Dog Sitters in Durham, CT

We brought our dog to for her first ever kennel stay yesterday. It brought us great comfort to know that she was able to go for a trail walk and get cuddles in our absence. Having an anxious rescue dog can make it difficult to find patient and compassionate care but we have found it at Larkin’s Run. She has stayed twice and we have only wonderful things to say. Worth the drive from New Haven! Thank you to the lovely staff for caring for our furry family member as if she was your own!

The owner and staff is professional and friendly. Great people!! For five dollars, your dog and chase the lure for two minutes. It's a safe and a fully enclosed course. Marley had a Great time and we definitely will be back!! We are going to definitely be regulars. They also offer professional photography. Thank You Rayanne from Alpha Dog for the photos. Thank You Ralph for offering this!! I definitely would recommend them.

I’ve always had a wonderful experience with Larkin’s Run. They take great care of my dog(s) while we’re away. Even though Hunter would rather be with our family, he knows that he’ll be in good hands until we pick him up again. Larkin’s Run is always our first choice when we have to kennel our furry family member.

The lure course is a must visit for dogs who love to chase. The grounds are perfectly manicured and it's a great value for the money. You're a lucky dog indeed when you're enjoying the exciting canine fun at Larkins Run!

Have been taking my Golden Retrievers there for years. When they trot off to their ‘home away from home’ they never look back which lessens the guilt for not taking them along on our vacations. They come home happy and clean.

Larkins is amazing!! They are so responsive and very reasonably priced. My dog got skunked early morning. I messaged Larkins on Facebook several hours before they opened, they responded almost immediately and told me to go ahead and bring my stinky dog in when they opened. Saved my day! Thank you so much!! Brodie says "thank you" too!

Both Tootsie & Sweet Pea boarded at Larkins Run. It was their second time and they were so excited when we entered the driveway.

Great place that has earned our trust over the years. They really know and love dogs. We can tell our dogs are loved and stimulated there, because when we come back from a trip, they're happy to see us, but don't act like it's an emergency, they're not depressed, or panicked to get out of there. Dogs don't lie!

Full service, excellent boarding facility. Individual attention for each pup is provided. Very courteous service, exceptionally clean kennels. We have been extremely happy with our dog's experience here

Larkin's is the absolute best place to board your dog. As an experienced vet assistant and self proclaimed animal enthusiast (lol!) I have trusted Larkin's with my oh so finicky greyhounds for years. I wouldn't take them anywhere else and I drive from Moodus just for them. They are honest and truly care for your beloved family members while you are away. Thanks Larkin's Run!

Our boy plays hard all day and sleeps all night. A tired pup is a good pup. I can tell he’s playing hard from the sheer amount of dirt on him when we pick him up! Lol we love it, and the socialization aspect he gets as well. When we drop him off he doesn’t even look back once

Its a Dogs life is the best! My pup Lexi has been going for about 6 months. I got her as a rescue and she was a shaky, nervous bundle of nerves. Scared of everything. Danielle and Mike are amazing. They were extremely patient and caring with her and helped her to socialize with the other dogs which has helped build her confidence. Lexi can't wait to get out of the truck every morning and comes home nice and tired from playing with her friends. I wouldn't send my fur baby anywhere else.

I love this Dog DayCare! It's so nice having piece of mind when I drop my dog off that my dog is comfortable and I am comfortable leaving him there. Danielle is so attentive to all the dogs there. And my dog always has a great time with all his friends.

My dog has been coming here for over a year a couple days per week and loves it! It’s very relaxed (you rarely hear dogs barking when you pull up, they are playing or relaxing inside or outside), the facility is super clean and you can tell the dogs love Mike and Danielle- who are the best!

Doggie Daycare has been a saving grace. Poor Kobe was quite the wild child before starting! Now he’s matured and can’t wait to leave in the morning. He sits by the door waiting to head to school. The hours are great and it's nice to know our dog is well taken care of during the day.

