The Good Dog Spot
Pioneer Valley’s most trusted home away from home for pets
Closed · Opens Sun 7 AM
About The Good Dog Spot
Pioneer Valley’s trusted home-away-from-home for pets, offering compassionate grooming, dog daycare, and overnight boarding (dogs and cats), plus a self-serve dog wash and puppy socialization program.
- Locations
- 2 locations
Services & prices
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Dog Daycare
Safe, fun, climate-controlled off-leash dog play with curated playgroups, enrichment, education, and daily report cards. Evaluations and applications required.
From $39.95 (full day) -
Enhanced Dog Daycare
Tailored daycare experience designed to leave dogs feeling fulfilled—not exhausted—using personalized attention and structured activities.
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Spots Tots (Puppy Socialization Program)
Puppy program for ages 8–20 weeks to build confidence and prepare for daycare; includes curriculum, supervised play, and Fear Free handling. Available in both locations (days may vary).
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Dog & Cat Boarding (Overnight)
Secure overnight suites for dogs and private cat condos for cats (cat boarding currently available in Northampton). Includes wellness checks, report cards, potty breaks, and security systems.
Start at $39.95 per night (dog lodging rates) -
Day Boarding (Dogs)
Calmer, individualized day boarding for dogs who may not be suited for group daycare; includes private suite and activity packages.
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Grooming Spaw (Dog & Cat Grooming)
Full-service grooming spa experience including baths, nail trims, ear cleaning, brushing, foot/pad trim, and styling. Groomers book 1–2 weeks in advance.
Services start at $50+ (bath) and $60+ (salon services) -
Self-Serve Dog Wash (Northampton)
DIY dog washing stations with bathing and high-velocity drying; supplies included; first visit includes a demonstration. Call ahead for availability.
$20 per dog; $108 for 6 washes; $192 for 12 washes -
Spot On Canine Academy (Training)
Positive-based dog training programs designed to support dogs attending daycare, overnight stays, or specialized training sessions (packages in development).
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Webcam Access (Client Portal)
Live webcams in every playroom (except nap time and overnight) accessible via client portal; webcam fee is $1 per visit.
$1 per visit
Good to know
Amenities
- Climate-controlled facilities
- Live webcams in playrooms (via client portal)
- Daily wellness checks
- Daily report cards
- Outdoor potty breaks
- State-of-the-art security systems
- HydroSurge bathing system (mentioned for grooming)
- Snout-to-tail assessment (grooming)
- Shed Control Program
- Fear Free handling (Spot’s Tots; also referenced in program descriptions)
Highlights
- Ruff’eral Program
- Webcam fee: $1 per visit
- Closed for lunch 12:30–1:30pm (front door/reception closed 12:30–1:30pm)
- Grooming appointments available Monday–Saturday; closed for lunch daily 12:30–1:30pm
- Cat boarding available in Northampton location (per site text)
Certifications
- Fear Free certification (team members)
- CPACO (Certified Professional Animal Care Operator) mentioned for owner
Team
- Cory & Elizabeth Staples (Owners)
- Alyssa (Grooming Technician - Northampton)
- Ashlie (Pet Care Specialist - Chicopee)
- Jennifer Rueli (Spot On Academy Lead Instructor)
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