Round Rock has a new, upscale hotel - but it's not for humans.
National pet store chain PETsMART opened PETsHOTEL, an exclusive new hangout for dogs and cats only.
There's only 18 in the United States so far. The 7,000 square-foot hotel opened last month. It offers day camps or overnight stays.
"I'm working full time and he's sitting on my floor all day next to my desk. I can't play with him as much. So I thought I'd give him a break. My four-year-old goes to daycare and I thought, 'why not the dog?'" pet owner Wendy Figueroa said.
PETsHOTEL has the perks you'd find in a regular hotel, with some modifications.
"Our suites come with TVs, Poochy-Cots - which are miniature beds for your pets - and all the TVs play dog-themed DVDs," hotel manager Helen Bowen said.
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A dog's life
PETsMART's PETsHOTEL offers day care and overnight stays for dogs and cats.
 
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Playtime and snacks help each furry guest unwind.
"You can get Snack Kongs, which are peanut butter and biscuit-filled dog toys, or soft serve ice cream that's lactose free so it's healthy for the dogs as well," Bowen said.
And for those lonely nights, you can call your pet at the "Bone Booth" so they can hear your voice.
It's all a new concept, but one people and pets have embraced.
"I've made a comittment to be her owner, I guess, so I need to do anything to make sure she's happy," bulldog owner Ivy Chilcote said.
Right now, the Round Rock hotel is the only one in Central Texas. Walk-ins are welcome, but managers say calling ahead assures your dog or cat gets a space.
