Doggy Day Care in Amherst Center

“Dorjee took great care of my pup! Sadie was immediately comfortable with her, and I felt at ease as well. Highly recommend!”

Alie S.

About: I’ve taken care of dogs and cats of every age and many breeds since I was 12 years old. I’ve lived with dogs for my whole life. I believe pets deserve special attention and lots of love. I have taken care of pets recovering from surgery, trained puppies, entertained energetic dogs who love long walks and play, and cared for senior cats and dogs. I look forward to caring for your pet! I work from home and have flexibility in my schedule so I am available at lunchtime and in the evenings and all weekend to care for your pets. I have a fenced in yard and no pets of my own currently so your pet would get all the attention. I can crate your dog if they are used to that and also am comfortable without crating if you or your pet doesn’t like that. I have many toys and leashes and am well experienced in caring for pets.

About: Parents Jessica and Philip are the responsible adults guaranteeing that your dog will get everything they need, but 13-year-old Josie is the primary caretaker of our dog guests. She is a very attentive, loving and engaged pet pal! Since we started on Rover as a summer job for Josie in 2023, we have hosted dogs of all sizes, energy levels and needs and she loved every single one of them. She gets up early every day (whether or not she is caring for a dog) so she often gives the pups their first walk of the day before anyone else has gotten out of bed. In spring of 2023 Josie rescued an Eastern Phoebe (songbird) that was pushed out of its nest and injured; she fed it dry cat food soaked in sugar water and set it free a week later as a robust young fledgling (see pictures). On weekends and school vacations, Josie has little to do other than care for your dog! We are early risers. Our calendar has school days blocked off, but we would consider boarding a dog during the school week if its needs match Josie's availability so please inquire. Both parents work mostly or fully from home and could manage a midday walk for a quiet dog. Jessica is an elementary teacher and education administrator who is accustomed to carrying great responsibility for the safety of precious smaller beings. She closely supervises Josie as the primary caregiver. Our home is in the woods with access to Mt. Toby trails so your pup will get to enjoy the outdoors several times a day. Sometimes dogs who are anxious in the busy neighborhoods of their homes are much calmer when they come to our quiet, wooded setting. We have a flock of chickens in an enclosed outdoor area.

“Phillip came back super calm and happy 😊 Thank you Sophia!”

Cara B.

“Selkie sent lots of pictures, and Paloma clearly had a great time. Thank you!”

Katherine L.

“Emma was great!! She took my two puppies, one being only 3 months old and they look like they had the best time. She kept me updated throughout the day with pictures and videos and how they were doing. 10/10 would recommend!”

Megan M.

About: I took care of dogs growing up, and now dogs are part of my family. My children have also grown up with dogs, helping with training, feeding, brushing, bathing, and playing with our dog. I am a middle school teacher who is home with my family during the summer. My 10 year old son and I are available to welcome your dog into our family life during the summer weeks and on weekends during the school year. We have a large yard with a stream and conservation land behind our house. We enjoy walks in the woods, running around and playing catch in the yard with dogs who stay with us. Inside dogs are allowed on the couch. We are home all day during the summer. We are excited to meet your dog and welcome them into our family life.

“We're very happy with Xianshu. He took care of Shah very well, went for a couple of walks with the dog, and sent us plenty of pictures. We left a happy pup, and we got back a happy pup. We highly recommend Xianshu for your dog.”

Ejaz N.

About: I've loved and cared for dogs for most of my life, and currently have a Chihuahua mix named Chico and a cat named Frankie. I'm a good-hearted and easygoing person excited to spend my free time with some lovable pooches! Chico is a 10-year-old rescue, who loves ice cream and burying himself in blankets. He is a little guy but has tons of energy, and loves to make friends with all people or other dogs. Frankie is a snoozy indoor cat, but still loves playing with Chico when they are together. On all of my bookings, I like to provide constant attention to your pet to ensure they have as much care as possible. With the pets I've met so far, it was always a ton of fun hanging out with them, and I would love to meet some more furry friends and owners soon! I currently work from home full time in the healthcare industry. I am looking to offer sitting services in my free time, but can likely be flexible with my schedule. Safety for all pets is my biggest priority, whether they are my own or yours. I’m open to any information that would make your pets feel more comfortable, and would love to answer any questions during a meet and greet before a service.

