Doggy Day Care De Leon Springs

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.

“Emily was wonderful today with my four dogs. I have frenchies and a bullmastiff and one of them has a lot of trouble breathing when he is excited. She was able to handle that with ease and then texted me after I left to send an update. Dogs were happy and tired when we got home. Thank you for a good day!”

Elizabeth H.

“We have used Leon's services multiple times now for our two pups, for both daycare and boarding. Their home is amazing - basically a like a fancy dog park. We also love that Leon and Nick really understand dogs in general. Makes it easy for us to leave our pups with them. Highly recommended!!”

Ken M.

“Laurie and Mark were SPECTACULAR!! They took such great care of my Tanner! They also introduced him to new things such as the pool, and chickens! Haha he had a blast playing with their dogs as well! Couldn’t ask for a better experience! Will definitely book with them again!”

Andrea V.

“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.

“If you are looking for someone to watch your pup, for whatever reason, look no further!!! Liliana is an absolute ANGEL!! Tanner goes to her about 4 times a week and to be honest, when I don’t have to work and he doesn’t have to go to her house, I sometimes feel bad lol because he LOVES going to see her!! Haha once we turn down her street, he is EXCITED!!! And that just warms my heart…can’t put a price tag on relief from knowing my boy is well taken care of and has the time of his life when he’s there!! Book with Liliana!! You won’t be disappointed!!”

Andrea V.

“Dougliana was absolutely amazing with my babies. She saved the day with last minute availability and sent me pictures and updates! I would never hesitate to use her again for my babies! She treated them like her own!”

Rachel C.

“Amazing experience. Prompt response. Open communication, updates, videos and pictures through the time they where sitting Sky. Thank you very much! Will definitely be a repeat customer.”

Sharol G.

“Emillie took the best of care with Prince yet again. He had a blast with his best buddies (her two Goldens), and came home tired and happy. I'm grateful to have Emillie to give Prince the attention and exercise he needs when I have a crazy day of appointments! Instead of a stressful situation, I get a good dog that's snuggly after I've had hard day :)”

Heather R.

“Awesome sitters highly recommend!”

Rafael D.

“Steve and his wife were amazing with my Toby. I needed to find care last minute on a Sunday and they came to the rescue . Toby even came home with treats . I am new to the area and they were so kind to provide me with info for a local event . I will be using them in the future . Thank you !”

Cristina B.

“Candace replied to our request for a one-day stay quickly, and we made arrangements with ease. I can recommend her services if you are in the Deland area.”

Mary M.

“Brigitte seemed very comfortable at Tamara's house! Plus she's all "tuckered out". Thanks Tamara!”

Cary C.

“jenni is absolutely amazing. i would recommend her to anyone.”

Destiney M.

“My dog absolutely loves going to Diamond for day care. Zero is her new bestie and they have a great, safe time together. Diamond is a miracle worker with dispensing meds, as well as behavioral training. The daily report with the pictures are the highlight of my day. I appreciate how attentive, patient, and kind Diamond is. I’m grateful to have found her.”

Tameka K.

“Carmin was a superb Doggy Day Care host. I can see why she's booked all the time! Aside from the dogs enjoying themselves, she's a great communicator—always prompt in returning messages, and sending lots of photos, as well. We hope to see her again—if she has an open date!”

Brent K.

“Wow!! Thank you Jennifer for caring for my Hani and Molly. They look happy!!! Thank you for the pictures and the communication. Your care made me very comfortable. We will be back for sure!!!”

Glenda R.

“We were very grateful we found Lisa while we were on vacation in ormond beach. It was a last minute decision we made and she was very accommodating! She sent us several pictures of Smokey while she watched him and updated us many times to assure us he was doing great! Would highly recommend Lisa and would definitely use her again! Thanks Lisa! 😁”

Dennis And Monica L.

About: Hi! I’m Victoria, a local Sanford dog sitter and proud dog mom to Leo, my toy schnauzer. I provide a safe, loving home environment where dogs are treated like family—not just pets. No cramped kennels or long hours alone. They’ll have the run of the house, plenty of outdoor time, belly rubs, treats, and all the love they could ask for. A brief Meet & Greet is required prior to sitting for all new clients to assure compatibility. I work remotely, which means your dog will have companionship and supervision throughout the day. Whether they’re here for a weekend getaway or an extended stay, they’ll enjoy plenty of outdoor breaks, playtime, cuddles, and individualized attention. I intentionally keep my boarding numbers low to create a calm, low-stress environment where every dog receives the care they deserve. We have policies in place to make sure dogs, who are escape artists, aren’t able to make a run for it, we space feeding time and walking time as research has shown eating prior to a walk and immediately after can cause bloating and other complications. It’s my mission your dog is safe at all times so you can worry less when your dog is not with you.