Doggy Day Care Donaldson Run

“My 12lb mini poodle turns into a sled dog, pulling me to Supon's front door, every time we're on the street. We're all so grateful for Supon's caring environment and fantastic communication.”

David M.

About: I have experience caring for dogs of different ages, from energetic younger dogs to elderly dogs who need extra patience and attention. I have cared for my own dog, which has taught me how important it is to be responsible, gentle, and attentive to each pet’s needs. I have also helped care for my neighbors’ dogs, including both senior dogs and younger dogs, by making sure they are fed, walked, comfortable, and given plenty of love and attention. I understand that every dog has its own personality and routine, and I always do my best to make pets feel safe, happy, and cared for while their owners are away. I currently work on Tuesdays and Thursdays, but the rest of the week I am usually at home working or studying remotely. This gives me a flexible schedule and allows me to provide pets with plenty of attention, walks, playtime, and care throughout the day. I am also especially available on weekends, which is a great option for pet parents who need to board their dog at my apartment. I live in a pet-friendly one-bedroom apartment where pets can feel safe, comfortable, and cared for. I make sure to follow each pet’s usual routine, including feeding schedules, walks, playtime, and any special instructions from their owner. I also give pets plenty of attention, love, and a calm environment so they feel at home. My apartment is in a great area with plenty of parks and trails nearby, making it easy to take dogs on walks, get fresh air, and enjoy outdoor time. I always prioritize each pet’s safety, comfort, and happiness while they are staying with me.

“Absolutely fantastic! Thank you so much for welcoming my little buddy into your home & treating him like your own. I can tell he loved spending days with Charlie & you. Great peace of mind knowing he was happy & well taken care of. Thank you!”

Michael H.

“Wally loved staying there and Claire was wonderful with him. She was very responsive in terms of communication and was willing to meet up once before our stay as a meet and greet to make sure he was okay!”

Matthew B.

“My dog stayed with Lee for daycare just once so far, but we're off to a good start. She has been very communicative and thorough. I was pleased to get a mid-day update, and Lee made drop off and pick up very fast and easy. My dog was returned to me content and in good shape. From what I have experienced so far, I would definitely recommend Lee and hope to continue hiring her for future dog sitting.”

Kelly C.

“Overall had a positive experience with Sush. She was accommodating and communicative. Above all, my pup has a great time there and I can feel at ease knowing he is loved there. We will be back soon.”

Andrew P.

About: **COVID update: After a year of hunkering down, we're excited to start meeting new friends! Jason and I have received our first round of vaccines and anticipate having completed boosters and the 14-day waiting period by the end of May. Until then, I won't be inviting any owners inside our home, but we're happy to meet you somewhere outside, masked for those who are able, and socially distanced. Beginning June 1, assuming there are no untimely waits for our second shots, I'm happy to do in-home meetings though still request masking/social distancing until further notice. We'll also continue to meet folks and pups outside, should you prefer. Thanks so much for helping to keep everybody safe, comfortable, and happy!** As a kid, I always wanted to bring my dog along on family trips to our beach house, but Dad always said no. Now that I'm older (and paying for my own trips), I try to bring my dogs along as often as I can, but I know it isn't always practical, cost-effective, or even safe. So having a reliable, trusted, and FUN pet sitter is a must. I hope to be that person for you, and thanks so much for your consideration! About our life:My philosophy is that a tired puppy is not only a good puppy but a happy and satisfied puppy. So it's a rare (and usually, extraordinarily hot) day that my dogs aren't out and about with me on some kind of adventure, be it morning walks, nightly runs, exploring a new hiking trail, going to the beach, visiting the dog park, or even shopping or dining out. Even if it's so miserable outside we have to move the playtime indoors, nobody falls asleep at night out of boredom. If your pup is more of the hang-out-and-snuggle type, we can accommodate that, too! About my pups: Henry is a six year-old Alaskan Malamute and Kessler is a nine year-old miniature longhaired dachshund, so it goes without saying that we can accommodate pups of all shapes and sizes. Henry loves to play with anyone and anything. Kessler was born blind and she'll usually stick to the sidelines, but she gets along with everyone. They've lived all over, traveled all over, and as a result, they're very mellow and pretty much just roll with the punches. As a bonus, on weekdays we're regularly joined by a big, goofy, wonderful Bernese Mountain Dog for daycare. About our home: We live in the Glencarlyn neighborhood of Arlington in a small cul-de-sac with lots of dogs and dog-friendly neighbors. There's no backyard, just a fenced in patio area, but there's plenty of room to play inside. Our furniture is all dog-friendly (couches, chairs, and the king-sized bed), our floors are dog-friendly (hardwood, tile, and carpeted stairs), my car is dog-friendly (weather permitting, of course), and all of the stuff dogs can get into trouble with (trash cans, laundry hampers, houseplants, things on countertops both high and low, interesting-looking electrical cords, etc.) are absent, behind closed doors, or otherwise dog-proofed. My only house-based concern would be a larger dog that can't easily get up and down the stairs. Since my little one doesn't do stairs, I'm used to carrying her up and down as I move around the house, but my practical limit is probably about 50 lbs or so. About me: After several years as a nonprofit development professional, I recently made the decision to go back to school full-time and become a veterinarian! (I was a political science major, so there's a lot of catching up to do before grad school.) I grew up in the Kansas City area, but I've lived on both coasts and frequented the Gulf Coast, though I've never lived there. Dogs have always been an important part of my life, and I'm almost never without them - Kessler is even a frequent flier. I've worked in vet clinics and also for a professional boarding facility in addition to caring for my own pets and for those of friends and family, so I have a very well-rounded knowledge of what's required to keep a dog safe, healthy, and happy, and to give you peace of mind. I have two cameras and several social media accounts, all full of doggie photos, so you'll never want for an update, that's for sure. And regardless of what percentage that right sidebar reports, all guests receive multiple photos per visit. (Some people prefer them texted directly, that's all.) FYI: Repeat clients or repeat and new clients may overlap, pending consent from all of the owners involved. For everyone's safety and comfort, I will NEVER have more than one new pup in my home at a time. New clients should be aware that their pup may meet a couple of our regulars during their stay (but not necessarily during the meet-and-greet). Spayed females are preferred, but neutered males (if they're over 8mos of age) are a must! Any temperament is fine, but all guests must be reasonably cool with both very big AND very little dogs, not to mention males AND females (human and canine). Because I already have two plus a regular daycare guest, at least a modicum of leash manners is very much preferred. Advance, in-person meet-and-greets are required for all new guests. We'll do our best to accommodate last-minute requests, but for your pup's safety and ours, drop-off cannot be the first time we meet you. Sorry! Repeat guests are welcome to send requests anytime. My schedule changes from semester to semester (and I'm happy to provide more details to potential clients), but in general, between Jason and myself, the dogs will never be solo for more than a couple of hours. Last, but definitely not least, I don't require vaccination records for your pup to stay with us - I take your word for it - but please make sure everything is up to date for their safety and ours before your stay, especially rabies vaccines (since that's what the city cares about) and flea/tick treatments, since even the neighborhood trails go through some pretty heavily wooded areas. Thanks so much!

