Doggy Day Care In Balboa Park

“Chau is wonderful. My dog absolutely adored her and her two sweet pups—she warmed up to them right away and clearly felt at ease. She came home relaxed, happy, and well cared for. Chau sent plenty of thoughtful updates and photos, which gave me so much peace of mind. I will happily book with her again!”

Rouan G.

“Arthur was great with house sitting my dog. He was responsive and she enjoyed her time there! Highly recommend Arthur!”

Gage P.

“Isabella is incredibly caring and responsive. She kept us updated with messages and photos of our dog throughout the stay, which made us feel relaxed and at ease. I especially appreciated that we didn’t even have to ask! We’ll definitely use her daycare service again when we’re in San Diego. Highly recommended!”

Mia O.

“Alexandra was fantastic!! Great care taker, super responsive, very flexible on time (she accepted the job even tho i gave zero advance notice!). Plus she sent us pics of our dog proactively. Thanks Alexandra!!”

Keith A.

“Incredible care! I was traveling to town for school and she was not only available at the last minute, but very responsive and communicative. Very good with my girl Nala. And very reliable. Will absolutely book again!”

Stephanie M.

“Jennifer was great with Poppy! She sent alot of pictures and updates, and Poppy came home exhausted! Would definitely use Jennifer again if I’m in the San Diego area. :)”

Molly M.

“I really appreciated Zaira communicating and sending pictures and videos after dropping my pup off for her first daycare visit with her. Penelope came home pooped from all the playtime! Success!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻”

Tanya M.

“Thank you, Leah, for giving Bodhi a chance! He is just scared but you gave him the space & understanding that he needs in order to warm up and be comfortable w/a new person in his life. :) He really likes coming to see you!”

Gigi C.

About: I’m a stay-at-home and remote working (part time currently) tech marketing professional, here in the heart of San Diego. This affords me **95% full flexibility and availability** in times I can provide dog walks, drop in visits, and accept daycare/boarding drop offs and pick ups! :) I care for all animals as if they were my own, because I understand the anxiety of leaving our furbabies when work or travel calls. 🥹❤️‍🩹🥰 I’ve loved caring for my Bombay 🐕 the past 5 years, and have dog walked + dog sat + cat sat for friends countless times. I live in an apartment with my chill 7 year old pup, and we enjoy walks in the neighborhood and the grass park every 2-4 hours. (On hot days, we drive straight to the grass park to avoid the cement/asphalt). This life style, with a commitment of only a flexible few hours of computer work at home each day, gives me a chance to give plenty of attention to all fur babies in my care. Especially for pups who may feel more at home in a relaxed setting (instead of the chaos of bustling day care centers or confines of a boarding kennel), my apartment can be the *calm* oasis for them whether the need care just for the daytime or for extended overnight boarding. 🥰 For cat parents 🐈‍⬛🐈😻: I cared for a lovely cat for 1.5 years that I dearly miss. I cannot board cats in my apartment, but I can do daily or twice daily cat visits for clients along with the duties of liter box / feeding / play time. Please reach out to me so we can arrange care! >>> I can often accept SAME-DAY-care requests after 9 AM if my calendar shows me as available. (I understand sometimes things happen last minute and you need a trustworthy person to step in and care for your pet). I’m a stay-at-home and remote working (part time currently) tech marketing professional, here in the heart of San Diego. This affords me **95% full flexibility and availability** in times I can provide dog walks, drop in visits, and accept daycare/boarding drop offs and pick ups! :) On an average week, I am available*: Mondays: 7 am - midnight Tuesdays: 7 am - midnight Wednesdays: 7 am - 9 pm Thursdays: Noon-9 pm Fridays: 10 am - midnight Saturdays: 7 am - midnight** Sundays: 7 am - midnight** (*For overnight boarding clients, home sitting, and dog day care I am often available 24-7 for a pick up / drop off. Let’s discuss!) ** For weekends, please see calendar for availability. I am usually not available 1-2 weekends per month. I live in an apartment with my chill 7 year old pup, and we enjoy walks in the neighborhood and the grass park every 2-4 hours. (On hot days, we drive straight to the grass park to avoid the cement/asphalt). I care for all animals as if they were my own, because I understand the anxiety of leaving our furbabies when work or travel calls. 🥹❤️‍🩹🥰

“Absolute! Wonderful! Always a happy dog!”

John B.

“Lisa is so fantastic. She took the best care of my little girl and made sure she was comfortable and confident. You can immediately tell she's a dog lover and understands their little personalities and needs. She was so easy to communicate with, extremely flexible with drop off and pick ups, and sent the most adorable photos. Thank you so much, Lisa!”

Andrea Z.

“Ashley was a lifesaver for our last-minute daycare needs. She kindly accepted on short notice, and when we picked Teddy up, he seemed as comfortable as if he’d been with family. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Definitely a 5-star sitter!”

Jacqui H.

“Lara was great! She introduced chewy to so many dogs on their walk, and she said he did great. I’m so happy to hear her calm energy probably helped to socialize my pup. I will definitely call on Lara again in the future if I need dog sitting.”

