Dog Days & Cat Naps

What Dog Days & Cat Naps does

Dog Days & Cat Naps is a locally owned and operated pet care services business headquartered at 5665 NW Beaver Drive, Johnston, Iowa, serving the Johnston and greater Des Moines metropolitan area. Founded in 2008 and operating for over 15 years, the company runs a single physical facility with one indoor and five outdoor play areas, delivering dog daycare, overnight boarding for dogs, cats, and limited exotic animals (rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, lizards, hamsters), and related ancillary services. The operating model is direct-to-consumer and purely local: customers reserve by phone (515-276-0086) or email ([email protected]), all services are delivered on-site, and new dogs must complete a temperament assessment before routine daycare.

The core product set is structured around four offerings: dog daycare ($22 half-day, $32 full-day, $59 multi-dog full-day), dog boarding ($50/night single dog, $40/night each additional dog), cat boarding ($30/night, two-night minimum), and exotic pet boarding (space-based availability). Revenue is usage-based with a tiered discount architecture: punch cards for daycare (5/10/15/20 sessions at 3–7% savings, expiring one year from purchase) and extended-stay discounts for boarding (10–30% off for stays of 12+/24+/36+ nights). Peak season (Memorial Day through Labor Day) adds $5–$10/day. All prices are publicly listed on the company website.

The technology stack is intentionally thin. The company uses the Gingr Pet Parent Online Portal and Mobile App (introduced 2023, Facility Code 388559) as a cloud-based booking, account, and vet record management layer under a third-party SaaS arrangement. Operational technology investment is concentrated in staff training via the Pack Pro certification program, accredited by the Professional Animal Care Certification Council (PACCC) and introduced in 2023. Marketing channels are limited to the company website, a seasonal PDF newsletter, and a Google Forms client survey. There is no disclosed institutional investment, parent company, M&A activity, or public listing; the company is privately held and locally owned, with 16 employees.

Name

Dog Days & Cat Naps

Legal name

Dog Days & Cat Naps

Website

https://mydogdaysandcatnaps.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Dog Days & Cat Naps is a locally owned pet care facility in Johnston, Iowa offering dog daycare and overnight boarding for dogs, cats, and exotic animals to Des Moines metro area pet owners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pet Care Services

NAICS

Pet Care (except Veterinary) Services (812910), Pet Care (except Veterinary) Services (81291)

akta.pro primary industry

Full-Day Dog Daycare (HSANAFAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Half-Day & Hourly Dog Daycare (HSANAFAB), Overnight Kennel Boarding (Dogs) (HSANADAA), Long-Term/Extended-Stay Boarding (HSANADAJ)

Keywords

• Dog daycare services
• Pet boarding services
• Overnight pet care
• Cat boarding facility
• Exotic pet boarding

Headquarters

HQ city

Johnston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Dog Daycare Services: Provides dog daycare with half-day ($22) and full-day ($32) options, plus discounted multi-dog rates ($59 for 2+ dogs). Includes group play, potty breaks, and supervised activities in one indoor and five outdoor areas. Punch cards available for additional savings.
2. Pet Boarding Services: Overnight pet boarding for dogs ($50/night regular, $40/night additional dog), cats ($30/night with 2-night minimum), and exotic animals (space-based availability). Peak season adds $5-$10 daily premium. Extended stay discounts: 10% off 12+ nights, 20% off 24+ nights, 30% off 36+ nights.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Dog Days & Cat Naps provides in-facility dog daycare (half-day and full-day supervised group play) and overnight pet boarding for dogs, cats (2-night minimum), and limited exotic pets (rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, lizards, hamsters) at its Johnston, Iowa facility. Services include Kuranda beds, blankets, stainless steel bowls, and USA-made treats, with daycare included in dog boarding stays; multi-visit punch-cards and extended-stay discounts are available.

Product overview

Dog Days & Cat Naps offers a unified pet care service portfolio centered around dog and cat boarding and dog daycare. The core offerings include Doggie Day Care (half-day and full-day options with group play supervision), Pet Boarding for dogs (with daycare included), Cat Boarding (two-night minimum), and Exotic Pet Boarding for small animals. Services are supported by a Gingr-powered online client portal and mobile app. The company also offers punch-card discounts for frequent daycare users and extended-stay discounts (10-30%) for longer boarding reservations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Doggie Day Care Supervised group play daycare for dogs in a facility with one indoor and five large outdoor areas; available half-day ($22) or full-day ($32) with multi-dog ($59 for 2+ dogs) and punch-card discount options. For local pet owners seeking socialization and supervised daytime care for their dogs.
• Pet Boarding (Dogs) Overnight dog boarding with daycare included during the stay, Kuranda beds, blankets, stainless steel bowls, and USA-made treats provided. $50/night single dog, $40/night additional dog, with peak season/holiday surcharges and extended-stay discounts. For dog owners needing overnight care during travel.
• Cat Boarding Overnight boarding for cats with a 2-night minimum; includes Kuranda beds, blankets, stainless steel bowls, and treats. $30/night single cat, $25/night additional cat. No cat daycare offered. For cat owners needing overnight care during travel.
• Exotic Pet Boarding Overnight boarding for exotic pets including rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, lizards, hamsters, and other small handheld animals. Accommodations are limited and made based on availability; pricing may vary. For owners of exotic pets needing overnight care during travel.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature1 record

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• GingrcoreTechnology or IntegrationGingr provides the Pet Parent Online Portal and Mobile App platform used by Dog Days & Cat Naps since 2023. This cloud-based software enables pet owners to make service requests, update account and personal information, submit vet records, and check availability. Facility Code: 388559.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/dog-days-&-cat-naps

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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