Dog Sitters in Klickitat County

Tom and Elyse have been absolutely wonderful to work with. They're down to earth and treat all dogs with lots of love and compassion. My significant other and I have been taking Pepper, our German Shepherd mix, to their day care for several months now. They have been very accommodating when it comes to schedule changes and when we have last minute trips out of town. They are also very attentive to many medical and dietary restrictions. They take many precautions to ensure new dogs are integrated properly and safely. I was wildly impressed at their ability to manage several dogs (all with different play styles and tempers) at one time in one area. Pepper has loved every minute when she's at daycare and has made several new dog friends. I would highly recommend Elyse's Doggy Daycare & Boarding to anyone looking for a trustworthy place to take their fur babies.

Our dog is really happy to go to the Doggie Daycare. Elyse and Tom genuinely care about the dogs. They even will do baths, grooming, and some training. We feel they understand dog behaviour very well. Our dog seems to feel like part of the pack!

I was worried about one of my 2 dogs as she was starting to show social aggression. Elyse made me feel comfortable and she was able to help my dog socialize better. When ever we board, my pups get in the car and fall asleep for like 2 days!!!! They ❤️ visiting & we are so thankful for them in our community!

This is the absolute best boarding facility I have ever taken a pet to! My partner and I have a 11 month old puppy that we needed to board for the first time ever while we went out of town. We were both skeptical and nervous about how our little guy would handle it. Upon arriving all of our worries and fears were instantly calmed. Both Elyse and her partner were so good with Rocky! He immediately clicked with both of them and settled into their home instantly. They took the best care of him and treated him like family. They always kept us updated on how he was doing and sent plenty of pics. 10 out of 10 stars. ⭐️ We will definitely be bringing our boy here again and will be singing their praises until the end of time 😄.

We had such an amazing time at this doggy day care. Tom and Elyse are amazing owners, they care so much about every dog and treat them so well. The facilities are new and well designed so that each dog has enough space. The dogs are so well taken care of and well behaved. We came to visit with small children and all the dogs were very respectful!

I can’t speak highly enough of Elyse and Tom…I was a bit apprehensive the first time I left Rosie but Elyse kept me posted throughout the day on her and even sent me pictures to reassure me she was doing just fine. I wish I could take her more often because she really enjoys the playtime. I recommend their services very much😊

We started taking our four dogs to this wonderful place when we first located to Goldendale . Elyse always sends photos and keeps in touch about how the dogs are doing. Our dogs always feel right at home and have a wonderful time. I am so thankful to have found this wonderful place.

I had a great experience with Elyse's Doggy Daycare! I was in the area and needed somewhere for my dog to hang out during the day. Luckily, Elyse's was conveniently located nearby, and it turned out to be a fantastic spot for my dog to have a blast and burn off some energy. By the end of the day, he was completely worn out from all the fun he had. Elyse even sent me some photos of him during playtime, which gave me peace of mind knowing he was in a secure and fun environment. I highly recommend Elyse's for anyone looking for place for their pup for the day!

Far and beyond the best boarding and daycare facility I have ever seen. The owners have such a gentle loving care for all the dogs, and it shows. Can't recommend this place enough - I know your pup will love it too!

I first took Molly Malone, as she needed more socialization and exercise. They even picked her up and dropped her off! Elyse was fantastic with her, even sending pictures of her playing with the others! Then we added Kodiak (Kodi)! He fell in love with Tom! And more pictures! I am thrilled that we have such an amazing option, knowing my "kids" will be treated like their own. They are a phenomenal couple, who have wonderful hearts for the pups! I can't say Thank You enough!

