Off Clement · Boutique dog hotel & walks · Inner Richmond

A beautiful home, a private yard, and me, home with them all day.

Your dog stays with me in a lovely San Francisco home, not a kennel. I work from home, so during the day I'm right here with them. They get a private backyard, at least two walks on full days, meals on their usual schedule, their medicine, and plenty of toys, treats, and attention.

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Home with your dog all day
Small groups only
2+ walks on full days
Meet & greet first, always

Rare in the cityA private backyard, all theirs

What your dog gets

Everything they get at home, and a little more.

With me, all day

The backyard

A private, enclosed garden for lounging, sniffing, and play through the day, always with me close by.

2 minimum, more on request

Walks on demand

Two real walks every full day in Golden Gate Park or the Presidio. If your dog wants more, they get more.

Your food, your schedule

Feedings

I feed the food you bring, in the amount you tell me, at the times your dog is used to. Slow feeders and separate bowls are no problem.

Logged every dose

Medicine

Pills (hidden in a treat or given by hand), liquids, eye and ear drops, and topical treatments. Every dose is written down with the time.

Plenty of both

Treats and attention

Belly rubs, brushing, and couch time. Treats are given with your approval, and never if your dog is on a special diet.

Fetch, tug, and more

Toys and play

A full toy basket: tennis balls, tug ropes, squeakers, and puzzle feeders. Fetch in the yard, tug on the patio, and a new game when they get bored.

Sleeps inside

Cozy nights

Every dog sleeps indoors, never in a kennel. Bring their bed or a blanket from home and they'll settle right in.

Every evening

Photo updates

A few photos and a short note each night, so you know exactly how your dog's day went.

My specialty

Senior dogs, dogs on medicine, and nervous dogs.

Some dogs need more than a bed and a bowl. These are the dogs I love having here most, and a quiet home with someone around all day suits them far better than a busy kennel.

Older dogs
Senior dogs
Gentle walks at their own pace, extra potty breaks, and a soft bed indoors. Nobody rushes an old dog here.
Every dose logged
Dogs on medication
Pills, liquids, eye and ear drops, and topical treatments, given on your schedule and written down with the time. Medicine is always free.
Their pace
Anxious and shy dogs
A calm house, small groups, and someone home all day. The meet and greet lets your dog get to know me and the house before the first night, and they warm up in their own time.

The yard

A private garden, and a cozy home to come in to.

Most city dogs never get a backyard of their own. Here, they have one for the whole stay.

A smiling golden retriever on the deck, with the garden behind

A golden retriever relaxing on the living room rug

A brown and white Australian shepherd grinning on the grass

SafeFully enclosedFenced all the way around, so your dog stays safely off the street.
CleanA proper place to goThe garden has its own dedicated relief area, tidied after every visit, so the rest of the yard stays fresh for lounging and play.
WatchedSupervised playDogs are never left alone in the yard. Groups are matched by size and energy.
ComfyDeck, patio, and shadeA sunny deck, a stone patio, and shady spots under the trees, with fresh water bowls out all day.
After darkLit up at nightString lights and garden lights make evening potty breaks and last walks easy and safe.
BedtimeInside at nightEveryone sleeps indoors. Bring their bed or crate if they have one.

The yard is a bonus. The walks are real.

Your dog isn't just let out back to do their business. Dogs here for the day get real walks, on leash, out in the neighborhood and the park.

Two walks on every full day and 24-hour stay, plus more if your dog wants them
Real destinations: Golden Gate Park, the Presidio, and Mountain Lake Park
Time to sniff and explore, not a quick lap around the block
Every walk is in your daily note, with the time and where we went

A real day here

I'm home with them all day, and you get a note every evening.

I'm home with your dog during the day, so they aren't left alone while someone is at work. Each night I send photos and a short log of the day: meals, walks, medicine, and how your dog is doing. Here's an example.

Biscuit, day 3 of 5Tues · Example

6:45 amYard breakdone
7:15 amWalk, Golden Gate Park, 1.4 midone
8:00 amBreakfast, 1 cup kibble, ate it alldone
8:05 amApoquel 16 mg, in a pill pocketgiven
10–4Fetch and tug with Luna and Otis, naps on the patiodone
5:30 pmWalk, the Presidio, 1.1 midone
6:00 pmDinner, 1 cup kibble + pumpkindone
9:30 pmLast potty walk, beddone

J.J. smiling and holding his cat Baxter by a sunny window

About me

Hi, I'm J.J.

I've had animals my whole life. I grew up with four cats, three dogs, and a boatload of hamsters and lizards, so a houseful of paws feels normal to me. I started boarding to give dogs a better option than a kennel while their families are away. I work from home, so during the day I'm here with your dog, not away at an office.

I can host several dogs at once, but I keep groups small so every dog gets real attention. Before I say yes to any stay, you and your dog come over for a meet and greet. It has to be a good fit for everyone: you, your dog, me, and my cat, Baxter.

Inner Richmond, San FranciscoCA 94118 · exact address shared after booking

Golden Gate Parkshort walk

The Presidio & Mountain Lake Parkshort walk

Clement Streetaround the corner

Raised with

4 cats
3 dogs
Many hamsters
A few lizards

Around here

Friends, furry and otherwise.

J.J. hugging Baxter the cat on the couch

A shepherd mix sniffing wildflowers on a trail

A corgi trotting happily down the sidewalk

J.J. on the couch with Baxter asleep on his chest — J.J. and Baxter

Kind words

What clients say.

