Dog Boarding in Stow

Providing loving professional pet care!

About this sitter:

Hi,

My name is Jean, and my husband Russ and I are Professional Pet Care Providers and pet owners just like you. We have been married over 25 years, and have been caring for pets for all of that time. Over the years we have cared for dogs, cats, horses, rabbits, guinea pigs, reptiles and other exotic pets.

We know how difficult it can be to have to leave your pets in the care of others. That's why we started Pet Joy - pet sitters. Pets have always been a major part of both of our lives and an integral part of our family. We have a deep love and passion for animals and their health and wellness.

We care for ALL of our client's pets with the same responsibility, love and attention we give our own pets.

We are insured and bonded so that your home is safe and secure and well cared for just like your pets.

Jean & Russ

Why I love dog sitting

We have always had dogs our whole lives, and we both love them very much. We have both worked with dogs for the last 26 years of our marriage. We have taken many training and first aid classes as well as caring for so many dogs over the years.

About my yard

We have a large 2 acre back yard that is completely fenced in with a 5.5 foot fence. It is mostly grass with several large trees for shade.

We also have a small fenced in side yard for quick potty time.

My experience administering medication

Yes and we have experience medicating with pills, eye ointments, ear drops, and giving injections.

We specialize in TEACUP, TOY, MINIATURE, SMALL AND SMALLER SIZE LAP DOGS (Under 20 LBS). ... EVERY puppy parent receives multiple photos and stories of their puppies activities ...

My husband and I have loved and cared for dogs for over 25 years, including over 6 years of rescue work and foster care which included caring for tiny puppies. We understand "dog speak" and recognize stress, anxiety, when they're missing you, when they want a treat or attention and when they want snuggles and love …

In our home all dogs are treated like puppies and given lots of hugs, snuggles, and treats (which often include dog friendly fresh veggies, homemade puppy cookies or high quality treats). We are happy to take both young puppies and special needs dogs and are very familiar with the needs of diabetic dogs and their medications, blind and deaf dogs and dogs with special diets.

We have a large gated kitchen, a large gated deck and a large fenced and flowered area right off the deck, which dogs love because they can come and go whenever they want. We have other options for our puppy guests as well ... which include running around in our good sized back yard, (on lead lines to keep them safe). We also walk them around our very safe and dog friendly neighborhood twice a day ... our puppy guests are never left alone or unattended outside ... We are very careful, inside and out, with the safety of your little family members and treat them with love and care just as you would … and as we treat our own. We spend many lovely mornings with the puppies having coffee, tea and treats on the deck in the spring, summer and fall.

We have 2 resident puppies, both Min Pins … “G” who is 12 years old who came to us very ill and not expected to live, and “Bears” who is 10. They are fun loving, playful and enjoy having “company” both human and puppy. They greet everyone with a lot of noise and excitement but once here, they happily share laps, beds and toys with anyone who wants to play, snuggle or sleep.

One of us is home nearly all day, every day. There are always puppy's on our laps or sitting on our large oversize chairs with us throughout the day. Kenny, and all the dogs, usually take a nap in the afternoon, they all pile on either the recliner in the family room (or on our big chairs in the kitchen) and nap together. After dinner we all spend the evening in the family room playing, snuggling and watching TV.

We make sure the dogs go out a minimum of every 1 to 2 hours and if your puppy is a “puppy pad” puppy, we have the perfect place for that as well. We will make sure sleeping and eating arrangements fit your dog’s needs … and that they get plenty of attention, hugs, treats and love while they are here with us at their home away from home … We want them to have as much fun on their vacation as you have on yours ...

Hi!

I have a fenced in yard with plenty of room for running and play. I have 4 dogs of my own, 2 Labradors and 1 Pug and an English Bulldog. Your dogs will always be loved and played with.

About this sitter:

Hi!

I'm a college student with a passion for animals. My house is very pet friendly! We treat our babies as if they really were babies! Your pet will enjoy their stay. Only requirement is that they get along with other animals. My dogs are updated on all their shots and neutered. They love to play with others!

Why I love dog sitting

I have owned dogs my entire life. Currently I have a fenced in yard with amply space to run and play! I know how much your dog can mean to you, as mine mean everything to me. If you are familiar with dog training, my idol is Cesar Milan and our dogs are raised on his philosophy when it comes to training. They are a bonded group and very friendly to other dogs. If your dog is shy, an afternoon with my pups will make them happy, confident, and tuckered out!

