Extended family away from home · Buffalo, MN
Your fur baby is family. We treat them that way.
Private suites with solid walls — never a chain-link cage. Supervised group play all day, frequent photos while you're away, and an open door any time you want to tour.
★★★★★ 5 · 360+ Google reviews
Ruffin Inn is a luxury pet boarding, daycare, grooming, and training facility at 2667 Dague Ave NE in Buffalo, MN. We serve Wright County and pet families within 50 miles, including Monticello, Elk River, St. Michael, Albertville, and Rogers, with 5.0 stars across 360+ Google reviews — the most reviewed pet boarding in Wright County.
What we offer
Everything your pet needs, all in one place.
Five services, one team, all in Buffalo MN, built around treating your pet like family.
Dog Boarding
Luxury boarding in private suites — daily playtime, frequent photo updates. Best Fit to Large Room options.
From $49/night
Dog Daycare
Open-play days with experienced staff. Drop in for a half day or full day.
From $24/half day
Grooming
Full grooms, splash-and-dash, and breed-specific cuts on Tue/Thu.
From $45 bath & nails
Training
Five-week obedience classes, max 4 dogs per class. Sun/Mon evenings.
From $200 / 5-week course
Cat Boarding
Quiet, separate cat suites — Cat Condo or Atrium options for travel days and long getaways.
From $25/night
Nature Walks
20-minute guided walks across our 8 acres and woods to explore and sniff. Great for solo adventurers.
From $12/walk
Why families choose us
Dogs are pack animals. So is our facility.
Most boarding facilities stack dogs in chain-link runs that feel like cages. We don't. At Ruffin Inn, dogs board in private suites with solid sheetrock or glass walls, play in open group yards with trained handlers, and nap on raised cots. The result: less stress, more rest, and a happier dog when you pick them up.
12 years of pet care experience. Open door tour policy. Frequent photo updates on Facebook so you always know how your dog is doing.
- Experienced team — 12 years caring for Wright County pets
- Open-door tours — drop in any time during business hours
- Every feeding & medication logged — electronically, every stay
- Most reviewed pet boarding in Wright County
In their words
5.0 stars across 360+ Google reviews.
Real reviews from real Wright County pet families — first-timers, seniors on medication, anxious dogs, even a 12-week-old kitten.
What five-star reviews mention most: the caring staff (115) · play & dog friends (92) · photo & video updates (89) · coming home happy-tired (57) · peace of mind (56)
★★★★★
Boarded our two kiddos there for almost two weeks while out of the country. Nice boarding rooms. They posted pictures of the kids playing every day. Price reduction for multiple pets sharing a room.
★★★★★
The staff is so caring and knowledgeable! We have a reactive greyhound and it was our first time boarding her. The staff knew exactly how to handle a dog like her and love her too. We will definitely bring her back!
★★★★★
He always plays a ton, comes back safe and sound and sleeps for a whole day after. The staff is very good at keeping his meds on schedule and taking lots of photos throughout the day.
★★★★★
They truly care about your dog and spoil them as if they were going to grandma's house for the weekend. They went out of their way to help ensure our senior dog was taken care of while we were out of town.
★★★★★
Had a great experience boarding my 12 week old kitten this past weekend. Was super nervous about leaving her as she's so young. The staff were great about sending updates and pictures.
★★★★★
Clean place, ample outside running areas, no pet smell, and the dogs seem to love it here. Friendly staff.
★★★★★
I have never had anyone groom her so well!! She is usually shaking and scared when I pick her up from her usual groomer, but when I picked her up from Ruffin Inn, she was calm and happy!!
★★★★★
They are very good with directions for medication, food, toys, commands for your dog, and make sure your dog is safe when it's play time. I've never had an issue with something missing from the dog bag.
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We sent our old dog (14 ½ years old) to the resort multiple times, and he had the time of his life. Our dog was smiling in every photo they posted online.
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They have large areas for social interaction both inside and out. The rooms and beds are friendly. They post videos and pictures daily so that you can see your pets interacting with the staff and the other guests.
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Our 2YO shelter dog goes to doggy daycare once a week most weeks. Sadie comes home from Ruffin' Inn happy and tired. Staff are always friendly, helpful, and patient with us and our dog.
Cities we serve
Luxury dog boarding for the surrounding 50 miles.
Buffalo is our home base, and pet families drive in from across Wright County and the northwest metro — including Maple Lake, Monticello, St. Michael, Delano, Albertville, Elk River, Rogers, Big Lake, Andover. Wherever you're driving from, you get the same luxury suites, supervised group play, and frequent photo updates — we promise the drive is worth it.
New for boarders & daycare dogs
Add a real nature walk to any stay.
A 20-minute guided walk across our 8 acres and woods — room most facilities simply don't have — so your dog can explore and sniff. A $12 add-on, and a great fit for dogs who'd rather adventure than join group play.
Frequently asked
Eight quick answers before you book.
The questions we hear most often from new families. See the full FAQ for everything else.
Is Ruffin Inn really a luxury boarding facility?
Yes. Every boarding dog gets a private suite with solid sheetrock or glass walls and a raised cot — never a chain-link cage or jail-like run. Dogs play in open group yards with trained handlers during the day and rest in suites at night. The whole facility is built around that promise.
What vaccinations do you require?
Rabies, DHPP (distemper combo), and Bordetella, with Bordetella administered at least 7 days before the first stay. Same requirements for boarding, daycare, grooming, and training. Bring proof from your vet or have them email it to us.
Can I tour before booking?
Yes. We have an open door tour policy. Drop in during business hours, or schedule a tour through our booking portal. Tours typically take 10 to 15 minutes and you'll see every part of the facility.
How far in advance should I book boarding?
For weekends and summer, two to four weeks ahead is safest. For major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, July 4th, Memorial Day, Labor Day) we recommend booking six to eight weeks out, since those weeks fill quickly.
What's included in a boarding stay?
Private suite with a Kuranda cot, feeding and medication administration, 5+ hours of supervised group play every day, climate control, and frequent photo updates on our Facebook page. Boarding starts at $49/night with a 30% multi-dog discount.
Where is Ruffin Inn located and who do you serve?
We're at 2667 Dague Ave NE in Buffalo, MN, three miles north of downtown. We serve Wright County and pet families within a 50-mile radius, including Monticello, Elk River, St. Michael, Albertville, Delano, Rogers, Maple Lake, and Big Lake.
Do you offer half-day or full-day daycare?
Both. Half day is $24 and full day is $33. Prepaid 5-day, 10-day, and 20-day packages get a lower per-day rate and never expire. Daycare days are open-play with trained handlers, 6:30 AM to 6 PM (with a midday nap break from noon to 2 PM).
Do you board cats?
Yes, in a quiet, separate wing with no dog access. Two suite options: a Cat Condo at $25/night or a larger Cat Atrium at $35/night. Twice daily feeding, fresh water and litter, wellness checks, and medication administration are all included.
Ready when you are.
Book a stay, schedule a tour, or text our team. We'd love to meet your dog.
Or call (763) 682-4247 · text (763) 415-7815