Dog Sitters in Rockport, MA

Good Shepherd Pet Care was highly recommend and Kim and John definitely lived up to that recommendation . Kim is a lovely lady who picked up Jazz and returned her after a long day, happy and healthy, giving me confirmation that I can count on Good Shepherd to take good care of my "baby" a mini poodle. Many thanks! Sylvia

We left our older nervous pup Sophie with Kim and John for the week while we were on vacation and we couldn’t be happier. They were patient and loving and took impeccable care of her. We used a larger boarding facility in the past and the individualized attention our dog received at Good Shepherd allowed us to relax on vacation even more. We received text updates every day with pictures and video. Kim and John went above and beyond making sure Sophie was comfortable. A beautiful place to leave your pets. I highly recommend!!!! Thank you Good Shepherd!!!

John loves my all pets as if they are his own. My dog Joe is always excited to see John and that makes me feel good. You will be glad if you choose “Good Shepard Pet Care” as I have, try him out soon.

John is such a sweet man, with so much care for the wellbeing of your pets. So refreshing to have people like good shepherd!

Our dogs have found their new home away from home. The farm is a treat for both dogs.. and they are never bored. We receive daily pictures, messages and videos of how our dogs are spending their time. John and Kim treat both dogs like their own. On our most recent trip, one dog's ear infection returned.. and without hesitation, John and Kim took our dog to the Vet and kept us abreast of what was happening. We often take long trips out of town and its such a great feeling to know that they are safe- which of course allows us to enjoy our vacation without worries. We highly recommend their boarding and pet care services. Thank you John and Kim for going over and beyond for our dogs:)

Kim and John were warm and welcoming and our 2.5 yo 50 lb Portuguese Water Dog was quite at home. They had only one other tiny dog as well as their own affable 2 yo dog at the time our dog boarded with them in mid-June for 3 days so there was plenty of attention paid to our boy! He slept in his own bed in their house under a ceiling fan and ran outside with the others and played with John in a large grassy enclosed space (former horse corral). Kim and John were most communicative w texts and photos daily. Their place is set far back from any roads so traffic is not an issue and they are very careful not to let dogs out off leash. Our boy was fascinated by the proximity of chickens out back! They are continuing to set up their place for more pets and it may be that ultimately the dogs will sleep in a cooled/heated former garage either in crates or on their beds. This is a work in progress but one with which we were very happy. We would definitely board there again!

I'm VERY particular about who cares for my dog when I travel, and John and Kim are totally reliable, great communicators, and my dog loves them. They have a huge and safe yard for running and a sweet dog to play with, and they give my dog lots of exercise and attention. They are very professional and keep in good touch when I'm away. I've recommended them to my friends with dogs, so that says it all.

I’ve had a great experience with John. My dog, Rudy, can be a handful on walks in city neighborhoods- he has a thing against buses, bikes, scooters, etc. John was more than up for the task- he really enjoyed Rudy’s spirit which made me feel good. He was very enthusiastic and reliable. I strongly recommend him!

John and Kim are absolutely wonderful dog carers and have walked and pet sat our 3 big hyper hounds with consistent professionalism and kindness. They are reliable, trustworthy and I would look no further for people who have fondness and knowledge of dealing with multiple animals. They are able to do basically any service from pet sitting to taking our animals out on hikes as well as care for them as if they were their own and are accommodating of our schedule and needs.

I cannot say enough about Good Shepherd Pet Care. Good Shepherd Pet Care simply makes my life better. Jonh and Kim have been caring for my Monty while I work for quite some time now. They are communicative. professional, caring and super diligent about my dogs allergies ( and they are significant). They are always there for him when I can’t be! I used to stress myself so much, every day, trying to get home and walk him during the day. Not anymore. Never again! They are 100% more reliable than I could, even remotely, be. Do yourself a favor and call Good Shepherd Pet Care today. Seriously…

We love Laney and Tide Pool Per Services. We started working with Laney doing personal at home training when our puppy was 4 months old and it has really paid off. We now have an almost one year old dog that is well behaved and responsive. We get lots of compliments from our friends and neighbors about how good our dog is and we feel confident as new dog owners. We also love sending her on pack walks. She learns a lot through this structured time with the trainers and other dogs. We recommend Tide Pool to all our friends!

We have nothing by high praise for Laney and the team at Tide Pool Services. Our dog participates in weekly pack walks, solo walks, occasional boarding, and training classes. He enjoys every minute of his time. Laney and team communicate clearly throughout the walk and go above and beyond what a typical dog walker provides including tick removal, ensuring safety in the car, and sanitizing cars after each walk. We recently completed an obedience class and look forward to participating in more classes in the future. Laney lays out expectations clearly and makes sure all dogs and handlers feel comfortable. You can tell she has experience working with all temperaments and is very patient with all of the dogs. We're so lucky to have Tide Pool in the North Shore, highly recommend their services!

my dog spackle and I took a basic obedience class with Laney at tide pool pet services. It was a wonderful experience. All the dogs were at the a similar level of training but with different strengths, and Laney was able to work with us individually to improve on training weaknesses within the group. This allowed for a nice amount of distraction while training and was helpful to see how the timing and commands and consistency could obtain results in many situations. We have taken a variety of classes during these early puppy months, and Laney’s class was by far my favorite. She was able to explain how to cue the dog and show different exercises in order to enforce the commands. I would recommend tide pool pet services for training, dogwalking, pet care, etc.