Kelsie (& Kind Animal Services) is incredible. She is as compassionate and caring as she is insightful and educated. After a 4 thumbs down experience with another trainer in Bingen, WA, we engaged Kind Animal Services to help build/rebuild our traumatized & timid rescue puppy's confidence, and teach us how to best blend him into our household and lives. She took time to know Wylie and his unique challenges while slowly gaining his trust, first. During these one-on-one sessions we learned a lot about Wylie and gained tools to support his growth. A month-long board and train at her private facility sealed the deal. Kelsie's business name says it all, but don't mistake "kind" for being a "softie". She has been thoughtful & savvy at every step. We highly recommend Kelsie and Kind Animal Services! - Heidi, Tim, Foster and Wylie 🐾

Kelsey is an amazing dog trainer, and was a god~send for us! We were looking for a trainer to help with very specific issues for our 2 farm dogs and feel so fortunate to have found Kelsey. Not only do we really resonate with her approach (really tuning in to the animals, and not using shock collars, etc), but in 1 session she made a ton of progress with us and our dogs on issues we have not been able to figure out for years! She was extremely generous with her time, essentially staying for "as long as it takes," and gave us wonderful follow-up instructions and reminders. And maybe the most important thing is the feeling I had after the session (and that's remained with me) is one of feeling hopeful and encouraged, that we're going to be able to do this with our dogs. We feel so very grateful to have found Kelsey and will continue training with her as needed.

Kelsie has been amazing for our dog and family! She listened to our concerns, came to our house and modeled ways to help our dog who has anxiety. She is very knowledgeable and in all things canine and shared tons of information and tips. She had us practice ways to help our dog that had our dog thinking she was playing games. We have faithfully played our games and incorporated the strategies and ways of doing things that Kelsie taught us and have seen vast improvement in our dog's behaviors. We would recommend anyone with questions or concerns about dogs to contact Kelsie. She truly cares about your dog and family.

I just started working with Kelsie for my Goldendoodle puppy and she’s been a great resource so far. She has given me confidence as a first time puppy owner. She is very responsive and provides me with clear and effective tips to get my puppy on the right track to being a well behaved dog.

Kelsey is fantastic to work with. She came to our house to help us with our reactive, anxious and very sensitive dog. Our dog immediately responded to her. Her presence is calm, confident and clear which is exactly what our dog needed. Most importantly, she shared her knowledge and insight(which was spot on) with us. We were able to see her model interactions with our dog but more importantly, she gave us tips and things to think about that would help all of us change our relationship with him. Since her visit, we have been working on the things she talked about. Our dog has learned SO much, is less reactive and much happier. Kelsey loves her work and it's evident that she is authentic and genuinely cares about her clients. She teaches you how to train your dog. I would highly recommend her services.

Leaving my dog Sadie in Kelsey and Ty's care was felt like a warm blanket around my shoulders. Sadie is extremely reactive, and despite medications and seeing another trainer, nothing seemed to be working with her reactivity. Kelsey was able to see Sadie's behavior at every angle and truly assess possible origins of Sadie's behavior and why things I have been trying weren't working. Before leaving Sadie in her care, I felt like I wasn't good dog mom. Kelsey helped me realize the mental state Sadie was in was the reason she wasn't receptive to training. The medications weren't doing anything because they were the wrong medications for Sadie. I learned that most vets prescribe Prozac for every dog with anxiety, depsite every dog having different needs. Kelsey just seemed to "get it" at a level that spoke to me and Sadie that no one had been able to do before. I've been in endless loops of failed attempts of training for the six months since bringing her home from the shelter. It was incredibly valuable that Sadie was able to stay in Kelsey's care in order to determine why these attempts were failing. I was given a list of protocols after picking Sadie up targeting Sadie's individual needs, and for the first time in six months I know without a doubt that this personalized approach is exactly what Sadie needs in order to heal from her past traumas and live a more happy, relaxed, and fulfilling life. I feel confident in a future where Sadie comes with me on backpacking trips or backcountry skiing without getting triggered, among a multitude of other activites I really want to experience with her where I didn't have confidence before. Not to mention, there were multiple boarding places I called to try to have Sadie cared for while I was on a 10 day vacation, but all of them rejected Sadie due to her reactivity. I was in a panic until the day I needed to leave, and Kelsey graciously offered her services just hours before I was set to leave town. Not only that, she also knew exactly what to do in order to care for Sadie as soon as she met her. I was so worried it was going to be another rejection of care, but instead I got more than I could have ever asked for. Thank you so much, Kelsey. You have a forever client for sure. 🙏🙏

K.A.S.- Kind animal services Rocks! Kelsie is an outstanding trainer! The time Anubis (6month old King Shepherd Puppy) and I spent at the school house was great. Kelsie spared no time educating me and Anubis about confidence building and positive reinforcement training. If I could have stayed the entire day to learn more from Kelsie I don’t think I’d be enough time to soak up how knowledgeable she is in her career. You can definitely tell she’s experienced and most of all passionate about her work with dogs or any animal for that matter. I would recommend K.A.S. Time and time again! I look forward to our next session at the school house!

