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    Uncle Pawpaw

    5.0 (76 reviews)
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    Hanging out with the bigger dogs on his 2nd day
    Camie B.

    Uncle Pawpaw's daycare is amazing! I dropped off my dog, Enoki (2nd dog to the left), to daycare today and he loved it! He was so scared at first but literally 15 mins after I left, his team sent me a video of Enoki socializing with the other dogs. I received constant updates about Enoki throughout the whole day so I wasn't worried too much about him. Right when we got home, he immediately took a nap as it looks like he played all day. Thank you so much to Uncle Pawpaw and his team for taking care of Enoki. I reached out to him the night before and he was kind enough to accept my last minute request of dropping off Enoki the next day since I had to go to work in SF for a whole day. Highly recommend him and his team. Enoki will be back soon!

    Twinsies at Uncle Pawpaw's! That's my boy Apollo sitting up on the right (chihuahua mix)
    Leona B.

    I've taken my boy Apollo to Roy for about two years now. Started out looking for a few days boading for him and then continued using daycare services 1day/wk thereafter. As Apollo was just a pup when we first brought him, he was quite energetic and I was concerned that he would be an annoyance but Roy and his crew keep good watch over their "clients" to make sure all learn to get along. As a result, our boy is very socialized with other dogs and people. I also feel good taking him for a day of play and it's comforting to know that we have a trustworthy place to board our dog. Apollo literally drags me to the door and is ready to jump inside the moment it opens! My husband and I fully endorse Uncle Pawpaw's for all their services. They are genuinely canine caring professionals!

    Momiji says thank you!

    We just left our Great Pyr puppy, Momiji, with Uncle Roy for the first time and we couldn't be happier! We did a meet and greet first and could tell immediately that this would be a good fit. Roy was so comfortable and Miji took to him right away. Roy keeps such a calm demeanor with the dogs which puts them at ease too. We got videos and updates which I loved! And Miji even came home with clipped nails! We will definitely be bringing Miji back here

    Wendy N.

    Cali loves going here once a week. She love playing there. She always comes home happy and tired which means she had an awesome day. Roy and his team are so nice a friendly. So happy we found him in our area. Great service Great pricing Always available Five star service I would recommend uncle Pawpaw to anyone needing a sitter for the day or overnight!

    I rarely do reviews, but Uncle Pawpaw deserves one! My dog, Appa, is a very dog selective type. In her five years of life, she has only taken into liking probably only about one dog and a half to play with lol. When Roy sent me a picture of Appa sleeping with another dog, I was beyond shocked! It was miraculous for my dog to be sitting AND relaxing next to another dog!!!!!!!!!!!!! Whatever Roy and the rest of the staff did, gave me confidence and hope that my Appa can have a dog sibling someday! Thank you!!!! If I can give 10 stars, I will!

    K. M.

    Not sure what I would do without Uncle Paw Paw! I have a 4lb Maltipoo that I love dearly and was always afraid to travel without him before I met Roy. I had a 2 week work trip coming up which prompted me to contact Roy. We had a meet and greet which instantly made me feel comfortable. Roy is so friendly! You can tell this isn't just a business for him although due to it being a business I appreciate the precautions he takes such as keeping the smaller dogs separate from the larger if needed. I know my little one is safe! Kairo is so happy every time we pull into the drive way he can't wait to get inside. Every video Roy sends I can tell he is having a ball which helps me feel at ease while I am away. I also appreciate how flexible he is with scheduling as a busy entrepreneur my timing changes at times and it has never been a problem. Thank you so much Roy!

    Babies with their new friends enjoying the scenery
    Bel V.

