The Pawms Pet Resort - Tuscaloosa

The Pawms Pet Resort in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, is a full-service dog boarding, daycare, grooming, and bathing facility with a large outdoor daycare yard. Guest reviews at 4.9 stars across 336 ratings describe the facility as clean, well-run, and staffed by people who genuinely care — multiple reviewers mention dogs who "run to the door" at arrival, and one owner of a dog with special behavioral needs praised the individualized attention. Staff model. The facility has dedicated groomers (Claire and Yennifer) and maintains a staff page on its website. Boarding dogs who do not participate in daycare receive three walks per day. The facility is part of a multi-location chain with a Madison location opening in August 2026. Medication administration is available ($2 per administration for up to two medications, $4 for three or more), though insulin administration was discontinued as of April 2026. Daily routine. Daycare runs 7:00 am to 6:00 pm with dogs grouped by size and temperament for safe, open play. Lodging is in 4-by-8-foot Deluxe Lodges ($44/night) with orthopedic beds and daily housekeeping, or Luxury Suites ($54/night) with glass doors, a window view, and televisions. Multi-dog households receive a $5 discount per additional dog lodging together. A feline condo is available at $31/night. Add-on amenities include one-on-one play with video ($15), cuddle time with photos ($9), peanut butter Kongs ($7), and enrichment treat puzzles ($7). House food is available at $5 per day. Intake. All dogs must have current rabies, distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations. For daycare participation, dogs over eight months must be spayed or neutered — though this does not apply to lodging or grooming. A 50% deposit is required for lodging reservations, refundable if canceled at least three days before the start date. First day of daycare is free for new dogs. Who it suits and doesn't. A strong fit for owners seeking a full-service resort — daycare, boarding, bathing, and grooming under one roof — with a facility large enough to offer tiered lodging options. The daycare spay/neuter requirement at eight months means intact adolescents cannot join group play but can still board and use grooming services.