Doggy Day Care Astor

“My little maezie had a great time and Emily was super fast responding with any questions I had and updates telling me How she was doing!! She will definitely be back 👍👍”

Diego D.

About: Hi, we’re Samantha & Joel, an experienced multi‑pet caregiver team based in De Leon Springs. We’ve been caring for pets on Rover since 2017, and what started as a side job has turned into work we feel genuinely honored to do. ​ We know handing your keys and your animals to someone else can feel vulnerable. You’re not just paying for walks, litter scoops, or food bowls; you’re choosing who your pets will rely on when you’re not there, and that choice matters to us. ​ Our approach stays consistent and straightforward: no rotating sitters, no rushed care, no random faces. Just familiarize people with your pets so they can get to know and trust them over time. We’re exceptionally comfortable in multi‑pet homes, mixed cat‑and‑dog households, and with anxious or sensitive animals. Between training experience and years of house sitting, we’ve cared for nervous rescues, seniors who need meds, cats who prefer slow, choice‑based interactions, and small or aquatic pets with precise routines. We meet each pet where they are, using structure, enrichment, and patience to reduce stress instead of forcing them to adapt to us. ​ Our families tend to be easygoing, communicative people who want care that’s personal and predictable, not rushed or transactional. If that sounds like you, we’d love to set up a meet-and-greet and start building a routine for your pets. Most requested services: multi‑pet house sitting and cat‑heavy homes. We’re easygoing and communicative, and we’ll always be honest about what we can safely handle. Pet care isn’t a side job for us – it’s part of our weekly rhythm. We live in De Leon Springs and build our schedule around house sitting and drop-ins, especially for families and snowbirds who travel. When we’re caring for pets, they’re our primary focus: meals and meds on time, routines followed, and daily check-ins sent to you. This lets you enjoy your plans without wondering if anything is being rushed or forgotten. We provide a calm, training-informed environment where pets feel safe, understood, and respected. With dog-training experience, we read body language, reinforce routines, and prevent stress through structure, enrichment, and patient introductions. For cats and other species, we take a slower approach. We let them come to us, build confidence at their own pace, and feel secure through consistency. We often recommend multiple drop-ins before long trips, especially for shy or anxious pets, so we’re familiar faces before you leave. Whether we’re doing drop-ins or house sitting, we always do a final check to make sure pets are secure, litter boxes/yards are safe, and everyone has settled comfortably before bed. Safety is never rushed; it’s built through trust and repetition. 🐾 Safe, consistent care designed with training knowledge and emotional comfort in mind.

“Linda was wonderful! We so appreciate her calm and gentle way with pups! Winnie can be a little nervous with new people but Linda was a pro. We will definitely return to Linda and Dickens!”

Lydia G.

“First time puppy mom, first time Rover user with that said while puppies can’t talk i can tell based on how happy he was to see Laurie on each day he had a great time . Would definitely recommend and have already booked his next stay!”

Candice B.

“Leon has a well run system to take care of my dogs for the day. He has a particular way that he runs his place bc sometimes there are like 10 dogs there. But he manages them well. My dogs were happy and relaxed in the end of the day.”

Po C.

About: We have had pets my entire life. Presently we have 2 dogs in our home. A senior dog (Walker hound/lab mix), Maximus, and a 5 year old beagle/lab mix, Luna. They love to have company! We have a large, fenced in yard for them to play in all day. Presently my home is available for overnight stays. As long as your dog is other pet friendly, they are welcome! We can accommodate crates also. The fenced in yard is available at all times. But your pet is also welcome in our house. We can use your dog beds or crates also.

“Highly recommended! Michael and his family took wonderful care of Mambo. His wife was especially great with him, and Mambo became very attached to her, which says a lot about how comfortable and loved he felt. Their children were also very sweet with him. They have a beautiful, spacious home with a nice yard, making it a great place for dogs. I was very happy with Mambo’s care and will definitely use My again. 100% recommended! 🐾❤️”

Diva V.

