Wag’n World’s mission is to provide a safe, active and healthy recreational environment that will improve the quality life for both dogs and their parents. We provide a unique social experience for dogs while we are committed to providing the highest pet care available. We are passionate about what we do and treat your dog(s) as if they are our own. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff will fully supervise your dog with plenty of love, care, and exercise while you are away from home or at work. When you and your dog is at Wag’n World, “You’re winning when they’re wagging!".
Management Team
Nathan Rao
owner
Wag’n World was founded by Nathan Rao in 2017. After breaking free of his 12 year career in the oil and gas industry, he was able to pursue his love of dogs professionally. Starting Wag’n World was full of ups and downs, but Nathan was able to persevere with support from the community. He is incredibly proud of the family he has been able to build and looks forward to all the future has to offer. In his personal life, Nathan enjoys working out, spending time with his family, and pampering his rescue dog, George.
EMily
HR director of Employee and Customer Relations
EMILY@WAGNWORLD.COM
Emily began her Wag’n World journey in 2019. You can always catch her reading fantasy books featuring dragons in her off time. Emily’s true love has the name of Daenerys Stormborn Targaryen Courtin, otherwise known as Dany, her 9 year old boxer mix. Look for them in the hill country, where they spend their weekends hiking and playing in the rivers and lakes. Emily is proud to serve as Wag’n World’s Regional Human Resource Director and strives to provide an exemplary experience for employees and clients alike!
Aaron
STORE MANAGER - HEIGHTS
AARON@WAGNWORLD.COM
Wag’n World welcomed Aaron in 2020 and he has since earned the position of Store Manager for our new Heights location. He has cared for dogs his whole life and currently has a pittie mix. Aaron has recently welcomed a baby girl into his family. He enjoys spending the weekends with his loved ones and playing video games with friends.
Parker
STORE Manager - Montrose
parker@WAGNWORLD.COM
Parker has been a part of the Wag’n World family since 2020, but has been professionally caring for animals for 8+ years. She has an aussie mix named Riley and they enjoy doing outdoor activities together like hiking, camping, and swimming. She is thrilled to be the Store Manager for the Montrose location and aims to make every day the best for you and your pup!
Our Fur-Loving Staff
Grooming Staff
Eric - Salon Manager/Professional Dog Groomer - Montrose/Heights
SKYLER - Professional Dog Groomer - MONTROSE
Instagram @skysthelimitdoggrooming
Brandy - Professional Dog Groomer - Heights
Instagram @bkgroomer
ARIEL - PROFESSIONAL DOG GROOMER - HEIGHTS
Instagram @arielsgroomingtails
Publications & Shout Outs
November 20th, 2023
Channel 26 Houston
Wag’n World Daycare: Holiday pet safety tips and ways to help animals in need.
June 30th, 2023 HTown Best
“The aspect that we love about Wag’n World is their dog group system, which they use to protect smaller doggies from harm during playtime.”
April 29, 2020
Houstonia Mag
Business owner Nathan Rao stands outside the second location of his doggy day care, Wag’n World, which he is preparing to open despite the economic downtown cause by COVID-19.
Published: March 4, 2020, pm
Updated: June 2, 2020,
KPRC Click2Houston
Though Houston has many options for pet boarding, finding the right one can be a challenge. (KPRC)
July 1, 2017
CW 39 NEWS FIX
Between The Lines:
Craig gets his wag on
at Wag’n World
Watch the Video
August 8th, 2017
Montrose District
Something to Bark
About: Eight Montrose
Spots to Sniff Out
During the Dog Days of
Summer.
Read the Article
August 19, 2017
Telemundo Houston
Clear the Shelters
Wag’n World and
Telemundo team up to
help clear the shelters!
Watch the video
September 14, 2017
Montrose District
My Montrose: Nathan
Rao, Wag’n World
Read the Article
The hardest thing to lose is a loved one, especially our very own babies.
Wag’n World honors our fur-children whom we all have lost and loved that crossed the rainbow bridge. They became part of our family here at Wag’n World and we miss them dearly. Rest in peace sweet babies.
RUN FREE LITTLE NUGGETS: Lucky, Daisy, Nuba & Oliver R, Ella, Justin Bobby, Holly, Moose, Rio, Max, Miss Lola (Loaf), Sienna, Cielo, Big Bear, Kirby, Bleau, Rolo & Blanche C, Sarge P, Kimber Biscuit S, Napoleon C, Paco, Maya, Ella, Wizard C, Nelson & Tashi K, Fredo, Julia, Lola G, Oreo, Cash, Heidi, Jack W, Lord H, Lola W, Buddy, Russel, Finlay, Sally W, Penny W, Bella, Tau B, Gary W, Sonny (Sunbeam) & Loki F, Julia & William & Stella B, Jack & Sophie W, JD (Jack Daniels) R, Boots L, Amelia Jean W, Einstein H, Gizmo G, Magnus F, Aeneas W, Dudley E, Gilbert P, Tobie M, Mumford, Lola W, Leyla D, Moose M, Riley C, Charlie D, Penny S, Leo W, Ziggy H, Hogan S, Pepper N, Diego P, Bert V, Luna Lovegood A, Scout P, Wicket C, Romeo L, Cupid B, Rufus B, Strelk R, WeeOne & Buddy M, Millie S, Cooper H, Jett K, Chance V, Ollie S, Kazak L, Kennedy W, Novo S, Georgia W, Baby Girl K, and Floyd P. We love and miss you all desperately and each one of you took a piece of our hearts with you as you took your walk over the rainbow bridge.
