Ruffin Inn provides luxury dog boarding for Maple Lake, MN families at our eight-acre facility in Buffalo, MN. About 11 minutes from Maple Lake, MN. Maple Lake is one of our closest neighbors, about eleven minutes east on Highway 55. That short hop makes Ruffin Inn a genuine daycare option for Maple Lake dogs, not just a place to board for trips. 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 Maple Lake families
Being this close, Maple Lake families treat us almost like an extension of home. Dogs come a couple of days a week for daycare, board over summer lake weekends, and get a bath before the holidays. The eleven-minute drive on Highway 55 is shorter than a lot of in-town errands.
Why Maple Lake dog owners choose Ruffin Inn
- One of our closest towns. Eleven minutes east on Highway 55. Close enough that regular daycare actually fits a Maple Lake family's week.
- 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 Maple Lake and beyond.
Getting here from Maple Lake
About 11 minutes east of Maple Lake on Highway 55 into Buffalo. Just east of Maple Lake on Highway 55.
Questions from Maple Lake families
Is Maple Lake close enough for regular daycare?
Definitely. At about eleven minutes on Highway 55, Maple Lake is one of our closest towns, so plenty of families bring dogs in for weekday daycare as well as boarding.
How far is Ruffin Inn from Maple Lake, MN?
Ruffin Inn is approximately 11 minutes from Maple Lake, MN, at 2667 Dague Ave NE in Buffalo. About 11 minutes east of Maple Lake on Highway 55 into Buffalo.
Do you board dogs from Maple Lake?
Yes. Many Maple Lake 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 Maple Lake dog's first stay
New families get a quick orientation visit before the first overnight.
Or call (763) 682-4247