Business Details
11 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Holistic Pet Care in Bedford, NH
Pup 'N Pals was founded in 2015 with a mission to provide personalized, holistic pet care that prioritizes natural enrichment and well-being. Our approach focuses on creating a low-stress environment for pets through structured outdoor exercise, socialization opportunities, and individualized attention. As a licensed and insured provider in Bedford, New Hampshire, we specialize in dog walking services and small animal boarding, utilizing nontoxic cleaning products and climate-controlled spaces to ensure safety and comfort. Our owner, Kassia Russell, brings extensive animal care expertise from her University of New Hampshire degree in animal science and hands-on experience with diverse species.We emphasize mental stimulation through enrichment activities while maintaining a calm atmosphere that respects each pet's unique personality. Our commitment to continuous learning in canine behavior and small animal health ensures we deliver services that align with both modern standards and natural instincts. By combining professional expertise with genuine passion, we aim to enhance pets' lives while providing owners with reliable, transparent care solutions.
Services
Dog Walking
Small Pet Boarding
K9 Fitness Club
Pet Socialization
Enrichment Activities
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized care based on 8+ years of animal science expertise
- Our low-stress environments use nontoxic cleaning products and natural settings
- Structured fitness programs include outdoor exercise and socialization opportunities
- Climate-controlled boarding rooms with mental stimulation activities
- Owner holds animal science degree and maintains professional industry memberships
Services
Dog Walking
Structured fitness programs for dogs include outdoor exercise sessions designed to maintain physical health and prevent behavioral issues. Our pack walking services provide socialization opportunities in calm environments while focusing on balanced training techniques. Each session emphasizes natural movement patterns and mental stimulation through varied terrain exploration.
Small Pet Boarding
Luxury in-home boarding for small animals features climate-controlled rooms with natural lighting and soothing music. We provide spacious accommodations for rabbits, guinea pigs, and similar pets using organic bedding materials and certified nontoxic cleaning products. Each guest receives individual attention and enrichment activities to maintain well-being during their stay.
K9 Fitness Club
Our specialized fitness program combines physical exercise with behavioral development through structured pack walks. The service focuses on building confidence in nervous dogs while maintaining leadership and consistency. Sessions include terrain-based workouts and socialization exercises designed to create well-balanced canine companions through natural movement patterns.
Pet Socialization
Socialization services help dogs develop proper interaction skills through controlled pack environments. Our programs focus on gradual exposure to different temperaments while maintaining structured leadership. The service addresses specific behavioral needs through consistent routines and positive reinforcement techniques that promote long-term confidence and social competence in various settings.
Enrichment Activities
Customized enrichment programs provide mental challenges for both dogs and small pets. For dogs, this includes scent work and problem-solving exercises during walks. Small pets receive interactive toys and habitat modifications to encourage natural behaviors. All activities are designed to reduce stress and prevent boredom through species-specific cognitive engagement strategies.
People
Kassia Russell
Owner
Kassia Russell founded Pup 'N Pals with her animal science degree from the University of New Hampshire. She brings extensive experience caring for diverse species and maintains professional memberships in pet care associations. Her focus on holistic approaches combines scientific knowledge with practical expertise to create enriching environments for all pets.
Questions
What pet species do you care for?
We specialize in dog walking services and small animal boarding for rabbits, guinea pigs, and similar pets in Bedford, NH.
How do you ensure pet safety during group activities?
Our pack walking program uses structured leadership, consistent group compositions, and gradual socialization techniques to create safe environments for all dogs.
What makes your boarding service unique?
We provide climate-controlled rooms with natural lighting, organic bedding, and nontoxic cleaning products for small pets in a low-stress home environment.
Do you accommodate pets with special needs?
Yes, our individualized care approach allows us to create customized enrichment plans and modify environments to suit specific health or behavioral requirements.
How do you handle emergency situations?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency services, we maintain close relationships with local veterinary professionals and provide detailed care instructions for pet owners.