Laney is loving, professional, knowledgable, kind, totally responsible! She goes the extra miles-plural. Great communicator and standout dog care and training person!!! Cannot recommend her enough!!!

Laney is the absolute BEST! First of all she was able to find us a sitter on super short notice after our pup had emergency surgery. She was so communicative and easy to work with. We’ve also been doing pack walks and private walks with her. One of our dogs is super reactive and definitely gets the label of “bad dog” or “aggressive”. She doesn’t make us feel that way though! She’s willing to work with him where he is at. We had two sessions with Laney this week and the difference is so noticeable!!! Our dog is more calm, more responsive, and overall feels like a different dog! I cannot recommend Laney enough. It’s super easy to book with her on her website and she sends just the right amount of updates so you’re not worried while you’re away from your pup.

I love Laney!! She’s so caring and sweet with my kitties, takes their “spirited” personalities in stride while she wrangles them for nail clips. I appreciate not only the service she offers, but the exceptional way she does it.

Laney, the founder of Tide spool Pet Services, brings her professional veterinary background to meet pet owners long sought after services in the Gloucester area and beyond-from servicing pet health needs, providing transportation of pets, and offering well qualified pet sitters who know how to care for an animal’s specific needs. I highly recommend Whitney whom I rely on to care for my Newfoundlands. She has a way about her with them and is a penultimate professional. What more could we ask for in our area than this service that fills a gaping need for pet owners. Bravo, Laney

Tide Pool Pet Service is dependable, reliable and flexible. We have used Tide Pool a few times and we felt like they cared for our pup’s as much as we did. Billing and scheduling is also very easy. We recently lost one of our pups. Our remaining pup has never been alone and is very anxious. He relied on his older sister for comfort and company. Laney went above and beyond to make sure our remaining pup will be comfortable and well cared for on our upcoming trip. I was really so concerned that we may not be able to travel but Laney worked it out so that he will never be alone. We send our highest recommendations for anyone considering Tide Pool Pet Services. We feel so lucky to have Tide Pool Services in our lives.

We are so grateful we could board our dog with Laney for 3 nights. He gets anxious and did not do well in Kennels. He was so happy. She sent us updates every day. Knowing she has so much professional experience as a Vet was great too. We knew he was taken care of and getting his meds, and lots of exercise. I would highly recommend!

I would 100% recommend Tide Pool Pet Services to anyone with a pet who needs a little extra special care and will absolutely use them again! Laney stayed at our house with our allergic to everything, full of big feelings dog and our very chill cat. We had no worries that our dog would get all of his needs met while he was in Laney’s care. She navigated his big feelings about thunder and a spooky fence without missing a beat. We got lots of updates with photos. We cannot thank Laney enough for caring for our furry family.

I highly recommend Barn Dog! We’ve been sending my pup Whiskey since he was about 8 months old. The whole staff is great. We just boarded him there for the first time for 3 nights. I was so nervous to leave him but they reassured me all weekend with pictures and updates. They also offer an exit bath which is the best! He came home clean happy and exhausted!

I cannot say enough good things about Barn Dog. Their staff is friendly and professional, and it's clear they care deeply about all the dogs in their care. When we board our dog while I away they even send us photos so we don't worry. Highly recommend them for daycare and boarding.

We’ve been taking our dog to Barn Dog since she was a puppy and love it! The staff is really caring and clearly work hard to keep all the pups happy and safe. Our pup needs a lot of exercise but always come home from Barn Dog tired and happy.

I initially heard about Barn Dog Day Camp from a friend, I rescued a deaf dog about 4yrs ago. We have never boarded her due to her special needs, and I wanted to see if Barn was a good fit. She has a lot of anxiety, and given she was deaf, a lot of special attention. Peter and his staff were extremely kind and patient with my dog, I appreciate the interview process and all the steps they took. To make sure my dog would be a good fit, that she would enjoy camp, have fun and be safe. Barn dog is very knowledgeable in boarding dogs, and extremely professional. Even though it didn’t work out in our situation I would highly recommend to a friend.

The staff on evaluation day were so knowledgeable. It is very comforting to know how much they know about a dog personality. The facility is very clean. There are great activities and fun stuff for the dogs. My two dogs live it there.

My dog used to be skittish and defensive when meeting new dogs, but I could tell he wanted to make friends. Thanks to Barn Dog, and their super professional handling and thoughtful way of introducing new dogs in the mix, my pup now has a social life, lots of new friends, and new confidence out in the world. He has so much fun at this fantastic facility that now he mopes in boredom when he's at home with just me! I love Barn Dog!

Awesome people and awesome place!! The staff are friendly and helpful and clearly enjoy what they do. My dog LOVES going to Barn Dog and always runs in to greet the staff, which shows me how much love and attention they give the dogs there each day! I cannot say enough good things about Barn Dog!! Love it!

