Our Staff:

Denise O'Brien:

Is the owner of Boston Canine, Inc and is a Massachusetts native with extensive experience and education in animal care, training, and facility operations. She is now fulfilling a life long passion to own and operate an outstanding dog care facility.   Having worked more than 12 years in the pet care industry, initially as a veterinary technician, she then quickly advanced to management and consulting. She earned her degree in Animal Science in 1998 and continued her education; attended Seminars and ABKA conventions, took courses on building and operating boarding kennels and running successful dog daycares. 

     Her comprehensive work experience within the industry ranges from small animal care in veterinary hospitals, rehabilitation and training, operating kennels and pet resorts, and doggie daycare. Denise was the Regional Manager for nine veterinary hospitals in New England. These qualifications, in conjunction with sales, marketing, and business skills contributed to her prior accomplishments.  They will offer you confidence in choosing Boston Canine Inc for your pet’s needs.

  By appreciating the natural qualities that dogs possess: loyalty, forgiveness, love without condition, and peace of mind to our lives, she provides an environment to bring peace of mind to you while your dog is in her care. Concern for the physical health of dogs as well as the psychological health is a priority. To that end, she is using her years of accumulated animal care experience to provide an exceptional and unique environment that is safe and stimulating for your dog.    

    Denise is a current member of The American Boarding and Kennel Association (ABKA), The Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT), and a past member of The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA).