Doggy Day Care in Monte Rio

“Leslie was great, very flexible and communicative. She sent pictures which I really appreciated. She made Dottie feel right at home and has a beautiful yard for her to explore!”

Katie R.

“Angelina is a wonderful dog sitter. She is friendly, communicative, and flexible. We appreciated her offering to let us see her home before we left Smudge with her. We absolutely would request her assistance in the future!”

Dylan S.

“Veronica was fantastic! It literally looked like my pup was smiling in all of the update photos she sent me. She was so good about keeping in contact throughout the day. I’ll definitely reach out to her again in the future ?”

Loren M.

“Christina took great care of my young, energetic Lab. She checked in with progress reports through the day, and sent photos of my pup playing and being his normal & happy self. Definitely highly recommend!”

Carol L.

About: Walks through Armstrong Redwoods are a favorite activity. I have a large yard and a dog friendly house. I have a couple of years experience working in a veterinary clinic giving me experience medicating animals, including giving injections. I have a pool for dogs who love to swim! I was a volunteer and puppy raiser for Canine Companions for Independence back in the mid to late 1980's, and a Puppy Petter for Assistance Dog Institute in the early 2000's. I've also kept busy with boarding in my home for friends and acquaintances. I love dogs!! I have Sundays and Mondays off from my full time job, but I can fit in a nice walk after 4 pm most other days. When I have someone's dog, they get my full attention; we play, exercise, snuggle. My focus is providing an enriching experience for your dog .

“Jeanne’s wonderful! She’s so lovely, calm, friendly, and warm. Jeanne’s home and garden are a paradise oasis of fun for humans and animals alike. Our dog loved her dogs, and they romped and played together. Jeanne also treated our pup to a walk through her beautiful, peaceful, safe neighborhood. We look forward to bringing our dog to visit Jeanne anytime.”

Terri H.

“Bernadette was wonderful with my rescue puppy Isabel!! It was her first time being left with someone, and I felt calm and confident knowing she was in Bernadette’s care. Bernadette clearly knows so much about animals and was very kind, understanding, and knowledgeable about Isabel’s communication and needs. I highly recommend Bernadette!!”

Billie S.

“David is takes great care of my doggie. My doggie loves spending the day playing and exploring at David’s ranch!”

Caroline D.

About: I have been taking care of My family and neighbor's pets since I was 16. I feed them and walk them. I clean up after them. I also gave them love. I try to work every chance I get to I am going to college part time , but I have a lot of free time. I have a big yard with lots of room for the dog to run around on and I have a dog that friendly to other dogs

“Very friendly and flexible. Our dog was anxious initially but Tesse made her feel comfortable and within 30min we got a great photo of our napping, relaxed dog.”

Stephen H.

“My pug LOVES spending time at Lauren and Ben’s house playing with all the dogs or just lounging on the floor. When we arrive, he tugs hard on his leash to get inside. It’s wonderful to know that when he’s away from home, he’s safe and happy in their care.”

Maureen H.

About: I love all animals, especially dogs. I'm a very active person so walking a lot is no issue for me. I enjoy hiking with dogs. I’ve worked in many dog shelters taking care of dogs of all different ages. I have also been a dog walker/sitter with rover and wag for about 6 years now. With me your puppers are in good hands :) I am working on a farm from 8-4 M-Th so weekends are more ideal. I like to take pups out first thing in the morning for a little stroll and on weekends I usually spend more time relaxing at home. I’m always checking in on them and giving them love whether that looks like playing with them or giving them a cuddle. I also check the water bowl multiple times a day to make sure they are hydrated. I try to have regular feeding times as well.

“Lovely person, so great with my dog, super trustworthy, can’t recommend her enough!”

Ruth S.

“Natalie did a great job taking care of our 4month old, high energy Aussie puppy! He came home and passed out for the rest of the night. 😁 Will rebook again”

Lexi M.

“Darina & Blake helped me with last minute doggy day care for my special rescue dog who currently has separation anxiety. They work from home which is puuurfect for pets who can't be left alone. Their wonderful home seems to be a good place for dogs, surrounded by natural forest beauty for sniff walks. I recommend them to help you and your fur babies!”

Johanna R.

“Brandi and Jason were awesome with first-timer Shadow. He was a little nervous at first, but they made him feel safe and comfortable and he settled in quickly. Brandi sent us photos throughout the day and it was obvious Shadow was enjoying himself. He’s going back there again soon and will have an extended stay later this summer.”

Jan A.

“Sarah was great! Sent tons of photos and updates about my pup’s day and activities. I felt very comfortable having him stay with her.”

Jillian M.

About: I’ve been tending to my own as well as the neighborhood pets since I was a little one myself. I adore and speak fluent animal, whether reinforcing your training techniques or teaching some of my own. I manage both junior and senior pets and am very responsive to both emotional and physical needs. I would be honored to spend time with your animal/s! I also love working with people and have coaching clients at my home. My dog is an emotional support animal and I have other known pets here sometimes during sessions. It seems to work out well for everyone! I only work part time so off hours are plentiful and available as well, and it depends on the weekend but I’m often available. Let me know your needs and I’ll probably be able to make it work. Animals are my priority! My yard is fenced and I have a wonderful and friendly 30 pound dog who loves to play. I’m also happy to travel to your home if needed. My living room has become a romping and napping room!

About: Decades of dog care and training. Cats. Reptiles, aquatics are welcome. I have worked in wildlife rescue as well as in animal foster care. Please message for any questions! Here to help our furry friends. I work from home and usually run once a day. If your pet needs energy, i have it! If your love bug bug needs cuddles, I got ‘em!. I have small fenced yard with a larger fenced garden they can be walked to daily. Must get along with other dogs/animals. I work from home so they will have a lot of love and attention.

About: Hello! I am a lifelong dog owner and sitter, lucky enough to have cared for dogs for over 30 years. Dogs bring so much joy to my life! I will be so happy to spoil your dog with my love and care. I am a mindfulness meditation and yoga teacher, and I will practice compassionate presence with your pet to make sure they feel cared for and comfortable. I am a gentle, loving, attentive dog sitter, walker and boarder, and your pets unique needs will always be well attended to. You can be assured that your pet is getting the absolute best care with me, just as you'd give them. I have experience with many ages and breeds of dogs and have taken many dog care & training courses. I am extremely reliable, so you will never have to worry about a thing, no matter how particular the needs of your pet. I can't wait to meet you and your favorite animal! You can trust that I will care for your dog as if she or he were my very own precious pet. With love, Angela I am a stay at home freelancer, so your dog will always have company, and I'll be able to attend to them fully and completely. Whether your dog likes constant attention and cuddles, or lots of activity and play, or quiet spaces to be left undisturbed, I will make sure your sweetie gets what they need. My house: We lots of space and many cozy sleeping surfaces so your dog can find the perfect spot to relax, snooze, or socialize. And they're welcome to make themself cozy anywhere they like - on the couch or bed, or if you'd rather they don't get accustomed to jumping on furniture, I have plenty of cozy dogs beds for them to snuggle up in. I don't board large dogs, so you don't have to worry that your dog will be in the company of an animal that might intimidate them. I have a huge, safe, fenced-in yard that they'll have access to all day long. Your house: I know it can be hard to leave your home and pets in the care of someone else. You can trust that I will take as much care of your home & dogs as I do with my own (and that's a lot!!). I'm an extremely conscientious sitter and l'll make sure everything is as tidy (or more so) than when you left. I will respect your privacy and your belongings. I'm also a plant person and would be glad to care for your gardens and houseplants. You can rest assured that everything will be well taken care of and secure. I'll send you daily photos & videos so you can see for yourself.