Dog Boarding Santa Venetia

“Wonderful sitter! Took great care of Scout and kept me updated with photos/videos. Scout went on fun hikes and looked so happy and well cared for the entire time. Highly recommend!”

Jonelle P.

“Tula provided boarding for my dog, Winnie. Would highly recommend Tula - she was communicative, provided daily check-in’s, and wonderful with my dog!”

Lindsay N.

About: Although I have never owned a dog myself, I have several years of experience caring for family dogs. My sister has had a dog since 2016, and my mom got a dog in 2023. I regularly help care for them when my family is out of town, including feeding them on schedule, providing fresh food and water, taking them on walks, and making sure they are safe and comfortable. While I do not have extensive pet-sitting experience, I genuinely enjoy spending time with dogs and caring for them with patience, love, and responsibility. I would be grateful for the opportunity to care for your furry friend and appreciate the trust you place in me. I am a full-time student during the weekdays and a mom to a 6 six year old girl who also loves dogs. I am available in the evenings to take your dog on a walk. I am also available anytime on the weekend to board your pup or to take them for walks. I make sure dogs are safe and comfortable while in my home and I let them lead their walks. I keep them on a secure leash at all times, pay attention to their surroundings, allow them time to sniff and explore, and make sure they release enough energy without getting them overtired.

“Thank you so much for taking care of Lucky while we were away and treating him as one of your own. He came back happy and tired from his sleep over. Thank you!!”

Arvi R.

“Bianca is fantastic! We have a senior dog and Bianca goes above and beyond to make her feel comfortable. After our dog’s first stay with her, we immediately booked our next one with her because of how great she is. Our dog is clearly so much happier staying with Bianca than when we used to take her to the kennel. Highly recommend!”

Stephanie W.

“Mary was wonderful with our quirky boy. She sent photos of them having fun on hikes and of him looking relaxed at her house. We didn’t worry about him at all while away and he was happy and tired when we got home. A perfect experience all around.”

Peter S.

“Nadya is an absolute gem!! Trustworthy, knowledgeable, a great communicator, and easy to work with! She kept us updated and sent photos each day. We were able to enjoy our vacation so much thanks to her incredible care :)”

Sara W.

“Kim and Estee were amazing! They took care of our boy Lincoln like he was their own and gave him all the love, patience and off leash time. We’re very lucky to have found them and will definitely work with them again!”

Aiste B.

About: I’ve cared for dogs in a wide range of situations, including senior dogs, special-needs pups, and dogs recovering from injuries. Most dogs love nature, and it's exciting to see them perk up on walks at the sound of chirping birds, rustling brush, or a skittering lizard. There are great dog-friendly nature paths in Novato and San Rafael that give the pups both sniffing and social opportunities, so they come home tired and content. What I’m especially good at is communication. I pay close attention to a dog’s eyes, ears, posture, and energy, because they tell you so much before they ever make a sound. I use a gentle “dog voice” (yes, the sweet baby-talk voice) and clear, steady cues, because many dogs respond quickly to warmth, tone, and consistency. Even anxious or shy dogs usually soften when they realize they’re being understood. I’ve also cared for large dogs, and my Labrador retriever loves having big buddies to play with. No matter the size, age, or temperament, I’m respectful of each dog’s individual needs, and I make sure they feel safe, seen, and truly cared for with plenty of affection, attention, patience, and exercise. I currently work from home, and I have a (mostly) flexible schedule. I like to get out with my dog two times a day for 2+ mile walks on local trails and parks. I respect people's spaces, and I am good at following detailed instructions for homes and their pets. I have references and happy clients to tell you about it!

“Ana was absolutely amazing and took such great care of our sweet dog Daisy! We will definitely be having Ana take care of her again. Highly recommended!”

J.G. L.

“Rosa and Kevin took great care of our pup, and sent regular photos and updates during his stay which we really appreciated as new dog parents! They also have an enclosed outdoor space for the pups to play, which was great.”

Elena K.

“There's no other way to say it: Yvette was wonderful! She gave my cat, Baby, lots of attention, affection and warmth. Baby had her own room with a cat tower and scratching posts. They even watched a movie together 🥰. I'm so grateful and very lucky to have found Yvette. Yvette sent photos everyday and an update. Having Baby stay with Yvette was a very positive experience! I wouldn't want Baby to stay anywhere else! Thank you, Yvette!”

Patricia J.

“Juli is so kind and warm and easy to work with! She was so sweet with our young dog Louise and at our meet/greet I was instantly comfortable leaving Louise with Juli in her lovely home and spacious yard. I deeply appreciated all the ways in which Juli expressed care and concern for, first and foremost, keeping Louise safe while in her care. Even though Louise barked and whined in her crate her first night away from home and was not the perfect guest I had hoped she would be, Juli was completely understanding and told me that it was totally normal, it's part of the boarding process, and not to worry at all. Juli is clearly a "dog person" and is someone you can feel totally safe leaving your precious pet with. We won't hesitate to ask Juli to board Louise again!”

Minju C.

“Ashley was awesome with my pup. He took to her right away. In fact after the meet and greet on the day of boarding he ran right up to her and didn’t even seem sad when we were leaving. She took great care of him and he had a nice little dog park to run in her apartment complex. He was happy, we are thrilled and would totally use her services again!”

Mercy C.

“Raffie had a wonderful stay with Adriana and her family. This was her second time there and I can’t imagine anyone taking better care of her while we are away. Adriana was very accommodating and communication was excellent. We received daily pictures and updates and saw how much fun Raffie was having. Thanks again!!”

Raluca M.

“Luna took great care of Ziggy. Her experience and kind nature was a great fit for our sensitive dog. Her dog, Jim, was very sweet and welcoming to Ziggy. Thank you again!”

Diana C.

“Gail and her entire household, including Scottie, are sweet and gentle folks. Berri did really wel, I would say, and we have already booked our next stay.”

Sarah E.

“Nancy is a gem! The love and care she shows our dog is that of a true dog lover. She regularly communicates with us, accommodates our crazy schedules and always mindful of our family’s needs as well as our puppy.”

Katie S.

“Luis and Vivian are very friendly and caring. They were easy to communicate with and helpful in accommodating our schedule. Our dog was very happy to stay with them, and we'll be sure to reach out again if we need a petsitter in the future!”

Hari S.

About: I grew up with cats and dogs and even started my own dog walking business when I was ten. I love animals … maybe even more than people. 😂 I’d be honored to care for your cats and dogs while you’re away. I would love to help you care for your pets when my children are at school…and if it’s okay for them to visit with your sweet dogs and cats as well I have TONS of flexibility all day. I am very careful with pets. They are part of the family. Please tell me what you feel comfortable with and I will follow the instructions to the last detail. I have so much love to give these animals and am hoping to get to spend my time with helping them not miss you too much while you’re away.