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K-9 Designs Pet Paradise Inc.

K-9 Designs Pet Paradise Inc.

5.0 (34)
K-9 Designs is a small business with a love for our local community. We know the importance of our furry friends who come to visit us here at K-9. We also know that every dog is unique. Whether they're brand new puppies, aging seniors, show dogs, or rescues, we deliver the same unconditional care and tailored services to make every dog's visit as comfortable as possible.  Providing both grooming and boarding services, our whole business revolves around taking good care of our client's dogs. All of our groomers are certified, experienced and familiar with varying breeds and are led by a Head Groomer who has been in the business for over 4 ... View Profile
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Shebba Seplow's Grooming / Dog& Cat Daycare

Shebba Seplow's Grooming / Dog& Cat Daycare

5.0 (20)
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The Furry GodParents

The Furry GodParents

5.0 (6)
Hi there,  Jess here!  I'm the owner of The Furry GodParents LLC;  a full pet service. I've grown up with large breeds in my home, like German Shepherds, Rottweilers, and Labradors; so I can care for any pet big or small.     I do also help with sitting and boarding.  Whether you're at work all day and need a quick check - in,  or gone on a weekend trip or long vacation,  your fur babies are in excellent care.  I will work with your schedule as we see fit to ensure quality service.  I strongly suggest a Meet-and-Greet so you can see the passion I have beforehand!  We will discuss goa ... View Profile
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Buck's Dog Training, LLC

Buck's Dog Training, LLC

5.0 (5)
Certified IACP & Licensed Dog Trainer with over 20 years experience working with and training dogs of all Sizes, Breeds and Ages.  We utilize many methods to gain the desired behavioral results from your K9.  We can provide for Therapy Dog and AKC Canine Good Citizen testing and Certification.  We also provide Service Dog Training and Aggression/Fear de-sensitization and behavior modification training.  Check out our Web Site, Facebook, Instagram or just give us a call to discuss our training options to begin a better relationship with your K9 companion!   www.BucksDogTraining.com www.Facebook.com/BucksDogTra ... View Profile
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The Pampered Pooch Bed And Biscuit

The Pampered Pooch Bed And Biscuit

5.0 (3)
i have been boarding dogs for over 25 years.   My house is very doggie friendly with a large double fenced yard and nothing that could injure your dog.   They have full run of the house. Unfortunately I only board dogs under 40 pounds. All dogs need to be socialized as I do not cage my guests. 
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🐾 Lisa’s Pet Sitting 🐾

🐾 Lisa’s Pet Sitting 🐾

5.0 (2)
Doggie Vacays At My House! Going on vacation? Work all day? Have a last minute commitment? Forget overpriced kennels! Have your furbabies stay at my house instead! This will be their home away from home. Whether your furbaby stays with me for a day, a week or longer, you can be cconfident I will give your doggie the best care and love him or her like my own. I prefer dog sitting at my house but I will sit at your house if necessary. For instance if you have cats or other pets that need sitting at your house or if your dog feels more comfortable at his or her own home. If your furbaby will be staying at my house he or she must like or at lea ... View Profile
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Beth’s Doggie Daycare And Boarding

Beth’s Doggie Daycare And Boarding

5.0 (2)
I priovide one on one attention to dogs while in my care. We have 3 doggies ourselves and provide a fabulous experience for your beloved pet. Private home care for your pets. I provide photos and updates. Your dog will be part of our family during his or her stay.
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Happy Tayls Of Philly

Happy Tayls Of Philly

5.0 (1)
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Tyler’s Dogs Walks And Sitting Care

Tyler’s Dogs Walks And Sitting Care

5.0 (1)
Ever since I was young I always loved animals all kinds especially dogs, but now that I’m old enough and have my own dog by myself, I see that I want to give the same same love and care to other people’s dogs as I do my own. 
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Www.dogsitter247.com

Www.dogsitter247.com

5.0 (1)
DogSitter247.com offers a solution to the growing demand for quality private specialized dog care! Providing private individual specialized dog care in the comfort of a home environment.  Providing a safe environment for your dog to play, rest, or heal and recover by providing a stress-free care-service. Offering personalized one on one supervision to meet the care needs of your pet in a comfortable inviting environment that is better for your pets over-all well-being.   Offering a quiet and safe home with a large privately fenced yard for your dog to run and play. Pets can relax on the large cover ... View Profile
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Dog Gone Good Training Grounds LLC

Dog Gone Good Training Grounds LLC

5.0 (1)
My business stands out because I am a traveling dog trainer that travels to all my clients and train there four legged friends/kids in their home. I also take the time out to build relationships with each dog and owner and even extend offers to board there dogs, pick there dogs up for a day to train and more. 
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Bonehead'z Dog Training

