Branson Pet Resort

07/21/2025

There's nothing better than spending a day at the water with your dog, but be cautious of areas with stagnant or slow-moving water- including shorelines and cove areas. Especially if you see green or blue scum or "pea soup" water, play it safe and don't let your pet swim in it. An easy way to ensure your dog doesn't ingest these dangerous cyanobacteria is to bring them their own drinking water and rinse them off after a swim! 🌊🌞

For PET OWNERS that take their dogs to lakes and creeks, please read this warning from Morgan & Patrick Fleming.

This morning we thought, it’s so hot! Let’s go to the lake! We took our sweet Arya to the lake and had the best day playing ball and swimming around! About 30 minutes later on the drive home, we noticed her makng weird noises and she threw up and pooped in the car. We called our vet on the drive and they suggested we take her in. By this point our girl couldn’t even stand. They told us she was in critical condition so we took her to the ER. By the time we got there, she was brain dead. Today was absolutly awful. We lost our fun, loving, and crazy girl to what we can only assume was a lake toxin such as blue green algae. Arya, no dog will ever replace you in our hearts. We already miss you more than you could know. I hope you’re running around like a wild girl with all the other boarder collies in doggo heaven ♥️

07/09/2025

Important Health Update: Confirmed Case of Canine Cough

We have had three cases of canine cough reported from dogs who stayed at our facility, with two of those cases being dogs in the same family.

Even in the cleanest and most cautious facilities, canine cough can happen- just like a child catching a cold at school or daycare. Vaccines help reduce the risk and severity, but they unfortunately don't guarantee complete protection due to the number of different strains.

We’re staying vigilant and proactive and will continue to update as needed.

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What is Canine Cough?-

Canine cough is a highly contagious respiratory illness, very similar to a human cold. It’s spread through airborne droplets, direct dog-to-dog contact, or shared surfaces. It’s especially common anywhere dogs gather, like boarding facilities, daycares, dog parks, even vet offices.

Symptoms to watch for:

A dry, hacking or “honking” cough

Sneezing

Nasal discharge

Mild lethargy or loss of appetite

Most cases are mild and resolve on their own within 1–2 weeks. Puppies, seniors, and dogs with weakened immune systems may need veterinary care.

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Our Response & Cleaning Protocols-

We take health and sanitation seriously every day, but in response to this, we have:

-Temporarily canceled all group play to limit dog-to-dog interaction

-Stepped up our already stringent cleaning using Wysiwash, a veterinary-grade disinfectant effective against a wide range of viruses and bacteria

-Deep-cleaned all kennels, play yards, bowls, toys, and surfaces

-Increased airflow and adjusted indoor conditions to reduce airborne spread

We are closely monitoring all dogs for signs of illness, and will immediately isolate and notify owners if symptoms appear.

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What You Can Do-

If your dog recently stayed with us or came in contact with others who did:

Monitor your dog for coughing, sneezing, or other symptoms over the next 7–10 days

If your dog becomes sick, please contact your vet and let us know

!!Keep any symptomatic dogs home and avoid dog parks, grooming appointments, and playgroups until your vet advises it’s safe to resume normal activity.!!

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A Quick Reminder-

We know how stressful it can be to hear your pet might be at risk, and we want to reassure you: this is not a reflection of poor hygiene or negligence.
Canine cough is an unfortunate but normal part of communal dog environments, even when strict cleaning protocols are in place.

We remain committed to maintaining a safe and healthy space for all our guests. We appreciate your understanding and your trust as we navigate this situation.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns. We’re here for you and your pets.

06/13/2025

All this rain has us daydreaming of sunny days in the pool 🌞🌴

06/01/2025

We’re all about a girl gang 💕

Say hello to Ivy (shepherd) and Maple (golden)! These sweet girls are new to the Branson Pet Resort pack, and both were a little shy and unsure when they first arrived.

To help them settle in, we introduced them to Nikki (rottie). She's our resident social butterfly 🦋 and playtime pro, who just so happens to be right around their age.

It didn’t take long before we saw Ivy and Maple blossom! Once the zoomies kicked in, these three were off, racing around the yard like they’d been besties forever.

There’s nothing we love more than watching nervous pups open up, find their confidence, and just be dogs. 💖

05/30/2025

Our hearts are full today as we celebrate the 4th Birthday of one of the most legendary pups to ever strut through our doors- Hank! 💛 He's small in size but big in personality, and for years he's been brightening our days with his nonstop tail wags and sweet kisses. Whether he's zooming around the play yard with his friends or getting cuddles from our staff, he reminds us why we love what we do.
We love you Hank! Happy Birthday little guy!
❤️🥳

05/28/2025

At Branson Pet Resort, friends come in all shapes and sizes! Hera may be big but she's a big old softie. Welcome to the pack, Hera! 🐾

05/26/2025

❤️🤍💙 Today we give thanks to the brave men and women who gave everything for our freedom, and we send extra love to the families who carry their legacy.

Wishing everyone (two-legged and four-legged alike) a safe and peaceful Memorial Day.

05/20/2025

We have just received an urgent message from Dr. Indiana Bones, legendary explorer and leader of the Barkaeologists. Dr. Bones and
his team have made a groundbreaking discovery—and we need your dog's help!

The portal to Dino Valley is now open... and your dog has a chance to join the greatest adventure of the year!

For the month of JUNE ONLY, our elite team of Barkaeologists will be:
🦴Digging for ancient fossils in the Dino Dog Site
🦴Unlocking the hidden Dino DNA within modern dogs
🦴Discovering your dogs unique Dino DNA
But spots are vanishing like the dinosaurs—act now before it's too late!
Secure Your Spot in Dino Valley Today!
This is your pups prehistoric destiny—don't let them miss their shot at becoming a legendary Paleo-Pup!
Call Branson Pet Resort to enroll!

05/18/2025

Indiana Bones is calling..!

We’ve received a mysterious message… The Super Sniffer Society is looking for elite dogs to help uncover an ancient mystery buried beneath Branson Pet Resort. Could your pup have what it takes to be a Barkaeologist? 🦖
Drop a 🦴 in the comments if your dog has an excellent nose for adventure!

05/15/2025

🕵️‍♂️ TOP SECRET 🐾
Classified info has leaked from inside Branson Pet Resort…
Something BIG (and tail-waggingly fun) is coming soon.
We can’t say much, but let’s just say: You’re going to want your pup on this mission. 🐶

Keep your eyes peeled, all will be revealed soon. 👀🕵️‍♀️

04/12/2025

Whoops! National Pet Day was April 11th but better late than never, right? Here's to the goobers that keep our life interesting and full of love. Happy National Pet Day! 🐾😻🐶

Show your furry family member some love in the comments!🧡💛

04/05/2025

🐩🐾Hello! My name is Trista Ferrell and I am a certified dog groomer! I’ve been grooming for 12 years!

I have seen a lot of people lately interested in dog grooming! Or wanting to know more about it or where to go and what to do to get started in becoming a dog groomer… so that got me thinking!

Would anyone be interested if I hosted a seminar here in Branson? It would dive into the knowledge of Bathing and blow drying a dog! A crucial first step in the grooming process that everyone should know!

I am unsure of cost at this moment but mostly just reaching out to see if this would interest anyone before putting together more details!🐾🐩