Our story
A family business, for your family.
For more than 35 years the Dvorak family has welcomed pets to their memorable getaway in the Platte River Valley.
Nebraska's ultimate resort for pets
Room to roam, people who care.
At Cottonwood Pet Resort, your pet gets a memorable vacation and the best lodging, daycare and grooming Nebraska has to offer.
Our 15,000 sq ft facility sits on ten beautifully manicured acres in the Platte River Valley, just minutes west of Omaha. Our experienced, dedicated and loving staff make sure every pet guest, and every owner, has a great stay. Paws down!
The lobby has regular hours, but the resort never really closes. Our staff is on duty 365 days a year, holidays included, caring for every guest in our care.
Why pet parents choose us
The Cottonwood difference.
Family-owned for 35+ years
The same family, the same values and the same love for animals for decades.
Ten acres of country
Fresh air, a half-mile nature trail and big, open play yards, only minutes from Omaha.
Staffed 365 days a year
Someone is always caring for our guests, holidays included.
Live webcams
Six cameras let you check in on the fun from anywhere.
Climate controlled
The whole facility stays comfortable year-round, from Nebraska summers to Nebraska winters.
Award-winning
Voted Best of Omaha every year from 2016 to 2024, with an A rating from the BBB.
Come say hi
Visit the resort
Ten manicured acres in the Platte River Valley — an easy drive west of Omaha on West Center Road.
- 26910 W Center Rd, Waterloo, NE 68069Get directions
- (402) 359-4155Fax (402) 359-4982
- information@cottonwoodpetresort.comWe reply during lobby hours
Lobby hours
- Mon – Fri
- 7am – 7pm
- Saturday
- 8am – 4pm
- Sunday
- 12pm – 4pm