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 36 reviews Posted on Google Christina BTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We are grateful to Max and Joy, a local business, for providing our pup with dog boarding and dog walking services for three days. We were nervous to leave him overnight for the first time, but Heena and Sim made us feel at ease with their meet and greet as well as their video and picture updates throughout our time away. They provided Yogi with a safe and fun-filled environment and he was very happy. We will use their services again and we highly recommend them.Posted on Google Prashad KandiahTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great overall experience with Max and Joy! My wife and I had to go to Toronto over the long weekend, and they took amazing care of our dog. Henna kept us updated with photos throughout our trip, which gave us great peace of mind. I highly recommend their dog boarding service and will definitely be using them again.Posted on Google Bettina KealyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Peace of mind leaving my pouch at this kennel over the long weekend. I was sent frequent updates, videos and photos which helped us to know that our dog was in good hands.Posted on Google Jolene BenoitTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We left our dog Poppy with Max and Joy for a weekend and it was an absolute success. Poppy is still a puppy and she was very well taken care of. I received daily updates in the form of pictures and videos, showing how happy she was to be there! Max and Joy are also very reasonably priced! I 💯 will be using their services again! Thank you!Posted on Google E. T.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. When I arrived at Max and Joy for a meet and greet, Heena answered all of my questions and stated that her and her husband treat all dogs like their own. I dropped my pup off a couple days later and received photo/video updates throughout the day which was greatly appreciated. I was hesitant about leaving my pup with someone other than my mum but I’ll definitely be a returning customer at Max and Joy!😊🥰Posted on Google T DawgTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I 100% will use this service every time I visit Sudbury! I was visiting from Grand Rapids, Michigan and I needed help with daycare for my reactive hound while we went to Science North. I brought my giant reactive Redbone Coonhound, and he was instantly at ease. Hank had access to the fenced in yard, but chose to spend his time laying on the couch and floor. I am always nervous to leave Hank somewhere new because of his dog reactivity, but I was assured that he was in good hands, and I 100% was. I received so many videos and photos during my 3 hour trip to Science North, and that helped put me at ease. We visit Sudbury once a year, and it is great to know that we have a safe place to find dog daycare. I would recommend to ANYONE! The whole vibe in the home is extremely loving and chill. I am so grateful I found this business!!Posted on Google Pamela Yarkie CrichTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We know how difficult it is to entrust others with our furry family members 🐾 but we cannot praise and be more thankful for Max & Joy’s Home-Based Dog Boarding/Daycare. As first-time users of overnight doggie boarding service, we are beyond happy and relieved to have had such a great experience from our first meet n greet to drop-off to pickup! The moment we all first met, we knew our pupper would be in kind, caring, and experienced hands… so obvious how much love, affection, understanding and attention they give every dog in their care! The updates and pictures and videos throughout his stay were so appreciated and helped with our peace of mind. It is truly a relief to have found a local small business in Greater Sudbury that we can trust to care for our furry family member like one of their own with their safe, loving, reliable and accommodating overnight boarding services…Even as first-time clients, we felt completely at ease, and we'll definitely be back! 🐾 💙 Supporting local businesses like this really makes a difference, and we're so grateful to have found them. 5 🦴 out of 5 🦴 will book again!Posted on Google Daniel GuayTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. There's a reason this is the top rated dog service in Sudbury. The owners genuinely love dogs and are great with them. My shepherd can get anxious at times but was definitely relaxed and happy during her stay. I really appreciated all the photos and videos I was sent through the day. The owners work hard and offer plenty of 1:1 attention. Great value for this service.Posted on Google Joanna FabrisTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We were visiting Sudbury from out of town for a family event and needed someone to watch our dog for the weekend. Heena was absolutely wonderful and we felt at ease when leaving our dog with her. Their home is perfect with a big back yard for him to run around and we got so many pictures and video updates which we really appreciated. We would highly recommend and plan to use again if back in Sudbury visiting.Posted on Google Ariel PhillipsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Hina is the best! She was so attentive to all of my concerns and reassured me when I expressed anxiety over leaving my dog for the first time. My dog came home happy and seems to have loved her time with you! Thank you so much for taking such good care of Coco Bean.
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.



