Dog Boarding Bayfield

“Jacob and his boys did an amazing job dog-sitting Tesla overnight! She was happy, well cared for, and clearly felt comfortable with the family. In fact, she didn’t even want to leave when we came to pick her up! It’s obvious he genuinely loves and cares for dogs. I would absolutely trust him with Tesla again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable and caring dog sitter.”

Ayla A.

“Aspen was great. Had a last minute trip and she was able to accommodate the change in my travel plans and took amazing care of my fur babe while I was gone!”

Tarah F.

About: I have taken care of many dogs and horses as well in the past I grew up riding horses and around dogs and cats pigs, etc. I am a complete dog lover have two goldendoodles myself that are my loves. I have volunteered at shelters as well as taken care of senior pets and pets with well special needs. Rescued over 12 dogs through the years. I’m currently working part-time so I have lots of time to take care of the pups playtime walk time. I make sure there’s plenty of playtime and adventure adventures for the pups on a daily basis. I have a secure fenced yard and two babies to keep them company. I like to make special homemade treat treats and play in the backyard.

“Lori had my dog stay over for a week. She provided regular updates with photos, was super communicative, and the dog had a great time! I will definitely have Lori watch him again.”

Emma M.

“Amber was Amazing!! Provided quick responses, pictures and videos. Perfect communication throughout the entire process. I would give her 10 Stars!!”

David A.

About: I’ve worked professionally with dogs for over 20 years providing pet care and dog training, holding multiple dog training certifications with the leading organizations in the country (KPA-CTP, CPDT-KA, CTC). I offer limited-capacity boarding in my home on a quiet 3-acre property near the Durango Airport. Keeping my group small allows me to provide personalized care, enrichment, exercise, and plenty of downtime. Whether your dog loves activity or prefers a quieter environment, I tailor their stay to help them feel safe, comfortable, and at home. Every boarding stay includes: • Complimentary pickup and drop-off within the Durango, Bayfield, and Ignacio areas • Regular photo and video updates • A bath before your dog goes home • Care from an experienced professional who understands canine behavior My goal is simple: to provide a safe, comfortable stay for your dog and peace of mind for you. Because I keep my boarding group small, availability is limited. Reserve your dog’s spot early by scheduling a meet and greet. Reach out today to book your dog’s stay! Pet care is my full-time profession, and I tailor each day to fit the needs of the dogs in my care. Because I keep my boarding group small, every dog receives personalized attention, enrichment, exercise, and plenty of downtime. Dogs spend their days enjoying a balance of outdoor time, supervised play, walks, enrichment activities, and relaxation indoors. I pay close attention to each dog’s personality, preferences, and comfort level so I can provide a safe, low-stress experience while you’re away. My goal is for your dog to feel at home, and for you to have peace of mind knowing they are receiving attentive, professional care throughout their stay. Safety is my top priority. As a professional dog trainer, I carefully manage introductions, supervise interactions, and pay close attention to each dog’s body language and comfort level. My home features a large securely fenced yard for outdoor time, play, and potty breaks. Dogs stay in the home as part of the family and have access to rest areas, quiet spaces, and appropriately sized kennels when needed for meals, bedtime, or individual downtime as needed. I keep my boarding group small so I can give each dog the attention and management they need. Dogs are never forced to interact and always have opportunities for rest, quiet time, and personal space. My goal is to provide a safe, comfortable environment where every dog can relax and enjoy their stay.

“Virginia was great as always with our three girls! Our oldest lab always gives us the cold shoulder when we pick her up from other sitters. It’s like she’s upset and punishing us for leaving her with someone else. This time, she was bouncing around and seemed so happy. Like she was saying “finally you found the right person to leave us with! I loved staying here!” So thank you so much Virginia and congrats on the new baby!”

Lindsey P.

“Tarah is an angel. Our flight was delayed and we ended up getting back a day late. She was extremely patient and understanding and took incredible care of Nala throughout the ordeal. She even took Nala camping for the weekend while we were gone. She's the best!!!”

Sean M.

“Maia had a great time with Truman. She had 3 walks a day and was excited to see him when he returned. He was very reliable and communicated with us well. We will definitely board her again with him!”

Lisa T.

“Jenny has been an amazing dogsitter for us. We have started using her every time we go out of town. Our 3 dogs have very different personalities. One is old, one is a very large puppy, and the third doesn't love to play with other dogs. Despite their differences, she has been able to manage them seemlessly. She is caring and truly loves our dogs. She sent lots of pictures so we could se how cuddled and happy they were. I would highly recommend Jenny's services.”

