Dog Boarding in South End, Boston

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.

“As always Victoria was amazing to our cute Applesauce, she cares for him so much and keeps in touch with us during his stay at her home. She was very accommodating and understanding when I needed to change the drop-off and pick-up days, thank you Victoria! I highly recommend her ♥️”

“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!!”

“Millie is great! She’s super communicative and was flexible when I reached out to change our plans one day before. We appreciated the text updates and pics, but were especially grateful that she took great care of Miso. Miso is sometimes a little slow to warm up to a new space, but she had a great day with Millie!”

“Would highly recommend Seth and Ashley! There were the most attentive and responsive hosts we’ve found on Rover. Not to mention, they took the best care of Captain and get us updated through photos and texts on all the fun he was having. We will definitely be using them again!”

“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!”

“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.”

“Trang is the best! We have left our dog with her for daycare and boarding, and he is always so well taken care of. When we drop him off, he is so excited to see her and be there, and that’s all we need to know.”

“As always, Nessie was super excited to come up Donna’s and left a happy pup as well. Donna was accommodating with drop off and pickup times, sent lots of photos and videos, and even sent Nessie home with an extra goodie bag. Looking forward to leaving Nessie with her again!”

“Tien-Tien was amazing with our dog, Bia! We received a lot of pictures and videos of Bia having a blast! Bia loved her dog Qmo and they became instant best friends. Tien-Tien kept us updated and really helped us feel like our dog was in good hands. I highly recommend Tien-Tien and we would love to have her sit our dog again!”

“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!).”

“Sugar had such a lovely time at Philp’s. Philip is really accommodating. He sent pics and updates throughout Sugar’s stay. I will definitely book again. Thank you Philip for making Sugar feel at home 💕”

“Ryan was just what we were looking for in a dogsitter. He was super flexible, considerate and a pleasure to meet! Ryan’s dog Luna has a great temperament and it was clear she didn’t mind sharing her home with our dog for a weekend. Ryan’s the go-to for any Southie dog owner!”

“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!”

“Winnie had a great time with Mills! We received pictures and updates throughout her stay, which made us feel super comfortable! Highly recommended!”

“Irina is fantastic! She took care of our 1.5 year old dog for a few days and was super communicative throughout. Irina was flexible in scheduling an initial meeting so she could meet our dog, Bruno, before taking care of him. During that time she asked a lot of great questions and this made me feel confident and comfortable in having Bruno stay with her. When we got a Bruno back, he was super calm and happy. 10/10!”

“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!”

“Lydia was a great sitter. She provided a very detailed daily update and many wonderful photos of the adventures Simsim had with her. She made me feel confident that Simsim was in good hands and enjoying his time with her.”

“Matias was so great watching my beagle Casey! She had a great time running and playing in the field by his house, and Matias kept me updated daily with her status! I could tell she was even sad to leave and can’t wait to use Matias again!”

“Frederica and her partner took such good care of my dog! It had rained and the residual water in my dogs coat made him itchy- they let me know and gave him a bath with sensitive dog shampoo and he was good as new before he got home to me!”