Pet-friendly places in Boston

At Home Veterinary

Mobile veterinary house calls for cats and dogs across Greater Boston and MetroWest

Small Door Veterinary - Newton Centre

Membership-based vet clinic offering same-day appointments, 24/7 telehealth, and comprehensive surgical/dental care.

Small Door Veterinary - Brookline

Membership-based vet clinic offering same-day appointments, 24/7 telehealth, and comprehensive surgical/dental care.

Bond Vet - Seaport

Primary and urgent care clinic offering same-day appointments, telehealth, and transparent pricing in Boston's Seaport District.

VEG ER for Pets

24/7 emergency and urgent care hospital for dogs, cats, and exotics with no appointments needed.

Tandem Veterinary Clinic - East Boston

Mobile and pop-up veterinary clinic serving East Boston with wellness, urgent care, and diagnostics.

VEG ER for Pets

24/7 emergency and urgent care hospital for all species including exotics

Tandem Mobile Vet - Cambridge Crossing

Hybrid vet with Somerville clinic and mobile pop-ups across Greater Boston offering transparent pricing and cardiac care.

Sleepy Dog Veterinary

Fear-free integrative vet offering acupuncture, herbal medicine, and home visits in Arlington

Jamaica Plain Animal Clinic

Independently-owned outpatient clinic offering same-day visits, surgery, and dental care in Jamaica Plain.

Tandem Veterinary Clinic - Somerville

Full-service and urgent care clinic with transparent pricing and on-site diagnostics

The Pet's Vet North End

Full-service North End clinic offering surgery, dentistry, and senior care with USDA travel certification.

Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital

24/7 emergency and specialty animal hospital serving Greater Boston

SeaPort Veterinary Hospital

Comprehensive care for dogs, cats, and exotics with modern surgical and diagnostic facilities

Bond Vet - Somerville

Full-service vet offering urgent care, wellness, and surgery with same-day appointments and telehealth.

Huron Veterinary Hospital

Neighborhood small-animal clinic offering advanced diagnostics and individualized care

VCA Brookline Animal Hospital

Full-service veterinary hospital offering advanced care, surgery, and preventive medicine for cats and dogs.

Porter Square Veterinarian

Full-service clinic offering wellness, surgery, urgent care, and pocket pet support since 1977

Charles Street Animal Clinic

Multi-location Boston clinic offering wellness, surgery, dental, and international travel certificates

South Bay Veterinary Group

Historic Boston veterinary group with two locations offering full-service care, surgery, and international travel certificates.

Banfield Pet Hospital

Full-service veterinary hospital offering preventive care, surgery, diagnostics, and wellness plans for dogs and cats.

Boston Animal Hospital

Cat-Friendly Certified full-service vet with laser therapy and on-site resort connection

Emmerson Animal Hospital

Full-service veterinary hospital offering medical, dental, surgical, and boarding care for cats and dogs

VCA City Cats Hospital

Full-service veterinary hospital specializing in feline care with advanced surgery and boarding.

VCA Everett Animal Hospital

Full-service veterinary hospital offering advanced care, surgery, and urgent care for cats, dogs, and exotics.

Wellington Circle Veterinary Center

State-of-the-art small animal hospital offering full-service care, surgery, and diagnostics in Medford.

The Boston Cat Hospital

Full-service feline-only veterinary hospital in Jamaica Plain with in-house surgery and boarding

Angell Animal Medical Center

Comprehensive veterinary hospital with emergency, urgent care, and 14 specialty services alongside animal adoption centers.

METROVET Veterinary Clinic

Full-service veterinary clinic in Boston offering wellness, surgery, diagnostics, and urgent care.

Boston Veterinary Care

Full-service veterinary hospital where 100% of proceeds support animal rescue efforts

Come Together Animal Clinic

Full-service veterinary clinic offering orthopedic surgery, dental care, and emergency services in Boston.

Malden Animal Hospital

Full-service veterinary hospital offering medical, surgical, and dental care for dogs and cats since 1946.

Banfield Pet Hospital

Preventive care-focused vet clinic inside PetSmart offering wellness plans, surgery, and 24/7 virtual support.

Parkway Veterinary Hospital

Full-service animal hospital in West Roxbury offering surgery, dental care, and specialized canine rehabilitation.

