★★★★★ 4.8 / 200+ Google ReviewsExotic Pet Boarding
Exotic Pet Boarding
in Belton, MO
Care for your unique companions, in their own setup
Reptiles, birds, small mammals, fish, and the occasional insect. Lily's Play-N-Stay is one of the few facilities in the KC south metro that boards exotic pets, and we do it by keeping your pet in their own enclosure with their own food, in a climate-controlled space at our Main Street campus.
Higher Standard of Cleanliness 24/7 Alarm + Security System Trained Staff Comfortable With Unusual Species 3% Donated to Lily's Rescue Rehab
Exotic Pets Stay
A Stay Built Around Your Pet's Routine
Most kennels don't board exotics. We do because Lily's was built on the idea that every pet deserves quality care, and "every pet" means every pet.
Exotic Pets Stay @ Main Street
- Climate-controlled space at our Main Street campus
- Daily wellness checks with a written log
- Specialty feeding per your written instructions (up to 3x daily)
- Habitat maintenance per your written care plan
- Full kitchen access for meal preparation
- 24/7 facility monitoring: intrusion, smoke, CO
- You bring the enclosure, food, and medications
$35
per night, flat rate
Click to start booking → Long stays welcome. Same rate whether your pet stays a night or a month.
Who We Board
Reptiles, Birds, Small Mammals, and More
If your pet isn't on the list, call us at (816) 388-3737. Most of the time the answer is yes.
Reptiles
Snakes, turtles, lizards, geckos, bearded dragons
Birds
Parrots, parakeets, cockatiels, finches, more
Small Mammals
Bunnies, guinea pigs, hamsters, hedgehogs, sugar gliders, ferrets
Fish
Freshwater and saltwater setups welcome
Insects + Arachnids
Tarantulas, beetles, mantises, more
Other
Have something unusual? Call us. We've boarded more than you'd expect.
How It Works
You Bring Their World, We Bring the Care
Exotic pets stay calmest in their own setup. The owner-provided model is what keeps stress low and routine intact.
1
You Bring the Enclosure
The cage, terrarium, tank, or carrier your pet lives in. We position it in a climate-controlled space and keep their world consistent.
2
You Bring the Food
Live insects, frozen pinkies, fresh produce, pellets, prescription formulas, or home-cooked meals. We follow your written instructions.
3
We Prep + Serve
Our fully equipped kitchen at Main Street lets us chop greens, thaw protein, and follow strict feeding schedules.
4
Daily Wellness Checks
Habitat conditions verified, water freshened, food served per your instructions. Behavior changes noted and reported.
Logistics
What to Pack + When to Arrive
What to Bring
- Your pet's enclosure with all habitat features
- Food and treats with portion + timing instructions
- Prescription medications, labeled with dose and timing
- Water source if your pet uses a specific bottle, dish, or filter
- A written care plan covering feeding, handling, and quirks
- For reptiles: heat lamp + UVB setup ready to travel
- For birds: cover for night, note vocalization triggers
Drop-Off + Pick-Up
Flexible during Main Street business hours:
Monday - Friday: 7 AM - 7 PM
Saturday: 8 AM - 3 PM
Sunday: 12 PM - 5 PM
Stays from a single night to multiple weeks. Flat $35/night.
Other Services
Lily's Boards More Than Exotics
Dog Boarding
From $57 / night
Standard, The Suite, Develop, and Transform tiers across both campuses.
See Dog BoardingCat Boarding
From $45 / night
Cat's Paradise at Main Street. Elevated perches, hidden litter, nightly report cards.
See Cat BoardingDoggy Daycare
From $42 / day
Tiered daycare for the dog in your household across both campuses.
See Daycare Why Lily's
Experience With the Unusual
Run by Pet People, Not Just Kennel Staff
Amy Klein opened Lily's Play-N-Stay at 511 Main St. in Belton on July 1, 2021 with a simple idea: every pet deserves quality care, and "every pet" means every pet. Exotics have been part of the model from early on.
Habitat-First Approach
Stress is the biggest health risk for exotic pets during a stay. We solve for it by keeping your pet in their own enclosure with their own food, in a climate-controlled space. Less change for them. Less worry for you.
Built for the Pet Parent, Not the Audit
A higher standard of cleanliness, a 24/7 alarm + security system, climate control critical for reptiles and birds, owner-provided food and medications administered by trained staff, daily wellness checks with a written log. (USDA-inspected and Belton fire-code compliant, of course.)
Stays That Give Back
3% of every program at Lily's is donated to Lily's Rescue Rehab, our 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Your exotic pet's stay helps a rescue dog find their family. Learn more →
4.8 / 200+ Google Reviews
Families Trust Us With Every Kind of Pet
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"I'm able to call and check on him, and rest assured I KNOW my pets are well taken care of and more importantly loved on while we are away."
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
"The staff is friendly, the space is clean, and you can tell people there truly care about your pet."
Frequently Asked
Common Questions, Direct Answers
How much does exotic pet boarding cost in Belton, MO?
$35 per night, flat rate. Includes climate-controlled space, daily wellness checks, feeding per your instructions, and habitat maintenance. You provide the enclosure, food, and medications.
What exotic pets do you board?
Reptiles, birds, small mammals (bunnies, guinea pigs, hedgehogs, ferrets, sugar gliders, more), fish, insects, and arachnids. Call (816) 388-3737 if your pet isn't on the standard list.
Do I bring the enclosure and food?
Yes. Exotic pets stay calmest in their own setup, so you bring the enclosure, food, and any medications. We provide the climate-controlled space, daily wellness checks, kitchen access, and trained staff.
Can you prepare specialty diets?
Yes. Our fully equipped kitchen at Main Street lets us prepare live insects, frozen feeders, fresh produce, prescription pellets, and home-cooked meals per your written instructions.
How often do you feed exotic pets?
Most exotic guests eat once daily, but we accommodate up to three feedings per day if your pet's schedule requires it. Note your pet's specific schedule on your care plan.
Will my reptile's heat and UVB needs be met?
Yes. Bring your reptile's full habitat including heat lamp and UVB setup. We place the enclosure in a climate-controlled space and verify temperature and lighting daily.
What if my exotic pet needs medication?
We administer medications as part of the daily wellness check. Bring medications clearly labeled. There may be a small administration fee for complex schedules.
How long can my exotic pet board with you?
As long as you need. Single night to multiple weeks. Flat $35/night.
What vaccinations do exotic pets need?
Most exotic species don't require vaccinations. If your pet has vet-recommended health certificates or recent exam records, upload them to your Gingr account.
Do you also board dogs and cats?
Yes. See our dog boarding page and cat boarding page.
Proudly Serving the KC South Metro
Belton · Raymore · Grandview · Lee's Summit · Peculiar · Harrisonville · Cleveland · Pleasant Hill · Greenwood · South Kansas City
Invitation Code: 168917
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Pet Report Card
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