Doggy Day Care in Aptos Hills-Larkin Valley

“Jennifer and her Family (human and fur) are a fantastic fit for Cleo. She is a high energy dog and comes home fully exhausted from her playdates with Jennifer, Rosey and their team! My husband told me it was the "perfect fit" for Cleo and us!”

Meg B.

“Debra was great! Amazing communication, sent me pictures of my pup throughout the day, and he came home exhausted, so I know he was played with and loved on. Thank you so much!”

Ashe N.

“Yajaira is amazing, communicative and wonderful. She would give us updates with messages and pictures. She made it feel very safe to have our dog in her care. Would highly recommend.”

Medina S.

“Sandy really loved her time with Denise and Quarky. She tried to run back into Denise's house as we were putting her in the car, so we'll definitely have to book again, the next time we're in Santa Cruz. Denise was easy to communicate with and drop-off/pick-up was a breeze.”

Amanda Z.

“Our dog, Higgins, loves his daycare family so much he starts to bark in excitement when he is close to their house! We love that he gets to socialize with adults and kids of various ages and he comes home exhausted. Thank you for keeping an eye on our pup and treating him like one of your own!”

Jeffrey T.

About: Offering beach walks, customized care, regular updates with photos, flexible scheduling, and loving attention. Ensuring your dog's safe, fun seaside adventure with peace of mind. Pet care fits seamlessly into my daily routine as a stay-at-home mom with a flexible work-from-home schedule. This allows me to easily integrate walks, feeding, and playtime into my day. My experience with pets' specific needs means I'm always available to provide attentive and customized care whenever necessary. I create a secure environment by pet-proofing, using safe toys, maintaining cleanliness, securing windows, and ensuring proper ventilation, all while providing a designated safe space.

“Keren was great with our dogs. they had a wonderful time going to the dog park and the beach. We were able to relax and truly enjoy some time away from them because we knew that were in good hands. Keren is highly competent with all sizes of dogs and a kind substitute when we were not available. The dogs didn't have to stay in a hot car or all alone in an rv while we went out to play.”

Kathy R.

About: Safe house, attentive company, and dependable care giver with professional husbandry, pet sitting, behavior, and veterinary experience to tend to your Best Bud when life calls. Confident, compassionate care for senior and special-needs dogs. Plenty of playtime and exercise to tire out high-energy pups. Engaging, creative enrichment to keep every mind happy and active. Professional Ecologist with wildlife handling, husbandry, and behavior experience. 6 years Professional Veterinary Technician experience at a local veterinary hospital. 2 years volunteering at a local animal shelter. 30-year Pet Owner. Forever Animal Lover! Pet care naturally fits my daily rhythm—I’m home managing kids and household, so feeding, walks, playtime, and affection easily blend into my weekday routine. I'm home most of the day but may step out of the house a few times a day for 20 min-1.5 hours, for school pick ups or a quick work out. Your pup can come along for the walk/ride or stay safely kenneled until my immediate return. I can pick up Dogs in the Live Oak Neighborhood for Doggie Day Care between 8:30-11am. Weekend availability is more variable depending on what the family plans are. Your pup will enjoy a calm, structured, and caring environment within our family home on a quiet, low-traffic street in a popular walking neighborhood. With a secure courtyard and a spacious, private backyard for play, enrichment, and relaxation, your dog will have plenty of safe space to explore. Boarding pups are kenneled overnight from about 9 pm to 6 am, with a potty walk right before bed and again first thing in the morning while my coffee brews. Your pup can count on at least an hour of daily exercise—often more—and will be fed according to your established routine, with fresh water always available. When I’m home, pups are free to roam the house, enjoying companionship and comfort alongside our friendly indoor-outdoor cat.

“Super attentive, knowledgeable! My pup had a great day with Asher!”

Laina J.

“Lorax had a wonderful time with Paul! I was constantly sent updates and photos of their day together and I knew that Lorax was happy and safe! We can’t wait to book with Paul next time we are in town!”

Alexis F.

“Michaela totally put my mind at ease for my frightened dog, answering my questions and asking great ones to make sure it was a successful visit. Her dog is very well trained and helped her feel comfortable. She ended up having the best time and I had a hard time getting her in the car!”

