Happy Hound Hotel

phone (320) 358-4466
toll-free (877) 358-4466
email info@happyhound.biz


The Happy Hound Hotel is a family owned and operated pet boarding kennel situated on a twenty acre farm in Rock Creek, Minnesota. We are conveniently located just off of Interstate 35 fifty miles north of the Twin Cities and fifteen miles south of Hinckley.

Owners Glen and Christine Heintz live onsite. As pet owners and lovers ourselves, we know how hard it is to be separated from your beloved pet. Our goal is to provide exceptional care for your pet and make their stay with us enjoyable. Rest assured that your pet will be comfortable, safe and out to play while you’re away.

The Happy Hound Hotel Fact Sheet

  • Our building was constructed in 1999 and is 2,244 square feet.
  • We let the dogs out to exercise and play four or five times daily, rain or shine.
  • We are completely leashless (unless you have requested a daily walk).
  • The indoor kennels are private and are 25 and 35 square feet.
  • The building is heated by radiant in floor heat and cooled by central air conditioning.
  • There is an air exchanger and humidity control system.
  • Drinking water is filtered with an iron-out filtration system.
  • The building is security and heat monitored.
  • There are five 12 x 50 foot shaded outdoor exercise areas, with foliage.
  • There is one 30 x 60 foot play area.
  • Our outdoor areas are completely enclosed with 6 foot chain link dig-proof fencing.
  • Soothing music is played throughout the day and overnight.
  • We do not charge extra for administering medications, catering to special diets or for playtime.
  • We have groomed walking paths for daily walks, if requested and for a small charge.
  • We have 24 hour on call veterinarians.
  • We have large and small dog play groups.