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Kamila was top notch. Kept in touch throughout the 2 weeks and the cats seemed to absolutely love her. Gizmo was a bit of a nightmare not wanting to take his meds at the start, but Kamila kept with it and updated me with any progress. She was very self sufficient and reliable. And I had 2 very relaxed weeks knowing the cats were looked after well! Kamila is welcome to come back to look after my furbabies anytime!
We were thrilled that David and Julie were able to come to sit for a second time with Hamish and Hallie. The dogs greeted them with genuine and unmistakeable affection and barely noticed that we were leaving. Communication both before and during the sit was great and included some perfect photos of very happy dogs, our favourite being a rare pic of Hamish working on a laptop! David and Julie dealt with cheerfulness and calm with problems that arose during our absence with our robot mowers and the internet (both issues thankfully now fixed). Several local friends said what a lovely couple they are and told us they had seen the dogs enjoying walks and playing happily with them. We returned to an immaculately clean and tidy house - more so than when we left it - and to some delicious and unexpected home-made treats. David and Julie really are perfect house and pet sitters - if they offer to sit for you, our advice would be to accept without any hesitation. We very much look forward to being able to welcome them back.
Is it better to board cats or leave at home?
Veterinarians advising to leave cats at home with a pet sitter who will stay overnight in your home, boarding is not recommended for cats as they are stressed in a new environment, you can find a sitter who will care for your cats and home overnight at Sittsy.
How much should you pay someone to watch your cat?
At least 29.99 per visit, $20/week per overnight watching in your home, otherwise you can find a free sitter at Sittsy.
What do people do with their cats when they go on vacation?
Inviting a cat sitter to your home, boarding the cat with a local business, asking a friend, family or neighbour to feed and check the well-being. The most efficient way to leave your cat during your vacation is with Sittsy cat sitters overnight, in this way, you will save cat sitting costs and make vacation not only for you but also for your cat sitter!
Our dog, Barbara, who has SO MUCH energy loves going to Shepard and Grey Daycare (as shown in the photo). She gets excited even when driving up to Daycare. We have not found anyone as caring, loving and responsible as John at S&G! We've even boarded Barbara (who has never been boarded before), and she loved it. John also sends photos from the day and it's clear how much the dogs love playing and spending time with each other at S&G. Most of all, they get such an array of activity and space that allows your dog to be well socialized.
Fantastic facility! We've taken our senior dog (a rescue) to Shepherd and Grey since we got her, and that was shortly after the daycare/guest house opened. John is fantastic to work with, and his guesthouse is like a spa for our girl -- she relaxes in the sun room, enjoys walks on this gorgeous property, barks at squirrels, and watches the younger pups play. We especially appreciate the pictures and videos John sends us each day. You will not find better care anywhere in our area. Highly recommend!!!
We were a long way from home for a wedding in Beacon, NY and didn't want to leave our poodle, Max, behind. Shepherd and Grey's is very impressive, architecturally, with three levels and windows looking out to wooded mountains all around. The rooms are equipped as if dogs with credit cards furnished them: a real bed (if that's what your dog is comfortable with) plus a variety of cozy spaces and toys. John makes sure to take sociable dogs (ours is very gentle and an "only child" so he was excited to be in the company of other members of his tribe). I especially appreciate that this daycare/guesthouse for pets is a labor of love, because we are careful with Max, who is innocent as a child, and only wants to love us (and swipe the occasional tomato if given half a chance!) Highly recommended, Thanks again!
We can't believe how lucky we were to find John. We have a very nervous dog who doesn't do well away from us. He worked hard to make her feel comfortable and relaxed at his house. She looked forward to going every day. Most importantly, John went above and beyond to work with our ever changing work schedules allowing us to come early/ late to get her or would pick her up or drop her off if we needed him to. We can't express how great he is and how thankful we are for his service.
