When co-founders Ethan Money and Elisa Voss set out in 2021 to find boarding for their own dogs, they hit a familiar roadblock: an industry standard they simply couldn’t trust. Traditional kennels relied on concrete runs, cramped cages, and rigid schedules that failed to reflect how dogs actually experience being away from home.
That frustration gave rise to a new vision. Pawmenities was born not as another kennel facility, but as an award-winning luxury pet hospitality company built entirely on a home standard.
Serving Greater Boston—with locations in the Boston Seaport (1 Harbor Shore Drive, offering convenient pickup and drop-off) and the North Shore (Lynnfield, MA)—Pawmenities is transforming what it means to leave your dog behind.
A Home Standard, Not a Kennel Standard
At Pawmenities, dogs aren’t “boarders”—they are honored guests. The core philosophy is simple yet revolutionary: every protocol starts with how a dog actually experiences time away from their family.
- Cage-Free Environment: Gone are the days of isolation behind chain-link fences. Dogs enjoy a warm, private home setting designed for comfort and relaxation.
- 24/7 Supervision & Small-Group Play: Safety and socialization go hand-in-hand. Care is continuous, day and night, paired with behavior-informed small-group play so dogs can socialize with peers who match their temperament and energy level.
- Health & Safety First: Every guest undergoes a thorough care assessment before their stay, supported by verified health screenings and integrated veterinary emergency arrangements to ensure peace of mind.
- Tiered Pricing for Tailored Care: Recognizing that every dog is unique, Pawmenities offers flexible, tiered pricing options—Essential, Comfort, Plus, and Premier—tailoring each stay to your pet’s exact needs.
Comprehensive Care & White-Glove Convenience
Pawmenities goes far beyond standard boarding and daycare. Their comprehensive suite of services includes specialized Board & Train programs designed to support positive behavioral growth, plus a popular door-to-door pet chauffeur service that takes the stress out of transit for busy pet parents.
Even the departure process is elevated: every boarding stay concludes with a complimentary end-of-stay bath, nail trim, and brushing, ensuring your dog returns home looking, smelling, and feeling their absolute best.
Proprietary Technology Meets High-Touch Hospitality
What truly sets Pawmenities apart is its marriage of exceptional animal care and cutting-edge innovation. Instead of relying on off-the-shelf software, the company builds its own proprietary technology ecosystem:
- Client Portal: Streamlines onboarding, pet profiles, and seamless booking.
- Admin Hub: Manages scheduling, secure payments, and unified client communications.
- Staff App: Empowers caretakers with real-time care details, photo sharing, and instant updates for pet parents.
- Sam, the AI Phone Receptionist: Ensures no inquiry goes unanswered by handling calls around the clock. (Callers can also easily request a callback anytime at pawmenities.com/request-a-call.)
Recognized Excellence
This commitment to innovation, animal welfare, and luxury hospitality hasn’t gone unnoticed. Pawmenities has been recognized by the 2026 Global Recognition Awards and featured in Forbes, cementing its status as an industry leader.
Yet, despite the accolades and advanced technology, Pawmenities’ heartbeat remains rooted in genuine love for animals.
“We started Pawmenities because we couldn’t find care we would trust with our own dogs. We built a home standard, not a kennel standard.”
— Ethan Money, Co-Founder & CEO
“Every protocol we run starts with how a dog actually experiences being away from home.”
— Elisa Voss, Co-Founder
For pet parents in Greater Boston looking for a standard of care that treats their dog like family, Pawmenities offers a refreshing, worry-free sanctuary. Discover the future of pet hospitality at pawmenities.com.
