Dog Boarding in Sanford

I am a 28 year old stay at home mom with a flexible schedule to help make it easy to take care of your pup! I have been a dog owner my whole life and know the love, energy and attention they need. I have a huge fenced in back yard and love to play. I am willing to work the best I can with you and help with any special accommodations needed. I pay special attention to details and anything your dog needs they can rely on me! I look forward to taking care of your pet and no need to worry they will be in the best of hands. I’ll make the hard and sad feeling of leaving your pet easy and stress free! Consider this your pups mini vacation :)

Plenty of room and lots of Love !

Our mission is to provide a safe and comfortable retreat for your pets so you can enjoy a relaxed trip without the stress of worrying about them. We will keep your pets entertained and send you photo updates to show you how well they have adapted to their new surroundings.

Larry and I have both owned and cared for dogs all of our lives. Misty Bluz is our current pampered pet. She is a 30 pound , 8 year old ShihPoo, who loves people and dogs.

We are conveniently located right off of I-4 just north of all the theme parks. Treat your pets to the ride and drop them off with us where they will enjoy your trip as much as you do.

Our one story home is heated, air conditioned and pet proof, with a large fenced in backyard. There is plenty of shade and lots to explore.

We are both retired so at least one of us will usually be home to supervise and entertain your pet. We will take them for walks around our quiet neighborhood and for car rides to pet friendly places. We will supervise them while they explore our fenced backyard and try to mimic their schedule as closely as possible. They will be glad to see you when you return and very happy when you bring them back for another stay.

We understand extenuating or emergency circumstances occur. We are very flexible so please feel free to contact us to discuss your needs. Our primary concern is for the well being of your pets.

Larry is now CERTIFIED in PET CPR and CERTIFIED GROOMER . We offer a Spa Bath which includes shampoo and conditioner, blow dry, nails trimmed, ears cleaned and teeth brushing. Add a de-shedding service, Mini Groom or full service groom. Now you can cross the groomer off your to do list before leaving town. Drop your dog off dirty and pick him up clean and coiffed.

About this sitter:

We recently retired and moved to DeBary FL. from Miami. We had experienced difficulty finding a suitable pet sitter until discovering Rover.com. Our Rover sitter was such a great experience we decided to offer the service for others to enjoy.

We understand each dog has a unique personality. We take the time to get to know your pets so we can provide the care they want. Whether it is activity, cuddling or just basking in the sun on the deck we will provide the stimulus your pet prefers. Getting to know your pet is part of the fun in providing this service.

Why I love dog sitting

My husband and I have been dog owners and animal lovers our entire lives. We enjoyed the services that Rover.com offered so much that we decided to join their team. We were looking for a little extra income to supplement our retirement, but have received so much more. Our guests have entertained us, filled our home with laughter and our hearts with paw prints.

About my yard

We have a large, fully fenced, grassy backyard with many shady areas.

My experience administering medication

Yes we can administer medications.

YOU MUST READ THIS PROFILE COMPLETELY BEFORE CONTACTING ME!!!

What to look for in a new sitter. (1) Find someone that sends pictures to you multiple times a day, and to 100% of the clients, like I do. (2) Find someone with decades of dog experience and dog training experience, like my 45 years of working with dogs. (3) Find someone that is retired and home all day, like I am. (4) Find someone that has a fully fenced secure backyard with dense grass, not dirt, like my yard, that has a nice 6 foot vinyl fence and thick zoysia grass . (5) Find someone that does not have small children that could hurt the dog or let them escape, like my house that has no children. (6) Find someone in a real home not an apartment that may not even be on the ground floor, my home is spacious and has a doggy door for your dog. (7) Find someone that will provide the bowls, crates, beds, and toys, so all you need to bring is the dog and their food, like at my house. (8) Find someone that will not mix your small dog with large or giant size dogs, I take small and medium size only, for your dogs safety. (9) Find someone that understands the importance to properly introduce the dogs to each other, and the training to do so, before allowing play together, like I do. (10) Find someone that has an average response time of under 1 minute to answer your texts or questions, and has a 100% response rate, like my response time, and rate. (11) Find someone that limits the number of dogs taken in, to be sure that all dogs taken in are properly taken care of, like I do. (12) Find someone that will place all your things together and take inventory of whatever you may have brought to be sure, you go back home with everything you came with. (13) Find someone that does not have a pool if your dog is not used to being around one and your concerned about falling in, my yard is only grass, no dangerous pool. (14) Find someone that does not do house visits or dog walking, they can't be watching your dog if they are at someone else's house, I only do dog care in my home. (15) Find someone that has no cats or large dogs if your dog is not used to that, I only have two small well trained dogs that get along with all the guests. (16) Find someone that sends pictures several times each day, like I do. Note: If you found all these things in one place congratulations, you just found me. I know of no other place that can make all these claims, and still be very reasonably priced. Please read my 300+ rave reviews, and check out my pictures.