    First of all, if I could, I would give a million stars for uncle PawPaw!!!! Roy came to the rescue for our fur babies in more ways than one. I tried to see if he had any room for our baby back in February but bc it was a holiday weekend, there weren't any room but I promised I'd keep him in mind when we were in need of boarding again just bc of the outstanding n relaxing photos of the pups on here. They look so happy n for absolutely good reason- it's bc THEY ARE! Fast forward to this past weekend, Roy had space for us n I was a bit hesitant bc our first babies are rescues n are timid n shy at first meet (barking with warning signs) but they went STRAIGHT to Roy as though he's been their friend forever! It was indeed love at first sight lol...which made me feel so good in leaving them with him. He is the ultimate dog whisperer!!!! The next morning I get a notification that one of them is urinating blood n there's clots but as time goes on, there isn't anymore clots, but fresh bleeding so we take her to the emergency vet hsp. She ended up staying overnight to be treated but our other baby was in good hands at uncle PawPaw. If Roy hadn't been so watchful, we would've missed the warning signs of bladder stones n our baby would've suffered in silence. Roy was such a sweetheart n gentle to everyone especially me being freaked out n worried! Roy is an absolute godsend n I will never forget his kindness to us. He even washed their bedding!!!! Amazing customer service as well!!!! We will be returning when we are back in the area. If you want n need anyone to take your fur baby to for sitting, daycare, grooming etc- uncle PawPaw is THE ONLY place to go!!!!!

    Uncle Pawpaws house has plenty of comfortable pillows for dogs to lie on.
    David M.

    If you want your dog to be well-cared for in a comfortable house in a nurturing environment and by a great dog-lover, I HIGHLY recommend Uncle PawPaw boarding services. Roy Coleman and his partner Brianna Navarro run their business out or Roy's house in Union City. I recently left my 15-year old lab with Roy for 4 days, and he sent me periodic pictures of her (to show me that she was very comfortable), and when I could not pick her up on time (got stuck in Reno/Tahoe for 2 days), he had no trouble keeping her and feeding her out of his own food stock. He also bathed her and clipped her nails at no extra charge. In short, Roy was very communicative and wonderful in every way possible with my dog, and I will now use him as my dog boarder going forward.

    Rocky and one of his people at Uncle Pawpaw.
    Susana G.

    I boarded my puppy, Rocky, with Uncle Pawpaw for over 3 weeks. I brought Rocky to meet him before the trip and had him spend a day to make sure he would be ok. Roy was very nice and Rocky liked him immediately. I was worried that he would be ok for such a long time and I missed him a lot. Roy was kind enough to send me videos, pictures, and updates on Rocky that ensured me that he was having a great time and making friends with all breeds and sizes of doggies and he was with very caring humans. When I picked Rocky up he had been given a bath and he was so happy to see me. Thanks Uncle Pawpaw! Rocky will be back to see you again!

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    Awesome dog sitter!our dog Jet loves him and his workers. Can take Jet anytime without a reservation! Roy is the best!

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    Ask the Community - Uncle Pawpaw

    How does puppy socializing work and how much does it cost to board?

    A process where the puppy is slowly introduced to other dogs. @uncle_pawpaws we start with dogs that are the same size or smaller. They meet, play and get used to each other. As this happens, and the puppy gets more comfortable.… Read more

    Hello. Do you offer puppy socializing classes?

    Hello. We do provide puppy socialization. We do not offer it as a class, they would be socialized in our daycare.

    I'm in a bind and need boarding for my very chill and easy spayed dachshund week of 12/22?

    Hello. Please text me at 510-739-4317 to discuss.

    I have a one year old Maltese needs boarding for 15 days. Can you accommodate?

    I can do that. Please visit my website for the email address and a few questions to answer. Www.unclepawpaw.com.

    Hi, Interested in boarding our 5 y/o terrier mix. Are you guys licensed and bonded?

    Hello. I am insured. I am in the process of being licensed.

    Does he do grooming anymore?

    No we do not have a groomer at this time.

    I'm interested in boarding for my 6 year old English bulldog female. She's very playful yet not for long time periods ? Looking for the 26-30?

    I’d suggest to call or email from the address on the website. Uncle Pawpaw responses in a fast timely manner.

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    Review Highlights - Uncle Pawpaw

    Roy was able to take a super last minute boarding reservation for me when my family was unable to take him in.

