About: I've had dogs most of my adult life and currently have a little Shichon named Ruby. We have a smoke free home with a fenced yard and doggie door. We take our pup out for daily walks. I'm home full time unless I'm working in Canada in the healthcare field and so would need to work around that. I usually work 2-3 weeks every 2 months. We have a fenced yard and lots of trails around for nice long walks. We also go to the beach at least twice a week.

“Kevin took great care of Gaspode and kept me informed on how he was doing. This really helped me out!”

Josh C.

“Hoover came home happy and got to meet a lot of fun animals (chickens & a bunny). Thank you for taking great care of him for the day!”

Carly B.

“I am over the moon about Daisy's full-day stay with Shannon and her family! I knew that Daisy had a great day because she fell fast asleep on the way home, and while she was happy to see me at pick-up, I could also tell she really liked her hosts. She went back and forth greeting me and going back to Shannon or her husband to get her head scratched; there was big tail wagging going on there! Shannon is certainly knowledgeable and experienced in caring for dogs, responsible, kept my pup safe, and supported Daisy's quirks and needs. She and her family followed my requests and instructions perfectly. Shannon sent pictures, which my husband and I so appreciated, and was responsive and clear in all her communications. She was flexible when I requested a time change for drop off and was fine when I wanted to come a bit earlier than scheduled for pick up. Daisy will be very excited, and I will be very happy & confident leaving her again with Shannon ~ I highly recommend her to care for your pet! You get her and her wonderful family!”

Judy E.

“Nancy was the perfect match for my little guy. And her home environment was like little dog heaven on earth. Everything worked out seamlessly. I would definitely rebook with Nancy without hesitation! Many thanks!”

Dede M.

“Amber and her adorable son took amazing care of 6lb senior Sophie! Great communication before and during the stay. I wasn't sure how Sophie would adjust but Amber has the magic touch and all went incredibly well. I'd definitely book with Amber again!”

Denise E.

“I cannot recommend Daniela enough for anyone in need of pet care services! I recently had the pleasure of entrusting her with the care of my two puppies for a day, and I couldn't be more impressed with her level of care and attention to detail. From the moment I dropped off my fur babies, it was evident that Daniela genuinely loves animals. She greeted them with warmth and made them feel right at home, which instantly put my mind at ease. Throughout the day, she went above and beyond to ensure that they were comfortable, safe, and happy. Daniela is incredibly sweet, attentive, and responsible. She provided regular updates, including photos and messages, which I greatly appreciated. It was clear that she treated my puppies as if they were her own. If you're looking for someone who will treat your pets with the love and attention they deserve, look no further than Daniela. I will definitely be returning to her for future pet care needs! Thank you, Daniela for your exceptional service and for taking such great care of my puppies!”

Hada K.

“Gene did a great job in watching my dog Sam. He sent me photos and updates of Sam enjoying his walk and stay. Gene is kind and made me feel comfortable that Sam is safe and well cared for. I will definitely book his services again.”

Malou B.

