Dog Boarding Cottages South

About: I am a owner of two maltese dogs and understand the hard work and care necessary for keeping a pet. I am a trusted and involved pet sitter in my family/friend circle. From Lovebirds to active Huskies, I have looked after them all! The key characteristics that I am qualified with are patience, attentiveness, communication, and attention to detail. Additionally, I am a second year Animal Science major at UC Davis. Many of my courses involve hands-on animal handling and husbandry knowledge. I understand that pets are family, and it's essential they feel comfortable and secure in their environment. Please feel free to message me if you’re interested in my pet sitting or dog walking services. I can’t wait to meet you and your pets! I'm currently a full time student. I work my schedule around classes each quarter. During this Fall quarter I am primarily available Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at 4:00pm. I am also available for mornings on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 7am - 12pm. Weekends I am flexible and open! My apartment is a peaceful, pet-friendly haven! We’re right next to green spaces and the arboretum, making it ideal for long, relaxing walks. Although I share the space with three roommates, we are all dog lovers who maintain a quiet, calm lifestyle. For in-home pet sitting I aim to keep your pet relaxed in their familiar space. I maintain a low-key routine, ensuring your home stays quiet and your pet receives dedicated attention, regular outdoor exercise, and consistent care. Your pet will receive plenty of love, attention, and a relaxing place to feel right at home.

“Mehma was great and really helped me out with last-minute boarding! From the update pictures she sent, it looked like my beagle Stuey had a great time with Mehma.”

Erin L.

“My doggo had a great weekend! I recieved frequent updates and pictures! He seemed very cozy there, I'll defiently bring him back next time I need a boarding in the area!!”

Gloria H.

“Ann did a wonderful job with my furbaby! She was communicative and sent updates of how she was doing with photos so we knew she was in good hands. I was a little nervous at first since this was my pup’s first time being boarded, but Ann really made sure she felt comfortable and overall they had a wonderful time together. I hope to use Ann in the future and you should too!”

Karla S.

“Negin helped us out with a last minute booking and it worked out wonderfully! She is prompt and thoughtful and most importantly, took great care of our little dog! We are so grateful to have found her. Highly recommended!”

Kathy B.

“Mya was amazing with our senior dog Pepper, she gave me lots of updates on him as-well as pictures and videos. She made me feel really comfortable leaving him in her care and communicated amazingly with me! i will definitely be booking her in the future!”

Elana J.

“Jennifer did an excellent job in taking care of my little girl! She provided me with updates and was accommodating of my schedule. I would definitely book with her again :)”

Kirthi H.

“Minhhan has been wonderful with our senior Shih Tzu. Delilah has lots of anxiety and it takes time for her to feel comfortable around new people. Minhhan has been very patient with Delilah and Delilah has become very fond of Minhhan. We have already set it up another boarding appointment with her. You can definitely tell she is an animal lover and Delilah and our family are so happy to have found Minhhan.”

Melody S.

“Jonathan stepped up to watch our 3.5 month old puppy overnight and it was a very positive experience. Jonathan is kind and enthusiastic, and our puppy was well cared for.”

Carin L.

About: I’ve been dog walking and pet sitting for 12+ years, with a strong background in rescue, behavior, and training. Since 2023, I’ve fostered dogs through Front Street Animal Shelter, including dogs with significant behavioral challenges. I also train my own rescue dog in sports and have experience working through reactivity, separation anxiety, and lack of socialization. I additionally shadow professional dog trainers twice a week to continue expanding my skills. I’m comfortable working with dogs of all temperaments and am committed to providing safe, structured, and individualized care! I often work from home and enjoy going on hikes in my free time (with the dogs of course)! Specifics will vary dog by dog, but I make sure everyone is happy! Please message me for more details! I am versed in pet dog training, and place an emphasis on safety for everyone, including consistent reading of canine body language, proactive safety measures, and attention to detail. I’ve cared for many dogs with varying needs, so I am easily adaptable but safety always remains a priority. For safety reasons, dogs MUST be comfortable being crated at night and for 4-6 hr periods while I am away/unable to supervise.

“Thank you so much to you and your family for taking such wonderful care of Moose while I was away! I truly loved the daily photo updates, and taking him to the swim park for playtime with the other dogs was such a thoughtful touch. I so appreciate your incredible attention to detail and heart for animals - you are absolutely fabulous. I will definitely be reaching out to use your services again and will happily recommend you to everyone :)”

Megan L.

“Miya was so accommodating and so great at sending us updates while we were away. Our little fur baby loved being there. He seemed so at home with Miya.”

Breanne S.

“We leave our dog with Jordan for 7 days. and she was really really nice with her. I highly recommend her !!’ ! she was very patient and lovely with our dog!! Thank you. Jordan”

Susie C.

“Kathleen has been a total blessing for me and my furry bff Allie. I recently had a change in lifestyle and I feel very comfortable leaving my dog with Kathleen . It's always hard to leave your little furry friends, but she has become like a 2nd home for Allie. Just more ❤️ for Allie. Kathleen is always dependable and communicative. I appreciate her so much.”

Elizabeth P.

“She is great! She kept us updated all the time with funny and beautiful photos of our boy! Definitely recommend!”

Didar Z.

About: 12+ years of animal sitting (primarily dogs but also cats and small critters!) Currently volunteer at an animal shelter (very experienced and comfortable with animals on many different behavior levels) I am comfortable walking, running, feeding, playing, training, cleaning and more for your pet! I love all animals and would love to help out where I can:) I only work part time so I am pretty available to taking care of your pets whenever needed! I can do daily check ins or sitting- whatever you and your family wants. I have a fenced yard and a friendly gentle dog if you’re boarding with me, but I can also housesit and care for both your pets and your home!

“Eva was friendly, creating the booking was easy as she is responsive and accommodated my times. My cat seemed to have enjoyed her stay and was walking around casually when I went to pick her up.”

Lily M.

“This was the first time that I have left my senior girl since her life companion passed so I was extremely nervous, but Raissa was amazing and took extraordinary care of her. She was attentive, and sent me regular pictures, letting me know in detail what my dog was doing, and when she noticed she was a little nervous/anxious she went above and beyond. She addressed her needs by taking extra time outside, and adjusting her own schedule, treating her as one of her own. I am so grateful and I definitely highly recommend her.”

Cretia R.

“Kazue took excellent care of our senior dogs. She sent pictures multiple times daily! Our dogs seemed happy and healthy when we picked them up. We will be asking Kazue for her services again for our next trip!”

Cody D.

“We love Esther! It was my first time away from Dobby where he wasn't with family and his first time away from us. I left feeling at ease because he seemed to really warm up to them during the meet and greet. When I dropped him off it was like he was at home and pretty much waved me out the door. Silly puppy. I got pictures and updates on him throughout the weekend and he slept amazing last night. Thank you again Esther and Bill! You made this weekend the best ever for Dobby. ❤️”

Yadi B.