Doggy Day Care in Shaftsburg

“Ellen took great care of my dog on Thanksgiving! She was super communicative and friendly, and sent lots of pics throughout the day. I would definitely recommend her and wouldn’t hesitate to have her care for my dog in the future!”

Christopher J.

“Tess had a great time! Jen was very accommodating when I needed to change my drop off time last minute. Thank you!”

Jackie B.

“Kimberly was super flexible and great with our 7 month old pup, Maggie! She communicated well with us ahead of time and made the whole process smooth as we were navigating Rover for the first time. Her dog Sparky got along great with our dog and Maggie was nice and tired out in the evening. Thanks again!”

Elizabeth S.

“Victoria and Rishi were a delight. I felt absolutely confident leaving my older dog with them. They were attentive to his activity limitations and kept me updated. Solomon was a happy fella when I picked him up will definitely return. Recommend Victoria and Rishi without hesitation!”

Stacey K.

“Thank you for taking care of my pup! Clifford had a great time with you!”

Kayla G.

“Makayla was awesome! Extremely professional- very calm demeanor and patient. She sent plenty of pics and videos and was very accessible and communicative. Really appreciated her taking care of Yeti last minute today. He had s great time! Highly recommend 👍 Thank you, Makayla! You’re a lifesaver 🙌”

Trisch D.

“Deborah was amazing with our 1 year old Labrador! Perfect home with fenced in yard for lots of playtime with her own pup. The two dogs were perfect playmates and even took a neighborhood walk! Highly recommended for a caring, loving home for your pet's care.”

Julie B.

“Lori was great from start to finish. She took Huggis on very short notice and was very friendly and flexible with drop off and pick up. Thanks Lori”

Matthew J.

“Timmy loved being with Joni for the first time! I could tell he was comfortable and having fun especially with playmate, Sheldon! Timmy was worn out in a good way! Great relief to know I can drop him off and he is cared for like I would care for him!”

Nancy M.

About: I have always had pets since I was born. I currently have a 2 year old chocolate lab and she is my world. I love all animals and take the best care of them. I work a hybrid schedule so I have plenty of time to take care of your animals. Drop in visits during lunch or the weekend. I am respectful, clean, and will make sure to follow any directions your home and pet requires. Taking good care of them is my #1 priority.

“Thank you! Emily took such good care of Mandi, she loved playing with Mac and going for her walks. This was Mandi's first time in daycare so she was a little nervous. Emily is so nice and so patient, Mandi was able to relax and have fun. I loved getting the update pictures!”

Kristine H.

“Duke seemed to enjoy hanging out with Mackenzie and her fiance. Mackenzie was quick to respond to my messages, and was very pleasant to interact with. I'd have her watch Duke again! Thanks.”

Marilyn M.

“Alex was so helpful for us. We needed somewhere to put our dogs for an evening for my daughters graduation from MSU and a few hiccups came up along the way and Alex was able to accommodate a few last minute changes. She sent us pictures and videos so we would know the animals had settled in. Definitely would recommend her.”

Danielle T.

