Home-style dog boarding & daycare in Port St. Lucie

Small groups, supervised play, rest, social balance, and enrichment in a real home — not a kennel.

Boarding from $55/night · Daycare from $45/day · Cousin Club Pass from $245/mo

A Real Home Environment

No cold kennels or crowded rooms. Dogs stay in a calm home setting with space to move, settle, explore, and feel safe.

Fully Supervised, Thoughtfully Guided

Dogs are never left to “figure it out alone.” Play, rest, and social interaction are monitored to help keep the day balanced and safe.

Small Groups, Better Experience

We keep groups small so each dog gets closer supervision, more personalized attention, and a more comfortable social environment.

More than playtime — a balanced day designed for well-being

At Cousin Haven, dogs do more than just run around. Their day is built around supervised social time, movement, rest, sniffing, exploration, and calm moments that support emotional balance and healthy behavior.

We believe real care is not just about filling the day — it's about creating a safe, structured experience where each dog can feel comfortable, engaged, and well supported.

Supervised social interaction
Sniffing and sensory exploration
Rest and decompression breaks
Natural movement in a home-and-yard setting
Calm guidance to avoid overstimulation

Why this matters

A dog who only burns energy is not always a balanced dog. Dogs also need rest, guidance, space to sniff, and the right kind of social interaction. That balance helps them feel safer, calmer, and more comfortable throughout the day.

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Our Services

Thoughtful, home-style services designed to support comfort, routine, play, rest, and well-being — whether your pup stays for a few hours, the full day, or overnight.

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Boarding

Slumber Paw-ty

Overnight home-style care with supervision, a calm evening routine, and a comfortable start to the next day.

Starting at $55/night

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Daycare

Daytail Club

Full-day supervised care with structured play, rest, and guided social time in a small-group home setting.

Starting at $45/day

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Half Day

Sniff & Go

A shorter stay with supervised activity, calm breaks, and support for dogs who do not need a full day.

Starting at $30/day

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Bath & Brush

Shine & Fluff

A bath and brush add-on for a cleaner, fresher, and more comfortable pick-up experience.

Add-on — ask at booking

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Cousin Club Pass

Cousin Club Pass

Monthly daycare for regular cousins. Reserve your dog's spot, simplify your schedule, and save every month.

Starting at $245/mo — 4 tiers available

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How It Works

  1. 1

    Book a Meet & Greet

  2. 2

    Sign Agreement & review Policies

  3. 3

    Send vaccine records

  4. 4

    Confirm your booking

Why dogs feel at home here

At Cousin Haven by Nia Matos, care goes beyond supervision. Our cousins enjoy a real home environment with small groups, structured play, rest, social time, and space to sniff, explore, and settle comfortably.

We believe dogs need more than a place to stay. They need a calm, home-like experience that supports movement, emotional comfort, and everyday routines that feel natural.

Small groups

We keep our groups small so every cousin gets closer supervision, more personal attention, and a calmer experience.

Cage-free home environment

Our regular model is cage-free, so dogs stay in a warm home setting instead of spending their day in kennels or crates.

Structured play, rest, and social time

We don't believe in chaos or nonstop stimulation. We believe in balance.

Space to sniff, explore, and move naturally

The Cousin Yard gives dogs room to run, sniff, explore, and enjoy the day in a more natural way.

Close overnight companionship

At night, dogs stay inside the home in a family-style setting that helps many of them settle more comfortably.

Because real dog care should support body, mind, and emotions — not just fill the day.

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What Paw-rents Say

"My puppy had the best time! Cousin Haven gave him love, developed his make dog friend skills, and gave him great outdoor exercise time! Anubis had zero separation anxiety because he was so happy to see Armando and all his new friends/ cousins! If you are looking for a positive and loving daycare for your dog, definitely take him to Cousin Haven! dog has never been happier! The home environment makes all the difference. Nia truly cares."

Wendi B.

"We love Cousin Haven. Armando has taken care of our Lola twice now. There are always daily updates. The dogs are well loved and treated like his own. No kennels or crates. Just lots of love and play time. I cannot say enough good things about Cousin Haven. We have found our forever boarder."

Mary S.

"The Best Dog sitter in Port Saint Lucie!! Great Customer Service, Provides safe clean and fun environment for my dog Coco since she was 11 weeks old , she’s now almost 10. Months. Armando and his family treat your pup like family so thats the care and attention they will receive . Check him out for your sitting or boarding needs you wont regret it !!"

Anniecia C.

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