Your dog's home
away from home.
Whines & Lickers Pet Resort is home-based dog daycare and boarding, run with the kind of attention you'd want for your own dog — because that's exactly the standard we hold.
A Home Away From Home for Your Dog!
Looking for a stress-free, kennel-free boarding and daycare experience? You just found the best spot in Cleveland! Our safe and welcoming home is perfect for dogs who didn't thrive in loud, overcrowded traditional facilities — here, your pup isn't just a guest, they're part of the family, and they're loved like our own.
🛋️ A real home, not a kennel
Our private, cozy boarding room is set up just like home, complete with comfy furniture and a warm, relaxing atmosphere — so your dog feels safe, happy, and right at home while you're away. (Couch naps? Strongly encouraged.)
🐶 Small group & one-on-one play
We specialize in small group and one-on-one play sessions, ensuring every dog gets the attention and space they need to thrive. With a lifetime of professional dog care behind us, your pup is in seriously good hands.
💛 Every dog deserves a chance
No matter their size, breed, or personality, we believe every dog deserves a chance — no breed discrimination, ever. Big, small, shy, or full of zoomies: all love, no judgment.
📍 Drop-offs are a breeze
Conveniently located just 2 minutes off I-90 in Cleveland, we make drop-offs and pick-ups quick and easy.
Come see why dogs (and their humans) absolutely love us! Follow us on Instagram & Facebook to check out our happy pups in action!
Hi, I'm Andrea.
I've worked with dogs since I was fifteen years old, building a career at several dog care facilities and eventually serving as manager and General Manager of some large, high-volume operations. That experience taught me exactly what quality care requires — and exactly what's missing from a lot of traditional kennels.
In May of 2021, I brought that experience home and opened Whines & Lickers Pet Resort. Every dog that stays with us gets real home comfort: a couch to nap on, a yard to run in, and the kind of individual attention that only comes from a small, dedicated operation. It's not a facility. It's a home, run with a professional's eye for safety and care.
This is truly a family affair — I have three dogs of my own who live here too: Layla, a six-year-old golden retriever; Lionel Messi, a three-year-old golden retriever; and Cheech, a three-year-old husky pit mix. All three are super friendly and love meeting new dogs, and they're great at reading and matching whatever personality or energy your dog brings through the door. They can't wait to meet your pup!
Daycare & Boarding, Done the Home Way
Overnight Boarding
While you're away, your dog becomes part of our family and part of the pack. They'll nap on the couch, play in the yard, and get all the same love and attention they get at home — it's a little vacation of their own while you're on yours. You can travel with total peace of mind knowing they're truly cared for, not just checked on.
Daytime Daycare
Drop your dog off for the day and they'll spend it playing with their friends and having fun — not home alone waiting for you. Perfect for work days, errands, or anytime you want your pup worn out and happy by pickup.
Weekend Daycare
Weekend plans don't have to mean a stressed-out dog home alone. Drop-off daycare is available on Saturdays and Sundays too.
Multi-Dog Families
Got more than one dog? Boarding stays include a discount per extra dog, so the whole crew can stay together without the whole crew costing full price.
Incline Treadmill Sessions
A structured workout for dogs who need to burn extra energy or build fitness. It's also perfect for when Cleveland's unpredictable weather keeps everyone inside — rain, snow, or heat won't stop exercise time. Choose a 15, 30, or 60 minute session.
Drop-off & Pick-up
Can't make the trip yourself? I'll pick up or drop off your dog for daycare or boarding for a fee, so getting here is one less thing on your plate.
Special Event Transportation
Your dog deserves to be part of your big day too. Whether it's walking down the aisle at your wedding or joining another special occasion, I'll handle safe, stress-free transportation there and back so you can just enjoy the moment.
Vet & Grooming Transport
Can't get your dog to their vet or groomer appointment yourself? I'll take care of the ride there and back.
Meet & Greet
New to Whines & Lickers? Start with a quick 10–15 minute meet and greet so your dog can get comfortable with me and the space. Want to go further? Add on a 4-hour trial day.
Photo Gallery
A peek at some of the happy guests who've stayed with us — lounging, playing, and living their best home-away-from-home life.