Kelsie was so generous with her time and knowledge. I wrote to her in anticipation of getting my new rescue dog and she offered up so many helpful tips and resources! When I ran into her at our local dog store she took the time to meet my new pup, advise on, and fit him into, a harness for leash training. Again, she offered many tips and tricks - that are working! I highly recommend Kelsie - I know I will be reaching out to her for formal training.

Kelsie is a very animal trainer. She has a true gift for reading and understanding animal behavior (and their humans!) Kelsie formed a great relationship with our pack: a puppy a millennial and a senior!

I have taken my labs to train several times to Kind Animal Service. From basics to more advanced training, Kelsie brings a positive, informative, light hearted style. My dog learns, I learn, it's a win win.

Our pooches love going there. One in particular has more fun there than anywhere else. It makes me feel good leaving our furkids there.

Wonderful folks! They took great care of our dog! Very impressive and well maintained kennel. Happy to find them, will continue to be their customer.

Travis and Desi should go down in the dog kennel hall of fame. We love taking our exuberant German Shepherd Mischa there, and more importantly she loves going. My mom is terminally ill so our schedule is as unpredictable as you can get. Travis and Desi have taken our dog in on short notice several times. They are always happy to see her and love on her like she was one of their own. We used their grooming service too, and wow our beautiful dog came back looking and smelling even better. We also appreciate their kindness as they always want to know how our family is doing. Sunshine's Doggy Resort is what you want in a business that takes care of your furry family.

Our dog loves going! Highly recommend Sunshine Doggy resort!

We recently took our 6 month old lab/Shepard puppy here for a 4 day stay and he loved it! I was a nervous mamma about leaving him but felt confident after visiting the kennel prior to leaving him. My husband and I took a tour and met Travis a few days before we needed to go away. Everything was clean and the dogs looked happy. The play areas are large and well looked after. I called Travis during the 4 days to check in on my baby and he was so kind. Told me how he was doing and the names of the friends he was playing with- sweet. Our dog came home happy, we’ll cared for. We will be sending him to Sunshine’s again in the future.

These guys are really dedicated to your pets well being and comfort. They bound to your pets as they were family, we are from overseas and travelled a lot, had pets all the times but if you need someone to take care of your animals while you need to do things your pets can't be with you this is the best place for your beloved family - members. Thanks guys for your outstanding service and see you soon.

Friendly people that seem to really care about the dogs. Prices are good. Our dog seems to like it there.

What great people to work with. Attaching their hours because I couldn't ever remember what they were. Despite this they were always willing to work with me and take care of our dog like it was their own. Great rates, and while she was happy to come home, you could tell she enjoyed it since the next time she was still excited to go. Would definitely recommend and will be bringing the dog again and again.

My 17 month old moose (92 pounds) of lab puppy, Ollie, stayed with Travis and Dessie for a week and I think he really enjoyed it because every time I take him outside he wants to get in the car! He wants to go back! You have to understand that this dog is a handful, full of energy and into everything (I opened the back of the car to take his bag out when we got home and he grabbed a box of Kleenex and took off around the garage!) and both Travis and Dessie seemed to enjoy his antics. Thank you for taking great care of our fur kid. I think we all enjoyed the vacation. We will be back!

The owners were friendly. Our dog was eager to meet the other dogs. Our dog stayed two nights. When we picked him up he wasn't acting himself and had a hard time walking. When we got him home he laid on his bed and couldn't move. His paws were all beat up and bleeding. He couldn't even walk. We took him to the vet the next day and they put him on pain medication and cream for his paws. We believe it was all the playing on the rocks in their outside area.