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David A.

Vancouver, WA

5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
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Services

David can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Availability

I work full-time from home, M-F 8am-5pm. It's a predictable schedule that will allow me to meet all of a dogs basic needs (feeding, potty time, medicine) and plenty of play-time interspersed throughout the day. If I'm listed as available to board on a particular day I will not have any plans that will keep me out of the house longer than 1-2 hours max (grocery store errands, etc).

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About David A.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

53 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced yard and two friendly well-socialized Golden Retrievers used to new canine company in the house and sharing their space. Your pups will be allowed on the furniture & beds if they are at home, but if not I will reinforce whatever boundaries you like for consistent training purposes.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information David A. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog: - Is an escape artist or tries to dart out the door when it's open. The back yard is fenced but only up to 6' - Has any special feeding, meds or care requirements - Needs or expects crate time - Is reactive to other animals, situations, or people - Has any nervous or destructive habits

A typical day

Your dogs will be playing, napping & coexisting with my own 2 Goldens while staying here. Weather permitting they'll have free access to the back yard to chase & play in, and an assortment of toys to fetch or tug with. Evenings after work we often play ball-fetch and get lots of personal attention.

Location

Vancouver, WA

David A.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Dog Boarding w Experienced Owner

Pet care experience

I'm 53 and have had dogs my entire life. I travel often with my own Golden Retrievers, but when I'm available at my home in Vancouver I'm happy to let your pups join the pack in my household. I have raised and trained many dogs over the years, including professionally with military working dogs at Lackland AFB years ago. My yard is fenced, my dogs are well socialized & trained, and will make yours feel welcome. My dogs Ripley and Amos are 11 & three years old. I telework from home all day, the house is chill, the yard is fenced, and your pups will be doted upon. I am experienced at giving personalized feeding or medical regiments to dogs that require them. After a first initial shorter stay I would be open to longer stays by your pet for future visits. I will only take pups from 1 client family at a time.

Reviews

Wesley P.
Boarding • May 07, 2026
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David took excellent care of Boomer and it was a great experience. Would highly recommend.

Tiyakorn C.
Boarding • Apr 27, 2026
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David took very good care of Cooper and Chandler. He was very understanding of both their behaviors. It is very difficult to find someone who cared, observed and communicated as clearly and frequently as David did. 5 out of 5 we would recommend him to any of our friends in the area.

Hayley B.
Boarding • Apr 16, 2026
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Joey had a lovely time! I got updates everyday from David, and would def recommend!

Teresa L.
Boarding • Mar 31, 2026
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David was excellent! Lumi had a great time playing with the other pups and I think benefited from David working from home, which is what she is used to. Thank you so much, will be booking again!

About David A.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

53 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced yard and two friendly well-socialized Golden Retrievers used to new canine company in the house and sharing their space. Your pups will be allowed on the furniture & beds if they are at home, but if not I will reinforce whatever boundaries you like for consistent training purposes.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information David A. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog: - Is an escape artist or tries to dart out the door when it's open. The back yard is fenced but only up to 6' - Has any special feeding, meds or care requirements - Needs or expects crate time - Is reactive to other animals, situations, or people - Has any nervous or destructive habits

A typical day

Your dogs will be playing, napping & coexisting with my own 2 Goldens while staying here. Weather permitting they'll have free access to the back yard to chase & play in, and an assortment of toys to fetch or tug with. Evenings after work we often play ball-fetch and get lots of personal attention.

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David A.

Vancouver, WA

5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews