Full-service pet boarding, grooming, and doggie daycare. Because your pet is family — and family deserves the best care when you can't be there.
Book a Stay Explore ServicesSafe, climate-controlled overnight boarding for dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets, and companion pets. Your fur baby gets one-on-one attention, playtime, and a clean, comfortable kennel.
Dogs · Cats · Small AnimalsFull-service grooming packages for pups of all breeds and sizes — bath, blow-dry, trim, nail grinding, ear cleaning, and cologne finish. Your dog will leave looking (and smelling) amazing.
All Breeds & SizesSupervised play and socialization for your dog while you're at work. Structured activities, rest periods, and plenty of love from our staff. Drop-off and pick-up made easy.
Socialization & PlayDedicated cat suites away from the dog areas. Cozy, quiet, and clean — your cat stays comfortable and stress-free while you travel.
Cat-Only SuitesWe welcome rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, companion pets, and mini pigs. We're one of the few Midlands facilities that boards truly exotic small pets.
Rabbits · Ferrets · MoreTeeth brushing, pawdicure, blueberry facial, deshedding treatment, flea & tick shampoo, and bandana finish. Spoil your pup a little.
Premium ExtrasSutton's Southern Pet Retreat was built by animal lovers for animal lovers. We've been caring for Midlands families' pets for over 15 years from our three convenient locations in Lexington, Irmo, and West Columbia.
We understand that leaving your pet is stressful — that's why we treat every animal like our own. Our staff is trained in pet first aid, calm handling, and individual temperament recognition.
"My dog comes home from Sutton's MORE excited than when he left — that says everything. The staff genuinely love animals and he's well taken care of every time. I won't board him anywhere else."
"We have a rabbit and a ferret — finding a boarding facility that takes both was nearly impossible until Sutton's. They handled both beautifully and even sent us updates."
"Grooming was perfect — my Goldendoodle looked like a show dog. They got the cut exactly right without me having to explain it three times. Booking again next month."