Fresh Pond Animal Hospital

Full-service veterinary hospital for cats and dogs with senior pet focus and fear-free care

Neponset Pet Center & Animal Hospital

Full-service veterinary hospital with on-site grooming, boarding, daycare, and a retail shop in a 10,000 sq ft facility.

Back Bay Veterinary Clinic

AAHA-accredited, Fear Free certified clinic offering comprehensive care from wellness to surgery and imaging.

BluePearl Pet Hospital

24/7 emergency and specialty animal hospital with advanced diagnostics including CT and ultrasound.

East Boston Animal Hospital

Full-service veterinary hospital offering surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and behavior management in East Boston.

Vetcall

House-call veterinary practice for dogs, cats, and pocket pets with surgical privileges at local hospitals

Boston Veterinary Clinic

Full-service veterinary clinic offering wellness, surgery, diagnostics, and urgent care with a Fear Free approach.

Merwin Memorial Free Clinic For Animals, Inc

Free or low-cost walk-in veterinary clinic for pets of financially struggling owners

Boston Veterinary Clinic

Fear-free veterinary clinic offering wellness, surgery, diagnostics, and urgent care in Boston's Bay Village.

Boston Veterinary Clinic

Fear-free veterinary clinic offering wellness, surgery, diagnostics, and urgent care in Boston's Seaport district.

Boston Veterinary Clinic

Fear-free veterinary clinic offering wellness, surgery, diagnostics, and urgent care in Brookline.

Tufts Veterinary Field Service

Large animal ambulatory veterinary service with 24/7 emergency on-call support

Charlestown Veterinary Hospital

Comprehensive dog and cat care with a focus on compassionate, expert, and affordable veterinary services.

Cushing Square Veterinary Clinic

Somerville Veterinary Center

Charlestown Pet Clinic

Hello Ralphie Online Veterinarian

Heaven 4ur Pet Massachusetts

Pawsitive Touch

Revere Pet Clinic

RUFF North End Dog Park

Two dedicated off-leash dog parks in Boston's North End with size-separated areas and agility features.

Dog Park at The Underground

Urban park with a dedicated dog park, street art, and fitness amenities under a highway in Boston

Peters Park Dog Park

Volunteer-maintained off-leash dog run in Boston's South End

Stodder's Neck

Harborside park with designated off-leash dog areas and scenic walking trails

Randolph Dog Park

Fenced off-leash park with separate small-dog area and agility course

Dog Park at Toomey Park

New permanent off-leash dog run with fenced area and dog-friendly water fountain in East Cambridge.

The Dog Park @The Track

Fenced off-leash dog park located next to the historic track entrance.

South Boston Bark Park

Community-managed off-leash dog park near Carson Beach in South Boston

Carleton Court Dog Park

Self-funded dog park in Boston's Southwest Corridor Park

Nunziato Dog Park

Public park with designated dog area and sports fields

Zero New Washington Dog Park

Public off-leash dog park in Somerville with reservation system

Sheepfold Dog Park

East 1st Dog Park

Wrentham Dog Park

Kevin W. Fitzgerald Park

Tudor Dog Park

Medford Dog Park

Melrose Dog Park

Danehy Dog Park

Dog Park at Downer Avenue Park

Lincoln Park Dog Park

Paws & Play Dog Park

Bay Village Dog Park

Dog Park

Ronan Dog Park

Soldiers Field Road Dog Park

Gerald “Jerry” Cunningham Memorial Dog Park

Mansfield Street Dog Park

Richmond St RUFF Dog Park

Harbor Point Dog Park

Bremen Street Dog Park

One Boston Wharf Dog Park

South End Dog Run

Jeana's Dirty Dog Salon and Kitties Too

Cat-exclusive grooming specialist with gentle, one-on-one care; limited dog services for established clients.

Four Paws Grooming inc.

