We are conveniently located in the Bay Park area of San Diego, overlooking Mission Bay; just a hop, skip and a jump from the airport. Our two story home and fenced in yard are completely safe and pet friendly. We have had dogs all of our lives, primarily Boxers. So we are well acquainted with big, silly dogs. We currently have no pets of our own, but since retiring, we have enjoyed spoiling visiting grandchildren, “granddogs” and all sizes of furry visitors.
Keeping in mind your specific training and rules of your home, pets are welcome in bed with us at night, and our furniture is pet friendly. Medication administration and special dietary needs are quite common and dealt with as a matter of course.
We enjoy hiking and long walks and would love for your dogs to join us and allow us to spoil them too!

I have been working in the animal care industry for a number of years now, including working for Coronado Animal Services, the San Diego Humane Society, and a veterinary clinic. In school, I studied pre-veterinary biology, and plan to finish my bachelors degree as soon as possible. I have experience working with domestic animals, but I also have experience working with avian and exotics. My wife, Jules and I currently have a Boston Terrier, named Gertie, and a kitten, named Fritz (who we actually got for Gertie, so she would have a friend). We love all kinds of animals, and have had quite a variety as pets through our years, including hairless rats, a chinchilla and degus (related to the guiney pig).

In her own words:

Hi, my name is Jeanette. I have been a pet lover all of my life, especially dogs. I have worked part time at a dog and cat grooming salon for the last 20 years. I live in a great house in the north end of Escondido, on two fenced-in acres, and a large dog run. We have furry friends that come vacation at our home often. I have two teenaged children that are always a part of the playing. We all enjoy our four-legged friends and take good care of them. We would love to have your pet vacation with us. We get lots of fresh air and exercise, comfortable sleeping beds, lots of love and attention, petting, and hugs. Your dog will love this home away from home.

In his own words:

Once upon a time there was this real nice fella named Kris who came to San Diego from Sunny South Florida back in 2000. I have been in the Pet Trade for about 20 yrs. and have been involved with wildlife rehabilitation and raising exotic birds.  I am currently breeding all varieties of Cockatiels, Pacific Parrotletts and Congo African Grays. My partner Charlie and I are owned by a teacup poodle named “Minny”, a Jack Russell-ShiTzu mix named “Jefferson” and a beautiful big red hand raised Macaw named “Sundance”.  All visiting birdies are separately housed and given a variety of fresh fruits, veggies, treats and loads of attention in addition to any special instructions that they may require.  I love all kinds of animals (more so than most people).  When your pet comes to Kris and Charlie’s house in Oceanside it's like Pet Disney World.  We don't have a Tinker Bell but we have Kris!

Kris’s expertise with birds makes him a very valuable member of the Paws`N Play team!

Claire is a California Registered Veterinary Technician and the owner of K9 Training and Consulting, a La Jolla based dog training service.  K9 Training and Consulting provides private dog training, pet transportation, pet selection assistance, and wholesale pet supply delivery.  K9 Training and Consulting is a founding member of Petsitters International, the National Association of Professional Petsitters, and the Association of Pet Dog Trainers...  In addition, Claire is a dog and cat groomer and is a Certified Animal Hygienist (CAH).       Claire also volunteers for Canine Companions for Independence, a non-profit organization that provides assistance dogs for people with physical disabilities   Claire was the recipient of a Volunteer Award in l989 and has had two service dogs named in her honor.

Claire lives in a 2 bedroom condominium in La Jolla in the UCSD area. She is owned by a 19 year old cat named Talley. She can accommodate cat friendly small to medium sized dogs. If dogs are allowed on furniture at home, then they are welcome on the furniture at Claire’s. As a professional dog trainer, Claire can offer board & train services for an additional fee. (call for pricing).
 
Claire is a welcome addition to the Paws`N Play Team!