Emily O.

“Built trust with my spicy chihuahua who escaped his harness and collar and got them back on by the end of the day. Thank you Kayla for communicating and being flexible!”

Allison B.

“Nieves is such a nice person! Our dog Buddy doesn’t usually warm up to people very quickly, but he was best buds with Nieves from the get go. She and her grandkids got along with Buddy like Mac and cheese. We really appreciated her taking him for the day so that we could go for a long mountain bike ride. We highly recommend her to any dog parent! She’s fantastic!”

Joanna G.

About: I truly treat every dog like my own—with patience, love, and attention to their unique needs. I have hands-on experience working with both energetic puppies and senior dogs who may need a little extra care and gentleness. I'm confident handling all kinds of temperaments and I’m great at reading a dog’s body language to make sure they feel safe and happy. Whether it's helping with leash training, administering medications, or just offering extra cuddles and slow walks for older pups, I go above and beyond to give them the comfort and care they deserve. I also love sending regular photo updates, so pet parents always feel connected and reassured. As a CNA who recently moved from the Bay Area, caring for others—both people and pets—is in my nature. I’ve always had a special bond with animals and miss having my own dog around, so pet care is something that genuinely brings me joy and comfort. Right now, I work morning shifts, which makes me available in the midday and evenings—perfect for walks, check-ins, or overnight stays. My schedule allows me to give pets the attention they need before or after work hours, and I’m always happy to start or end my day with some tail wags and fresh air. Whether I’m caring for pets in my home or theirs, I always make sure they feel safe, loved, and comfortable. I follow their usual routine as closely as possible—meals, potty breaks, walks, playtime, and rest—because consistency helps pets feel at ease, especially when they’re away from their owners. In a client’s home, I respect their space and make sure everything is kept clean and secure. I take the time to bond with each pet, giving them one-on-one attention, lots of affection, and calm, reassuring energy. If I’m watching them in my home, I make sure the environment is pet-friendly, peaceful, and free of any hazards, with plenty of cozy spots to relax. I’m also attentive to any special needs like medication, senior support, or puppy training. Clear communication with pet parents is key—I always give updates, photos, and stay available for any questions or instructions.

“Nohemi is awesome!! She cared for our 2 fur babies while we were in town vacationing. Not only did she have great communication,she took them to run free in a fenced space and sent photos. Highly recommend!!”

Brett N Dani H.

“Krista was so accommodating and was very caring to my pup. Life was more interesting with Krista than at home, I think.”

Natalie M.

“Debra was very attentive and had the utmost respect when watching over our pups. Everything in her profile lives up to She was very responsive since we didn’t give her a definitive time when we were going to drop the pups off and was very flexible and accommodating. I will definitely use her when I return to Morro Bay and highly recommend her to anyone who needs babysitting. She constantly updated us with Picts and she has a huge backyard that allowed them to run around.”

Michael N.

“Carlie took great care of Aspen while my family spent a day at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. She sent pictures and updates so we knew she was in good hands.”

Allison K.

About: I have been a lifelong dog owner. I enjoy the exercise and would love to walk your dog either around the neighborhood or in a dog park or in one of the numerous open spaces around Aptos. As a retiree, I enjoy the exercise of getting my daily walk with my own dog. I would love to do the same with your dog to keep your dog exercised and to keep up my exercise regimen. At my home, I have a young dog with a fenced in yard on a cul-de-sac neighborhood in Aptos. I live near a big open space and I am also happy to walk your dog in your local neighborhood where your dog will be most comfortable.

About: I have loved cats and dogs forever and have had cats for 25 years. I have taken care of friends’ dogs and cats since I was a teenager. I am kind, and will treat your beloved pet like my own. My cat passed away last year and I am not yet ready for a permanent addition to my home. I am working full-time, however I have hybrid schedule. In the summer I work one day in the office and the rest from home. During the rest of the year I work three days a week in the office and two days from home, however, I can make flexible arrangements as well, I live in an apartment on a quiet street and about a 10 minute walk to the beach. I have a litter box, toys and scratching post for cats. I have food bowls, soft blankets as well.