- This website should have a question that says-- Why choose me?

So I'm going to answer that for you.

I am a really outgoing person and my love of animals is apparent to anyone who meets me. My dogs are my life, and my life is scheduled around them. My schedule is varied so I am not gone more than 4 hours at a time during the day. On the weekends I am always home. My fiance and I serve in the military, so I believe in holding myself to the highest standard there is - Excellence. I LOVE technology and the ways it can help us communicate. I will send pictures, videos, and even offer you the chance to facetime/skype with your beloved dog(s). Call or text me anytime and I will always get back to you ASAP. I chose to be a rover sitter because I think our house, neighborhood, and attitude is right for it. My fiance and I genuinely LOVE dogs. We have a very large yard and it's fenced in, so no worries! We also love to take our dogs to local dog parks which can also be an option for you if you are comfortable with it, especially because the weather is FINALLY breaking! We do prefer to do a meet and greet before booking the stay, and I like to exchange more personal information face to face. So give us a shot, come let your dog have additional companions during their stay, and go home with a tired, happy dog!

I will also be uploading a video introduction soon so be sure to look for that.

Thanks!

Meet my pets

2 Labrador Retreivers

1 Pug

1 English Bulldog

About my yard

We have a 1/2 acre lot with a fenced in back yard. There is plenty of room for running, fetching, and playing.

My experience administering medication

Yes! Please just give me direct written instructions. We will also talk about this during our meet and greet.

We currently have 2 dogs ourselves and enjoy every minute we have with them. We take them on a 2 mile walk everyday (when the weather is decent) and we have a large fenced in backyard for them to play in. Our dogs names are Jack and Jill and they are Pomeranians. They love to play and play and would enjoy playing with other dogs. We don't offer any discounts.

I have been watching my friends and family dogs overnight while they go on vacation for a weekend or a weeks vacation for a couple of years now. I’m pretty flexible in my work schedule so I have time to walk dogs to get them out of the house for exercise and go to the bathroom, check up on dogs in their own homes as well while owners are away and have a home to share for those who would rather me keep a dog overnight for a day or as needed. I will love and care for your dog and treat them like family while the dog(s) are in my care overnight or just walking and playing with them during the day as requested.

Hello

We are Allie and Tom. We have been with Rover (Doggy Vacay prior) for 4 years and have had numerous guests stay with us. We have had pets all our lives and love them. We live in Akron, in the Chapel Hill area and have two dogs of our own. We love to spoil them with attention and love. We have had pets all of our lives growing up and as adults.

We have a fenced in back yard that is kept locked. The dogs have free range of the house and the yard when they want to play outside, weather permitting. We promise to take care of your loved one as one of our own and make every effort to make them feel at home.

You can feel confident that your dog will receive the attention, love, safety and security they need, so you can have peace of mind.

We look forward to hearing from you and would love an opportunity to take care your loved one(s).

Welcome to Amy’s Animal House. A fun and safe place for your dog to vacation while you are away.

I began dog sitting when I was home all day going to school online to earn my Bachelor of Accounting degree after losing my job to outsourcing. I have recently graduated and am now working full time. I work close enough to home that I’m able to go home for lunch to check on the dogs and let them out. If your dog is used to being alone for 4 to 5 hours at a time I would love to watch them while you are out of town.

Your dog will have free roam of my home. Unless you have specific sleeping instructions or bring a crate your dog may sleep wherever he/she chooses. Many of the dogs I watch sleep on the bed with me. Our daily routine is a morning walk around the neighborhood (weather permitting). At lunchtime the dogs can play outside for about ½ hour. When I get home from work we go for another walk around the neighborhood. And the rest of the evening your dog can spend as much time outside as they want.

I grew up with a dog and have been a dog owner for 14 of the last 17 years. Life is much better when shared with a dog. I look forward to meeting you and your dog and spoiling him or her while you are away.

Me and the kids love dogs. We have an awesome yard. 6 and a half acres with a pond that is all chain link fenced. We play a lot and cuddle a lot with our pets. We have Belgian Melanois dog who loves to play and run a lot. He is always looking for a play date. I’m a stay at home mom so your pup is almost never by himself. We love to play fetch or just run around the yard with the dogs. Get them all tired and let them nap. I'm home most of the day and will keep an eye on your fluffy baby. We spoil our dog and can't wait to spoil yours. We can't wait to meet your pup!

