Ohana Pet Resort
25 N Grove St, Merritt Island, FL 32953
Overview
Ohana Pet Resort is a family-owned pet boarding and daycare facility in Merritt Island, FL, offering dog boarding ($40-$80/night based on weight) and daycare ($25-$85/day for up to 4 dogs). The facility accommodates various pets including dogs, cats, and birds, with vaccine requirements including rabies, distemper, and Bordetella. Additional services include grooming (bath and nail trims), and they support local rescue Riley's Rescue of Brevard.
Amenities & Policies
Max capacity: 80 dogs
Required vaccinations: Rabies, Distemper, Bordetella
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What Reviews Say
166 reviews analyzedOhana Pet Resort receives overwhelmingly positive reviews (approximately 80% are 5-star), with customers praising the caring staff, happy dogs, and good value. However, there are serious safety concerns including multiple reports of dog injuries, a facility injury requiring eye removal, and reports of overcrowding. The facility has faced criticism for pitbull discrimination policies and some communication issues. While many customers are loyal repeat visitors who appreciate the family-run atmosphere and quality grooming, prospective clients should visit in person and carefully consider the mixed safety record before boarding their pets.
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Dog eye injury requiring emergency surgery and eye removal
βMy 1 & 1/2 year old dog suffered an traumatic eye injury while at Ohana Pet Resort that ended in emergency, and removal of eye.β
Severe dog injury with significant blood, owner defensive about vet care
βMy dog was badly injured and when I showed up, they weren't trying to get ahold of me, but instead immediately told me something had happened but that it wasn't an aggressive act or anyone's fault. The vet said it was one of the worst she'd seen.β
Overcrowded facility with inadequate staffing
βI counted 15 dogs in a 10x10 yard pen. Another 20+ dogs in an outside area about 20x200. More dogs 'out back' and 1 staff member in the largest yard.β
Dog injured due to being caged despite explicit warning not to cage
βWe dropped her off I again warned the employees that our can not be put in a cage she will hurt herself, they laughed and said we don't cage we have suites. The nextday 8am island called you need to come down we can't get your dog out of her cage.β
Dog needed emergency surgery after boarding, owner refused responsibility
βWhen she was 4 months old her intestine turning on her due to eating foreign substances... I picked her up on the 20th she was very lethargic... she had to go through another surgery for here intestines twisting on themselves... $1300.00 later I asked if they would help with the bill! These people take no responsibility for their actions!β
Multiple reports of dogs fighting and getting injured
βthey have had several dog fights several dogs coming down with kennel cough she claims they have alot staff employees maybe they do but they even get bite and injured.β
Staff on phones, not watching dogs, inadequate care
βyou will end up in the same problem I was in with a sick dog and nobody to take responsibility for it except you. Unless you want to let your dog be subjected to minimum wage people watching them and not caring about the dog playing on their cell phones and not paying attentionβ
Pitbull discrimination policy(2 mentions)
βsorry we don't accept pitbulls. She did no assessment, but instead discriminated against my dog based on how his face looked.β
Poor communication/phone responsiveness(3 mentions)
βLeft two messages 2 weeks ago, still no call back!β
Facility cleanliness issues (urine smell, dirty water)(3 mentions)
βWhen you walk by the yard it reeks of strong pee!β
Rude staff behavior(3 mentions)
βThese people are pompous jerks.β
Overcrowding concerns(2 mentions)
βPlease go there personally to view before leaving your pet. Overcrowded, understaffed conditions.β
Top Rated
4.5 stars from 171+ reviews
This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.5-star rating across 171 reviews.
At a Glance
Max capacity
80 dogs
Pricing
Boarding
$40β$80/night
Daycare
$25β$85/day
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