Home-Based Doggy Day care
Doggy Day care in Sudbury
Drop your dog off on your way to work. Pick up a happy, tired dog at the end of the day. Max and Joy offers home-based doggy daycare in Sudbury with personal, one-on-one attention, a structured daily routine, and the same familiar caregivers every time.
Home-Based, Not a Kennel
Every Dog Gets Attention
Locally Owned and Insured
Video & Photo Updates
100%
Individual attention, every single day
1
Meet and greet required before every first boarding stay
0
Rotating caregivers. Same team for your dog’s entire stay
5★
Rated on Google by Sudbury dog owners
Home-Based Day care That Actually Works for Your Dog
There are two kinds of doggy daycare in Sudbury. The first is a large commercial facility where your dog is one of fifteen or twenty, managed by whoever is on shift that day. The second is what we do.
Every dog gets real, individual attention here. Your dog comes to our actual home, spends the day in a calm living environment with the same people every session, and follows a proper routine that balances activity and rest.
If your dog has been stressed or unsettled after commercial daycare, our model tends to produce a completely different result.
EXCELLENT Based on 22 reviews Posted on Google Bruce WrightsmanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you Max and Joy doggie daycare! Roxie loves going there! She is always excited to see Max and meet other dogs. It is clear that she receives lots of attention, and is cared for by from Heena. I enjoy seeing the pictures and videos of Roxie having so much fun, it puts a big smile on my face. It makes me very pleased to know that Roxie is happy, well looked after, and enjoying her time there. We will continue to have Roxie be loyal multi-weekly guest. I highly recommend this daycare.Posted on Google Karen AgnelloTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am so happy to have found this doggy daycare for Polly. She is so happy to go there. I don’t have to worry about her, they send pictures and videos throughout the day. I would not hesitate to recommend Max and Joy.Posted on Google Kevin LegerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We were hesitant on leaving our dog Memphis in boarding service, but after meeting Heena and Sim, our minds were put at ease. The photos and video updates were a great touch ! We could see the he was very happy and comfortable in their care! Would certainly recommend Max and Joy to anyone looking for dog boarding or day care !Posted on Google Juanita SkruibisTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you’re looking for a dog walker, daycare, or overnight boarding service that truly treats your dog like family, Max and Joy are the best! From the moment Rocky arrives, his tail doesn’t stop wagging. He gets so excited to see Max, Joy, all of his daycare friends, and head out on their adventures. Rocky absolutely adores Joy—he lights up the second he sees her—and it’s clear how much she cares for him and every dog in her care. It’s obvious how much love, care, and attention every dog receives, and I especially appreciate that they don’t use kennels—every dog gets to enjoy a comfortable, home-like environment. Drop-offs and pick-ups are always easy, communication is excellent, and I have complete peace of mind knowing Rocky is happy, safe, and having the time of his life with Max and Joy. Nothing says it better than a dog who can’t wait to go back. Thank you, Max and Joy, for everything you do for Rocky—I couldn’t recommend you more highly!Posted on Google terry lafondTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A home away from home. Very clean, very responsive with many pictures and videos. We will be a repeat client for our cockapoo. Semis she even made some new friends. Thank you kindly for your services.Posted on Google Lyse BrideauTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you so much Heena for looking after our rescue dog Axel. I was very nervous about leaving him with someone for the 1st time but you put me at ease with the pictures and videos that you sent us. Axel was having a great time with your dog Max. Axel is looking forward to his sleepover in July and my husband and I will be able to enjoy our event knowing that he's in good hands.Posted on Google Pame SerranoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Heena was so lovely and amazing! My two boxers, a 3 year old and a 4 month old puppy, absolutely loved staying with her. She was so punctual and gave us amazing service. She sends so many updates and cute photos and videos of my boys that it honestly didn’t feel awful leaving them at all. It was just really comforting and lovely to see them so happy, meeting new doggies and playing with them. I totally recommend her for next time and I’m a super happy customer!Posted on Google Jade GavillerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This was the first time we used their services so I wasn’t sure what to expect but within the first hour I felt relieved when I received tons of updates. We received lots of pictures and videos of the dogs enjoying life. Heena was an absolute joy to my dogs and treated them like her own and our dogs were very happy and tired coming home! Would highly recommend them. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Posted on Google JennaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great experience with this daycare. I visited Sudbury twice from out of town and it was very nice to be at ease knowing my dog was taken care of. They sent lots of pictures and videos which was very appreciated. Definitely will trust them with my dog again the next time I visit. Thank you! 😊Posted on Google Sharon IsraelskiTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our 1-year-old Bernadoodle, Welles, stayed at Max & Joy’s Daycare while we were visiting Sudbury from Toronto for an event, and we couldn’t have been happier with the experience. Sim and Henna graciously accommodated us on very short notice, which we truly appreciated. From the moment we arrived, they were welcoming, friendly, and professional. They encouraged us to stay while Welles got acquainted with the other dogs, allowing us to see firsthand how comfortable and well-supervised the environment was. Throughout the day, we received several photos and videos of Welles playing and having a great time. Those updates gave us tremendous peace of mind and allowed us to enjoy our event knowing he was in good hands. They also followed all of our feeding instructions exactly as requested. The flexibility with both drop-off and pickup was another huge bonus. It’s clear that Sim and Henna genuinely care about the dogs they look after. Their knowledge, experience, and love for animals shine through in everything they do. When we picked Welles up, he was happy, relaxed, and clearly had an amazing day. He had so much fun that he slept for most of the four-hour drive home! We highly recommend Max & Joy’s Daycare to anyone looking for a trustworthy, caring, and professional dog daycare in the Sudbury area. Thank you, Sim and Henna, for taking such wonderful care of Welles. We wouldn’t hesitate to leave him with you again.
Simple, Straightforward Pricing
Two options depending on how long you need. No hidden fees, no contracts.
Doggy Daycare
Half Day
Up to 4 hours
$35+HST
- You drop off at our home
- Supervised play and rest
- Calm, home-based setting
- Photo update during the session
- Good for appointments or shorter days
Doggy daycare
Full Day
Full working day
$45+HST
- You drop off at our home
- Full structured daily routine
- Playtime, enrichment, rest, and outdoor time
- Same caregivers, every single session
- Photo updates throughout the day
Have a Question Regarding Pricing?
Give us Call on +1 (249) 979-0220 or email us on info@maxandjoy.com
A Typical Day care Day at Max and Joy
Every daycare day follows a consistent structure. Consistency helps dogs settle and reduces anxiety, especially for dogs that are new to daycare.
- Morning arrival and potty break
- Supervised playtime with the group
- Mental stimulation activities (not just physical play)
- Rest and nap time built into the middle of the day
- Outdoor time in our secure backyard
- Trail or park outings for compatible dogs, with owner consent
- Calm wind-down before pickup
Your dog will go home genuinely tired. Not overstimulated, not stressed, just properly exercised and settled.
Why We are Different From Other Daycare in Sudbury

