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    4.7 (30 reviews)
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    Net B.

    We found a place we can trust to board Shadow, an Australian Shepherd. Elise had been amazing throughout the whole process. First, we scheduled a meet and greet and later scheduled a one-night boarding stay trial. Shadow did well and already didn't want to leave the place! We decided to book 12 days boarding so we could leave for a vacation. One night before we left, Shadow started to limp! We took Shadow to the veterinarian and were given medications for muscle pain. We informed Elise, and she was understanding and followed the instructions for medication, monitored his condition, and limited his physical activity as the veterinarian instructed. Every day while we were on vacation, we received a report card on how Shadow was doing along with pictures, and I could tell how much fun Shadow had when he was there. Shadow will definitely be going back there again soon! Highly recommended for your future furbaby's stay.

    Laurie C.

    My pup started boarding here a few months ago. Elise and her staff have created such a homelike environment at Paw Vivant. Indoor/outside play, couches for the pups and plenty of attention. It is clean and the sleep area has spacious crates for ultimate relaxation. They have overnight staff so pups are never alone. They send daily pupdates with plenty of photos. My pup dashes into the gate when we drop him for boarding.

    Nitesh D.

    We've dropped our four-legged kiddo Woodson off at a few boarders and they've done great with him, but walking into Paw Vivant felt like we were walking into a home. You can tell Elise and her family truly love what they do and the dogs they take care of. After a quick daycare stay, we knew this was the place that we'd be bringing Woodson to when we had to leave town. He came back so happy and, most importantly, tired. Plus, getting report cards and photos of him having fun put our hearts and minds at ease. We cannot wait to send him back for some fun and excitement with his pawsome friends.

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    Natalie T.

    Elise is amazing!! This is my first time boarding my baby Teddy and I'm super glad I found Paw Vivant. The facility is super clean and Elise really takes good care of all the fur babies. When you drop ur dog off, she makes sure all the questions and needs are met so your doggie can have the best time. I really appreciated that, so from the moment I dropped him off, I knew he was in good hands. I absolutely adored the report cards and photo updates of Teddy, it seemed like he was having a blast! As soon as he got home, he immediately went to bed and knocked tf out as he was so tired from his 4 day stay. It's funny to hear how his personality is like with other dogs he's having sleepovers with LOL

    Jessica Joyce V.

    My husband and I thankfully found Elise on Rover in 2023. At the time, we didn't trust anybody with our fur babies but we inevitably needed somebody to watch them while we went on a vacation. Probably one of the best decisions i've ever made was booking with Elise. We honestly couldn't imagine trusting anyone else with our dogs now. From the very beginning she has been incredibly attentive and communicative. She sends frequent updates (but will minimize the updates per request), photos, and videos so we always know how our pups are doing, which gives us so much peace of mind when we're away. Our dogs absolutely love her, and it's obvious she genuinely cares about them like they're her own. What started as boarding at her home has now grown into a full business, she followed her dream! The space is beautiful and very clean. She has a dog shower station, two rooms with multiple crates, a gated play area, and even a makeshift backyard with turf so the dogs have a safe place to run around and play. Booking is super simple using the Gingr app- and on there she'll update report cards to let us know how they're doing. She always goes the extra mile with little touches too. She sends the dogs home with cute goodie bags that include treats and a Polaroid photo, which we love keeping. She has also bathed and groomed our dogs while they stayed with her. They can be a little sassy during shower and drying but she does amazing! One thing we really appreciate is how thoughtful she is about the dogs' care. She always checks with owners before giving any extra treats, and she has helped administer medication for our dogs when needed. There was even a time when both of our dogs needed extra medical attention and close observation, and she handled everything calmly and responsibly. That level of trust means a lot to us. She's also super accommodating with special requests. After one of our longer vacations, we asked if she could film our dogs' reaction when they saw us again, and she made sure to capture the whole moment. If you're looking for someone who is responsible, communicative, and truly loves the dogs she watches, we can't recommend her enough. Our dogs get the zoomies when we say Elise's name. We thank you so much Elise + brother + mom, Bruno & Bella love you guys!

    Lisa P.

    WE LOVE PAWVIVANT!!! I cannot say enough wonderful things about Pawvivant and Elise. Before finding them, my dogs had not been doing well at other boarding facilities. They would come home completely exhausted, stressed, and even seemed traumatized. I noticed weight loss after stays, and it was heartbreaking. As a small dog owner, it's incredibly hard to find a place where little dogs don't get lost in the shuffle or overwhelmed by larger groups. Pawvivant is completely different. From the moment we connected with Elise, I knew this was special. My dogs were treated like family -- truly. It felt less like a boarding facility and more like they were staying at someone's loving home, surrounded by fun, friendly doggos in a safe and cozy environment. The play space is clean, airy, and welcoming, with music softly playing in the background. It feels calm, happy, and thoughtfully designed. They even threw a birthday party for one of my pups -- decorations, celebration, and SO many adorable photos! Another day included a field trip to a local park. It's clear the dogs aren't just supervised -- they're engaged, loved, and having genuine fun. I received daily report cards along with photos and videos, and Elise was always reachable and in constant contact. The communication alone gave me such peace of mind. My dogs had the BEST time -- and for the first time ever, I'm not anxious about future boarding. That says everything. They offer both boarding and daycare, and I especially recommend Pawvivant to small dog owners who want a place that truly understands little dogs' needs. Elise was even caring for a rabbit during the same week, so if you have a pet that's hard to board, definitely give her a call. Finding Pawvivant has been a complete game changer for us. Five stars isn't enough.

