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Friends of Toto

245 Esten Ave a, Pawtucket, RI 02860

4.6
172 Google reviews
Staff overnightGroomingClimate controlled

Overview

Friends of Toto is a dog daycare, boarding, and grooming facility located in Pawtucket, RI offering services throughout Rhode Island. They emphasize a home-like environment with trained staff providing individualized attention, with 24/7 on-site staff for boarding and daily photo updates for owner peace of mind. The facility features climate control, rubber flooring for safety, and welcomes dogs of all ages and energy types.

Amenities & Policies

Cage-free
Webcam
Staff overnight
Outdoor yard
Pool / water play
Small dog area
Accepts puppies
Reactive breeds
Medication admin
Grooming
Training
Climate controlled
Overnight potty breaks
Online booking
Spay/neuter required
Temperament test

Policies & Details

Care & Play

Group play
Daily updates
Comfort items allowed
Feeding policy:Owner provides food

What Reviews Say

172 reviews analyzed

Friends of Toto is overwhelmingly beloved by customers, with 85%+ of reviews being 5-star ratings. Dogs clearly adore attending - the most common theme is dogs running excitedly to the facility. Staff are praised for being caring, flexible, and knowledgeable, with particular appreciation for handling anxious or challenging dogs. The main concerns are occasional staff attitude issues (3-4 reviews), price transparency complaints, and isolated safety incidents including a serious puppy illness and a virus transmission case. The owner responds professionally to all reviews, including negative ones with detailed explanations. This is clearly a trusted community fixture with strong repeat customer loyalty.

Dog happiness
4.9
Facility
4.6
Cleanliness
4.5
Drop-off / pickup
4.3
Communication
4.2
Staff
4.0
Safety
4.0
Value
3.8

People love

Dogs love attending - run to facility(45)Staff caring and knowledgeable(38)Flexible scheduling and accommodations(25)Great for anxious or challenging dogs(15)24/7 staffing and safety(12)Good grooming services(10)Social media updates for owners(8)

Staff shoutouts

Madison(2 mentions)Linda(2 mentions)ChrisIsabelBob(5 mentions)Bruce(2 mentions)

Worth noting

Puppy became severely ill after boarding, required ER/hospitalization

We picked up a scared, docile pup who had lost 2 llbs. From December 30th his condition from tired and lethargic went to VOMITING & DIARRHEA. To the point that our puppy started drooling water at the mouth. His condition got so extreme that we had to rush him to the ER & later to a hospital.

Dog contracted virus at facility

My dog got very sick and had to be hospitalized for two weeks because he contracted a virus from this daycare after his stay at boarding school!

Staff gender misidentification and improper handling incident

they isolated him for three hours instead of simply checking him properly... I explained he's a male and cannot have a period.

Kennel cough outbreak reported

There is kennel cough here stay away

Staff attitude and customer service(4 mentions)

The receptionist is extremely rude, judgmental, and condescending.

Price transparency and increases(3 mentions)

within 4 months their price increased twice with no warning. Not very professional.

Communication gaps(3 mentions)

I called and left message a couple hours later to check in on my dog. No one called me back.

Grooming quality issues(2 mentions)

his fur was painfully matted all around his neck. It took two hours to detangle and left a huge bald patch.

Owner replies to 100% of reviewsprofessional tone52 repeat customers

IBPSA Member

Industry Association

Verified member of IBPSA
International pet services standards

Cross-referenced with IBPSA’s member directory.

Top Rated

4.6 stars from 172+ reviews

This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.6-star rating across 172 reviews.

At a Glance

Google rating
4.6/ 5
Review score
4.3/ 5
Amenities3 of 14
Reviews172
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.52

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