Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Luxury Pet Care Since 1960
Morris Animal Inn has been family-owned and operated since 1960, nurtured through four generations to become an internationally recognized pet care facility. Our legacy is rooted in unparalleled pet care and community enrichment, offering customized services for dogs and cats across three luxurious locations in New Jersey. Our ultra-modern facilities feature amenities like climate-controlled suites, outdoor play areas, and state-of-the-art grooming salons, all staffed by accredited professionals trained through the Outstanding Pet Care Learning Center. We prioritize pet wellness with 24/7 veterinary support and specialized care for pets with unique needs. Our team's decades of combined experience ensure every guest receives personalized attention, from room service to tailored enrichment activities. We maintain rigorous safety standards with 24-hour surveillance, air purification systems, and emergency backup generators.Our commitment to innovation is reflected in programs like Fear-Free certified training, cooperative care sessions, and AKC Canine Good Citizen preparation. With over 60 years of industry leadership, we combine tradition with cutting-edge pet care technology to deliver exceptional service. Our staff's dedication is evident in testimonials praising our ability to make pets feel at home while providing peace of mind for owners. We continuously invest in professional development, holding certifications from Paragon Grooming School, CATCH Canine Communication, and Dog Gurus. Our facilities accommodate special requirements including medication administration, customized feeding schedules, and medical care coordination with personal veterinarians.
Services
Dog Boarding
Cat Boarding
Dog Daycare
Pet Grooming
Dog Training
Puppy Boarding
Luxury Suites
Special Needs Care
Pet Wellness
Cooperative Care Training
Details
- Year established: 1960
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1960 with four generations of pet care expertise
- 24/7 veterinary support and emergency medical protocols
- Fear-Free certified professionals for stress-free pet handling
- Customized enrichment programs for individual pet needs
- State-of-the-art facilities with climate control and air purification
Associations and certifications
- Professional Pet Boarding Certification program
- Paragon Grooming School
- CATCH Canine Communication
- Dog Gurus
- Outstanding Pet Care Learning Center (OPCLC)
What people say
Dogs can't wait to return
Professional staff
Luxurious accommodations
Effective training results
Peace of mind for owners
Services
Dog Boarding
Our dog boarding accommodations feature climate-controlled suites with soft lighting, soothing music, and premium bedding options. Guests enjoy daily maid service, outdoor playtime, and personalized care packages. Special needs support includes medication administration and customized feeding schedules. The facility maintains 24-hour surveillance and emergency backup systems for pet safety.
Pet Grooming
Professional grooming services include baths with the Prima Bathing System, haircuts, nail trimming, and skin treatments. Our Fear-Free certified stylists provide stress-reduction techniques for anxious pets. Shed-Less treatments help minimize dander while maintaining coat health. Puppies receive specialized first-time grooming experiences with photo documentation.
Dog Training
Positive reinforcement training programs address basic obedience, socialization, and advanced behavioral modification. Certified trainers offer Lodge n Learn camps, private lessons, and cooperative care sessions. The curriculum includes AKC Canine Good Citizen preparation and Fear-Free handling techniques for veterinary procedures.
Pet Wellness
Our dedicated wellness department provides 24/7 veterinary support and medical monitoring. Staff administer oral/topical medications and coordinate care with personal veterinarians. Emergency protocols include on-call veterinary services and immediate response procedures for urgent medical situations.
Dog Daycare
Supervised daycare includes group play, swimming activities, and structured training sessions. Specialized programs like Playcare Academy combine exercise with manners training. Indoor and outdoor play areas accommodate different energy levels, with water features and agility equipment available for enrichment.
People
Walter Morris
CKO
Co-founder with economics degree from Villanova University, transformed Poodle Palace into an international pet care brand. Active in community service and pet industry associations, he co-owns Morris Pet Care Consulting LLC.
Joanne Morris
President
Fourth-generation leader with hospitality management background, expanded services to include training and wellness programs. Serves on OPCLC board and manages financial operations while maintaining daily facility oversight.
Kristina Kruty
Daycare & Training Manager
Certified Professional Dog Trainer with Fear-Free credentials, developed puppy enrichment programs. Holds degrees in Animal Science and specializes in behavioral consulting for daycare guests.
Abbie Stuttard
Director of Daycare and Training
Dog behavior specialist with expertise in socialization programs, created structured training curricula. Competes in dog sports and applies agility training principles to enrichment activities.
Cyndi Andrinopoulos
Grooming Assistant Manager
Veteran groomer with 35+ years experience, oversees grooming team and client consultations. Specializes in Yorkie grooming and maintains industry education partnerships.
Questions
What sets Morris Animal Inn apart from other pet facilities?
We combine four generations of family ownership with modern amenities like climate-controlled suites, 24/7 veterinary support, and Fear-Free certified professionals across three luxury locations.
What vaccination records are required for boarding?
Dogs need current Rabies, Distemper/Parvo, Bordetella, and Canine Influenza vaccinations. Cats require Rabies and Distemper. Proof must be provided by a licensed veterinarian.
Can special needs pets receive accommodations?
Yes, our trained staff handles medication administration, customized feeding schedules, and medical monitoring while coordinating with personal veterinarians as needed.
Are grooming services available without boarding?
Grooming services can be booked seven days a week either as standalone appointments or combined with lodging or daycare reservations.
What training programs do you offer?
We provide Lodge n Learn training camps, private lessons, puppy socialization, and cooperative care sessions using positive reinforcement methods certified by CPDT-KA professionals.
How do you ensure pet safety during stays?
24-hour camera surveillance, emergency backup generators, smoke/fire detection systems, and trained staff maintaining 1:10 staff-to-pet ratios ensure constant monitoring and quick response capabilities.
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