Sparta Pet Palazzo

Loud noises and bright light shows are a recipe for stress and anxiety for pets. And just because your dog IS a firecracker, doesn't mean they like them. Boarding is a great solution. We’ll keep them safe, calm, and distracted with friends and fun. It’s more of a staycation than a stay. But we’re almost full, so book right now if you want to give your furry family member a peaceful Independence Day!

We are so excited to welcome our newest DVM to the Pack! Dr. Lia Gross is joining the Deer Creek Animal Hospital team in Phoenix, AZ, though she is originally from New Mexico! Dr, Gross graduated from Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine and has been practicing in a primary care veterinary setting for over 10 years. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking, traveling, and spending time with her husband Jordan and their three dogs - Kylee, Dante, and Chaos.

Have you booked your pet’s July 4th stay yet? Boarding is a great way to keep your pets safe and to ensure that they don’t stress out or worse, run away. In fact, more pets get lost on July 4th than any other holiday. By staying with us, your pets will have a good time without all the anxiety. Spots are filling fast, so book your stay today.

We board cats! 🐱
Our rooms are 3 feet wide x 4 feet long x 7.5 feet high! We also have 5 shelves that they can climb up and down and lay on!

Please let us know if you're interested in boarding your cat with us!

July 4th is around the corner, and while you may be looking forward to it, your pets are not. Many pets experience fear and anxiety that you may not even recognize. Whether you're traveling or having a party at home, we recommend boarding them. We can keep them safe and distract them with fun and activities. A lot of pet parents feel the same, and we tend to fill up fast. So, book early!

Right now we're offering 10% off your pet’s first groom! Keep your furry family members looking and feeling cool this summer with a refreshing summer groom. Grooming helps prevent overheating by removing excess fur and keeping their coat clean and mat-free. You won’t miss those odors either. Help your pet beat the heat and schedule a summer groom. But book soon because spots fill up fast!

Show your dog your love and spoil them with a summer groom. Grooming not only keeps them looking great, but it also keeps them feeling great, too. And here’s a little something to make pet parents feel great too... right now we're offering 10% off your pet’s first groom! This summer special won’t last fur-ever so take advantage of these summer savings before they’re gone!

Due to the events of the F3 tornado that hit the Valley View & Sanger, TX area, the Animal Hospital on Milam Road's wonderful staff has gone out into the community & rescued many fur babies and brought them back into the clinic for shelter and care.

There are many pups that they have under their care as well as that have needed treatment. One of their lovely guests is named Willow & was found on the side of the road by a wonderful human & she has a broken leg & pelvis that needs an important extensive surgery! Funds will go towards Willow's surgery, vaccinations, medications, & other treated injuries! They also have some pups that have found their owners but will be staying at the clinic at no cost due to their homes being destroyed or them being hospitalized themselves that funds will go towards.

We would love your help in raising money! These sweet babies have been through so much trauma already & we appreciate absolutely everything that this community has already done to help them! If you feel led to donate to the cause, please use this link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/aid-for-tornadoaffected-dogs-in-sanger

Due to the weather and the safety of you and your pet's, we won't be having daycare today. We wish everyone is safe and will reopen for daycare tomorrow! Please let us know if you have any questions!

Due to severity of the storms right now, Sparta Pet Palazzo will be opening later than usual this Tues. Animals and humans are asked to stay in a safe place. We will send out another post when we are opening.

In celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month, several of our frontline workers across various regions and teams produced our first ever field-led training on Destigmatizing Mental Health in the Workplace! This amazing team collaborated so well to produce a very informative, educational, and engaging workshop to continue our mission of building cultures of wellness, inclusion, and trust in our centers. Ayesha Sosa, Marissa Burcham, Kelli Call, and Zachary Paul and their fabulous advisor Christie Germans are shining examples of and our values! Thank you for reminding all of us that

Last week, in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Destination Pet’s field leaders participated in QPR Gatekeeper training and certification with none other than the incredible Dr. Mia Cary. QPR stands for “Question, Persuade, Refer” and is a data-driven and conversation-based way of supporting folks who are experiencing su***de ideation.

In our commitment to being the provider of choice for pets and those who care for them (feel free to tweak), we believe that workplace wellbeing starts with ensuring our leaders have the training and resources to create cultures and practices of wellbeing in their pet and vet care centers.

Happy 7th Birthday Stark!!! 🥳 Thank you for coming to celebrate your birthday with us!

For the month of May we would love to spotlight Marissa Dube, the Manager at Pet Resort & Spa Inc. ! Please see a few words from Marissa below - we're so grateful to have such a passionate and pet-obsessed pack member!!

"Destination Pet has changed my life for the better, I am thriving working here- and so are my dogs! With my work history in animal care, fostering/rescuing dogs and my passion for animals makes coming to work like going to my second home. I am grateful for the opportunities I’ve had to grow with this wonderful company, I am excited to see where I’ll go in the future. There’s a difference between a manager and an owner, and I’m that difference. I love Norwichtown Pet Resort and Spa and I am so proud of how far it’s come."

Don't forget - you can now refer your friends, and get a $25 reward for both you and your friends - there is no limit! Visit yourgipet.com/refur-a-friend/ to start referring your friends today!

Happy 3rd Birthday Jake! Thank you for coming to celebrate with us! 🥳🐶

Attention pet parents! Memorial Day is just around the corner, and more boarding spots are filling up every day! Don't wait until the last minute – secure your pet's reservation today to guarantee their spot. And don’t worry – we have plenty of fun on your pet’s agenda, so you can have peace of mind on yours! Book now!

