Durham, NC Dog Day Care Center Guide
Menu

Paws Up Pet Nanny

Updated 2026-08-20 · 2,523 reviewed · 136 listed · Scored from 28 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(28) 81 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Dog WalkerPet SitterPickup & Drop-off
Paws Up Pet Nanny
Services
Dog Walker, Pet Sitter, Pickup & Drop-off
Reviews
28

What recent reviews say

Reviewers experience consistent, attentive care with transparent daily updates. Lisa and her team treat each pet as family, handle special needs with flexibility, and keep owners calm during travel through regular photos and detailed notes.

Staff maintain high standards across a long-term client base, managing dogs and cats alike with professionalism and warmth. They handle medications, vet coordination, and home duties beyond pet care, with transparent pricing and a user-friendly app for scheduling.

Praised for
  • daily photo updates and detailed reports
  • genuine care and affection for pets
  • reliable and professional staff
  • responsive communication and easy scheduling
  • goes beyond basic service (vet visits, house care, medication management)
Watch-outs
  • pricing on the higher side of market
attentive-staffresponsive-communicationfriendly-staffdogs-happy-to-returngood-value
Best for: Pet owners traveling frequently or working long hours who want daily updates and medication management peace of mind.
Think twice if: Budget-conscious owners may find rates higher than some local alternatives.

Strengths

  • daily photo updates and detailed after-visit reports
  • staff with years of tenure and deep client relationships
  • handles special needs including medications and vet coordination
  • user-friendly app for scheduling and communication

Worth knowing

  • Lisa leads the business with staff including Gary (dog walker), Krista, and Christian
  • Staff member Gary noted as exceptionally caring about dog health
  • Multiple reviewers have used the service 7-10+ years
  • Pet CPR and First Aid certified
  • Handles mid-day walks, vacation care, medication administration, vet coordination, mail/package collection, yard cleanup, and litter box maintenance

What reviews say by service

Pet Sitter
Staff deliver cuddles, play, medications, and detailed photo reports; senior pets and special needs handled with attentiveness and compassion.
Dog Walker
Consistent mid-day walks with follow-up photos; staff known for genuine engagement and encouraging owners' trust through long-term relationships.
Pickup & Drop-off
While transportation is listed as a service, reviews do not contain specific evidence of pickup and drop-off service quality.

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.76 average across the 111 dog walker businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 35% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 92
Review volume 63
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 75
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
27
4
1
3
0
2
0
1
0

Contact

Last verified 2026-08-20

Opening hours

Monday
08:00-20:00
Tuesday
08:00-20:00
Wednesday
08:00-20:00
Thursday
08:00-20:00
Friday
08:00-20:00
Saturday
08:00-20:00
Sunday
08:00-20:00

As listed on Google.

From their website

Services listed
Pet Sitting - Dog and Cat Vacation CareMid-Day Dog WalksShy Cat VisitHome Care (NO pets)Dog WalkingPet SittingScheduled feedings and refreshing waterAdministering medications
Published prices
Pet Sitting - Dog and Cat Vacation Care
30 min - $33, 45 min - $43, 60 min - $48
Mid-Day Dog Walks
20 min - $25, 30 min - $30, 45 min - $40
Shy Cat Visit
15 min - $23
Home Care (NO pets)
15 min or less - $18

Credentials claimed:Pet CPR/First Aid certified

As published by the business on its own website; not independently verified.

Enquire about Paws Up Pet Nanny

Your enquiry goes to the Durham, NC Dog Day Care Center Guide team, who will pass it to Paws Up Pet Nanny. We only share your details with providers relevant to your request.

Common questions

Do you send updates while I'm away?
Yes. Daily photo updates and detailed after-visit summaries are sent via email and through their scheduling app.
Can you handle my pet's medication or special needs?
Yes. They administer medications, manage special diets, handle vet coordination, and perform home care (mail, garbage, yard cleanup) in addition to pet care.
What areas do you serve?
South Durham, Durham, and Chapel Hill, including area codes 27707, 27713, and 27517.

Similar dog day care centers nearby

Bull City Pet Care
83

Bull City Pet Care

4.7(76)✓ Google-verified

Staff members like Melissa, Bonnie, and Ashley reliably walk dogs and care for pets while owners travel, sending regular photo updates and notes. Reviewers consistently praise their attentiveness to nervous pets, flexibility with scheduling, and willingness to handle extra tasks like plant watering or cleanup.

Dog WalkerPet Sitter
BD
19 low data

Biscuits Dog Camp

No rating yet✓ Google-verified

Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.

Daycare & BoardingDog WalkerPet Sitter
Good Dog
59 low data

Good Dog

5.0(12)

Jeff at Good Dog earns consistent five-star praise for training dogs of all temperaments and teaching owners the skills to manage them. Reviewers report visible behavioral shifts within sessions and note his gift for explaining dog behavior in practical, actionable terms.

Training ProgramsPuppy ProgramsDog Walker

Own this business? Get featured

Own or market a business here? Ask about featured placement and advertising on this directory. Your message goes straight to the directory team.

Last updated 2026-08-20