Doggy Day Care in Spafford

“Susan looked after my dog Gainsley for a week while I was on vacation. I can not say enough good things about how well Susan took care of Gainsley while I was away. My dog is a rescue dog and very hesitant to attach herself with adults that she does not know. Susan understood Gainsley s needs completely. Susan regularly sent me pictures to constantly reassure me that Gainsley was happy. I can not thank her enough.”

Anne C.

“Ellen and John were wonderful throughout the booking, hand off and pickup process. Dale seems to have had a fabulous time with them! He was immediately comfortable and walked right off without looking back at me. I got pictures of during the day of him enjoying time outside. I will definitely be booking with them again!”

Rachel B.

“Suanny was so accommodating when we needed a very last minute sitter and early dropoff! Excellent communication and he was very well cared for.”

Kathryn K.

About: I am a lifelong rescuer of dogs and cats...I have raised puppies, adopted senior dogs, and adopted six dogs from shelters in the last 25 years. Most of my dogs and I had basic training classes together. I love walking dogs, playing with them, and caring for them in general...and i am excellent at bathing and medicating pups of all ages....even the reluctant ones! I like to be outdoors, so I am happy to walk and play with the dogs in my care outside at least 3 times a day.. I work from home, so I am generally available, weekdays and weekends. I am flexible about scheduling, and I welcome long term stays. I am also happy to accept last minute requests. I own my home...I don't have a fenced yard, but will walk my dog guests frequently, as i do like to be outdoors...I enjoy having dogs in my home, and spending lots of time with them. They are welcome on the furniture and to sleep on the bed..

“I can't say enough good things about Stacey. She is truly outstanding in every way when it comes to taking care of Scotch. I always have complete peace of mind knowing my Scotch is in such capable and caring hands. Whether I’m away at work or out for the day, I never have to worry—my dog is happy, safe, and well cared for.”

Riziel C.

“Erix took care of our dog and our friend’s dog for the day. Both were well cared for. We will definitely seek out Erix the next time we are in town.”

Alexis O.

“Ashley and her husband were great. They were very responsive to questions, went above and beyond to update me throughout the daycare process, and also spoiled my dogs with a pool and so much attention. Thank you both for helping my family out while we were moving!”

Emily P.

About: I've had dogs my entire life from puppies to rescues! I've also been a grooming salon manager in Ithaca for 7 years. I've cared for many different breeds, ages, temperaments, and quirks all dogs have and I love them all the same. I'm now a stay at home mom missing my daily dog visits! I have two dogs of my own Luke and Yoda. Luke is a 3 year old lab grey hound mix around 35 lbs. He is very loving and playful. Yoda is a 2 year old Irish terrier mix who ha unlimited energy and is the sweetest snuggler. I'm willing to bathe and groom but it just depends on your dogs hair and size because I do not have a grooming area set up yet in my home, but I'm willing to talk about it! I am home all day with my baby and two dogs of my own so I can give the same care to some extra dogs! I treat every dog as if they are my own. I have lots of extra blankets to make sure they have there own space (i do recommend to bring some of there stuff like blankets, beds, and toys to make them more comfortable) and have extra room to separate them if they need to be alone. I will always make sure they are comfortable, happy, loved, and safe!

“Was so glad to find them to take care of Enzo. They were extremely thorough, asked lots of questions, and I could not be more pleased with mine and Enzo's experience. Couldn't have asked for a better time!”

Dylan S.

“Amber and her husband are awesome!!! They kept my little boy active by going on walks and playing with him. They treated him with a lot of care. I really appreciate it!! Thank you!”

Anna M.

“Diana was great with Ginger and took amazing care of her!”

K. Z.

“Amazing! He had fun! So happy!”

anissa s.

“Debbie was very good with Marshall, the introductions to the other dogs was done well! She was professional and a good communicator! Marshall had a great time! We will be using her again.”

Amy A.

“Jennifer was wonderful! My puppy was very excited the second time around and did not even whine when i left. He was ready to play with Jennifers sweet dog. Jennifer is very reliable and forthcoming of any possible scheduling conflict. I highly recommend her and we will definitely be back.”

Ming T.

About: I ​have operated a pet sitting biz for 20 plus years in central NY. I’ve taken care of dogs of every kind since I was 10. Neighbors, friends and family have relied on me to walk, feed and bathe their pets. I am retired and available everyday anytime of the day to care for your dogs, cats in my home or yours, so you can get away without a worry. I love cuddly, playful, pups, And its quiet and calm here for the nervous ones. I currently have Sabrina and ziggy that are always friendly and reassuring. I have 2 friends labs. I have lots of time to devote. Big yard we go for plenty of walks or just snuggle on the couch. I have a life long love for dogs, cats and horses. Your pet will be welcome in my non smoking, clean place or happy to house sit also. Whichever is better for you and your pup(s)

About: Hi! We are Jared, Emily, Winnie & Aidan. We recently used rover for our pup Ruthie when we went on vacation and decided to sign up to watch dogs since we love them so much! Our pup Ruthie loves meeting new friends and playing! Our big yard will provide hours of fun! We love to snuggle our pup so yours will be allowed on the couch to snuggle with us as well! We have a 10 year old daughter and 1 year old son who love dogs but we do need to make sure the doggies we watch love kids as much as they love them! We have a great neighborhood for walking and we love taking walks to tire everyone out! Jared works a hybrid schedule and is home on Thursdays. Emily’s job allows flexibility to be home when needed and she is home on Fridays. We are both home on the weekend! We are always ready when your pup needs us! We have a large yard that our pup and your pup will have so much fun playing in! When they are outside we are always out watching them. We have a bunch of toys for them to play with and Ruthie is great at sharing! We allow the pups on the couch to get comfortable and also snuggle with us! Our dog sleeps in our room and yours is welcome to as well! Your dog can also sleep in a room we have dedicated for our dog on a very comfortable tempur pedic bed! We also have plenty of room to set up a crate if that's what your dog is used to! We have a camera to check in on them if we have to run out at any time! We want our clients to feel comfortable and at ease leaving their 4 legged family members with us. We love our dog and will love yours while they are in our care!