I absolutely love It's a Dog's Life! Danielle and Mike are both great with dogs....and people! My 100 pound Bernese Mountain Dog comes home exhausted and happy and can't wait to go back the next day! I highly recommend this place to anyone that wants a great place for their dog!

A tired dog is a good dog. My two play all day and sleep well all evening. They get the dog socialization they need and exercise.

This is the best doggie daycare in Ct. highly recommend everyone who is in need of a doggie day care to bring your pets there. They are clean, professional and love your dogs like they are their own.

The grandpuppy started attending a few weeks ago & loves it. Well run, super clean, great fellow clients. Tired and happy pup at day's end.

Best Doggie Day care around. Mike & Danielle are Wonderful ♡♡♡ My Nellie comes home so happy...and Tired!

My Lily Loves The Dog Cabin and the staff love her! The staff there are loving and consistent. True dog lovers. They know and love the pups, it shows. Lily is a high energy girl and comes home tired and happy! Highly recommend for you 4 legged friends.

The people that work at the Dog Cabin are the absolute best. Our golden retriever loves it there, I think not only because of the fun with other dogs but also the people who work there. We have dog care places close but we go out of our way to go there. Best in the business.

Staff at the Dog Cabin have always been friendly and have gone out of their way to accomodate late reservations and last minute changes in plans. Our dog Bullet is always well cared for and usually comes back all worn out from playing.

Winston when he goes to doggy daycare here h is so happy to go and happy to come home.he loves it there. Whenever there is a need for him to go there he is so happy and they lve him there too and it's close to home. So happy we found this place so close by too.

We LOVE The Dog Cabin! Our Coco girl gets excited the second we turn onto the street! She nearly busts down the door to get in the back to start playing with her friends! There is an array of dogs, some like to play some like to relax so your dog will fit right in! The staff is absolutely amazing and Coco loves them all! They are all so caring and attentive. They meet your dog’s needs, whatever they may be! Our pup is exhausted after a full day of playing, which is great for her high puppy energy! I don’t have enough nice things to say about The Dog Cabin and all of the staff!

Our little girl LOVES spending her days at the Dog Cabin- and we enjoy a very tired pup when she comes home after. The staff is so friendly and professional. Highly recommend.

My 13 year old Morkie is a nervous wreck when it comes to the groomers, but since switching to the Dog Cabin, she has been far less anxious and comes out looking and smelling great! The staff is super friendly and their services won't break the bank! 100% recommend the Dog Cabin!

I have been using The Dog Cabin for occasional boarding, grooming, and daycare since 2015. I have never used any other place as I have been 100% satisfied with the quality of care, services, facilities, and pricing. My last dog and current dog like going there. The staff is great to work with and show real concern for the well-being of my pets. The dogs come home clean, happy, and played out.

We've been taking our dog to Dog Cabin for about a year and a half now for daycare multiple times a week as well as boarding when we need it. She couldn't love it any more! The staff know her by name when she comes in and she always leaves pooped after a fun day of play. They are very receptive and flexible with scheduling and have essentially acted as a collective third parent for our pup. I would give them 6 stars if possible!

Very disappointed to give a 1 star review. I’ve recommended folks (including my friends) to use this place for more than a year but rescinding my recommendation now. Wouldn’t recommend this place for any dog owners that have a hyperactive dog. We used this place for over a year and a half and all of a sudden we were told that our dog was too hyperactive. The previous staff were great but none of the new folks are pleasant to talk to. They’re rude and condescending for sure. The guy is pleasant and soft spoken but not the staff. We were told only once in the duration that he went there that our dog was too hyper. We haven’t received any serious complaints. neither has anyone called us that our dog was not behaving. And we’ve left him overnight there. Yesterday, when we went to pick him up, we were just casually told that he’s difficult to control and that we weren’t welcome. I had checked the camera on and off during the day and could see at least 50 other dogs with only 2 people overseeing the dogs. With that amount of dogs in one room, things are bound to get difficult. Our dog has a routine that’s pretty quiet. He’s the only dog at home and usually spends the entire day with me when am working. The environment has definitely changed over time there. More dogs now as compared to when we started. I wouldn’t have chosen to write this review but our dog has been very sad since he returned from this place. He has not slept all night and has not eaten neither has drank water all day. We’ve been snuggling and comforting him all day. He definitely is depressed and am sure we’ll fix this over time. Disappointing that this happened to us. This is one time I wished he could talk and tell us what actually happened there.

