At IBPSA, we are pleased to introduce the finalists for this year’s Pet Care Business Excellence Awards, affectionately known as the “IBBYs.” Each year, the IBBYs celebrate and honor businesses that exemplify excellence and professionalism in the pet care services industry. The winners will be announced at an awards ceremony, taking place at the annual FLOW Business Conference in Tucson, Ariz., September 24-26, 2024. As we prepare for the conference, take a moment to get to know the incredible businesses that have ranked as IBBY Award finalists!
Facility Small Business Award Finalists
Sponsored by LiveOak Bank, the finalists in this category are:
- Paw & Order, a dog boarding and training facility located in Keswick Ridge, New Brunswick. In addition to being an IBPSA Member, Paw & Order is certified by the Professional Animal Care Certification Council (PACCC)!
- Furry Friends Pet Resort, a facility in Hampton, Ontario that provides boarding, daycare, and grooming, among other services.
- You Dirty Dog, a pet resort and spa in Hopkinsville, Kentucky. They are the only pet care facility in Hopkinsville that holds a PACCC certification, and one of only two in the entire state!
Facility Medium Business Award Finalists
Sponsored by First Financial Bank, this category includes the following finalists:
- Bed & Bark Pet Resort in Waxhaw, North Carolina, a facility that provides boarding services for dogs, cats, and small animals.
- K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel, a PACCC-certified, award-winning boarding facility in Hamilton, New Jersey.
- Top Dog Country Club, a “vacation club” for dogs in New Germany, Minnesota.
Facility Large Business Award Finalists
Sponsored by TerWisscha (TWC), a Minnesota-based company that provides custom design and construction services for the veterinary and dental industries, this category includes:
- The Pet Station Country Club, a boarding, training, and grooming facility with two locations in Louisville, Kentucky.
- Golden Paws Pet Resort & Spa, a leading provider of dog and cat lodging, daycare, grooming, and training services in Robbinsville, New Jersey.
- K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel, an award-winning, luxury dog boarding and daycare facility in Fanwood, New Jersey.
Independent Provider Award Finalists
The three finalists in this category are:
- Jill’s Next Door Dog Walking & Pet Services, a multi-award-winning, Fear Free-certified pet care company based in Highland Beach, Florida.
- 4-Legged Kids, a PACCC- and Fear Free-certified dog walking and pet sitting service provider in Ellisville, Missouri.
- K9 Paws Behavior Dog Training, an organization of certified, experienced dog trainers in Golden Valley, Arizona.
Industry Leader Award Finalists
Also sponsored by First Financial Bank, this category includes:
- Jennifer van Garderen, Chief Operating Officer of Kennelwood Pet Resorts, which has locations in the St. Louis, Missouri area.
- Amy Hillis, co-founder of Social Pet Hotel & Daycare, with locations in the Charlotte, North Carolina area.
- JM Pet Resort & Veterinary Clinic in Brockton, Massachusetts.
Industry Partner Award Finalists
We would also like to congratulate our three industry partner finalists:
- Paragon School of Pet Grooming, which offers a comprehensive and innovative approach to pet grooming education.
- First Financial Bank, a banking and lending leader that specializes in veterinary, pet care, and SBA loans, among others.
- Kuranda Dog & Cat Beds, a small Maryland-based manufacturing company that creates pet beds with an elevated design.
We look forward to congratulating all of our finalists and announcing a winner for each category at the 2024 FLOW Business Conference! For more information, visit https://theibbys.com.
