Our goal is to provide the same loving care for your pets that we provide for our own. Everyone who works at Advantage Pet Center has extensive dog, cat and pet care experience and provide only the best for your furry "kids"! Your pooch can get the exercise and the socialization they need! If they want to lounge by the pool, soak up some rays, or frolic with their fur-iends in our half acre play area, they will have a doggone good time! We understand the importance of having a reliable, caring facility for your four-legged friends to stay whether you are away during the day or gone for a few!
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Advantage Pet Center is a full service boarding and grooming facility for cats and dogs in the Pinellas County area of Florida. We are easily accessible from Tampa, St. Pete, Tarpon Springs and all areas in-between! Advantage Pet Center is staffed by highly skilled, well-trained, kind and loving people who have also chosen to make animal care their career.
Loyal pets-and loyal pet parents-are entitled to all the appreciation in the world. And we're delighted to reward your repeated visits to us with a program that recognizes your support. Every dollar you spend earns a reward point. And every 250 points you collect earns a $5 credit on your next stay. Entry into the rewards program is automatic.
Please contact us at (727) 544-2459. We are available during business hours and at certain points during the weekend and after-hours. Please, feel free to leave us a message and our team will return your call as soon as possible! You can e-mail us through the form on our Reservations page, or you can email us directly. We will respond within 24 hours.
Our larger guests sleep in generous air-conditioned indoor runs with attached outdoor patios. The runs are a very generous 5' x 6' on the inside, and their outside patio portion is 5' x 8' feet. Dogs go in and out via a doggie door, that keeps the air-conditioned air in and the hot air outside. Your dog has never used a doggie door?
Reviews (26)
Daniel Harder
Jun 15, 2022
Michelle C.
May 20, 2022
I have been taking my two dogs to Advantage Pet Center for just over a year now. I have a super high energy puppy that is nonstop running and playing all day! Bringing him here for daycare has been a saving grace! He is exhausted from the moment I pick him up and falls asleep in the car almost immediately. The dogs are in the huge play yard for the majority of the day and only put in kennels for their lunch break.
My other dog has high anxiety and prefers to be around people instead of other dogs. The staff is aware of that and always gives her lots of attention and makes her feel at ease. The staff is absolutely amazing and loves my fur kids like they are their own. They absolutely love going here and know that if mama says "wanna go play with your friends" it means daycare time! And bonus, they have holiday parties for the dogs with special snacks and pictures!
My other dog has high anxiety and prefers to be around people instead of other dogs. The staff is aware of that and always gives her lots of attention and makes her feel at ease. The staff is absolutely amazing and loves my fur kids like they are their own. They absolutely love going here and know that if mama says "wanna go play with your friends" it means daycare time! And bonus, they have holiday parties for the dogs with special snacks and pictures!
Mercadies Hays
May 14, 2022
Barbie Beefcake
Feb 27, 2022
Lindsey Herr
Feb 11, 2022
Holly Noah
Jan 31, 2022
I have entrusted my sweet 13 year old fur baby to Advantage Pet Center for a third time now, this time for an extended 5 day stay. I was worried because she's been finicky lately and she is fragile at this age. I cannot tell you how impressed with the love and kindness and excellent care she was given by the staff at Advantage Pet Center. And, they even washed her bed and blanket that I brought so she wouldn't feel too far from home. The team at APC loves their sweet furry guests and it shows. I highly recommend them for day care or away care for your fur babies!
Ellen Cole
Jan 09, 2022
Nicki K.
Jan 03, 2022
In response to the reply left by the manager. The fact that management is trying to make excuses for how disgusting this place was actually makes me more upset. I don't care what the reason is, there is no excuse for the conditions which I saw when I was there. If it smells that bad, the dogs aren't being walked like they should be. There is no excuse that justifies the mistreatment of pets at a pet care facility.
