Dog Boarding, Grooming and Vets on Hilton Head Island
Dog boarding, daycare, grooming and vets on Hilton Head Island, with hours, phone numbers and ratings.
Whether you need dog boarding on Hilton Head for a week away, daycare while you spend a hot afternoon at the beach, or a vet in a hurry, the island has a short list of well-reviewed places, and most of them take visitors. Each card shows the address, phone number and Google rating. Call ahead in summer and over holiday weeks, bring proof of vaccinations, and see the dog-friendly guide for beaches, patios and rules if your dog is travelling with you.
Dog Kennels, Hilton Head, SC: Boarding and Daycare
Evergreen Pet Lodge, Southpaw Pet Resort and All About Pets are the three boarders with a couple of hundred reviews each. Red Rover, now Evergreen Pet Lodge South, is the one most often used by visitors who need a few days of daycare, and it also boards cats. A Hilton Head dog kennel will usually ask for current rabies, distemper and Bordetella shots, so ask for the list before you arrive.
105 Dillon Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
Boarding and day camp at 105 Dillon Road, open Monday to Saturday 8 to 6 and Sunday mornings.
25 Bow Cir, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Daycare and boarding for dogs and cats at 25 Bow Circle, the lodge many still call Red Rover.
10 Fish Haul Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
A boarding resort at 10 Fish Haul Road with indoor and outdoor play areas. Open 7:30 to 7:30 on weekdays, 8 to 7 on weekends.
130 Arrow Rd #102, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Boarding, daycare and grooming at 130 Arrow Road. Open 8 to 5:30 on weekdays and 8 to 4 on weekends.
Pet Grooming on Hilton Head
Appointments are the norm and some groomers book out a week or two, so call early if you want a bath or nail trim before the drive home. Pretty Paws takes cats as well as dogs. All About Pets above also grooms. Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming sells food and treats and is part of the Shelter Cove Towne Centre shops. For food, beds and toys, see pet stores on Hilton Head; to adopt, the Hilton Head Humane Association and the All About Cats sanctuary.
36 Shelter Cove Ln Ste 171, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Grooming and a pet bakery and supply shop in Shelter Cove Towne Centre.
6 Bow Cir #5A, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
A grooming salon at 6 Bow Circle, Unit 5A, known for doodle cuts.
19 Executive Park Rd Ste 210, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
A grooming salon at 19 Executive Park Road, Suite 210.
1 Cardinal Ct #10, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
Grooming, baths and daycare at 1 Cardinal Court, Unit 10, run by its owners.
26 Palmetto Bay Rd #2, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
A grooming shop at 26 Palmetto Bay Road, Unit 2, with clients who return for years.
21 Mathews Dr #10, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
An owner-run salon at 21 Mathews Drive, Unit 10, that also grooms cats.
10 Fish Haul Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
A grooming salon at 10 Fish Haul Road, next to Southpaw.
Veterinarians on Hilton Head Island
If your pet needs a vet while you are on vacation, call a general clinic first thing: several of these are described by visitors as fitting in a dog that swallowed sand or salt water at the beach, a torn nail or an upset stomach. The 24-hour emergency hospital serving the island, Carolina Veterinary Critical Care, is across the bridge on Fording Island Road in Bluffton, listed on the Bluffton pet services page. For people, see hospitals and urgent care.
130 Arrow Rd #101, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
A veterinary hospital at 130 Arrow Road, Unit 101. Vacationers describe being fitted in the same day.
109 Mathews Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
The most-reviewed island clinic, at 109 Mathews Drive. Visitors describe same-day appointments.
46 Old Wild Horse Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
A small practice at 46 Old Wild Horse Road, known for its one longtime vet.
105 Dillon Rd B, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
A hospital at 105 Dillon Road, Suite B, that can prepare health certificates for travel.
1000 William Hilton Pkwy E8, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
A holistic and general practice at 1000 William Hilton Parkway, Unit E8.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I board my dog on Hilton Head Island?
Evergreen Pet Lodge on Dillon Road, Southpaw Pet Resort on Fish Haul Road, All About Pets on Arrow Road and Red Rover (now Evergreen Pet Lodge South) on Bow Circle all board dogs. Book early for summer and holiday weeks.
Is there dog daycare on Hilton Head for visitors?
Yes. Several reviewers of Red Rover and Evergreen Pet Lodge were on vacation and used daycare for a day or a few days. Call ahead and bring vaccination records.
Is there a 24-hour emergency vet near Hilton Head?
The 24-hour hospital serving the island is Carolina Veterinary Critical Care on Fording Island Road in Bluffton. The island clinics on this page keep regular daytime hours, so call them first.
What vaccines does a boarding dog need?
Boarders typically ask for current rabies, distemper and Bordetella vaccinations. Ask your boarder for their exact list when you book.
Can I get my dog groomed while on vacation?
Yes. Pretty Paws Pet Salon and Groomalon both have reviews from visitors who were fitted in for a nail trim or a groom before travelling. Call as early as you can.
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