I have to add this notice so new customers understand something. I am alerted to, and respond to, and answer all questions and requests in about a minute 24/7. When you have a question I answer it quickly. So please if it is not an emergency hold off on your questions after 9:00 pm and before 7:00 am, I need my beauty rest. I am up early each day, (by 7:00 am) to take care of your questions and requests. Drop off and pick up hours are 7:00 am to 8 pm for drop off, and to 9 pm for pickup.

I keep my dogs free of fleas and ticks with monthly flea prevention. I expect dogs coming here are clean and free of fleas. When you bring a dog with fleas it could infect my entire house and I have to flea bathe your dog and spray my entire house to be sure other clients don't get fleas. This is time consuming and expensive, so be sure your dogs don't bring fleas here. I also expect your dog to be clean, odor free and free of ticks, accepting a stay here means you accept the fact that you will be billed for a bath that is needed, if they arrive here in need of one. You dog will be on my furniture and living in my house and I will not have dirty smelly dogs doing that.

I accept meet and greet requests but do not require them. Your itinerary will show my address and contact information after we have set up a stay or meet and greet. Please specify date and time you request so I can approve it. That's the best way to meet me and check out my place, as the site will send us both each other's information by viewing the itinerary. You will receive my address and phone number that way, and I will be given your phone number. You can see my location by looking for "Bruce's Neighborhood" on my profile page.

When making any request for either Daycare or Boarding include in the comments, what your needed drop off, and pick up times will be. I need to be prepared for your arrival and need it for calendar scheduling, and proper price quoting. If your stay is more than, even 24 hour days, like an early drop off one day and a late pick-up the next day, let me know what you need and request an adjusted price. My boarding rates are based on a 24 hour day not 36 hours. I will be happy to watch your dog for 36 hours or whatever you need but you will receive an additional charge for the additional time.

I tried watching puppies but have come to realize that because they demand so much attention, that it takes away from the time I need to spend with the other guests, therefore in fairness to all the dogs that I board, I have sadly have come to the decision that it is not fair to my other guests, to spend all my time with one puppy, and therefore must decline accepting any more puppies. I need to spend time with all guests not just one demanding puppy.

Compare what I offer to the others. Retired and home full time, not gone to work like most people. Huge backyard with a safe and secure vinyl privacy fence, (check out the pictures). A large home not an apartment. Forty five plus years working with and training dogs. Who else offers all this, and I am still very competitively priced. Dogs are normally allowed to run free in the house and share the furniture with me, but are crated at night when I sleep and unable to watch them, to prevent any problems and to keep them safe. They are let out early each morning and allowed to roam the house and use the doggy door again.

I have been working with dogs for over 45 years and presently do volunteer training at a local dog rescue. I am very familiar of how to care for your dog, and know your dog will be happy in my home and large fenced back yard. I have two small friendly dogs for them to play with, if they like that. I am retired and home almost always, my wife may watch the dogs if I have to step out for a short time. To make sure you dog is safe while under my care, they will be provided a clean bed and crate for night time when everyone should be asleep, just to be sure there is nothing happening that would be unsafe for them. I don't know any better way to insure their safety if I am asleep and not able to be watching them, be suspicious of anyone that claims to never crate your dog. When I wake up early, they are free to go outside or enjoy the house and furniture.

You can leave your dogs here with complete confidence that a very experienced handler, and dog lover will be looking after them. Drop off and Pick up times flexible. If you're looking for the best place for your dog, and the best deal going, you just found it.

Keep in mind a day is 24 hours. An early drop off on one day, and late pickup the following day is not a day and will have an upcharge. For that reason and for scheduling, please state your drop off and pick up times when requesting your boarding days. At the same time, a drop off and pick up that spans 2 days but is only 24 hours is only charged as one day, not two, like at some boarding places.

One final note: I do not accept recurring bookings. I will refuse any such requests. Each booking must have a starting and ending date and time. I will allow you to make multiple bookings even months in advance to accomplish the same thing, but I need to be sure I am available for each booking, before I can accept it. A single booking can be multiple days or even weeks long, but it has to have a starting and ending date and time. I just can't promise availability on a forever basis.

