Dog Boarding Heartside

“Bear seemed to have a great time in their care and was well taken care of. You can tell their love for dogs is genuine and I felt assured knowing he was in good hands. I would definitely book with them again!”

Emma C.

“Mabel had another wonderful weekend with Melvin! We appreciate his communication and obvious love for dogs! We won’t hesitate to go to him again for our dog boarding needs!”

Ryleigh K.

“Jacy did an amazing job with Ginger. She kept us updated with great pictures. I would highly recommend her to anyone. We will definitely be using her in the future.”

Travis V.

“David provided the best care for our 2 pups! We were away for 2 weeks in which time David kept us updated on the well being of our dogs. He is a conscientious pet care provider 🐾🐾”

Sue H.

“Erin and Brian were great communicators and took good care of Cedar. They clearly love animals and have created a space where pups are welcome. Cedar enjoyed having playmates for the weekend and came home to us in a chipper mood. We’ll definitely plan to hire Erin and Brian again when we have future pet sitting needs.”

Nic B.

“Stephanie knows dogs! Lula came home happy and calm after three days with Stephanie, seamlessly transitioning back to home. She played with other dogs, including Stephanie's own dogs. I will certainly request to take her again when the opportunity arises.”

Lucy P.

“Sarah was great with my dog Vala! We did a meet and greet beforehand since this was my first time using Rover. Her own dogs are so cute and I felt comfortable leaving Vala with her and her dogs for the weekend. She provided photos/updates while I was away, which I greatly appreciated. I will definitely be using Sarah again in the future!”

Brittani B.

“Brenda did a fantastic job of taking care of my dog. My dog has epilepsy and he was so comfortable at her house she had no problems. I recommend Brenda to everyone. My dog got walks and lots of love. She received her medication on time. I will definitely book with her again.”

Nancy W.

About: I’m 24 and have been around dogs my entire life, so caring for pups has always been a natural part of my life! I have a 5-year-old St. Bernard/Poodle mix named Grover, who is friendly, playful, and gets along well with other dogs. I live in a house with a fully fenced-in yard, giving dogs plenty of space to safely play, explore, and get some energy out. I’m comfortable with dogs of different sizes, personalities, and energy levels, and I’m happy to follow each pet’s individual routine and needs. I know how important it is to feel comfortable leaving your pet with someone you trust, and I’ll treat your dog like they’re part of my own family—with lots of attention, love, walks, playtime, and of course, plenty of cuddles! 🐶💕 I work a full-time 8–5 job, but I have a flexible hybrid schedule! I work from home Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, so I’m home with your pets for most of the day on those days. I’m typically in the office Tuesday and Friday and am usually gone from around 7:30 AM–5:30 PM. Outside of work hours, I’m available for walks, playtime, feeding, cuddles, and plenty of attention! For overnight stays, I’m happy to make sure your pets are comfortable and have everything they need while you’re away. Whether your pet is staying in my home or I’m caring for them in their own home, my goal is to keep them comfortable, happy, and on their normal routine as much as possible. I’m happy to follow your instructions for feeding, walks, playtime, medications, bedtime routines, and anything else your pet needs. I’ll give them plenty of attention and affection while also respecting their personality and boundaries—whether they’re an energetic pup who loves to play or a couch potato who prefers to cuddle! When pets stay in my home, they’ll have access to a fenced-in yard for safe outdoor time and lots of love and attention. My dog Grover is friendly and enjoys having other dogs around. When staying in your home, I’ll treat your space with the same care and respect I would my own. I’ll keep you updated with photos and messages so you can relax knowing your pet is happy, safe, and well cared for while you’re away.

“Molly was extremely flexible, thoughtful, and took amazing care of our dog overnight. Her place is lovely and our dog was instantly comfortable. Her dog is very sweet and calm. Would book here 100% anytime we are in Grand Rapids!”

Liz H.

“Karin Sue and Danny were wonderful to my Rosie! They had toys, a huge backyard and spent a lot of time with her. This was her first time being boarded and I would go back in a heartbeat! Thank you for being such wonderful caretakers!”

Lorraine M.

“Kijah was so friendly and communicative. Louie received excellent care and made so many friends! I had a scheduling blip and needed to extend the time last minute and Kijah was really flexible.”

Kyle S.

“My dog absolutely loved Abby! Lilly got plenty of snuggles and walks over the weekend and enjoyed the quiet time away from the baby! I loved all the care and updates we got over the weekend. We hope Abby will be available every time!”

Brittany B.

“I couldn't have been more pleased and happy with the love and care this family has shown my puppy Molly! Its the 1st time we have had to leave her and I was so nervous about it but they really made me feel Totally at ease & kept me well informed the whole time! I could see from the pictures they sent me that Molly was as happy as could be! Will definitely be using Jayme & John again!!! They truly ARE dog loving people- no doubt about that!!!”

Kathy M.

“Remi was so great with our Ragnar! She clearly loves dogs and treating them the way they deserve. Will be reaching out again when we need her!”

Charlotte N.

“We had a great experience with Meghan! She was very flexible for pickup/drop off and was intentional about the precautions for walking my reactive dog. I got several updates and pictures throughout the day, which I always appreciate.”

Victoria C.

“Lisa is the best! I loved having my dog stay with her while I was on vacation. He had a great time and got along well with her and her dog. It brings you peace knowing your dog is safe and happy while you are away. We will definitely book with her again.”

Joy F.

“This was an amazing! Chad was so kind and accommodating. Rotini was taken care of and he had an amazing time! I highly suggest booking with Chad, if we are back in the area, we will definitely book again!!”

Elise W.

About: I have been around animals for most of my life and have over 50 years of hands-on experience caring for pets. Over the years, I’ve owned about nine dogs and currently have an Australian Shepherd and two sugar gliders, so I’m comfortable with both active dogs and animals that need more specialized care. I understand how important it is to have someone dependable, patient, and attentive caring for your pets, and I’ll treat them like they’re part of my own family. I'm a retired firefighter who went into nursing after that career but retired from that now, too. I really enjoy the company of dogs and they seem to enjoy me, too. My wife is in and out of the house because she still works full time, so you may or may not meet her. However I am the one who's retired and gets to be home with any fur babies 24/7 so you will be working with me directly. I have a fenced in backyard, a friendly Aussie who likes to play and numerous sized cages if your dog prefers that for sleeping or escape. I take a walk everyday (usually to the park two blocks away) and I would be happy to include your dog on my daily walk. If I come to your house , I'd be happy to walk your dog around your neighborhood , play ball or frisbee in the backyard or work on commands .. I have done all of these in the past.

“Dune had a great time with Mackenzie! Highly recommend!”

Justyne W.