For many Bellevue residents, back-to-school also means back to a routine. Saying goodbye to the carefree, unscheduled days of summer and returning to the balancing act of school pickups, work, after-school activities, homework, dinner, and everything in between can be overwhelming. Amid the chaos, one thing you don’t have to worry about is your dog because GoDog West Nashville has you covered.
GoDog West Nashville provides peace of mind and makes sure your pup is not only taken care of but is having the time of their life. A family franchise started by father-son team Jess and Ben Eberdt, GoDog is a labor of love where all the dogs are treated like family.
Located on Highway 70 less than a mile east of OHB , GoDog offers everything from daytime doggie daycare and grooming, to extended stay boarding. Campus Director Angie Frye and her team greet every pet parent and dog at the door during drop offs at their 14,000 square foot facility.
“Everybody has just welcomed us and are very appreciative of what we are able to do with their dogs and make sure that they have a good time,” says Frye. “They’re very comfortable knowing that their dog is well loved and taken care of while they’re gone, whether it be for a day or a week or two weeks or whatever. They have their trust in us…that just means the world to me.”
Catering to busy dog owners, GoDog’s operating hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, allowing for early morning admissions and late pick-ups after a busy day.
“They are able to drop the dog off and then get all the kids to where they need to be,” Frye says. “Then a lot of times they leave the dog there until after the after-school events. And because we’re open later, they are able to take care of all the running they need to while their dog is safe and having fun with his friends.”
The facility has three different indoor/outdoor play areas so that dogs can be grouped together by size. However, playtime at GoDog is more than just outside time: During the warm months, dogs have the opportunity to splash around in kiddie play pools and even a large inground saltwater pool.
For those pet parents who are missing their pups throughout the day and wanting to check in and see what they’re up to, they can watch the live camera feed on an app. Frye compares overnight stays—which can include stays for up to a month—to sending a child off to a college dorm room. “They can bring their favorite bed, their blankets, whatever makes it feel like theirs while they’re staying with us,” she says. “And then we offer things at nighttime, [such as] a favorite treat…or extra cuddle time…we’ll just sit with them and make sure they’re comfortable, just like they were at home.”
Whether you need day care or extended boarding for that fall break that will be here before you know it, GoDog is here to take care of all your canine’s needs.
When asked why she loves her job, it’s a no-brainer for Frye. “Oh, who wouldn’t love working with dogs?” she asks. “I’m an animal-lover, a big advocate for the pets. They all become our dogs. We love them like they’re our own. Every day coming to work and getting to see the babies and see how happy they are, it’s very rewarding.”
"I’m an animal-lover, a big advocate for the pets. They all become our dogs. We love them like they’re our own."