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Treat your furry family member to Durham's "five-paw hotel" at Larkin's Run. Serving clients across Durham and Shoreline, CT, we offer pet boarding, grooming, and training for all pets. Our team of dedicated and experienced professionals is committed to making your pet's stay a wonderful one. As a licensed boarding, grooming, and training facility, we deliver the highest level of service and care to our cuddly clients. With six acres of indoor and outdoor runs, wooded trails, and more, we guarantee your pet will enjoy their visit.
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At Larkin's Run, we provide exceptional services for your furry friend, including pet training classes, nail trimming, boarding, daycare, and much more. Since 2001, pet owners have trusted us throughout Durham and Shoreline, CT, to care for your furry family members. Whatever your pet needs, you can trust our compassionate team to handle it!
For over 20 years, Larkin's Run has served families and their furry friends throughout Durham and Shoreline, CT. We provide the highest level of care to all animals who visit us for boarding, training, or grooming. As a pet daycare and boarding facility, we aim to keep our environment clean and safe for all.
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M. B.
Jun 19, 2022
This is the best place for your dog or cat to stay if you can't take them with you. The people who work there care about giving your pets clean surroundings, attention and extra perks, if you pay a little more. I think they're the best in everything you'd check off on a list for how you'd want your pet to be treated.
Kat S.
May 15, 2022
Definitely good place to leave your dog! Brought my dog here for the second time for a short vacation. I would recommend this establishment! Indoor / outdoor run (kennels) and family owned
Debbie C.
May 08, 2022
Charley was happy and clean following his week at Larkins. It was our first time boarding and they answered all my questions patiently and added cuddle and play time so that he had extra attention with staff.
Liz Brumleve
Jan 09, 2022
My 2 dogs were there for 6 days. They were well cared for. They were bathed and brushed and their coats have never felt better. I highly recommend Larkin's Run. The staff and owners are great people. We will definitely return.
Angie
Nov 07, 2021
My cats recently stayed here for a few nights, and it worked out very well. My two cats got to share a space (something we specifically look for) and there was plenty of room for them. The people who work there are great; very efficient and caring.
B. C.
Sep 28, 2021
One of the best dog boarding facilities I have stepped foot in! It's clean, doesn't smell, and has enough space for any size dog with runners for their leisure to come and go outside. The prices are decent and the services are exceptional. Will definitely bring my pooch here again
N. I.
Nov 21, 2020
Everyone is super friendly, we had a blast lure coursing on Sunday! Will definitely be a regular
Joseph M.
Jul 04, 2020
Tim, Helen and the staff we have met are very inviting and hospitable. The facilities and the program are structured and top notch. We have done both the day care and the overnight boarding on different occasions and have been very pleased each time. She now gets so excited when we simply pull up on the property; and she came back from her overnight content and exhausted.

We plan to have our pooch stay for vacation next week and we feel comfortable that she will be well cared for, exercised, and socialized by caring professionals. The grounds are maintained and nicely set up for all kinds of activities, They really do a great job and we are looking forward to many more visits in the future. PS - they make homemade frozen pet yogurts and offer quality treats at reasonable prices - very cool!
Phoenix Ronan
May 27, 2020
Larkins is amazing! They are so responsive and very reasonably priced. My dog got skunked early morning. I messaged Larkins on Facebook several hours before they opened, they responded almost immediately and told me to go ahead and bring my stinky dog in when they opened. Saved my day! Thank you so much! Brodie says "thank you" too!
Eric Michael Lichter
May 11, 2020
We could not be happier with our experience at Larkin's Run, and we've used them a few times to date. We have two dogs that required both short and long term boarding, and we came back to perfectly happy, healthy, and clean dogs. They take such great care, and when they found a minor concern in our pup Ollie's urine, they contacted our vet, and even brought them a sample. Talk about above and beyond. They even cleaned the toys and bedding before pickup. We happily recommend them to everyone we know!
Danielle H.
Aug 11, 2019
Our German Shorthaired Pointer just came home from his second stay at Larkin's Run. He was very well taken care of. It is so nice to know we have a trusted place to bring him when we go out of town!
Vintage Vault
Jun 13, 2019
I have been a customer for almost 15 years. I can truly count on our dog being cared for without worrying about her. The owners are passionate about their facility and it shows by the way it is run. Staff is excellent and professional. Runs are clean and safe. Thank you for providing a safe place for Daisy.
John K.
Apr 15, 2019
We stopped in over the weekend for a tour of Larkin's Run. This is where you want to take your dog or cat for the best pet vacation. Employees very kind, super organized, the place is super clean and the grounds are just perfect. We saw one of the staff giving prescriptions to the dogs in an orderly fashion. We will definitely bring Lucy here when we head out on vacations.
Megan A.
Feb 04, 2018
I've only just booked my dogs for boarding but I spoke with the owner to schedule, and she was so kind and happy to help with all my questions. Reasonably priced, especially compared to all other boarding facilities around (we have two dogs). I'm a lot more at ease after booking here and getting answers to all my 50+ questions! Will be updating my post after we board!
Kasey B.
Dec 09, 2017
I had to board my two lab mixes for the first time this summer. I was ok with it, but my boyfriend was having serious anxiety over it, so I knew I had to pick the best place. Larkin's Run was excellent. The prices were decent, I was able to book with only a week's notice, and they took such amazing care of my two dogs. The staff were knowledgeable and very friendly.

In addition to just boarding them, they had other services available, including walks, play times, and grooming. The nail clipping service I was more than happy to tack on. That is a high stress and anxiety activity for all of us at home. I will definitely be bringing them back here if I ever find the need again.
Cathy T.
Mar 17, 2017
I have been to many kennels and this is absolutely the only one i feel comfortable leaving my dogs at. Prices are reasonable and the people are really great too.
Jennifer D.
Jul 11, 2016
The staff here are wonderful and they will treat your pet as if it is one of their own. I would highly recommend to anyone who is looking for a place for their pet to stay.
Cheryl C.
Aug 11, 2015
I cannot begin to say how fabulous this place is. The owners the staff the setting is absolutely the best u can have for your pets when they can't be at home with you. Clean and no smell. Like u r visiting someone's house. Nice people that know your pet's name and care about them. Thanks for taking such good care of my snickers!
Leslie A.
May 18, 2015
I love Larkins Run! Owners Helen and Tim take great pride in their place! Very clean and staff is wonderful kind people. If ever a question if my pet is sick or not acting right they wouldnt hesitate to contact me or take to my vet if i am unavailable. I have always had great experiences with Larkins and highly recommend using them to all who are in need of boarding their pets!
C. R.
May 15, 2015
Consider that my eight year old german shepard died in the care of this kennel from what appears to have been bloat. Instructions were given not to run her hard or to have her jump in playtime. A healthy dog, 4 weeks from a hands on exam by her vet, does not bloat without an intervening event. Be cautious regarding putting your beloved pet in the hands of someone that does not follow instructions.
Lyn G.
Nov 18, 2013
Our family has been using Larkin's Run for well over a decade and we love them. More importantly, our 13-year-old Yorkie loves this kennel. The premises are clean and the staff is loving and friendly. They really know their stuff and can provide extra services (playtime, treats, snuggling, walking, training). If they have any questions while I am gone, they call and check with me. Helen and family / staff add expertise to their innate kindness. I don't trust easily but through the many years with them, I have learned that I can surely trust them with our beloved pet.