Dog Boarding near Gig Harbor, WA
There are 24+ dog families near Gig Harbor, WA looking to exchange dog boarding favors
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Loving families available for dog sitting
Na
Gig Harbor, WABreed: Nonee
Weight: 50 lbs
Age: Puppy (less than 1 year old)
Gender: Male
Hi I am Gael, I love dogs. I sadly lost my dog to a very bad infection a couple months ago. But i still wouldnt mind watching someones dog. I love dogs again so at some point will find another one to love. But still might be available here
Cobi
Gig Harbor, WABreed: Toy Poodle
Weight: 5 lbs
Age: 2 years old
Gender: Male
Cobi is always ready for fun and play. He also loves to cuddle on a lap. He is energetic but a sweetheart!
Comet & Denise
Gig Harbor, WABreed: Golden Retriever
Weight: 95 lbs
Age: 8 years old
Gender: Male
Breed: Labrador Retriever
Weight: 70 lbs
Age: 2 years old
Gender: Female
Hi! We’re in beautiful Gig Harbor, WA and have two sweet pups (Comet and Denise) and a super chill cat named Greg. Denise was supposed to be “Dennis” until we found out she was a girl lol.
Copper
Gig Harbor, WABreed: Labrador Retriever
Weight: 50 lbs
Age: 4 years old
Gender: Male
We are an animal loving family who would love to find neighbors with the same needs as ours. We just lost our older lab and Copper has been so sad. We aren't ready for another dog full time, but we would love extra dog company once in a while.
Luna
Gig Harbor, WABreed: Huskydoodle
Weight: 40 lbs
Age: 3 years old
Gender: Female
Hi I’m McKenzie my dog is Luna. She is very playful, friendly dog, who does well with dogs of a similar size. She can play all day, but she is an only dog so we’d love the chance to make some dog friends. We have a large grassy fenced yard, where she loves to play fetch. I have a child who is allergic so we can only host non shedding dogs.
Porter
Gig Harbor, WABreed: Labrador Retriever
Weight: 95 lbs
Age: 3 years old
Gender: Male
Looking for someone caring who is used to reactive dogs.
Tiki
Gig Harbor, WABreed: Maltipoo
Weight: 15 lbs
Age: 14 years old
Gender: Female
Tiki is officially retired. She’s a senior citizen enjoying pampered napping. But she still loves short walks and chasing the occasional squirrel. Tiki is a people person and loves nothing more than hanging out with her people. At her advanced age she takes a few pill form medications on a daily basis. She is great with cats, and larger dogs and will eventually warm up to dogs her own size.
Enzo
Gig Harbor, WABreed: Bernedoodle
Weight: 80 lbs
Age: 3 years old
Gender: Male
We are Jon and Martee, empty nesters with a fun and goofy Bernedoodle, Enzo. We all enjoy walks in the neighborhood, playing ball in the backyard, and frequent visits to the dog park. Enzo LOVES playing with other dogs who like to chase and tussle.
Nessie
Gig Harbor, WABreed: German Shepherd
Weight: 50 lbs
Age: 4 years old
Gender: Female
Nessie is a sweetheart German shepherd mutt. She’s German shepherd, golden retriever, standard poodle, and a bit of soft coated wheaten terrier. She’s goofy. She’s gentle & gets along with every dog she meets. She’s a good girl.
Olie & Bella
Gig Harbor, WABreed: Golden Retriever
Weight: 85 lbs
Age: 3 years old
Gender: Male
Breed: Newfoundland
Weight: 110 lbs
Age: 3 years old
Gender: Female
Magoo
Gig Harbor, WABreed: Sheepadoodle
Weight: 95 lbs
Age: 2 years old
Gender: Male
New to area and he needs friends! Lost my poodle, his mom, recently. He sweet and gets along with everyone!
Dug
Gig Harbor, WABreed: Golden Retriever
Weight: 105 lbs
Age: 5 years old
Gender: Male
We have 3 Goldens. They are 6, 8, and 10. They are whistle trained for treats. Dug is the youngest. Kelsey is 8 and Maxwell is 10. They love to go on walks but Dug pulls a lot. They are typical Goldens and love to play and eat.
