Lil' Dogs - Daycare, Boarding & Grooming

About us

New ownership, same love for little dogs

A fresh start for a St. Clair Shores favorite - and yes, we are open and taking reservations right now.

Big announcement

A fresh start for Lil' Dogs

Lil' Dogs is under new ownership. The love and dedication to your small furry family members stays exactly the same - we're simply adding fresh energy, upgraded facilities and an even more premium experience.

We are open and taking reservations right now - daycare and boarding are all running as normal while the improvements roll out.

Premium Daycare

A reimagined cage-free play experience

Elevated Boarding

Upgraded rooms with a boutique hotel feel

Full Grooming Spa

Coming soon

Head-to-tail pampering for your pup

Wellness Focus

Enhanced health & safety protocols

The new owner sitting on the play yard floor surrounded by little dogs

Meet the New Owner

A lifelong love for little dogs.

My family's dogs have been coming to Lil' Dogs for over 15 years, so this place has always felt like home.

After spending 13 years in Asia building Spare Leash, one of China's largest in-home pet-sitting platforms, and dedicating much of my time to rescuing animals, I'm thrilled to be back in Michigan, where my love for animals first began.

Taking over Lil' Dogs feels like coming full circle. I'm bringing fresh energy, upgraded facilities, and years of hands-on pet care experience while keeping the same love and personal attention that made this place so special.

My pack of rescues and I are always on-site, so please feel free to stop by and say hello!

Stay tuned, we have lots of exciting things to come!

- Erin & all the dogs

Careers

Join the pack

We are always looking for experienced dog lovers to join the team at Lil' Dogs. If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you at jointhepack@thelildogs.com.