Dog Boarding in Brookline

“This was Charlie’s first stay with Mercis. Charlie is very choosy with new boarders. He was very comfortable with Mercis from the first time he met her. We got frequent updates, pictures and videos during the whole stay. Charlie has a great time! We will definitely board Charlie again with her. Highly recommend Mercis for your boarding needs!!”

“Julie did an amazing job taking care of our cat, Cal! He is usually shy and fearful of strangers, but she was incredibly patient with him and soon coaxed him out of his shell. Julie also did a great job of sending us a constant stream of pictures and updates. I highly recommend her!”

“Jess and her family were AMAZING with Jack and Mazie - long walks, alot of cuddles - both my dogs came home happy and it was clear they felt safe and comfortable. Thank you all!”

“This was our first experience with rover.com. Maryanne knows and loves dogs. She devoted so much time to understanding my dog. Leaving my dog with Maryanne was like leaving my dog with a wonderful friend from the dog park or my trusted neighbor. Maryanne took my dog on long walks and sent me photos and updates. She gave my dog so much attention and love. He came home very well taken care of and happy. I have already rebooked with Maryanne. She is truly a gem. Thank you, Maryanne!”

“From the beginning, Gil demonstrated an impressive level of attentiveness, taking the time to understand Olive's needs and preferences. Regular updates, complete with photos, reassured me that Olive was not only looked after but genuinely loved. Gil treated Olive as if she were his own, and this personalized approach made all the difference. Throughout the stay, Gil's dedication and responsibility in ensuring Olive's well-being exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend Gil to anyone seeking top-notch care for their furry companions—Olive came back happy, healthy, and clearly spoiled with the extra love she received. A big thank you to Gil for providing such a wonderful experience—I will undoubtedly be reaching out again for future pet-sitting needs!”

“Sarah is wonderful! She was lovely, responsible, and fabulous with our pup who stayed with her for a whole week, and she was perfect in her communication with me. Our dog can sometimes be a little difficult on leash, and she managed him beautifully. She really helped me feel comfortable while away, in not needing to worry at all about my dog. She was also incredibly flexible as it was better for me to drop him off a day earlier than initially planned. I fully and completely recommend Sarah (though I don't really want to because I know she'll become hard to book!).”

“Tiffanie was outstanding - super responsible and focused on caring for Rocky. Asked key questions about his care and schedule and sent us tons of pictures of his adventures with her. Will definitely book again!”

“Emma was amazing!! Her and her boyfriend took incredible care of Parker. I was terrified because Parker has never been to the city but Emma made me feel so much better and sent me so many pictures and updates. I am so grateful my puppy was in such wonderful hands. Thank you again Emma!!!!”

“It was the 1st time that I left my puppy with someone else...Sarah was the perfect person! Right away I had a good connection with her and I saw her love for the dogs. I left Mika with totally confidence! During the weekend, she frequently send me news and pictures. She tooks walks with Mika, she brings him in a trail on Parc de la Gatineau and even sleep with him! I feel thankful to met Sarah via dogvacay. Of course I am going to ask for her each time I need a sitter for Mika. I recommend Sarah to everyone who want to leave with the peace that his/her dog is in good hands. Julie Blais Modoumet, Ottawa”

“Victoria was very responsive and we really appreciated her flexibility, as we experienced travel disruptions and had to pick up our dog a few hours later than planned. She was also friendly, seemed to like taking care of dogs and has quite a bit of experience. We plan to hire her again.”

“Millie is the BEST! She is a star dog sitter ⭐️ in addition to being a lovely person :)! She took care of our dog Charlie while we were away. Millie reached out with questions to be sure she was giving Charlie the best care possible. She incorporated Charlie into her day, sharing great walks to wonderful locations. Millie also sent pics :) - Charlie looked so relaxed and looked to love the outdoor activities :)! We highly recommend Millie and would use her again ❤️!”

“Ashley is wonderful with my puppy. She gave him a ton of attention. She gave me frequent updates and pictures of their time together. I am very comfortable with using her services again.”

“Lyn was great!! It was our first time leaving our puppy with someone else and we couldn’t have chosen better. She sent lots of pictures and updates. It really looked like he had a fun time! She took Kobe to different places and he LOVES exploring and meeting people. I would HIGHLY recommend Lyn! She is all around the perfect sitter for your furry friend.”

“Harry had the best time with Michelle! She sent tons of pictures and kept me up to date on how he was doing (he made himself right at home). He got plenty of walks and was fed and tired when we picked him up.”

“Philip was very responsive to my communications leading up to Chloe's stay and during the stay. He sent multiple updates with photos every day which allowed me to relax while I was away. She got plenty of attention and walks! from him and his son. (Chloe slept in son's bed. 😃). I can recommend Philip to take good care of your dog! Thank you Philip!”

“Linda was great! During the meet and greet she came prepared with questions and wanted to make sure she had every detail about my dogs care needs which made me feel so comfortable leaving my fur baby with someone new. She sent me photos and updates. I look forward to hopefully using Linda again if she is interested! Highly recommend!”

“Colin was amazing! He took excellent care of my pup and sent pictures with updates. Really happy to hear the fun my dog had with his. 10/10 would book again!”

About: Hello! I'm Rita and a lover of animals. When I was 3 years old, I had my first dog in my family, so my childhood was full of memories of growing up with dogs and having fun together. Now I have 2 Shiba Inus, Umi is in my hometown with my parents and Chuu is with me and my husband here in Boston. Because of this wonderful time, I learned how to take care of dogs and make them feel happy, comfortable, and company when they need me, which is most important for our lovely and needy dogs. I am comfortable with nervous or energetic dogs and I have confidence they will open up to me quickly. My close relatives, families, and friends said that dogs all have a super comforting presence with me. I believe that I establish a bond with dogs easily and I truly am a dog whisperer. My husband and I both work from home, so we have more flexibility to accompany your loved ones. Our neighborhood is pet-friendly, and my apartment complex even has a small dog park on the 5th floor! Plus, a park nearby has two dog parks within a 5-minute walk! So, you can rest assured that your furry friends will have plenty of space to run and play. I promise to treat your pets like my own and spend quality time with them daily. Let me take care of your dogs - you won't regret it! My husband and I are both WFH, I’m currently on a flexible schedule, so I have a plenty of time hanging out with your pups! When I am entrusted with the responsibility of caring for pets either in my own home or that of my clients, I ensure that they are provided with fresh food and water at regular intervals throughout the day. Additionally, I make sure that their living area is kept clean, hygienic, and comfortable for them to live in. Apart from meeting their basic needs, I also spend quality time with them to help them feel loved and cared for. This could include playing with their favorite toys, taking them out for walks, or simply snuggling up with them for some much-needed cuddle time. If I am responsible for the care of a dog, I make sure to take them out regularly for potty breaks and exercise, so that they stay active and healthy. I understand that every pet has its own unique personality, preferences, and needs, and I strive to be attentive to their individual needs and cater to them accordingly. I understand the importance of keeping a clean and healthy environment for your furry friends. If I'm caring for a cat, for example, I make sure to clean their litter box daily to prevent any unpleasant odors or unsanitary conditions.

“Great experience boarding Summer for 3 days! They sent updates daily and were very easy to communicate with. They even got Summer special treats!”

“Elli took great care of Penny! I loved getting pictures of my pup cuddling or out at the park. I would definitely be happy to have Elli sit for Penny again.”