Doggy Day Care in Arcata

“Stari was so patient with our little puppy that had separation anxiety for awhile after we left. Sounds like when he settled down he enjoyed cuddling with her a lot the rest of the day. He was happy and in a great mood when we picked him up. Stari also was excellent at commication both before and during his stay. Really great experience, would highly recommend Stari!”

Shannon S.

“Amazing humans and my doggo loves to visit!”

Samantha M. M.

“Whitney was so wonderful and easy to work with! Our pup had a blast and we’re so grateful for Whitney’s care and communication! She was so flexible with our schedule and was amazing with our pup!”

Samantha F.

“Excellent care and communication!! Jade took such good care of my dog and was a great help :)”

Tehya W.

About: With over 9 years of experience, I’ve worked with all kinds of pets—from puppies and older dogs to cats, rodents, and even birds. I’m skilled in administering medications and providing personalized care, no matter the breed or age. Growing up with a variety of animals, I’ve developed a deep understanding of their needs. My patience, knowledge, and love for all animals set me apart, ensuring your pets are not only cared for but truly comforted. Pet care is my top priority, and I’m available almost full-time to meet your needs. I’m only busy two days a week, so the rest of my time is dedicated to providing focused, attentive care for your pets. With a flexible schedule, I’m ready to ensure your pets are well-cared for whenever you need! Most of my services are provided in my clients’ homes, where pets are comfortable in their own space. I offer drop-ins and dog walks, ensuring pets get the attention and exercise they need. While I don’t have a yard, I live in a pet-friendly community with great walking spots, and I’ll take dogs out every 1-2 hours for bathroom breaks and exercise. For boarding, I’d follow the same routine, offering regular walks and playtime. If clients have a fenced yard, I make full use of that space for outdoor activities and fun.

“Stella helped me out by being super accommodating! I needed to make a day trip and she was available early and said don’t stress getting back. Jack got to play with several new dogs aka his favorite thing to do :)”

Christian H.

About: Owning & training dogs since I was 6 years old 🤗 I have a 15 year old Austraniel who loves making new friends & sharing his huge park-like yard. I am a hotel manager and work from home, I’m available for daily visits to your house, adventure trips and walks, transporting pets, and boarding at my home. I care for your pets as I would my own, they are welcome to cuddle up on the couch and roam free in the yard. I am happy to offer basic training practice, walks and love! Just let me know what you need.

“Halley has been so amazing! She worked with me on such short notice and sent lots of photos and updates :) Very grateful for her, definitely recommend!”

Brianna N.

“It is reassuring to know that you are leaving one so precious and dear to you with someone you are comfortable with and trust. Thank you Kristina! 😊”

Thayne B.

“this truly was like Dog Paradise. Wonderful people, and a beautiful environment. We came from out of town, and when we picked up Archer, he was smiling from ear to ear. Sunny sent lots of videos and pictures, and was so welcoming and amazing. I would love to bring my boy back next year too.”

Kimberly S.

“Karen and her husband watched our high energy dog for the weekend. We can't thank them enough for their kindness to our fur baby. I would recommend Karen in the future. Wonderful pet sitter. Can't thank her enough!”

Vickie P.

“Aurora was amazing with my dog, Monty! He came home tired and ready to nap. Aurora was also very responsive and able to take him relatively last minute. I would recommend her and look forward to her help again in the future!”

Jason Y.

About: Hello! My name is Allison (but I go by Sonny 😊) and I have 6 years of experience working professionally with animals. I began my journey in the pet care industry in 2016 doing pet sitting and dog walking before moving onto my career working at Petco in 2017. I started out doing animal care for the small animals, reptiles, fish and adoptable cats. In 2018 I found my passion when I became a certified Positive Reinforcement Dog trainer and have been training ever since while continuing to do pet sitting and dog walking on the side. I am excited to use the skills and expertise I’ve learned to make your pet feel as happy and cared for as possible! I am available to do drop in visits for your pet where I can take them out for a potty break, feed them, play with them, and administer medication or bathe them if necessary. I am also available for standard dog walking with 30 or 60 minute time slots. If you are interested in dog training or doing training walks with your dog please reach out for further scheduling and rates! I am committed to pet care full time and am available for you and your pet anytime during the week and weekend for any services you may need! I have many years of training and experience in how to properly care for animals in the most kindest way possible. In my experience as a Dog trainer I have acquired the ability to expertly assess animals body language and respond in whichever way helps make them feel most at ease and heard. I have worked with dogs as small as 3lbs and as big as 200lbs as well as animals with special needs. I have experience in administering medication to dogs, cats, reptiles and other various small animals such as guinea pigs and hamsters. Working with animals is my passion in life and I am fully committed to giving you and your pet a fun, positive and safe experience!

