Paige S.
Kalamazoo, MI
A fenced in acre & spacious kennel
Pet care experience
My name is Paige and I'm pretty much a full time dog lover. I have been walking dogs since I was 13. I am currently working at a local dog daycare where I have been employed since February 2017. I also work at a local boarding kennel and am a dog trainer there. I’ve worked there since January 2022. My dogs and I compete in dog sports (dock diving, disc, etc) as much as we can! I have even gotten some clients into it. I went to college for a year in Florida (Lynn University) and studied biology, taking part in their animal welfare club and the zoological society. I have my associate in arts from Kalamazoo Valley Community College. I have a certificate in Dog Emotion and Cognition from Duke University. I also have a certificate of attendance for a canine fitness workshop hosted by Elite K9/Northeast K9/Colorado State University Pueblo. I hope to own my own dog daycare/boarding center in the future! My schedule varies throughout the week as I work two part-time jobs and teach training classes. Please reach out to me about my schedule to accommodate pick up/drop off. I have 6 personal dogs, so safety is first and foremost for me. I frequently have at least two client dogs staying with me. I utilize crates, baby gates, and x-pens to ensure safety. We live on an acre and it is completely fenced in. If you are looking for a place to board your pup, but want a more intimate and home-like setting, look no further! Rest assured that your dog will be physically and mentally stimulated daily. Dogs are kept in 4’ x 4.5’ x 4.5’ runs with access to water. All runs include stall mats and/or Kuranda dog beds (cots)- which are great for the older guys and gals! Your dog will be let out at least 3x daily for a minimum of 30 minutes each time for potty breaks. Several hours are spent outside daily for group play if your dog tolerates it. Yard time includes anything and everything your pet loves to do: sniffing, exploring, fetch, pool time, basking in the sun, and playing with other pups (if they are ok with others!). Benebones are included with each run! Blankets/beds/toys are welcomed if your dog is not a chewer or shredder. Otherwise I provide dog-safe bedding. When dogs are not playing, they are resting in their 4.5 x 4.5ft x 4.5ft kennels with comfy raised cot beds (stall mats also available). Due to the large amount of dogs I have here (including my own), this is crucial for their safety and provides structure for all.
Reviews
Best experience! This was our first time using Rover and it couldn't have gone better. Our dogs are our children and we are overly cautious when it comes to leaving them with anyone. Paige gave me an instant good feeling. She is highly experienced, educated, and caring. She sent pictures & updates which was so comforting. Mabel, reluctantly, came home wiped out and is listening better, win win!
Paige has a nice big property and clearly has a lot of experience taking care of dogs. Very accommodating and good communication. Would definitely book again!
This was Bella’s second time with Paige, and won’t be her last! Paige is so great with dogs and send pictures/ videos daily. Bella came home happy and tired, which is all I can ask for!
Paige was awesome! I got daily updates on her playing. Communication was great. Miggy seemed to really enjoy herself and all her other doggies:)
About Paige S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Quieter than a boarding kennel!!! And daycare included! Dogs are kept in spacious kennel runs with their very own comfy beds (personal stuff encouraged if not a shredder!) if they are not outside running around being crazy dogs. My yard is completely fenced.
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Information Paige S. would like to know about your pet
Due to the amount of time it takes for a meet and greet, I am no longer offering meet & greets. My time with the dogs is precious time. Video chat may be available. Please see photos for photos of my yard and kennel area. It is important that your dog will be fine in a spacious kennel run a good portion of the day. Outdoor time is ample. Structure is super valuable around here! Let me know if your dog does/does not get along with other dogs. Special arrangements can be made. PLEASE NO HUMAN AGGRESSIVE DOGS. If I cannot handle your dog by its collar, I’m happy to help you find another sitter.
A typical day
Dogs are kept in spacious, quiet, and cozy runs throughout the day when we are not playing outside. I do a minimum of 30 minutes, 3x a day, but usually more when the weather is nice. There will be lots of pools to splash in, toys to play with, a huge sand pit to dig in and lots of other dogs to wrestle with (if your dog is tolerant of others!). Tetherball and other fun toys will be added and we’re excited.
Services
Paige can host
Paige can watch in your home
Availability
I currently work split shifts between the daycare, boarding & training, which allows me to be home at random hours of the day to let dogs out.
About Paige S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Quieter than a boarding kennel!!! And daycare included! Dogs are kept in spacious kennel runs with their very own comfy beds (personal stuff encouraged if not a shredder!) if they are not outside running around being crazy dogs. My yard is completely fenced.
Home
Information Paige S. would like to know about your pet
Due to the amount of time it takes for a meet and greet, I am no longer offering meet & greets. My time with the dogs is precious time. Video chat may be available. Please see photos for photos of my yard and kennel area. It is important that your dog will be fine in a spacious kennel run a good portion of the day. Outdoor time is ample. Structure is super valuable around here! Let me know if your dog does/does not get along with other dogs. Special arrangements can be made. PLEASE NO HUMAN AGGRESSIVE DOGS. If I cannot handle your dog by its collar, I’m happy to help you find another sitter.
A typical day
Dogs are kept in spacious, quiet, and cozy runs throughout the day when we are not playing outside. I do a minimum of 30 minutes, 3x a day, but usually more when the weather is nice. There will be lots of pools to splash in, toys to play with, a huge sand pit to dig in and lots of other dogs to wrestle with (if your dog is tolerant of others!). Tetherball and other fun toys will be added and we’re excited.
Location
Kalamazoo, MI
Pets
Paige S.
Kalamazoo, MI