About Us
Paws and Play

It all started with one very special dog—a Golden Retriever named Elle. While attending Bronxville High School, our founder, Matt Sellecchia, realized there just weren’t any quality pet care options nearby where Elle could stay, play, and be truly loved. Years later, after graduating Boston College and working in finance, Matt couldn’t shake the dream of creating a better kind of pet resort, for Elle and the countless other dogs in the community.

That dream became a reality in 2011 after years of research, hands-on experience in top pet facilities across the country, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Today, Matt, his wife Suzanne, their children Hayden, Brian, and Luke, and German Shepherd Hill are a daily part of the Paws and Play mission. You’ll often see them around the resort lending a hand, greeting guests, and helping ensure every tail keeps wagging.