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Johnny
Boutique staycations crafted in Irvine
Hi! I’m Johnny, and I offer boutique-style staycations where your pup gets to enjoy luxury, calm, and personalized care in a home that feels like their own little retreat.
I’m all about creating a calm, structured environment where dogs actually feel safe and can relax from the moment they walk in. My home is set up with their comfort in mind—peaceful spaces to chill, cozy spots for naps, a fully fenced patio for outdoor time, and I keep everything clean and tidy throughout their stay.
I’ve been working with dogs for over 15 years, including time as a vet assistant, so I’m comfortable with medication, special needs, and senior pups. I recently left my corporate job to do this full time, which means your dog gets my full attention all day long.
Whether your pup is shy, super energetic, or somewhere in between, I meet them where they are. I build my day around what your dog needs—not the other way around. That means gentle introductions, consistent routines, calm group play, and lots of love and fun activities.
Inside Johnny's Retreat
Calm & Clean Environment
Clean, safe, peaceful spaces where dogs feel grounded and secure
Structured Care
Consistent routines, smooth transitions, and low-stress introductions that help dogs settle comfortably
Personalized Care
Tailored care for each dog’s temperament and comfort needs, with optional vacation-style activities
Transparency
Consistent communication that keeps you informed with meaningful updates
Client Loyalty
Strong record of repeat bookings reflecting trust, satisfaction, and long-term relationships
5-Star Consistency
Consistently receives 5-star reviews and maintains exceptional service
Gold Elite
The highest honor, earned automatically by sitters who consistently excel across all four core pillars—Calm & Clean Environment, Structured Care, Transparency, and Personalized Experience—plus Client Loyalty and Five-Star Consistency. Gold Elite reflects a strong, ongoing pattern of excellence based on a sitter's most recent client reviews.
Pricing & Discounts
Services
- Dog Boarding$50/night
- Doggy Daycare$50/day
Discounts
Length of Stay
- 7+ nights8% off
- 14+ nights10% off
- 30+ nights15% off
Referral
- Referral Discount10% off
Additional Dog
- Additional Dog$45/night per extra dog
Extended Care / Late Pickup
- Up to 2 hours lateNo charge
- 2+ to 6 hours late50% of base rate
- More than 6 hours late100% of base rate
Cancellation Policy
- 7+ days beforeFree cancellation
- 3-6 days before50% fee
- 0-2 days before100% fee
Vacation-Style Add-ons
- Sniffari Walkstructured scent, exploration walk$15
- PAW-casso Paintingdog-safe art$20
- Bubble Play Sessiondog-safe bubbles — super easy & fun$10
- Extended Walk20 min longer neighborhood walk$15
- Jogging Sessionlight jog for active dogs$15
Verified Reviews
Becky Chen
Jan 11, 2026
Johnny is absolutely amazing. He watched my dog, Button, who has severe separation anxiety, and was incredibly patient and understanding the entire time. He took Button out to play fetch, made sure he got plenty of exercise, and even trimmed his nails, which look great. Johnny truly went above and beyond. Button has struggled with sitters in the past, but he genuinely loved Johnny. When I picked him up, Button was happy and relaxed, which is extremely rare for him. It was clear how attentive and caring Johnny was, and that made all the difference. I would highly recommend Johnny to anyone looking for a trustworthy, kind, and thoughtful pet sitter.
Michelle Dorst
Jan 08, 2026
Jonathan took amazing care of my two dogs! He made sure to provide them with a safe and peaceful environment which allowed them to adjust easily. I loved getting photo and video updates of him playing with them and them having a great time. From my first contact with Jonathan, I was impressed with his thorough and quick communication. I appreciate the loving care he provided to keep them happy while I was away!
Carolina Bareiro
Jan 08, 2026
Johnny was an amazing sitter for our dog! He sent daily pictures, videos, and updates, and it was clear she was well cared for and happy the whole time. He was also super flexible with pickup and drop-off, which made everything so easy. We feel very lucky to have found him and will absolutely book with him again!
Yuliya Mykhaylovska
Dec 30, 2025
This was our 2nd booking with Johnny and we had a great experience again. He communicates well and prioritizes the safety of all the dogs he is watching (which are the two most important things). We definitely found our go-to sitter!
Zoe Burgess
Dec 21, 2025
Johnny is an amazing dog sitter. He is extremely calm and knowledgeable about all types of dogs. I have always been nervous to bring my Golden Retriever Korra to a dog sitter since she can be reactive, but Johnny wasn’t concerned at all and he took the best care of her and my other dog Grace for a long weekend. He is very quick to reply and is proactive with communication. He also sends daily photo/video updates which are very lovely to receive when you are away on vacation. I highly highly recommend Johnny to anyone in Orange County looking for a dog sitter!