Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Dog's Home Away From Home in Minneapolis
Ruff Love Dogs has been dedicated to providing exceptional dog care services to the Minneapolis and Saint Paul communities since 2011. Our 7,000-square-foot facility is designed with your pet's comfort and safety in mind, featuring four indoor playrooms tailored to different energy levels and two expansive outdoor play areas. We prioritize creating a fun, clean, and social environment where dogs can thrive under the supervision of our experienced, dog-loving team. Our climate-controlled space ensures year-round comfort, while our structured introduction process helps every dog adjust at their own pace. As a locally owned business, we understand the importance of trust and personal relationships, which is why we strive to build meaningful connections with every pet in our care.From daycare to boarding, we offer flexible scheduling and amenities like Kuranda beds to replicate the comforts of home. Our commitment to proper socialization and behavior training ensures dogs of all breeds, sizes, and ages develop essential skills. With convenient pickup and drop-off times, we aim to make quality pet care accessible for busy pet owners. Our vaccination and health requirements reflect our dedication to maintaining a safe environment for all dogs. Whether your pup needs daily exercise or a home-away-from-home during travel, Ruff Love Dogs combines expertise with genuine care to give your pet the best possible experience.
Services
Dog Daycare
Pet Boarding
Puppy Socialization
Dog Evaluations
Vaccination Compliance
Flexible Scheduling
Flea Tick Protection
Pet Meal Services
Behavior Training
Health Monitoring
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer a 7,000+ square foot climate-controlled facility for year-round comfort
- Our team has extensive experience in dog care and socialization training
- We maintain strict safety protocols with structured dog introduction processes
- Our locally owned operation prioritizes personal relationships with every pet
- We provide flexible scheduling with extended weekday and weekend hours
What people say
Amazing staff
Loves it
Friendly
So comfortable
Tuckered out
Services
Dog Daycare
Our dog daycare provides 7,000+ square feet of play space with four indoor rooms and two outdoor areas. Dogs socialize with various breeds while our trained staff monitors behavior and encourages positive interactions. Climate-controlled facilities ensure comfort year-round with commercial HVAC systems maintaining optimal temperatures.
Pet Boarding
Boarding guests enjoy supervised play during business hours and rest in spacious suites with Kuranda beds. Security features include video surveillance and alarm systems. Owners may bring personal bedding and meals, with special accommodations for medication administration and dietary needs.
Dog Evaluations
All new dogs undergo structured evaluations to ensure safe integration. Our senior handlers introduce dogs gradually to smaller groups before full socialization. This process helps identify individual needs while maintaining safety for all pets in our care.
Vaccination Compliance
We enforce strict vaccination protocols including DHPP, bordetella, and rabies. Dogs over six months must be spayed/neutered. Regular fecal testing ensures a healthy environment. These measures protect all pets while maintaining regulatory compliance and community health standards.
Flexible Scheduling
Daycare services operate from 6:30 AM to 8:00 PM on weekdays with weekend hours from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Last drop-off time is 1:00 PM daily. Reservations are optional but recommended during peak periods to guarantee availability.
Questions
What are your payment policies?
Payment is due at pickup for daycare services. Boarding reservations require payment at booking. We accept major credit cards and cash for all services.
What vaccination records are required?
Dogs must have current DHPP, bordetella, and rabies vaccinations. A negative fecal test within the last 12 months is also required for all pets.
How do you handle dog introductions?
We use a structured process where new dogs meet staff and small groups gradually before joining larger play sessions to ensure safe socialization for all pets.
What are your operating hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 6:30 AM-8:00 PM, Saturday-Sunday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM. Last drop-off time is 1:00 PM daily.
Can I bring personal items for my dog?
Yes, you may bring bedding and meals in labeled containers. We recommend durable toys but cannot accept raw food or small ingestible items.
What's your cancellation policy?
Boarding cancellations require 72-hour notice for full refunds. Daycare packages expire six months after purchase if unused.
