Tag Archive: dog boarding

Abby- Dog Boarding Client from Natick, MA

Abby, a Boxer and dog boarding client from Natick, MA

We found Marcia while doing some research online for Pet Sitting in the burbs.  The opportunity to leave Abby, our four year old Boxer, with Marcia and Roxie was something I felt instantly comfortable with doing.  As residents of Natick, we know the area and we also understand the idea of a “kennel” and this was…

Roza & Rita- Dog Boarding Clients from Natick, MA

Roza&Rita

Rita and Roza are my “dog-daughters,” and when I had to go out of town for several days, I wanted to make sure they were not only safe, but in the familiarity of a home environment, with personal and loving attention from a full-time “parent.” Marcia has the calm, warm, caring touch I was looking…

Sidney, Maeby and Grace, Dog Boarding/Home Visits. Sherborn, MA

3 pit bull mix dogs, clients of HousePETality

“We first called Marcia after hearing great things about her from neighbors who have used her services in the past. When she arrived for a “getting acquainted” visit, to our suprise we recognized her as an old friend whom we had seen in the woods with her own dogs many times in Sherborn and Wellesley!…

Phoebe, Dog Boarding, Sherborn, MA

Phoebe, a Corgi dog client of HousePETality Dog Boarding and Pet Sitting.

“When Phoebe met Roxy that was it. There was no looking back.I was impressed with Marcia’s professionalism and organization. Marcia is passionate and dedicated about her responsibility. The experience of leaving Phoebe in such a loving home knowing that she was safe was priceless. Phoebe and I give Marcia and Roxy our unconditional recommendation.” JR-…

Malta, Dog Boarding, Florida

Malta is a 15-year old-mixed breed (Beagle, Whippet, Catahoula?) who lives in Florida. She recently spent nearly a month boarding with us at HousePETality while her people were traveling  in Europe.  After they returned home, Malta came back for an overnight when they had to stay with a relative allergic to dogs. In spite of…

Charlie, Dog Boarding, Natick, MA

Charlie, a Bassett Hound Client

“Our basset hound, Charlie, has stayed with Marcia several times, and he just loves it! He has a great time going on long walks, playing in Marcia’s great backyard, and playing with Roxie. He always comes home happy and tired. Going away is easier knowing that Charlie is well taken care of.” JF- Natick, MA

Sugar Teddy, Dog Boarding. Sherborn, MA

Sugar Teddy, a Bicho Frise dog client of HousePETality Pet Sitting and Dog Boarding

“Marcia (and Roxy) have taken care of our bichon frise “baby” many times, sometimes for a few days and other times for up to 8 days. Sugar’s tail is always happily wagging when we drop him off, informing us that he is happy to be returning to Marcia’s care. That is a very comforting thing…

Coco, Dog Boarding. Brookline, MA

Coco, a large German Shepherd mix dog client of HousePETality Dog Boarding and Pet Sitting

“We found Marcia on the Internet after much searching. We were going on a week long vacation and didn’t want to leave Coco somewhere that would have him sleep in a cage every night or get very little exercise or socializing. We have boarded many neighbors’ dogs at our house on many occassions and we…

Paws to consider: 10 points before traveling with your dog

Shall I drive?

Of course in a perfect world, every place you intend to go on vacation would welcome your dog with open arms.  And in a perfect world, your dog would be a model traveler.  Well, welcome to the real world!