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Julia V.

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Julia can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only

Julia can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I am available to do boarding in my home and overnight care in the client's home. The only time I am not with your pet is to run errands, rarely more than two hours at a time. Doggie Day Care rate is for 6 hours. Additional time is billed in 30 minute increments at the rate of $6 per 30 minutes. The clock starts at the earliest listed time for drop off and ends at the latest listed time for pick up. Example: Client lists a drop off time between 9am - 11am. The day care clock starts at 9am.

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About Julia V.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

35 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a dog friendly home with a large fenced back yard. Dogs have access to the back yard at all times. For overnights the dogs sleep in their dog beds anywhere in the house that they are comfortable. Otherwise I follow the dogs regular routine. In the client's home I follow the dogs regular sleep, wake, feeding, exercise and play routine.

Home

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

Information Julia V. would like to know about your pet

Does your pet experience anxiety? Scared of loud noises? Bark? Afraid of other dogs (larger, smaller, certain breeds)? Reactive to bicycles or skateboards? Try to escape from unfamiliar surroundings? Mark with urine or poo? Wear a harness or gentle leader to mitigate pulling? Does your pet have good recall? Can it be let off leash at the beach. Can it go to dog parks?

A typical day

Neighborhood walks, trips to the beach, fetch or frisbee, toy play, dog park (if appropriate), stimulating games like hide and seek, practicing commands and reinforcing training.

Location

Santa Cruz, CA

Julia V.'s Neighborhood

Dogs are Awesome

Pet care experience

I have had the privilege of caring for puppy dogs and senior dogs, little dogs and extra large dogs, mutts and pure breeds. I've cared for puppies who are not potty trained; a Newfoundland with bad hips; a German Shorthair Pointer who loved to fetch at the beach for hours and hours; a 20 lb terrier with separation issues; high energy Spaniels who camped out in the kitchen with hopes of treats; an otherwise perfect 70lb mutt who turned out to be a muffin thief; a senior Aussie with dementia and digestive issues; my senior pup with a bad back, partially deaf and diminished vision and many more characters who have taken up residence in my heart. I am experienced administering medication, changing diapers, cleaning up poo, preparing special diets, taking long walks or short; brushing and nail trimming (dog willing); playing fetch; snuggling and petting, baking healthy homemade treats.

Cat care experience

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Purring is catnip for humans

Julia also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Jack M.
Boarding • Mar 09, 2026
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Julia was fantastic! Easy to work with, super great at sending updates and Maple had a great time.

Jenn
Doggy Day Care • Jan 22, 2026
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Julia was very prompt when I contacted her on the day I urgently needed help for my dog. She was incredibly kind, compassionate, and truly took great care of my furbaby as if it were her own. She was attentive, gentle, and made sure my dog felt safe and comfortable the entire time. Her professionalism and genuine love for animals really showed, and it gave me so much peace of mind. I’m happy to know that I have someone I can truly rely on whenever we are in town. I am truly grateful for her help and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone trustworthy and caring.

Sierra M.
Boarding • Dec 28, 2025
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Julia took such good care of our dog while we were away. Luna appreciated the beach walks :)

Caleb Sander M.
Boarding • Dec 27, 2025
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Julia did a great job sitting for our older dog. She paid careful attention to our care instructions and kept in great communication throughout the stay.

About Julia V.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

35 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a dog friendly home with a large fenced back yard. Dogs have access to the back yard at all times. For overnights the dogs sleep in their dog beds anywhere in the house that they are comfortable. Otherwise I follow the dogs regular routine. In the client's home I follow the dogs regular sleep, wake, feeding, exercise and play routine.

Home

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

Information Julia V. would like to know about your pet

Does your pet experience anxiety? Scared of loud noises? Bark? Afraid of other dogs (larger, smaller, certain breeds)? Reactive to bicycles or skateboards? Try to escape from unfamiliar surroundings? Mark with urine or poo? Wear a harness or gentle leader to mitigate pulling? Does your pet have good recall? Can it be let off leash at the beach. Can it go to dog parks?

A typical day

Neighborhood walks, trips to the beach, fetch or frisbee, toy play, dog park (if appropriate), stimulating games like hide and seek, practicing commands and reinforcing training.

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Julia V.

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews