Dog Boarding in Kirkland

Hi, please read this all, thank you.

My name is Tamar and I am just an animal lover! I was born and raised on the Eastside and I know all of the awesome places to take the dogs out and play. I’m not a big fan of dog parks but we do go to Newcastle beach park several times a week. It’s technically not a dog park but there is a huge field and some trails to go on. I also enjoy taking the dogs on the trails in my neighborhood. I only go to offleash areas so if your pup cannot be trusted off leash, they will enjoy a walk with us instead.

We have a pretty busy household, pets, kids etc. we can handle a lot of responsibility. If one of your main concerns is how many dogs will I be hosting, then this might not be the best fit for you. We love hosting a group of fun pups.

The dogs are allowed on furniture and often sleep with myself or my kiddos.

My home is comfortable, large, and pet friendly! I would love for your pet to join our family in the ideal environment for comfort, safety and fun.

If you’re booking with me, here are some helpful tips. I will do drop offs as early as 7 am Mon-Fri, so if your flight is earlier than my drop off, you’ll need to book for the day before.

I’ll do pick ups until 9 pm, so if your flight gets in later, then please book through the next day.

On Sat-Sun the earliest drop off I’ll do is 9am. It is the only 2 days we get to sleep in, lol

Any questions, please reach out.

Full disclosure on your pups behaviors is much appreciated and super helpful ensuring a safe, fun stay with us.

Vaccinations records required before booking.

About this sitter:

I am a very outgoing, fun person. I absolutely love children and all animals. I have wonderful references.

I’ve been called the cat and dog whisperer most of my life, lol.

Why I love dog sitting

I have been a dog and cat lover all of my life. I wouldn’t be truly happy without pets in my life.

I love dogs! I have always lived with at least one plus cats, birds, reptiles, fish and other small creatures. I have also worked with a variety of rescues, helping walk and train dogs as well as fostering in my own home.

I live in a large, two-story house in a quiet neighborhood. I have a dog door and a large, fully fenced yard. Your dog will have a great time hanging out and playing with my very social, very friendly pups.

My goal is to make their stay as stress-free as possible. I always recommend you bring a couple familiar things (like a bed or blanket) and I try to keep their normal routine the same as they are used to. And of course, they'll get tons of love, kisses and scratches.

I have a really great roommate, Jan, I've known for over 30 years, and shes a total animal lover just like I am. She's also a 5-star Rover sitter. We co-sit together so the pups get tons of attention.

Drop-offs start at 10:30am. NO EXCEPTIONS.

Pick-ups can be as late as 12am. Arrangements may be made for later pick-ups with advance notice.

Phone calls are mandatory before all pick ups and drop offs for the pup's safety in our home.

Max weight I normally accept is under 40lbs. and/or 20" at the withers/shoulders. On the rare occasion we do take a dog in larger than 40lbs. and/or 20" withers, there will be a fee increase. Please ask for fees.

Holidays tend to be busier than normal because of our repeat clients. Only one new client is permitted during holidays.

About this sitter:

After over two years of sitting dogs in my home with my roommate, I am now also offering to care for pets in your home.

For sitting dogs in your home I am available for DAY VISITS ONLY but can NOT offer sleep over service. I will come to your home as needed to feed, care and play with your pets.

I am not only an animal lover but a responsible, dependable adult. Everything will be exactly the same in your home as you left it.

Why I love dog sitting

I have always loved dogs. I have owned and cared for dogs since I was 5yrs old. I trained and showed dalmatians for several years. I have also volunteered with several rescue organizations, walking dogs and even fostering dogs in my own home.

Meet my pets

A tortoise & geckos.

About my yard

I have a very large, fully and securely fenced (over 6ft) backyard. It is all grass and there is lots of room for them to run and play fetch. I have a dog door so they can go out for bathroom breaks. The dogs are always supervised whether it's just doing their business or out for play.

My experience administering medication

Absolutely. I can administer oral, nasal, ear, eye and injectable meds. Please ask for fees.

During these times, we are taking the utmost care to far exceed recommended sanitary measures. We wash and/or sanitize before and after each dog walk, we have disposable gloves for each walk, and disinfectant wipes and spray to wipe doorknobs, our steering wheels, floor mats, bottom of our shoes. We are sanitary head to toe & disinfect anything we touch.

