Felix L.
Ballard, SEATTLE, WA
Services
Felix can host
Felix can care for
Availability
Pet care fits pretty naturally into my daily routine. Dogs here get lots of attention, outdoor time, backyard breaks, play, naps, and relaxed company throughout the day instead of being left alone for long stretches. I’ve almost always had multiple dogs, so different personalities, energy levels, and routines feel pretty normal to me at this point. I do occasionally step out briefly for errands or appointments, so dogs staying here should be comfortable with short periods alone when needed (generally around 30 minutes to 1 hour max). Weekends around here are usually pretty relaxed — backyard time, toy play, projects around the house, and eventually everybody crashing somewhere around the dog suite afterward.
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About Felix L.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
I keep things calm, structured, and low-volume both in my home and when caring for pets in a client’s home. At home, I have a fully fenced backyard with direct outdoor access, high-drainage pet turf, and pavers to help keep things clean, safe, and low-mud. Dogs get supervised outdoor time, backyard play, potty breaks, naps, toy play, and their own clean crate setup for downtime when needed. I pay close attention to introductions, body language, energy levels, and overall group compatibility instead of just throwing dogs together and hoping for the best. I currently cap: - daycare at 3 dogs - boarding at 2 dogs For drop-ins and walks, I’m very respectful of people’s homes, routines, and instructions. I’m a homeowner myself, so I take trust, communication, home access, and safety very seriously. My overall approach is attentive, communicative, and low-chaos for both pets and owners.
Home
Information Felix L. would like to know about your pet
A few helpful things I like to know ahead of time so I can make sure it’s a good fit for everyone: - Is your dog house trained and generally good indoors? - Are they crate trained? - How do they do around other dogs and shared spaces? - Any major anxieties, triggers, medical needs, or routines I should know about? - What’s their normal energy level like day to day? - Any commands or cues they already know? I like keeping consistency with structure and communication while they’re here. For boarding/daycare dogs, I’m generally the best fit for dogs that can settle into a calmer home-style environment and aren’t looking for an all-day chaos wrestling convention :) For cat drop-ins, just let me know feeding routines, litter setup, medications (if any), and whether your cat is social, shy, or prefers to pretend I don’t exist for the first 20 minutes.
A typical day
A typical day here usually includes a mix of backyard play, toy play, sniff sessions, lounging in the sun, naps, and relaxed company throughout the day. Depending on the dog, activities might include: - fetch or toy play - backyard zoomies - tug sessions - sniff enrichment - basic command reinforcement - lounging outside in the sun - calm decompress time indoors Mabel loves having dog friends around for backyard play, neighborhood squirrel surveillance, and eventually passing out somewhere dramatic afterward. Some dogs want more activity, others mostly want a calm place to settle and hang out nearby while I work on projects around the house. I try to adjust to each dog’s personality and energy level instead of forcing every dog into the same routine.
Location
SEATTLE, WA
Pets
Felix L. has Star Sitter status
The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.
Ballard Walks, Drop-Ins, VIP stays
Pet care experience
I've raised and trained 3 champion bloodline boxers from puppyhood through every life stage, so I'm very comfortable with high-energy dogs, giant personalities, structured routines, and the occasional stubborn streak. Today I split my time between consulting work and pet care. One unexpected benefit of leaving the traditional corporate tech grind is that I finally have the flexibility to spend more time doing something I've genuinely enjoyed for years—working with dogs. These days I provide structured walks, drop-in visits, daycare, and boarding throughout Ballard. I also care for pets on another pet care platform, where I've worked with everything from energetic puppies and adolescent chaos agents to shy dogs, seniors, and dogs who need a little extra time to build trust. After years of calendars, conference calls, forecasts, and executive meetings, I've discovered I much prefer helping a nervous dog gain confidence on a walk or convincing a puppy that the mystery object they found on the sidewalk is not, in fact, a snack. The dogs are usually easier to negotiate with. Through the canine grapevine, I've also learned that my official title is apparently "The Liver Treat PEZ Dispenser." I've also spent plenty of time on the owner side of pet care. Between work travel, conferences, and long weekends away, I've personally used kennels, daycare facilities, walkers, and sitters. A lot of what I do today comes from building the kind of reliable, communicative pet care experience I always wished I had available for my own dog. My boxer Mabel serves as the unofficial Director of Backyard Operations. Her duties include squirrel surveillance, neighborhood patrol, welcoming dog friends, and eventually collapsing somewhere dramatic after a hard day of absolutely nothing. I know trusting someone new with your pet can feel stressful. My goal is simple: provide calm, structured, reliable care with plenty of communication, photos, and updates along the way so you can feel confident your dog is safe, understood, and having a great time.
