About Us

Inspired by the new approach to overnighting by hotels like Kimpton and W, The Duncan Dog Hotel & Day Spa seeks to provide dogs and their owners first class service in a fun and sophisticated atmosphere. Located on M Street NE just off North Capitol, The Duncan plans to offer daycare, boarding and salon services for their customers.

Founded by Tucker and his cocker spaniel Duncan, The Duncan seeks to pair convenience with quality care for NoMa dogs. Tucker and Duncan have experienced the best and worst of dog care in DC and want to bring a new level of service to the industry.

Tucker formerly founded dog friendly Gallagher & Graham Fine Spirits on 12th Street NW creating a refined atmosphere dedicated to customer service. He was known for his support of independent businesses including Ivy City distillers like Republic Restoratives and One Eight.

A resident of DC on and off since the 1980s, Tucker looks forward to the many changes the coming years have to offer. Seeing the dramatic increase in dog ownership in DC he seeks to offer dog owners a safe place to leave their dogs while they work or travel.

Tucker recently moved to NoMa above Duncan Dog Hotel & Day Spa. He lives there with Duncan the Cocker and his little sister Izzy the Yorkie. (Tucker has promised Izzy that the next business will be named for her.)

Tucker brings a team of people he has worked with over the years. Most excitedly he has contracted with Toyia of Clean Puppies to expand her grooming business and provide grooming for THE DUNCAN’s new customers