"I have used Ry the Pet Guy for several years and could not recommend anyone more highly. Having a very busy travel schedule and two dogs to care for I have found their services to be invaluable. My dogs are absolute family members so trusting someone to care for them in my absence is hugely important to me.
Ry and his group came to my home, picked up my dogs, exercised and cared for them just as I would. They also boarded the dogs overnight perfectly in many instances. I found his service to be reliable and he is completely trustworthy.
I would also receive photos and videos of my dogs and they had such a good time that they recognized Ry’s van coming up the driveway and were excited every day. I could not have had my dogs in better hands."
Bob Fitzgerald
Golden State Warriors TV Broadcaster
Host, Fitz and Brooks, KNBR Radio
Your Pet's Home Away From Home
Calm, connection, and peace of mind for pets and pet parents in Silicon Valley.
Dog Daycare, Boarding,
Behavior Lessons, & Pack Walks
Rated 4.9 by Pet Parents
Your Pet's Home Away From Home
Calm, connection, and peace of mind for pets and pet parents in Silicon Valley.
Dog Daycare, Boarding,
Behavior Lessons, & Pack Walks
Welcome to the world of Ry the Pet Guy, where we believe that dogs have much to teach us. In fact, we think dogs are spiritual masters walking the road to unconditional love. And we are prepared to meet them with premium levels of care, because your pets deserve every bit of compassion, trust, and patience we humans have to offer.
We know your dog isn’t just a pet. They’re family.
And their well-being is not negotiable.
We take care to the next level with calm environments, clear communication, and care that’s deeply personal.
Are you heading out of town?
We offer soul-soothing and home-style boarding so you can travel knowing your dog is safe, cared for, and fulfilled.
Do you need some breathing room in your workday?
Let us handle pick-up and drop-off, playtime, and peace of mind while you focus on what you need to do.
Not a Kennel. Not a Franchise.
A Sanctuary Built on Trust.
Secure Home Sanctuary
Your dog stays in a calm, home-based setting.
Not a Kennel. Not a Franchise.
A Sanctuary Built on Trust.
Secure Home Sanctuary
Your dog stays in a calm, home-based setting.
Fully Insured & Professionally Trained
Fully Insured & Professionally Trained
We Come to You. You handle everything else. Let us handle this.
Our Door-to-Door service takes one more thing off your plate, while giving your dog a stress-free ride to their second home.
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Our trained team will both pick up and drop off your dog safely.
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Every ride is calm, secure, and handled by someone who already knows your dog’s needs.
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Our trained team will both pick up and drop off your dog safely.
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Every ride is calm, secure, and handled by someone who already knows your dog’s needs.
We Run on Structure.
So You Don’t Have to Worry.
From pickup details to feeding routines, we use structured systems to prevent surprises.
If it matters to you, it matters to us. You trust us with your dog. We treat that like the sacred responsibility it is.
How We Keep You In The Loop & On The Same Page
Always in touch.
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For daycare, we text you our estimated arrival.
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For boarding, you'll receive a detailed check-in message via Time To Pet 2–3 days in advance to confirm everything; no guessing or last-minute surprises.
You see what we see.
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We share updates, photos, and occasional videos through the Time To Pet app, so you can follow your dog’s day in real time.
Rain or shine, but always safe.
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We operate in most weather conditions unless it becomes unsafe for your dog. And if anything unexpected happens, our trained team has reliable backup systems in place.
What Pet Parents Say About Our
‘Magic Touch’
From “Beast to Buddha” to “a Country Club for Dogs,” hear how other pet parents found peace, trust, and transformation with us.
G Remy
South Bay Peninsula
"As someone who had never left my dog alone, I was understandably nervous about leaving him in the care of strangers. But from the moment I dropped off my pup, Indy, I knew he was in good hands. The team at RTPG are true dog whisperers, and had Indy comfortable and happy from day one."
Matthew Jordan
South Bay Peninsula
“This place is amazing! Always punctual and they go the extra mile. Our dog needed help integrating with the pack and they really took the time to get things right and as a result our dog's behavior has improved and he couldn’t be happier. Marco and Sal are rock stars.”
Sara K.
South Bay Peninsula
“Sadie comes home better behaved, not just tired. Ry’s team keeps up her training, gives her space to roam, and keeps us updated every step of the way.”
Ann B.
Palo Alto
"I am a helicopter dog mom who is very fussy about dog care. Having tried local daycare only to have brought fleas home, I was lucky to learn of a "home" and garden in Los Altos run by a fellow named Ry.
Ry came to visit my home to meet my beasts and was with a gentle demeanor and intelligent manner, I felt comfortable sending my wild child, Lizzie, to try out daycare.
Ry's associates do a home pick-up and delivery at end of the day. They text and send photos during the day to keep in touch. Lizzie runs around with her new boy and girlfriends and comes home tired and happy.
I even boarded her for 10 days while on a trip away. I'm thrilled with Ry and all of his staff. They love dogs and it shows."
Why We Keep Things Calm, And Why That’s a Good Thing
Dogs are spiritual teachers walking on the path of unconditional love.
We walk beside them with compassion, patience, and deep respect for what they need.
"We are all walking each other home."
Ram Dass
Let’s Get To Know Each Other
We’d love to meet you and your dog. Whether it's daycare, behavior support, or long-term trust, we’re here.
When you submit information through this form, we may collect: Contact details (name, email, phone number, address), Pet details (name, breed, age, special needs). We use this information to: provide and manage pet care services, communicate with you about your booking, & improve our services. We do not sell personal information. To learn more, please see our full Privacy Policy.
