a small pack on heart pond
a calm place
to be a dog
Walks, hikes, daycare and overnights in Chelmsford — with a small pack, real trails, and the same person every time.
small pack, by choice
licensed and fully insured
photos from the day
what we offer
dog walking
30 min, 45 min, or 1 hr — pick-up and drop-off from your door.
from $30
pack hikes
Real trails in the woods. Pick-up and drop-off included.
$50 / visit
daycare
A full day at Heart Pond — trails, water, a couch, and the pack.
$50 / day
pet sitting
Drop-in visits for let-outs, feeding, and yard time.
from $25
overnights
Boarding at the pond or overnight in your home. Your dog is never alone.
from $125
about heart pond
one person, one small pack, one pond
After 25 years of teaching, I knew it was time for a new chapter. Teaching taught me how to care deeply for others, but it was dogs — and especially my dog, Friday — that brought me back to center. Friday was my anchor.
Now, I bring that same care and dedication to every dog I host.
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getting started
how it works
01
reach out
02
meet and greet
Every new dog starts with a free meet and greet at Heart Pond. We make sure your dog is comfortable with the space, the pack, and with me before anything is booked.
03
book through the portal
Once we're a good fit, you book through PetPocketbook — my client portal. Schedule visits, leave notes, get updates and photos from the day.
Having a dog is a blessing, but caring for one can be challenging—especially when you have a full-time job and an energetic dog! We feel so fortunate to have found Nikki, who turns our dog’s routine walks into safe adventures. She is a natural pack leader: dogs love following her, and she cares for them with both affection and a strong sense of responsibility. Our dog has also stayed overnight with Nikki and clearly enjoyed her spacious home, big yard for running, and beautiful pond for swimming. If he could talk, I’m sure he would say that staying with Nikki is his own little vacation!
Cindy & Tai San
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ready to bring your dog?
Every new dog starts with a meet and greet. No commitment — just come see if it's a good fit.