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    Workindoggz - Grooming with Kris

    Workindoggz

    (85 reviews)

    I had to board my two dogs here many times this last year, and I have been happy with the…read moreexperience. My travel happened a lot of times at the last minute, and overall I feel like they did a great job accommodating me and handling the situations which were sometimes chaotic. My dogs are both super high energy, and they always seem to return relaxed from their stays. I like that there are certain activities they do with the dogs and that they video / photograph it daily. I do feel like a live camera would be nice but I understand that can bring more complications. Lastly, their actual place has gotten WAY nicer since I first went there. It looks very clean and organized.

    Workindoggz has been a lifesaver for me and my three dogs. Each of my dogs has very different needs…read moreand I feel like this place has been able to support all of them. I originally started coming here for training with Ria when I brought home a new puppy and my other two dogs were not getting along with him. Through her training, all of my dogs have developed the skills they needed. The training is ongoing and I've been able to go at a pace that works for my schedule and budget. I now feel much more in control of my dogs' behavior. All three of my dogs are reactive in different ways and the training has made a huge difference. Ria is incredibly knowledgeable and takes the time to explain things in a way that actually helps me understand what I'm doing and why. She's also very consistent, which I really appreciate. I've worked with other trainers before, but it never felt like an ongoing relationship where I could ask questions or continue learning like I can with Ria. We've done both individual sessions and group reactivity classes and I love that my dogs get to practice being around other dogs in a structured, non-judgmental environment. I've seen real progress in each of them. One has improved with aggressive and overprotective behavior, another has built confidence, and my third has gained obedience skills and improved socialization. I also use their daycare for my youngest dog and he absolutely loves it. He's been going for about six months now. He comes home happy and tired from physical activity and mental enrichment. The facility is great, the staff are caring, and I love getting photo updates. It's also a big plus that they have grooming services on-site. It gives me extra peace of mind that the facilities are all indoors and they work closely with the vet next door in case of an emergency. I'm really grateful to have found a place that supports both my dogs and me!

    Paws & Cuddles Daycare & Boarding

    Paws & Cuddles Daycare & Boarding

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    Super grateful to have found Alex to board and care for my high energy labradoodle puppy, Marlo!…read more From the start, it was clear through initial interactions with Alex that he was well prepared and qualified. He answered all my questions and asked great questions in return. I could tell he understands how to care for animals with patience and joy. Marlo can be a handful with all his energy and need for attention, but Alex handled it like a pro - providing plenty of playtime, socialization and affection. It was especially comforting to receive regular updates and photos that gave me peace of mind while we were away. Marlo even made a new bestie, bonding with another doodle Alex was caring for. When we picked up Marlo, he was happy and healthy. We can tell he had a great week thanks to Alex!

    Django, my goofy Akita, boarded with Alex from 7/20-7/27…read more Alex is a great communicator and prompt in his responses! He is definitely trustworthy and asked appropriate questions related to Django's needs prior to boarding. He shared updates and photos which I did not request in advance, but took it upon himself to help ease our minds while we were away on vacation! After the initial expected super excited reunion b/w Django and his humans, I could definitely tell Django was very happy and relaxed. I will continue to utilize the services offered with this business because I know my pet is in good hands. I would definitely recommend Alex because his love and attention to the animals under his care is obvious. Thank you Alex!

    Hailey's Dog Daycare & Boarding - Winter!

    Hailey's Dog Daycare & Boarding

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    This is long overdue review. Hailey is THE BEST…read more We had a family emergency and needed to travel and our usual doggy daycare was all booked up. Somehow we found Hailey and called her and explained our situation and she accommodated us. Our child, Peter, is high energy dog . She told us to bring him in and she will evaluate. When I brought him in I was worried and had to tell her again that he is high energy to make sure everything would be ok. She met him and took him in and made sure I left feeling confident. She told me if he was uncomfortable she would take him home with her so he would be able to sleep. 100% would recommend Hailey. Outstanding to see how she handles all types of dogs and their behaviors to accommodate them and make them and their parents feel safe.

