Ruffin Inn provides luxury dog boarding for Monticello, MN families at our eight-acre facility in Buffalo, MN. About 14 minutes from Monticello, MN. For Monticello families, Ruffin Inn is a straight shot south down Highway 25, no freeway and no metro traffic. It's close enough that a lot of Monticello dogs come for daycare, not just overnight stays. 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 Monticello families
Monticello sits right on I-94, so plenty of our Monticello clients board before heading out of town for work or holidays. Drop the dog with us on the way to the interstate and you're not doubling back. Families near Bertram Chain of Lakes also use us when summer plans mean the dog can't tag along on the water.
Why Monticello dog owners choose Ruffin Inn
- Easy run down Highway 25. No interstate merge and no city traffic between Monticello and our front gate. The drive is about fourteen quiet minutes.
- 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 Monticello and beyond.
Getting here from Monticello
About 14 minutes south of Monticello on Highway 25, straight through to Buffalo. A short drive south from Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park.
Questions from Monticello families
Do a lot of Monticello dogs come for daycare?
Yes. Because the Highway 25 drive is short and traffic-free, many Monticello families use us for weekday daycare as well as overnight boarding. Daycare dogs play in supervised group yards and go home tired.
How far is Ruffin Inn from Monticello, MN?
Ruffin Inn is approximately 14 minutes from Monticello, MN, at 2667 Dague Ave NE in Buffalo. About 14 minutes south of Monticello on Highway 25, straight through to Buffalo.
Do you board dogs from Monticello?
Yes. Many Monticello 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 Monticello dog's first stay
New families get a quick orientation visit before the first overnight.
Or call (763) 682-4247