Dog Boarding Gavilan

“Cecilia and her family were wonderful during Madam Valentine’s stay. She sent frequent updates, photos, and videos, and made sure Valentine had the perfect balance of playtime and rest. When I picked Valentine up, she was happy, excited, and clearly so well cared for. This was my second time booking with Cecilia, and I will definitely be using her services in the future. We are so glad we found her!”

Laura C.

“Apollo can be a handful with his anxiety and reactivity, and Bri handled it beautifully. They had a rocky first night, because he kept barking at every small noise. After several hours of this, he had her a bit worried about whether or not she could get him to settle down and sleep. But she stuck with it and got him to calm down and pass out. From there the visit went great. She followed our feeding and medication instructions exactly, worked on some training with him during his stay, and did a nice job with redirecting his attention when he got reactive on walks. Communication was excellent throughout. I received regular photos and updates, and she flagged any concerns as they came up rather than letting them sit. The best sign of how the weekend went: at pickup, Apollo planted himself on and between her feet multiple times while we were talking about how the weekend went. He clearly trusts and adores her, which can be difficult given his anxiety. We'll absolutely be booking with her again!”

River L.

“Jamie & Patrick were phenomenal! They were incredibly accommodating to my schedule—even with a slight change. If you’re in the ABQ area, I highly recommend them for your fur babies. I know that if I’m ever back and need pet sitting again, I will absolutely use their services. 🐾”

Marinita A.

“Patricia took care of my dog, while I had to go out of town. I would definitely book her again. I highly recommend her for your dog sitting needs.”

Ryan G.

“Joshua was great with our dogs. He has a big backyard with lots of room for play and relaxation. He was good at keeping us informed on how our dogs were doing and even sent pics. Love that he took the time to make sure our dogs got a walk daily. Will definitely use him again!”

Melissa S.

“Andie loves her visits with Doug! She gets plenty of walks and attention, and I appreciate the updates we receive. Will definitely book with you again!”

Katie L.

“While I appreciate Rover providing me with alternative dog sitters when I book with Shell Segura, if Shell is not available, I change my plans. My pup is the love of my life and, as are most dog moms, I have VERY picky about who watches him when I cannot. He is always excited and happy to see me after a sit, but he is equally excited when I ask him if he wants to go see “Aunt Shell.” Shell treats all her dog visitors as if they are her own - her love for dogs is as bright and caring as the New Mexican sun! Her physical layout is ideal for every dog’s personality, be they into group play or want to be by themselves. Multiple doggie doors, a large yard to run, ample shade and water, and more love in Shell’s heart than can almost be imagined. If you demand the very best for your dog(s), please arrange for a meet-and-greet. My dog is always looking for new friends! Thank you, Shell, for all the love and care for my boy!”

Karol V.

“Courtney did great with Rocko and was very accommodating on such short notice. Received many updates and photos for his short stay with her. Her Indy is adorable and made a great playmate for Rocko. Would definitely reach out to Courtney again for future stays.”

Shauna J.

“This was our first time using the Rover service and Mark did not disappoint us. In the past we have used a great local kennel but due to concerns about the horrible canine virus circulating in several states last year we decided to try something different this trip. We paid a little more than we normally would have, but our dogs were less stressed due to the calmer environment (no other dogs, did not have to be crated at night) and the loving attention provided by Mark. Mark was great at sending daily updates and pics via messaging throughout the stay so that we could see how our pups were doing. I’m sure Mark stays pretty booked due to his loving care but we would definitely consider using his service again for futures needs, assuming he is available.”

Teresa B.

“Holly and Robert are amazing! They took such good care of our two dogs while we were gone. Both dogs were happy and well taken care of. We got multiple pictures of them playing and getting cuddles. We will definitely be using them again!!!”

Lauren H.

“Thank you so so much for taking care of Leo and doing an excellent job! Thanks for being so kind to us during our chaotic cross country move and flexible on the pick up and drop off times. We knew Leo was well taken care of!! Will definitely remember you when we need a doggy sitter again!”

Julia H.

“Kevin is great- very laid back and easy to work with. Had no issues, he did well with our anxious pup! Would recommend him to family and friends and would happily book with him again!”

Maryellen W.

“Hossanna was absolutely wonderful with our dog, Azula. From the start, she was so accommodating and kind, and she even met with us for two walks before Azula’s stay, which made a huge difference in helping us feel comfortable. I have very detailed (and sometimes neurotic) instructions when it comes to my dog, and Hossanna never once made me feel bad about that. She was patient, understanding, and clearly cared about doing things right for Azula. She sent us many thoughtful photos throughout the stay, and it was obvious Azula was comfortable, happy, and safe in her care. If she would have us again, I would absolutely book with her, and I would 100% recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter they can truly trust.”

Laura W.

About: I’ve owned several types of dogs from small to big since i was a child! I now have my own cat that me and my partner take care after and give so much love to! I have experience of basic necessities such as walking dogs, playing with them, etc I am a full time ABA therapist where my schedule during the week ranges usually from 8 AM - 4 PM. I can check on your pets or take them for a walk anytime after that! Weekends are always free other than sundays from 2 PM - 5 PM! I ensure the pet's safety, comfort, and happiness by following the owner's instructions carefully. This includes feeding, walking, playing, and providing any medication as needed. I also maintain a clean environment by tidying up after the pet and respecting the client's home and belongings. I keep the owner updated with regular messages or photos to let them know how their pet is doing.

“Fantastic!! Very communicative and organized, I love that he does a meet + greet beforehand. He and Mia did a great job looking after my little Skunk, with lots of walks and cuddles! There were other dogs over when I went to pick up and drop off my dog, and all the dogs were super friendly and everyone was getting along great, which I think is testament both to Peter’s care of these critters as well as his discernment in his screening process :) overall my 18-month dog had a great time and I’m so glad he had a little “pack” to keep him company while I was away. I would definitely book Peter again!”

Olivier E.

“Rachel was great. I was nervous to leave my new kitten as she was still very young, Rachel was knowledgeable and I felt safe leaving Bianca with her. She was very attentive to messages. Gave me updates and pictures everyday. Would definitely use her again if the need arose.”

Veronica A.

“easy and quick booking. took great care of our Boston terrier. felt safe with the environment. puppy was clean and nails clipped even was a great surprise bonus.”

Sam B.

“Brittany is exceptionally accommodating to changes of plans and additional services. She's always super excited to meet and play with my pupper 😁”

Timothy H.

“We could not be more grateful to have found Marlena for our first River experience! Especially on a last minute notice! Leaving our doggos with someone new is always a bit stressful, but she instantly won them (& us) over & treated our dogs like her own. Throughout the stay (overnight plus additional hours), Marlena was incredibly sincere & honest with us about how our dogs were doing. She provided detailed updates, photos & videos, we so appreciated her open communication. It gave us complete peace of mind knowing our dogs were in such a safe, capable, & loving hands. Our dogs just loved her so much. We will absolutely be booking with Marlena again!”

Katie Y.

“Holly and Andrew are fantastic. They went the extra mile when we had a medical emergency and gladly offered to keep our fur baby for however long we needed them. They were a godsend for sure!!”

Loretta C.