Small-Group Dog Daycare in Hudson MA – Wholesome Hounds

Enrollment Now Open

Small-Group Dog Daycare in Hudson, MA

A calm, home-based daycare experience for carefully selected dogs. Not every dog is accepted – and that is exactly the point.

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Carefully Screened Dogs
Home Environment
Structured Rest Periods
Full Supervision
Established 2008

Why Wholesome Hounds Daycare

Not Your Average Daycare

Large commercial daycares can be loud, chaotic, and stressful for many dogs. At Wholesome Hounds, daycare looks completely different. Your dog spends the day in our home, in a small and carefully matched group, with a structured routine that keeps them calm, engaged, and genuinely happy.

We screen every dog before enrollment. Not every dog is a good fit for group daycare – and knowing that protects every dog in our care, including yours.

A real home, not a facility

Your dog spends the day in our home with comfortable spaces, a yard, and a calm, familiar atmosphere.

Small, compatible groups

Every dog in our care has been screened for temperament. The group stays small so every dog feels safe and comfortable.

Structured rest built in

Rest periods are a non-negotiable part of every daycare day. Your dog comes home calm and content, not exhausted and overstimulated.

Updates

We send photos and a brief end-of-day report so you always know exactly how your dog spent their day.

Daycare Pricing

Simple, Transparent Rates

Pricing is effective April 2026 and may be adjusted shortly after launch. We will always give enrolled clients advance notice of any changes.

Half-Day Daycare

Recommended

Drop off between 6:45am and 8:30am at our home. We return your dog to you beginning at 11am. Hudson and Sudbury clients receive a ride home included – all other towns are welcome at the same rate with drop-off and pickup at our Hudson home.

Hudson

$45

per day

Sudbury

$50

per day

All Other Towns

$45

per day

Committed Schedule Rate

3 days per week

$3 off per day

5 days per week

$5 off per day

Committed schedule rates apply to half-day clients on a consistent weekly schedule.

Full-Day Daycare

Very Limited

Full-day daycare is currently offered on a limited trial basis while we build our group. Drop-off by 8:30am, pickup by 5pm. Spots are by application only and extremely limited. We recommend starting with half-day to find the right fit for your dog.

Full Day

$70

per day

Additional Fees

Late pickup (5-6pm)

+$10

Holiday rate

+25%

Late pickup must be arranged in advance. Holiday rates apply during defined holiday periods – see our Services page for the full holiday schedule.

The Enrollment Process

How to Get Started

1

Apply for a spot

Fill out our contact form and tell us about your dog. We will review your inquiry and follow up promptly.

2

Free meet and greet

We meet your dog in person to assess temperament and group compatibility. This is required before any daycare enrollment.

3

Paid trial day

Your dog joins us for a half-day trial. This lets us evaluate how they settle into the group before confirming enrollment.

4

Enrollment confirmed

Once your dog is a great fit, we confirm their schedule and set up your account in PetPocketBook. Welcome to the family.

What Our Clients Say

“Eric and Cassandra are phenomenal. They’re kind and communicative, and are always quick to respond to any inquiries we have!”

– Zoie & Vinnie, Hudson

“Eric is terrific with our reactive and shy dog. He has worked with us for two years and we couldn’t be happier. His reliability gives us peace of mind.”

– Jessie & Otis, Sudbury

Enrollment Is Now Open

Spots are limited and filled by application. The first step is a free meet and greet – reach out today to get started.

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