Shepherd and Grey is unlike any other dog care service I've used. It's a small, residential business, and they only take six dogs at once—which is a perfect group size for me. My dog, Sprout, gets plenty of exercise and socialization there, but she's also not overwhelmed by constant chaos or stimulation. I know the dogs play a lot but also rest, because John (the owner) sends me several photos and videos each day that Sprout is there. The areas where the dogs hang out are beautiful and always clean (check out the sunroom!), and S&G features a huge property for the dogs to hike around and relax outside. And John obviously has a way with animals... my dog adores him, and I can tell he loves her, too. If you're looking for a really special pet care service you can trust, with lots of individualized attention, then definitely give Shepherd and Grey a look.
During this extended closure, I am concerned for small businesses in the Hudson Valley, and Shepherd and Gray is one of our favorite staples of the area. If you are looking for a safe place for your dog to stay, if you have any reservations about being separated from your best friend, S&G will put all your worries at ease. We first went to John when we were planning our wedding - we wanted Penny to travel with us and share our special day, but it just wasn't feasible. And everyone we would trust her with was going to be at the wedding, so we were at a loss. The minute we stepped on the S&G property with Penny we knew it was the place for her. The facility is clean, John is very thorough with paperwork, making sure all dogs are up to date on vaccinations, and the property is beautiful and well maintained. My husband and I knew Penny would be safe and well cared for. Plus, John sent us daily updates, pictures, and videos. Penny is the smiling white lab in the photo and she can't wait to go back and play with friends once the social distancing ends!
Shepherd and Grey (S&G) provides exceptional care of your pet. We had a sudden need to kennel our dog for a few days. Our dog was very accustom to me being home with her every day. It has also been a few years since we have been to the dog park and we have not needed daycare or boarding since we moved to this area. My first concern was to make sure our girl had a positive experience. She is a big goof and this was going to be a big change in her routine. S&G 's owner, John, is wonderful to work with and provides the very best care in a calm, safe home-like environment. We were able to schedule a meet and greet as well as a half-day stay for a test run before we went out of town. So many great reasons to choose S&G: 1) all pet guests are current on vaccines 2) small number of dogs to ensure safe high-quality care 3) owner understands canine personalities 4) committed to providing an excellent experience for both the owner and their pet guests 5) daily photos and updates of your pet's stay. I have worked in pet care and welfare, there are several options for traditional boarding and kennel facilities. S&G is different, it truly is a guest house for your pet. We are so pleased with S&G we now schedule daycare visits just to let our girl socialize and get some hikes in, even when we are working from home. If you want more than a kennel experience for your pet, or more than a 10 minute dog walk while you are working, I highly recommend Shepperd & Grey Daycare & Guesthouse. Your pet's happiness is so worth it.
We board our black lab at Shepherd and Grey when we go away on vacation and absolutely love it. John is so hands on and really cares for any dog he is taking care of. We love that our dog has access to plenty of outdoor space, gets tons of walks and exercise on a daily basis and most of all is being cared for by a dedicated and experienced dog owner. I do not have to worry when I leave my dog with John. He treats her like his own!
My husband and I were expecting a baby and needed someone to watch our dog. Since we didn't know exactly when and for how long we'd need to board her, typical boarders were not ideal since you have to give exact dates. Luckily I found Shepherd and Grey online - John was willing to accept our booking without a definite date and was super flexible of the length of stay given our circumstances. We also loved the home feel for our dog instead of being placed in a kennel all day. We would 100% use S&G again and recommend them to friends. Very happy we found them!
John has been watching my dog for over 5 years and I have nothing but great things to say about his dog day care services. He treats my dog like his own and ensures he gets plenty of exercise, attention and love. I highly recommend using Shepherd and Grey for your dog day care needs. You won’t be disappointed!
I feel so good about leaving my pup at Dog Meadow. They truly care and love each and every dog. My dog cannot wait to get out of the car so she can meet and play with all of her friends. It has been so good for her socialization also.
I am so glad to have found Dog Meadow for my dog, Pike. I was looking for a place where he would have the opportunity to be away from home and socialize with other dogs in a safe and calm environment. Kleber has been amazing with Pike and I feel 100% confident he is well cared for.
What's there to say except Love! We bring our little 14 pound dog at least once a week and he loves it! Toby plays hard with the big dogs and we've always felt he is in good hands. You can tell the dogs are well cared for.