Samson
Gig Harbor, WABreed: Alaskan Malamute
Weight: 130 lbs
Age: 8 years old
Gender: Male
Hello, I am the owner of three Northern breed dogs- each a mix of husky/shepherd/malamute. I basically have an XL, M and S sized pack! All of my dogs are well socialized and trained. They love people and I spend a lot of time with them. Each is a rescue with an incredible back story of resilience. Our dogs inform our lifestyle, as we are dedicated to their health, safety; and happiness! We love them like children and are dog fanatics, I would say!
Zoey
Gig Harbor, WABreed: Beaglier
Weight: 20 lbs
Age: 3 years old
Gender: Female
Hi I’m Kristin, I have a sweet 3.5 beagle + king Charles Cavalier (Beaglier) . Zoey is very sweet, rarely barks (rare for a beagle) and LOVES people. She is timid at first, but gentle, curious and easy to be around. The smells of nature are her favorite right after her stuffed toy monkey, Henry. I call Henry her boyfriend because she is always happier when he is around.
Maize
Gig Harbor, WABreed: Husky/Lab mix
Weight: 65 lbs
Age: 6 years old
Gender: Female
Nelly
Gig Harbor, WABreed: Mixed Breed
Weight: 45 lbs
Age: 10 years old
Gender: Female
I’m an elementary school teacher. My husband works in healthcare. Nelly is the only dog in the house, so would like to make friends.
Boomer & Mignon
Gig Harbor, WABreed: Labrador Retriever
Weight: 70 lbs
Age: 9 years old
Gender: Male
Breed: Chihuahua and shih tsu
Weight: 20 lbs
Age: 6 years old
Gender: Female
Boomer is an eight year old rescue lab. We’ve had him a year. He’s perfect - friendly, well-trained, and healthy. We hit the jackpot with this guy.
Macaroni & Ducky
Gig Harbor, WABreed: Saint Bernard
Weight: 95 lbs
Age: 3 years old
Gender: Male
Breed: Bernese Mountain Dog
Weight: 70 lbs
Age: 1 year old
Gender: Female
Baxter
Gig Harbor, WABreed: Shih Tzu
Weight: 10 lbs
Age: 4 years old
Gender: Male
We live in Harbor Hill and Gig Harbor, and we love our pup! We have two grown children who have moved out and a 12-year-old son who is here part time. Baxter fills the void when we don’t have our kids. Dad is a police officer in Gig Harbor and Mom works full-time in Seattle. Baxter is home alone a lot, and would love to have friends to play with. 
Diesel
Gig Harbor, WABreed: Labradoodle
Weight: 40 lbs
Age: 4 years old
Gender: Male
Brody
Gig Harbor, WABreed: Golden Retriever
Weight: 105 lbs
Age: 4 years old
Gender: Male
Brody is a goofy & lazy golden retriever. He goes to work with us-he’s the official greeter. He loves doggy day care. He’s a wonderful dog!
Teddy
Gig Harbor, WABreed: Maltese
Weight: 15 lbs
Age: 2 years old
Gender: Male
I am very high energy, sweet and loving. I might bark at other dogs, but it’s because I’m excited
Dolly & Willie Nelson
Gig Harbor, WABreed: Goldendoodle
Weight: 10 lbs
Age: 1 year old
Gender: Female
Breed: Mutt
Weight: 20 lbs
Age: 12 years old
Gender: Male
Dolly Parton is super sweet with a lot of energy. She is great around kids and other dogs. Shes not been around cats, but isn’t afraid of much! She plays hard and sleeps hard too!
Maci
Gig Harbor, WABreed: Mixed Breed
Weight: 50 lbs
Age: 9 years old
Gender: Female
We are a laid back, quiet couple. Maci is pretty much our child. While she is quite the Diva, she also loves time in the backyard patrolling, lounging on her ‘queen size Tempur-Pedic ‘dog bed’, and riding in the car. My wife and I both currently work from home which leads to morning walks, and more time outside.
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