    I am sharing my experience in the hope that it helps others evaluating boarding options, especially…read morewhen paying a deposit to hold a spot. I reached out to Hailey after a positive referral. During our initial visit, she was very professional and helpful, and the facility seemed well run. We ultimately chose a home-based daycare for our 6-month-old puppy and canceled well in advance. In October 2025, I paid a $855 deposit via Zelle to reserve boarding and requested a refund after canceling. After multiple follow-ups, I was told the refund would be processed. I was later informed that the refund had been sent to the wrong person and would be corrected, with a commitment that it would be completed by February 18, 2026. Unfortunately, I never received it, and there has been no resolution since. I've attempted to follow up via phone (calls are no longer being accepted), WhatsApp (messages are read but not responded to), and email, but have not received any response. At this point, I am still waiting on the refund and have had to pursue formal channels to resolve this. I hope this can be resolved promptly.

    Club K9 - Dog daycare... let the race begin!

    Club K9

    (133 reviews)

    We have had such a wonderful experience with Odin's daycare. From the beginning, the team has been…read morewelcoming, attentive, and genuinely caring. It gives me real peace of mind knowing Odin is in a safe, positive, and loving environment. Alllllllllll the staff are patient, professional, and clearly passionate about what they do. Odin has been well cared for, and I truly appreciate the consistency, communication, and kindness they have shown. It is not easy trusting others with your dog, and they have made that trust feel easy. I am incredibly grateful for the care they provide and would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for a daycare that treats pets like family.

    Amazing place that our dog enjoys, and a staff that's just as awesome!…read more We had a last minute trip and I called for same day boarding - thankfully it wasn't a weekend or a holiday so there was some room for my dog for 3 nights. (If you're planning to board during the holidays, I highly recommend reserving weeks, maybe months for major holidays). In the rush of going to the Sunol to beat the 680 rush hour traffic - I completely forgot my dog's food, bed and toys at home ‍. I was too far out to turn around. Once I arrived, I explained my situation and asked if they had any in-house food and how much it would cost. They were so gracious and told me that the can take of the food for 3 nights at no charge - thank you so much!! They'll also make sure to add extra blankets on our dog's pet. I highly recommend this place, and it's always my go-to place for boarding in the South Bay. Been boarding our dog here the past 4 years!

    iThink Pet

    iThink Pet

    (28 reviews)

    Analyn did a wonderful job caring for our beloved cat Fion while we were gone for two whole weeks…read more We received lots of photos and updates and loved that Fion could walk around and hang out in different places rather than being in a kennel or "cat condo" for two whole weeks. Unfortunately, a cat sitter who drops by the house doesn't work for us because Fion ruins the house if she is left alone. So being able to leave Fion at Analyn's house works out very well for us. We highly recommend iThink Pet to other pet owners!

    My husband and I were so fortunate to find iThink Pet in 2016 when searching for a new cat sitter…read moreon Yelp, after we moved to San Leandro. We had excellent cat sitters for several years (but were moving to a new location where they no longer could serve) so we were very anxious to find the "right fit". The search was over upon meeting Analyn Carino. She was kind, personable and passionate about her business. We also thought it was wonderful this was a family run business where her brother, Jason, would also be working with us. We have found Jason and Analyn's associates to be very attentive to our last minute cat sitting needs and requests. This is one of their greatest strengths, their excellent communication and responsiveness. Daily photos, and daily texts to keep us informed! Wow! When they arrive at our home to watch over Loke, our flame-point short hair Siamese and Mocha, our black medium hair tabby, they work extra hard to ensure we can have peace of mind while we are out of town. From these daily updates, summaries and taking photos of our fur babies to taking in our packages that arrive at our front step as well checking our mail, they are professional, dedicated and easy to work with. We appreciate their concern and gentle treatment of Loke and Mocha, as if they were their own pets, which is one of our top priorities in retaining pet sitting services. We highly recommend Analyn, Jason and the iThinkPets team. If you ever have a question, feel free to reach out to myself through Yelp as we would proudly provide a referral! We welcome questions and happily available to share our own personal positive stories and experiences after working with iThinkPet since 2016. They are wonderful and Loke and Mocha love them like family. Thanks so much Analyn and Jason! We iThinkPet!

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