boarding area for cats
Individual space
Clean litter boxes throughout day
Fresh linens
Room cleaning and disinfection
Meals per your specifications
Health & Vaccination Requirements
Pets must be current on the following before their stay.
Requirements for Dogs
Up to date with all vaccinations
Free of fleas and ticks
Unaltered dogs not accepted
Requirements for Cats
Up to date with all vaccinations
Free of fleas and ticks
Dining During Your Pet's Stay
We provide Science Diet Sensitive Stomach and Skin pet food for pets not on a special diet. Feel free to bring enough of your pet's regular food to last the duration of the stay.
Cats are fed as per your specifications to ensure their routine is seamless from at home.
Medical Boarding
Veterinarians are available during medical boarding stays.
Medication Administration
We will be glad to administer your pet's medications while they are with us. If your pet takes any medication, bring it along for our staff to administer.
Book an Appointment at Hillcrest Animal Hospital
New pets are always welcome at Hillcrest Animal Hospital. Our friendly veterinary staff looks forward to providing our neighbors in the area and surrounding communities with the veterinary care they need.