💕💕3/30/2020- I am taking bookings through this COVID-19 quarantine! If we have never met and you need an immediate booking for your SMALL dog, I am happy to forego the Meet & Greet. I so rarely leave the house that exposure to myself is improbable. As luck would have it, my husband broke his leg just before the crisis and has been recovering at home. So while inconvenient, he’s been self quarantined by “accident”.😉 Send me a message if you need daycare or boarding for your small dog. Stay safe!

** To see current & past stays, please check out my Facebook page, Denise's Dogcation

I post videos several times each day for parents to watch at their convenience

** I only take SMALL dogs. If you are like me and don't feel comfortable with your little Prince or Princess being around bigger dogs (no matter how nice) PLEASE double check the sitter profiles for their accepted weight ranges AND pets in their home

** I have SEVERAL older clients. Many on medication 1, 2 or 3 X/day. Some blind and/or deaf. They have all been repeat clients and feel very comfortable here. I get to know them and their own special needs as well as their signals letting me know what they want.

** I have had many unsocialized guests. Ones that had NEVER been around other dogs. Their parents were worried how they would do. They ALL did quite well becoming social. Most have repeated. One was able to get a SISTER and they both come here now!

** 08/16/17 I had white vinyl fence installed! I updated my photos.

** Both Faline and Buttercup have had their Canine Influenza shots.

I am a married, 52 year old woman who has had at least one dog all of my adult life. For several years I had FIVE! (3 Chow Chows, my first Chihuahua and a Pomeranian. They have all since crossed the Rainbow Bridge.)

I am very experienced with giving oral medications at specific times per day as well as ear & eye drops. I also have experience with blind/sight impaired and deaf/hearing impaired dogs. They have all gotten along just fine in my home. Faline's previous sister, Flower, was a rescue who had been abused. She was blind and suffered seizures. Faline was her seeing eye dog and comforted her through seizures as well. Flower crossed the Rainbow Bridge, Good Friday 2016. Faline is quite the employee here and Ambassador for the guests. We brought 5 month old Faline home 3/15/14.

From 2011 to June 2016 I worked from home. Since then I had been a housewife. We have carry bags and strollers so Faline had never been without Mom and/or Dad. I enjoyed being a housewife for several months but wanted to find a "job" that I love. After my husband, I couldn't think of anything I love more than my Faline! I knew others feel the same so I wanted to provide a safe, fun and comfortable place for parents to drop off their babies. Once or twice, a couple of days a week, every work day or when you take a long weekend or vacation? I'll treat yours like they're mine. Then in May, we really did bond with a guest as if she were our own. So much so that we let her parents know, IF there should ever come a time when they needed to find her a new home, PLEASE think of us. They had actually been wrestling with that VERY thought. A month later they asked if we would still add Buttercup to our family and we readily accepted. Now Faline has a sister once more. <3

While I do NOT have any breed restrictions, as I prefer not to judge all dogs by the actions of others, ALL guests MUST be UNDER 20 lbs and get along with other dogs.

I also do require your dog(s) be done with teething. (Typically by 8 months old) Those little, needle like, baby teeth are too much for other fur babies to handle. Being potty trained is important but accidents happen and that's OK. I have a dog door and tile flooring. Accidents are what "Nature's Miracle" and paper towels are for.

The main picture is the interior of our living room, taken from the "hall". The front door is open, showing our storm door complete with dog door. The next interior pic is from the opposite side, near the front door. The short hallway has the 2 bedroom doors. These doors would be closed during the day for everyone's and everything's safety. The 3rd & 4th interior pics are the kitchen. It can easily be blocked with our baby gate, should anyone have a need for solitude, peace, quiet, rest or recuperation.

The next pic shows my front door with dog door.

I have 2 fenced in areas. The one the dogs use has artificial turf and leaf covered soil, seen in the next pictures. 3 sides are 6 ft, white, vinyl fencing, the 4th side is the side of the house. The dog door goes out to this area. The gate stays locked and I added to the bottom to keep the littlest guests from getting stuck. The second area is zero-scaped with small rocks, part 6 ft wood fence, part vinyl and part 3 ft wood picket fence. It is not pictured and would NOT be used by the dogs. I mention it for information and to say there is quite a bit of space and barrier between our babies and other people or the street. ie, children walking to or from school would never even know there are dogs in my yard.