“Jessica did a fantastic job watching my 5 year old goldendoodle during the day while I was in the South Hadley area traveling. She was very responsive leading up to the "daycare" dates and provided multiple photos throughout her time there. Rizzo and Jessica's doodle, Chloe, got along well.”

Becca E.

About: I work from home and have a 1 year old female German shepherd mix who would love some company during my work day. I am here all day with a flexible schedule and fenced in backyard. Neutered medium-large males preferred with youthful energy to play with my dog during the day. Work from home so can take dogs out for potty breaks whenever necessary. Can do a quick lunch time walk as well. Right next to an off leash friendly park. I live alone and have plenty of space for the dogs to play. I will be in the same room as them so I can monitor them.

“Lucy always comes home from John's happy and tired. I appreciate that he takes her on actual walks rather than just letting her out in the yard, and she really enjoys playing with his pup as well. Thank you John!”

Victoria N.

“Miss Megan is great! JJ loves going to visit whenever we’re in town and I feel so confident that he is safe and happy with her. She does a great job keeping him quiet and calm until I come back. Thank you, Miss Megan ♥️”

Diane M.

About: Ive been caring for pets for many years. I had a dog walking business over a decade ago. We taken care of our own and others elderly dogs. We like taking dogs on long off leash walks in groups if possible. Dogs are always welcome to cuddle up on the furniture. Im a stay at home-mom, homeschooling. We go to play groups and trips but we can plan our day around dog walks. We take the dogs out first thing in the morning on leash as our yard isnt fenced. We are happy to come feed kitties and water plants. We love taking dogs out on walks and caring for them in our home. We love going on long walks mid day out in nature

“Our dogs had a blast at Nicole’s place. They got to run around in her nice fenced in yard, played a lot of fetch and got to cool off in the kiddie pool. Nicole and her family are obviously dog lovers and I was so happy we left our girls with them. I would highly recommend Nicole to care for your pups as if they were her own.”

Paul G.

“Thank you Forough and Amir! We were nervous at first how Russell would do and how he would get along with other dogs, so we were so relieved to hear that he fit right in! We would definitely feel comfortable leaving him with Forough and Amir again and look forward to scheduling another visit!”

Leigh-Anne C.

About: For my entire life I have had varying ratios of dogs, cats, guinea pigs, chickens, and goats. I have experience with animals of all ages, sizes, and care needs including 2 years of equine experience working on barn staff as well as manager shifts. I am also an animal science major so animal welfare and care has been an important role in my education curriculum at UMass. I am a Junior at UMass Amherst and go back the first of September so I am looking to book through August and then stick to weekends only during the school year. I currently work until 7:00-10:30 am but am flexible with the rest of my day! I am comfortable around dogs that jump or are large as I have 2 large 2 year old goldendoodles with puppy energy. I don’t mind working with dogs with behavior problems and am patient and understanding of every individual dogs needs.

About: I’ve been caring for pets for over 9 years, and it’s truly something I love. Friends, neighbors, and family have trusted me to walk, feed, and cuddle their pets, and I always treat them like my own. Whether it’s fun walks, cozy snuggles, or gentle care for seniors, I make sure every pet feels safe, happy, and loved. I’m reliable and patient, with experience giving basic medications, handling different personalities, and keeping pets active, comfortable, and cared for. Caring for pets easily fits into my daily routine, and I always make sure they get the attention, exercise, and love they deserve. I’m available for boarding, walks, and drop-ins, and I’ll keep your pets happy and cared for while you’re away. I have a big backyard where dogs can safely play and explore while on a leash. I also have one friendly dog who enjoys company. I can crate if needed, follow your pet’s routine, and provide a safe, clean, and loving environment so your fur baby feels right at home.

“Amad was amazing!! Would definitely recommend him to take care of your pup. Marley was well taken care of and came back tired from all the walks they went on🙌🏼 10/10”

Jessica Z.

About: I have fostered dogs and cared for them my whole life. I know how to train and positively reinforce the training you have already set in place. I have worked with dogs ranging from puppies to senior hospice. I am coming home to visit family for the holidays and will be on Maui from 12/16-1/16 I have lots of free time and a very flexible schedule. I have worked with all types of dogs while fostering and use positive reinforcement modalities and trauma informed training techniques. I prefer longer walks or frequent shorter walks