Doggy Day Care in Alaqua Lakes

“Rita made my first experience with Rover pleasant and seamless. She is very professional and easy to work with. She communicated with me all throughout the stay and really went above and beyond to reassure me that my fur-baby was in good hands.”

Cindy F.

“Looks like Jake had a great time at daycare today! Thanks for taking care of him and looking forward to bringing him back for more play time with your dogs! Thanks again!”

Richard Y.

“Karen is the best 😊”

Karen M.

About: I have had pets growing up as a child and my love for them has grown into my adulthood even more. Sometimes, I am caring dog from family. I am not working, I have a plenty of time to play with your lovely dogs. I am available for boarding on weekdays and weekends My home is a cosy place for your sweet and friendly dog and also I have a fenced yard to keeps your dogs happy and safe.

About: Gypsy and Keith are fun and adventurous pet lovers who are looking forward to sharing their relaxing oasis with some new furry four legged friends. New clients are requested to book a meet and greet prior to their first stay. Their Pet Retreat offers a relaxing and tranquil shaded lanai around the pool overlooking a shady and spacious back yard to run and chase the squirrels, lizards and birds. As a licensed massage therapist, Gypsy enjoys snuggling and rubbing the furry bellies. Keith enjoys daily exercise with your fur babies by playing chase, hide-n-seek and daily walks through our shady neighborhood. We feel every fur baby deserves a vacation full of TLC & FUN! I work from home and can provide 24/7 care for your fur babies. We enjoy providing a safe haven full of fun activities, lots of belly rubs and TLC. We have a large fenced in backyard for them to explore and play with their new friends they make as we help teach them social skills. Never a dull moment at our retreat. They are never left unsupervised. We believe your fur babies, deserve fun, safe and loving vacations too. Please contact us to schedule a meet and greet to prepare for future vacations.

About: Your pet is family when they stay with us, their Home Away From Home! My family and I are located in the Mandarin neighborhood in Longwood and our multi-generational home is the perfect spot for your pet to stay while you are away! You can be sure that they will receive excellent care, attention and love! I have over 20 years of pet sitting and pet care experience and feel a special connection with dogs. I grew up in a household of multiple pets where dogs, cats, bunnies, birds, mice and hamsters were all part of our family. I worked in the veterinary field for 6 years (2 of those in emergency care) and I am well educated in pet care and animal behavior. My husband and daughter also enjoy caring for out pet guests and will help give them extra love and play time. About this sitter: I am Carina, and my husband and I relocated from Seattle, Washington in 2018, where we ran a very successful pet sitting business. As a stay at home mom who homeschools, my daughter, husband and I care for and love on all the pups who come to stay, as if they were our own. We share our house with my parents, who are also animal lovers and help out with care and give love, pets and treats freely. It's like having doggy grandparents who love to spoil! Why I love dog sitting I have a deep LOVE for dogs and I love that pet sitting allows me to "try out" different breeds and get to know the different personalities that each dog has. I am sure this comes from my mom, who used to rescue animals from the shelter and at one time we owned 12 dogs and 14 cats. We lived in a farmhouse with land...so there was plenty of room. Our daughter has been helping pet sit since she was 2 (she started as a doggy snuggler) and has a deep love for dogs. She is a great assistant and takes pride in helping us care for and love on all the pups that come to stay. Meet my pets Our family shares the house with Jazz, Ozzie, Liberty, and a couple of cats who tolerate the pups. Our dogs LOVE other dogs (and people) and are happy to have friends come stay and play. Jazz is a boarder collie who is very energetic and friendly and loves other dogs. He has so much energy, that he can sometimes be overwhelming at first. However, he is well trained, loves to please and will do anything for a treat. He LOVES to run in the yard with new friends and is very fast. Ozzie is an English golden retriever who cannot resist a snuggle. He is very friendly with other dogs and people and while he likes to run and play, he isn't a fan of the heat. You will find him inside the a/c snoozing on the tile or trying to be a lap dog! He loves to snuggle with his new puppy, Liberty. Liberty joined our family this past November, 2025. She is a mini-dachshund and LOVES to play with other pups. She has two, very large, big brothers and so naturally, she thinks she is a big dog and runs around playing with the rest of the pack. Bella & Sox are our cats who get along with dogs, but they go ninja when we have doggy visitors. About my yard Dogs love our large fenced back yard as it is the perfect place to run, play and explore. We have a dog door that leads from our family room to the enclosed patio and fenced in pool, and another door that leads out into the yard. We try to teach every pup how to use the dog doors, however, since we are home 85% of the time, someone is usually around to let the dogs out at lease every 2 hours or less. When your pet stays with us, they are our focus! As a stay at home mom who homeschools, I am lucky to be home 85% of the time with my daughter, our pets and our guests. My husband also has a flexible schedule and works from home part time and loves to spend time out back playing with the dogs. My parents also have very flexible schedules and are often home when we are out. I would say that someone is home 90% of the time with the dogs. Our home is very pet friendly and a doggy dream come true. Our couches are covered for protection and we allow pets on the furniture (if ok'd by you!) and we have lots of comfy dog beds and blankets to share. Retractable fences have been installed so that we can keeps pets safe by keeping them out of the kitchen during cooking and meal times and away from the front door so we don't have any escapees. The back yard is fully fenced with lots of room to run, explore and play and we allow pups to swim in our fenced in pool during the hot summer months or play in a doggy splash pad. We make sure to ALWAYS feed all animals separately in closed off areas to avoid any altercations and we give lots of hugs. I do discourage bringing toys as it often causes fights. We have balls to share!

