RXR today announced that Dogdrop, the membership-based urban dog daycare brand that pioneered the quick-stop model, has signed a lease to open its first New Jersey location at the Hudson House Collection in Jersey City’s SoHo West neighborhood.

Expected to open in Fall 2026, Dogdrop will bring its flexible daycare concept to Hudson House, a three-building mixed-use residential community with an expanding mix of retailers and services, providing residents and the surrounding neighborhood with a convenient new pet amenity.

Dogdrop is reimagining dog daycare for a new generation of dog parents who want a better-quality alternative that fits their lifestyle. Founded in Los Angeles, the brand pioneered a flexible, membership-based model that never requires an appointment, so dog parents pay only for the time they use, from a single hour between meetings to a full day of play. Membership includes access to any location across Dogdrop’s growing network, giving dog parents the same trusted care wherever they are. Rather than supervising large groups of dogs in warehouse-style facilities, Dogdrop’s smaller-format, open-play locations pair highly trained staff with structured daily enrichment, so dogs get the right mental and physical stimulation whether they stay an hour or the whole day.

“At Hudson House, we’re curating a complementary mix of retailers that enhances everyday life for our residents while contributing to the continued evolution of the SoHo West neighborhood,” said Whitney Arcaro, Chief Revenue Officer at RXR, which owns Hudson House with partners Columbia Property Trust, Strategic Value Partners, LLC (SVP), and One Investment Management (OneIM). “Hudson House welcomes residents relocating from across the tri-state area and around the country, so bringing in a nationally recognized pet care brand like Dogdrop was a natural fit. Its exceptional operating standards and convenience-driven model offer a level of familiarity and trust that resonates with today’s urban residents while complementing the needs of our growing community.”

Dogdrop selected Hudson House because of its location within one of Jersey City’s fastest-growing mixed-use neighborhoods, where residents can easily incorporate dog daycare into their daily routines. The company’s urban model is centered on communities where most members arrive on foot, making Hudson House and the surrounding SoHo West district an ideal fit. Rather than serving as a regional destination, Dogdrop is designed to become part of the fabric of the neighborhood.

“Dogdrop was built to make dog daycare fit the way people actually live in cities,” said Shaina Denny, Founder and CEO of Dogdrop. “We look for communities where people live, work and play, and Hudson House is exactly the type of neighborhood our concept was designed to serve. Whether someone needs daycare for an hour while running errands, a few hours during meetings, or the full day, our goal is to make dog daycare a convenient part of everyday life.”

The Hudson House Jersey City location will be owned and operated by local franchisee Jonathan Allen,  who was drawn to Dogdrop’s philosophy of providing a more engaging daycare experience through smaller play groups and structured daily programming.

“What attracted me to Dogdrop was its philosophy that daycare should be an active, enriching experience for dogs, not simply a place where they’re supervised until it’s time to go home,” said Allen. “We want dogs to go home happy, tired and excited to come back, while giving pet parents the flexibility and convenience they need. Although Dogdrop is a national brand, every location is locally owned and operated, and I’m excited to become part of the Hudson House community and build relationships with residents throughout Jersey City.”

Every dog joining Dogdrop completes a complimentary Good Fit Test before entering group play. The Hudson House Jersey City location will feature three dedicated play areas organized by dogs’ energy levels and temperaments, allowing staff to group dogs based on compatible play styles while incorporating daily agility exercises, brain games and socialization activities. The entirely indoor, climate-controlled facility combines a modern, design-forward environment with rigorous standards for cleanliness, sanitation and safety. Team members are trained in pet CPR, first aid and dog behavior, with staffing ratios designed to support individualized care.

Dogdrop currently operates locations across California, Texas, Colorado, Florida and Delaware. The Jersey City location marks the brand’s first expansion into New Jersey.

About Hudson House

The Hudson House Collection comprises 829 residences across Hudson House East, Hudson House West and Radio Lofts, offering residents a choice between contemporary high-rise living and expansive loft-style residences within one interconnected community complemented by hotel-inspired amenities and services. Dogdrop joins a growing collection of neighborhood-serving retailers occupying approximately 48,000 square feet of ground-floor retail, including market, dining, beauty and childcare uses. 

For more information on Hudson House, please visit www.HudsonHouseLofts.com or call 201-592-5153.