Alyssa Burchill
Dec 08, 2021
Kendyl Marie
Oct 28, 2021
My dog, dalton, absolutely loves his family at APC! I have never once doubted leaving him with the crew there. Sarah, Carrie, Cassie, Marina and many others work so hard to keep the place running beautifully. They deserve all the credit in the world as my dog always comes back so happy but so tired out lol. I would never bring him anywhere else. Love you guys!
Michele M.
Feb 28, 2021
We dropped off our pet a couple of times while on vacation but each time we went to pick her up she was in a kennel. Different times each day. Each time we were given a lame excuse. One time was to clean the yard, another was to calm the dogs down, another was much time. howe they don't feed the dogs. Supposed to be doggie day care. My dog absolutely loves her daycare back home but she's not really fond of this one. The people are friendly but they're not really running a daycare.
Johnny L.
Sep 12, 2020
This is how we received our dog after spending 3 days in this facility. That is a picture of his scrotum. The skin looks burnt. We had to take him to the vet. They supposedly have shaded areas for the dogs while they are outside. But no dog would choose to lay in a hot surface while his skin is burning, he would move somewhere else, it makes you wonder if he even had another option.
There is another review of a woman who complains about her dog's paws being injured because of the harsh pavement on this facility. This facility should take into account the fact that we live in a state where we reach very high temperatures and surfaces like pavement can get extremely hot. If a surface is too hot to touch with your bare hand, then it's too hot for a dog to be on. Animals don't have a voice, we are their voice and it's our responsibility to speak out for them.
What my dog had to endure in this facility is not ok and it's important for people to know these things so they can make an informed decision about their choice in boarding facilities. If you're in the business of taking good care of animals and you're not meeting these expectations, either switch to another profession or do better.
There is another review of a woman who complains about her dog's paws being injured because of the harsh pavement on this facility. This facility should take into account the fact that we live in a state where we reach very high temperatures and surfaces like pavement can get extremely hot. If a surface is too hot to touch with your bare hand, then it's too hot for a dog to be on. Animals don't have a voice, we are their voice and it's our responsibility to speak out for them.
What my dog had to endure in this facility is not ok and it's important for people to know these things so they can make an informed decision about their choice in boarding facilities. If you're in the business of taking good care of animals and you're not meeting these expectations, either switch to another profession or do better.
Jerry S.
Feb 22, 2019
Hello, I had Bailey my 7 pound Maltipoo groomed Thursday and wanted you to know Sue did an outstanding job! She was busy when I picked up Bailey and I was not able to tell her. She listened to my instructions of what needed to be done and went above what I expected. Bailey was not stressed when I picked her up so I know she was taken care. When dropping and picking up, the front desk staff was professional and friendly. Great job everyone! Debbi S.
Irene O.
Jan 07, 2019
Lordgene A.
Nov 18, 2018
First and foremost, I don't write reviews. I am only writing on here to make everyone aware of the way my dog was treated at this facility. I boarded my dog here from Nov 9th - Nov 11th 2018. When my boyfriend went to pick her up he just paid AND TIPPED and went on his way. When he brought her home I went to hug her face and I noticed 2 really big scars on the side of her face. (Shown in pictures) They did not even tell us about the scars.
I know my dog is a puppy and she was probably playing rough and it got out of hand but I believe that the care center should have contacted me right after it happened or at least told me about the altercations when my boyfriend went to pick her up. I don't want a refund for my dogs stay I just want to warn everyone DO NOT bring your fur babies to this facility!
I know my dog is a puppy and she was probably playing rough and it got out of hand but I believe that the care center should have contacted me right after it happened or at least told me about the altercations when my boyfriend went to pick her up. I don't want a refund for my dogs stay I just want to warn everyone DO NOT bring your fur babies to this facility!
Lisa B.
Nov 13, 2018
So today I called to get my dog groomed (now I have been going there for 5 years) and the girl asked me if my dog has had the influenza vaccine and I said NO! Well we REQUIRE that or she can't come in anymore. Wow well I guess I can't do business with you because I'm not going to give my dog a flu shot. Was told ok thanks have a good day!
