Dog Boarding in Zephyrhills

We Moved!!!! We have over an acre lot and we have almost a full acre that we just fenced in for all the pups to have plenty of space to run and let lose. We will be updating more photos of the new place as we finish each project. Thank you for your patience as we make this the best experience possible for your fur family. Since every dog is different we tailor to your needs, we offer vacation visits, Boarding at our home and Overnights at your home. Our family has a passion for all animals. All dogs are different, some pets love the excitement of a car ride to a new location and fun friends to play with, and some are happier in the comfort and security of their own home. We offer all options, so that you have the peace of mind that your babies are not only taken care of but are also happy while you are away. Some one is here most of the time since I work from home, we love having the company of our furry friends. If your pup loves to play my son Zach and daughter Abigail, pups Rocky, Fisher, and Spot love playing in the large fenced in back yard. Please let us know if you would like your pets to come vacation with us.

Why I love dog sitting

I have been an animal lover all my life. I have always owned different kinds of animals from pocket pets, small and large dogs as well as special needs dogs.

I have had experience with giving dogs vitamins, heart warm pills, daily Medication, and insulin shots as well as testing the sugar levels.

Boarding available Fall-Winter-Spring. We are dog lovers with lots of room for your dog to play indoors and out! Convenient to I-4 and US-98 in north Lakeland. We promise that your dog will feel right at home here. A brief Meet and Greet before your dog's FIRST stay here will let everyone get acquainted and comfortable, so please do schedule one. Our 12 year old dog, Charlotte, is an experienced and friendly hostess, although she may bark at first. Remember to bring your dog's bed, regular food, meds and dish when he comes to stay. There will be plenty of play time and chasing a ball in the yard for high energy dogs--or quiet nap time and tummy rubs for your older, mellow dog. (Please note our separate rate for puppies under a year old.) Our clients say it best--please check out our reviews!

We have a large home, with a spacious fenced in backyard, it also includes a doggy door for easy and independent access. Plenty of play room for the pups! We have two wonderful dogs ourselves, Luna and Kobe, who always enjoy having friends over. We enjoy working as a family to provide your pup as much love and attention as we can!

Morning and afternoon snacks are provided (Ex: Apples, carrots, bananas, or peanut butter kongs). For the hot summers we have pool parties on the patio. Evening walks are included daily. We can dispense medication if needed. Dogs are fed separately regardless of temperament, no toys please as they can encourage territorial behavior. We will play fetch and use balls at collective play time.

Boarding rate: is for 24 hours of care , if need more than 24 hours we offer daycare!

Rates/hours: 1-4 hour=s $10 5-8 hrs= $20 Pick up and drop off schedules are flexible.

We're Zach and Steph and we'd LOVE to watch your dog the next time you go out of town! We live in a 2 story town-home in New Tampa. We adopted Nala and Kiara in 2016 and they have been great with all of their doggy playmates!

**Please note that due to Nalas hip dysplasia, we cannot take large male dogs that will mount her**

Steph does Rover full-time and is always available!

We will send you texts and pictures to ease your mind. We want to keep a safe environment for everyone! Please let us know if your dog has any allergies.

*Please note for boarding it is for 24 hours, if drop off is in AM but pick up is in PM there may be additional fees for the additional time.*

**Our pick up and drop off times are between 9am-9pm**

*Please see "additional rates" to see holiday rates, puppy rates and more*

We live on about 70 acres of land in Land O Lakes, Florida. Our dogs (Black and Tan Coonhound mix named Sammy and Rottweiler mix named Comet) love to walk the land and go swimming in the various lakes and ponds. They hunt deer, squirrels, opossum, armadillos and more! It's a true dog's paradise and nice place for a medium to large dog to come visit. Sammy is a very docile dog that gets along well with other dogs. Comet is a friendly dog, but doesn't tolerate any dogs that are aggressive (not play aggressive, but mean aggressive). For this reason we always encourage a meet and greet.

During the summer I am home during the day and during the school year I come home during lunch and am otherwise a home body.