Bonehead'z Dog Training

5.0 (1)
Our dog's are our families. We treat yours like their our own. 
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PetLove

PetLove

5.0 (1)
I have been working with animals since 1987 in all aspects and will go above and beyond with services such as grooming/bathing, housekeeping, laundry, care of plants, take in mail/newspapers, take pet on excursions, i.e dog parks, pet stores, administer medication(s)and any other requests usually included in base price. I am CPR/AED certified and hands on experience in vet tech services such as allergy shots, insulin shots, glucose reading, etc.(just ask) I am also the founder of "Jakey's mobile rescue unit" ... View Profile
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Dee & Bre Dog Care

Dee & Bre Dog Care

5.0 (1)
I am flexible, I am available in emergency situations when last minute sitter is needed.  I send daily updates and pictures.  I like the owners to feel comfortable knowing the fur babies are happy and well cared for.  
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Holiday House Pet Resort

Holiday House Pet Resort

5.0 (1)
Veterinary Vet Hospital on site.  50 Acres in Doylestown. Loving staff!! Your dog is an important member of the family, so providing loving guidance and care strengthens trust and the family bond.  Learning obedience skills, proper manners and developing leadership using positive reinforcement establishes your expectations and sets safe boundaries for the dog. The Stay & Learn dog training experience blends work with play and all the amenities of a resort stay. ... View Profile
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Christina's Pet Sitting

Christina's Pet Sitting

5.0 (1)
I provide quality Pet Care in the Skippack/Schwenksville and surrounding areas. I have a passion for animals and I stand out out from other Pet Sitters because I train weekly with a reputable animal behaviorist. Also, I will be soon be providing reiki for animals! 
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Pets Are Inn Bucks County

Pets Are Inn Bucks County

We have pre-screened Host families that watch your four-legged family member in their homes. We give free consultations so that we get to understand all of the ins and outs of your pet.  
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Tammy Lewis Pet  Sitting Service

Tammy Lewis Pet Sitting Service

Hi my name is Tammy I absolutely love animals  I have such a passions for animals  former care and happiness for. them  I think I would absolutely be  perfect for. this kind of service I have  lots of land  for them to play  and lots of love to give  This is my first time in this kind of business but I know I am, perfect for this  I have had dogs my whole  life  ... View Profile
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Dogtopia Of Elsmere

Dogtopia Of Elsmere

At Dogtopia of Elsmere, we’re known for our clean facility and friendly staff who know every canine client by name. Since August 2012, we’ve been offering dog daycare, boarding, grooming and dog training to the residents of Elsmere, Wilmington, Prices Corner, Greenville and Hockessin. You’ll receive award-winning service when you bring your pup to Dogtopia of Elsmere. We are the proud recipients of The Delaware News Journal’s Readers’ Choice Award in 2014, 2015 & 2016! ... View Profile
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Dog Boarding With A Family

Dog Boarding With A Family

 When your dog needs care, let your favorite friend stay with a family in their home. Open for drop off and pick up Monday-Sunday 7:30am - 7:30 pm We have families for your dog to stay with in: Huntingdon Valley, Glenside, Wayne, Bryn Mawr, Berwyn, P.Meeting, Newtown Square, Wallingford, Gladwyn, Havertown, Broomall, and Cochranville.    I have a veterinary school education and now devote my time to giving and overseeing the best dog boarding service for your dog in and around the Main Line. Don't take your best friend to a kennel when you are away. Bring them to the comfort of one of our families and leave their ... View Profile
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Adventures Of Brigid’s Petsitting 🐾

Adventures Of Brigid’s Petsitting 🐾

Hi! My name is Brigid and I am a 28 year old stay at home mother of a 7 year old son and a 1 year old daughter who has a passion for animals. I worked at PetSmart for 4 years doing all kinds of duties there with various animals. I also have been watching family's dogs for years while they are away. I have a 5 year old German Shepard (Aries) and a 4 year old cat (Jack) of my own. I've had pets my whole life growing up. I can't imagine having a home without having a dog. A house is not a home without a dog. I am very reliable and respectful of my clients homes. I am the perfect match for your fur babies :) :) ... View Profile
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Paws & Obey Dog Training, LLC

Paws & Obey Dog Training, LLC

As an animal lover her entire life Christina Micarelli finds nothing more exciting than working with dogs every day. She has always been very interested in learning about how to communicate with dogs to help their owners understand what they are saying and how to train them to be the dog they were always meant to be. ​ After graduating Rutgers University with a bachelor's degree in Psychology it was clear to Christina that human psychology and animal psychology were closely related. She became the Behavior and Transport coordinator at a local animal shelter where she worked hands on with dogs of every breed, ... View Profile
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MAIN LINE DOG SITTING