About: Hey there Dog Mama! You need a vacation! You've been working hard and deserve a break. Unfortunately, that vacation you want to take cannot include your dog. You booked your trip, and you are stoked. Yet you still lay awake at night wondering, who is going to take care of my dog? Wouldn't it be nice if your dog could enjoy his/her own vacation while you are on yours? But... You don't just trust anybody to care for your dog. You put a lot of time and effort into your dog, daily. You want to know that your dog is having a great time while maintaining good habits Your dream dog sitter understands dog behavior Your dream dog sitter understands dog training Your dream dog sitter is patient and compassionate Your dream dog sitter understands the time and effort it takes to train a dog I get it mama! I see you. I hear you. I feel the same way when it comes to finding a sitter for my dog. Well look no further... REACH OUT TO ME TODAY! I am a lifetime dog owner/lover. In 2009 I discovered my passion for working with dogs and started actively training my dog(s). I fostered dogs for 4 years for a small Pit Bull Rescue. All of my foster dogs received crate training, basic obedience training, and socialization while living with me. I am a Certified Search and Rescue K9 handler with a Certified SAR K9, Zephyr (I trained him) and have certified 1 dog previously (RIP Popeye 2024). I have been involved with K9 SAR Since 2012. I am an active person. I love hiking and walking with dogs! I am a firm believer in incorporating our animals into our everyday lives. I also believe that dogs are at their best when they are given structure (defined play time, exercise/work time, and rest time). Thus, this is what I practice with my dogs and my clients' dogs. I work from home and create my own schedule. I leave home briefly between 7:30am and 8:30 am to take the kids to school/daycare and pick-up between 4:00pm and 5:30pm. I have 1 friendly energetic labrador that is happy to play if your dog wants a playmate. I do not force dogs to interact. If you choose to have your dog mingle with my dog, introductions will be done slowly and interaction will NOT be forced. All dog play/mingle time is supervised by me. Dogs are never left loose together unattended. If dog personalities do not mesh well, I crate and rotate. ~Dogs must be crate trained: I crate dogs at night and when I have to leave home for short periods of time. ~If your dog is well adjusted to car rides (temperatures & activity permitting) I will take your dog with me when I leave the house. ~I feed dogs separately typically in the crate regardless of temperament. ~I closely monitor both of my children (4yrs & 2yrs) when around the dogs and teach them appropriate behavior around dogs (ignore until given permission to interact). ~Dog must be child friendly. The dog must be able to coexist, he/she does not have to interact with my children.

“Shahnaz is great with my gal Em who visited for the second time. She was excited to play and hang out in there backyard. Will definitely visit again.”

Erin M.

“Dave and Shannon kept me updated with messages and photos, I will definitely use them again. They took great care of our dogs”

Sandra T.

“Norelvis and Chris were wonderful in taking care of my puppy. They were very caring and understanding. I’ll definitely bring my puppy to their care again.”

Tai C.

“Kara was wonderful! She was able to take care of Jake last minute, was flexible and easy to work with. Communication was great, got lots of cute photos while she cared for him, and took him on a hike which he loves. Would love to work with Kara again when I am in the area next time. Highly recommend!”

Veronica G.

“Nikki was better than great. She took such good care of Oliver. Her dogs Whiskey and Pickle were so well behaved and played great with Oliver. She took pictures during the day and sent them to me. I would definitely book with her again. I would never try anyone else in this area unless she was busy.”

Sandy S.

“Clarisbel was so caring with our doggie! Emma felt at home and we are very pleased!”

Deena D.

About: I love dogs. I lost my dog a few years ago, and looking to care for other small to medium size dogs (30 lbs max). Since I work from home I have flexibility throughout the day to take care of your puppy needs and give them love, care and attention. I have a huge fenced backyard and there is tons of room for the dogs to run around, fetch the ball and explore the yard. I have two young boys who love to play with dogs too.

“Sandy really loved her time with Denise and Quarky. She tried to run back into Denise's house as we were putting her in the car, so we'll definitely have to book again, the next time we're in Santa Cruz. Denise was easy to communicate with and drop-off/pick-up was a breeze.”

Amanda Z.

“Soma was communicative throughout our dog’s stay and provided helpful feedback as he is new to our family and we are still working on his confidence.”

Hillary H.

“Yajaira is amazing, communicative and wonderful. She would give us updates with messages and pictures. She made it feel very safe to have our dog in her care. Would highly recommend.”

Medina S.

“Jacob and Leilani had a fun day. He’s a sweet, intelligent guy that has great tips and calm energy. I feel that’s exactly what she needed was that perfect match! I was so glad to find Jacob and that he was available within a day. That is a rarity! He had Leilani run as much as she wanted. She’s super happy! Thanks Rover and Jacob! Leilani’s Dad”

Vito S.