Doggy Day Care in Essexville

“Kathy is amazing. Isabel can be timid when she goes to a new place, but she walked into Kathy's like she lived there. Made it much easier to leave my fur baby for daycare.”

Molly S.

“Blythe was very accommodating. She took us as a fairly last minute booking since we had a funeral and my previous sitter had just moved away. My pickup estimate was off and she was kind enough to keep Grokii an hour or two longer than expected even though it coincided with putting her kids to bed. Her kids are absolutely adorable and I know Grokii was doted on because he slept almost the entire next day. Great family - highly recommend!”

Jen K.

“Jennifer and her family were wonderful with Loki. He can be very timid and they allowed us to come for a "Meet & Greet" the day before our stay, which helped him be more comfortable. Thanks for the photos and the care you gave to Loki during his stay. We will be back again:)”

Brian S.

“Megan was great with Buster! She really treated him like one of her own. She is attentive, understanding, and insightful. I would definitely recommend her for any of your dog’s needs.”

Kelli R.

About: I’ve taken care of a senior cat who had special littler box, medicine, and feeding needs. My family has also relied on me to walk, feed, and care for their small dogs for over 5 years! I love being an auntie to a red toy poodle! I currently work full time from home, allowing care at most times throughout the day! I also am commonly at home during week nights, and enjoy many at home hobbies including playing the piano, reading, knitting, and crocheting, which all make me a homebody! I have a large back yard and live in a neighborhood that is very friendly for dog walking! My home is all vinyl flooring and one level.

“Erin has watched Gemma on multiple occasions and has been very caring and conscientious to make my dog feel comfortable and at home while in her care. She is flexible and always asks about Gemma's needs. When Erin sends pics of my dog during her stay she is all smiles! Erin is trustworthy and I recommend her for your pet's stay.”

Kristen N.

“Excellent!!!”

Ellen J.

About: Hi there! I'm an experienced pet care professional with years in the industry — including managing a busy pet resort — and I would be thrilled to care for your furry family members! Your pets will enjoy a cozy stay in my home, with access to the entire home, complete with a dedicated “dog room," cameras in every room of the home for 24/7 surveillance and a large 6-foot privacy-fenced backyard for safe outdoor play. I’m Pet CPR Certified and a Fear Free Certified Professional, trained to recognize and respond to signs of fear, stress, and anxiety in pets. I provide a peaceful, low-stress environment where your pet can feel safe, relaxed, and loved. I have experience with dogs and cats of all ages, breeds, and temperaments — including seniors, shy pets, high-energy dogs, and those with anxiety or aggression. I'm also comfortable giving: -Pills and tablets -Injections (including insulin) -Inhalers and specialized care ✅ Dual Insured: I carry private pet care insurance in addition to Rover’s protection, so you can feel 100% confident that your pet is in safe, reliable hands. 🩺 Vaccination Requirements: Dogs: Rabies, Distemper (DHPP), Bordetella Cats: Rabies, Distemper (FVRCP) Puppies/Kittens: Must be current on age-appropriate vaccines I highly recommend flea/tick/dewormer prevention for all pets. Please upload or send a clear photo of your pet’s vaccination records when requesting a booking. To keep things safe and low-stress for everyone, I do board multiple dogs at a time and have a few requirements in place: ✅ Dogs must be: Crate trained (see below for details) Up to date on Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccines Why crate training matters: I use crates for short, structured times—like during meals or if I need to step out of the home briefly. It’s a key safety practice that allows me to separate dogs calmly, securely and safely when needed. Each dog has their own designated crate space during these short periods, made to feel cozy and familiar. Private boarding option available: If you’d prefer your dog to be the only guest during their stay, I offer the option to book a private retreat—meaning no other dogs will be scheduled at the same time. To reserve the space exclusively for your pet, you’ll need to book all (4) available boarding spots for those dates, as this ensures I can block off my calendar to honor your request. This is ideal for dogs who prefer more one-on-one attention or a quieter setting.

“Sarah was awesome, very professional and explained her thoughts of Pearl. I am looking forward to what the future holds for Pearl in the hands of Sarah! Thank you again, Mary”

Mary D.

“Michelle was very flexible and accommodating with our schedule. She did a great job with our dogs and sent us pictures periodically. Will definitely book again if we're in the area.”

Richard S.

“Kim was great with my dog! My dog isn’t the easiest dog in the world: sweet dog, but a shelter dog with a lot of anxiety, but she accommodated her perfectly!”

Samuel J.

“Justin took wonderful care of Yoshi- our 5 month old English Shepherd. He kept our pup busy and walked him twice during the 8 hours he was at his house. I will definitely be calling him again! :)”

Lynda H.