Sally S.

“Mochi seemed to really enjoy her time with Autumn and I felt like she was in good hands! They had some good cuddles and walks”

Emily C.

“Savannah was wonderful with Alice during her four-night stay! She communicated consistently, sent updates, and made me feel completely at ease while I was away. Most importantly, Alice absolutely loved her and came home happy and well cared for. I would definitely book with Savannah again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring, reliable sitter for their dog.”

Chris H.

“I highly recommend this dog-sitting service! They are absolutely amazing people—so understanding, caring, and professional. They kept me updated with pictures throughout the stay, which gave me so much peace of mind. They were always quick to answer any questions I had and made me feel comfortable knowing my dog was in great hands. I’m extremely happy with the service and the care they provided. You can truly tell they love what they do and genuinely care about the dogs they look after. 🐶❤️ I would definitely trust them to babysit my dog again and highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and professional dog sitter. They are truly the BEST! 🐾💕”

Marecsa C.

About: Hi everyone! My family has always had dogs, we had a rhodesian ridgeback and a mut while I was growing up. My family has also fostered puppies on and off for the last few years. Through middle and high school I would pet sit for my parents friends, and I was a stable hand for our neighbours horses down the street. I love dogs and have always surrounded myself by them, weather through having my own, fostering, or pet sitting. I’m currently in nursing school. When I don’t have clinicals (which my availability will reflect), I just have classes in town for a couple hours a couple days a week. I don’t have a yard where I’m living right now, but I love taking dogs to the river, hikes, dog parks, ect. I live a super active lifestyle and am always outside doing stuff, so having a dog to accompany me on my adventures works out perfectly!

About: Since childhood, I’ve always felt most at home among nonhuman animals, and I’ll never understand humans who treat animals as less deserving of love, respect, and care. My animals are my family, and I promise to care for your animals as if they were my own. I have experience with cats and dogs of all temperaments. One of my dogs has a history of reactivity and aggression towards other dogs. I feel very comfortable managing this type of behavior using treats, ecollar, muzzle, prevention techniques, and communication with other dog-owners. I’m also experienced managing groups of dogs off leash and will work with your dog to reinforce good recall and safety behaviors (such as stopping at intersections, waiting before they go out of sight, sitting for cars, passing other dogs, etc.). I am a writer who works from home. I am available for daycare, afternoon walks & drop-ins, and select boarding for dogs who get along well with my two dogs and are good with cats. If your dog is trained off-leash, has solid recall, and is either good with other dogs or muzzle trained, I offer pack hikes and walks. I have a large fenced yard with a dog door that goes into the main living areas. My two dogs & 4 cats are onsite. Your dog must be good with cats and other dogs or be muzzle-trained to attend daycare or boarding at my home. Your dogs will get a walk or adventure during daycare (unless you prefer them not to, in which case they must be able to stay home alone for 1-2 hours either kenneled or loose without becoming destructive). To attend off-leash pack walks/hikes, your dogs must demonstrate reliable recall even when triggers are present (such as an other dogs, wildlife, cats, cars, etc.). Your dog must also have no history of aggression towards other dogs or people OR be muzzle-trained.

“Sarah looked after our Scotties for a weekend and they came home very happy. Communication was great and Sarah was very caring with the pups. Wouldn’t hesitate to book again when we are in the area (if Sarah would take them. Scotties can be difficult! Lol)”

Ian L.

“Darek was fantastic with my pup! She was a happy girl when I picked her up. On top of that, my trip ended up getting extended two extra days and Darek was so helpful and communicative during the whole process, it took a huge weight off of my shoulders as a pet parent! Definitely recommend him as a sitter and will be using him again!!”

Michaela S.

“Tom did a great job taking care of our pup Moog. He regularly sent updates and efficiently communicated with us. We would highly recommend Tom to watch your pet and we will use him again!”

Ana Cecilia S.

“Heather did such an amazing job with our dog, Bruno! It was such a relief to know that he was having so much fun and being so well cared for while we were gone. We were afraid that he wouldn't want to come back home! She also sent the most amazing pics of him for us to enjoy! Thank you so much! Bruno can't wait to stay again!”

Roger B.

“Jackson has been watching my Gnarly every weekend these past couple months and we couldn't be happier with choosing him. He is so great with our Gnarly! ”

Jessica S.