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Stephen Matzke &.

Studio City, Los Angeles, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
138 reviews
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These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Services

Stephen Matzke can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Stephen Matzke can care for

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Available
Not available
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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Stephen Matzke &.

Communication

63 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Stephen Matzke &. would like to know about your pet

Based on past experience and the space I have to work with, dogs under the age of 1year, overly energetic or aggressive pups, or fur friends with separation anxiety are not usually a good fit. Also, let me know if your dog requires any special care I’ve not addressed here such as administering of medication or any other caveats.

A typical day

We’d start the morning off with walk and a meal, have some down time in the afternoon before walk number two, which might include a trip to the park or dog park. Then more down time before dinner and a before-bed walk.

Location

Los Angeles, CA

Stephen Matzke &.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Spoiled Rotten Pets

Pet care experience

Thanks for stopping by! Stephen and Dave here. We are avid lovers of dogs, and we would love to take care of yours! Since we are both writers and creators, we work from home and have a flexible schedule in order to care for extra houseguests on a regular basis. We are pretty easygoing; We’ll customize your dog's boarding experience and walks to suit your needs, whether that includes additional exercise, administering medication, or really most any circumstance that might be considered unique. Let's set up a meet and greet! All dogs are free to roam the space as they please; We have dog beds, though most owners bring their own. If they’re people dogs, they’re in for lots of cuddles and affection. We let the animals tell us what they need. Caring for your four-legged friends fits right into our routine, as working from home creates the freedom to always be at their beck and call. Dogs are fed and walked to their individual owners specifications. All my visiting friends are allowed on the furniture for maximum snuggles. We do not board aggressive or overly anxious dogs, so your pup will be safe. I do regular meet and greets with new K9 clients to assure a good fit.

Reviews

Justin H.
Boarding • Jul 17, 2026
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5/5 Stars! I cannot recommend them enough. My dog suffers from severe separation anxiety and has a history of depression and not eating when left alone. Because of this, no one else has ever watched her before.They completely changed that. My dog absolutely fell in love with them. I received daily updates and photos that gave me total peace of mind—something I’ve never felt before while away. For the first time in my life, I felt 100% safe leaving her. She came home incredibly relaxed, happy, and in the best mood I have ever seen. They are true pup whisperers AND just very nice people 💛

Jennifer S.
Boarding • Jul 05, 2026
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I found my new boarder for my girls. My former boarder was flaky couldn’t fulfill my dates so I turned to Stephen and David and couldn’t be happier. I went on vacation with not a worry on how they were doing back home. I got many updates and pictures and picked up two very content dogs.

Dani B.
Doggy Day Care • May 19, 2026
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Stephen and David were absolute angels to our boy! We got so many pictures and videos and just could tell how comfortable Finn was! He was parkouring all over their place & not once did I feel a sense of judgement or annoyance from his crazy playing 😂 they loved on him and told us how sweet he was (which we always love!!) and are just so grateful for them! Will ABSOLUTELY be booking with them again if they’ll have him :) thank you guys so so much!!!

Vivian C.
Boarding • May 15, 2026
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I can’t say enough good things about these guys, they give my furbaby girl the royal treatment as if she was their own pup, they take care of her even when she might be under the weather and has to take meds which thank God is not very often. I will drive 2.5 hours to leave her with them, what can I say? A great sitter is hard to find and here you get two for the price of one! Will always recommend!

About Stephen Matzke &.

Communication

63 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Stephen Matzke &. would like to know about your pet

Based on past experience and the space I have to work with, dogs under the age of 1year, overly energetic or aggressive pups, or fur friends with separation anxiety are not usually a good fit. Also, let me know if your dog requires any special care I’ve not addressed here such as administering of medication or any other caveats.

A typical day

We’d start the morning off with walk and a meal, have some down time in the afternoon before walk number two, which might include a trip to the park or dog park. Then more down time before dinner and a before-bed walk.

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Stephen Matzke &.

Studio City, Los Angeles, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
138 reviews