DogVacay is the leading online service connecting pet owners with over 60,000 loving sitters across the U.S. and Canada. With our five-star-rated sitters, 24/7 customer support, and daily photo updates, pet parents can travel or drop their furry friends off for daycare with peace of mind. And with DogVacay handling insurance, payment, and customer support, our sitters can focus on what they love most—animals!
DogVacay (dogvacay.com) has 3,002 customer reviews on Five Star Index, with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5.
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dogvacay.com
Website
dogvacay.com
Category
Pet Stores
Location
Santa Monica
Listed on Five Star Index
2026
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I have used DogVacay off and on for two years in two different cities. The online application for appointments and payment is very easy and convenient. I have used 4 different providers and all have been very appropriate and caring!
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Cheri T.
Dogvacay - Answer to Prayer
We have found the most amazing dog care provider through Dogvacay! Highly recommend them!!!
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Nick M.
Easy and affordable
This is a great service for dog owners that do not wish to place their family member in a kennel environment. There are reviews of sitters, what their preferences are (i.e weight, allowed on couch ,walk schedules). It cost me roughly half of what I would have paid at the kennel and I know my dog had a better time in a quiet/ chill environment at my sitter's place. I will definitely be using this service again and now have peace of mind to be able to book a vacation without having to worry about my dog struggle in a kennel.
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Lauren B.
I loved using Dog Vacay
If you have ever doubted the quality of care your pet receives at a boarding house/kennel while you are away, Dog Vacay provides an excellent solution to bring you peace of mind. Based on my experience with a Nashville host, Karli, who took care of my 100 lb dog, Danny, I can attest that Dog Vacay contracts with hosts who are caring, professional, reliable, and flexible. I highly recommend the service.
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Chris G.
Vacay at annie's-doghouse!
If not for Annie my life would be a lot more complicated. I have never been comfortable being away from my pup for any length of time, now I can leave for months at a time if need be for work, family emergency, or holiday travel, though I still miss my pup dearly, Annie always offers face-time, sends tons of updates, and I know without a doubt my pup is in the most loving and capable hands. Annie supervises 24/7, which is required for my pup, provides all the extra care and love at no additional charge, which is unheard of, whether it be treating pre-existing conditions with homeopathic remedies my vet had been unsuccessful in treating, bathing, applying natural preventatives, sending home made bbq jerky treats, or refusing to take additional payment for a last minute request, early drop off, late pick up etc., this is clearly more than a job with Annie and is absolutely her passion. I firmly believe Annie would provide care for no charge at all if there weren't so many willing to pay for her services, and she does for many as she is very involved in rescue...she provides an amazing value and doesn't come near the traditional costs, I couldn't put a price on the quality of care she provides! Annie is a Godsend! Your dog is not only a guest at Annie's but a family member and even after the stay has ended, Annie's care has not. My dog has been staying at Annie's since a puppy, its been years now, and couldn't imagine leaving with anyone else. Reserve early on as she books up fast!
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Alisha B.
Angela is a dog lover who will help your pet feel at home when you're away.
I had Angela watch my dog, Luna, for over two weeks and she was nothing short of amazing. Luna has very sensitive skin and she went the extra mile to give her oil treatment and took her to the groomer as well to help keep her skin moisturized. She was super responsive and gave me updates everyday. If you're going out of town, you should definitely have Angela watch your pet!
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Linnea
A trouble free experience.
This was my first time using Dog Vacay, and it will be my resource for the future. I have a cat, and was able to find someone who takes cats only without much difficulty, by carefully reading the profiles.
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John
Excellent source for finding quality and reliable pet boarding and daycare within a home.
We've used DogVacay many times now, with multiple 'hosts', and they've all been good experiences for us and our precious pet!