Yvonne P.
Oct 18, 2018
Dawn F.
Apr 23, 2017
Ok so I've read the reviews and it seems that most of them are for the doggy daycare or grooming services - neither of which I can attest to. In fact, this review is based solely upon first impressions and gut feeling. I stopped in to ask about boarding. When I entered, there were 4 employees behind the front counter. The one immediately at the computer who I thought would have greeted me, did not.
Instead a man stepped up and said hello and asked how he could help. When I said I wanted boarding info and prices he and the other girl debated over "whose turn it was".not a warm fuzzy welcoming feeling. The girl lost the debate and began my tour. I was very surprised to see so many large dog kennels outside. I mean, who on earth boards their baby outdoors in the heat of Florida?
I don't know for sure if that's all they offer for big dogs but I certainly wouldn't pay for my dog to stay in animal shelter conditions. She took me to the room for small dogs, which was gratefully air conditioned but seriously just glorified cages.some bigger than others which of course cost more. She told me there is "usually" a TV on in there for background noise, but it wasn't on when I visited on a Saturday?
They do not walk the dogs, they just get let outside to do their business a few times a day. They're a little overpriced compared to what other boarding places nearby offer. I don't know if she was just having a bad day, didn't want to be a work, or whatever the reason, but I just didn't get a good vibe from her about this facility. Instead I looked at Paws Inn Paradise, who has a TV & webcam in their more expensive rooms (not cages) which thoroughly impressed me and is who I will trust with my boy.
Instead a man stepped up and said hello and asked how he could help. When I said I wanted boarding info and prices he and the other girl debated over "whose turn it was".not a warm fuzzy welcoming feeling. The girl lost the debate and began my tour. I was very surprised to see so many large dog kennels outside. I mean, who on earth boards their baby outdoors in the heat of Florida?
I don't know for sure if that's all they offer for big dogs but I certainly wouldn't pay for my dog to stay in animal shelter conditions. She took me to the room for small dogs, which was gratefully air conditioned but seriously just glorified cages.some bigger than others which of course cost more. She told me there is "usually" a TV on in there for background noise, but it wasn't on when I visited on a Saturday?
They do not walk the dogs, they just get let outside to do their business a few times a day. They're a little overpriced compared to what other boarding places nearby offer. I don't know if she was just having a bad day, didn't want to be a work, or whatever the reason, but I just didn't get a good vibe from her about this facility. Instead I looked at Paws Inn Paradise, who has a TV & webcam in their more expensive rooms (not cages) which thoroughly impressed me and is who I will trust with my boy.
Ashley N.
Mar 30, 2017
I hate hate writing bad reviews because I'm all about supporting small businesses and wish for everyone's success but when it comes to the health our baby, I don't take it lightly. I love advantage pet center because it's right next to my house and so convenient. The staff is extremely nice and professional and my buddy always looks amazing after every groom. However, the last two times I picked him up from here, he had something wrong with him.
The first time being a terrible heaving cough that lasted for a week before I had to take him to the vet for some antibiotics. They said that they'll sometimes catch it in the air if they're around other animals. I take him to the dog park all the time and it's never happened but I still didn't think much of it or blamed Advantage Pet Center.
I brought him back there again a couple months later. This time he had major stomach problems. I woke up in the middle of the night with him next to me shaking uncontrollably and a pungent smell. He had massive diarrhea that didn't go away until I had to take him back to the vet for more antibiotics. For a while, I refused to believe that it was the Pet Advantage Centers fault and it might not be, could just be a coincidence but I have not had a problem with him since I stopped taking him there 6 or more so months ago. If it is something at the center, I hope since then they've gotten the situation fixed or deep cleaned.
