Our Story
Paws Canine Activity Center was opened in 2023 by cousins Dan & Mallory Poirier. After founding and operating Buffalo’s largest Dog Daycare, Boarding, Grooming, & Training facility for over a decade, they learned that daycare isn’t a one-size-fits-all. Many dogs, for a variety of reasons, don’t succeed in the traditional, large-group, off leash daycare environment. Some dogs are shy or fearful, some are too exuberant which can cause safety concerns, and some are intact (not spayed / neutered). After owning dogs themselves who disliked group-style daycare, and having no option but to leave them home during the day, they knew an alternative option was needed for the dogs of WNY.
At Paws, dogs participate in various activities throughout the day, which are selected based on each dog’s individual preferences. They can play, work their mind, and burn that excess energy during a structured, individualized day away from home!
