Trusted Dog Boarding in Minnesota: Personalized Care That Feels Like Home
About Mutts & Mates | Premium Dog Boarding, Daycare & Training in Minnesota
Mutts & Mates is a full-service, in-home dog boarding, daycare, dog walking, and dog training business based in Credit River, Minnesota. We provide personalized, loving care for dogs and other pets in a home environment that feels like a second home — not a kennel.
Whether you need in-home dog boarding, doggy daycare, daily dog walking, or professional dog training, we treat every dog like our own. We also offer in-home pet sitting for cats, fish, birds, bearded dragons, and other small animals while you’re away.
We like to say we are making the world a better place one dog (and one stay) at a time.
Our Story
Mutts & Mates was founded in 2012 in San Diego, California. What started as simply helping neighbors with dog sitting and pet sitting quickly grew into a passion-driven business. After visiting many local kennels, I became frustrated with the impersonal, high-pressure environment — loud facilities, dogs left in runs for long hours, and extra fees for basic needs like playtime and walks.
I knew there had to be a better way. So I started offering in-home dog boarding and pet care through Rover. Word-of-mouth spread fast as first-time clients became lifelong clients, and their friends started reaching out too. The relationships we built with both the dogs and their owners became the heart of our business.
In 2020, my family and I moved back to Minnesota. With deep roots here and a strong local network, Mutts & Mates naturally grew. I stepped away from Rover to fully focus on building my own brand and expanding our services to include professional dog training and future pet product offerings.
Why Families Choose Mutts & Mates
We believe dogs deserve more than a cage and a schedule — they deserve comfort, exercise, socialization, and genuine affection. Our in-home approach means fewer dogs at one time, more personalized attention, and a calm, loving atmosphere.
More recently, I was honored to be featured in Voyage Minnesota Magazine as a local small business owner. You can read the article here.
If you’re looking for trustworthy dog boarding in Minnesota, dog daycare near the Twin Cities, or a true pet care partner who genuinely cares, I’d love to connect. Whether you just want to chat about your dog or are ready to book services, please reach out on our contact page.