And as always, we walk one dog family at a time and greatly avoid other people or dogs. It’s not 6 feet for us - it’s at least half a block.

We are taking the same precautions for housesitting and boarding.

Neither of us have been directly exposed to COVID nor exposed to anyone who has been, not anyone who has been exposed to someone who was exposed. We have also participated in the SCAN data testing and have tested negative.

We are fully stocked up with sanitizer, Lysol, gloves, Purell, shoe covers, alcohol wipes, 100% isopropyl alc, and a few N95 masks in case of emergency.

If you are mandated to work from home, please choose to give your dog the enjoyment of play and walks with us.

FYI - Our house sitting rate may appear on the high end but we are full service exclusive 24/7 for all your pet and household needs. Both Paul and Debs are available to housesit but the Rover software is only set up for 1 sitter. If you want housesitting and our calendar appears as if we are booked, please send a message and inquire about dates!)

Both of us work Rover full time to meet all your pet care needs - walking, drop-ins, park trips, boarding, and house-sitting and we are happy to coordinate transportation.

If you are looking for one or two available full time companions exclusively attending to ONLY YOUR furry family, then that is us!

One or both of us will be with our guest boarders and one or both of us can travel within a close vicinity for house-sitting. We share dog walks, drop ins, and trips to the park so that any dog we are house sitting or boarding is never left alone for more than a couple of hours max each day.

When we house sit, we "move in" to your house, and aside from errands and a few dog walks during the day, we actually LIVE with your dog, not just visit. All of our down time is spent with your dog and although we may appear to be pricier, our reviews show that our time investment is money well spent.

This goes with dogs staying at our house. We are home-bodies, so other than a few mid day walks each day, your dog is otherwise with us 20/7 every day, living with us as if they were our own.

Our full time job is to be your Exclusive Rover Companion 24/7!

>Our yard is not fenced so you can be assured your pets will be walked often, never left alone outside and never let outside without a lead

> CPR Certification

>Background Check

>Covered by Rover Premium Protection Package

>No children living in the house

>We do not own any other pets

>No smoking inside the house

>We welcome multi-dog families and ONLY your family at one time

> We walk only one dog family at a time unless pre-arranged groups

>Will take a cat if it comes with a dog-family

>Experienced with all breeds and special needs

>Experience with dogs with behavioral issues & training

>Administer medication at no extra charge - experienced with injections, drops, pills, chemotherapy, thyroid meds, etc

>Several neighborhood walks per day and trips to parks if requested

>We love our guests sleeping with us and cuddling on the furniture but will respect and follow your house rules

>Well stocked toy box and treats

>Lots of comforters and "nestling" spots around the house

> No indoor stairs (good for seniors)

>Awesome photos & tons of updates

> Extremely flexible

>Pick up and drop off service available

Bookings are *generally* 24-hour periods although we try to be flexible, so give or take a few hours is not a problem for us, as long as we can ensure that incoming/outgoing boarders aren’t “crossing paths”. If your stay is significantly over 24 hour increments, partial or full day care charges might apply, but will be discussed on a case by case basic.

We live in a daylight basement unit in a large family owned duplex style house (uncle lives upstairs). Our space is 2 bedroom, about 1200 sq ft, cozy and dog friendly. Warm in the winter and A/C during the hot summer days.

One of us can housesit and/or one or both of us will be home with our overnight guests, taking turns dropping in on pets for a visit, pickup, taking them for a walk around your neighborhood or to a dog park.

We do not split up our house and "kennel" your dogs or even just "take care" of them. They become a part of our family. That is our motivating factor in dog boarding. We have had dogs where the owners were shocked when we sent photos of their “challenging” dogs cuddled up to us almost immediately. We have a 100% success rate. We even compete with each other to see who your dog will love the most, so there is no shortage of love, affection, and spoiling!

Have a look at our photos and reviews and you can see how we have lovingly bonded with each and every dog, even surprising owners who claimed their dogs had separation anxiety or shyness.

A bit of our history….

I (Debbie) lost my German Shepherd in 2014 and my husband Paul from England misses his dogs back home. We aren't ready to get our own dog yet but we miss the company which is why we started using Rover.com. We love the companionship and bonding interaction we have with our dog visitors and have lots of repeat customers.