Crate-free dog grooming salons in Everett and Stoneham with specialty skin therapies and coloring

Bubbles N Bones Mobile Pet Grooming

Mobile grooming van providing stress-free, cage-free grooming at your home or office

Untangled Tail

Small salon specializing in dogs under 20lbs with crate-free options and natural products

Furry Land Mobile Grooming

Cage-free mobile grooming van serving Boston and Southern New Hampshire

ONYVA

Delightfully different dog grooming with breed-specific trims and monthly care plans

The Doggy Port

Multi-location grooming, daycare, and boarding with mobile van and stress-free approach

La-Chic Dog-Cat Grooming Salon

Boston's top-rated cat and dog groomer offering specialized spa treatments and breed-specific cuts

The Daily Stroll Grooming Salon

Low-cost grooming, daycare, and walking services with multiple Brookline/Allston locations

BYOD dog wash

Self-service and full-service dog wash with grooming and retail products

Petiquette Boutique and Spa

Full-service grooming, boarding, and concierge pet care with a physical storefront in Boston

St Dog Pet Salon

Fear-free grooming salon offering specialized cat care and pick-up/drop-off service in Newton, MA

Snippers Grooming

Stress-free dog and cat grooming with breed-specific cuts and de-matting services

House Call Cat Grooming & Spa L.L.C.

Mobile and in-spa cat-only grooming with nail caps and homemade treats

Pawsh Dog Boutique

High-end boutique offering grooming for dogs 75 lbs and under with a 3-6 week advance booking window.

WAGS Charlestown

Full-service dog grooming, walking club, and retail treats in Charlestown

Dewberry Dogs Grooming Salon

Family-owned grooming salon and boutique serving Boston since 1987

The Doggy Port South Boston

Multi-location grooming, daycare, and boarding with mobile van and stress-free approach

Rolling Bones Mobile Pet Spa

Mobile dog grooming van serving Massachusetts with eco-friendly products and positive reinforcement.

The Pooch Room

Pet grooming service in Malden and Winthrop, MA

Groom With Me

Boston's Groomer

Kelly's Underground Dog Grooming

City Tails Pet Grooming

Pet Spa

Alpha Dogs Pet Grooming

Clean Paws Pet Salon

Cloud 9Laundra-Mutt

Mobile Pet Grooming Pros

The Urban Hound Dog Grooming, Hotel & Daycare

Boutique dog daycare, boarding, grooming, and training with 24/7 supervised care in Boston's South End.

Harbor Hounds

Structured dog daycare with on-site grooming, outdoor pools, and a 1:10 staff ratio

Dog City by Bostons Best Dog Walkers and Pet Services

Mobile and location-based dog walking, structured daycare, training, and boarding with GPS-tracked walks.

The Mindful Mutt

Structured dog daycare and boarding with enrichment, training add-ons, and special needs support in Jamaica Plain.

Park-9 Dog Daycare, Boarding, and Training

Structured enrichment daycare with indoor/outdoor play, boarding, and spa services in Everett.

The Daily Stroll Little Dog Daycare

Multi-location dog daycare, walking, grooming, and boarding in Brookline and Allston with small-dog specialization.

Sandy's 4PAWS Care,LLC

Licensed dog daycare, boarding, and training in Revere with 20+ years of experience

Tricked Out Pup

Specialized daycare for small and medium dogs with integrated obedience training and group walks

Big Daddy Doggie Daycare

Family-run daycare and boarding in Malden with small playgroups, 24/7 supervision, and live-stream cameras.

The Downtown Paw

Dog daycare, grooming, and boarding facility in Malden with separate cat boarding and temperament-based play groups.

No Bones About It

Full-service dog daycare, grooming, and retail with DIY wash stations in Brookline

The Daily Stroll All Size Dog Daycare

Multi-location dog daycare, walking, grooming, and boarding in Brookline and Allston with low-cost pricing.

Eastie Walks

Home-based dog walking, playdates, and in-home pet sitting in East Boston

Crate Escape

Premium dog daycare and boarding with multiple Boston-area locations and rigorous screening.

Crate Escape

Premium dog daycare and boarding with multiple Boston-area locations and rigorous screening.

Crate Escape too

Premium dog daycare and boarding with multiple Boston-area locations and high-tech sanitation.

LEASH Dog Care

Private solo dog walking, playgroup daycare, and in-home boarding/sitting in Boston

Boston Dog Company

Award-winning cage-free dog daycare, boarding, vet clinic, and grooming with 5 New England locations.