“I'm SO thankful to Lynda for watching my big, anxious boy! I was in town camping at bay City with my dog and friends and realized the weather was far too hot for him to be outside all day so I found Lynda last minute to take Atlas during the day when it was the hottest and she accomadated my last minute request! My Atlas can be skiddish and anxious easily and he ended up having a fantastic time I was so pleased and it was such a weight off my shoulders to know he was well taken care of! She sent pictures, videos and updates the whole time. Highly recommend!”

Ghadeer N.

About: Ive cared for pets since I was 10 years old. Caring for not just my personal pets but as well as family and friends pets. I have experience in caring for dogs, cats, and even other pets as well such as guinea pigs, ferrets, and even reptiles. I have a rescue dog, she is a 6 year old american bully mix, she is so loving and spends most of her time curled up next to my 11 year old autistic son. She loves car rides, going to the park or bike rides on the trails. I also have a male ferett who I swear acts just like a crazy cat. He loves jumping around doing his "war dance", he will steal our shoes and hide them under beds. As well as play hide and pounce with our dog. I am able to care for not just your furry animals but your reptile babies as well. I don't work outside the home anymore. I do leave for shopping and appointments but am home most other times. Sitting the dogs is my full time job and my pleasure. Drop off/pick up times are from 8am - 7pm. Day boarding runs from 7am - 6:30pm. All guests must be vaccinated including bordetella and flea prevention. If fur baby has ever shown animal or person aggression, I can not board in my home but can accommodate and do frequent drop ins at your home. I don't do overnight care in the clients home and very limited area for drop in visits unless I have no other pets in boarding at the time) All dogs, including mine,are crated overnight or separated overnight and when we leave the home for safety of the dogs

“Nichole watched my dog Marlee for me for 3 days. I will definitely be going back to her. I work a lot and I did not want my dog stuck inside my apartment all day. Nichole did a wonderful job. I was extremely nervous at first just because of how Marlee would do with the other dogs bc she has not been around dogs a lot but she did really good! Nichole texted me with updates and sent me pictures. She is very nice and kind. I would recommend her to anyone. Thank you so much!”

Melissa F.

About: My Husband and I have had pets in our family since we both could walk. We have 2 dogs and 2 cats ourselves that are treated better than many humans. We understand the struggle of finding the right fit for your babies when you need to travel and are happy to provide as many updates and pictures as needed to make sure you are comfortable with their care. For Puppies, we both have gone through the puppy phase a few times and understand their needs and chaotic tendencies. All of our animals are up to date on their shots. As a bonus, we both work from home, so your pets will get constant love and attention. We will also be happy to help with any other special care needs such as medications, special diets, brushing, teeth brushing, etc. Our animals are very used to new friends and play nice and we have a big backyard for your baby's enjoyment. If your pet stays with us, they will be loved like family! We both work from home, so, we are able to give potty breaks and enrichment breaks frequently throughout the day. Someone will always be home when we are boarding. We live in a house and have a large fenced in yard. All of our animals have their current vaccinations. We have a large Kennel for our Shepard for when we have to leave the house.

About: Love playing with them and taking the on walks and taking them to the park and for car rides and giving them baths just plan love them Any time works for me if you need me I will be there for you furry 4 legged friend just let me know when you need me Have a nice yard for them to run around in and a nice loving house for them to feel home in and other dog for them to play with

“I used Megan for doggie daycare when I worked long hours. She was super accommodating with my pickup and drop-off times. Always send me great pics of my dogs, even in costumes. I would definitely recommend her!”

Erin T.

About: Hi there! I’ve been raised with pets my whole life and enjoy having them around at all times. I’d love to get to know you and your furry friends too! I offer the following services: dog walking, boarding, and occasional drop-in visits. My schedule is pretty flexible and am willing to work with you on dates and times that work best. I love going on walks at Imerman park or playing fetch in the backyard with my bernedoodle, Fin. I’d prefer if your pets are comfortable being around other dogs and require that we do a meet and great prior to their stay with me. Ask me any questions and feel free to reach out if you would like more information. Have a great day! I currently work full time from home so my schedule is fairly flexible. I am able to care for pets in my own home or in yours! I have a fenced yard where pets can roam. I am also close to multiple parks and great walking paths. I allow pets on all furniture.

About: I’ve owned my own pet for over a year now and grew up with pets my whole life. I love dog walking and just hanging out with your furry loved ones! I work full time, so I am only available to walk or do check ins on the weekends. I do not board at my house. I have a fenced in yard where my pet runs freely. I live on half an acre and my dog loves to run free in the backyard!