About this sitter:

My name is Eric and together with my dogs Comet and Sammy we live a "country life" in close proximity to everything in Land O Lakes. I am an elementary teacher, author, and president of Dreamers and Doers, Inc and not-for-profit that helps children pursue their dreams.

Why I love dog sitting

I have always been an animal lover. As a child I would rescue every stray cat I found, much to my parent's chagrin. When I was 14 we got our first dog, Ralph. Amazingly enough, Ralph was my mom's idea and from that moment on I became a dog lover. I have been involved with various rescue groups as a foster, and have been hired by many folks to babysit their dogs. My dogs, Sammy and Comet, are darn near royalty around our house.

About my yard

We have over 50 acres of fenced in land, but only about 15 of it are mowed. We have forest, swamps, and a couple of ponds. My dogs loves to hunt, but never goes without us. Of all of the dogs we've ever hosted here, none of tried to go exploring without us. We have trails in the woods and take the golf cart through for the dogs.

My experience administering medication

It depends. Pills and Creams, sure. Shots, no.

I am a former vet tech. I am passionate about caring for all animals and look forward to caring for your babies as well! I have two very sweet golden mixes and two cats that get along famously. My kitties are declawed, so please no agressive cat chasers. I have a teenager who looks forward to taking pups on runs, and a tween that loves to let doggies snuggle in her trundle bed. We are all just happy to have extra puppers to love on! A stay with us is filled with good times and happy dogs. I have kept all breeds from Chihuahuas to Great Danes. Dogs here are integrated into our family dynamic, and enjoy the comforts of a loving, playful home. Come meet us and check it out!

My wife and I have always owned dogs. We love playing and interacting with them. We have an oversized yard with a 6 foot fence that encloses 100% of the yard. In the summer, we fill up a kid sized pool if the dog wants to cool off.

I am known in my neighborhood as the Dog Walker. We have many tree lined parks that offer a nice comfortable walk (even in the hot muggy Florida summers).

Dogs are welcome to sleep on the bed if they choose.

Your pet will get plenty of attention, fun, and affection.

Recently, I had the honor to have been selected by DogVayCay to be interviewed by ABC News to talk about my experience being a dog watcher. Here is the link to that interview.

https://www.youtube. com/watch?v=2ma0TixAyp8

Your dog does not have to be home alone. My brother and I share a pleasure, which is giving time to the "forgotten". The elderly, our youth and animals which are in need of care and affection at all times. Dogs are always the best thing to come home to. They will always show that unconditional love for you when you walk in the door. We were was raised with dogs in our house all our lives. We also made sure our kids had that pleasure as well. We have plenty time and space now to care for your beloved dog. He or she will be in good hands and brighten our day as well. We have owned many dogs from a Chihuahua, German Shepard to a Cockapoo. All were given the same love, joy and attention and yours will get the same.

We offer a premium boarding and daycare service for your pup(s). We only care for one to three pups at a time, so your pup(s) will get lots of love and attention in our home. They will enjoy daily walks in our neighborhood, shaded with beautiful oak trees. Our quiet culdesac is safe, completely fenced in and shielded from main roads. We have plenty of room for your pup to roam and explore in our 2500 square foot home. Our children will give your pup lots of love and affection.

We accept dogs up to 40 pounds. All dogs MUST be friendly with children, fully house trained, neutered and on flea protection.

Please book early as we have limited slots available.

Thank you for considering our home for your pup!

I have had dogs all my life. I love dogs and own two of my own. They are the love of my life. I have always had a way with animals. They seem to gravitate toward me - and I have never met a dog/cat I didn't like. I am very reliable and caring. I have a great home and 2-1/2 acres of fenced in yard to take care of any and all fur babies. Your pets will look forward to their stay with me, rather than being unhappy that you are leaving them. I will take care of them as if they were my own. My boyfriend's dog Indiana actually perks up and waits to get in the car when he is told he is going to "Karen's house". He loves coming out here and running, trying to catch squirrels (which he never does), playing with the toys thrown for him and enjoying the sights and smells of being in a huge fenced in backyard in the country. He doesn't want to go home!