Dog Boarding in Peekskill, NY - Cage-Free, Home-Based Care

Looking for trusted dog boarding in Peekskill, NY? At Just Happy Dogs, located just across from Depew Park in the heart of Westchester County, your furry friend isn’t a guest in a kennel – they’re a temporary member of the family. No crates, no cages, no cold concrete floors. Ever. Your dog spends their days playing with packmates, enjoying enrichment activities, and romping in our fenced-in backyard, then settles in for an evening of couch time and TV watching with their pet-guardian hosts. One of the guardians is with them through the night – every night,making sure they are comfy and secure.

We serve pet families across Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Rockland, and Orange Counties, and if you’re coming in from NYC, our pet taxi can meet you door-to-door.

Until the morning, then, when another fun day awaits, unless, of course, it’s time to pack up and await your guardian’s arrival for the return home.

You’ll be missed, our furry friend. Until the next time…

Our Dog Boarding Drop-off/Pick-up Hours

Daily (except Holidays): 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Holidays: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Our Dog Boarding Rates

We know that the only reason you are entrusting Fido to our care is because you can’t include them in the things you need to do and the places you need to be. While we are sad you can’t take him or her along, we are honored to be his temporary guardian. That’s why we don’t box you in to a specific drop-off or pick-up time. Rather, our rates are based on a rolling 24-hour period. For example, drop off at 10 AM, pick up by 10 AM on the departure date. And, of course, if your plans change, we are happy to accommodate that as well.

Our dog boarding rates fall into three categories:

The Overnighter:
- Nights 1-15: $79/night
- Nights 16-29: $77/night
- Puppies(under one-year but older than four months): $+10/night
The Lodger:
- 30-day max rate: $2,160
- (We can accommodate longer stays. Just contact us.)
The Weekend Special:
- Drop-off between 7PM-8PM on Friday and pick-up by 9AM Monday: $203 (except holidays where holiday rates apply.)

Our Extras

Extended hours:
- From more than two to up to eight hours from drop-off: $39.50
- More than eight hours from drop-off: $79.00
Holidays: $12/night (Includes all legal United States holidays, Thanksgiving week, all days between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day, any weekend where the holiday falls on a Friday or Monday.)
Add a brief walk: $17.50 per walk.
Add a walk in the woods: $50.00 per walk.
Oral medication administration: $5.00 per day.
Serving Fido our food: $6.00 per day.
Special round trip transportation rate: $45.00 within 5 miles of our home base. For greater distances, please refer to our pet transport section.

Our Discounts

Multi-pet (2 or more in family): 4%
First responders: 5%
Military service personnel: 5%.

What to Bring

Sure, we have plenty of toys and fun things to do to keep your pooch occupied and comfortable in his home away from home but if your furry friend has a special toy or other item that will make him or her feel more at home, we encourage you to bring them with you when you drop off your pooch. No need to lug a heavy bed or crate or bring a food bowl. But, don’t forget, we do not crate your furry friend so we cannot be responsible for any damage to items left with him or her. Dogs will be dogs.

You’ll also need to bring enough food for their stay. For dry food, please portion your pet’s food in individual baggies per meal. For canned or any refrigerated food, please make sure your pet’s name is on the container. If your dog requires any medications, please make sure you bring that with you and that your pet’s name is clearly marked on the container.

If your dog has any allergies or special needs, please make sure you bring that to our attention during the Meet n’ Greet and note it on the application.203

We’re sure that as a pet guardian, you want to make sure your four-legged family member is in good hands. And, of course, as pet guardians ourselves, we want to make sure that your pooch is a good fit for our household so all can enjoy an harmonious stay.

That’s why we require a Meet n’ Greet for all new clients so we can all agree that the fit is doggone perfect.

Meet n’ Greets take about a half hour and are held off-site so as not to disturb our pack and our dog guests.

For our new guests, Meet n’ Greets are scheduled after you make a boarding request. Once it’s out of the way, you’ll have the ability to schedule a stay if something comes up last minute. It’s a great way for all us to begin to get to know each other

Please click the link below to be taken to our scheduling partner, Doggie Dashboard, to book boarding. You’ll need to have your pet’s vaccination records and vet-signed rabies certificate to complete the application.

If you have a general question, please visit our Contact Us page.

Dog with toy surrounded by agility and exercise equipment

Frequently Asked Questions About Dog Boarding in Peekskill, NY

Is Just Happy Dogs a kennel? Will my dog be crated?No. Boarding is 100% cage-free in our home — no crates, cages, or kennels, ever. Dogs play with their packmates, romp in the fenced backyard, and settle in for couch and TV time with us. Gates throughout the house let any dog retreat somewhere quiet for rest.How does boarding pricing work?Rates run on a rolling 24-hour period — drop off at 10 AM, pick up by 10 AM on departure day. The Overnighter is $79/night for nights 1–15 and $77/night for nights 16–29. Holidays add $12/night, and puppies (4 months to 1 year) add $10/night.What are the drop-off and pick-up hours?Daily 7:30 AM–9:00 PM except holidays; holidays 9:00 AM–6:00 PM.What should I bring for my dog’s stay?Food portioned into meals, treats, a bed, mat, or blanket that smells like home, a martingale collar, flat collar or harness, and a leash. Bring medications marked with your pet’s name. No crate or bed is required — dogs are never crated here. Please don’t bring shock, prong, or choke collars.What vaccinations does my dog need?DPP (distemper, parvovirus & parainfluenza), rabies (1- or 3-year, with a vet-signed certificate including the rabies tag number, as required by NYS law), Bordetella every 12 months, a negative fecal exam, and flea & tick preventative. Vaccinations must be given by a licensed vet at least 14 days before service — including the Meet & Greet. Canine influenza and leptospirosis are recommended but not required.Do I need a Meet & Greet before boarding?Yes. A Meet & Greet (about 30 minutes) is required before the first visit so everyone is comfortable. Bring your vet-signed rabies certificate and Bordetella proof. New clients can’t book appointments until the Meet & Greet is complete.What is your cancellation policy?For boarding: cancel by noon one week before the stay for a full refund. After that, it’s a 50% refund on the first 7 cancelled days and 100% on any days after that. No deposit is required — all stays are pre-paid.Do you offer discounts on boarding?Yes: 4% off for multi-pet families (2 or more pets), 5% for first responders, and a military discount based on length of stay — contact us for details.Can you pick up my dog at home and drop them off?Yes — we offer pick-up and drop-off service. It’s $45 within a five-mile radius of our home; additional charges apply beyond five miles.Will my dog be walked?Most dogs enjoy the freedom and playtime of our fenced-in yard, but we do offer dog walking as an additional service: a brief walk is $17.50 per walk, and a walk in the woods is $50.00 per walk.