Lodging, grooming and the largest cage-free outdoor doggy daycare in the Hickory area — run by people who have loved your pets like their own since 2005.
Thanksgiving suites are full, but plans change and spots open up. Add your pup below and our front desk will reach out in the order requests come in.
Thanksgiving: waitlist onlyChristmas: a few suites left
Want Christmas instead? Book it online now before the last suites go.
Thank you. If a suite opens up for your dates, our front desk will reach out right away.
Dust off the holiday sweaters and get your pup's best bow tie ready. It's the perfect chance to get your Christmas card photo with Santa!
Sign up nowNo time slots needed. Santa will take photos with as many pups as we can from 5:00 to 7:30. Let us know you're coming so we can plan photos, treats and coffee for everyone!
Thank you for signing up. We can't wait to see you and your pups on Friday, December 11!
The leaves are turning in Hickory, and our crew went leaf-peeping with a few very patient models. This season we're thankful for every wagging tail, every happy reunion, and every family who trusts us with their best friend.
Lodging, daycare & grooming
Wed, Nov 25Lodging 8 AM – 4 PM
Thu, Nov 26Closed
Thu, Dec 24Lodging & daycare 7 AM – 1 PM
Fri, Dec 25Closed
Sat, Dec 26Lodging & daycare 9 AM – 4 PM
Fri, Jan 1Lodging 10 AM – 4 PM
Daycare & grooming closed
On closed days there are no drop-offs or pick-ups. Boarding guests are still cared for as always.
We look forward to seeing you and your furry friends! ❤
Join the Thanksgiving waitlist below, or grab one of the last Christmas suites now.
Every week our team picks a favorite from daycare, the salon and the lodge.
This sweet girl is VERY playful and might just be the cuddliest pup in our pack. She'll literally wrap you in a hug and give the best snuggles around. Playtime with Nova is pure joy! 🧡
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Miss Thelma was the sweetest gentle giant for her groom! Just look at that before and after. She went home soft, fluffy and cloud-white. 🤍 A big thank you to Brooke and Glenda for this beautiful spa makeover! ✂️
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This handsome guy may be a little shy at first, but once he warms up, his sweet personality shines! He loves a good hike, time out in daycare and every adventure that comes his way. And that smile is sure to brighten anyone's day! 🥰
Explore Lodging →Party hats, birthday songs and extra snuggles. See every pup we have celebrated this year.
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Archie · Nov 6
Pearly · Oct 29
Fred · Oct 21
Graham · Oct 20The largest outdoor, cage-free daycare in the Hickory area. Supervised groups matched by size and temperament, turf yards, bone-shaped pools, tunnels and shade — and a nap when they need one. Full day $34, half day $24, packages for regulars.
See daycareFrom a refreshing bath to a full breed-style groom, our stylists work with patience and care — Poodles, Doodles and double coats included. Puppies 16–30 weeks get a gentle first visit with our Puppy Package.
Spa menu & pricesTempered-glass suite doors, sound-proof ceilings and spa music 24/7. Every guest gets a cozy blanket and toys; Lotus suites add a TV and an optional in-suite webcam add-on. Quiet condos for cats, too.
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Paw Tales Lodge & Spa · Hickory, NC · Since 2005
Golden Retriever Day, Corgi Day, Halloween nails, trunk-or-treat and a few good causes — we love a reason to celebrate.
See the events calendarA whole yard of goldens. It's as good as it sounds.
Short legs, big personalities, pool privileges.
Sheets, sunglasses and the coolest crew in Hickory. Plus Halloween nails and trunk-or-treat.
We show up for Hickory — with the dogs, of course.
Treat a friend's pup to a spa day, a daycamp day or a stay. Gift certificates are available at our front desk.
Ask about gift certificatesJoin the Lodge Pack and get $5 off your next visit. Members also get a free birthday treat and bandana for their pet and members-only specials.
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Rated 4.4 on Google by more than 300 families. Here are a few, word for word.
“We were anxious to leave our 3 special needs doggos for the first time… This experience did not disappoint! We were kept current on the progress and encouraged to call and check in. I left and booked our summer vacation feeling confident and relaxed leaving them in the care of loving professionals!”
“Brooke is his groomer and has never had an issue with grooming him. Each time he looks amazing! He’s usually a little anxious each time but they work with him and make sure that Dunks is taken care of. Dunks loves Pawtales and so do I!”
“Today was Toby’s first visit to Paw Tales. The lady who checked us in had a great personality. Brooke did an outstanding job grooming Toby. She was patient and kind with me. I could tell she loves her job. We will be back for sure.”
“Started taking our dog to Pawtales about 5 months ago to get some energy out during daycare… staff are always friendly. She’s always excited when we pull in the parking lot. Dog is usually tired at the end of the day and a lot of the next day.”
“My cat Mystra gets the sweetest service with a meow… It gives you peace of mind that someone is there for her and her meals. My cat is very shy. They are very patient with her.”
Live camsDaycare cameras are live 10 AM–4 PM, and Lotus suites offer an in-suite webcam add-on — so the parent who asks "where's my dog?" can see for themselves.
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Book, peek at the daycare cams and check our hours with one tap from your phone's home screen. Free, nothing to download from an app store.
We post the pack every day. Come say hi — and read what Hickory families say about us on Google.
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New clients get 10% off their first visit. Reservations, daycare assessments and spa appointments are all made online in a couple of taps.
Members get $5 off their next visit (one per client), a free birthday treat & bandana during their pet's birthday month, and members-only specials. You'll also be first to hear about holiday openings and events. No spam, ever.