MAIN LINE DOG SITTING

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The Collar Club

The Collar Club

I’ve always loved and have a passion for animals. While in college I worked at a groomers. Now I’m mom to a blue nose pit named Luckie, he’s an extremely friendly 6 month old pup! I believe animals are apart of the family too and should be treated as such. Here they will be fed grain free food and filtered water. I’m a strong believer in play time so we will have a ton of fun! Your fur baby will be in extremely good hands. I take pride in being able to make any pet feel like they are the only ones in the room. By showing them the love and affection they need while you’re away!  Currently I am studying to be ... View Profile
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Advenced K9 Training Of Bucks County

Advenced K9 Training Of Bucks County

I specialize in board and train, your dog will go home fully trained off leash they will do sit down stay Come when called!! Training dogs close to 50 years, training director for three different clubs over the last 30 years shuzhound training which is tracking, obedience, protection, for the last 28 years I compete in national championships I am the trailer to the trainers,  Trust your dog experience!! 917 692 3650 text or calls preferred.  ... View Profile
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Nora’s Pet Sitting

Nora’s Pet Sitting

Hi everyone! My name is Nora, I’m a teenager looking for a summer job in Philadelphia! I live in the northeast though so something around there would be perfect! I absolutely love pets and have 4+ experience with them and I love babysitting kids as well and have 2+ experience (some paid) I can cook, do basic needs and clean like everyone else would I cook really well and most of the kids I babysat really liked my food! I also do arts and crafts, play with them, do activities & can teach them things or help with homework etc. For pets, I can play with them all day long, feed them, clean them and I have and will buy many things in my ... View Profile
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Frequently asked questions

What is dog boarding?

It happens to the best of us—we have to go out of town or work on a big job and there’s no one to look after the dog. Thankfully, there are a fair number of dog boarding opportunities for your dog near your home. Dog boarding kennels provide your dog a safe and secure place to call their home away from home while you are away. Dog boarding is sometimes accompanied by other services, such as dog training and dog grooming.


How much does dog boarding cost?

Dog boarding will cost about $40 a night, depending on where you live, the size of your dog, and how long of a stay your pet needs. While the cost of boarding your dog may depend on a number of circumstances, most companies charge per day and/or night. Overall, you can expect the range to be between $25 and $85 each night.


What vaccinations do dogs need for boarding?

Dogs need proof of Distemper, Parvo and Bordetella (kennel cough) annually and Rabies every 1-3 years. Puppies must be 10 days past their final round of distemper/parvo vaccination before kennels will accept them for boarding. Vaccinations need to be given no less than 7 days prior to boarding. If this is the dog's first Bordetella vaccination, it must be given 2 weeks prior to boarding.


How old does a dog have to be for boarding?

For all breeds of dogs, most dog kennels require the dog to be at least 4 months old (12 to 16 weeks) old. This is because all certified kennels require incoming puppies to have had their first round of adult shots at 12 weeks, followed by the second round at around 16 weeks.


What do I need to take my dog to the kennel?

When preparing to take your dog to the kennel, remember to:

  1. Be up to date on their vaccinations. Vaccinations need to be given no less than 7 days prior to boarding.
  2. Pack plenty of your dog’s usual food for the length of their stay.
  3. Pack any medications or supplements that your dog may need.
  4. Pack your dog's leashes.
  5. Write a list of any special instructions you may have for your kennel regarding feeding times, portions for food, your local vet's phone number, and where you can be reached.
  6. Don't forget to pack your dog's favorite toys. An old t-shirt that smells like you can also make for a great cuddle toy!

What is the difference between dog sitting and boarding?

The difference between dog sitting and boarding is the length of stay and attention of care. Dog boarding is like hotel, where it's typically an overnight stay at a kennel where your dog is around other dogs. On the other hand, a dog sitter will watch your pet at either their or your home, or they may just stop by to care for your pets two or three times per day.

While in-home dog care might feel uncomfortable to some because of giving a stranger access to your home, having someone stop by can be much less intimidating for the dog than having to stay in a crate or small room overnight with other dogs around. If you are one of those dog owners who would rather your dog be in his or her own home while you are out of town, you may want to check out local dog sitters near you.


How long before boarding does dog need a Bordetella shot?

In general, puppies can receive injectable Bordetella (kennel cough) vaccines between 6 and 8 weeks of age and booster shots when they're 10 to 12 weeks old. Adult dogs generally need booster vaccines for Bordetella in intervals of six months to a year. If this is the dog's first Bordetella vaccination, it must be given 2 weeks prior to boarding.