Welcome to
The Canine Cottage
At The Canine Cottage, we believe your dog deserves more than a kennel—they deserve a home away from home. That's why we've created a safe, comfortable, and loving environment where every guest is treated like the family dog.
Unlike large commercial boarding facilities, we intentionally keep our guest list small so each dog receives personalized attention, daily interaction, and plenty of affection throughout their stay.
Whether your pup enjoys playing outdoors, going for walks, lounging in a cozy spot, or simply being close to people, we strive to provide a stress-free experience tailored to their needs.
Our home-based boarding approach allows dogs to enjoy a more relaxed atmosphere while maintaining the structure and care they're accustomed to at home.
We take the time to learn each dog's routine, preferences, and personality so they feel comfortable and secure from the moment they arrive.
Our goal is to provide exceptional care, clear communication, and complete peace of mind while you're away.
We know that leaving your dog(s) in someone else's care is a big decision. As dog owners ourselves, we understand and aim to earn that trust and have The Canine Cottage become your family's 'go-to' dog boarding choice!
Meet 'The Team'
Scott & Alexis
We met in college in Washington, D.C. and have been raising our family in TX since 2014!
We both grew up with dogs and have owned many since getting married in 2011!
Alexis is a chronic animal rescuer and long-time dog foster mom. You can count on her to stop and look at every lost dog notice and scoop up any and all strays!
Scott works from home full-time, Alexis is a freelance writer and homeschools their 5 children. What does that mean? We are home ALL DAY to love on your dog(s)!
Jon, Henry, Klaire, Cate & Elise
These five love dogs and help take care of not only our two dogs, but our guest dogs as well!
Klaire is our resident dog washer! You can count on Cate to volunteer first to walk any dog and then promptly snuggle up with them in her reading chair.
Henry & Jon are likely to be found playing backyard baseball with tennis balls, much to the delight of our ball-loving guests!
And Elise is always ready to show all the 'new dogs' her Paw Patrol toy dog collection.
Dusty & Micu
Dusty is a 3 year old Golden Retriever and literally the best dog in the whole world. Except for when she steals pepperoni or cheese off the kitchen counter when we aren't looking! She is friends with everyone and a great dog playmate!
Micu (mee-coo) is a 4 year old terrier mix who we fondly call the 'Couch Queen'. She is the most patient terrier I've ever met, letting the little girls treat her like a real life stuffed animal.
Now that the kids are a bit older, we are excited to get back into fostering dogs! Henry is especially hopeful for a dachshund foster ;)
What our clients are saying...
"We had such a wonderful experience with Canine Cottage! Our dogs seemed right at home and were so happy and comfortable while we were away. They truly went above and beyond to care for them and give them lots of love and attention. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing they were in such great hands. "
-Krista & John R.
(Bella & Maggie, Aug. 2026)
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We had such a wonderful experience with The Canine Cottage when we boarded our dog over Labor Day weekend! From start to finish, their communication was exceptional. I was kept informed throughout our trip, which gave me so much peace of mind and allowed me to truly relax knowing she was in such good hands. It was clear that she was being cared for with so much love and attention.
One of the things I appreciated most was knowing she was close to home and staying with a family who genuinely loves and cares for her like their own. There is something so comforting about that personal, family-oriented environment compared to a traditional boarding facility. She wasn’t just being watched while we were away; she was being cared for as part of a family.
Leaving your dog while traveling can be stressful, but The Canine Cottage made the entire experience so much easier. We are incredibly grateful for the care, communication, and peace of mind they provided.
I would absolutely recommend The Canine Cottage to anyone looking for a loving, trustworthy, and personal place for their fur baby to stay. We will definitely be using them again!
-Caitlin & Josh B.
(Sadie, Sept. 2026)