Suns out ☀️ Pools out!

With Yourgi Refur a Friend, referring your pet center to friends means earning $25 cash rewards for everyone! There’s no limit, either. Keep referring us to your friends and keep earning cash rewards every time they complete their first appointment. Spread the word, share the love, and let the rewards roll in! Visit yourgipet.com/refur-a-friend/ to start referring your friends today!

Planning your Memorial Day getaway? Don't forget to reserve your pet's boarding spot! We have lots of fun and shenanigans planned, but spaces are filling up fast. So, book now to ensure your furry family member has a PAWSOME place to stay while you're away.

We are excited to announce the appointment of Leviathan Winn as our new Chief Financial Officer.

Leviathan brings more than 20 years of finance, mergers & acquisitions, strategy, digital and retail services experience.

Prior to Destination Pet, Leviathan served as the Chief Financial Officer at Zulily, a leading e-commerce company within Qurate Retail, Inc. (NASDAQ: QRTEA). In that position, he was responsible for the finance function and the transformation efforts for Zulily and led it to a successful sale. Prior to that, Leviathan was the CFO at Qdoba Mexican Eats, Taco Bell and served as an Audit Committee Board Member for Smart & Final, where he helped lead a successful sale to Grupo Comercial Chedraui (BMV: CHDRAUI).

Leviathan joins Destination Pet as we seek to lead the pet industry with our pet-centric approach to integrated care. We welcome Leviathan to our pack!

Pet Parents – don’t forget that it pays to Refur a Friend! Yourgi, your guide to your pet’s best life, wants you to earn endless $25 cash rewards from PayPal, Uber, or Amazon – just for referring your favorite Yourgi network pet center to your friends. Not only will your friends get the best care for their pets, but they’ll also get a great app and a $25 cash reward! Visit yourgipet.com/refur-a-friend/ to start referring your friends today!

We are thrilled to announce the grand opening of our first-ever veterinary wellness clinic within the NY Dog Spa & Hotel at 32 W. 25th St., NY. This innovative concept, a collaboration with Vetted Pet Health will now allow us to provide pet parents with veterinary services in selected Destination Pet premium pet resort locations already offering daycare, boarding, grooming, or training services. This partnership mirrors the convenience of human Minute Clinics, like those found in CVS, but tailored to meet the unique pet parenting needs: wellness checks, vaccinations, heartworm testing, consultations on allergies, anxiety, and nutrition, as well as advanced testing.

Happy Belated 1st Birthday to Lady Bird! 🥳 Thank you for spending your birthday with us!

Spring fever is in the air! Is your pet ready to hop into fun? Spring break boarding is blooming with good times and friends who are ready to frolic. If you’re going away and need a place for your fuzzy one to stay, give us a call. It’s time for both you and your pet to spring into happiness and book their stay today. Only a pawful of spots left – hurry!

Small Daycare will be closed next week Monday through Friday, March 11th to March 15th.
Large Dog daycare will still be operating normally next week.

Exciting News! Yourgi Refur a Friend is here! Every time you refer a friend to your favorite pet center through the Yourgi app or portal, and they complete their first appointment, you’ll both get a $25 reward. Share the love for happy, healthy pets and earn some extra cash in the process. Refer a friend today!

Have you booked your pet’s spring break boarding yet? We’re all set to spring into action to give your furry family members the most cheerful spring break ever. From outdoor romps to cozy naps, we've got their stay covered. But don’t paws. These spots are filling fast. Reserve their spring spot today and let fun bloom.

Spring break is here, and if you’re treating yourself to a little vacation, why not treat your pet to one too? During spring break boarding, your pet will pawty with friends, stay active, and may even have a spring fling! The days will just fly by. Book today!

Happy Valentine's Day 🩷❤️🐶

We’re pleased to announce we’ve partnered with CareCredit, the health and wellness credit card that makes it easy to pay for the care for your pet needs to stay happy and healthy. CareCredit has helped millions of pet owners like you be financially ready for a Lifetime of Care for their pets with special financing options - a way to pay that’s as friendly as your pet.

To apply today visit carecredit.com/apply and follow the simple steps. You’ll get a credit decision in seconds and if approved you can use your card immediately!

We are excited to announce the appointment of Aaron Shafran as our new Chief Digital Marketing Officer. Aaron served previously as Global Vice President of Product and Strategy for Customer Service, Remote Sales, and New Ventures at IKEA and Global Vice President, leading the reimagination of the Bonvoy Mobile App into a travel companion at Marriott.

Aaron joins Destination Pet as we seek to lead the digital transformation of the pet industry with our data driven personalized and integrated approach to marketing, our mobile application Yourgi and our pet-centric approach to integrated care. We welcome Aaron to our pack!

Happy Thanksgiving from our pack to yours! We hope you and all your furry friends have a paw-some holiday!

Destination Pet honors and celebrates Our Pack of caring, compassionate and pet-obsessed practice managers during this week of Practice Managers Appreciation Week. We can't thank you enough for all that you do!

Lots of industry changes-- come work for a trustworthy partner who values your commitment to pet care.

Our VP of Mergers and Acquisitions, John Maresh loved the opportunity to present to a full room yesterday at the Pet Boarding & Daycare Expo in Hershey, PA. His presentation "Grow With The End In Mind" gave attendees a list of best practices to implement now to increase profitability and efficiencies. These conferences allow us to grow our industry and elevate the love and lives of pets and the businesses proud to serve them.