The first time being a terrible heaving cough that lasted for a week before I had to take him to the vet for some antibiotics. They said that they'll sometimes catch it in the air if they're around other animals. I take him to the dog park all the time and it's never happened but I still didn't think much of it or blamed Advantage Pet Center.
I brought him back there again a couple months later. This time he had major stomach problems. I woke up in the middle of the night with him next to me shaking uncontrollably and a pungent smell. He had massive diarrhea that didn't go away until I had to take him back to the vet for more antibiotics. For a while, I refused to believe that it was the Pet Advantage Centers fault and it might not be, could just be a coincidence but I have not had a problem with him since I stopped taking him there 6 or more so months ago. If it is something at the center, I hope since then they've gotten the situation fixed or deep cleaned.
Veronica P.
Dec 21, 2016
Simply put my dog L-O-V-E-S this place. He is a little overweight and because he has not had much exercise over the last 2 years, he was completely not ready to go out and play. All I can say is OMG. I dropped him off the first day because both my dogs needed to have a groom. So I asked if he could play for 1/2 the day before he went in for his groom.
When he got home he was so relaxed and just like a toddler he had dinner and passed out. A couple of days later I decided to take him in for the day. He is an English Cream Retriever and they are a little bigger than Goldens, and this boy weighs in at 117lbs, and has been struggling with his hips a little. The only mistake I made is left him there for the whole day.
Being that he was unfit he was nearly half dead when he came home. Within 2 hours he could not walk. We gave him his joint medicine, massaged him and helped him up when he needed to go potty. The next morning he was still struggling a little but by the afternoon he was up and about again. The next day he kept on asking to go out. I would open the door for him and he would go straight to the back gate.
Lay there and look at me with those eyes asking me to take him somewhere. When we let him back in the house he would come put his head on our laps or knock our arms with his nose so that we would pay attention to him. So the next day I took him in for a 1/2 day and 2 days later again and a couple of days later again. Yesterday he got back and you could just see how happy he was.
I am going to keep him at 1/2 day visits for the next month, just to get his fitness level up and then put him in for full days because this has been the best thing ever for him. He is loosing weight and honestly is very happy to have around. The staff is very friendly and when you walk in they even remember who your dog is - by name. I never thought I would be comfortable leaving my dog without me to supervise - now I can't believe it's taken me that long.
When he got home he was so relaxed and just like a toddler he had dinner and passed out. A couple of days later I decided to take him in for the day. He is an English Cream Retriever and they are a little bigger than Goldens, and this boy weighs in at 117lbs, and has been struggling with his hips a little. The only mistake I made is left him there for the whole day.
Being that he was unfit he was nearly half dead when he came home. Within 2 hours he could not walk. We gave him his joint medicine, massaged him and helped him up when he needed to go potty. The next morning he was still struggling a little but by the afternoon he was up and about again. The next day he kept on asking to go out. I would open the door for him and he would go straight to the back gate.
Lay there and look at me with those eyes asking me to take him somewhere. When we let him back in the house he would come put his head on our laps or knock our arms with his nose so that we would pay attention to him. So the next day I took him in for a 1/2 day and 2 days later again and a couple of days later again. Yesterday he got back and you could just see how happy he was.
I am going to keep him at 1/2 day visits for the next month, just to get his fitness level up and then put him in for full days because this has been the best thing ever for him. He is loosing weight and honestly is very happy to have around. The staff is very friendly and when you walk in they even remember who your dog is - by name. I never thought I would be comfortable leaving my dog without me to supervise - now I can't believe it's taken me that long.
Sarah J.
Jul 30, 2016
J. A.
Jul 14, 2016
This place is not good! I visited in the early afternoon and they had all of the dogs outside in 95 degree but felt like 117 degree weather according to WeatherUnderground app. The doggy door was blocked so the dogs could not get inside to the air conditioning and they were howling and crying. I wouldn't take my dog here ever! The worker didn't seem concerned about the dogs well being at all.
If I could give less then one star I would. I'll continue to use DogVacay.com and Rover.com to find loving homes to leave my dog when needed. Please thoroughly investigate any place before you leave your pet somewhere and drop in unannounced from time to time. They can't tell us what happens so we have to be diligent about their care. I left this place very upset knowing some of these poor dogs are left here everyday.
If I could give less then one star I would. I'll continue to use DogVacay.com and Rover.com to find loving homes to leave my dog when needed. Please thoroughly investigate any place before you leave your pet somewhere and drop in unannounced from time to time. They can't tell us what happens so we have to be diligent about their care. I left this place very upset knowing some of these poor dogs are left here everyday.
Jack S.
Jun 17, 2016
I did not take my dog there, but from the pictures and Internet site, I was excited to drop in and check it out. All I can say is that nothing there looked even remotely like the pictures. The place really was a stinky mess. the water feature - hadn't worked in a while, and resulted in nothing but a dirt turn-out area. These loving employees were all up front hanging out. the only people outside with the dogs were those that stepped out to smoke.
Why go out to smoke, the place was so filthy and smelly, I could still smell my tour until I got home to shower. Everyone is entitled to have a bad day - and this could be a good place, BUT, drop in, without calling, and ask for a tour. You can then be your own judge.
Why go out to smoke, the place was so filthy and smelly, I could still smell my tour until I got home to shower. Everyone is entitled to have a bad day - and this could be a good place, BUT, drop in, without calling, and ask for a tour. You can then be your own judge.
Jay L.
Apr 06, 2016
I have been taking our dogs here for more than ten years now, both before the current owners were in charge and when the previous owners had the place. We first took our three grown Lab's, Otto, Harry and Wally there for bathing and also for boarding until they passed away from old age. nowadays we have a new small Havanese dog Winston and I have decided to again resume taking him to APC for Grooming and bathing because we always had good experiences with them. I am sure Winston will get the same care and love here as our other boys did! I give APC high marks and am sure they will do a great job for you as well!
Railbird K.
Sep 25, 2015
Boy I wouldn't want to be in the pet care business in today's world of the social media review. If anything goes wrong with their dog, if it gets sick, hurts a leg in the play yard, etc, they blame the kennel and 1 star is the result. I'd be very wary of reviews that start out "my baby" or "my son",,l ol, ,,r eally people? We have a German Shepherd/Husky mix that has severe, and I mean severe, separation anxiety.
We rescued him at 4 and for the last 2 years we have sent him to APC for occasional daycare, boarding and grooming. The staff at APC has been terrific. At first he was totally out of control, destroyed crates, etc, but now he is a completely different dog and loves going to APC. They've been a big help in our effort to cure him from this terrible condition. I wouldn't take him anywhere else.
We rescued him at 4 and for the last 2 years we have sent him to APC for occasional daycare, boarding and grooming. The staff at APC has been terrific. At first he was totally out of control, destroyed crates, etc, but now he is a completely different dog and loves going to APC. They've been a big help in our effort to cure him from this terrible condition. I wouldn't take him anywhere else.
Debbie T.
Dec 13, 2014
I have taken my baby to almost every groomer in town and always have the same results. either totally wrong cut, she is hurt, or completely traumatized. Finally I decided on advantage and have never been happier! We have gotten exactly what we wanted every time, and Daisy actually loves going! Normally she would tremble and pull away, but not here.
She trots right in tail wagging. The staff there is amazing and really do seem to care about all the pets that come in. They are knowledgeable and friendly and make the experience for both of us calm and fun. The best part is they are cheaper than any other groomers too! Thanks to everyone at advantage for being so amazing! Debbie and Daisy Tye
She trots right in tail wagging. The staff there is amazing and really do seem to care about all the pets that come in. They are knowledgeable and friendly and make the experience for both of us calm and fun. The best part is they are cheaper than any other groomers too! Thanks to everyone at advantage for being so amazing! Debbie and Daisy Tye