My dog loves going to Barn Dog Daycamp! She gets plenty of exercise and play time with other dogs. The facility is clean and spacious with both indoor and outdoor play areas. Peter’s enthusiastic love for dogs shows in the care he provides at the Barn.

Barn Dog is a great facility with a terrific staff. Our mutt Paco loves it. And we know Paco is very loved at Barn Dog. Peter and Christina and their team always deliver exceptional care. The setting, barn, outdoor space and, most of all, the people are all outstanding.

Thank you, Peter and team for welcoming Ally to The Barn Dog and for taking such good care of her. We appreciated your professionalism and genuine love of dogs. She was very excited to arrive each day!

I’m so happy I signed my dog Ace up for Dingo’s. The staff is knowledgeable and love their furry clients! I received pictures of my dog and a cute little “report card” telling me how he did for the day. He is a rescue and can be nervous, but Chelsey and the team at Dingo’s made sure he was happy and comfortable! He can’t wait to come back, thanks again! 😊

Dingos is the best doggy daycare, boarding, walking, and training! Scooby started attending last fall, and during that time, we have utilized all the services offered. The owner and staff are very in tune with dogs and their needs, cornerstoned on animal and human safety! The portal to sign up for services is easy to use, and the staff is great if you need any help! They are active on social media, so sometimes you will get a nice look into the day your pup is having. Shout out to Nancy, the owner, for her care and concern and excellent communication. Marylin, one of the bus drivers and Scooby's walker, is terrific with my dog and a pleasure to chat with during drop-offs/pick-ups. Fae was outstanding for a short little overnight boarding we needed last month. Lastly, Chelsey, their resident expert behavioral dog trainer, has been essential for our success by helping Scooby not only learn some much-needed basics but also helping us through some challenging situations. Another plus is that they offer fun "experience" add-ons for the daycare. Such as puzzle time, glam photo sessions, mini walks, and even some one-on-one fetch time!

Dingo's has been a godsend after getting our rescue pup earlier this year. The staff is truly genuine in their love for dogs, and they go above and beyond in trying to accommodate and build an environment that is safe and fun for these pups. Not only does our dog have fun, but she comes home exhausted and that gives us a much needed break from the puppy madness - double win! Owner Nancy was also super helpful in finding a unique solution for me to find a place for my pup to stay when my entire family needed to attend an out of state funeral. We had no other options and she rescued us on short notice. Beverly is lucky to have such a great business & staff available to us dog owners. Thank you Dingos!

Dingos is the best! The staff will love and care for your dog as if it is one of their own. When I first brought my dog to them, she was very nervous and frightful. They were patient and gave her extra love to make sure she felt comfortable. Now my dog cannot wait to run into the yard and play. They are always accommodating, and will even send you photos of your pup having fun throughout the day. I wouldn’t send my girl anywhere else! Thank you Eric, Becca, and all of the lovely Dingos staff.

Penny and Nala absolutely LOVE Dingos. The staff has been nothing but warm and welcoming with our new pup. Everytime we mention “dingos” both their ears go up and they get so excited to go. We drive 30+ mins to bring our pups here but it is worth it. We feel completly comfortable and love seeing the picture updates throughout the day on Instagram. We highly highly recommend Dingos! ❤️

We can't say enough good things about Dingo's! We've used their services for both dog sitting and daycare, and our experience with them has been always been great! Every dog sitter who has watched our dog CJ has been awesome, but Fae deserves special recognition for outstanding care last week. We were dealing with the challenges of welcoming a new baby, and Fae and her family went above and beyond to ensure our dog CJ received the love and attention she needed during this busy time. Her dedication and genuine affection for animals truly shone through, and we couldn't be more grateful. She also sends the best updates! We also love sending our pup to daycare because we know she's having a great time with their skilled and attentive staff. It's clear that they prioritize the well-being and happiness of every dog in their care.

We love Dingos and our girl Honey is the happiest when she gets to go to daycare! The staff is super friendly, always greets Honey like she is their own dog! 10/10 cannot recommend enough! She is out like a light too when she comes home- a day well spent :) d

Our dog Walter LOVES Dingo’s! He gets so excited every time we pull into the parking lot. The staff is great and really cares about the dogs. Walter comes home from daycare happy and exhausted. Thank you Dingo’s for taking such great care of our baby!

Our dog Ralph has been going to Dingos for almost a year and I could not have more great things to say about them. They are so attentive to him and keep a close eye on any medical or behavioral concerns we may have. They are so flexible and helpful to fit him in when we need them too. They keep our minds at total ease knowing that Ralph is being treated so well when drop him off each time. I absolutely love how often they post on social media so we know what the dogs are up to throughout the day!

Dingo's has been a wonderful experience for our dog Raz! Each and every staff we have ever interacted with has been extremely kind and professional. Raz is very timid and anxious, but she has slowly been getting more comfortable in going each week. The administrative staff is also excellent in answering questions around their services and billing. I honestly cannot say anything but positive things about Dingo's and we couldn't be more satisfied. Thank you!!! :)