Puppy Paradis

Puppy Paradis is a cage-free dog daycare in Salem, NH, located at 484 S. Broadway, and it also offers in-home boarding. Dogs spend the day in play groups rather than crates, separated by size and temperament. Published rates run $30 to $40 per day. The facility draws from southern New Hampshire and northern Massachusetts.

Services and amenities

• Cage-free daycare across six separate indoor and outdoor play areas
• In-home boarding
• Baths and nail trims
• Medication administration for dogs that need it
• Seasonal and birthday parties

What makes it different

Group sizes stay small, usually 15 to 30 dogs a day. That scale is what lets staff sort the pack by size and play style instead of running everyone together, so a shy senior isn't stuck with a pack of adolescent retrievers. Indoor areas are climate controlled, which keeps the day running in July heat and February cold alike. Anti-slip rubber flooring gives dogs steady footing while they play, and the outdoor play equipment is custom built for the yards. Elderly dogs, very small dogs, and dogs with disabilities are welcome, and staff can give medication during the day.

Practical details

Puppy Paradis is open Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and closed Saturday and Sunday. Booking is handled online. Proof of vaccination is required before a dog can join the pack. Owners with questions can call 603-706-0742 or email Puppyparadis@gmail.com, and the business keeps active Facebook and Instagram accounts. Grooming here is limited to the basics, baths and nail trims, rather than full styling, so owners looking for a full groom will want a separate appointment elsewhere.