We love Paws and Pets! My dog Hannah always feels right at home with the staff. They have been a major help during my first year as a dog mom. I am so grateful that this facility exists!

I would like to express my appreciation for the exceptional customer service provided. The team was able to accommodate us on very short notice and demonstrated great compassion regarding our situation. I was given a tour of the facility, which was not the case at other locations I considered. They attentively listened to my concerns about my dog's leg, which had previously undergone surgery, and ensured that her food schedule and supplements were administered as instructed. I also appreciated receiving regular updates and photos whenever I reached out. Katie was fabulous, as well as the other two women at the front desk we encountered. Our dog returned home happy and healthy, and she is completely herself! We look forward to bringing her back for daycare and boarding in the future. Thank you all for your outstanding care!

Our rescue Roxy is very fearful and aggressive towards strangers. We rarely have company in our home to spare her the anxiety and to prevent guests from possibly being bitten. We were planning a family vacation down the road and weren’t certain if we would all be able to go. After many searches we decided to reach out to Paws pet resort to try out a playdate . We were waiting for that phone call every mom does not want to get from their child’s school. We held our breaths when the call came and to our surprise (and we were extremely surprised), our Roxy had the time of her life. She was such a happy girl. We’ve now booked her for our vacation week and added weekly play dates. Can’t thank Paws enough

We had to travel to SOUTHINGTON and needed a place to leave the fur babies for a few hours. This place was highly rated with great reviews and was professional and personable at the same time. They contacted us with a mid day report. They did with pics and a voicemail message. A happy dog is a tired dog and our two fur babies were pooped.

I would like to recommend Paws Pet resort for the wonderful job they did taking care of my Nutella. Her first time away from me since I had her 5 years ago. I had surgery and needed to stay overnight. This group put my worries at ease and treated her as if she were theirs. She was there 3 nights and enjoyed playtime and treats with all her caretakers. All 3 of them.Thank you so much. Your baby will be well cared for with this group. ❤️

Today was Luci’s first visit. She is 2 years old and very anxious around strangers. We are very impressed with the staff. They are all so pleasant and knowledgeable and caring. Luci spent a half day and got a 1 1/2 hour play session in the yard with other dogs her size! There are two staff in the yard with them watching out! This is great. Scheduled a full day next week. We think this will help Luci develop in important ways. Very pleased! 🐾

My pup was so happy to stay at Paws. I called them looking for a place to board my pup after not being able to find a pet sitter in my home. They were able to take Bailey practically last minute and allayed any anxiety I had about boarding her as Bailey is a very nervous dog. All staff were kind and welcoming.

Stella loves coming here! It has been consistently positive for her as she is in great spirits when I pick her up. I also love how the staff sends photos keeping us reassured that all is well. The 'report card' at the end of her stay, is unique and ❤ caring!

My dog comes home happy and playful! He loves when we pack his bag for day care or overnight, he knows where he is going and drags us out the door to get there..ALL staff helpful, friendly and Brody loves them. I feel very safe to leave my dog in the care of Paws!

Denver had the best first day at daycare, I couldn’t ask for a better place to have him stay and work out all his energy. You guys are amazing and he is so excited to come back again!

