In My Paws

In My Paws is a cage-free dog boarding and daycare facility at 1565 US-22 in Watchung, NJ, that also offers grooming. Overnight guests sleep in private suites rather than crates, and dogs of every size, from small to large, are accepted. Boarding, day play, and baths all happen in the same building.

Services and amenities

• Overnight boarding in Executive and Standard suites or Cabanas
• Cage-free setup with large indoor and outdoor play areas
• Dog daycare, on its own or as part of a boarding stay
• Grooming, including add-on baths before pickup
• In-house meals

What stands out

The building gets real attention on air and temperature. There is three-zone heating and air conditioning, plus a PetAirapy UV air purification and ventilation system, and staff follow hospital-grade sanitation procedures. That combination matters more than it sounds when a lot of dogs share indoor space through a New Jersey winter.

Every new dog goes through a temperament evaluation before joining the group. Owners of dogs who are picky about other dogs should ask about this step when they call, since it shapes how a first stay is arranged.

Rates, hours, and booking

Overnight rates published by the facility run from $55 to $75 per night, depending on the accommodation. The doors open at 7:00 AM Monday through Saturday, with pickup until 7:00 PM on weekdays and 5:00 PM on Saturday. Sunday hours are shorter: 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Reservations are made by phone at 908-757-0200. Proof of current vaccinations is required before any dog stays or attends daycare, so it helps to have veterinary records ready at the first call. For owners in Watchung and the surrounding Somerset County towns, the US-22 location makes drop-off easy on the way out of town.