How to Choose the Best Dog Boarding Facility in Goldsby, Washington & Norman, OK

Why Picking the Right Place Matters

When you leave town—whether it’s for work, family time, or some good ol’ holiday fun—you want your dog to be more relaxed than you are. Around Goldsby, Washington and Norman, not every “dog boarding” place is built the same. Some are just kennels: functional but cold. Others feel more like home. We believe your dog deserves the latter—and that means picking a facility that treats them like family.

Here’s a friendly, step-by-step guide to help you choose with confidence—and see why Backroads Boarding stands apart.

What to Look For

1. Location & Comfort

Pick somewhere nearby so you can swing by easily, and so your dog stays in a familiar NCOK-friendly setting. A country-style facility, with space to run and fresh air, is often a comfort boost. Backroads Boarding is located just minutes from Norman, in Goldsby/Washington area — perfect for that rural feel with city access.

2. Cleanliness & Safety

Does the facility look and smell clean? Are the kennels climate-controlled? Is the bedding fresh, the runs safe, and the layout thoughtfully built?

At Backroads Boarding, every kennel was custom-built by the family, with welded steel, clean surfaces, and a real devotion to safety.

3. Exercise, Enrichment & Socialization

Dogs are more than “overnight guests”—they need activity, social time, fresh air. Guides say you should ask about playtime, outdoor access, and how the facility handles group versus solo stays. 

Here, we offer inside/outside runs, land to run on, a dedicated Anxiety Room for sensitive dogs, and staff who live on the property to monitor play and rest.

4. Staff Experience & Facility Build

The people matter. Are they comfortable with dogs? Do they know dog behavior? Are they training-savvy? According to industry sources, you should check staff credentials and staff-to-dog ratio.

At Backroads Boarding, Jim & Kimila Bates’ family and staff have decades working with animals, livestock, grooming—so your dog is in experienced hands.

5. Transparent Policies & Clear Pricing

You deserve no surprises. Ask about vaccination requirements, medication handling, early/late drop off or pickup, holiday surcharges, and how they handle special needs.

Everything’s clear here—pricing, add-ons, how we handle anxious dogs, etc.

Why Families in Goldsby, Washington & Norman Trust Backroads Boarding for Their Dogs

• Family-built and family-run: not a corporate chain

• Custom-welded kennels, climate control, fresh country air

• Owners live on site — added comfort for you

• Dedicated Anxiety Room for dogs who need extra calm

• Boarding, daycare, grooming, all under one roof

• Serving Goldsby • Washington • Norman • Purcell • Lexington and nearby areas

• Easy booking via our custom app, upload vaccine records, manage dogs

• Clear rates, no hidden surprises

Ready to Book Your Dog’s Stay?

If you’re ready to give your pet the best care while you’re away, here are your next steps:

Book their stay now → Book Boarding

Schedule a tour → Call us at 405-809-1313

Download the app → Download Our App

We’d love to meet your dog and show you around the facility we built with our own hands — where your dog’s comfort, safety, and fun come first.