Dog Boarding in Starkey, NY

“Holy cow! Thanks Tim and Kathy! They took such great care of our 2 dogs for 2 weeks. So flexible on meet and greet, drop off and pick up times. Our high energy boxer is wore out, super unusual. And our high maintenance older pointer mix is just as peaceful as ever, his respiratory issue was taken care of well and that's a lot to keep up with. I can't say enough how much my wife and I appreciate the care they gave them. The fenced in yard with a good wood pile, walks, and pictures gave us peace of mind the whole time. We will book again with them anytime we need to and they're available.”

Dean L.

“We left Louie, our 10 year old toy poodle, with Pamela and her husband for 3 weeks. Louie needed to receive an assortment of medications throughout the day. Pamela was terrific! She took great care of Louie. She very clearly cares a lot of about pets and showed Louie a lot of love and attention. Her setting is ideal, located in the country surrounded by farmland. She has no pets of her own and only cares for one pet at a time. She sent us a lot of photos, almost every day, and told us how Louie was doing. We would definitely leave Louie with her again.”

Steven W.

“Our beagle Finn spent a week with Alara while we were on vacation. He was spoiled and treated wonderfully by Alara. It was very nice to get daily updates and pictures of Finn living the good life. He has typically gone to a very nice kennel but we’re glad we made the decision to board him this time. He was able to get lots of love and attention from Alara that a kennel wouldn’t be able to provide.This will be Finn’s new vacation spot when his humansi go away.??????????”

Sandy O.

“They did a great job taking care of my pup! He normally takes a while to warm up to strangers and gets stressed easily, but I could tell they made him very comfortable and he had lots of fun during his stay. He’s not the easiest dog to sit since he has medications and has certain behaviors in new environments, but they handled everything like pros and I got lots of updates throughout the day. They truly care about your pup and I could not have asked for better people to trust my dog with!”

Elizabeth O.

“I left my anxious 10 year old chihuahua, Jacques, for the first time ever at Hanna’s place for an extended stay. As expected, he was very nervous, but Hanna was very kind and patient with him and he clearly became comfortable with Hanna pretty quickly. Getting daily pictures and updates assured me that I had made the right decision in choosing Hanna to take care of Jacques. She will be the first person I contact when I need a sitter again!”

Jennifer S.

“Sam was the best! Very accommodating and you know that she cares about animals. Treated my dog Jaxie like her own and I could tell she was loved and had a great time away from home. First time using this service and my expectations were blown away, will definitely rebook with Sam in the future! Would give more than 5 stars if possible.”

Jon M.

“We couldn’t have asked for a better situation than the one we had with Beth. She made our dog (Alee) feel right at home. Alee had freedom to move around, a comfortable home and lots of attention. It was a wonderful few days for her. I highly recommend Beth- a great dog sitter!”

Mary J.

“Our bulldog Leia had an amazing time! She played a ton in the huge, fenced-in yard and seemed to be very well cared for and received a lot of personal attention. We received a lot of nice updates with photos and videos. She was very tired when she got home which is great! We hope to have Leia stay with Robert and Eileen again when we travel in the future.”

Alex K.

“Kim was absolutely fantastic with my dog, Daisy. I was worry-free on my trip as I received daily photos of Daisy playing, snoozing, and hanging out with Kim. Kim treated Daisy as her own and I will highly recommend her to anyone looking for a safe and comfortable home for their dog to stay while their away.”

Molly L.

“Andrea was a perfect sitter! She sent a picture of my dog and updated me daily to let me know he was okay. I felt comfortable and safe with my pup in her home. The experience was easy! Would book again.”

Susanna M.

“Couldn’t have asked for a better sitter for Chloe. She was responsive, upbeat and very capable. We received lots of photos of our pup looking very happy. She loved playing with Alex the dog and Jessica treated her like one of their family. It was a wonderful experience for us and our 7 month old puppy.”

Connie C.

“Dixie clearly loves taking care of dogs, and was a great host to Sunny for an overnight. Her place is large, and though it's unfenced, she keeps an eagle eye on her guests while allowing them to patrol, with the aid of a 50 ft leash. If we come back this way again, I'll be happy to sign Sunny up with Dixie again.”

Richard K.

“Rachel is so sweet with our dog! He stayed with her for a week when we were out of town, and Rachel sent us lots of photos and kept us updated on how he was doing. He definitely had a great time with her - we’ll book with Rachel again in the future!”

Manita H.

“We dropped off our puppy for the first time ever when in Ithaca for my boyfriends Cornell reunion. Frankie was so well taken care of! Aaron and Kaylee were so responsive and sent us photos and updates each day. Frankie was exhausted when we picked him up and I’m sure was sad to leave his new friends behind. If we are ever in the area again, we would love to use them again!”

Olivia D.

“We were very nervous leaving our dog but Sheila was very nice and friendly . She even sent us photos of our dog which I really appreciated and she took very good care of ginger . I highly recommend her and plan to use her services again .”

Humaira H.

“Tara was great!! She was so kind and patient. So thrilled we found her. I was nervous leaving my older dog with someone new, but she put me at ease. I loved her updates too!! Thank you!!”

Rachel P.

“Susan is incredible and I'm so glad to have found someone my very anxious dog can feel comfortable with when I'm gone. Susan kept me updated (with pictures when Jade would cooperate) regularly and was kind and patient, even when Jade decided to turn up the dramatics. Would absolutely recommend for anyone with an anxious dog who needs a little extra love and care!”

Brinna M.

About: I have been lucky enough to spend time with dogs of a range of ages, sizes, and personalities, from energetic puppies to sweet senior pups who need a slower pace and a gentle touch. I’m comfortable with a wide range of needs, just let me know! I take time to build trust, especially with shy or anxious dogs, and I always move at their pace. I also pay close attention to behavior and body language, so I can respond quickly if something seem off. But most importantly, I make sure that they're safe and happy, while waiting for their favorite person to come back to them. Caring for the fluffy angels is something I genuinely enjoy and prioritize in my daily life. My schedule is flexible and I can work from home, which means I can dedicate quality time to walks, play, feeding, and companionship without rushing. Whether I'm welcoming pets into my home or caring for them in their own space, I always focus on creating a calm, safe, and loving environment. I live in a quiet apartment surrounded by forest and green space, with very little car traffic in the neighborhood, which is perfect for peaceful walks and outdoor sniff time. At my place, I maintain a clean and cozy space with plenty of room for your doggie or kitty to lounge, play, or nap. In your home, I'll respect the privacy and cleaness of your space. I will follow your care instructions closely, from feeding routines to medication schedules and favorite toys, because I know how important familiarity and consistency is to their happiness.

“Thank you so much for watching our dog during the holiday season. Your availability was a godsend.”

Jacob S.

“Our puppy loved spending time with Claudia! She is kind, loving and welcomed our pet into her home. We received updates and photos throughout her stay, and there was no question that she was in good hands. We would definitely contact Claudia again!”

Nancy F.