About: No dog deserves the kennel! Why settle for the pound when they can spend a night in a home with an owner-on-loan; either in your house on in a house that has raised two other pets from puppyhood to old age? Admittedly, there are stairs and hardwood floors in my house, but I have bought several carpets for my old dog to move around on and can lay them down for your dog’s convenience. We also have a big backyard that your dog will love to run around in (and no predators, unless you count woodchucks and geese) and a long leash that can go all the way to the end of the property line. I love dogs and after a day with me, your furry friend will mistake me for his mother. I’m most busy Wednesdays-Thursdays, so I marked them out on the calendar, but if petsitting is required for several days, that is easy to accommodate! I also don’t mind waking up every few hours to take a dog out—I have not quite reached the age where sleep is important. I won’t allow your dog to roam around outside unleashed (sorry, but I don’t want to lose them!), but when they’re outside, I’ll make sure they have the freedom to run around to their heart’s content. Additionally, I’m willing to walk them in any weather they’ll put up with and even let them sleep on the couch/spare bed, if they’re not too dirty.

About: I have taken care of my own dogs and family members dogs growing up. We adopted a senior pit during the pandemic who is the sweetest dog ever. I am a teacher available to walk or care for your pet during the summer while on break! I am about to go on summer vacation from school so my schedule is going to open up. I am available most weekends and during the day. I have the friendliest pitbull in the world. We live in a quiet neighborhood. I have two levels of our house with a baby gate if you’d rather keep your dog separate. We love to go on walks!

About: I have cared for pets all of my life- from hamsters to parakeets to fish to cats to my parents German Shepherd! I now have an Irish doodle, Aurora, and a golden doodle, Blaze, who love new friends. My husband, Jordan, is also an avid dog lover, and his family raises Norwegian elkhounds; so between the two of us we have quite a bit of experience. The neighbors always know that they can leave their pets in our hands and not only will they be fed and cared for, but also receive lots of love and attention as well. I am able to do bathing/grooming when required, as well as administer medicine should the necessity arise. We have moved! We now live on Skinner Hill Road, Sempronius/ Moravia, about 12 minutes from our previous location on Salt Rd, Groton. Our family will be growing by one tiny human in October 2023, and I have quit my full time job in preparation of that! So, I now have extra time to give to your fur babies when they come to stay! At the Doodle & Kaboodle, we’re all about the dogs! I currently live in a large house in the country with my husband, Jordan, our daughter Arielle (born 2023), our Irish doodle, Aurora, and our golden doodle, Blaze. Our backyard is fully fenced with agricultural grade 5 foot fencing for lots of outdoor fun! The dogs also have free run of the downstairs of our home. Overnight, dogs are kept in crates. They may also be crated if they seem overstimulated or need a break from playing. However, they will spend the majority of their time playing freely with our dogs. If your pup is not accustomed to being crated, we will arrange a quiet place in the house for their down time. Tell me your dog’s schedule and I will do my best to replicate it. Dog pick up and drop off is between 8 am and 9 pm seven days a week. Drop ins and walks: I am now able to make a drop in or walk your pup any time, any day! Due to the increase in fuel costs, I can no longer travel more than 10 miles from home. I have raised my drop in/ walk prices as well to compensate for fuel; however, I have drastically lowered my “second dog fee” to help balance the price out for those of you who are lucky enough to have more than one dog. Males over 6 months must be neutered for safety reasons. Unspayed females are welcome. If your dog goes into heat while staying with us, I will do my best to care for her. However, I do not assume responsibility for accidental pregnancy. No dogs who have a history of being aggressive with dogs or people are accepted. For liability reasons, I am not able to keep pit bulls or any mixed breed pit bulls or staffordshire terriers in my home. All other breeds are welcome! For the healthy and safety of all dogs, every dog must be vaccinated against rabies, distemper, parvo, and bordetella, as well as be on an active flea/tick preventative, in order to stay in our home. We also require proof of a clean fecal test within the last 6 months to stay in our home. We appreciate your understanding that this is to keep everyone safe and healthy! When you decide to book, you are confirming that to the best of your knowledge your dog does not have any contagious health conditions including but not limited to parasites, giardia, ringworm, mange, and other skin conditions and parasites/worms. If your dog has an obvious illness when he/she arrives I reserve the right to turn him/her away for the health and safety for all other dogs in my care. If you are not sure if your dog may be ill, please tell me the symptoms before drop off so we can make a decision ahead of time. Please provide food, dishes, bedding, crate, leash, collar, and anything else your dog may need. If you are not able to bring a crate please let me know and I will see what I can do. I have a few extras but may not always have the size required. Every dog must have a buckle on collar or similar. Slip on leashes are not accepted. A collar with id tags is recommended. I have a tag with my phone number that I will attach to your dogs collar while staying with me if you are not able to provide one. Please note: all services require a meet and greet with the pet owner and pet before booking! Any questions, just ask! We can’t wait to meet you and your furry family member!

About: In addition to all dog or cat care I can clean stalls, feed barn animals, and care for all types of birds including chickens and ducks. I am available any weekday from 830-330, but can make exceptions. And anytime on nights and weekends, plus all holidays! Discounts available for loyal customers! Providing amazing care for your animal is always my priority. And I treat every home with respect and consideration. I can provide several references too!