Welcome to your dog’s new favorite place!
Fear Free Certified Care
Since 2011, we’ve been a trusted part of the community, caring for dogs of all sizes, ages, and temperaments. At the Companion Animal Center in Oakdale, Minnesota our Fear Free Pledged team takes the time to understand each pet’s personality, needs, and emotional well-being—delivering structured, compassionate care that goes beyond routine to truly support your dog’s comfort and happiness.
Standards That Set Us Apart
Our facility is not only clean and secure—it’s fully licensed and inspected by the Minnesota Board of Animal Health (a requirement that is not standard across boarding & daycare facilities in Minnesota). With spacious accommodations—including 12,000 square feet of turf play space with professional grade joint support in-fill—daily enrichment, and close supervision, we provide a calming, low-stress environment where your dog can rest, play, and feel at ease.
Premium Care at Affordable Pricing
We believe exceptional care should be accessible. That’s why we offer competitive pricing for premium services—including spa treatments, enriching daycare, and thoughtfully designed boarding options. Every service is delivered with purpose and backed by a deep commitment to your dog’s overall well-being.
You don’t know it yet….but your dog is so happy you found us!
EPIC Dog Daycare
With 12,000 Square Feet of play space— dogs get to be dogs! They learn & explore through enrichment that supports their wellness!
Premium Boarding
Need a place for your dog to stay and play when you’re out of town? Enjoy your time away while trusting our Fear Free Certified care!
Fear Free Certified
Fear Free Pledged team takes the time to understand each pet’s personality, needs, and emotional well-being
Dogs & Donuts
Every Sunday we host “Dogs & Donuts” events! From puppy playtime to breed theme days visit our Event Page to learn more!
Fear Free Spa
Spa treatments are one of our most sought after services and are always provided under our Fear Free Pledge!
We conveniently serve the east metro suburbs of Ramsey and Washington Counties—including Lake Elmo, Mahtomedi, Maplewood, North Saint Paul, Oakdale, White Bear Lake, and Woodbury. And for our neighbors in Wisconsin—we’re an easy drive on I-694, perfect for a drop off on your way to the airport or your drive up north!
We have high standards—we know you do too!
Trusted to care for thousands of pets since 2011
Exclusive active enrollment-only access daycare program
Facility fully inspected & licensed by the Minnesota Board of Animal Health
Industry leading staff-to-dog ratios
Veterinarian-preferred rotation-based play model
Enrichment program with structure & routine
Animal CPR + first aid trained staff
Safe facility with non toxic paints, flooring, surfaces
State of the art UV light HVAC system to kill germs, viruses, mold spores, bacteria and fungi
Veterinary approved cleaners & disinfectants
Health & Safety
12,000+ sf of indoor & outdoor play
Custom fabricated kennel accommodations made in the usa
Large turfed outdoor yards with abundant shade sails for safe play
Spacious overnight boarding suites with private outdoor patios
Fear Free trained staff creating a stress-free environment
Enrichment program with structure & routine
Facility with Fear Free natural color palette
Six unique outdoor dog areas
Soothing surround sound music
All suites are equipped with orthopedic raised beds
Security cameras inside & outside facility
Comfort & Design
Let’s get social!
Our journey toward building the Companion Animal Center has been guided by a simple belief: every dog deserves a safe, supportive place to stay. While we’re here to care for dogs who are away from home—through premium daycare and boarding—we also quietly extend that same thoughtful care to an estimated 3,000 dogs and cats each year who are lost or without a home, helping them find stability until their loving owner comes for them or a fresh start if they turn out to not have a loving home of their own`.
Our commitment to compassion shapes everything we do, for every animal who walks through our doors.