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The Dog Scoop

Dog Walking, Animal Grooming, Animal Boarding Kennels,

About us

PLEASE NOTE: We may not be able to respond to online requests in a timely manner; we ask that you call us at 617-244-8944 for detailed information on services, prices, policies, and availability! Cost is determined by the job. Additional DBA - ADO Dog & Pet Care LLC.

Business highlights

22 years of experience

Services we offer

Dog daycare, boarding, grooming, walks & training.

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Reviews
5.024 Reviews
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Geoffery A.
Feb 2017
5.0
Animal Boarding Kennels
Yes, I recommend this pro
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Geoffery A.
Feb 2017
5.0
Animal Boarding Kennels
Yes, I recommend this pro
$45
Dog is very comfortable there and goes weekly for day care. Rely on them heavily, dog comes back happy and exhausted.

Jessica S.
Dec 2016
5.0
Animal Boarding Kennels
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

Judith E.
Sep 2015
5.0
Dog Walking
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

John R.
Jun 2015
5.0
Animal Grooming
Yes, I recommend this pro
$50
They were extremely professional, very sensitive and fun to be with. I highly recommend them!

Garrett E.
Feb 2015
5.0
Dog Walking
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

Francis D.
Sep 2014
5.0
Dog Walking
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

Leslie G.
Jun 2014
5.0
Animal Grooming
Yes, I recommend this pro
$50
When I was in the area, if I needed doggy daycare I would use them. My groomer is down there. I travel a great distance. I've been using them a good 5 years. She just does a real good job with the dogs. The place is very clean. They also just started a dog boarding too which I am going to check out.

Mary S.
Apr 2014
5.0
Dog Walking
Yes, I recommend this pro
$20
They were very responsive and interacted very nicely with the dogs on a get-to-know-eachother visit before they started.

Robin W.
Apr 2014
5.0
Dog Walking, Animal Grooming
Yes, I recommend this pro
$40
Dog Scoop is THE PLACE to have your pooch taken care.  They have a key to my house; let themselves in, take him to a place that has a HUGE yard and indoor space, where he gets to hang out and play all day.  He is a shy dog but has become one of the pack.  I have complete peace of mind when I am at work.  I have used Dog Scoop's overnight services as well.  The dogs sleep ON BEDS with an attendant in the room.  Adorable.  They offer grooming - it is great to have him get a "bath and a tidy" while he is already there.  I am completely satisfied with Dog Scoop.

Michael B.
Apr 2014
5.0
Dog Walking
Yes, I recommend this pro
$30
The Dog Scoop has exceeded my expectations. The staff clearly love dogs. It is apparent in the smallest interactions you can observe. My dog is greeted by name by the workers when I drop her off. When I go to pick her up, they remember which dog belongs to me and automatically go to retrieve her. Staff members are quick to separate dogs that are getting a little out of hand with each other.
The Dog Scoop was very responsive when we were concerned about a very small injury our dog sustained. It turned out that she is simply a very rambunctious dog when playing. High quality communication and attention to our concerns.
On overnight stays, the boarding dogs stay together as a pack and are run hard, then taken into a house with sofas, floor blankets, etc. The dogs find their spot and settle down early. It seems like such a better way than putting your dog into a kennel where they're crated amidst howling and barking.
Overall, we've been very satisfied with the Dog Scoop. Our dog has just turned one and we didn't feel comfortable leaving her either crated all day at home or with the run of the house without anyone else around. Now that she's older, we will increasingly leave her home by herself out of the crate. But, even if she's able to stay by herself every day, I foresee us take her to the Dog Scoop once a week or so just to give her a good pack experience. She loves her time there and comes home utterly exhausted.

Sheryl T.
Apr 2014
5.0
Dog Walking, Animal Boarding Kennels + 1 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
I love my doggy day care, they are wonderful. I have been using them since I got my dog and she will be 5 this June. They treated dogs like dogs. They are not crated, they are not caged. They have a phenomenal staff. They are all dog related and are very interested in dogs. The owner is a dog lover. Everybody there loves dogs. They also opened an overnight facility besides that and they do not crate the dogs. The dogs sleep on couches, they sleep on beds. They just hang out together. They have a manager that sleeps there overnight. They have staff that stays overnight to make sure that the dogs are behaving. The only time they separate the dogs is when they feed them. Other than that, they are pack animals, they treat them like packs. When a new dog comes into, that signs up, they make sure that the dog comes in and will mesh with the other dogs. If they don't they won't accept them because they all have to get along. They have staff that stays all day with them and stays in the back yard with them and keeps an eye on them. It's not like they just ignore them, there are people walking around and outside with them all day to make sure they are behaving. I adore this place. I feel safe there I know that she is happy. She can't wait to go, she can't wait to get in there when I walk her down the driveway. She can't wait to go and see her friends. They will feed her for me, like if I am dropping her off for the day, I will give them food for breakfast and dinner and they will feed her. When she was on medication, they would give her her medication when she needed it. They are wonderful.

Karim S.
Jan 2014
1.0
Animal Training Service
Badly

John D.
Mar 2013
5.0
Dog Walking
Yes, I recommend this pro
$50
Location was easy to find, the staff was very friendly, flexible and timely. I was able to make an appointment very quickly. Price was by far the most reasonable I have seen around. I will definitely keep taking my pooch there

Bill A.
Feb 2013
5.0
Dog Walking
Yes, I recommend this pro
$15
I have used the Dog Scoop several times. Its walkers like my dog and vice versa!

Leslie B.
Dec 2012
5.0
Dog Walking
Yes, I recommend this pro
see above.

