Dog Boarding in Upper Montclair, NJ

“Karen was so wonderful to my little old lady, Lola. She received excellent care and snuggles while I was away. Thank you so much for everything, Karen!!”

“Raya is a amazing perosn she’s very good with dogs she compassionate person she has a nice backyard and was very good with my dog she went above and beyond to take care of all of my dogs needs”

“Digdem was so wonderful! This was my second time leaving my dog with her and she was extremely responsive and reliable. Will definitely leave him with her again, highly recommend!”

“My pup Ace had so much fun! I felt 100% comfortable and at ease leaving Ace with Alice. Ace is a new diabetic so it was nerve racking to leave him for the first time knowing he needs a lot of attention and care but he got that and more. We spoke everyday and got constant updates. I definitely recommend Alice & Ace has two besties now, River and Willow! ❤️”

“Alex took great care of Honey and sent lots of photos of her enjoying her stay. She made herself right at home at Alex's house. I have already booked another stay!”

“Very professional and caring.”

“Val is a fantastic reliable dog sitter and took great care of our French bulldog over a long weekend. He was well cared for and she sent us multiple updates throughout his stay. I would definitely recommend anyone else to use her and we are looking forward to booking her again!”

“My dog, Fendi Papas, was enamored on first site. I am always sceptical meeting new people and trusting them especially with one of my prized family members. However, his reviews are well worth it and I would have known otherwise from the moment we were reunited. Thank you for the help.”

“Desi and Marilyn provided our pup with the best care imaginable! Our return flights delayed…the comfort of knowing she was welcomed and loved was the greatest relief. Their home is a pup paradise! By far the best care and yes, Bug will be back.”

“Our pup had a good, relaxing stay and that was in no small part due to Estefania’s attentiveness, knowledge and caring for dogs. Starbuck can’t wait to visit again!”

About: A lifelong devotee of our four-legged friends, having shared my home with everyone from a majestic Chow Chow-Husky mix, a dignified Pekinese, to a spirited Dachshund. While Boxers hold a special place in my heart, my affection knows no bounds when it comes to breeds; I believe every dog has its unique charm. It's no surprise that my friend's pets often find themselves comfortably at my side, feeling the warmth of my genuine love for all canines. Though I don't hold professional training certifications, my life has been a rich tapestry of hands-on experiences with dogs of all temperaments. I am deeply committed to respecting the routines and training regimes established by their owners, rewarding good behavior to foster a well-balanced, happy dog. My approach to care is simple yet profound: I follow your lead, ensuring your dog's needs are met with patience, understanding, and lots of love. Special care needs? Consider them covered following all instructions, medication schedules, and appts necessary. My dog, Chico, a resilient soul I rescued as a newborn, has been my loyal companion for nearly 15 years. Despite his age, he exudes the playful spirit of a puppy I work from home and run errands a few times a week for less than a couple of hours. However, if a service is scheduled that requires my full attention, I will be sure to accommodate the pup's needs first. Caring for pets in any setting is centered on their safety, comfort, and happiness. I start with a thorough meet-and-greet to understand their needs and routines. In both my home and a client's, I ensure a safe, familiar environment, sticking to established routines to minimize stress. I meticulously manage feeding, exercise, and medication, providing regular updates to owners. Exercise, play, and companionship are key; I tailor activities to each pet's energy level and ensure they receive plenty of affection. Observant of their health and behavior, I'm prepared for emergencies, respecting the owner's home and maintaining cleanliness. My approach combines love, attentiveness, and ongoing education in pet care best practices, ensuring pets are well-cared for, happy, and thriving. I walk to local parks with my pup Chico who is a deaf/mute 14 lbs dachshund. I have an area by my home that is grassy and planted with large trees for extra shade when needed.

“Charlie was great! Very responsive and kept us posted with updates throughout the stay. He is very knowledgeable about animals. Will definitely use Charlie again in the future.”

“James was diligent with sending updates and pictures. He was very accommodating and attentive to my pets needs. His yard is not fully fenced in. Great dog sitter”

“Funda is just amazing. She took good care of my furbaby even with my short notice. She made it easy for us too as we were all set with our appointment yesterday. The rover sitter I booked last week cancelled my booking at the last hour due to an untoward incident. Funda was all flexible with my need as to her availability for drop off and pick up time. Cuppy had a great time playing in her huge yard with her kids. He felt safe with them. She also sent photos and videos of Cuppy. I highly recommend Funda to be your next dog sitter. She’s just wonderful! We will request her again for our future need. Thank you so much Funda!”

“Enis took very good care of Sophie while we were away for the weekend. He has a very calm and caring demeanor. He sent some pictures and was very responsive to my texts. I was a little nervous leaving her because she is a diabetic and needed her insulin injections at meals. He was able to give her the shots as instructed. She seemed very happy when I came to pick her up. Definitely recommend and will visit again!”

“Ruby has stayed with Manuel a number of times and every stay, Ruby is so happy when I go to pick her up. She gets so excited when she sees Manuel, I feel so comfortable leaving her in his care. If you’re looking for a dog sitter he is the best!”

“Stacy was amazing with our dog Sherlock, providing many updates and photos. She is very friendly and was quick to answer any questions that we had. When we picked up Sherlock he was relaxed and obviously very well looked after and given lots of love and attention during his stay. We would definitely use Stacy again to look after Sherlock.”

“Dee was so patient and kind with Bronx! He is a high anxiety dog, so I appreciate her patience with him during their walks. Dee's home is clean, inviting and comfortable, so I totally felt comfortable leaving Bronx there after our meet and greet. She also lives on a street with lots of grassy areas and right next to a beautiful park. If we need a dog sitter in the future, I wouldn't hesitate to book with Dee again!”

“Couldn’t have asked for a better sitter for our pup while away on vacation! Received lots of great daily updates and when our return flight was cancelled Katherine was so understanding and flexible! So great to know someone who cares and is so compassionate!!!”

“Becky and Danny are amazing! Ace had such a wonderful time with them and Percy, and I love that they have a backyard space for the pups to run around in. They are very communicative, responsible, and lovely people, and I felt really safe and secure leaving Ace with them, I loved that they sent daily updates and pictures. Will happily use them again in the future whenever I need someone to watch Ace.”