“She is awesome, she take care the puppy and she is a great big sister for him. I m sad she is not be able next time but I recommend her services 100%”

Germain R.

About: Paws & Claws Pet Care of Lake Mary I am mom to an adorable 18lb pup who I raised using the positive reinforcement method. In addition, I've always had pets since I was young. I deeply believe that animals are caring intelligent beings. So much, that I started my vegan journey when I was a teenager. On most days I am currently available for drop-in visits from 8:00 am to 7:30 pm. There may be a couple of day out of the week in which I have more availability. I am also available for daycare/overnight boarding. Let me know if you are looking for a regular sitter. Safety is a priority for me. For boarding, dogs must have updated vaccines, be clean, and free of fleas, worms, mites, etc. During boarding with more than one dog, I always make sure that the new dog gets along well with the other dogs before the pet parent leaves. It’s best to know your dog’s personality. If your dog shows signs that they do not respect other pets boundaries even during play then group boarding may not be the best fit. For everyone's safety, health, and happiness, if the dog does not get along then the pet parent may need to make back up arrangements. For best practices, parents should always have a back up option in case things don't work out or if there is an emergency. To prevent the risk of dogs not getting along, the pet parent can offer to buyout the sitter at their full capacity. Other best practices to consider: For pups who are sensitive to minor sounds, it may be best to book them with a sitter who lives in a house versus an apartment. For dogs who are prone to potty accidents or excessive drooling, it may be best to book them in a home that has wood floors versus full carpeting. Pups who don't like to share attention would match best with sitters who except one dog at a time. Pets who have extremely high energy may be happiest with sitters who have a fenced in yard for them to run around freely.

About: I grew up around small, medium, and large dogs. I have experience with ankle-biters to sweet and cuddly senior dogs. Cats too! I will treat your pet like the royalty they are. Currently have nothing going on in the evenings and weekends. I also have an hour lunch during the day and can go home to take your pet out. Or I can work fully remote(my house) and stay home with your pet. At the moment, I don't have any pets. I can provide your pet full attention. I enjoy taking them on walks and going to the dog park.

“Carmin was a superb Doggy Day Care host. I can see why she's booked all the time! Aside from the dogs enjoying themselves, she's a great communicator—always prompt in returning messages, and sending lots of photos, as well. We hope to see her again—if she has an open date!”

Brent K.

“I liked everything. The dog seemed calm after I picked her up. Elyscia sent photos and responded to my requests and messages quickly. Her dog seemed very friendly.”

Anna N.

