Ruffin’ Wranglers Dog Excursions

A quick 15 minutes from the East Side and you are in the lush pastoral land of Rehoboth, Massachusetts, home of the Ruffin’ Wranglers ranch. This comprises an enormous fenced-in grassy area and a walking trail that leads through the woods over small streams and out into an open field. This is paradise for dogs (and humans), I thought, as I watched 16 dogs of all sizes running with pleasure; splashing, socializing and dare I say it, jumping for joy. Blythe Penna’s business, Ruffin’ Wranglers, LLC, gives your dog a chance to play off leash with canine peers in a natural setting for a solid hour-and-a-half.

Urban living and long work hours make it difficult for people to find the time to exercise their pets. Ruffin’ Wranglers removes all of the hassle: a “wrangler” comes to your house with a special outfitted Honda Element to retrieve your dog and then, after some vigorous free-range fun, returns your pooch happy and exhausted.

Owners don’t need to be home as the wranglers have keys. Each prospective camper is looked at to make sure the dog doesn’t have any aggressive tendencies so the pack vibe remains cohesive. Ruffin’ Wranglers, LLC serves Providence’s East Side, downtown, Rumford and Barrington. Each excursion cost $25 and there is a full day option available for $38, which is 9:30am to 3:30pm.

“I started this business because I wanted to work with my dog,” Blythe explains. “I love dogs and I saw an enormous need for dogs living in the city to be exercised. They need to be in nature off leash to get the proper amount.” They also receive an incredible amount of socialization. Blythe says, “Many rescue dogs don’t have innate confidence, it needs to be nurtured. After being with us for awhile they really do become their own dog.” They get to explore their nature of being within a larger pack. Ruffin’ Wranglers operates during the weekdays, rain or shine, and there are four different session times. Give your dog the freedom to be in their element.