I have owned a husky, malamute, wolf, and german shepherd breeds for the past 20 years and worked with local dog rescue organizations to foster all breeds of dogs looking for their forever home. Paul has grown up with labs and German Shepherds and has 2 family dogs back in England.

We have lots of experience with all breeds, including those considered "challenging", special needs, geriatric, and with behavioral issues.

We take only ONE FAMILY at a time to provide companionship and care 24/7. Our ONLY job is to take care of our clients and make sure they have the best care and companionship for their entire visit.

During your pups visit, we send tons of photos and keep you updated, and you will see that your dog is comfortable, loved, and having as good a time as we are and as you are.

As we have both lost our own dogs due to illness and needing care - we are sympathetic and capable of caring for geriatric or special need dogs.

And as you can see from our profile pics, through Rover we have experience with all sizes and breeds of dogs, many are now repeat customers, and we have fallen in love with each and every one of them.

We have two SUV’s for emergencies or trips to the dog park and are able to access your house for walks no matter the weather. As we don’t have a fence, pups who stay with us get several neighborhood walks each day. You can be assured your dog will never be left outside or let outside without a lead.

We are both very experienced with the "escape artist" mentality and have an entrance that has a 2-door barrier.

We have lots of repeat customers who know to book us weeks & even months in advance and if you read our reviews, you will know why. We send lots of photos, not just of your dog, but your dog WITH us so you can be assured your dog has bonded and is being loved.

We administer meds per owner instruction in food/treats, pill pockets, directly down the throat, ear drops & washes, eye drops, topical ointments and injections. We take gentle care of your special needs pups, whether that is simply meds or disabilities such as blindness or deafness as we both have experience with geriatric dogs and accompanying issues. We’ve taken care of dogs in heat, dogs in diapers. You name it, and we’ll take care of it.

We now offer house-sitting! Either one or both of us will stay with your furry family in your home, depending if we have a boarder at our house in which case one of us stays home with our boarder and one of us is dedicated to your home. Come home from your vacation to a spotless house and happy pets. We will bring in mail, take out garbage, water plants and other household chores you need done.

We are accepting new dog walking clients for either walks, drops in or exclusive trips to the park so please inquire if you have a need. We will work with you an customize a schedule & budget to fit your needs.

** To avoid scheduling mishaps or dog arrival/departures overlapping (especially as we only take one dog at a time), please note that house sitting and boardings are (typically) about 24 hours, give or take, depending on the time of day. During peak seasons depending on our schedule, we may need to enforce drop off/arrival times or a day care fee on a case by case basis in order that we don’t deny another request due to a late night pick up and then become “unbookable” to anyone for that night. We will never charge additional fees unless absolutely necessary and only if mutually agreed upon. We pride ourselves on our unconditional flexible arrivals/drop offs and that is still what we are going to aim for, but just want to give a heads up that we will need to discuss both times as well as dates when making a booking a we have become increasingly busy.) Again, this is a flexible discussion we will have only as needed.

Hi, I'm Jan. I just love being around dogs! I have 10 years experience working for an Animal Emergency Clinic and specialty vet, sterilizing surgical instruments and some tech duties (see testimonial from Dr. Daniel G.) I also sat several pets that belonged to the vets, including the clinic owner's animals.

I am very comfortable giving shots, medications, or changing bandages if needed. I also worked the puppy section in an animal shelter for about a year which was great. I had a blast every day. It was far from feeling like a job. Over the years I've even trained and shown my own puppies and adult dogs in obedience.

I have a really great roommate I've known for over 30 years. She's a total animal lover just like I am. She also happens to be a Rover sitter (Elena D., the one with over 500 5-star reviews.) We co-sit together so the pups get tons of attention.

I live in a large house two-story house in a safe neighborhood. I have a doggy door and a large fully fenced yard. I'm home all day so your fur-baby will get all the love and attention he or she needs. There is rarely a time when one of us isn't home.

I have two really awesome dogs. They're fixed, current on all shots, on flea, tick & heart worm medication. They both LOVE to play and are great at running your dog(s) tired.

Overnights are done indoors where they are safe and warm. Your dog can sleep on a dog bed, in my bed, or in a crate. I'll do what ever it takes to make you and your dog happy.

Drop-offs start at 10:30am. SORRY, NO EXCEPTIONS.