Reviews
Felix gave regular detailed updates about Monty’s stay with him! He made sure Monty had everything he needed and sent pictures of his days. I appreciated the dedication!
Felix was awesome, Lizard had a great time! Enjoyed the detailed updates and appreciated his fostering of a great dog space.
Felix is definitely the best! He’s a true professional when it comes to dogs and really understands their behavior and needs at every stage of life. My baby girl, Yuna, is still a puppy and definitely requires extra attention, but Felix did an amazing job with her. I truly think she had so much fun spending time with Mabel and the other dogs. Sometimes I felt like she didn’t even want to come back home! 😊 He sent the best pictures, detailed Rover cards, and thorough updates about how her day went, which gave me so much peace of mind. If you’re looking for a trustworthy, knowledgeable, and caring dog daycare provider, I highly recommend choosing Felix. Yuna and I couldn’t be happier with the experience! 🐶
Extremely professional, caring, and had great communication and feedback. Thank you!
About Felix L.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
I keep things calm, structured, and low-volume both in my home and when caring for pets in a client’s home. At home, I have a fully fenced backyard with direct outdoor access, high-drainage pet turf, and pavers to help keep things clean, safe, and low-mud. Dogs get supervised outdoor time, backyard play, potty breaks, naps, toy play, and their own clean crate setup for downtime when needed. I pay close attention to introductions, body language, energy levels, and overall group compatibility instead of just throwing dogs together and hoping for the best. I currently cap: - daycare at 3 dogs - boarding at 2 dogs For drop-ins and walks, I’m very respectful of people’s homes, routines, and instructions. I’m a homeowner myself, so I take trust, communication, home access, and safety very seriously. My overall approach is attentive, communicative, and low-chaos for both pets and owners.
Home
Information Felix L. would like to know about your pet
A few helpful things I like to know ahead of time so I can make sure it’s a good fit for everyone: - Is your dog house trained and generally good indoors? - Are they crate trained? - How do they do around other dogs and shared spaces? - Any major anxieties, triggers, medical needs, or routines I should know about? - What’s their normal energy level like day to day? - Any commands or cues they already know? I like keeping consistency with structure and communication while they’re here. For boarding/daycare dogs, I’m generally the best fit for dogs that can settle into a calmer home-style environment and aren’t looking for an all-day chaos wrestling convention :) For cat drop-ins, just let me know feeding routines, litter setup, medications (if any), and whether your cat is social, shy, or prefers to pretend I don’t exist for the first 20 minutes.
A typical day
A typical day here usually includes a mix of backyard play, toy play, sniff sessions, lounging in the sun, naps, and relaxed company throughout the day. Depending on the dog, activities might include: - fetch or toy play - backyard zoomies - tug sessions - sniff enrichment - basic command reinforcement - lounging outside in the sun - calm decompress time indoors Mabel loves having dog friends around for backyard play, neighborhood squirrel surveillance, and eventually passing out somewhere dramatic afterward. Some dogs want more activity, others mostly want a calm place to settle and hang out nearby while I work on projects around the house. I try to adjust to each dog’s personality and energy level instead of forcing every dog into the same routine.
Felix L.
Ballard, SEATTLE, WA