About: As a retired dog lover, I’m home full-time, which means your pet will get my full attention all day long. I’m extremely reliable and will take your dog out as often as needed, making sure they’re happy, safe, and well cared for. Because I’m always home, your pup will never feel lonely, they’ll get consistent love, playtime, and companionship. As a retired dog lover, I’m home full-time, which means your pet will get my full attention all day long. I’m extremely reliable and will take your dog out as often as needed, making sure they’re happy, safe, and well cared for. Because I’m always home, your pup will never feel lonely, they’ll get consistent love, playtime, and companionship. Pet care is a natural part of my day because I’m retired and home full-time. My schedule is flexible, so I can easily build my day around your dog’s needs. I care for pets in a calm, safe, and loving home. My wife Marilyn and I live in a single family house with a fully fenced backyard, perfect for play and potty breaks. It’s just the two of us, so your dog will enjoy a quiet, stress free environment with constant attention. I have grand dogs I care for often, and I’ve had dogs my whole life, so your pup will be treated like family.

“Absolutely wonderful! Krista booked us in super short notice. Our pup has only been away from us 1 time before so I didn’t know how he would feel. He’s happy as a clam. Had a great day. ❤️❤️❤️”

Caitlyn D.

“Megan and her beautiful family took great care of our girl, Nala, who has separation anxiety and is easily stressed. Thankyou for loving on our girl.”

Kathy W.

“Emilie made my trip possible to visit an elderly uncle visiting the area from PR. She said yes last minute, I felt so comfortable, at ease knowing my fur baby was in excellent hands. I got pics often … thank you. You deserve an A++😊”

Migdalia G.

“Lilliana is the best! Very friendly and professional! She is knowledgeable. She is very accommodating. Our dogs ended up falling in love. We're visiting from out of town and used her four times. I would not hesitate to recommend her and her sweet fur baby Sandy.”

Christine P.

About: We have a large play yard with a 2-story deck and water feature for cooling off. Your furbaby will be treated like royalty while spending time here! Our home is located in Southeast Deland on 2 ½ acres. Our property is a resort like experience for your dog. Your best friend will enjoy playing in one of our doggy yards. Our large play yard consists of a 2-story deck, next to our signature water feature. The waterfall and stream area provides a place to cool off and soak in the flowing water. After playtime, they can relax in the house with their choice of the couch or one of the elevated beds. All dogs need to be current on their vaccinations (including Bordetella) and flea/tick preventative. All adult dogs need to be spayed or neutered. Please send me a picture of your dog’s shot record through the rover app. For your dog’s safety, I do separate dogs while they are eating, when I am away from home and at. I only accept crate trained dogs. Overnight boarding is $37 for adult dogs and $49 for puppies. The puppy rate is charged for any dog up to 12 months old. This is for a 24-hour period. There will be an additional day care fee of $31 for adult dogs and $37 for puppies for pick up day if pick up is later than the drop off time. Example - drop off at 9:00 am on drop off day and pick up later than 9:00 am on pick up day. Holiday rates for boarding are $44 for adult dogs and $56 for puppies. An additional daycare fee of $31 if pick up time is later than drop off time for adult dogs and $49 for puppies. There is no discount for additional dogs. Please let me know the drop off and pick up times you'd like when you send me a request. Holiday rates are charged for all major holidays, including the week before and after Easter, Spring break, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day. Any stay that is during a holiday is charged at the holiday rate for the entire stay. Get to know me before you contact me... I am a friendly, down to earth person that LOVES dogs I will provide quality and loving care for your furbaby! Hi, my name is Kathy Smith. I am originally from Pennsylvania and moved to Florida in 1981 when I enrolled in Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. I met a Florida boy and never left Florida. We got married in 1985 and started our family. We raised 2 boys and now our furbabies are our at-home kids 😊 My husband and I have always been animal lovers and at one time had quite a “farm” going with horses, a pot-bellied pig, goat, cats and, of course, many dogs. After going "furbaby-less" for a few years, in 2018, we brought home our first Siberian husky, Rusty, a chocolate red, wooly. Well, huskies are like Lays potato chips...you cannot just have only one. Rusty has brought so much joy to our lives. Therefore, in 2019 we added another husky to our family. Koda, is such a unique boy. He is an Agouti and, in the beginning, it was like having a different dog every month as he went thru his color changes. Well, 3 is better than 2, right?? After being on a waiting list for 2 years, May 2021, we added Oakley to our pack. He is a black and white pie-bald. They each have their own unique personalities! Rusty is scared of my sneezes :) Koda demands belly rubs and Oakley is like a cat, sleeping on the back of the couch. My reason for becoming a dog sitter is quite simple…to provide quality, loving care for dogs while being away from their owners. A few years ago, we needed to board our boys and couldn’t find a place that we trusted to watch our “kids” while we were away. We ended up driving them to our breeder located 1 ½ hours away. We did not feel comfortable with boarding facilities located on a busy road. Our resort, country setting is the perfect location for your baby to spend vacation. For 16 years, I owned my own business, building custom water features and creating paradise one yard at a time. This required me to be away from the house every day. Now I spend everyday home with my furbabies!! I have retired from building water features and am now a full time "Dog Mom". Since, I dog sit full time, I am home with the dogs all day. We go outside to play throughout the day in our large fenced in yard. Then, relax in the house. Let me take care of your best friend! Whether it's for the day, while you work or multiple days for vacation, rest easy knowing that your dog will have the absolute best care during their stay. I will spoil your furbaby as if he/she is my own! All pups must be crate trained for their safety. Your furbaby will have free range of the house, but must be in a crate while unsupervised. From time to time, I will need to leave the house to run errands and all pups will spend some downtime napping in a crate. Overnight stays will require sleeping in a crate. We have three Siberian Huskies and know that they tend to be escape artists. Our property is completely fenced in. In addition, the doggy yards have additional fencing. Therefore, we have a double fenced yard. We take every precaution to keep all pups within the doggy yards, but, in the event that a Houdini escapes, we have a perimeter fence to contain them. For this reason, our gates stay closed at all times. When you are dropping off or picking up, we will open the gate for you to drive into the property. We offer curbside service at the front door for drop off and pick up. We are very experienced with huskies. Our boys (Rusty, Koda & Oakley) are very friendly and love dogs of all breeds and sizes. Rest assured that your furbaby will fit in and have the best vacation during their stay here.

