Supervised playgroups and activities for dogs during the day, promoting socialization and exercise.
Comfortable overnight stays with individual attention, feeding schedules, and secure accommodations.
Services like bathing, brushing, and nail trimming to keep your pet clean and healthy.
Assistance with administering medications, though schedules may require prior consultation for complex needs.
Structured play sessions tailored to your dog's energy level and temperament.
Be sure to confirm the details of your dog's care before proceeding with the extra vaccinations they require here, especially if your dog needs medication. They are not able to accommodate a 12-hour medication schedule - and instead planned to give our dog his insulin dose 3 hours early. They said other vets had approved this, but my understanding is it can be life threatening. Unfortunately when they said they could handle a dog with diabetes, I made an incorrect assumption that they could work with his medication schedule and now we've spent a few hundred dollars on extra vaccines for our three dogs that we had planned to board there but can't. :( Disappointed!
Preferred is the best boarding business we’ve come across and we’ve tried several. The people who work there genuinely care about the dogs.
I called a few times to check on availability and nobody answered the phone so I stopped by and was able to speak to someone which was difficult because they had to keep pausing the conversation to check dogs in. I came prepared with my dog’s records of which a copy was made and was told that there was a wait list until Mid March, it’s May 1st and nobody ever called me. It appears a decision was made without ever evaluating my dog. I hoped it would work for him because he’s a boxer and I saw boxer’s in some of the photos posted to Instagram so I thought he’d actually have dogs of the same energy level to play with. I gave 1 star because the customer service was lacking in my experience and I wouldn’t recommend this business to anyone.
This place is brilliant. I have been coming here for 11 years with my pup, even though I don't live in NJ anymore. He's so happy here and loves to stay so much that he doesn't even look back at me when he goes off to play. I never worry about him while I'm away as I suspect he has a better time on vacay at preferred pet care than I do on my vacay. 😀♥️
The Preferred Pet Care team is amazing! My pup Moose ❤️❤️❤️ loves going to daycare. He bounds in the morning and is the busy pup playing all day. Highly recommend the PPC team. The proof is in the picture

Where your pets are family—offering loving daycare, boarding, and grooming in Maplewood.
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Preferred Pet Care Inc. is a trusted pet care facility in Maplewood, NJ, specializing in dog daycare, boarding, and grooming services. With a 4.6-star rating from over 110 reviews, we pride ourselves on creating a safe, fun environment where pets thrive. Our experienced team provides personalized care, including playgroups, overnight stays, and basic grooming, ensuring your furry friends are happy and healthy. We cater to dogs of all energy levels and aim to build lasting relationships with both pets and owners. Visit us at 233 Rutgers St for a tour or consultation!
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