“Our puppy was giving Sarah kisses when we went to pick him up. That's a 5 gold star review :) Sarah's location is great for families visiting Kennedy Space Center who need a pet sitter.”

Vishnu M.

About: **New clients, please read below!** I have grown up with dogs my whole life. I have a 14 year old Shih Tzu of my own that I have cared for since I was a teen. I frequently dog sit for family & friends and I have experience with all kinds of breeds. In the past, I have cared for small and large breeds as well as senior dogs & puppies! A dog’s safety and well-being is my number one priority. New Clients: I cannot accept same day walks as I require a meet & greet! I currently work from home Monday through Friday. Due to my work schedule, the following is how I currently accept bookings; Drop-ins/walks: Midday or evenings (after 5pm) for weekdays. Weekends can be anytime. Boarding/day care: anytime, given that I’m available. I can be flexible, so if you need extra accommodations I can definitely work with you. A meet & greet will be required for any new clients to make sure we’re a good fit! I live in a pet friendly apartment in a gated community. There is a vast grassy area behind my building and I have a screened in balcony that is loved by many pups. I make sure to keep all pets within my view at all times. I can assure that your pet will always be safe & gets plenty of love and affection from me :)

“Kaitlyn is absolutely amazing with my pup Tony he loves to come here. When I pull into the parking lot, his tail starts wagging he starts whining in excitement, and literally tries to jump out of the car to get to her house. I'm so thankful that I have found her as she takes amazing care of my Tony boy”

Danielle C.

“So happy we were able to have our dog stay with Douglania for the day. She replied and booked us very quickly, and was so accommodating with everything. She is such a sweet person, sent updates, and it looked like Penelope had a great time at her place. Definitely recommend!”

Francesca G.

About: I've lived in a household with dogs my entire life and have been surrounded by pet's since I was a child! I've often dog sat and taken care of family/friends/neighbor's dogs of multiple breeds, sizes, and ages! I currently work remote, therefore I have full-time availability to walk, play, and take care of your pets! I am available mornings, afternoon's, evening's and weekends. I am able to give your dog all the attention needed and would never leave them unattended :) I live at a dog-friendly apartment complex with 2 amazing dog parks, as well as walking trails! We can do walks, hike's, a play day at the park!

“Kristina was amazing! She introduced us to her dog Lucy as soon as we got there, who was just the sweetest. She and Jigsaw hit it off right away. She sent lots of pictures and a video so we could see how he was doing during his day care visit. Kristina and her husband were friendly and responsive to text messages throughout the day. I highly recommend them, I can honestly say she has earned a repeat client with us!”

Alivia L.

“Daphne did a wonderful job caring for our PBGV Cody. He came home happy and tired from playing with Daphne's dog.”

Michael W.

“Debra was wonderful with Jack! She replied very fast and was even able to come pick Jack up and drop him back off for me as I was throwing a party that day for my son. I will most definitely be calling her in the future again.”

Jenny S.

About: I've been caring for dogs and cats of all breeds and personalities since I was 12 years old. Over the years, friends and family have trusted me to walk, feed, and look after their pets with love and responsibility. Animals have always held a special place in my heart—I genuinely feel like I was one in a past life! Whether it's playtime, cuddles, or just keeping them company, I’m here to make sure your furry friend feels safe, happy, and loved. Hi! I’m a lifelong animal lover with over a decade of experience caring for dogs and cats of all breeds and personalities. I started pet sitting when I was 12, and since then, friends and family have trusted me to walk, feed, and care for their furry companions with love and responsibility. I genuinely adore animals—I often joke that I must’ve been one in a past life! Whether your pet is playful, shy, energetic, or cuddly, I’m here to make sure they feel safe, happy, and loved while you're away. I’m flexible and available on weekdays, weekends, and holidays. Just send me a message and I’ll work around your schedule! • Reliable and communicative • Experienced with pets of all ages and temperaments • Calm, patient, and attentive to details • I treat every pet like family • Speak English and Spanish • Dog walking • Drop-in visits 🐾 • Cat care 🐈 • Overnight stays 🛏️ • Puppy care 🍼 • Medication administration 💊 (if needed)