Where Your Dog Becomes Part of Our Family
Safe, structured, joyful care for dogs who deserve more than a kennel. Small groups. Real updates. Peace of mind.
A day at Ruffin Inn
See What Makes Us Different
Most pet lodges offer a room and a bowl. We offer a second home. Watch how our structured playgroups, attentive staff, and safety-first approach give dogs (and their owners) something truly special.
From the moment your pup walks through our doors, they’re greeted by name, matched to the right play group, and treated like family — because that’s exactly what they become.
Ready to Get Started?
Choose the path that fits where you are right now.
See It In Person
Walk our facility. Meet the team. Ask anything. No pressure, no sales pitch — just come see for yourself.
Book a Tour →Create a Pet Profile
Already sold? Set up your dog’s profile on our portal so we’re ready for their first visit.
Set Up Profile →Just Give Us a Call
Questions? Challenging dog? Special needs? Call us and we’ll talk it through — honestly and helpfully.
(763) 330-2355 →What Sets Us Apart
Our core values aren’t on a poster in the break room. They’re in every decision we make, every day.
Radical Transparency
Photos, report cards, feeding logs, medication tracking — all electronically logged, all available to you. No black box. You’ll always know exactly how your dog’s day is going.
Safety Is an Obsession
Every interaction supervised. Every incident documented in real time. AI-enhanced monitoring flags personality conflicts and feeding issues before they become problems.
Extended Family
We know every dog by name. We celebrate birthdays. We go above and beyond — including care and transport to the vet when your pet needs it. This isn’t a facility. It’s family.
Extreme Accountability
Problems don’t get passed around here. Every team member owns their work. Electronically logged feedings, medications, and care notes mean nothing falls through the cracks.
Stage Ready
Our facility looks and runs like you could walk in any minute — because you can. Clean spaces, professional team, and a standard we hold ourselves to every single day.
AI-Enhanced Care
Smart alerts flag personality conflicts, feeding irregularities, and medication issues automatically. Technology that supports our team so nothing gets missed.
What Families Are Saying
4.96 stars across 350+ reviews. Here’s why.
“We’ve tried three other places in the area. Ruffin Inn is the only one where our anxious rescue actually wags her tail when we pull into the parking lot.”
“The report cards and photos make my day. I travel for work knowing my dogs are getting better care than I give them at home. That’s not a joke.”
“Small groups make all the difference. Our German Shepherd used to come home exhausted and stressed. Here, he comes home happy and calm.”
“We have a reactive greyhound and it was our first time boarding her. The staff knew exactly how to handle a dog like her and love her too. We will definitely bring her back!”
“Our lab has never liked boarding but she loves going to Ruffin Inn. She always comes home calm and happy! They are absolutely the best!”
“The care you provide and the pictures you post make it so easy to trust our fur baby with you. We will recommend you over anyone else!”
“From drop off to pick up the staff is super friendly! The place looks very clean and Wally is very tired from playing so much. Great place to socialize your dog!”
“The Staff was very friendly, and I liked how they were mopping/cleaning when I walked in the door. Marilyn the groomer did a great job on my Leo!”
“Olly has been going for daycare around two days a week. He would never let us take him out of the car if he didn’t like it. We love them and Olly loves them.”
“When I called to check on them they were attentive and detailed on how they were doing. Our 2 dogs stayed there for Thanksgiving and had a great time.”
Not Sure If We’re the Right Fit?
Reactive dog? Anxiety issues? Medication needs? We’ve seen it all. Our on-staff trainer works with challenging cases every day, and our team is trained in canine body language, de-escalation, and positive reinforcement.
If you’re unsure, just call. We’ll talk through your situation and be honest about whether we can help.
Call Us: (763) 330-2355 Boarding & Daycare Options
Straightforward pricing. No hidden fees. Every stay includes supervised play and daily photos.
Overnight Boarding
- Private suite with Kuranda bed
- Supervised playgroup sessions daily
- Daily photo updates
- Report card at checkout
- Medication administration included
- Additional dogs from $34/night
Dog Daycare
- Small group play matched by temperament
- Indoor & outdoor play areas
- Nap time & quiet breaks built in
- Daily photo updates
- 5-day packs from $26.75/day
- 20-day packs from $24/day
Grooming & Spa
- Nail trim from $15
- Staff bath & nail trim available
- Full groom from $60
- A la carte — mix & match services
- Add-on to any boarding or daycare stay
- Pricing by dog size (S/M/L/XL)
Common Questions
Everything you want to know before your first visit.
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