We offer pick-ups as late as 12am. Arrangements may be possible for later pick-ups with advance notice.

Phone calls are mandatory before all pick ups and drop offs for the pup's safety in our home..

Holidays tend to be busier than normal because of our repeat clients. Only one new client is permitted during holidays.

I'm a huge dog lover of all breeds, however I do have some breed and temperament restrictions for boarding.

Please read my entire profile to view restrictions and my rates to see if we'll be a good fit. Max size I can host is 40lbs. and/or 20" at the withers/shoulders

Why I love dog sitting

Honestly, I've been a dog lover since birth. I'm the type of person that when I see a dog I ask the owner if I may pet their dog. I believe that there is no such thing as a bad dog, just bad owners.

I've worked with dogs at both an animal shelter for about a year and a speciality surgical vet office for about 10 years. I've babysat for some of the vets I've worked with. I've also had 3 years in obedience training and have done obedience dog shows which we've placed in.

My pet loving, co-dog sitting roommate Elena has a desert tortoise she's had since he was a hatchling. He's about 20 years old now and is a HUGE dog lover!. She also has two geckos.

About my yard

I have a huge backyard that's fully fenced. It's secure and over 6'. I have a dog door I can teach your dog to use. The yard is all grass. TONS of room for running, night glo-ball, laser, and Chuck-It. All yard play and bathroom breaks are supervised.

My experience administering medication

I can do shots & pills with ease. *PLEASE ASK FOR FEES.

I am a full time dog care professional available for training, boarding, drop-ins, walks, and day care. I consider myself first and foremost a dog trainer, so during any of our interactions, you can be sure your companion will get lots of personalized attention and love, and that they will learn something, too!

I'm a member of The Association of Professional Dog Trainers, and I am simulation engineer and data scientist with about 10 years of experience. I'm currently working on a research project that hopes to use machine learning to improve dog training. In many cases, when we think of training we think of turning a bad dog into a good one. I specialize in making good dogs great by using a quantitative framework and scientifically backed methods with the goal of creating improved canine citizens.

My goal is to be a knowledgeable trainer for common behavioral issues. We will work to improve the reliability of basic commands such as come and stay, practice their ability to be calm while on leash, and to have good manners around people and other dogs. If you're interested, I hope to give you more confidence in having your companion off leash and under voice control in a variety of situations. And of course, you'll get daily photos and updates on how much fun they're having.

You and your pet can still enjoy life while you are away! Give your dog a comfortable and safe environment while you can't be with them and enjoy your time while you miss them.

Individualized care for your dog's needs and interests! West Seattle retreat with a yard and dog friendly environment. I want to make your dogs smile as much as I can while you are away.

Matt

About this sitter:

Hi I'm Matt B. As someone that loves to travel, I understand the mixed feelings when it comes to leaving your dog behind. I've been taking care of dogs my whole life and know how to make them feel comfortable when they're missing their owners. Lots of exercise, positive reinforcement and lots of places to lay around. I can take care of all kinds of dogs and their different conditions. And while you're away I'll send you plenty of photos of your best buddy!

Why I love dog sitting

I was born a dog lover. You couldn't stop me from petting or playing with any dog in sight! Life without dogs would be so different.

Meet my pets

I have a gentle giant named Thurston.

He loves all dogs big and small and always finds a way to be friends no matter their personality or disability.

Thurston is a 1 year old Irish Wolfhound Goofball.

About my yard

I have a fenced yard that is strong but temporary while I build my final fence.

I am always out there with the dogs and have had Great Danes and escape artists with no problems. It's a fun yard and will be getting better.

My experience administering medication

I can administer most medications and watch your injured dogs to.