This is not a dog boarding facility...it is a dog RETREAT! I knew Kleber from several years ago when we would take our dogs to the same dog park. When he posted that they started Dog Meadow I was immediately excited about the prospect of having my dog stay with them when we travel. From the pictures on Instagram, it was clear that Kleber and Laura run a great place where dogs enjoy the best that the property can offer and are truly treated as guests. My dog is high energy and loves to run, but can be picky with other dogs and everything worked out well. We were traveling overseas and having our pup at Dog Meadow put our minds at ease. Plus we were able to see all the fun she was having on Instagram. Looking forward to having our pup stay at Dog Meadow again in the future! Edit: Here we are, 4 years later (at time of edit) and I've just picked our dog up from a 6 night stay. It's amazing to have a place where I can drop my dog off and not think twice. I went on vacation. So did our dog. The structure that Kleber has and the rules he's put in place is all focused on having a safe, healthy, fun, and loving place for our dogs to stay. I only want the best for our dog and this is the best!
When we travel, one of the most important things for us is that our dog Felix is taken care of. That's exactly why we've been using The Dog Meadow for daycare and boarding. The entire staff is so incredibly attentive to him, they make sure he always has a safe, fun experience while we are away. The crate-free environment really makes a difference as well! The best part about Dog Meadow is its huge, well maintained, almost TICK-FREE, outdoor free-play meadow. Felix can run around with all the other happy dogs all day long. He always starts whimpering excitedly when we turn up the road to the meadow - it's adorable! We've seen how much joy it brings him every time, and it's worth every penny. We can't recommend them enough! Dog Meadow of Millbrook is simply the best for your furry friends. If you care about your furry family member as much as we do I think you'll be happy with the experience. Whether it's daycare or boarding, trust us - your pup will thank you!
I boarded my 3 1/2 yr old German shepherd Lyla at Dog Meadow for 10 days. It was the first time she'd stayed anywhere other than with family. Kleber and Dog Meadow will be my go-to from now on. Lots of space for running and playing with the other dogs. He also easily accommodated her fresh food feeding. I loved the daily posts on instagram and was always reassured she was happy. Kleber runs a tight ship and you can place your trust in Dog Meadow!
Our dog Musket has been a regular “guest” at Dog Meadow over the past two and a half years and we always know he will be well cared for by Kleber. Dog Meadow is a first class operation and provides a safe environment conducive to Musket’s well being. We drop Musket off knowing he is in competent and caring hands. Kleber is quite attuned to each dog and their needs and he always provides us with feedback on Musket’s stay. The field where the dogs play gives them ample opportunity for exercise and fresh air. In addition, Kleber is a gifted photographer and the pictures he posts on Instagram capture the dogs’ spirits. His monthly newsletter is always insightful and rounds out a truly professional approach to dog care.
We leave our dogs, Lady & Izzy, in the care of Dog Meadow when we're out of town. Both have gone since they were puppies. If it's any testament to how much we value Dog Meadow, we drive almost an hour and a half from the city to bring Lady and Izzy. We do this because we know they will always get the most attentive and high quality care. They have open space to run free with other dogs and get to sleep outside of a crate, which is great for our dogs who never took well to crates. Kleber is wonderful to work with! He goes above and beyond to put our dogs' health, safety, and fun first. Thank you for all that you do!
MY NAME IS RUTHIE!! My pawrents take me to this special pawffice because they love me very much. The hooman in charge there, his name is Kleber - he really gets me. He helps me to become the best hound dog I can be. I run! I bark! I pee and poop! I socialize! I train! I get pretty paw-traits taken by the pup-parazzi! I run more! Anything is paw-ssible at this magical shangri-paw. And when I come back home, I sleep and Mumma and Dadda are happy. Thanks to Dog Meadow, it's the leashed I can do.
We have boarded our Golden Retriever Kali at Dog Meadow twice this summer, and she has clearly had a blast. She was delighted to see Kleber when he returned to pick her up for her second visit, and jumped straight into his car. She has not done this at all with previous caretakers. We really appreciate all the photos and postings, and the pickup service is great. We highly recommend Dog Meadow.