PetEx Pet Sitting was wonderful! My pets and home were well taken care of while I was away. I preferred Mary's services over others because of her personal dedication and one on one services. I no longer board my pets because of a history of them being ill for a week or so after being back home. My pets are always safer and at ease with staying home and utilizing pet sitting services. The last pet sitter I had moved out of state and I needed a new one quickly. Services that were very impersonal were irritating to me with online applications and the inability to meet all of their employees that may be entering my home and caring for my pets. Other reviews prompted me to contact PetEx so, thanks to those that also rated PetEx so highly. I understand why the reviews are great now and am confident that the next time I need pet sitting services, I will be using PetEx. Thank you Mary!!!! We arrived home to happy and healthy pups and kitty : )

Mary took excellent care of our pets when we were out of town over the holidays. She was so great with our furry babies (2 cats and 2 dogs). They loved meeting her at the meet and greet, and she was clear about what we could expect. She was great about communicating with us before, during, and after our trip, and she sent us lots of pics of our buddies. We missed them a lot, so it was great to know they were in good hands. We will definitely call her again the next time we need a pet sitter.

Mary is wonderful! She did a combo board/train with my dog Marty for a full month while I was on vacation and I was so impressed with her training and care. Marty had never been away from me that long and it was difficult for him at first, and Mary was kind and patient while she trained and cared for him. I dropped off a very anxious, stubborn dog that was ruling my home, and I picked up a happy, calm, dog that listens. I’m so appreciative of Mary and what she has done for me and Marty and would highly recommend her services!

Will definitely book with Mary again! I never left my two Boston Terriers with anyone… well I did once years ago and came home to sick dogs! We booked a family vacation and I had to find someone to watch my fur babies. We booked a sitter to move into my home for 7 nights, we also booked a kennel that was highly reputable, but I just wasn’t feeling good about either. Then I saw Mary’s website and reached out to her . She came to my home to visit us and meet my dogs, went over all the paperwork and explained her methods. Mary is very professional, super nice and very sincere and definitely knows a lot about dog behavior and needs. She sent pics and updates daily and when we brought them home they were healthy and happy ! I highly recommend Mary and will be booking her again in the spring !

We were so happy we found Mary to be our dog walker! Mary is so dependable and responsible she is always on time and she communicates with us with pictures and texts on how things are going. I would highly recommend Mary to anyone who loves there pets ! Our dog loves Mary too!

Mary is a very dedicated and responsible individual who demonstrates caring and expertise while caring for our pet. Mary is flexible and is always willing to support what is best for our pet’s needs and schedule. She provides us with frequent updates on our pet while he is in her care. We are very pleased with the pet care services we have received.

Mary from PetEx is amazing. She took care of my cat Autumn while I was on vacation. We met beforehand to discuss Autumn’s needs and she was very thorough. She texted me daily pictures and updated me. I felt very confident with Mary and highly recommend her. If you want a reliable & exceptional pet sitter Mary is the one for you.

Mary is phenomenal with our German Shepherd and Pekingese mix. She has built such a strong rapport with both of them and can tell they really love her. Both of them get lots of playtime, walks, training, and quality time together with her. Feel much better leaving them at home while at work knowing she’s coming over to take care of them. Would highly recommend her.

I recently found myself needing to board my special needs dog so that I could travel to the west coast for my granddaughter's graduation from high school. Bree (my schnauzer) is a rescue that has some behavioral issues. She is very fearful and hasn't been out of my sight in four years so I wasn't sure how she would react in unfamiliar surroundings. After discussing this with Mary in our initial meeting we decided to do a trial for one night to see how she reacts. Well as it turns out she was fine! Mary has a way about her with dogs that put my concerns to rest. Bree stayed with Mary for almost two weeks during which Mary sent me pictures and texts to keep me updated on how Bree was doing. She provided my wife and I the peace of mind that we needed to enjoy out vacation. Thank you Mary for taking care of our baby! Looking forward to the next time.

