Pet Boarding in South Pasadena

“Christina took great care of our doodle, providing updates and pictures, and being flexible with our travel schedule. We will definitely use her again!”

Jan F.

“Pam took wonderful care of our pup Nora and shared regular updates & photos. She’s a very experienced dog owner who truly cares — highly recommended!”

Cait W.

“Erica is the absolute best! My 2 Bostons had a great time with her, and she paid so much attention to them and kept in touch every single day. I was very much at ease while we were on vacation, knowing the loving and capable hands they were in.”

Linda B.

“Tabetha was great! She provided frequent updates and pictures, and was also very patient and understanding when my flight arrived about 4 hours later than expected.”

Shaun J.

“Nicole was so great with our 2 dogs! She was very flexible when we had an emergency and had to move our booking by a couple days, and always quickly responds to any message. Her home is set in a quiet and clean neighborhood so I had no worries about the dogs getting into any mischief. The home was set up to be very dog friendly, and she even had toys and a fenced in backyard that she left the door open to when we first got there so the dogs could explore as they needed to feel comfortable. She sent updates and pictures and videos frequently, and even got our picky anxious boy to eat while we were gone (a true feat!) I wish we lived in this area because we would use Nicole for all our dog sitting needs. You can tell she truly cared for our boys like they were her own.”

Katy B.

“Great stay in a beautiful house and my pup had a blast playing with her dogs. Erandi is also very easy to work and communicate with. Thanks again!”

Skarlett S.

“We have used Nikki on multiple occasions for mid-day walks as well as multiple day/night stays for our two dogs, a Doberman named Maggie and a terrier mix named Widget. Nikki has been just fantastic caring for our girls! Maggie and Widget require specific care, and Nikki is always so accommodating, caring, thorough, and attentive. She took the time to arrange a "meet and greet" with myself and the dogs beforehand and made us feel comfortable that we were leaving our dogs in caring and capable hands. She had no problem accommodating special feeding and medication requests, and went out of her way to make sure the girls had plenty of activities to keep them busy and plenty of comfy places to sleep and relax during their stay. Her home is extremely dog friendly and she has a fenced yard with ample opportunity for exploring, playing, and swimming in the pool! She always provides us with many updates and pictures which allows us to relax and enjoy our time out of town, or to know our dogs are being well attended to during longer work days. We are glad to have found Nikki, and I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for top notch care for their dog(s)!”

Emily D.

“We left our wire-hair fox terrier (7 years old) for the first time with Barbara for 9 days; we were apprehensive at first because it was such a long time and we were on a cruise, not able to communicate for days. Barbara sent adorable pictures and let us know he was settling in just fine. She is very accommodating and understands dog parents and dogs. Barbara gave Baxter his meds and just did a great job. Will definitely use her and Dog Vaca again!”

Joe and Nancy L.

About: I have hands-on experience caring for my own pets as well as those of friends and family, and I bring both reliability and a genuine love for animals to every pet I care for. I’ve raised my dog Josephine from 8 weeks old—she’s a sweet, social little mutt who loves meeting new furry friends. I’m experienced with both puppies and senior dogs, and I’m always attentive to their individual needs and personalities. I work from home on a freelance basis, which gives me a very flexible schedule. I’m often available on short notice and can provide consistent attention and care throughout the day. I currently live in a ground-floor apartment with a fenced-in patio, perfect for safe outdoor time and potty breaks. Whether your pet needs playtime, cuddles, or calm companionship, I’m here to make them feel at home. Pet care is naturally woven into my daily routine. Since I work from home as a freelancer, I have the flexibility to give pets consistent attention throughout the day. Whether it’s morning walks, playtime in my fenced patio, feeding schedules, or just some mid-day cuddles, I’m able to accommodate their needs without rushing. My own dog, Josephine, keeps me active and engaged, so caring for other pets fits seamlessly into that rhythm. I genuinely enjoy the companionship and find that having animals around makes my days better. Whether I’m caring for pets in my own home or a client’s, I focus on making them feel safe, comfortable, and loved. In my home, pets have access to a secure, fenced-in patio for outdoor time, plenty of space to relax, and lots of attention throughout the day. I keep their routines as close to normal as possible, including feeding, walks, playtime, and any special instructions like medications or crate training. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I make sure to follow their specific routines and household rules to help their pet feel at ease. I prioritize cleanliness, safety, and respectful communication while keeping pet parents updated with messages and photos. My goal is always to create a calm, trustworthy environment so each pet feels comfortable and cared for, whether they’re with me or in their own space.

“William is a fabulous sitter who has, on a couple of occasions gone way "above and beyond" for me and my dog. This is why I keep re-booking him!”

Eric E.

“Laurie was wonderful to work with and quick to respond. She sent me plenty of pictures of Bauer playing and having fun. She took great care of my pup. I will definitely book her to watch Bauer again!”

Tyler A.

“John was a fantastic sitter for our Doberman, Caesar. He was very accommodating with our travel delays, and we loved getting pictures of Caesar enjoying his time with John and his two beagles. Highly recommend!”

Shannon C.

“This is my second time using Kelly for boarding. She’s excellent. Great communicator and very attentive to the pups. Will definitely use her again!”

Sarah B.

“Will is such a blessing. He and his family are so good with my senior dog he just loves going there. I always enjoy my time away cuz I know my boy is very well taken care of. Will always sends pictures and I have the best collection of photos just because of him. Thank you so much. Five stars all the way!”

Janet S.

“Leigh has always been a great sitter. Sandy and Kobe love to stay with her Vivi. Every time I need to leave town I know my pups stay in good hands. Thank you Leigh!”

Lili Z.

“Leaving our fur daughter with Dian has been such a blessing! Dian is the absolute best and her little dog Bitsy is so sweet too. Maui loves Dian and playing in Dian’s yard, the walks, and having another furry friend around (Bitsy). Thanks again Dian!”

Jason & Natalie K.

“Susan has taken such amazing care of my Jovi the several times she's been available. Susan is responsive and loving, and generally a very groovy person. Her home and yard and doggie door are so welcome to my dog. And the neighborhood my dog gets to walk in some times is sublime. I hesitate to post this because Jovi wants Susan and Abner and family all to herself.”

Sharon W.

“Peggy welcomed us into her home a couple of days before our Henrietta's overnight stay with her so that Henrietta wouldn't get too anxious when we drop her off and leave. Peggy's home is nice, tidy, and clean throughout. A spacious backyard clear of debris a big plus. Our Henrietta scoped the place out and was satisfied. When she was dropped off, she was at ease at Peggy's place as soon as she got past the front door. We brought Henrietta's "bed", and Peggy had the bed in her bedroom so Henrietta could stay in there with her. She was a content pup when we picked her up. We have zero hesitation with recommending Peggy to anyone who needs someone to look after their fur baby.”

Dawn and Roy P.

“Mercedes and her kids were a JOY for my girl, Jax! She had a great time with them and got to give and receive all the love. We will definitely book with Mercedes again.”

Debbie E.

“Liz and Bryan were great with Stella! We got photos and updates daily and they made sure she was comfortable. Stella also loved their dog, Rocky. We’ll definitely be back!”

Em L.