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Dog Parks, Trainers & Boarding in Hickory, NC

8 locations in and around Hickory, North Carolina — call ahead about vaccination requirements, availability and rates — boarding and daycare fill up around holidays.

Hickory has about 45,081 residents, which works out to 18 dog parks, trainers & boarding per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.

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Dog Parks, Trainers & Boarding in Hickory

The most complete and owner-verified listings first — hours, phone, website, services. No pay-to-play.

  1. Kanupp Kennels

    8574 NC-127, Hickory, NC 28601

  2. Rescue Tails Animal Sanctuary

    4461 16th St Pl NE, Hickory, NC 28601

  3. Canine Carolina

    85 Lynwood Rd, Hickory, NC 28601-8299

  4. Catawba Valley Obedience Club

    920 29th Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601-1183

  5. Canine Comfort

    1206 Fairgrove Church Rd SE, Hickory, NC 28602

  6. Truax Kennel Services

    6586 Mountain Grove Rd, Hickory, NC 28602-9218

  7. Fairbrook Optimist Dog Park

    1560 4th Ave SE, Hickory, NC 28602-4205

  8. Waterford Dog Park

    4014 N Center St, Hickory, NC 28601-6919

Before you go

8locations
18per 100,000 residents
6with a phone
4with a website

Of the 8 dog parks, trainers & boarding listed in Hickory, 6 give a phone number and 4 have a website. The nearest bigger selection is Charlotte with 106.

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Good to know about dog parks, trainers & boarding in Hickory

How many dog parks, trainers & boarding are there in Hickory?

We list 8 dog parks, trainers & boarding in Hickory with addresses, and 6 of them with a phone number.

What's the surest way to check hours in Hickory?

Call ahead — 6 of the 8 dog parks, trainers & boarding here list a number. Hours at independent dog parks, trainers & boarding shift with seasons and staffing, so a phone call beats any listing, including ours.

How to teach a dog to play fetch?

Start by encouraging your dog to chase a favorite toy in a hallway, rewarding them when they return with it, and gradually increasing distance. For open practice spaces, check out the 8 dog parks in Hickory, North Carolina, where 6 listings offer direct contact details for park management. If your dog struggles with recall or drops toys early, working with a local professional trainer can help overcome training hurdles.

Why is my dog coughing?

A dog's cough can stem from kennel cough, allergies, air irritants, or underlying respiratory conditions. If your dog exhibits a dry, hacking sound, isolate them from public areas like the 8 dog parks in Hickory, North Carolina and consult a veterinarian. You can contact 6 local pet service providers in Hickory directly for guidance on safe local activity spaces.