Doggy Day Care in Squaw Island, Buffalo, NY

“Max was wore out once I got him home so I know he had a fun day. Brian was great at updating me on Max’s day. I’ll definitely use them again to watch Max”

About: . As cliché as it sounds , dogs are my life! I am passionate about the way they communicate. I highly enjoyed back when I volunteered at a foster rescue agency in Charlotte, NC. This opportunity polished my skill of handling myself in high pressure and high energy situations when it comes to dogs and cats. Working for Rover, growing up with dogs, and volunteering was another rewarding pet experience I had which gives you basic but hands on independent experience with clients and there furry loved ones. Rover is actually my main job. It’s enough to support yourself as well as I love the schedule flexibility. I am home most of the time and if I do leave it’s usually just to the grocery store or maybe to dinner. I love being home and watching TV or doing some type of new art. I’m studying to attend Animal Behavior College so I can train PTSD Service dogs and maybe even help socialize shelter pups. As I said I am home most of the time minus the normal grocery store run or what have you. They will get frequent potty breaks as well as a nighttime long walk to wind down so shall they stay overnight. If they have any problem areas,I like to dedicate a small slot of time to enrichment aka knowing as training time. Great way to help me practice as well as help any areas a part might need to work on… Not that they’re not perfect as is 😇. I’m a single mom who has my son by myself full-time however, please don’t think that will interrupt the level of care or undivided attention that your pup will have! My son loves animals he absolutely gets so excited whenever I have a client! Due to being a single mother, I am home full-time, and Rover as I said as my main job. Although I don’t even look at it as a job I seriously love what I do. Whenever I do have a client, I like to adapt to whatever your pups schedule is! I don’t mind getting up as early as 6 AM if that’s what they’re used to. I found that it’s better to keep them on the schedule that they have at home as it helps them acclimate to being away from home. I love my clients and I’m very signature with each one. I like to tailor my service based on the clients needs. For instance, if they are an anxious client with separation anxiety, I will sleep in the living room with them so they do not feel alone. I even like to do little blanket forts with my son and the client and that gives them a little den to feel safe in. If they don’t mind being in the bedroom they are more than welcome in there. I give each client free roam of my home. Whether you choose your home or mine, I will focus solely on making sure your fur baby is not only cared for, but stays entertained as well as meet all of their needs accurately and on time. What’s more is that my home is a calm, peaceful, spacious 4 bedroom with a good size backyard. In the backyard, I have a stake leash tie out so your pup can be secured since it’s not fully fenced in but they also will have about a 20 foot diameter to roam around and feel free. I never leave any client unattended out there however just for safety precautions. In my home, I have plenty of guest items in case you forget anything such as toys, food/water bowls, beds, even doggie sweaters in three different sizes for the colder months and doggy boots in two sizes in case it’s muddy/rainy! I offer meet and greets before the sitting so you and your fur baby can get comfortable and acclimated with myself and my home and I can then address any concerns and answer any questions you may have. During the meet and greet I will also ask YOU a few short yet detailed questions to make sure I take the utmost care of your fur baby while you’re away be it in your home or mine! Some of the questions include specific feeding times, vet & ICE information, favorite, toys, and games, and discuss any behavior issues or anxieties and how I can best comfort them! All pups get to go home with a thank you card and a new toy whether it’s a rope, ball, or squeaker depending on what their favorite is! As you’ll see, it’s an option to take care of your pup in your home if you’re more comfortable with that. When you book housesitting, this includes of course, first and foremost, taking care of your fur baby just the way I would at my house but also includes watering any plants, bringing in any packages or mail, and though it’s not specified through Rover, I like to go above and beyond, so I don’t mind doing any laundry or lighthouse cleaning. I assure you when you arrive home your home will be in the same if not better condition then you left it!

“She was great. She did more with my dog than I do when I’m with her. She helped my on every drop off and pick up. Whenever I’m back in town she will be my first choice. One thousand stars isn’t even enough! Thank you so much. You saved my life by taking care of my Dobie”

“Paws-itively a wonderful experience with Alex from the start. Pattie enjoyed being with Alex! I felt 100% comfortable leaving her with him and without him, our vacation would not have been so special. Thank you, Alex!”

“Laura was great! Very responsive and flexible and I got picture updates throughout the day. My dog had a blast!”

“I'm the 40 years that I have known Jackie, she has always shown great care for her animals. She is meticulous with their needs. She is also very dependable in her work. She would make a great pet sitter or dog walker.”

