Happy Tails Pet Resort is an independent, family-owned and operated pet boarding, daycare and grooming facility on a two-acre site in Cedar Park serving Central Texas. Brenda Tatro is the owner and on-site operator. The controlled-climate facility includes 127 standard suites and 25 luxury suites for dogs (most with private outdoor covered patios), a large open-air interior courtyard for group play, large outdoor high-fenced area for nature walks, and an indoor play yard for Tiny Town. The cat room provides 23 condos and a spacious free-roam and play area.

Brenda brings more than 25 years of experience to Happy Tails Pet Resort as a small business owner, professional pet groomer, the co-founder and owner of Two Chicks Grooming for 10 years, a show dog handler, and a life-long pet owner. Brenda holds an associate degree in business management. After graduation and before following her dream to work with animals, Brenda was employed as a department manager for a grocery store chain. In addition to her love for dogs and cats, Brenda owned horses for many years. As a teenager she trained in hunter/jumper, competed in local shows and worked at a boarding stable to earn money for riding lessons.

Happy Tails Pet Resort is a member of the International Boarding and Pet Services Association (IBPSA) and adheres to IBPSA professional industry standards and code of conduct. Brenda is certified as an IBPSA Pet Care Specialist. She is a member of the Staffordshire Terrier Club of America and a member of the board of directors of the Texas Gulf Coast American Staffordshire Terrier Club. Brenda owns and trains six American Staffordshire Terriers that have reached champion and/or grand champion status, with several being nationally ranked. Brenda shows her dogs and those of several other owners in national competition.

Brenda is passionate about her commitment to provide a safe, comfortable environment and a fun home-away-from-home experience for your pets. Her goal is to maintain the highest professional standards of operation and consistent, caring services for clients.

Employees receive a thorough orientation training and Happy Tails Pet Resort provides ongoing training for all kennel techs to increase their knowledge and reinforce our standards of operation. Managers and lead employees hold a certification in First Aid and CPR for Pets.