Boston Dog Company

Award-winning multi-service pet resort offering cage-free daycare, boarding, vet care, and grooming across 5 New England locations.

Kassandra's Pet Care

Mobile pet sitter and overnight boarding provider serving the Boston area

Tail Waggerz

Cage-free daycare and crate-free boarding in Newton; grooming in Newton and Framingham.

RiverDog Daycare, Cambridge

Multi-location crate-free daycare and boarding with grooming and training referrals

RiverDog Malden, Aka: RiverDogs for Days

Crate-free daycare and boarding with grooming and training referrals across the greater Boston area.

The Pooped Pooch Playground

Dorchester-based dog daycare, walking, and overnight care with retail stores in Lower Mills and Savin Hill.

The Pooped Pooch Pet Supply

Dog walking, daycare, overnight care, and natural pet supply stores in Boston neighborhoods

The Modern Dog at the Marina

Marina Bay location offering daycare, grooming, retail, and DIY wash

The Pup Yard Somerville

Daycare and boarding facility with temperament evaluation and membership options

Happy Pet Care

Full-service pet care provider offering dog walking, daycare, boarding, and pet taxi in Brighton.

The Dog Scoop

Open pack daycare and boarding facility with on-site grooming in West Newton

Go Woof Woof

Active dog daycare offering nature walks, play groups, and full-day care in Newton and Chestnut Hill.

Tails

Dog daycare and boarding facility with a focus on a safe, loving environment

Wannagoout? Dog Walking & Pet Sitting

Brookside Walk + Train

Playful Paws

Hygge

PetHotels.com - Boston Dog Boarding ( Cat & Dog Friendly Hotels)

Greater Boston Dog Kennel

Boutique boarding and expert obedience training with owners living on-site

The Common Dog

Large indoor dog park offering daycare, boarding, training, and grooming in Everett

Red Dog Pet Resort & Spa Boston

Five-star pet resort with overnight boarding, daycare, grooming, aquatics, and on-site training programs.

Luxe Pet Resort

Luxury crate-free dog and cat boarding with 24/7 on-site care, daycare, grooming, and self-serve wash.

Pawmenities

Luxury cage-free dog boarding and daycare in private homes with 24/7 live-in staff.

Boston Paws

Boutique dog hotel, daycare, and spa with 24-hour supervised care and separate play areas.

Red Dog Pet Resort & Spa at North Station

Boutique downtown Boston resort offering daycare, boarding, grooming, and immersive training programs.

Secret Garden Pet Resort

All-inclusive dog and cat boarding, daycare, and grooming on a 30-acre farm

Brian's Kennels Training & Quality Grooming

Full-service boarding, grooming, training, and on-site animal hospital in Quincy since 1958

The Daily Stroll

Multi-location dog daycare, walking, grooming, and boarding in Brookline and Allston with low-cost pricing.

Sam’s Pet Patrol LLC

CPR-certified dog daycare and boarding with fitness treadmill and transport services

Oceanview Kennels

Full-service pet resort offering boarding, daycare, and grooming near Logan Airport

Toureen Pet Resort and Spa

Polkadog Bakery

Handcrafted all-natural dog treats and food with single-ingredient focus

Polkadog Bakery

Handcrafted all-natural dog treats and food with single-ingredient focus

everything but the dog

Specialty dog store in Reading offering holistic food, raw diets, and an in-house bakery.

Polkadog Bakery

Handcrafted all-natural dog treats and food with single-ingredient focus

Polkadog Bakery

Handcrafted all-natural dog treats and food sold at multiple Boston-area retail locations

D'Tails Pet Boutique

South End pet store offering grooming, daycare, and overnight boarding with a focus on dogs.

Polkadog Bakery

Multi-location pet store chain selling fresh food, treats, and supplies

Hungry Tails

East Boston pet store offering healthy food, natural treats, and supplies for dogs, cats, and small pets

Purely Golden Foods

Clinical-grade fresh dog food for small breeds with veterinary nutritionist oversight

Belmont Pet Shop

Long-standing local pet store offering supplies, grooming, training, and small animal boarding since 1948.

