Preferred Pet Care Inc.
Boarding
Dogs Away score9.2 /10Excellent · 116 reviews · top 69% in New York
Sources
Behind the 9.2
- Reviews read
- 116 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.60 ★
- Rank
- #411 of 642 in New York
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$74 /nightFrom their website, 2026-10-27
$45middle $74$110
About the New York middle price
Sources
Behind the $74
- Source
- Preferred Pet Care Inc.’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-27
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Overnight Rates (Plus Tax): $74.00 per Night for One Dog $36.00 for Each Additional Dog”Open their price page ↗
Preferred Pet Care Inc. is a boarding facility in Maplewood, NY, offering boarding. It scores 9.2/10 (excellent) from 116 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars — #411 of 642 in New York. Its website lists boarding from $74 per night. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 8.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Outdoor access: yardPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- Boarding Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $74/night
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in New York
- #411 of 642
- Google rating
- ★4.6 (116)
- From downtown
- 13.5 mi
- Additional dog
- $36.00 for each additional dog
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
8/27
8 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-09-09. Open a policy to see their exact words.
Admission requirements2 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Their words
“we require up-to-date vaccinations before admission, including: Bordetella (Kennel Cough) Rabies Parvovirus Distemper Canine Influenza*”preferredpetcare.com/dog-boarding/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“To enroll, the first step is to schedule a Trial Day by appointment only.”preferredpetcare.com/doggie-daycare/
Operations6 of 21 published
Time out of their roomPlaygroups 12 hours weekdays, 11 hours weekends
Their words
“Doggie Daycare: Our engaging playgroups run 12 hours a day on weekdays and 11 hours on weekends, giving your dog plenty of interactive, supervised playtime in both indoor and outdoor areas.”preferredpetcare.com/
Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered
Their words
“For dogs that prefer or require individual care, our staff dedicates private, one-on-one play sessions in a secure yard.”preferredpetcare.com/dog-boarding/
HousingCage free
Their words
“Overnight Dog Boarding: Enjoy peace of mind knowing your dog stays in a cage-free, climate-controlled environment with personalized care and comfort.”preferredpetcare.com/
Outdoor accessYard
Their words
“Spacious indoor and outdoor play areas with Classic K9 Grass® outdoor turf, designed specifically for dogs.”preferredpetcare.com/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Overnight Dog Boarding: Enjoy peace of mind knowing your dog stays in a cage-free, climate-controlled environment with personalized care and comfort.”preferredpetcare.com/
FeedingHouse food by default
Their words
“At Preferred Pet Care, Inc., we serve Fromm Gold Adult as our house food for overnight dog boarding guests, but we gladly accommodate your dog’s specific dietary preferences.”preferredpetcare.com/dog-boarding/
Show 19 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot published on their website
Vaccination recordsNot published on their website
Staff on site overnightNot published on their website
Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Staff certificationNot published on their website
Play modelNot published on their website
Groups separated byNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website
Photo / report-card updatesNot published on their website
ToursNot published on their website
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
Administers medicationNot published on their website
AvailabilityNot published on their website
Online bookingNot published on their website
Policies change, so confirm anything that matters when you book. Items marked “described by reviewers” come from customers, not from the facility.
Score & reviews
9.2ExcellentDogs Away score
Higher is better. A score backed by more reviews is more reliable. Read the reviews on Google Maps. Data as of July–October 2026.
What reviewers mention most
caring staff 13dog care 10dog daycare 6responsive staff 4high energy dogs 2overnight boarding 2friendly team 2medication 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $65/night | — | Archived page, 2019-01-22 |
| Now | $74/night | — | Their website, 2026-10-27 |
First-dog standard rate, lower end of any range. How this feeds the market trend: Dogs Away Boarding Price Index.
Hours
- Mon
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Sat
- 9 AM–12 PM, 1–6 PM
- Sun
- 9 AM–12 PM, 1–6 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
For travelers
- EWR · Newark Liberty
- 5 mi
- LGA · LaGuardia
- 20.8 mi
- JFK · New York JFK
- 25.9 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 7 AM – 7 PM
- Open Sunday
- Yes
Straight-line miles, not driving distance. Hours span from the public profile; confirm drop-off and pick-up windows before a flight.
Location
233 Rutgers St, Maplewood, NJ 07040
13.5 miles from downtown New York · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Preferred Pet Care Inc.
What services does Preferred Pet Care Inc. offer?
Preferred Pet Care Inc. is listed as a kennel in Maplewood, NY, offering boarding.
How much does Preferred Pet Care Inc. charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $74 per night (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-10-27). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The New York median published boarding rate is $74/night.
What vaccines does Preferred Pet Care Inc. require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Preferred Pet Care Inc.?
Preferred Pet Care Inc.'s website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-09-09). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does Preferred Pet Care Inc. compare with other New York facilities?
It ranks #411 of 642 in the New York index by Dogs Away score (9.2/10, excellent), based on 116 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Preferred Pet Care Inc., Maplewood, NY. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-09. https://dogsaway.co/new-york-ny/preferred-pet-care-inc/Similar places near Maplewood
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