When you're in need of day-care or someone to watch over your dog for a night, I'm here to help! I understand the importance of ensuring your dog feels comfortable in their surroundings, so I do my best to ensure your dog has a relaxing stay. Your pup will enjoy long walks in the countryside, playful runs in our fenced garden, and cozy cuddle sessions on the couch.

During their stay, your dog will not only be in my care but will also have the company of Mai, our Podenco. Therefore, it's crucial to schedule a test walk/play date to ensure compatibility. 😊 If desired, we can arrange multiple meet-ups beforehand to help your dog become more familiar with us. Once everything goes smoothly, we can confirm the booking.

Because of Mai's nature, we are particularly well-suited to sighthounds. With their similar play styles, Mai often thrives in the company of another sighthound. Her love for running and her quirky habits can sometimes be a bit overwhelming for other dog breeds. Moreover, our home is already set up with plenty of soft surfaces to ensure maximum comfort for slender sighthounds.😊

A bit about the house:
We reside on the first floor of a shared farmhouse (note: access with a staircase). While we've our own (small) private and fenced garden, access to it is through the neighbours garden. As your dog makes their way through to our side, they'll encounter a senior German Shepherd (female), a Labrador (male/ castrated), two goats, and chickens, all (except the two dogs who might sometime come say hi) safely confined to their designated areas, of course. There is also a field surrounded by canals next to the house for zoomies, however, one of the canals is not that wide (only about 1 meter), so playing on this field can only be done once your dog has visited us a few times, and if he/her is not an escape artist.

Inside the house, the day care dogs will spend time in a living room with a small balcony perfect for sunbathing. For boarding we have a dedicated room for dogs, though they can of course roam around in other areas. While the dogs are allowed to all the surfaces in the house, for the night, we wish the dog to be able to sleep on their own (or with Mai), but not sharing the bed with us. 😁

A bit about me:
I grew up with mixed-breed dogs and have always cherished my time with dogs of all shapes and sizes. Unable to have a dog in my first small Amsterdam apartment, I spent two years volunteering at a local shelter, where I gained valuable experience in dog-walking and care. This experience, coupled with training in handling various situations, has equipped me well for dog-sitting. Since welcoming Mai into my life, I've happily opened my home to provide dog day-care and occasional boarding. Both Mai and I benefit from the extra canine companionship, and I understand the challenges of finding a reliable place for your dog.

In addition to myself and Mai, my boyfriend also resides here. While he primarily works from the office, he may be present during occasional days, but rest assured he has also grown up with dogs and enjoys their company.

If you want to see some of the other visitors, you can take a look at an Instagram highlight "Mai's PetBnB" @maipodenco 🐾