Dogs playing at Half Moon Kennels, dog boarding for Iowa City, Iowa

Dog Boarding in Iowa City, Iowa

Trusted overnight care, minutes from Iowa City

Heading out of town for a Hawkeye away game, a conference, or a family trip? Half Moon Kennels has been Iowa City's go-to overnight boarding kennel since 2012. Instead of a cramped downtown facility, your dog gets a full country campus in nearby Tiffin — supervised play groups all morning, a quiet climate-controlled rest area for afternoon naps, and staff on site around the clock.

We board dogs from every Iowa City neighborhood — from the Northside and Manville Heights to Windsor Ridge and everything near the University of Iowa campus. Many of our boarding guests start as daycare regulars, so by the time you travel, your dog already knows the pack and the routine.

Why Iowa City Dog Owners Choose Half Moon Kennels

Over 3 acres of fenced outdoor play yards
7,000 sq. ft. of climate-controlled indoor rest areas
Artificial turf yard with agility ramps and tunnels
Curated play groups matched by size, age, and temperament
Locally owned and operated since 2012 — eight-time "Best of the Area" winner
5.0★ Google rating across nearly 900 reviews

Boarding & Daycare Rates

Service	Rate
Overnight boarding (1 dog, nights 1–6)	$40 / night
Overnight boarding (1 dog, nights 7+)	$36 / night
Full day daycare	$24 / day
Half day daycare	$14

10% discount for multiple dogs and for stays of 6+ nights. Peak rates apply on major holidays and summer weekends. See full rates & rules.

All dogs 6 months or older must be spayed or neutered and current on Distemper/Parvo, Rabies, and Bordetella (kennel cough) vaccines.

Getting Here from Iowa City

About 15 minutes from downtown Iowa City — take Highway 6 west through Coralville, or I-80 west to the Tiffin exit. We're at 3181 Half Moon Ave NW, Tiffin, IA 52340 — 4 miles west of Coral Ridge Mall, just off Highway 6. Get directions.

Common Questions from Iowa City Dog Owners

How much does it cost to board a dog for a week near Iowa City?

A 7-night stay for one dog at Half Moon Kennels is $268 — the first 6 nights at $40 and night 7 at the 10% extended-stay discount ($36/night from night 7 on). Peak rates apply on major holidays and summer weekends.

How far is Half Moon Kennels from downtown Iowa City?

About 15 minutes by car. We're at 3181 Half Moon Ave NW in Tiffin, 4 miles west of Coral Ridge Mall just off Highway 6, with easy access from I-80.

What vaccines does my dog need to board?

Distemper/Parvo, Rabies, and Bordetella (kennel cough), plus flea and tick prevention. Dogs 6 months or older must be spayed or neutered. Records can be uploaded to your Gingr account or emailed to sales@halfmoonkennels.com.