Simple, honest pricing
🌙 Overnight Boarding Per dog
☀️ Daycare Per dog
🏃 Incline Treadmill Per session
🚐 Transportation
🤝 New Clients
Partners & trusted recommendations
People and businesses I know, trust, and happily send my own clients to.
Sniff-n-Squeak Toys
A dog toy company I partner with and highly recommend for durable, dog-approved toys.
Ellen R. Shaker
Dog walking, dog sitting in your own home, and cat drop-in visits.
Kendra Ashley — The Grooming Loft by Sophie
In-facility grooming.
Tori Paletta — The Sudsy Traveler
Mobile grooming that comes right to you.
Upcoming Events
Tremont Farmers Market
Strongsville Rec Center
North Royalton Annual Pet Carnival
Pittsburgh Pet Expo
Christmas Connection
Lorain Community College
Strongsville Rec Center
Reviews
Real feedback from real clients.
"Leaving our dogs is never easy, especially because they had some separation anxiety, but Andrea made us feel comfortable from the very beginning. She made the entire process so easy and stress-free, which meant a lot to us. Throughout their stay, Andrea kept us updated with messages and photos, and those little check-ins made all the difference. When we picked them up, they were relaxed, happy, and clearly well taken care of. We are so grateful to have found someone we can trust with our dogs — Andrea treated them like they were her own. We would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a caring, dependable dog sitter and will definitely be using her again in the future!"
"Me and my pup absolutely love Whines and Lickers Pet Resort! He gets so excited when we get there and is exhausted from playing by the time he gets home! Andrea is amazing at communicating and I'm always relieved when my dog is in her care!"
"I recently adopted a dog and was very reluctant to leave him for 2 days, but Andrea is absolutely wonderful! She was caring, attentive and responsive to all my communications. He was so well cared-for and happy, and I would definitely leave him with Andrea again!"
"I can't recommend Whines and Lickers Pet Resort enough! They have been an absolute blessing in caring for my girls, including my tripod pup and my Addison's dog, both of whom require extra attention and care. From the moment I drop them off, I have complete peace of mind knowing they're in loving, capable hands. Whether it's managing medication, accommodating mobility needs, or just giving them the extra love they deserve, they handle everything with incredible patience and professionalism. It's clear that every pet here is treated like family, and I'm so grateful to have a place I can trust."
"Recently took my two special girls to be boarded based on a friend's recommendation. I have an Addison's girl and a Great Dane tri-pod and that can be a bit intimidating to sitters at times. They stayed Monday to Friday and were absolutely great! When they got home it was like they had been home the whole time — they weren't stressed or exhausted at all. She kept me up to speed on how they were doing and checked in before introducing them to other dogs. Truly would recommend her to all my friends, and I'll be scheduling time with her every time I take vacations going forward."
"We've boarded our dog several times with Andrea and it's like leaving him with family. She takes such good care of him and he has so much fun when he's there he barely wants to come home! Highly recommend using her for all your daycare/boarding needs!"
"My husband and I recently were out of town for a week and left Frankie (our dog) with Andrea for the first time. We typically board him at our vet's office when we travel, but when Andrea announced she was opening her own boarding facility, we thought we would give it a go. Throughout our time away, Andrea regularly posted videos and pictures which let us see how much fun our guy was having (he especially loved zooming around with Andrea's dog, Layla, in the yard). Not only is Andrea completely professional, but she also provides your pup with one-on-one love and attention. I would recommend Andrea's services to anyone and give her 5 stars!"
"Andrea is awesome!!!! My dogs absolutely loved their stay with her! She had every detail covered, and the drop-off & pick-up were so easy. She sent me updates every day, and I never had to worry about my babies while I was out of town. Her boarding room is perfect — my dogs had their own space to play, chill out, and sleep. I highly recommend!!!"
"I recently moved to the Cleveland area and met Andrea after getting my dog set up at Gone to the Dogs Daycare! She was very warm and welcoming with my small Pomeranian. Being new to the area, I didn't know anyone who could watch my dog during weekends out of town, and I didn't feel comfortable leaving my little one with limited-experience sitters from an app. When I found out Andrea did boarding in her home I was so happy, and she took great care of my baby! She did a great job introducing my little one to her personal dogs, and they all enjoyed playing together all weekend. Andrea was so understanding about me often asking for updates and even sent me adorable photos of my girl! I would recommend Andrea to everyone and will be using her again and again!!"
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