Mary (PetEx) is a pet lover so loves being with and taking care of pets! We feel good about leaving our one year old black Lab mix, Otis, with her when we’re away rather than boarding him in a kennel where he’d spend at least 12 hours alone in a crate!! ☹️ Otis likes Mary (he thinks she’s a big toy 😂) and likes playing with the other dogs she watches when he’s there. (No more than 5 at a time, but most often less). We highly recommend Mary and PetEx!

We love Paw Haven! I've been taking my pup here for over a year and I'm continuously impressed. The kind staff clearly care about all the pups and are looking out for them. Benny goes for camp a couple of days and week and I've boarded him on several occasions. He loves it and I can't imagine taking him anywhere else. They have an app to use for bookings and are overall great at communicating. 10/10 recommend!

Paw Haven has been a godsend for my high energy doggo. She walks in with excitement & walks out very tired. The staff is great! Friendly, kind, & always busting their butts to get the doggos out on time. You can really tell they love spending time with every pup! They give the best silly little updates. Would recommend over & over!

Rosie (3 year old Boston terrier) loves Paw Haven and has been going there since she was a puppy! Daycare or an overnight, Rosie can’t wait to go and always comes back a happy pup. Thanks to the Paw Haven family for taking great care of Rosie and for all the awesome pictures!!

My chocolate lab mix “Edmond” and husky “Sissy” have been going to Paw Haven (dog daycare) for at least a year now. They love the staff and the other dogs and they come home tired & happy. The facility itself is huge and beautiful and the prices are on par with or less than any doggy daycare you’d find in the area (I’ve done my research, trust me). The staff does cute activities for holidays and PH also offers grooming and boarding services which I haven’t yet used but it’s a nice option to have. Some other things I like: the facility has cameras, there is a quick response time should you have any questions and the interview/orientation process was simple and straightforward. There really aren’t many cons, the only time there was any confusion/issues was several months back when more staff was being hired and a lot of people were in training all at once (which is understandable). No issues since that brief window of time. I really love this facility and know they take good care of my favorite people - my pups.

I’ve sent my dog here several times over the past two years and have always been pleased with the experience! The staff are all very kind and my dog seems so happy when I come to pick her up. The livestream webcams are a huge plus and I love being able to check in on her watch her play while I’m away. They also periodically send photo updates of your pup during their stay. I’m moving from the area which is unfortunate because I’ve yet to have another boarding experience that rivals Paw Haven!

Paw Haven is honestly a dream come true! Our dog has a lot of energy. He needs an environment where he can burn it off in a safe capacity. He pulls my arm off when we get out of the car in the parking lot because he’s so excited to walk through the door. He loves his social time and spends all day running around, instead of sitting at home waiting for us to return. Later when he gets home he sleeps from that moment on through the ENTIRE night. Tired dogs are happy dogs and this rings true over and over again. Not to mention that we love the friendly staff, we get to “check-in” periodically to see him playing with his friends through Paw Haven’s camera system, AND at the end of every day we get a handful of adorable photos! I tell my husband all the time, daycare at Paw Haven is worth every single cent!

An exceptionally bad experience! We are traveling to the area for the holiday and when I first called I was told that they can accept our dogs for daycare after I create an account, uploade vaccine records and book a meet and greet. We did all of that, called back and was told we need to upload records of a fecal test, so I had to call my Vet in Michigan and get them to send me lab test, which I did and uploaded to their account. I called back only to be told they had not sorted out their interview policy for this week and they actually aren't accepting new dogs for daycare! I spent almost an hour and a half running around to do what they asked for after two separate calls with two separate people only to be told they weren't fully organized with their holiday week policy! How is this a business? Obviously poor operations if the management can't communicate to the employees fielding calls.

Our pups love their time at Paw Haven! When we board them, we get them a Luxury Suite that they can stay in together, and it has Live Webcams that we can use to check in on them throughout the day. We love the report cards and photo updates at the end of each night, and love the optional add-ons we can purchase to spoil the pups a little extra while we’re away.