Our family lives in West Seattle and includes John, Erica, Kiddos 11 & 14, Clancy (a 11 year old 50 pound Springer Spaniel/Red Heeler mix), Noodle Love Nugget (2 year old Chihuahua), Oreo (6 month old kitty) and our latest addition 14-year-old Jake the quarter horse who lives offsite. (Our sweet kitty Bella Baby Kitty crossed the Rainbow Bridge in 2017 and we adopted Noodle in her name.) We are extremely active and live and play hard. Clancy, Noodle, Oreo and (RIP Bella) are rescue animals who have made a wonderful addition to our family. Jake is a sweet boy who loves to see the girls when we visit, ride him and give him treats. Clancy enjoys playing with friends in our private fenced in dog park, patrolling our fenced in front yard, chase, wrestling/keep away with friends and playing with his toys and snuggling. Oreo is being raised as a dog. He is kennel trained and LOVES to wrestle and play with his big brother Noodle. Clancy, Noodle and Oreo love to play chase and tag up and down the hallway. Noodle is very eager to make new friends but due to his dainty 5.2 pound size we are cautious with introductions. (Both Oreo and Noodle are available to play with suitable sized visitors, otherwise they are kept separately for their safety.)

John and I grew up with pets of all varieties and our family would not feel complete without all of the joy that they add. John and I would welcome a visiting canine family member who can play well with our existing family members. However, we understand that some pets would like to stay in their own homes but get visits and playtime. We are very flexible and could accommodate a variety of arrangements.

In addition, we can provide drop ins for any type of pet siblings who are more comfortable staying at home, as well as their canine brothers and sisters. Although I have selected a preference for altered dogs, I understand that depending on age they may not of been altered yet. If your pet falls into this category, please let me I know so that I can determine whether we could proceed with a stay. I also offer boarding discounts for repeat boarding customers, discounts for siblings and our prices are negotiable depending on your situation. If this sounds like an ideal fit for you, please do not hesitate to contact us. :)

About Erica:

I have always been an avid animal lover. I grew up with Dachshunds, kitties, a goat, fish, mini turtles to name a few. I love them all!!! :) In addition, I was an equestrian throughout middle school and high school and was responsible for the care of several horses. John and I also have a ten year old daughter Miranda, who has been raised to love and respect her animal siblings as well as to participate in their care. The children and I are currently pursuing our mutual love of horses by taking riding lessons together. (They are taking Western and I am taking English lessons.)

Why I love dog sitting

I have had canine family members all of my life. Before we adopted Clancy, I had Dachshund babies, a Flat Coated Retriever and Kitties. I love how all fur babies constantly express their joy of life with their goofy individual personalities.

Meet my pets

Clancy (a 11 year old 50 pound Springer Spaniel/Red Heeler mix)

Noodle Love Nugget (a 2 year old 5.2 pound Chihuahua)

Oreo (6 month Kitten)

Jake (14 year old Quarter Horse who lives off-site)

About my yard

We have a triple gated private dog park, and a fenced in front yard. Clancy and friends enjoy frequent squirrel patrols, and galloping rounds of chase and keep away. I separate dogs by energy levels and by temperament. Some want to run all day and others want to lay in the sun. I assess the fit upon arrival and place them with friends who are best suited. Our goal is that all visitors are treated like family and have an amazing visit. :)

My experience administering medication

Sure, no problem since I have had to do it with my own pets. I have experience giving oral, topical and injected medicines.

Please read my ENTIRE profile by clicking, "Read More" below:

My goal is to create a loving/fun vacation for your best friend as he/she becomes part of our family. All you do is pack enough food for their visit with us - plus medications, supplements and a regular leash. We do the rest; providing TLC, toys, fun outings, belly or butt scratches and companionship. If they are totally attached to their bed, bring that too, otherwise we have very comfy dog beds.

My availability calendar is above, in the left column. My price reflects a 24-hour period. If drop off/pick up times are not the same, there may be a price adjustment. A meet 'n greet is REQUIRED for each dog and every guest MUST be well-mannered and socialized. High strung, high energy, hyper-active dogs or excessive barkers will not be a good fit here since it's too stressful for the other dogs AND humans when a dog isn't trained, misbehaves or is too loud or rowdy. Vaccinations are required. I will NOT take care of contagious dogs.

Dave, my husband, and I live in a ranch-style home in Tamara Hills, located on the back side of Somerset. We're close to the 405/I-90 interchange and 20 minutes away from the airport.

We especially enjoy watching dogs with a mellow/calm demeanor that are between 25 and 60 pounds. We're open to larger sizes as long as they are; potty trained, well behaved (have GREAT recall, and know sit, stay and HEEL), are not big barkers or rough when playing. Your dog will be a guest in OUR home and neighborhood and their behavior affects everyone; dogs and humans alike.

