Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Dog Daycare & Boarding Facility in Devens, MA
At Manilow's Canine Playground, we channel our lifelong passion for animals into creating a nurturing environment for dogs and peace of mind for their owners. Founded in 2003 by Barbara Drury, our facility was inspired by the unwavering spirit of our namesake dog, Manilow, a yellow Labrador Retriever who motivated us to pursue this dream. With over two decades of dedicated service, we relocated to Devens, Massachusetts, where we've built strong community ties through initiatives like supporting first responders and local food pantries during the pandemic. Our team of experienced professionals prioritizes individualized care, carefully grouping dogs by both size and temperament to ensure safe, joyful interactions. We maintain rigorous health standards requiring spaying/neutering and up-to-date vaccinations, including rabies, distemper, and bordetella.Our spacious outdoor facilities feature secure fencing and multiple play zones, operating daily with extended hours to accommodate working pet owners. Recognized for our commitment to canine well-being, we've maintained a loyal client base through consistent quality care and transparent communication. Our 20th anniversary celebration in 2023 marked another milestone in our ongoing mission to provide exceptional dog care services. We take pride in being a trusted partner for pet owners across Central Massachusetts, offering daycare, boarding, and grooming services in a facility designed for both safety and enjoyment. Our approach combines professional expertise with genuine affection, ensuring every dog receives personalized attention throughout their stay.
Services
Dog Daycare
Pet Boarding
Dog Grooming
Play Groups
Vaccination Compliance
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 20 years of specialized dog care experience since 2003
- Our staff expertly groups dogs by both size and temperament
- We maintain rigorous vaccination and health compliance standards
- Our facility features secure outdoor play areas with multiple zones
- We provide extended hours including weekend availability
What people say
Genuine love for dogs
Carefully grouped by personality
Spacious outdoor areas
Excited to visit daily
Community involvement
Services
Dog Daycare
Our supervised daycare program provides structured playtime in secure outdoor spaces with multiple activity zones. Dogs are carefully grouped by size and temperament for safe socialization. The program includes regular breaks in private crates to prevent overstimulation, ensuring pets return home happy and well-exercised while maintaining their regular routines.
Pet Boarding
Our boarding facility offers comfortable accommodations with both indoor and outdoor access. Each stay includes personalized attention, regular play sessions, and monitoring of dietary needs. The secure environment features climate-controlled indoor spaces and fenced outdoor areas, providing a safe and engaging experience for dogs staying overnight or during extended periods.
Dog Grooming
Professional grooming services include bathing, coat trimming, nail clipping, and ear cleaning. Our experienced groomers work with various breeds, using quality products to maintain coat health and appearance. The service is available as a standalone option or combined with daycare/boarding, ensuring pets look and feel their best during their visit.
People
Barbara Drury
Owner
Barbara Drury founded Manilow's Canine Playground in 2003, inspired by her late yellow Labrador Retriever Manilow. With decades of hands-on experience in dog care, she relocated the business to Devens in 2018, maintaining its reputation for excellence. Barbara leads a team of dedicated professionals committed to animal welfare.
Questions
What services does Manilow's offer?
We provide dog daycare, boarding, and grooming services in a secure facility with experienced staff and multiple outdoor play areas.
What vaccination requirements exist?
Dogs must have current rabies, distemper, and bordetella vaccinations with proof provided before first visit.
When are you open?
Monday-Friday 6:45am-6:30pm, Saturday & Sunday 7:00-9:00am, 12:00-2:00pm, and 5:00-7:00pm.
How do you group dogs?
We carefully group dogs by both size and temperament to ensure safe, enjoyable socialization experiences for all pets.
Where are you located?
Our facility is at 253 Barnum Road, Devens, MA 01434, conveniently located off Route 2 at the Devens exit.
Reviews (4)
Katrina
Dec 27, 2021
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We looked at several options when moving to town and Manilow's was the best choice for us! Reasons we LOVE Manilow's: the pups are outside and able to get fresh air throughout the majority of their days, the pups get downtime in their crate (aka no crazy, over stimulated puppy when we bring her home), and Barbara and her team do a great job at grouping the dogs not just based on size but personality.
The folks who work there are 'dog people' and invest in that bond with your pup. Prices are reasonable and discounts available for military or purchasing packages. Manilow's hosts several fundraising initiatives throughout the year giving back and investing in the community.
The folks who work there are 'dog people' and invest in that bond with your pup. Prices are reasonable and discounts available for military or purchasing packages. Manilow's hosts several fundraising initiatives throughout the year giving back and investing in the community.
Alicia White
Mar 25, 2020
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Cobo loves going here. He has so much fun and you can tell they really love dogs here. People who haven't even left their dogs here left a bad review and the other person didn't even put a comment. We have left Cobo here for many family trips and nothing has bad has ever happened He loves it and will keep coming back.
David Atkinson
Dec 31, 2019
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Witnessed this companies truck parked with three large dogs left inside with the windows only cracked for over 10 mins. Never heard of this company until today and would never leave my dog with such an irresponsible person.
Catherine Spacciapoli
Apr 03, 2019
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Barbara and her team took extra good care of our dog when we needed to board him last minute. They took time to give us a tour of the facilities and explain their process. You can tell they give individualized attention to each pup and their needs which I found comforting. Will be calling them again when we need to board our dog.