“We appreciate Mindy's flexibility with our dog sitting needs while visiting Buffalo. She was friendly and communicative, too. Our dog seemed happy and relaxed in Mindy's home. Will be using Mindy's services again.”

“Our pup Avocado had a blast with Beth’s three dogs, each of whom was an excellent host. Beth was responsive and caring, and exceptionally kind and understanding when Avocado had tummy issues due to the fact that he (unbeknownst to us at the time) ate some food that disagreed with him before we dropped him off.”

“Melissa was very welcoming to us when we arrived. She and my fur baby hit it off from the start and she was very attentive to her needs. She would be someone I’d call upon again.”

About: ✨ Welcome to private care for your dog. We only accept bookings from one family at a time.✨ Our one visitor at a time policy helps with: 🥇Less opening/closing of doors preventing an escape. 🥈Lower chances of fighting amongst unfamiliar dogs which decreases the risk of spreading diseases. 🥉The opportunity to have time and space to hang out together. ❗️Our rates are higher than some other sitters & kennels in the local area. Please note that this is because of the unique service offering of private dog sitting. We are not in competition with businesses that take on multiple clients at once. We thank you for your understanding and for your business! 📸 Anxious about spending time apart from your four legged friend? Not to worry, a daily photo and description will be sent to calm those nerves. If you’d prefer, you can also have a quick video call with them! 🇨🇦💲🇺🇸 All rates are in Canadian dollars. Enjoy the exchange rate savings by booking with us! 👬 Both my partner and I have taken care of dogs since early childhood. They have been an integral part of our day to day lives. Providing care to someone without a voice means understanding their emotions and expressions. 🕐 If your booking is accepted it means that we will be present with your dog. Any work conducted outside of Rover is fully remote. 🔒 We maintain a gated, locked, and fully fenced in backyard. This means that there is no risk of a dog escaping on our watch!

“This was a last minute booking and Holly was more than eager to watch our Anakin. Holly was a delight to meet, very friendly, outgoing, and personable. She was great with Anakin and sent us updates, pictures throughout the day and had him play with her dog and asked if she could give him things before providing anything. Holly made us feel at ease and Anakin was very happy when we picked him up and even got a new toy which he has not let go. We highly recommend Holly for your pet care needs and will use her again if we’re in the area. Thank you Holly!”

“My pup had the best time with Mariana and Enrique! I reached out to them with a last minute request and they were so accommodating. Took him on lots of walks and trips to the park. I will absolutely book an additional stay with them in the future. Your pups will be in great hands :)”

“Rudy had a wonderful time with Jaddua. He reassured us with many updates, photos, and was a very caring dog sitter. He loved giving Rudy all the attention and love he needed. We will definitely book again in the upcoming future. Thank you!”

“Meghana is a dedicated and caring individual who goes the extra mile to ensure the well-being of the animals she takes care of. She is committed to the both physical and emotional needs of the animals, as well as the safety too. Having someone like Meghana to look after your beloved pets can provide peace of mind, knowing that they are receiving the attention and care they deserve. If you are considering a pet caregiver, I personally suggest Meghana would be an excellent choice with my personal experience. She is someone who prioritizes the well-being of your pets and understands the importance of a personalized and compassionate approach to animal care.”

“Lauren connected very well with my fur girl from the very beginning. Looking at the pictures that she share I could definitely see that being outside on the balcony with Lauren was one of her favorite times of her stay....as she took in the sights and sounds of the neighborhood along with catching a few rays!”

“Monica was great! She was available and super wiling on short notice! It was my first time using Rover and I was not at home but actually in a new city. I wasn’t sure hit I really needed a hand so I gave her a shot! She was great, kept me posted and updated the whole time. I think my doggo had a good time because she was real tired when I picked her up lol, slept the whole way! Definitely will book Monica again when I’m in the area.”

“I left my pup with Ariel for the day while I was in town visiting Niagra Falls. She was great to work with me on the details, and my pup seemed well taken care of!”

“My fur girl really enjoys her time with Melissa — Melissa is in tune with her needs and can read her cues well. I’d recommend Melissa to anyone who has a fur baby who needs extra TLC!”

“Julia was so sweet and helped Finney feel right at home. She was attentive to all his needs and even sent me pictures and updates throughout the day to let me know how he was doing. I’m so happy she could help me out!”

“Grace is a great dogsitter. She goes above and beyond to make sure the dogs are safe and comfortable. She is very responsible, respectful, dependable, and hard working.”