2001 N 3rd Ave, Sioux Falls South Dakota 57104
I have been boarding my dogs at Hidden Paradise for several years now, and I truly believe it is an excellent place for dog boarding. In fact, my wife and I are about to leave our two spoiled dogs there again for a two-week vacation, and I can relax knowing they are safe, cared for, and happy.
Before finding Hidden Paradise, I always worried about leaving my dogs while traveling. They live on an acreage and are not heavily socialized, so boarding used to make me anxious. Over time, however, they have come to genuinely enjoy going there. Curt clearly understands dogs very well and gives them proper attention, structure, and care. One feature I especially appreciate is the video feed. Whenever I start missing them or feeling anxious, I can quickly check in and see that they are doing fine.
Another huge advantage is the 24-hour pickup system. Flight schedules and delays can be unpredictable, and it is extremely convenient knowing I can pick up my dogs whenever I return as long as I follow the simple instructions Curt provides.
Curt has a difficult job caring for people’s beloved pets while their owners are away, and I think he does an excellent job balancing safety, socialization, and individual dog needs. My dogs have been around other unfamiliar dogs there many times, and I have never had an issue. Curt seems very experienced at understanding which dogs interact well together and managing them appropriately.
Here are the main reasons I continue to choose Hidden Paradise:
1) 24-hour video access and pickup flexibility — perfect for travel delays and peace of mind.
2) Clean, practical environment designed for dogs’ wellbeing. Curt has clearly built a kennel focused on what works best for dogs rather than just appearances for owners. It is clean, calm, well-lit, and thoughtfully designed.
3) Indoor/outdoor kennels and exercise areas that help my dogs stay active, reduce anxiety, and socialize while I am away.
4) Curt’s advice and experience. He has been very helpful in teaching me how to better prepare my dogs for boarding and travel. He explains what to bring, what not to bring, and how to make the stay easier on the dogs. His experience is valuable if you are willing to listen and learn.
I know there are a few negative reviews out there, but this is my honest experience after years of using Hidden Paradise: no one will ever care for your dogs exactly the way you do as an owner, but I truly believe Curt does his best to care for every dog safely and professionally. Dogs are living animals, and situations can happen anywhere, but I have always felt that Curt genuinely cares and works hard to provide a safe and positive environment.
For me, Hidden Paradise gives me peace of mind when I travel, and that is worth a lot.