KATIE H.
Nov 2012
5.0
Dog Walking, Animal Grooming
Yes, I recommend this pro
$50
Great service

Rhonda T.
Nov 2012
5.0
Dog Walking, Animal Grooming
Yes, I recommend this pro
$45
AWESOME!
See above..

Kathleen B.
Aug 2012
5.0
Animal Grooming
Yes, I recommend this pro
$80
I am not a person that usually writes reviews, but I feel compelled to review this company. I called The Dog Scoop to see if they did stripping for a terrier, we just moved to the area and I was having trouble finding anyone who was willing to do it. I left a message and Chris called me right back, said they could definitely do the grooming and set up an appointment. Now, my husband brought our border terrier, Satchel, in for his appt and picked him up, so I cannot speak for the looks of the place but according to him it was very friendly, dogs looked really happy and the people that work there are really nice. My dog, who can be a bit anxious in new situations, was completely relaxed there from the second he walked in. They charged us a very fair price. When my husband came home with my little dog, I could not believe how good he looked (and smelled)!! He was very happy as well. I would absolutely recommend The Dog Scoop to anyone. They are absolutely wonderful. Thank you!!!

Teresa B.
Apr 2012
5.0
Dog Walking, Animal Grooming
Yes, I recommend this pro
$25
I have taken my dog to the Dog Scoop on a continuing basis for about 2 years. I use their daycare services and grooming. Both have been excellent. My dog comes home happy and healthy after each visit; he is well socialized with all his daycare pals. He has been groomed, including stripping (terrier) every several months, resulting in handsome looks. He loves Allison, the groomer. I highly recommend the Dog Scoop.

Michele B.
Apr 2012
5.0
Dog Walking, Animal Grooming + 1 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$45
I get a discount, because I have two. It gets the dogs out of the house, they come home, and they're tired. My dog knows them by name, I mention the "dog scoop," they run downstairs, and wait. They train them.

KIMBERLY P.
Aug 2011
5.0
Dog Walking
Yes, I recommend this pro
We called The Dog Scoop after our and quot;mom and popand quot; dog walker failed to provide good service (dogs chewed through Haltis, toys were left in their cage which they chewed up, doors weren't closed, etc). We have been beyong happy with The Dog Scoop. We have a pretty strong lab mix (75 lbs of pure muscle) and they have been great at controlling him - he will drag you to meet other dogs if given the chance - and he is better on walks we do with him as a result.

They do try to be consistent on who walks your dog so our dogs had the same person 90% of the time. The other dog walkers seemed just as competent as our regular dog walker. All of them wrote down that they were there, what the dogs did on the walk, and would sometimes leave nice notes.

We did have some timing issues - figuring out the best time to walk the dogs so that no one came into the house to a and quot;presentand quot;. They were flexible with the time and willing to adjust as needed.

Overall, a fabulous experience and we highly recommend them!!!!

Jay M.
Apr 2010
5.0
Dog Walking, Animal Grooming
Yes, I recommend this pro
$425
Alex and crew are fantastic! The staff are wonderful to our dogs and have been walking them daily for at least two years now. On the occasion when I am home and the walker comes to take the dogs for their afternoon stroll my dogs go bonkers with excitement. One of my dogs is a rescue and is typically a little timid but she clearly responds to the kindness of the walkers. If you are a nervous dog parent like I am these folks are perfect for you. They are kind, responsible and trustworthy.

ELIZABETH D.
Feb 2010
5.0
Dog Walking
Yes, I recommend this pro
FANTASTIC! Alex and Chris run a wonderful operation. The staff is attentive and very knowledgeable - they seem to truly love dogs. The dogs play in a combination indoor/outdoor space. My adopted dog needed some help socializing - and the Scoop really guided her well. Now she's great with other dogs there and in my neighborhood. They offer big price discounts if you pre-pay for a set number of services in advance -- like 20 day care sessions for instance. They also offer a drop off and pick up service. The Scoop really works for me -- they are reliable and just all around -- GREAT! My dog sure is happy there! "The dog scoop" web site is very good. It shows lots of pictures and all pricing options. I highly recommend.

Monica S.
Jan 2010
5.0
Dog Walking
Yes, I recommend this pro
$35
My pup started going there in about March or April, when she was old enough and had all her jabs. TDS is very professional and asked for all the right proof of health and vaccination. The area where they have the puppies is indoors, well away from the big dogs and is penned off. There is a staff member there to make sure everyone plays nice and everything is kept clean. The owner says he lets dogs be dogs... meaning the pups play all day - no toys or treats or anything, just tons of puppy play and plenty of water. When my dog got big enough, she went in with the big dogs. They made sure I knew when the change was going to come and the person that drops her off always lets me know how the day went. I don't send her every day... but it is money well spent. SO well spent. My dog is really well behaved with other dogs, loves to play and is not fearful or aggressive or anything. Really well adjusted. I know that has a lot to do with how WE have treated her and trained her, but the opportunity for her to play safely for about 8 hours straight with a dozen+ other dogs is not something we can duplicate and has gone a long way to making an awesome and happy dog.

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The Dog Scoop is currently rated 5.0 overall out of 5.

Monday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday: Closed

The Dog Scoop accepts the following forms of payment: American Express, PayPal, Check, Visa, Discover, MasterCard

No, The Dog Scoop does not offer free project estimates.

No, The Dog Scoop does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, The Dog Scoop does not offer a senior discount.

No, The Dog Scoop does not offer emergency services.

No, The Dog Scoop does not offer warranties.

The Dog Scoop offers the following services: Dog daycare, boarding, grooming, walks & training.