Doggy Day Care in Galena

“Kelly did a great job of taking care of my pup. She was responsive to my questions and Arlos had a great day visiting with her and her dogs. Would highly recommend”

Cindy And Murray K.

About: I provide a level of care that goes beyond basic sitting or walking—I focus on understanding each dog’s unique personality, needs, and routines so they feel safe, confident, and genuinely cared for. With hands‑on experience in both puppy training and senior dog support, I’m able to tailor my approach to dogs at every life stage. For puppies, I reinforce positive habits like leash manners, crate comfort, and consistent routines to help them grow into well‑behaved, happy companions. For senior dogs, I offer patient, gentle care that respects their pace, mobility, and comfort, including medication reminders and slow, supportive walks. I’m attentive, reliable, and detail‑oriented—always keeping communication open with updates, photos, and notes so you feel connected to your dog’s day. Whether your pup needs structured activity, calm companionship, or specialized attention, I bring a thoughtful, compassionate approach that makes every visit feel personal. Your pet will be treated like a member of the family. P.S. A bit about me...College educated mom continuing to follow her dream of caring for animals in a loving and fun way. Taking care of your pet, requires my full time and attention. I am available daily from 9-8 PM for walks/drop ins and overnight stays most days of the week. I am willing to arrange a weekly set schedule to care for your pet for your convenience. Your pet deserves my undivided attention. I will not house sit more than your dog at a time. I will be sure to respect your home; leave it in the order I found it while caring for your animal.

“Fantastic experience, very communicative and flexible, sent great pictures of my dog and even a video of her having a great time! Safe neighborhood and clean home, with a fun backyard for the dogs to play in. Cannot recommend them highly enough!”

Alex C.

“My dogs had a great time with Kelsey' family. They got along well with her dogs, cats, and human family, and Kelsey was very good about sending me updates and photos.”

Melissa Z.

“We were so glad that our little Millie was able to stay with Andrea and new friends: Lola and Cooper. She had some outdoor play time in the fenced yard and so much exercise and fun! (We saw some great pictures and video). Thank you so much Andrea! We will definitely be scheduling another play date soon!”

Lisa D.

“Clark had the best the day with Sally! I am so happy I am able to leave my boy with her. She clearly made him feel right at home as he went right to play. What I love the most is that the safety I feel she is giving him and the comfort of his own home. She is offering her place so your dog still feels at home while they are away, and that feels really special. It takes a good person to be able to pull that off.”

Tamara T.

About: I feel that they have such a beautiful and special connection with their owners, which for me is something wonderful and I know how difficult it is to leave it with someone else, but with me your pets will be in good hands. With my fur baby your baby will have a good game time! I work from home so I will have plenty of time to attend to your fur baby needs. I am available for booking on weekdays and weekends at any time I have a patio with a roof where they can play all day and spend their energy, I also have everything your baby needs like food and water bolw, bed and a cage if need it

“Our dog stayed with Kayleigh and her family for two days of doggie daycare while we were in town visiting family. Great experience and she was flexible and understanding when we needed to adjust pickup times!”

Michelle G.

About: I’ve had animals my whole life and I’ve been known as an animal lover since I was a little kid. I’ve taken care of dogs and cats of every kind and size through the years. I know it's hard to be away from your pets and it’s my goal to provide them with the best care possible, so you can feel comfortable leaving them. I truly enjoy loving on your pets and making them feel at home while you have to be away. I have experience with diabetic dogs and giving insulin shots. I am comfortable administering medications. I have helped trained two different puppies and have experience with senior dogs as well. I am a stay at home mom and I homeschool our children, which means I'm home throughout the day to give your pups companionship, care, and a loving environment while you're away. We have three older kids and a 6 yr old. My children love to play and be around dogs too! I have a fenced in backyard which makes potty breaks easy and often and is great for chase and fetch. I also have 2 friendly dogs to keep your fur baby company and to play with. I will care for your pet the way it is used to at home. If they prefer to be crated, I can do that as well. Thank you for the opportunity to care for your dog!

“Thank you for taking such good care of Geneva!”

Sheryl G.

About: Hi! You can call me Rose (: I’m that person who lights up whenever a dog walks into a room. More than likely, I will pet or talk to your dog before I start a conversation with you...I’ve always had dogs in my household growing up. I’ve volunteered at an animal rescue for 4 years which sparked my love for dogs. I have also fostered a few dogs during COVID. No matter the breed, size, age, color, I will spoil and love your dog to my fullest potential. I’m always trying to find new ways to entertain dogs wether it’s by walking, playing with a garden hose, zoomies in the backyard, whatever I can do to make sure your dog is having the time of their life while you’re away. I work from home so I am home all day during the week! Your fur baby is more than welcome to stay during the day while you’re at work or I am available to come over to give them love and attention during the day! While I work from home, I will mainly be in my office space but will always be checking in on your fur baby. I hope they would be comfortable enough to join me in my office while I work! I have a fully fenced in backyard and live in a quiet neighborhood for peaceful walks. If your fur baby requires or is more comfortable in a crate, I can comfortably fit one in my home as well.

“Our dog can be nervous around new people, but Laken got down on the floor with her and snuggled to make her comfortable. She had her two small dogs who played well with ours. She has a fenced yard and our dog enjoyed running around. We felt like she received good care and looked very comfortable when we picked her up.”

