Northshore Dogtown · Gloucester, MA
Where every dog
finds joy.
Daycare, overnight stays, Dogtown Academy, grooming, training and at-home walks, tailored to your dog in a 10,000 sq. ft. facility on Cape Ann.
- 1,500+ happy pets
- 10,000 sq ft of play space
- Groups of 7–10 dogs
- Open 6:30 AM weekdays
About us
Professional care for your pet.
At Dogtown in Gloucester, MA, we create the ultimate experience for your dog with tailored playgroups matched by size and temperament. Each pup is part of a small group, typically 7–10 dogs, ensuring socialization without overwhelm.
Our 10,000 sq. ft. facility offers plenty of space to play, relax and thrive, always under the watchful care of trained staff who prioritize safety and fun. Our on-site grooming studio keeps your dog or cat looking and feeling their best with baths, trims and more. Trust Dogtown for a joyful, personalized experience, every single day.
Services
Everything your dog needs, under one woof.
Play, stay and walk, grooming for dogs and cats, and programs that teach. Cats welcome in the grooming studio.
Play, stay & walk
Grooming
Learn & grow
How we work
See our care in action.
Watch our groomers work their magic. From gentle brushing to precision cuts, every moment is filled with care and expertise. Your pet’s happiness is our priority.
Dog daycare
Small groups. Big yard.
Full day $42, half day $33. Playgroups of 7–10 dogs matched by size and temperament, with pools, platforms and turf to run on.
Discover daycare
Dogtown Academy
Daycare with a curriculum.
Training, enrichment, fitness and play, plus a training session with our trainer every day. Full day $89, half day $69.
Discover the Academy
Overnight stays
Overnight stays with all the daycare perks.
Suites from $78 per night. Playgroups by day, comfortable bedding and 24/7 monitoring at night. Classic and Deluxe bundles, Sunday pick-up windows.
New at Dogtown
Walks, enrichment and the Pup Van.
Three ways to give your dog more than a standard day: at-home walks, add-ons you can book onto any visit, and a ride to Dogtown and back.
Dog Walking
At-home walks of 20, 30 or 60 minutes, led by the same Dogtown team your dog already knows.
Explore
Enrichment Add-Ons
Frozen Kongs, pupsicles, puzzle games, lick mats, treadmill sessions and the sniff room: add-ons you can book onto any daycare day, Academy day or overnight stay.
Explore
Pick-Up & Drop-Off
The Pup Van collects and returns your dog for $10 each way in the Rockport, Gloucester, Essex and Manchester-by-the-Sea area.
ExploreAdd-ons for daycare, Academy and overnight stays
Customize your pet’s perfect day.
Enrichment you can add to any daycare day, Academy day or overnight stay, plus a bath or full groom before pick-up. Book add-ons online, in the app or at drop-off.
Frozen Kong
A stuffed, frozen Kong for slow, satisfying work and a calm settle afterwards.
Homemade Pupsicle
A frozen treat made in-house. Great for hot days and nervous first visits.
Puzzle Game
Puzzle toys and slow feeders that turn a treat into ten minutes of problem solving.
Lick Mat
Licking is naturally calming. Ideal after play or for dogs who need a mid-day reset.
Treadmill Session
A supervised walk on the dogPACER treadmill for steady, low-impact exercise.
Sniff Room
Find-it games and scent work in a quiet room, tiring the brain as much as the body.
Bath
A warm bath, blow-dry and brush-out in the Dogtown Grooming studio before pick-up. Priced by size.
Full Grooming
Bath plus a breed-specific or custom haircut, so your dog comes home fresh. Priced by size.
Transformations
Smiles and happy tails.
Take a peek at some recent days at Dogtown: playgroups on the turf, Academy rotations and fresh grooms. Every pet leaves looking like a star.
Pick-up & drop-off
The Pup Van comes to you.
Pup Van pick-up and drop-off is available for $10 each way in the Rockport, Gloucester, Essex and Manchester-by-the-Sea area. Not in the area? Ask us for pricing.
- Rockport
- Gloucester
- Essex
- Manchester-by-the-Sea
Google reviews
What pet parents say
Real reviews from pet parents across the North Shore, straight from Google.
Had a great visit? Leave us a review on Google
In the community
Proud to support Cape Ann.
Dogtown sponsors and stands with the local organizations that look after animals and the people who love them.
The Dogtown app
Book in a few taps. Get report cards. Unlock weekly deals.
Stay in the loop with our latest services, book appointments in seconds and see your dog’s daily “pawgress” report, all from the convenience of our app.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers on hours, evaluations, vaccinations and what to bring.
What are your hours, including drop-off and pick-up times?
What is the evaluation process, and why is it required?
What vaccinations and paperwork are required for my dog to attend?
What should I bring when dropping off my dog for daycare or an overnight stay?
Do you offer pick-up and drop-off?
How do you handle dogs with special behavioral needs?
More questions? Read the full FAQ
Contact us
Come say hi.
Have a question? We’re always here to help. Call, drop by during a pick-up window, or send a note and we’ll reply within one business day.
Send a message
Training enquiries hear back within the hour on weekdays.
Next step
Ready for a tail-wagging day?
Book online in a few taps, send the customer inquiry, or come see the facility for yourself. Every dog starts with a free evaluation. No evaluation needed for grooming.
- 01Free evaluationWeekdays 6:30 – 9:30 AM
- 02Book a dayOnline, in the app or by phone
- 03Play, rest, repeatReport card at pick-up