About: I have lots of experience with animals, from working at humane societies to later as a vet tech. I have always had a dog of my own and more recently adopted two cats. I currently work for a public school and soon will be on summer break. I am looking for small jobs that I can do while off work from my primary job. I will follow explicit instructions on how you want your critters to be cared for. I will make sure they are safe and comfortable by ensuring that they have everything they need such as any food or water left out for them.

About: Dogs have been apart of my life since I was 8 years old. Personally I took care of a Boston terrier and that is the only breed that Ive worked with in my house. Other breeds that I’ve had experience with our my neighbors dogs including different types of Pitbulls and huskies. I am very comfortable with larger dog find them to be huge lovers. I am welcome to any size dog i know I can handle and take care of them based on my personal experience with my own pets and neighbors pets. My neighbors pets have been in my life longer than the Boston terrier that we got as a family dog. My family has now had three Boston terriers throughout my lifetime. I am currently a full-time Cal poly Humboldt student, but I have 1 to 2 hour breaks between most of my classes and I’m free in the evenings for dog walking throughout the day. I am currently moved out of my parents house so I don’t have any pets in my home but I have a fenced off backyard and is spacious living area if they need to stay overnight that is OK. I have plenty of places to walk right outside of my home. In the clients home I would be able to do any pet care that they may require or want such as walking be brushing. Any of the grooming that the dog me and on top of taking care of them. In the clients home I would be able to do any pet care that they may require or want such as walking be brushing. Any of the grooming that the dog me and on top of taking care of them I am comfortable with staying with them overnight if needed.

“I was so happy to find Paulina after my last Tahoe Rover friend left the area! It can be difficult to find someone without a dog themselves, and my dog LOVES people but is dog selective so we prefer her to be the only pet staying. Paulina thank you for being super flexible and having great communication and response time. Bella came back tired and happy. I will definitely be reaching out for more stays this winter and am looking forward to having you watch Bella again this weekend!”

Shelley W.

About: I’m a Lauren Wendt’s wife and will be available to work with her clients when she is away for field work. Her clients can expect the same level of care and comfort with me. I am only available to sub for her. I mostly work from home, and when covering for Lauren I will be available all day, except during times when I can coaching at the university (Monday evenings and Saturday afternoons). Our home is very large, with multiple rooms and kennels to give dogs private safe spaces as well as communal time. We also have. Very large fenced yard, and dogs will be supervised in the yard.

“Lucy was awesome. She sent me pictures so I could see how echo was doing and kept an eye on him. I was a little disappointed that he wasn't happier to see me when I came to pick him up lol but I guess that's a good thing XD he seemed to have had a great time. She was very welcoming and her dog is super friendly. 10/10 I would highly recommend her and if I'm in need of a dog sitter again I will definitely be sending her a message.”

Brian D.

About: Hi, I’m Virgo (formerly Jeremy)! I’ve been dog sitting my friends’ dogs for about 10yrs, and working for a dog trainer for about 2yrs. (My parents tell me I’ve loved dogs my whole life, but I can only partly confirm.) A few things I like about dog sitting is discovering their personalities and learning how to interprete and anticipate their needs. I’m not intimidated by high-energy/high-intelligence dogs either! I like the challenge of keeping up with them. It also tricks me into staying active and feels less ridiculous than Zumba. 🤷🏽‍♂️ If there’s anything else you wanna know just ask? Uhh, this thing says I’ve gotta write 50 more words to move on so I’m just gonna keep typing stuff until the limit runs out I guess? I’m a substitute teacher, so my schedule is highly flexible! I try not to schedule subbing jobs during engagements, but they overlap seamlessly when it does happen. I live alone with a fully enclosed backyard and space for a crate if needed! I prefer to sit in the pet’s home though because I like to keep your pet’s routine and environment familiar to make them most comfortable!

About: I own a 7 acre property that is a short drive up Fickle Hill Rd in Arcata! It includes a private trail with access to the community forest and a very large fenced in yard. I have a 1 year old female German Shepherd (Sabine) who is very well trained and LOVES to play with other dogs. I’ve been working with animals my entire life but started officially dog sitting and walking about 10 years ago! I’ve worked with dogs of all sizes and personalities and feel comfortable and confident in my care abilities. Locally I have done in home care both long term and short term. Now that I have this large property I would like to do more of a doggy day care! I am capable of providing training, grooming, as well as daily exercise and enrichment activities! I am free Monday - Thursday every week as I work from home as a ceramic artist. On the weekends (Friday - Sunday) I work as a waitress. I offer care from my home where I have a very large fenced in yard with plenty of space to run around and enjoy the outdoors. As well as a large dog friendly home for those rainy days. All plants and trees on the property are dog safe! I also have a private trail that is connected to the community forest trails where I take Sabine (my dog) for daily walks. Sabine also loves the beach so we do take weekly trips out to the dunes in Samoa! I’m a dog lover and feel that I am very attuned to understanding the way they communicate. Your dog will look forward to playing around the property and spending time in the forest with Sabine and I!