“Magnolia was very prompt in responding and easy to work with. She took great care of my boy for my day away. Very pleased with the details of Rocco’s day and the cute snapshots of him enjoying the big spacious yard. I would definitely recommend and use her again!”

Bethany T.

About: My passion for animals began at a very young age. For as long as I can remember, I’ve been the go-to person for family and friends whenever they needed someone reliable to care for their pets. I truly enjoy spending time with animals, especially dogs—whether it's playing with them, going on walks, or grooming them to help them look and feel their best. As a stay-at-home mom, I have a flexible schedule that allows me to dedicate ample time and attention to caring for your pets. Any day of the week. Your pets will have access to five acres of open space to explore and enjoy during their stay. We have two friendly dogs who love socializing and playing with others. I tailor each pet’s care—including walks, playtime, and crating—based on their individual needs and comfort levels

“She was very accommodating and communicative, my puppy had a great time! Definitely would rebook”

Sarah C.

About: Hi! I’m a mom and a lifelong dog lover who has grown up around dogs my entire life. I truly have a heart for dogs and believe they deserve a safe, loving, and fun environment while their owners are away. I enjoy spending time playing with them, making sure they get plenty of attention, exercise, and care. Your dog will be treated like part of the family, with lots of love, patience, and supervision. I understand how important it is to trust someone with your pet, and I take that responsibility seriously. I am currently working part time so I am home most of the time, have lots of space and a yard for them to roam around and have fun! I have a fenced yard, patio and of course our home for your pets to feel comfortable wherever they want to be will take great care.

“Laura and her son did a great job of sitting my Doodle, they have giant fenced in back yard to accommodate any dogs”

William Ed B.

About: I have been taking care of pets most of my life. Between having many pets in our home such as cats dogs and birds I also have helped those in my neighborhood and other family members care for their pets since I was in high school. I love having animals around! I’m a stay at home mom with two young children. My oldest loves pets and is always wanting more. We love to walk our two dogs around the neighborhood and play in the backyard while the dogs roam around., I have a fenced in yard and a designated space inside the home for animals to be. Regular outside time is given as needed as well as walks and plenty of space if any pups need separation.

About: I have a lot of experience as my boyfriend and I own a Golden Retriever named Brooks at home. My family owns a Dalmatian named Ace as well who will be around this summer. I feed, walk, play, etc. I also have been taking care of many of my neighbors, friends, and family’s dogs for atleast 6 years! I usually do house sitting however I always welcome boarding dog parents to contact me! I am currently a hybrid nursing student at florida state university this summer and have free time left on my hands! I am able to spend time at home when needed! I have a 2 Acre property for your dogs to play! I will make sure every dog is safe! With me your pet will be in a very happy, playful, and friendly environment!