About: I’m a dog owner and lover who treats every pet like part of the family. Our home is a peaceful, lakefront retreat where dogs get plenty of attention, affection, and a calm environment to feel safe and loved while you’re away. Each dog will have their own private space and we have a puppy community areas indoors for the winter. Our backyard is not currently fenced but will be fully fenced in with a 6ft fence by March. We have 2 lovely dogs ourselves, a male mini Aussie and female puppy golden retriever. I’ve grown up around pets and have hands-on experience caring for dogs, understanding their needs, and making sure they feel comfortable and secure. Together, we provide a structured, nurturing environment with lots of supervision, play, and one-on-one attention. Your pup won’t just be boarded—they’ll be on vacation. From cozy private spaces to outdoor time and daily updates, we make sure every dog truly lives the good life while staying at our lakefront home. We can’t wait to welcome your pet into our home! Your dog will never be left alone or unattended in our home. My wife, our in-house assistant, and I work together to ensure dogs are seamlessly cared for throughout the day in a calm, structured environment. My wife is home full-time and is the primary caregiver during the day. She handles feeding schedules, potty breaks, playtime, rest periods, and one-on-one attention. Her background in childcare as a nanny translates perfectly into maintaining routines, monitoring behavior, and providing patient, attentive care. Our in-house assistant is also home full-time and supports daily care by assisting with supervised play, cleaning and sanitizing spaces, meal prep, and individual check-ins. This allows us to keep our dog-to-human ratio low and give each pup personalized attention. I’m actively involved as well, helping with morning and evening routines, enrichment activities, and overall supervision. With multiple adults present at all times, dogs are rotated through play, rest, and care schedules so no pup is ever overwhelmed or overlooked. Because we are always home, dogs receive frequent potty breaks, consistent supervision, and plenty of affection—just like they would with their own family. Your dog’s safety, comfort, and well-being are our top priorities. We’ve intentionally created a calm, structured environment where dogs are closely supervised and cared for at all times. Our home is never unattended—my wife, our in-house assistant, and I are always present, ensuring constant supervision throughout the day and night. Dogs are cared for in a controlled setting with private, comfortable spaces to rest and decompress, helping reduce stress and overstimulation. We maintain strict cleanliness and safety standards, including regular sanitizing of all dog areas, food and water bowls, and shared spaces. We follow each dog’s individual care instructions carefully, from feeding schedules to potty routines and any special needs. We are selective about the dogs we accept to ensure a safe, positive environment for everyone. This allows us to maintain a low dog-to-human ratio, closely monitor behavior, and give each pup the attention they deserve. For added peace of mind, we provide regular photo and video updates so you can see your dog happy, relaxed, and well cared for while you’re away. Our goal is to create a trusted home-away-from-home where you can travel confidently knowing your pet is safe, loved, and in great hands.

“Kasey was great! She was so responsive to messages, took care of Wrigley like one of her own dogs, and kept me updated with pictures and videos all day. It was great to know that she was being so well cared for. I truly appreciated Wrigley’s time with Kasey!”

Allie M.

“Wonderful set up. Can tell our pup had a ton of fun! Thank you for taking such good care of him. You made drop off and pick up so easy. We will definitely be back!”

Jordan And Dj M.

“Alice did an amazing job with Oreo! She was so kind, patient and gentle with her. She clearly communicated with me about how her day went and asked questions about her needs. Her utmost priority is safety of the dogs in her care, which also made me feel very comfortable! Thank you so much, Alice :)”

Natalie H.

“We are the first timer as we are new to this place with no reference. We took a decision to go with Dustin and Sarah with our gut feeling and it turned out to be such an amazing experience. They are extremely welcoming and treated my pet like their own family member. I will be definitely recommending them as a great people to take care of your pet.”

Arpan G.

About: Hello! My name is Kathryn Hurt. I am a second year MSU veterinary student. I graduated from Michigan State University with my Bachelor of Science in Animal Science. I am a fear free certified professional. I have had a plethora of animal care experience. I love working with any animals (dogs, cats, etc) big or small! Please consider me as an option to take care of your pet. I love to do meet and greets to get to know you and your animals to make sure we’re a great match! Let me know when you need me! I can be available to stay during the week and on weekends. I would love to take care of your pet! With my clinic experience, I have learned how to properly handle and work with animals. I use a fear free approach and ensure they are comfortable and safe at all times. If your pet is on a daily medication, that is no issue at all for me! I feel very comfortable taking care of any animal. I am a full-time veterinary student looking to make some extra income! I can be available on weekday mornings, afternoons, evenings, as well as weekends! Let me know your schedule and we can chat about what works best for you and your pet. I am a fear free certified professional. This includes using certain techniques and methods to make your pet feel as comfortable as possible why you are away.

“Cody was a huge help while we were visiting the area. We needed help with Walter for an event that we had and Cody was quick to respond and easy to communicate with. If we were in the area we would use Cody again for sure.”

Dan S.