Our Home, Not a Commercial Facility
Your dog spends the day in a real house. Furniture, warmth, a real living environment. No concrete floors, no bank of kennels, no industrial lighting. A home is fundamentally different from a facility and dogs respond to that.

The Same Faces Every Session
No rotating staff, no whoever-is-in-today. Your dog builds a genuine relationship with our team. For dogs that take time to trust people or that become anxious around strangers, this consistency changes everything about how they experience the day.

Real Love, Real Attention
We never take on more dogs than we can properly care for. This keeps stress low, attention high, and means caregivers are actually present and engaged with every dog rather than managing a crowd.

Every Dog Is Assessed Before Joining
New dogs do a meet-and-greet before their first daycare session. We check temperament, how they interact with other dogs, and whether they are a good fit for the current group. If they are not, we say so honestly.
How to Get Started
Getting Your Dog Into Daycare
01.
Book a Meet and Greet
Book online or call us to schedule your service. A meet and greet is required before daycare so we can assess the fit before any stay or walk begins.
02.
You Drop Off
You bring your dog on the first day of their stay.
03.
We Handle the Day
Your dog is supervised, exercised, rested, and cared for properly. You do not need to check in or worry.
04.
Relax and Get Updates
Photos and check-ins. You always know how your dog is doing without having to ask.
Is Our Doggy Daycare Right for Your Dog?
Our daycare is a particularly good fit for:
- Dogs that struggle being home alone for long stretches during the day
- Social dogs that get anxious or destructive when left by themselves
- Dogs that find large, busy daycare facilities overwhelming
- Dogs that do better with consistent, familiar faces than in large mixed packs
- Owners that want consistent caregivers and regular updates during the day
Frequently Asked Questions
About Doggy Daycare
No. For daycare, you bring your dog to our home. This lets us keep the group small and maintain a calm, controlled environment throughout the day.
Half-day is up to 4 hours and costs $35 plus HST. Full-day covers the whole working day and costs $45 plus HST. Choose based on your schedule.
Yes. All dogs need to be current on core vaccinations before attending. This protects every dog in the group.
We never take on more dogs than we can give real attention to. That's non-negotiable.
Reach out and describe your dog's behaviour. Our small-group, home-based model often works well for dogs that find larger groups overwhelming. We will be straightforward about whether we think daycare is the right fit.
Yes, before every dog's first session. It is quick and it makes the actual daycare day go much better for your dog.
Limited Spots Available
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Limited spots. A structured day. Familiar faces every time. If you are looking for doggy daycare in Greater Sudbury that is actually calm and personal, get in touch today.



