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ABOUT

THE PARADISE PET HOTEL & Day spa/K-9 Country Club TEAM

The  idea of PARADISE PET HOTEL & DAY SPA originated when I could not  find an adequate facility to board my pets.  Over the years, many  vacation opportunities were missed because I could not find an  acceptable boarding facility and I didn’t want to leave my pets home  alone all day and night with a “pet checker”.


Over the years, I have been parents to an assortment of dogs, cats,  ferrets, birds, and fish.  Every one of them has been special in their  own way, from the cat that opened doors and turned on lights (in the  middle of the night) to the Basset Hound (Chelsea) that decided she  absolutely DID NOT LIKE the voice of my 2-year-old.  Over the 15 years  that I had her, Chelsea learned to tolerate (sort of) “the voice” and  “the voice” grew up and finally changed.


We pet parents know how our “special family members” enrich our  lives.  They are the children that never grow up.  We know they dig  holes, make messes, make noise, slime our guests and generally drop hair  all over the place.  But none of that matters.  They know our moods,  and they alter theirs to harmonize with them.  We are continually amazed  at their exceptional senses, their willingness to please, and of  course, their total devotion.


When we leave them, even for a short time, we want to know they have  the best possible care.  A daily visit by a friend or “pet sitter”  cannot possibly fill this void.  I have studied kennel and daycare  management (with American Boarding Kennels Association), pet grooming,  pet nutrition, first aid and CPR.  I am a certified Pet Care Technician  through the Pet Services Association. All of our staff at Paradise Pets  will strive to make your pet feel at home.  When you leave your pet with  us, whether it is for daycare, grooming or boarding, they will receive  the care and attention they deserve, no matter the age, size or  disposition.

       

Our Pledge To You!

We will strive to provide a clean, safe and stress-free environment  for our guests.  All of our guests will have daily pampering which  includes, playtime, swimming (weather permitting), nap time, freshly  baked biscuits (apple-cinnamon-oatmeal is a favorite recipe) and lots of  snuggling with our staff from morning till night.


I have designed my facility for the care, comfort and safety of all  my boarding, day-care and grooming salon guests.  My staff and I are  aware of your concerns when leaving your pets and will make their stay  here as pleasant as possible.  Our commitment will be rewarded each time  we send a happy pet home to a satisfied parent.

Thank you again for considering us and we look forward to meeting you!


Sincerely,
Paradise Pet Hotel & Day Spa

The Owners

Jackie Heikes and Benard Bleem, DVM are the owners of Paradise Pet Hotel & Day Spa and K-9 Country Club. They are thrilled to have the opportunity bring their expertise to both great locations. K-9 Country Club was originally founded in 2003 & came under Heikes & Bleem's ownership in May 2024. Paradise Pet Hotel & Day Spa has been in operation since 2004.


Caring for your pet is a significant responsibility and privilege which is not taken lightly – the safety, comfort, and emotional wellbeing of your pets are the highest priorities. 


The owners are also supporters in the community including (but not limited to):


Wishbone Canine Rescue  

https://www.wishbonecaninerescue.org/

Pet Central Helps 

https://www.petcentralhelps.org/

Sterile Feral Foundation 

https://www.sterileferal.net/

YWCA:  

https://www.ywcamclean.org/

McLean County Chamber of Commerce:

https://www.mcleancochamber.org/


The Certified Vet Technician

Casey Toliver, CVT (Certified Veterinarian Technician) graduated from Vet Tech Institute in 2012. His primary focus is on premium care of animals. Casey is currently employed as a dedicated CVT servicing both locations. Casey is married and enjoys his farm consisting of goats, chickens, dogs and cats.  Casey oversees the pets on a daily basis, speaking with clients about their pet if needed, providing any care to the animals as needed (under the direction of the client or practicing DVM (Doctor of Veterinarian Medicine). In 2008 Casey started his initial employment at Paradise Pet. In 2011 Casey started his certification program to become a CVT.  After graduation Casey was employed at two shelters in the Central Illinois Area (Central Illinois Small Animal Rescue and Just Animals). In 2018 continued his journey at Highland Pet Hospital and the Animal  Emergency Clinic

Contact us

PARADISE PET HOTEL & DAY SPA

405 Olympia Drive Bloomington, IL 61704 

TEL: 309-662-0880


K-9 COUNTRY CLUB

414 Lumbertown Rd, Normal, IL 61761

(309) 451-3647


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