Doggy Day Care in Hawk's Landing, Madison, WI

About: I grew up on a farm in Texas, where I had at least four dogs and six cats in the house throughout my life. I love pets more than anything! To that extent, I worked in a boarding kennel throughout high school and college before Rover existed. I now have five years of experience with Rover and Wag in multiple cities and states. My experience in boarding kennels and with Rover has allowed me to see and handle a wide range of situations in high-stress environments while having been professionally responsible for the safety and comfort of hundreds of animals. I will always provide compassionate care for your pets, as my goal is to make you feel comfortable and relaxed during your time away, just as much as your furry companions do with me. As a PhD student, I have the flexibility to read and write at home, and I enjoy alleviating stress with pet care. Additionally, my husband works from home, so the house almost always has a human or two around :) Pet safety is my number one priority. A close second is providing a comfortable and fun environment. For boarding and daycare, the basement is set up for pups to relax and play, and the house is segmented by gates to secure their safety as well as protect our belongings. I provide crates for separation if necessary, particularly around feeding time or depending on the night routine. Additionally, I have a spacious, fenced backyard (our favorite part of the house!), and I will always supervise pups when outside. I pick up poop immediately and keep an eye on whether curious mouths pick up things. For the extra adventurous pups, I also have a 30ft tie-out cable for additional security. Although I have a cat in the house, she stays exclusively in the primary bedroom, and with many gates and doors in place, the likelihood of the pups encountering her is extremely low. For drop-ins, I assure you that I will follow your directions and leave your home in the same condition as when you left it originally. My reviews can attest to that :)

“Andrew took great care of our active dog. I can tell she got a good mix of snuggles and walks throughout the day. Great communication. Look forward to booking again!”

Lisa B.

“Elena has a great system in place to make sure us pet owners and our pets feel safe and well taken care of. The updates provided are such a highlight through my day!”

Tori E.

“Our go to rover in the Madison area. I never ever worry about Mazie in Gen’s care. Mazie is exhausted, and always seems happy! Highly recommend to anyone.”

Cailin C.

“Amazing person!!!! Oreo loves her!!! Will definitely use again when in Wisconsin!!!!”

Kelli P.

“Julie did great job making me and my dog Stella Watson very comfortable from meet and greet thru 1st daycare visit. Stella had wonderful time playing with Zilla and zooming around the yard and house. Will be hoping to visit again soon!”

Shelby L.

“Kilo came back very happy and sleepy from the day with Kristin and family. I got updates without having to ask, which I really appreciated. I think she had a great time and I’d trust bringing my pup back. Thanks again!!”

Kassie L.

“Mika has stayed with Cameron many times now and always comes back tired and happy! Have never had an issue and Mika is always excited to run in the door for daycare. Only good things to say!”

Zachary H.

“Wolfy had such a great day with Mary and her family. He can back very happy, and Mary sent several lovely photos of his time. Mary was also flexible with me when my plans changed after booking, which was so appreciated.”

Jeff K.

“Our big Labradoodle LOVED his first visit of Kathryn and Joe and their kids. They sent pictures while we were gone showing a happy dog and our dog was still happy (and a bit reluctant to leave) when we picked him up. I'm grateful we found Kathryn and Joe and will use them again.”

David H.

“Bobby was great! He send me lots of photos and updates throughout the day. I knew she was well cared for. I was apprehensive to try this app, but Bobby alleviated my anxieties by providing Sadie with awesome care!”

Katie H.

About: I’m Kim and I’ve taken care of dogs most of my life. My husband and I are dog lovers! Once we could get a dog, we got a puppy. I have experience with puppy training and we are an active family. Currently, I have a seven year old dog as well so we are in a dog routine! I work in education and I currently am off for the summer so I am home most of the time. If I needed to go out I would crate your dog. I have a fenced yard so going out to run and go potty is no problem. Also, I have an adult dog so another dog to keep your dog company. I love to be active so walks are a part of our routine, if needed.

“Nelly had a great time with Priyanka! Sometimes Nelly is timid in new situations but she seemed comfortable with Pri right away. We appreciated receiving some cute pictures of the fun times she was having, with walks and cuddles and lots of attention. We will definitely rebook with Pri the next time Nelly needs day care or boarding!”

Louise S.

About: We've been pet owners for over 20 years. We take care of them as members of the family. We are expirienced with animals that need extracare providing medications and helping them up and down of places as our dogs had artritis and cancer. We have 3 kids that love playing fetch and are hoping to teach new tricks to your pet. We both work from home so there is someone always with the pets. We do walks during the day and are available to feed and provide medicines 24/7 We feed them, give them a bath, walk with them, play with them, and love cuddles (my wife mostly). We try to estimulate their minds and body depending on their level of activity

About: Hi, my name is Ava! I am looking to provide dog walking & check in services in the West Madison area. I am committed to providing individualized care, strong attention to detail, and genuine interest and compassion for animals. I grew up in a family that took in a variety of pets to provide a safe home. I am a strong believer in your fuzzy friends being your best friends! They deserve to be treated with care and love while you're away, just as I would want for my dog. I rescued my miniature pinscher 6 years ago and she is now 15 years old! She is both an old lady and still my little baby. I love all animals and I'm so excited to meet yours! I have experience working with children and youth with diverse needs, and that level of care and patience extends naturally to animals with anxiety, behavioral challenges, or special routines. My background in caregiving and support work has taught me to be highly responsible, communicative, and reliable. I’m organized, dependable, and quick to respond — qualities that give pet owners peace of mind. I also go the extra mile with photo updates, customized activities, and keeping pets happy and stress-free while their humans are away. I’m active and love outdoor time — whether it’s long walks, playing fetch, or trail adventures, I’m happy to match your dog’s energy level. I work from home so I have a flexible schedule from 7am-5pm, but it is not consistent every day. I am able to work my schedule around visits and walks if I have enough time to plan. Just message me with details! I could board pets during the day if it's a small dog with no aggression. I have a 15 year old miniature pinscher that gets anxious around medium-large dogs that have anxiety as well and/or some aggression. I am happy to do drop ins and walks throughout the day!

About: I regularly walk and check in on a dog four times a week and have pet sat for several families. I’ve also helped care for my grandma’s dog over the years. I’m reliable, patient, and always make sure pets feel safe and cared for. I am currently on summer break, so I have a pretty high availability to care for pets — through boarding, quick walks, drop in visits, etc! I provide a calm, safe environment and always follow care instructions closely. Though I don’t have a fenced yard, I’m comfortable caring for dogs and cats — supervising pets carefully to ensure their safety and comfort at all times.

“Perfect. My pup went into Christina and Jeremy's house a little nervous and came out wagging. Christina and Jeremy were well set up, easy to work with and clearly like dogs. My guy will be back!”

David H.

“My dogs really like Joyce and Luca and came home happy and sleepy-they clearly got plenty of exercise. Their place is spacious and clean and Joyce sent several great pictures and videos throughout the day. She is organized, the communication was excellent, and she has a good way with dogs. I will absolutely be bringing my buddies back to Joyce’s place.”

Gabe L.

“Christine is great! Our big rambunctious pup has so much fun there playing with the hang, he comes home good and tired. She takes great care of him, even gave him some of her homemade dog food when he wasn’t eating well (with permission of course). She really knows dogs well and we trust her completely with our pup.”

Kathy D.

“Ava was very welcoming to my dog and my dog had no problem getting along with her. She responds fast and sent updates throughout the day.”

Ting Hei Dilys Y.