James is an excellent dog walker for our dog, Dory! Dory can be a little shy and wary of strangers, but she really warmed up to James within a pretty short time period. We attribute it to James’ easygoing nature and positive energy. He is incredibly responsive, provides very thoughtful updates, sends many photos of our sweet pup, and always keeps us informed. We are grateful for James and appreciate that he treats our Dory girl with love, kindness, and patience. She seems to enjoy her walking adventures with him! Highly recommend to anyone looking for a dog walker they can trust!

Katherine & James P.Dog walking

James is a great, communicative sitter. He hosted my dog and him and his cat were so welcoming and loving towards her! Would absolutely recommend, and we’ll absolutely be using his services again.

May B.Dog boarding

James has been house-sitting for my cat Lionel for the past few years. He’s reliable, caring and loves animals. I feel so comfortable knowing he’s able to watch my furry friend.

Joan W.Cat sitting

JJ is the best! My dog loves him and I’m so happy I found him.

Nicolette K.Dog sitting

Pricing

Simple rates, by the visit, day, or night.

Every stay includes the private yard, feedings, toys, treats, attention, and photo updates. Walks are included as listed below.

Service	What's included	Rate
Evening visit6–10 pm, 4 hours	Yard play, a walk, dinner if needed	$65 per visit
Full day7 am – 7 pm, up to 12 hours	Yard play, two walks, lunch if needed	$92 per day
OvernightDrop off after 5 pm, pick up by 10 am	Evening and morning potty breaks outside (not park walks), meals, sleeps inside	$114 per night
24 hoursAny start time, same time next day	Yard time, 2+ walks, meals, nightly update	$140 per 24 hrs
Late pickupAfter 10 am on your last day	Your dog keeps playing until you arrive. Pickup by 2 pm is a flat $25; after 2 pm, it's $10 for each additional hour. Pickup after 8 pm counts as another night.	+$25 until 2 pm
Pickup & drop-offInner & Outer Richmond, Inner & Outer Sunset, and nearby	I pick your dog up at your door and bring them home. Outside this area, drop-off and pickup are at my home.	+$12 per trip
Each additional dogSame household, same stay	70% of the first dog's rate. For example, two dogs overnight is $114 + $80 = $194.	70% of the rate, per extra dog
Holiday nightsThanksgiving, Dec 20 – Jan 2, July 4	Same care; book early	+$23 per night
MedicinePills, liquids, drops	Given on your schedule and logged	Free always

Before the first stay

A meet and greet at my home (required, and free)
Up-to-date rabies vaccine, with proof
On flea and tick prevention
Dogs must be friendly with other dogs, and with cats

What to bring

Enough food for the stay, plus a day extra
Medicine, with written instructions
Leash and collar with ID tag
Their bed or a blanket that smells like home
A favorite toy, if they have one

Booking

No deposit needed to hold your dates
Drop off and pick up at my home, or add door-to-door pickup for $12 a trip
Free cancellation up to 7 days before
Pay by cash, Venmo, or Zelle
Tips are never expected, and always appreciated

Dog walking

Solo and small-group walks in the park.

Not boarding? I also walk dogs. I pick your dog up at your door, we head to Golden Gate Park or the Presidio, and I bring them home tired and happy. Social dogs can join a small-group walk with two or three neighborhood friends. You get a photo from every walk.

Golden Gate Park
The Presidio
Mountain Lake Park

An Australian shepherd on leash heading down a wooded trail

30-minute walkOne dog, one-on-one$42 per walk

60-minute walkOne dog, one-on-one$65 per walk

Small-group walk45 minutes, 2–3 dogs from the neighborhood$35 per dog

Second dogSame household, same walk+$15 per walk

10-walk pack30-minute walks, use within 2 months$375 save $45

Pickup in the Inner and Outer Richmond, Laurel Heights, and Lone Mountain. Ask if you're nearby.

How booking works

Every new dog comes over for a visit first.

I only take a stay once we've met in person. It's the best way to make sure your dog will be happy here.

Text me your dates
Tell me about your dog and when you'll be away. I'll let you know if I have room.
Come over and meet us
A 20–30 minute visit to see the house and yard, and to meet me and my cat, Baxter. This step is required, and it's free.
Book the stay
If it's a good fit for everyone, I’ll put your dates on the calendar. No deposit needed.

Cat sitting

Cats stay home. I come to them.

Cats are happiest in their own space, so I visit them there. Every visit covers food, fresh water, a clean litter box, any medicine, and some playtime or lap time, and you get a photo update after each one.

Baxter, a tabby cat, fast asleep on a black leather ottoman — Baxter, showing how it's done

30-minute visitFeeding, water, litter, play, and a photo update$35 per visit

Twice-a-day visitsMorning and evening$65 per day

Additional catSame household+$5 per visit

MedicinePills, liquids, and drops, logged every timeFree always

In-home visits only, in the Inner and Outer Richmond, Inner and Outer Sunset, and nearby. Cats don't board at my house; Baxter is the only cat here, and he likes it that way.

Contact

Going away? Let's check my calendar.

Call or text(978) 675-1484

LocationInner Richmond, San Francisco, CA 94118Exact address shared after booking.

RepliesUsually the same day. Texting is quickest.

When you reach out, tell me:

Your dates, drop-off and pick-up times
Your dog's name, breed, age, and weight
How they do with other dogs and with cats
Any medicine or special diet
A few times you could come over to meet us