Karthik & Xiao S.
Karthik & Xiao S.
Highlights
Pet care experience
WFH fam, fenced yard & playful pups
We are a husband and wife team, and we both work full-time from home, your pup will rarely be left alone. We have extensive experience raising dogs of vastly different personalities and sizes under one roof. We own Sammy, a small Pomeranian Poodle mix, and Kylo Ren, a large Lab/Great Pyrenees gentle giant. Because we live with both a toy breed and a giant breed, we are comfortable handling dogs of any size. We also have a 4-year-old daughter who has grown up with animals; she is incredibly gentle, respectful, and knows how to give dogs their space, making our home a warm, family-friendly environment.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Karthik and Xiao are absolutely the best. They went above and beyond for our Elsa who is very shy and picky eater, they made sure she ate well and shared daily updates and lots of pictures. They were very flexible with drop offs and pickups which was really helpful. All in all we definitely are going to board with them again and i highly recommend them.
amazing experience. He took such great care of Luka and went above and beyond the entire time. He sent tons of pictures and updates, which made it really easy to relax knowing Luka was happy and in great hands. He was also incredibly accommodating and flexible with pickup when my travel schedule changed. You can tell he genuinely cares about the dogs he watches. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience and will absolutely book with him again. Highly recommend!
They are amazing with Nova!
Leaving our Vinny here with Karthik & Xiao was a 10/10 experience! Our dog loved their big yard and all of their other pups 💖 we also got TONS of photos which made being away so much easier 🫶🏻 we had so much peace of mind leaving our dog here with them and will absolutely be back!
Karthik and Xiao were wonderful with our sweet girl Penny! They sent daily photos and messages throughout her stay with them ! Their home is perfect for keeping dogs safe and well loved ! I know Penny was given lots of love and pets during her stay !!
Whole experience was perfect and top tier, from start to finish, including a whole album of amazing photos of our girl having the best time!
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Schedule
We are a husband and wife team, and we both work full-time from home. This allows us to fit pet care seamlessly into our daily routine. Because we are home all day, your dog receives constant companionship and potty breaks every 2–4 hours to keep them active. In the evenings, work stops and family time begins. Your dog will hang out with us for cuddles and relaxation. We have a huge yard for fetch, but we are also happy to incorporate brief neighborhood walks if that is what your dog prefers.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
Safety is our top priority. We have a fully fenced yard where dogs can run freely, but we are weather-aware; if it gets cold or uncomfortable, everyone comes back inside to get cozy immediately. Your dog will have two built-in best friends here: Sammy (our Pomapoo) is the 'queen bee' who loves to hang by my side, while Kylo Ren (our Pyrenees/Lab) is the playful social butterfly who loves having a running mate. We have a curious but calm 4-year-old daughter who is dog-savvy and gentle. We believe in active supervision and ensure interactions between dogs and children are always monitored to keep everyone safe. We also send daily photos and videos so you can see exactly how much fun your pup is having!
Pets
A typical day
Your dog will never be bored here! Since we have a large, fenced-in yard, the main event is plenty of outdoor time playing fetch and running around. If you are comfortable with it, I am happy to drive them to the local dog park for a change of scenery, or we can stick to sniff-walks around our quiet neighborhood. Inside, the fun continues with our two dogs. Kylo (our Lab/Great Pyrenees mix) is essentially a built-in playmate who will keep your dog entertained, while Sammy ensures everyone stays in line. Whether your dog loves high-energy wrestling or just hanging out in the yard, they will fit right in.
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsDogs over 1 year oldSpayed and neutered dogs onlyNo females in heatCrate-trained dogs onlyKarthik & Xiao can host up to 5 pets per night
- To ensure your pet feels right at home, please share their typical daily routine - including feeding habits, sleeping arrangements, and potty schedule. It is also helpful to know how they interact with children and other dogs, along with any dietary restrictions or special quirks we should be aware of to make their stay perfect!