K9 Resorts Makes New York City Debut With $1,000-a-Night Luxury Suite Designed Exclusively for Dogs

October 08, 2026 // FranchisePR.com // Brooklyn, NY — K9 Resorts is celebrating the opening of its first New York City location in Dumbo with the debut of The Founders Suite – a first-of-its-kind, $1,000-per-night experience that reimagines the indulgence and personalized service of a five-star New York hotel stay for four-legged guests.

The experience welcomes dogs into the exclusive Founders Suite, a private retreat featuring gold wallpaper, a chandelier, luxury dog bowls and a plush bed. K9 Resorts co-founders Steve and Jason Parker, pioneers in luxury dog boarding and daycare, personally oversaw every detail of the suite, bringing their vision for an unparalleled luxury boarding experience to life. From arrival to turndown, every detail has been designed to give dogs the VIP treatment, pairing K9 Resorts’ premium care with a collection of distinctly New York indulgences.

“Opening our first New York City location is a major milestone for K9 Resorts, and we wanted to mark the occasion with something that captures the spirit of the city,” said Steven Parker, co-founder and co-CEO of K9 Resorts. “At K9 Resorts, we take pride in treating every four-legged guest as a VIP, and the new Founders Suite experience is our take on the ultimate luxury hotel stay, designed entirely around the dog. From how they dine and sleep to how they play and unwind, every detail is personalized to make their stay as memorable as possible, both for our guests and the people who love them.”

The VIP treatment begins before guests even arrive, with private chauffeured transportation to and from K9 Resorts Dumbo. Once settled into the suite, dogs can enjoy an in-suite dining experience featuring premium filet mignon and an ice cream turndown amenity. When it’s time to wind down, pet parents can choose from a dedicated Sleep Menu, selecting their dog’s preferred way to settle in for the night, with options such as color-based ambient noise, ocean waves and forest wind.

During their stay, guests will also sit for a personalized pet portrait while wearing an 18-karat white-gold, diamond-encrusted collar from London Jewelers, valued at $150,000. The finished portrait will be framed as a one-of-a-kind keepsake for guests to take home. The experience is rounded out with personalized enrichment and wellness programming, including options such as K9 Fit Play and an LED therapy mat, tailored to each dog’s activity level and preferences.

And, like any great luxury hotel stay, the experience doesn’t end at checkout. Founders Suite guests will return home with their framed pet portrait and a curated collection of take-home gifts including Les Poochs fragrance, Wagyu treats, and a premium dental care set.

“Bringing K9 Resorts to New York City is an incredibly proud moment for all of us,” said Jason Parker, co-founder and co-CEO of K9 Resorts. “Founded in neighboring New Jersey, K9 Resorts now has locations nationwide, and opening our first New York City location makes this milestone especially meaningful. We’re excited to bring our experience and commitment to exceptional care, comfort and attention to NYC dogs and their families.”

The experience debuts as part of the opening of the 10,000-square-foot K9 Resorts Dumbo, which features cage-free overnight accommodations, indoor and outdoor play areas, hospital-grade air filtration and professionally trained staff – bringing K9 Resorts’ signature approach to premium dog care to Brooklyn. Creating a welcoming retreat for dogs of all sizes, the resort will include six spacious Luxury Suites and 65 Executive Rooms, accommodating up to 80 overnight guests and 100 daycare dogs each day. Overnight stays start at $89-$159 per night.

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