I added a picture of Faline napping after her grooming appointment, hence the bow. SO cute! I picked up a LOT of dog toys for the pictures but there is NO shortage of toys to play with. My husband (We met in 1980) works full time, Monday-Friday. For any Dog Parents who do the same and need a day care sitter, I will be the only one at my home. Anyone needing a sitter or boarding overnight or on the weekends can expect him to be home. He is a lifelong dog lover as well! His family had a Mini American Eskimo, Miniature Schnauzers and Dachshunds. But a LH Chihuahua (Faline) and a Shih/Yorkie mix (Buttercup) own him now! As other sections state, I do have a good size, fenced in, side yard. About 3/4 is artificial turf with the rest being leaf covered soil. Our front storm door has a dog door. Fencing with a locked gate leads dogs (and people) out to the side yard. Dogs typically have access to the dog door all day, weather permitting. Also stated in another section, we only take dogs that have been spayed or neutered. They must also be current on all shots/vaccinations/necessary licenses, flea & tick free. (So you know that any other dogs your pup is around are also ALL of these things) PLEASE complete your pet(s) profile with their care instructions, veterinary’s information and Emergency Contact information. Knowing your sitter has this info can put your mind at ease while you’re away.

You need only bring their food, favorite treats (If you like) and medications (If any) for the stay.

Also, check your calendar to make sure if there is any monthly or quarterly Heart Worm or flea medication that could be due during their stay.

(Do NOT bring any beds, blankets, bowls or toys. I have MORE than enough here and would hate for anything of yours to be damaged or lost.)

PLEASE TEXT/MESSAGE ONLY. (No phone calls please unless it’s an emergency)

I have my cell phone with me all the time so I can be reached or can respond quickly. I am home and available to watch your fur baby just about 24/7 as I am a happy housewife. If I ever have plans come up I would mark the calendar that I am unavailable, ahead of time.

I am retired and live at home with my wife and our two children. I have excellent availability and will take care of your beloved pet as if they're part of my family. I can accept your pet at any time, 24/7. If you have any kind of emergency, you can count on me to take your pet (pets) in at any hour of the day or night. I have experience administering oral medications or injections. I pay close attention to your loved one and spend time with them by playing, walking, and giving them the affection that they deserve. I'll make sure that they're happy from the moment they arrive until they leave. I love all animals! Just ask our chihuahua Pikachu! I'll provide a huge yard for your pet to run around in and play. And plenty of toys to play with. My past experience with dog sitting has made me realize that doing this full time is what I really want to do. I hope you'll help me by booking your pet to stay with me soon!

Hi and thank you for looking at my listing! My name is Barbara and I love animals of all kinds. I have been a dog owner and dog sitting for over 15 years. In middle school instead of babysitting, I was staring my first dog walking business and have never looked back since.

When your dog stays with me I will treat them like one of my own. Your dogs will get lots of personal attention and you can have peace of mind while you are away. I like to stay as close to your home schedule as possible to help your dog feel at home and confident in my house. My heated/air-conditioned house is on 2.5 fully fenced acres for lots of fun outside playtime. Your dog(s) can join mine patrolling for intruders (Squirrels) in the large shady back yard, or for the more active dogs we can play frisbee in the larger front yard. On the FL days that are just too hot for outside activities we have pool time fun! We also go on walks in the beautiful Lake Beresford Park. Pups staying over weekends may also get treated to hikes in the area or trips to the New Smyrna dog beach. I'd be happy to send you as many pictures/videos as you would like of your dog having a better vacation than you ;) References are available.

Dogs coming to stay must be UTD on vaccinations and good with other dogs.

I have a dog friendly cat in the house. She hangs out in my bedroom 99% of the time and I have a baby gate that I like to put up as a precaution the first few times a new dog comes over. If your dog is not cat friendly it is no problem as it is very easy to keep her separated.

I do currently work out of the house 4 days a week. During those days I do go home for lunch play-time and the dogs will never be alone more than 4 hours at a time.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.

As a lifelong dog lover, I know how important dogs are in our lives. That’s why I’ve taken care of them for so long! Nothing gives me more joy than to see a pup that knows that they are loved and well taken care of. They’re just like family members to us, so it’s great to give back to them. I also know how difficult it can be for owners to find quality care for their pooches while they’re away, so I’m here to fulfill that need.

I have always been around dogs and have a long history of being a caregiver, both privately and professionally. I have seven years of experience working for veterinarians, and I have also worked in kennels. I have extensive experience with shy dogs and pups with anxiety. I’ve been involved in beagle rescue for 20 years and have fostered hundreds of dogs. I have no problem giving oral or subcutaneous medications and am certified in pet cot and first aid. I have certification as a pet loss counselor! No matter what, your pup will be in good hands!