Libby R.

About: We’re a mother-daughter duo who absolutely adore animals and know just how to spoil your pup! We have had our own dog who sadly passed away at the age of 14, and we currently have a very timid and shy cat who usually just stays in my daughter's room when we care for other friends and neighbor's pets. We have taken care of young pups to senior dogs where we had to hand feed the old lad along with his prescribed medicines. So do not worry, both of us have plenty of experience with dogs, we’re all about giving your furry friend tons of love, belly rubs, and fun while you’re away. Your fur child could be on my bed at night if that’s what you prefer, just as he/she is next to you. I work from home most days, and my daughter is home before 3 PM on weekdays, so we’re always around to care for pets. On weekends, we sometimes go to the park or do longer walks if the dog enjoys them. Pets in our home are always get lots of attention. Even though we live in a condo, your pet(s) will get all the care and attention they deserve. My daughter loves staying active and guarantees plenty of walks and runs to keep your dog happy and healthy. We make sure every pup gets the exercise and love they need (no boredom here)!

About: Hi there! I’m Awia, and I’ve had around 25 years of experience caring for animals. I’ve shared my life with many wonderful dogs and cats, and I currently have a sweet Pekingese named Peking along with two cats, Lolli and Ashley. They’re all friendly, gentle, and used to having new furry friends around. I’ve also volunteered walking dogs at various animal shelters over the years—animals have always been a huge part of my life. I also have six wonderful children who absolutely adore animals. They’re gentle, respectful, and regularly nominated for Kindness Awards at their school. Your pet will receive extra love, attention, and cuddle sessions from them—helping your furry family member feel right at home. I’m currently working on my nonprofit organization, and during my downtime I’ve chosen to walk dogs and care for animals. It’s such a fun and rewarding way to spend the day—you get to hang out with adorable pups, enjoy some exercise, and soak up the sunshine. I provide a safe, clean, and loving environment for your pets. While I don’t have a fenced-in yard, I’m fortunate to live within a beautiful nature preserve and park system. This means your pup can enjoy walks along scenic, well-maintained paths with plenty of fresh air and minimal street traffic. If boarding, I’ll make sure your dog gets regular, safe walks and plenty of attention, ensuring they feel comfortable, happy, and well cared for. All of my personal pets—Peking, Lolli, and Ashley—are up to date on vaccinations, and are on flea and heartworm prevention medication. For the safety and comfort of all animals, I kindly ask that visiting pets are also clean and flea-free. If a pet arrives needing a bath, I’m happy to provide one, and a pet bath fee will be added to your booking. This ensures a fresh, healthy, and pleasant environment for everyone.

About: In addition to growing up with both dogs and cats of my own, I have been caring for pets through Rover for nearly 8 years now and I know exactly how much work goes into taking care of man's best friend! Whether you have an energetic puppy, a special needs senior, or family felines, I am here to help! I'm WFH full-time and am able to offer boarding and doggy daycare for small breeds only (under 15lbs due to weight restrictions at my apartment, house-trained, and not prone to loud barking or urine marking), but since I have two cats with limited space, I require a meet and greet in my home prior to booking. While I do offer house sitting and drop-in visits, I have a diabetic cat that requires insulin injections 8am & 8pm which does mean I have to stay pretty local for overnight & prefer no more than 5 nights (also if you have a diabetic cat too, I got you!). House sitting rates includes staying in your home around the clock, aside from my twice a day trips home and any errands or other drop-ins I might have. If 30-60 min drop ins are too short for your fur baby's needs, please select house sitting option and I will work with you to stay in the home as much as you need even if overnights aren't necessary :) When first meeting clients I like to do a thorough walk-through of everything there is to know about their pup's feeding and walking schedule as well as about the home (alarms, spare keys, guest room etc.) that way I have less questions for the owner while they are away and can confidently jump into the dog's regular routine without any hiccups.

“What a fabulous experience with Zach! He spent time with our virtual meet and greet making minor adjustments to assure Coleman’s safety and my comfort. He understands how much pets mean as family members and works hard to accommodate. His place is set up to care for pups in separate areas if necessary. Lots of photos and video throughout the stay. I highly recommend him.”

Coleman C.

“Jen has a great place for any dog! A big backyard for them to play. I booked Jen for two days. The first day at drop off, my pup was naturally a little hesitant (we didn’t have time to do a meet and greet). When I picked him up, he was happy as could be. When I took him on the second day, he couldn’t wait to get out of the car and play with his new friends.”

Emily H.

“Yoniray and family have been great with my dog, a little Havanese. She took pictures and sent them through rover. I can tell he was given a lot of love during the stay!”

Diana T.

“WOW! Such a wonderful experience with Kristine!! She was able to help me out LAST MINUTE with my pup! She was SO kind and amazing! She sent updates and pictures that gave me so much comfort! My dog had the best time with her, her family, and her pups! I think my dog would’ve stayed another couple days if it was up to her! I would recommend Kristine’s services 100 times over if I could!!😊♥️🐾”

Kelci V.

“I had something come up last minute and needed somewhere to take my boy for the day, and Ariana was able to accommodate us on short notice. He’s very anxious and doesn’t typically thrive in new environments and she took such good care of him and communicated all throughout day!”

Andrea S.