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    Melissa C.

    Our goldendoodle, Teddy, has been boarding with Elise since 2024 and it has always been exceptional experiences working with her. We receive frequent updates and photos from Elise and Teddy has never looked happier. Elise is professional, organized, and well educated about dogs. We were so excited to hear that she opened up a facility that still remains in Fremont. Paw Vivant is very clean and has that indoor/outdoor feel so Teddy can get all the fresh air he needs. We are so lucky to have found Elise and look forward to Teddy's future adventures at Paw Vivant.

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    HAPPINESS We've had such a great experience here. My dog absolutely loves coming--she doesn't even look back when I drop her off, which says everything. It's clear she's excited and comfortable every time. SAFETY I also have complete peace of mind leaving her with Elise. I know Rey is in good hands, getting plenty of care, attention, and stimulation while playing with other dogs. It's such a relief to have a place I trust this much. RELATIONSHIP Elise takes care to document our puppy's time during boarding. It gives me peace of mind and I love getting our "PUPDATES". Elise is an excellent communicator. I've also really enjoyed getting to know Elise - she has been boarding Rey since Rey was a puppy, so I'm very happy that she opened her own facility so that Rey can stay with Elise whenever we travel. Highly recommend!

    Abril C.

    Elise and her staff did an amazing job to welcome in Lobo, she showed us the facility and shared details about how things are run. The environment is incredibly clean and organized, it definitely gives off a "home away from home" vibe to help the dogs feel more comfortable. My pup came back home happy and content without showing any signs of stress. I also really loved the report cards and the welcome goodie bag! (Treat is not included in the picture, Lobo gobbled it up :) )

    Roseann E.

    We boarded our energetic little 8 lb yorkie mix at Paw Vivant for a week while we were out of town. It's really hard leaving our fur baby since he's with me all the time. Elise is very kind and gentle with our anxious dog. She texted daily report cards, pictures and videos which we appreciated so much. Our dog got many belly rubs, treats and Elise even took the time to help our dog get used to being around other dogs. We were so happy seeing him playing with other dogs! The facility is cute/modern, very clean and no pet smells like other places we've been to. Thank you so much to Elise and her team for taking great care of our fur baby while we were away!

    Audrey D.

    We have been boarding our Maltese, Musubi, with Elise since 2023, and she is truly the best pet sitter we have ever come across. We tried many sitters on Rover before finding her, and none even come close. Musubi was a pandemic puppy and had pretty bad separation anxiety early on. He was also a little aggressive and anxious around other dogs. Thanks to Elise's patience, care, and experience, he is now a completely different dog. Whenever we pick him up, he is happy, calm, and well adjusted. We were so shocked when she sent us videos of him happily playing with big dogs! He even gets visibly excited when he realizes we are about to drop him off with her, which says everything. Elise goes above and beyond in her care. She sends frequent photo updates and always lets us know how he is doing, whether he is eating well, getting along with other dogs, going on walks, and even how his potty breaks are going. Sometimes she will groom him before we pick up him after a long trip, and he comes back looking and smelling fresh with trimmed nails, a cute haircut, and tear stains gone (a struggle for white dogs). It gives us so much peace of mind when we are away. Her new commercial facility, Paw Vivant, is absolutely beautiful. The space is spotless and thoughtfully designed. It honestly feels like a bed and breakfast for dogs, I almost want to stay there myself. There is a great outdoor turf area for playtime, and the overnight rooms are spacious with air conditioning and security cameras so you know your dog is safe and comfortable. Knowing there will also be overnight staff makes it even more reassuring. I truly cannot recommend Elise and Paw Vivant enough. There is a reason she has so many repeat clients. If you are looking for someone who genuinely loves and understands dogs and treats them like family, this is the place.

    We have been coming to Elise/Paw Vivant for the past 3 years. it's pretty hard to find somewhere to board your pets that are both safe and reliable, but luckily we found Paw Vivant. We feel safe when leaving our fur baby with her because she sends frequent updates and takes the time to tailor her care towards your dog's needs. She has been very reliable every time we need boarding for our dog! We can tell our dog always has so much fun and is always super excited to come back! the space and layout of the facility is very clean and well put-together. paw vivant will always be our go-to anytime we need someone to watch our dog!

    Jax enjoying his time at Paw Vivant!
    Jenelle A.

    Jax enjoyed his stay at Paw Vivant! I was super nervous to find a new sitter since I just moved to the area but Elise really made it easy while I was away with lots of pictures and updates. Super detailed oriented to Jax's specific care needs. Jax will be back soon :)

    Elise's great photo skills. She will send you photos that you would want to set as your home page!!

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