We believe in quality over quantity, so there usually aren't more than three guests at a time, to ensure that everyone gets the attention they deserve. Once in awhile, there can be 'spillover' where we have an extra dog or two for 24-48 hours as vacations can overlap.

Why I love dog sitting:

I've been an animal lover forever and have enjoyed taking care of dogs all my adult life. Growing up, my family had cats, dogs, birds and rabbits. As an adult, I have trained my own dogs who each turned out to be spectacular canine citizens, if I do say so myself. :)

Always drawn to animals, I supervised the front desk at a multi-doctor veterinarian hospital for several years after moving to the PNW.

About our Pets:

We share our lives with, Penny, a sweet, sensitive, 10 1/2 year old, Border Collie/Husky mix who looks like a honey-colored fox and Skoshi, an adorable, red-headed, tri-colored, 9 1/2 month old corgi.

About our yard:

Our yard is 'fenced' with both iron railing and a 3-4', plastic coated wire and metal fencing, so it is only deterrent-type fencing.

My experience administering medication:

I'm fine giving pills.

I really love dogs. I get a lot of joy from playing and interacting with them. Just being with them puts a smile on my face. I'm a very active person so i'm ready to get out there and give your dog a good work out. But i am also patient and able to keep things under control. I have dog sat for numerous friends and had a few pups growing up. Im from Seattle originally so i know the city really well and can navigate it no problem. I have a Honda element so its great for dogs of all sizes and the plastic floors are really dog friendly, i don't have to worry about getting it dirty at all. I work from home so my schedule is very flexible.

If you're here, you're family! That's how I think about all the pups who come to visit me. I think I offer something special to my clients in that I am NOT just someone who absolutely loves dogs and opens their home to them. I am also a "retired dog professional" with 20 years of experience in dog training, fostering, sheltering and boarding. I can give your dogs a homey place to stay with a professional edge focusing on safety and enrichment. A true "bed and bark-fest".

My yard is fully fenced and gates are kept locked at all times to keep your pup safe. There is a fenced and covered dog run in my yard (10'x10') for little guys who may feel a little overwhelmed by a quarter acre. The Snoqualmie Valley Trail is nearby for walks and Carnation has its own fenced off-leash dog park three blocks away. We also have a doggy playroom with a cement floor to use when the heat gets to be too much outside -- or as a place to shake off the mud during the rainy season before everyone goes into the house. There are 2 of us with two legs and opposable thumbs to keep an eye on the pooches. The house and yard are very dog friendly -- we keep it clean and neat, but don't panic if someone digs a hole or scratches a door or has an accident. Sometimes a new pup is a little shy and likes to have a quiet place to himself so we offer one of our bedrooms for a sanctuary. Before long, most are poking their heads out so join in play. If you have rules about not letting your pup on the furniture, etc., we will enforce those during the stay -- otherwise we just want your dog to feel right at home!

About this sitter:

Simple....I love dogs. They add so much to my life that spending time with them has turned out to be cheaper and more efficient than therapy. :) I do everything with a dog or two involved. When my kids moved on, I had a lot of excess energy and attention and pups have become the perfect focal point for it. Having once boarded my own dog in a traditional kennel, I decided that is an experience no one should have to endure. My solution is to open my home and heart to your companion dogs while you are away.

Why I love dog sitting

I got my first dog as an adult in 2000 and it was a life-changing event! I started by attending dog training classes...and couldn't stop because they were so much fun. When we finished the classes, I began studying to become a trainer myself. My motivation was this: Dogs bring so much to my life, I want to add joy to theirs. Well-mannered dogs simply get to do more, go more places! I started training at the Humane Society, then at Petsmart and now I am boarding and training on my own.

I have been a trainer now for about 13 years and boarding for about 5. I specialize in socialization challenges and basic obedience, although I also work with K9's. Currently I volunteer (along with my dog, Guinness) with the Snohomish County Search and Rescue K9 team.

Meet my pets

Do squirrels count? :) Although we are animal lovers of all kinds, we focus our care on our dogs and yours.

About my yard

The quarter acre lot is fully fenced. There is a smaller, fenced dog run for little guys if needed. Gates have padlocks so no one can accidentally release a dog. I don't use pesticides or herbicides on my lawn and I don't freak out at a little digging.

My experience administering medication

Absolutely. Oral or injection.