Ilusion B.

About: We are Joseph (aka Shane) and Chris, and we're happy you found us! And your Pups will be too! We've boarded dogs at our North Park home, and cared for dogs in their home, for over 16 years - so we are well versed in expert canine care and boarding! We've also had 8 dogs of our own over the last 28 years, adding to our canine care experience. We've owned 5 Greyhounds, a Whippet, Black Lab, and a Staffie; and cared for/boarded many breeds - Goldendoodle, Vizsla, Dachshund, Poodle, Lab, Shih Tzu, Sharpei, Golden Retriever, Frenchies, Boston Terrier, Husky, others! We work from home, almost always here, so plenty of companionship for your Pup! Work affords lots of breaks too, for play time with pups! We have a safe, large, completely enclosed yard out back and easy access for doggers via large size doggie door! Plenty of toys out back, and visually accessible from my work area. Inside, dog beds and couches offer plenty of resting choices for doggers!

About: I have cared for bottle babies all the way to senior animals that need meds and additional support. Big and small I love them all! I have socialized the shyest of cats, and the pups that pull and bark. I can administer medication oral and otherwise. I also know how to use a variety of leashes and collars. I have walked over 300 dogs, and work with a reputable rescue in SD to foster cats and puppies. I am my family and friends’ resident dog sitter for many years! I’ve also volunteered at shelters and adore all animals. I’ve even sat for snakes, Guinea pigs, and a skink! I work full time from home, so I will be able to give your loved one 24/7 care! I love taking walks around the neighborhood in South Park, and so naturally already spend a lot of outdoor time. I live right next to a dog park, and have a lot of flexibility. We have a dog friendly resident cat, and thus have a lot of cat and dog equipment at all times in our home. A lot of cozy spots to rest! I will care for your pet as if theyre my own! I am the trusted go to person for all my family and friends, and have over 20+ years of experience. I also work with a reputable rescue in SD who have done frequent home visits and partnerships. I’ve cared for over 100+ animals in my home or the person’s home. I follow instructions very well, and am a very neat and tidy person!

“I'm so happy I found Brannon on here. He's so kind and caring, and my little guy gets excited when he sees him. I can tell Brannon truly loves and cares about animals and gives them the love and attention they deserve. I highly recommend him!”

Kellie L.

About: Pet Care Experience / What Sets Me Apart I provide calm, attentive care and treat every dog like an individual. I’ve been around dogs most of my life growing up with them and living with dogs owned by family and roommates, so I’m comfortable with daily routines, reading body language, and creating a low-stress environment. What sets me apart is my patience, consistency, and communication. I follow care instructions closely, keep owners updated with photos and messages, and focus on making dogs feel safe and comfortable, especially in a new environment. I’m a great fit for well-mannered dogs, seniors, or dogs that prefer a relaxed setting rather than a high-energy group environment. I’m happy to accommodate specific routines, administer basic oral medications, and adjust care to meet each dog’s needs. I work from home, so my schedule is very flexible. I’m available throughout the day to care for pets, including walks, playtime, and feeding time I prioritize a safe and comfortable environment for every pet. Whether in my home or yours, I make sure pets are supervised, given plenty of attention, and kept away from hazards. I follow your instructions closely and create a calm, trusting atmosphere so your pet feels secure and happy

“Ali and her partner Jake were wonderful puppy sitters. We just got our pup about a week ago and needed a sitter in a pinch. We called Ali just a few days before we needed her and she was responsive to our request and so helpful. Communication leading up to the day was excellent and it was comforting to know that both Ali and Jake were so excited to spend time with our pup. Ali sat our pup Ozzie for 3 days and each day he came home worn out from a fun day of activity and hands-on time. Ali only takes one pup at a time, so it’s nice to know that the focus is on your dog. He was well-fed and watered and came home a happy guy. I will definitely be calling Ali and Jake if I need sitters for Ozzie in the future.”

Tyler

“Emily was great. We are so happy with her. She is so caring and send me pictures and gave me an updates. I would recommend her to watch your furry babies. Thank you!”

Ania A.

About: As a lifelong dog lover and owner, I’ve been caring for dogs for over 15 years. My hands-on experience began volunteering with Pittie Me Rescue in Arizona, where I led adoption events and managed their social media for two years. Now based in San Diego, I share my home with my four-year-old Shih Tzu, who is truly spoiled and adored. I also have experience caring for senior dogs (my beloved Chihuahua lived to 14), so I understand the patience and attentiveness older pets need. I love dogs of all breeds, sizes, and personalities, and I’d be excited to care for yours, too. Tobi, my shih-tzu, and I also love and adore cats. We happily welcome kittie friends in our home as well. I work from home, so I have plenty of flexibility with potty time and play breaks throughout the day. On weekends, I am home all day. We have multiple dog beds and crates if your furry friend needs an extra bed. We also allow dogs on the bed and sofa, providing extra comfort for those who get separation anxiety. We live in a safe apartment community that features numerous outdoor walking paths near Balboa Park.