If you're in search of someone who will care for and love your pet as much as you do, you've found the right person!

I'm a big-time animal lover who's grown up with dogs and cats my entire life (horses as well until I was 10). I have owned toy dog breeds all the way up to giant, easy-going to reactive, and passive to dominant. All dogs are unique (just like us!) and deserve to have their individual needs met—it's our duty as pet parents and pet lovers. I'm a business consultant who works from home and am able to provide the individualized attention and love your dog needs throughout the day.

I have 2 easy-going and friendly dogs of my own, Davina, a 9-month-old English Mastiff and Marley, a 17-year-old Chihuahua. Before boarding your dog with me I require a meet and greet for our dogs to ensure they get along. This is also a great time for us to go over any questions or instructions you may have to make time away from your pup as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. I also require crate trained pups (for their safety—no chewing/choking or otherwise harming themselves while being unsupervised) if boarding with me during weekdays as I need to leave the house for a few hours a day to take care of my other furry clients! I’m flexible on crate trained dogs during the weekend because either me or my fiancé are always home to watch over them.

I do not use pesticides or fertilizers in the yard, I use non toxic, pet-safe cleaners on the floors and all dog toys are non toxic and BPA free. I use toddler mattresses in place of dog beds and I also allow dogs on all furniture as well as in bed. The bed can get crowded with me, my fiancé and two dogs, so if your dog typically sleeps in bed with you and likes space, I will spend the night with them in the guest room.

If your dog is dog aggressive I won't be able to provide boarding. However, I can provide drop-in visits and walks if you have a dog or people aggressive dog. If your dog is people aggressive I require a meet and greet (or a few) in order to build a relationship with them while you are present before visiting on my own (I'm also happy to do this even if your dog has no aggression issues). A few breeds that I have experience with that have had aggression issues are South African Boerboels, Rottweilers and American Bulldogs.

Each and every visit or walk with your dog or cat you can expect a thorough pup/cat-date! This includes visit notes, distance and location walked, potty/water/food breaks as well as some glamour shots! Take a look at the last few photos in my profile to get an idea of the kind of photos you can expect from me!

If you’re interested in integrative medicine—modern paired with holistic—I’m passionate in this area. Though I’m not a medical professional I can help you brainstorm/research issues that you can then bring to your vet. This is something I practice regularly in my personal life and have had great success with and I’m more than happy to do the same for you and your pup!

**Please know that if you want me to dog sit in your own home, I am fine with any size dog! Just for boarding in my own home size is usually limited to small or medium sized dogs. **Also, prices are "per dog," but I usually offer a discount for multiple dogs.

Hi! My name is Laura and I've been a dog and pet lover my whole life. I've owned and loved my own miniature Schnoodle for 14 years now (Sniffy), and grew up with dogs. I've done pet sitting and dog walking on and off on my own for the last 20 years, and was also a professional dog walker and pet sitter for a year in WI.

As a pastor's wife and homeschooling mother, I have a busy but flexible schedule, so will do my best to work with your timing and needs. My husband and children all love dogs and are very good with them as well, so if you choose to have me care for your dog(s) in my home, it will be well loved! Our own dog is friendly with other dogs, too, but has recently become blind and almost deaf... My husband will also be around most mornings, evenings and weekends to help care for your pet. We're within 3 minutes of a vet office, and within 10 minutes of a 24-hour emergency vet center.

Our backyard is large and shady, and long leashes are hooked into the ground for your dog to have virtually free roam but the safety of not being able to run off. I can also take your dog on a walk or play catch in our backyard! I am comfortable and experienced in administering many medications as well. You may bring your own dog bed or crate if your pet is used to that for sleeping or when we have to run out for a bit, or your dog can sleep wherever they'd like in the house, including on couches and on some beds.

I am also available to come to your house for pet visits, walks and for overnight stays! And if you have multiple pets that I am caring for at your home or more than one dog that you may need to stay here, there will probably be a discount for those additional pets.

Wherever you choose to have me care for your pet, know that it will be in good hands and will be cared for and loved as if it were my own!