Doggy Day Care in Rio Del Mar

“Sandy really loved her time with Denise and Quarky. She tried to run back into Denise's house as we were putting her in the car, so we'll definitely have to book again, the next time we're in Santa Cruz. Denise was easy to communicate with and drop-off/pick-up was a breeze.”

Amanda Z.

“We can't thank you enough, Yajaira, for watching our fur baby. Thank you for being responsive and for sending pictures of Koda throughout his stay. He had a blast.”

Gaye C.

“Jenna was able to take in my dog last minute, you can really tell she loves dogs. She updated me and sent pictures of my girl while she was staying with them! I would definitely recommend and would book again. ❤️”

Jackelyne E.

“We were visiting the area and wanted to take a day trip to hike at Pinnacles National Park. Nancy and her husband were wonderful and took great care of our mini schnauzer while we spent the day hiking.”

Jill S.

“Keren is thorough and professional with her service! Upon meeting my lab she took her through simple steps to acclimate and make her feel comfortable in her surroundings! She asked lots of questions and made sure she had all the information needed to make my puppy and me feel welcome and less stress for the first time! When I picked up my puppy she was happy and had bonded with Keren and her children! My pup was tired and slept all the way home and throughout the evening! I would highly recommend Keren and plan on using her service if we go on vacation! I wouldn’t worry about my sweet lab while she is in Keren’s hands!!”

Rhonda M.

“We are so thankful to have found Marina to take both of our doggies for the day on our recent trip to Santa Cruz. She was responsive and communicative before and during their stay. Our dogs got a lot of activity, love, and attention. We got pictures and updates that made us feel comfortable about their care. Thank you so much Marina!”

Brenda A.

“Nieves is such a nice person! Our dog Buddy doesn’t usually warm up to people very quickly, but he was best buds with Nieves from the get go. She and her grandkids got along with Buddy like Mac and cheese. We really appreciated her taking him for the day so that we could go for a long mountain bike ride. We highly recommend her to any dog parent! She’s fantastic!”

Joanna G.

“Carlie was so amazing and responsive after we had many changes up to the point of our booking. (Sorry Carlie!) She was so sweet with donut and we appreciated the pictures and care she took to assure us that she would have a great time. We sincerely appreciated Carlie’s flexibility and kindness - would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for services in the area!”

Tina T.

“Karen has kept my newly adopted shelter terrier dog numerous times and I can’t say enough for her care for him. He was reticent at first without me, but after the very first visit, anytime we drive near her street he starts jumping all over the car to get out to see her. She gives him lots of exercise and love, and herself is a very warm and likeable person. I recommend her highly.”

Anita W.

“Dave and Shannon kept me updated with messages and photos, I will definitely use them again. They took great care of our dogs”

Sandra T.

About: I am attending school at UCSC for legal studies and have a robust knowledge of dog parks, dog-friendly beaches and trails from Santa Cruz to the City! If you’d like to socialise your dog, you’re in luck because I have a 10-month-old baby 🐾 of my own. We have tons of doggo friends for your pooch to meet if you choose, and no matter what, your dog is getting top-tier handling and care when you trust working with me! If there are behaviours you’d like to work on or would like me to be aware of, please do not hesitate to reach out, and we can discuss them further. I am available for full time pet care and when school resumes come the New Year, I will be available part time + still available to board if needed. There has not been an hour where I have not been in the company of 1 or more dogs since June 2024 I have a fenced yard for the dogs to go potty and run uninhibited. I have a small scale toy operation which means the dogs will have plenty to keep them occupied and if he/she would like to go home with their favourites, we can arrange for that too. I am capable of pickup and drop off as well as supervised visits to the park, creeks, the beach, trails, etc.

“Lauren was a great sitter and took great care of my boy! She sent me updates throughout the day and I could tell he was a happy dog. Highly recommend!”

Jacqueline K.

“Thanks Kayla. As always you have made my Velcro dog comfortable in your home without me. It’s a great comfort to know she is happy and relaxed with you.”

Mary P.

“Yu took amazing care of Cleo as if she were her own! She sent me regular updates and took her to the park to play fetch and on walks. Cleo was very tired and happy when I picked her up!”

Rebecca R.

“Thank you Shane and your wife for watching my dog on such short notice . I hope you enjoyed her company. And thank you for responding so quickly. Lola seemed very comfy and happy with you guys ! Thanks so much !”

Rosa D.

“Jacob and Leilani had a fun day. He’s a sweet, intelligent guy that has great tips and calm energy. I feel that’s exactly what she needed was that perfect match! I was so glad to find Jacob and that he was available within a day. That is a rarity! He had Leilani run as much as she wanted. She’s super happy! Thanks Rover and Jacob! Leilani’s Dad”

Vito S.

“Nohemi was great with my dog! Gave me total peace of mind while I took the kids to the boardwalk for the day. My dog was very happy with her. Highly recommend.”

Taryn H.

About: Offering beach walks, customized care, regular updates with photos, flexible scheduling, and loving attention. Ensuring your dog's safe, fun seaside adventure with peace of mind. Pet care fits seamlessly into my daily routine as a stay-at-home mom with a flexible work-from-home schedule. This allows me to easily integrate walks, feeding, and playtime into my day. My experience with pets' specific needs means I'm always available to provide attentive and customized care whenever necessary. I create a secure environment by pet-proofing, using safe toys, maintaining cleanliness, securing windows, and ensuring proper ventilation, all while providing a designated safe space.

“Debra was very attentive and had the utmost respect when watching over our pups. Everything in her profile lives up to She was very responsive since we didn’t give her a definitive time when we were going to drop the pups off and was very flexible and accommodating. I will definitely use her when I return to Morro Bay and highly recommend her to anyone who needs babysitting. She constantly updated us with Picts and she has a huge backyard that allowed them to run around.”

Michael N.

About: I have had a love and passion for all animals since I could walk. I have spent years fostering animals through several rescue organizations and the happiness of my dog and cat is the center of my life. My dog is my best friend and we do almost everything together. I will treat your dog as if he/she were my own. I am currently working part time and making my own schedule which means that I have a lot of flexibility. I can drop in at a moments notice. I have a large, fenced yard and a friendly, playful Labrador. I have the ability to separate or crate animals if needed, but I always keep a close eye on my pets and will do the same for yours.