Love this place! I know I can trust them with my pup whenever I leave him here. He always comes home so tired from a long day of play! Plus they always send me a report card of how he did that day along with pictures!! They make my day. It’s nice that they always make sure to keep you updated. The website also has a camera in the playrooms so you can check on your fur baby when you miss them. Not only that but some rooms have a camera so you can see your baby after the playroom camera goes off for the night. Really saved me and my husband when we went on vacation. I always recommend this place to my friends. Pawhaven is AMAZING. Id trust them with my real children if they took them too 😂attaching an adorable pic they took of my pup 🥹

My puppy Bruno LOVE pawhaven!!! He is staying for the week in boarding and he is so so happy there! Every time he walks in, he immediately starts jumping and barking with excitement! Absolutely bring your dog here if you need day care and/or boarding!

We began taking our golden doodle, Ruby to The Crate Escape one day a week for doggie daycare as a way to give her playtime with other dogs and get her acclimated before we knew we were going to board her when we went on vacation. The staff is fantastic and very friendly. Our boarding experience was also great. The staff kept us updated on how Ruby was doing and we were able to have her bathed before we picked her up. Ruby loves it there too, her tail starts wagging when we pull up to drop her off. Ruby and I give Crate Escape 5 stars.

I had my nephew take my puppy here yesterday for grooming. All they did was little trimming on her tail and ears. Called back today and complained about it, asked if I can take her back and groom her properly, but I was refused with attitude. I definitely don't recommend them and will never go back.

My sitter backed out last minute on my 4 month old pup. I was a mess, trying to figure out how to take my highschool kids to college visits and ensure the pup was safe and cared for in our absence. I was beyond grateful to Chris and her staff for making it a painless process and taking her last minute on April break! She was super excited to see us and clearly had much needed play time!!

maui gets so excited when he sees us pull into the daycare! all the staff are so friendly n genuinely caring about all their animals here. every so often i get picture mail of my puppy as well :)) i’m really grateful i brought my puppy here & have recommended them to others!

It was my first time ever getting my golden retriever ranger groomed and had a great experience. Staff was friendly and my boy couldn’t have looked more handsome. Will be returning soon!

We love the Crate Escape! Our shy and reserved puppy has come a long way in coming out of her shell, and going to the Crate Escape is her favorite part of her week now. I especially love the little report the staff gives me when I come to pick her up at the end of the day when she's there. Other puppies are her favorite thing, and she loves coming here to play with all her friends.

Our puppy spent the day today at The Crate Escape for doggie daycare. The staff is so kind. They integrated our pup with a few dogs at a time instead of putting her with all the dogs at once which was great! The staff has excellent communication and is very pleasant. We look forward to having our pup stay with The Crate Escape again!

My 3 dogs love to go to Crate Escape, they get so excited everytime they walk in the door!! I wouldn’t send my dogs anywhere else they get to play all day with other dogs while being supervised and then they get to snuggle together in their crate at night! The staff is friendly, dog loving care takers! I recommend great escape to every one I know that has a dog I’m happy I found such a great place to bring my dogs when I am out of town!

I have been using Crate Escape for the last 2 years for both boarding and day care. The staff are the best, taking great care of the dogs and getting to know them and the owners. I love the facility and have never had a single issue. They really look after the dogs and when my puppy started shying away from the big dogs, they moved her in with the small breeds. I truly trust Chris and her staff and would give them 6 stars if I could.

We love crate escape. Both our dogs have attended and were always well taken care. Our Bulldog out grew daycare and had an issue and was asked to not come back. However Chris and her staff did a wonderful job in handling the situation and we totally agree that the safety of other dogs and staff must always come first. Our second dog Albert loves Crate Escape. He always comes home tired and happy from a great day of play. Throughout the day I am able to watch the webcam and see what he is up to. We couldn't of asked for a better place to take care of our pups. Thank you for all you do!!!!