Paws Mahal

Paws Mahal is a family-owned dog boarding and daycare facility at 7801 HWY 107 in Sherwood, AR, and it accepts small, medium, and large dogs. The business has served Central Arkansas since 2018. It operates as a training facility first, so the day follows a set routine instead of open free-for-all play.

What a day there looks like

Dogs rotate between play time and quiet time in a cozy private kennel, which staff use to let dogs decompress and avoid overstimulation. Play groups are hand-picked by size, temperament, and play style, and canine trainers oversee social time. Dogs who don't do well with other dogs get solo play with toys for mental and physical work instead. Leash manners and patience work are built into every visit.

Overnight boarding

Boarding guests are housed in private kennels and folded into the same daily routine, with group or solo play. Toys, beds, and bowls are supplied, though owners are welcome to send items from home. Rates are $35 per night for dogs 25 lbs and under and $45 per night for dogs 26 lbs and over. Medication administration is available for an added daily fee.

Services at a glance

• Structured daycare with rotating play and quiet time
• Overnight boarding in private kennels
• Dog training, including board-and-train stays
• Grooming add-ons such as baths, nail trims, and ear cleaning
• Shaded areas and kiddie pools during warm weather months

Practical details

Hours run 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday. Sunday is pickup only, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Booking is handled online, and every dog must be registered in their system with current Bordetella, DHPP, and rabies vaccinations. The staff includes dog trainers, veterinary technicians, and professional handlers with more than 50 years of combined experience.