Dog Boarding in Boston

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1. Elizabeth T

South Boston, MA, 02127

from$59per night

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2. Ashley K

Boston, MA, 02115

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3. Gavin G

Brighton, MA, 02135

from$79per night

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4. Kayla D

Brookline, MA, 02446

from$58per night

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5. Lauren P

Somerville, MA, 02143

from$73per night

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Somerville, MA, 02143

6. Boaz S

Brookline, MA, 02446

from$71per night

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7. Jovahn D

Dorchester, MA, 02121

from$83per night

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Dorchester, MA, 02121

8. Christina M

South Boston, MA, 02127

from$78per night

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9. Selina L

Roxbury, MA, 02119

from$59per night

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Roxbury, MA, 02119

10. Kaitlyn S

Boston, MA, 02215

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11. Skylar W

Boston, MA, 02128

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12. Katherine M

South Boston, MA, 02127

from$66per night

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13. Kevin P

Boston, MA, 02125

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14. Julia M

Brookline, MA, 02446

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15. Guiomar P

South Boston, MA, 02127

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16. Casey W

Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130

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17. Athena F

Roxbury, MA, 02120

from$41per night

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18. Ava A

Roxbury Crossing, MA, 02120

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19. Colton R

Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130

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20. Alexandros H

Boston, MA, 02120

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21. Rachel M

Roxbury, MA, 02120

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22. Julia L

Boston, MA, 02114

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23. Diana G

Dorchester, MA, 02125

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24. Kienan B

Roxbury, MA, 02120

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25. Casey C

Dorchester, MA, 02125

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Ryan,

Boston

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Emmy,

Boston

Thank you so much Boaz! We appreciate you keeping Mookie in the shade on such a hot day! It was so nice knowing he was well taken care of. We would love to have you walk him again sometime! Thank you so much!

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maura,

Boston

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Ryan,

Boston

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Anusha,

Boston

Thanks soooo much! He s always so happy to see you looks like!

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Elizabeth,

Boston

Boaz is a wonderful walker and went above and beyond giving me tips and tricks for my new dog. Know your pets are in great hands with him!!

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Anusha,

Boston

Thank you so much

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Elizabeth,

Boston

Nikhita did a wonderful job making sure my new dog got out for his potty break today. She is a great communicator and put my mind at ease while I was away at work:)

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Taylor,

Boston

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Ryan,

Boston

Thank you so much for walking Rosie this week!

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Ryan,

Boston

Thank you!!

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Emmy,

Boston

Thank you so much Boaz! We appreciate you keeping Mookie in the shade on such a hot day! It was so nice knowing he was well taken care of. We would love to have you walk him again sometime! Thank you so much!

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maura,

Boston

Thank you!

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Ryan,

Boston

thank you!!

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Anusha,

Boston

Thanks soooo much! He s always so happy to see you looks like!

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Elizabeth,

Boston

Boaz is a wonderful walker and went above and beyond giving me tips and tricks for my new dog. Know your pets are in great hands with him!!

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The best dog friendly neighborhoods in Boston
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Woofstock

What do you get when you combine canines, cocktails, live music, and a whole lot more? You get Woofstock, one of Boston’s best dog-friendly events! Held at the SoWa Open Market, this grrr-eat day out is the perfect excuse to enjoy cocktails like the Moscow Drool, Hair of the Dog Bloody Mary, the Greyhound, and more! You can also indulge in some food truck delights with your dog by your side. There are lawn games, a doggy play area, and live music to keep your paws moving. Best of all, bar proceeds and all VIP Swag Bags sold at the event benefit Last Hope K9 Rescue!
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PAWS on the Trail 4K Fun Run/Walk

If you love being active with your pooch, this is the event for you! Run to benefit Protection of Animals in Wakefield Society (PAWS), this 4K fun-run or walk is open to animal lovers of all ages and fitness levels. The course winds its way through the Reading Town Forest along scenic hiking trails and rocky gravel roads, promising plenty of beautiful scenery while you raise money for an excellent cause. So strap on your running shoes and get ready to raise a sweat!
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Paws in the Park

A day out at this festival is like no other ordinary trip to the park with your dog! Held at Longfellow's Wayside Inn in Sudbury, this fun fundraiser raises much-needed money for homeless dogs — and lets you and your furry friend have a whole heap of fun while you do it. As well as a explore a huge range of vendors and exhibitors, your pooch can play games, try his paw at agility, and even sit back and watch the parade of adoptable dogs. There’s also face painting for the kids, a silent auction, and plenty of tasty treats, so every member of the family will go home happy!
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Somerville Dog Festival

Organized by the Somerville Foundation for Animals, this free, family-friendly festival is all about having fun with Fido. Held at Somerville’s Trum Field, it features a huge range of canine-centric events including best trick and best costume contests, agility events, rally nosework, weightpull and kibble quest. Throw in training tips, free come-when-called classes, and the ever-popular Doggie Fun Zone, and you’ve got the makings of a paw-some pet event! All of these fun and games raise money for the Foundation’s Somerville Pet Food Bank, so people don’t have to face the heartbreaking choice of whether to feed their pet or themselves.
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Barks & Rec

Looking for a way to go out and about with your dog, get some fresh air, and spend some quality time with a whole lot of other like-minded animal lovers? Barks & Rec is just what you need. This fun-filled day out takes place in Peters Park and raises funds for local non-profit rescue groups. Event highlights include training demonstrations, live music, food and drink, a cornhole, raffle, and a number of other games and prizes. It’s good old-fashioned fun for you and your furry friend, so check it out each October!
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