Pet Express

Puppy concierge and pet supply store with baked gourmet treats

Dog Eat Cake Pet Bakery

Online pet bakery in Boston's South End offering custom cakes, treats, and nationwide shipping

Petco

Full-service pet supply store with grooming, training, vaccination clinic, and aquatics department

Pet World

Local pet supply store selling food, toys, and live small pets in Natick

Boston Barkery

Online and mail-order bakery for dog treats, cakes, and gifts

Pet Shop

Family-owned Boston pet store specializing in companion and low-maintenance animals

Tropic Isle Aquarium

Large aquarium supply store with extensive freshwater and saltwater livestock selection

PetSmart

Full-service pet store with grooming, boarding, daycare, training, and adoption services.

Wicked Dog

Online retailer of matching human and dog outerwear and apparel

Koala Health

Online pet pharmacy delivering sorted, time-stamped medication pouches and health products

Paws On Charles

Pet supply shop offering food, treats, apparel, and accessories in Boston

Brookline Grooming & Pet Supplies

Full-service pet supply store offering grooming, daycare, and raw diet supplies

Star Market (33 Kilmarnock St)

Grocery store offering dog, cat, bird, and fish food plus treats and toys

Stinky's Kittens & Doggies Too

Full-service grooming and pet sitting with natural supplies in Somerville

Economy True Value Hardware + Homeware

Hardware store with a dedicated section for pet supplies including food, toys, and grooming gear.

Jamie’s Variety

Pet Supplies Plus West Roxbury

Pet Supplies Plus Medford

Bunker Hill Mall

Healthy Pet

James Little paws

Whiz-Bang Suppliers

75 on Liberty Wharf

American restaurant with a dedicated patio dog menu and strict leash/license requirements

Park-9 Dog Bar

Boston's only indoor/outdoor dog park combined with a craft beer bar and full-service restaurant.

Dorchester Brewing Company

Dog-friendly brewery with dedicated outdoor 'DOG-chester' area, water, snacks, and dog beer.

Night Shift Brewing - Everett

Brewery with dog-friendly patio at Everett Taproom and seasonal dog-friendly beer gardens

Zen Dog Training

In-home and group dog training using positive reinforcement and fear-free methods

North Boston Dog Training

Certified master trainer offering 2-week off-leash board & train and private in-home lessons

The Cooperative Dog

Humane, practical dog training and behavior support for Greater Boston families since 1996

Boston Dogtor

Specialized behavior modification and rehabilitation for dogs other trainers reject, featuring a 24/7 staffed board & train facility.

Good Dog Boston

Private, in-home reward-based dog training for puppies, obedience, and behavior modification across Greater Boston.

Colonial Dog Training

Private in-home dog training in Boston specializing in complex behavior problems and service dogs.

Making Fetch Happen

Science-based, fear-free dog training and behaviorist services in Jamaica Plain

High Fidelity Dogs

Certified behavior consultant offering group classes, private consults, and puppy day school in Everett.

Happy Paws Boston

South Boston dog walker and behavior trainer offering customized care and training plans

Boston k9 LLC

Dog training services for every lifestyle based in Boston

Compatible Canine Center

Argos Dog Training

Animal Rescue League of Boston

Multi-location shelter and rescue offering adoption, veterinary care, training, and community outreach.

Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston

Luxury Boston hotel with pet-friendly rooms and a dog-friendly outdoor patio dining area

Victory Road Park

Leash-required park with water-side trails popular with dog owners

Boston's Best Dog Walkers and Pet Services, LLC (main)

Mobile dog walking, daycare, boarding, training, and grooming services across Boston and South Shore.

Boston's Best Dog Walkers And Pet Services

Mobile dog walking, daycare, boarding, and grooming with GPS-tracked walks and 24/7 availability.

Boston Dog Butlers

Concierge dog walking, hiking, park play, training, and boarding with app-based reporting

Above & Beyond Pet Services

Mobile dog walking, cat sitting, and exotic pet care serving Middlesex County

Paws To Consider

Award-winning mobile dog walking, pet sitting, and training service in Greater Boston

Ms B's Pet Care

In-home dog walking, sitting, and training for Seaport and Fort Point

Boston Fetch

Dog walking, pet sitting, and training services in Boston neighborhoods

DOGS R US

Mobile dog walking, playgroups, and pet sitting serving Boston neighborhoods