“Diana was great with Kate! She was responsive, and Kate had a great day!”

Abraham R.

“Irina sent tons of photos and updates throughout the day, which made being away from my dog way easier! Thank you so much for taking such good care of Orzo!”

Emma T.

“Hammy has a great time!”

Charles B.

“Jie is our new go to for doggy day care, for my 15 week old puppy. She sent updates throughout the day, and I felt like he was very safe and happy to be in her home.”

Melissa B.

“Jason agreed to watch Charlie, our senior citizen dog, at the last minute. Charlie seemed to have a really great time with him. When my wife picked him up, he had a real pep in his step, which is always a good sign. Jason was very responsive, flexible and understanding. We will certainly use him again.”

J W.

“Another great session with Katerine & Brian. When I dropped off Mia, she was super excited and happy to see Katerine again. We also got some beautiful photos of Mia during the visit. Looking forward to continue to rely on Katerine for our doggy day care needs.”

Darren G.

“My baby Kiki had a puppy daycare with Andy, and I could not be happier! Andy is very reliable: he kept Kiki safe and happy when I had a long work day and also accommodated my early drop-off time etc. I also appreciated his warm and gentle way of handling Kiki and communicating with me timely. I received many cute photos and video in Rover daycare report card which was great and informative. Thanks again Andy for the perfect daycare for Kiki last two days! We will return soon~”

Hiroko I.

“My dog, Freddie, stayed with Joe for an afternoon while we were out in Beaufort. Joe has a great location, super convenient to downtown and a great backyard for the pups to play in. Joe made things super easy and his dog, Watson, kept Freddie busy and entertained for the afternoon. Would highly recommend Joe and Watson and hope to have Freddie stay again in the future!”

Katherine S.

“Belle had a great day with Adriana! She came home from daycare happy & tired. Will definitely be booking again!”

Tracy R.

“Karol was fantastic! She was confident and friendly when first meeting Lucy, which gave me peace of mind. Lucy and I look forward to coming back :)”

Bethel E.

About: I’ve loved dogs since as long as I can remember. As a kid, I was always the friend who would come over and play withy friend’s dogs as much as possible since we couldn’t have one due to allergies (my dad). I have plenty of experience taking care of dogs, as I got my own puppy in summer of 2022. My dog is super social/friendly with other dogs and loves to play all day long. I also frequently watch my friend’s dogs whenever they are out of town. You pup will be treated as if they are part of my family! I have experience with both puppies and senior dogs, so your dog will be in good hands no matter what! Just let me know any specifics for care and I’ll be sure to take the best care of them! I primarily work from home during the week, so I’ll be around to watch your pup during the day and night! Weekends I am also available to watch the pups! I typically am flexible on whether I leave the dogs home alone and for how long, so just let me know what works for you! I live in a house with a fenced in yard and have one dog of my own who is very social around other dogs. There’s also quite a few parks/fields around me where I typically take my dog, so your pup can get plenty of exercise! We take our dog out 3-4 times a day, but can be flexible for your pets needs! We also have a crate if needed, but we do not crate our dog whenever we leave him at home. We do allow our dog on the furniture (even though he never snuggles us), but can be flexible for whatever you prefer. We also have a doggy camera to keep a close eye on the pups when we aren’t there.

“Chang took wonderful care of Zoe! I really appreciated the updates and photos. Zoe looked very comfortable with her. I will definitely book with Chang again!”

Wendy C.

“Thank you so very much! Coach had an awesome time with you and your family!”

Leah J.