WOOF! Dog Sitting | Noe Valley, San Francisco

Pixel enjoying the view from the porch at Joe Hayes’ Noe Valley home during a stay with WOOF! Dog Sitting & Training.

Personalized dog sitting in Noe Valley.

Your pup stays in a quiet home with an enclosed backyard, plenty of attention, and a calm environment that feels like home. Because I work from home and care for one dog at a time, your dog receives individualized care, flexible scheduling, and the kind of attention they’d get with family.

I’m 5-star rated on Rover, trained in Doggy First Aid, and fully insured through Pet Sitters Associates. My focus is simple: calm, attentive, one-on-one care in a real home environment.

Whether your dog is staying for a night, a week, or longer, they’ll enjoy:

Full run of the house, including couch and bed privileges
Neighborhood walks, sniffing, and outdoor time in Noe Valley
Safe outdoor time in my enclosed backyard
Sweet photo updates
Gentle, nurturing care for shy or sensitive dogs

I also provide the essentials: dog dishes, waste bags, toys, and a medium dog bed. You’re always welcome to bring your dog’s favorite treats, bed, or toys to help them feel even more at home.

Rates

I offer a free 30-minute meet & greet to make sure the vibe is right for you and your dog(s). Fill out the form below and I’ll follow up quickly with availability.

Overnight: $150 per 24-hour period
A cozy overnight stay in my home with walks, yard time, couch time, and plenty of attention.
Workday: $95 (8 hours or less)
A calm day of companionship, walks, yard time, and personal attention while you’re away.
Date Night: $65 (4 hours or less)
Perfect for dinners, events, appointments, or evenings out when your dog would rather have company.
Overnight at client home: $200
Care in your dog’s own home for dogs who are most comfortable in their familiar environment.
Solo Dog Walk: $75 (45 minutes)
A one-on-one walk with time for exercise, sniffing, and individual attention.

Is WOOF! a Good Fit?

WOOF! is best suited for dogs who enjoy a quieter home, personal attention, neighborhood walks, couch time, and a calm, cozy environment.

Because I care for one dog at a time, I’m especially well suited for dogs who may not thrive in large group boarding settings.

Shy, sensitive, older, or easygoing dogs
Dogs who enjoy companionship and routine
Dogs who do best with one-on-one attention
Owners who appreciate photo updates and clear communication

For everyone’s safety and comfort, I always start with a free meet & greet before confirming a new stay.

The goal is simple: your dog feels safe, settled, and loved while you’re away.

Meet Joe

I’m Joe, the person behind WOOF! Dogsitting. I’ve lived in Noe Valley for more than 20 years and created WOOF! to offer dogs the kind of care I would want for my own: calm, attentive, personal, and genuinely affectionate.

I’m self-employed and work from my Noe Valley home, which gives me the flexibility to be present with each guest throughout the day. Because I host only one dog at a time, I’m able to learn each dog’s routines, quirks, comforts, and favorite ways to spend the day. Some guests want long neighborhood walks and playtime. Others are happiest curled up beside me on the couch. I meet them where they are.

I’m fully insured, trained in Doggy First Aid, and 5-star rated on Rover. More importantly, I take the responsibility seriously. My goal is for you to travel without worrying—and for your dog to feel safe, settled, and loved while you’re away.

Expect thoughtful updates, plenty of affection, and probably more photos of your dog than you requested.

Foxy playing with her favorite toy during a stay at Joe Hayes’ Noe Valley home with WOOF! Dog Sitting & Training.

Please complete the form with a few details about your pup’s stay. I’ll review your message and get back to you within 48 hours with options for your free meet & greet.

Ready to Book?

FAQ

A dog wearing a red harness tugging on a colorful, fluffy toy held in a person's hand inside a room with a multicolored rug and wooden flooring.

Personalized daycare and overnight boarding in a quiet home with a fully enclosed backyard. Only one dog is hosted at a time for one-on-one care.
Calm and peaceful, in a separate back house with an enclosed backyard. Dogs are welcome on the couch and bed. I provide dishes, bags, toys, and a medium dog bed. Feel free to bring anything your pup loves!
A 50% deposit is required to confirm your booking, with the remaining balance due when care begins.
Cancellations made seven or more days before the start of a boarding or daycare booking receive a full refund. Cancellations made within seven days forfeit the 50% deposit. Same-day cancellations, early returns, and unused reserved days are charged at the full booked rate.
Overnight boarding is billed in 24-hour periods based on the scheduled arrival and departure times. A two-hour grace period is included after the final 24-hour period. Additional care is charged at the applicable rate:
- More than 2 hours and up to 4 hours: $65
- More than 4 hours and up to 8 hours: $95
- More than 8 hours: an additional overnight rate
Venmo, Cash App, or simply cash.
Depending on availability, your pup may stay one night, multiple nights, weeks and months.
Yes if you like! You'll get regular photo updates of your pup during their stay.
Absolutely. Multiple daily walks are included.
Yes, I have experience with dogs who need a gentler pace or extra nurturing.
I don’t have blanket breed or size restrictions. Each dog is considered individually based on temperament, care needs, and comfort in my home. Dogs must be housetrained, and a meet-and-greet is required before their first stay.
Only if the dogs are from the same household.
Food, treats, any meds, their bed or blanket (optional, couch and bed access included), and a favorite toy or two.
I work from home, so your dog will have plenty of companionship and personal attention. I may occasionally step out for the gym, errands, or an appointment, but I limit the total time a boarding dog is left alone to four hours per day. For multi-day stays, I also use a dog camera to check in while I’m away.

Happy Clients

"Joseph took excellent care of our anxious dog. I really appreciated his responsiveness and genuine care for our dog. Also appreciate his policy to only care for one dog at a time! Definitely would recommend ♥️"

— Kristina S.

"Joe watched our dog Pixel (a whippet) multiple times, including for weeks at a time. Sometimes I feel like he treats Pixel better than we do, giving him undivided attention. The biggest drawback: Pixel never wants to come home!"

— Kent W.

"Joseph watched our dog Winston and was thoughtful, patient and became one of his best friends. He bought special treats just for him! If you are looking for someone professional and trustworthy, I cannot recommend him more!"

—Norman P.

Pixel and I heading home after some park time.