Ruffin Inn provides luxury dog boarding for Albertville, MN families at our eight-acre facility in Buffalo, MN. About 19 minutes from Albertville, MN. Albertville families know the I-94 stretch by heart, and Ruffin Inn is a simple run west of the Outlets. It's the kind of drive you can do before work without rearranging your morning. Private suites, supervised group play, and frequent photo updates have earned 5.0 stars across 360+ Google reviews. We also offer daycare, grooming, training, and cat boarding.
Boarding for Albertville families
A lot of our Albertville clients found us by word of mouth from neighbors in St. Michael and Otsego, where families pass our reviews around. They board for travel, use weekday daycare to burn off energy, and book grooming before the holidays. The short freeway hop keeps all of that easy.
Why Albertville dog owners choose Ruffin Inn
- Minutes from the Outlets. A straight run west on I-94 from Albertville. Close enough to make daycare a weekday habit, not just a travel-day errand.
- Luxury boarding environment. Private suites with solid sheetrock or glass walls, group play yards, and raised cots. No chain-link cages, same standards every day.
- Frequent photo updates. More than 5,500 families follow our Facebook for frequent photos. You'll see your dog while they're with us.
- Most-reviewed in Wright County. 5.0 stars across 360+ Google reviews from Albertville and beyond.
Getting here from Albertville
About 19 minutes from Albertville, west on I-94 and over toward Buffalo. About 19 minutes west of the Albertville Outlets.
Questions from Albertville families
How do most Albertville families hear about Ruffin Inn?
Word of mouth. Albertville, St. Michael, and Otsego families tend to share their experiences, and our 5.0 star rating across 360-plus Google reviews carries a lot of weight in that corridor.
How far is Ruffin Inn from Albertville, MN?
Ruffin Inn is approximately 19 minutes from Albertville, MN, at 2667 Dague Ave NE in Buffalo. About 19 minutes from Albertville, west on I-94 and over toward Buffalo.
Do you board dogs from Albertville?
Yes. Many Albertville families board their dogs with us. Pet families across Wright County and the surrounding 50 miles choose Ruffin Inn for the luxury boarding environment and the frequent photo updates.
Is Ruffin Inn a luxury boarding facility?
Yes. Every boarding dog gets a private suite with solid sheetrock or glass walls and a raised cot, plays in open group yards with trained handlers, and takes a midday nap break. No chain-link cages or jail-like runs anywhere on the property.
What vaccinations do you require?
Rabies, DHPP (distemper combo), and Bordetella, with Bordetella administered at least 7 days before the first stay. Same requirements for boarding, daycare, grooming, and training.
Can I tour the facility before my dog stays?
Yes. We have an open-door tour policy. Drop in during business hours, or schedule a tour through our booking portal. Tours typically take 10 to 15 minutes.
How much does dog boarding cost?
Boarding starts at $49 per night for the first dog as one all-inclusive rate, with 30% off each additional dog from the same family. See our rates page for current pricing on all services.
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Book your Albertville dog's first stay
New families get a quick orientation visit before the first overnight.
Or call (763) 682-4247