Although I’ll be the main caregiver to your pup, I do live with my partner and three other dogs. My partner loves dogs, but usually only helps out by providing some extra love and pets. I’ll be handling all the primary responsibilities. The three other dogs are very friendly and love having new friends around! They’ll make your pup feel like home in no time.

I live in Winter Park. The neighborhood is a bit older, but with safe streets for walking and exploring. My home has Terrazzo floors for easy accident cleanup, and I have dog beds across the house for spur-of-the-moment naptime. I also have baby gates set up to ensure guest dogs have safe spaces. My backyard is fenced off and partitioned. There is one space for small dogs, one for large dogs, and no guest dog is outside unsupervised.

Hello, I’m Linda! I cannot wait to spoil and pamper your dog (up to 20 lbs.) I share my home with one other senior adult. I have had dogs my whole life and just enjoy their company. I like lap dogs that like to cuddle, I love all kinds and small dogs, but who can resist a cuddle partner. I will give your dog(s) plenty of love and attention while he/she is in my care. I only care for small dogs for the comfort of my guests. Do not want to stress any of them out with bigger dogs.

Home Full Time, I will be able to provide your dog with the care and attention he/she deserves while staying with me. My home near, South Seminole Middle School, is pet friendly and safe. My yard is fully fenced-in and secure.

The price listed is for a 24 hour stay for a dog weighing up to 20lbs. If drop off is in AM and the stay required pick up at PM there will be a day care charge do to cross over stays while others come. It keeps my schedule on track. It would be $28. I do require my guests to have current shots and a collar with a name tag and owner phone number. Just a safety precaution.

Having undergone advanced screening, I have been met face-to-face and my home has been inspected. I'm really looking forward to giving you peace of mind while you enjoy your time away from your pet.

Why I love dog sitting

For as long as I can remember! Dogs have always been an important part of my life, since my first dog.

About my yard

My yard is fully fenced and grassy, and it is a great place to play!

My experience administering medication

Yes, I am comfortable administering oral and topical medications. For injections there will be an extra charge of $5. I worked in the medical field so I keep a very close watch on your baby to assure they are healthy and happy.

I look forward to sharing my home with your beloved pet and assure you they are happy.

My husband and I have a one story pool home. We had to put our own Sweetie to sleep last year and miss her every day. We feel so lucky to have pups come to our home. It has helped greatly with Sweetie's loss. When we sit, we usually have a Meet and Greet (no charge) beforehand to get to know you and your pet and for you to see our home and ask any questions you might have.. We'll play with your pet, take several walks per day, and give them all the attention they need. We're semi-retired and one of us is usually at home, so your pet will never be alone. We consider ourselves fortunate to have met so many fun, sweet pets and their owners, some who have become good friends.

Reference will be provided to you, and we'll keep you up to date while you're away as much as you need.

We take our pet sitting seriously, know it's a great responsibility and would be honored to have your baby in our home.

About this sitter:

My husband, Chuck, and I are semi-retired and live in a one story home with a small pool and yard. We adopted our dog, Sweetie, in 2005. She's a Shih-Tzu/Schnauzer mix, who adapts well to all the pets we've taken care of. We've sat for pets for several years and enjoy it. One of us is home most of the time. We'll play with, walk, and entertain your pet to make the experience with us safe, happy, and comfortable. We know how much we hate to leave Sweetie, and while you're away, we'll keep you updated on how your pet is doing. We usually try to sit for only one family at a time, so your pet will receive lots of individual attention.

Why I love dog sitting

I've loved dogs ever since I can remember. When I was young, my parents would allow us to have any pet BUT a dog. We had birds, turtles, and cats. I was always picking up strays to bring home but they held firm. As a result, in my adult life, I've always had a dog. My first was a Doberman (Rudy), second was an adopted Lhasa (Angel) and now I have Sweetie. All have been great, happy dogs and have made our house a home.

About my yard

We have a small backyard, fenced, with a small pool. We do not let our dog go out alone. If she's in the yard, so are we. The same with the pets we take care of.

Animals are a passion of mine and you will definitely feel that from our first meet and greet. Friends and family consistently come to me for their pet sitting needs; whether it be a quick check-in or an extended stay at my house. The breeds range from a full-sized Great Pyrenees, to a tiny toy Pomeranian (I love them all!). You will certainly not come back to a sad or upset pet. I can also bathe and groom your dog (with prior authorization, of course)!

My six year old daughter helps out sometimes, too. We both share the same love of animals and together will make sure to leave both you and your pet smiling and happy.

I am looking forward to meeting you all!