Specialties
Paws-N-Pines is an immersive dog retreat where enrichment is the entire experience. Built on five pillars -- Social, Sensory, Physical, Cognitive, and Calm -- every stay is tailored to your dog's personality. We are a smaller facility by design. Fewer dogs means more attention, calmer energy, and truly individualized care. From calming aromatherapy to grounding textures and curated soundscapes, every detail lowers stress for dogs and their people. Through our Pawsitive Pathways trail system, dogs explore adventure routes that stimulate their senses and let them do what they're born to do. Leave the guilt behind. Pick up a dog who's tired, fulfilled, and already looking forward to coming back.
History
Established in 2026.
Paws-N-Pines may be new to East End Little Rock, but our story has been more than five years in the making. I had a vision to create a different kind of dog daycare and boarding experience—one built around enrichment, structure, personalized care, good manners, and truly understanding each dog as an individual.
Rather than rushing the process, I spent years developing the concept, gaining hands-on experience, continuing my education, and waiting for the right location to bring that vision to life.
With approximately six years of dog training experience and continued education in canine enrichment, behavior, handling, manners, and safety, Paws-N-Pines officially opened in June 2026.
We may be a newer business, but we're not new to dogs. Paws-N-Pines is the result of years of planning, learning, and a dream of creating something better for dogs and their families.
Five years in the making. Six years of experience. One dream finally brought to life. Welcome to Paws-N-Pines!
Meet the Business Owner: KRISTIE K.
A Hello From Me — The Heart Behind Paws-N-Pines
Hi, I’m Kristie, and welcome to Paws-N-Pines! My passion for dogs goes far beyond simply loving them. I love getting to know each dog as an individual—what makes them happy, builds their confidence, and helps them feel safe, understood, and fulfilled.
I created Paws-N-Pines to offer something different from traditional daycare and boarding. Dogs deserve more than a playgroup or kennel. They deserve purposeful enrichment, outdoor adventures, appropriate socialization, rest, good-manner reinforcement, and personalized attention. Every dog’s experience is tailored to their personality, needs, energy level, and comfort.
I’m Pet CPR & First Aid Certified, an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, a Certified Canine Enrichment Expert, and DHA Certified.
When you trust me with your dog, you’re trusting me with family—and I never take that lightly. I can’t wait to welcome you and your pup to the Paws-N-Pines family!