Stay at the Villa
From $110 a night
- Overnight boarding in our home in Orange
- Fenced turf yard, splash ledge, supervised swims
- Archer, our Vizsla, as a built-in playmate
- Best for social, active dogs who love company
Poolside stays · Care at your home
Dog boarding and pet sitting in Orange & Villa Park
Your dog can vacation at our place, with a fenced yard, a shallow splash ledge in the pool and a person with them day and night. Or we come to you, so they never leave home. Either way, it's one family at a time and photo updates every day.
One family at a timeSteps from Eisenhower ParkDaily photos and video
Supervised swimsOnly with your OK
Two ways to book
Come stay with us, or we come to you
Care at your home
Drop-ins from $35 · Overnights from $140
- Drop-in visits to feed, potty, play and give meds
- Overnight house sitting: evenings, overnight and mornings
- Mail, lights and plants handled so your home looks lived-in
- Best for seniors, anxious dogs and multi-pet homes
The villa stay
In-home dog boarding that feels like a vacation
A home, not a kennel
Your dog sleeps indoors, lounges on real furniture and keeps a normal routine. Crates only if that's what they're used to.
Pool and lawn time
A fully fenced yard with turf for zoomies, shady trees for naps and a shallow ledge for dogs who'd rather wade than swim.
You'll see the whole trip
Photos and short videos every day, so you can actually relax on your vacation instead of wondering.
One family at a time
Your dog never shares the house with strangers' dogs. Just Archer, and real attention instead of a shift schedule.
Safety first
Vaccines checked, a meet-and-greet before every first stay, a written emergency plan, and guests are never in the yard without one of us.
Walks at Eisenhower Park
We're just around the corner from Eisenhower Park, with shady paths around the lake and new smells on every loop.
The splash ledge
Built for dogs who love water, and dogs who aren't so sure
Our pool has a wide, shallow ledge where dogs can stand, wade and cool off without ever having to swim. Confident swimmers get the deep end, with a life vest and a person right there.
- No pool time at all unless you say yes when you book
- Every swim is supervised, start to finish
- Dog life vests in every size
- Fresh-water rinse and towel dry after every swim
- Guest dogs are only in the backyard with a person, never alone
Care at your home
Why some dogs are happiest staying put
Veterinarians often point out that pets cared for in their own home deal with less separation stress, and fewer of the stress tummy troubles that can follow a kennel stay. For the right dog, home care is the kindest option.
Familiar everything
Their bed, their smells, their windows to bark at. No new place to get used to, so they settle faster and eat normally.
Easier on seniors
Older dogs, dogs on meds and dogs recovering from surgery skip the car rides and stay on their exact routine.
No other dogs
Great for dogs who are nervous or reactive around other dogs, with no exposure to germs passed between boarded dogs.
The whole crew stays together
Cats, birds and fish get looked after too, and multi-dog homes don't need to split up.
Your home looks lived-in
We bring in the mail and packages, rotate lights and water plants, so the house never looks empty.
Someone notices early
A daily set of eyes means a limp, a skipped meal or an upset stomach gets caught and handled fast.
| If your dog... | We'd suggest |
|---|---|
| Loves people, other dogs and water | A villa stay. Pool time, Archer and park walks make it a real vacation. |
| Is a senior or takes daily meds | Overnight house sitting, or a villa stay if they're mellow and mobile. |
| Gets anxious in new places | Overnight house sitting, so nothing changes but who's there. |
| Is reactive with other dogs | Care at home, so they won't have to share space with Archer. |
| Lives with cats or other pets | Care at home, so everyone stays together. |
| Just needs a midday break | Drop-in visits on the days you need them. |
About me
Not a kennel. Not a franchise. Just a guy who loves dogs.
Hi, I'm Brandon. Villa Bark isn't my job, and honestly it isn't really a business. By day I run a company right here in Orange. This is the thing I do because I love it.
Animals have always been the best part of my home. Archer follows me everywhere, and I'm even building a reef tank that's slowly taking over a room. I know how hard it is to leave a pet behind, and how much it matters to trust whoever's looking after them.
So I set up Villa Bark the way I'd want it if I were the one heading out of town. One family at a time. Someone actually home. Real photos and updates instead of a quick "all good" text. A yard and a pool your dog won't want to leave.
I keep it small on purpose. I'd rather take amazing care of a few dogs than okay care of a lot of them. While your dog is with us, they're part of the family.
Meet your host pup
Say hi to Archer
Archer is our Vizsla, and he takes his job as official greeter very seriously. He's gentle, social and happiest with a buddy to splash around with. Every villa guest meets Archer at the meet-and-greet, so we know the two of them get along before your stay.
- Breed
- Vizsla
- Specialty
- Splash ledge lounging
- Favorite walk
- Eisenhower Park lake loop
- Need a break from him?
- We keep dogs apart any time you ask
Extras
Little upgrades that make it special
Add any of these when you book. Each one is marked with the services it works with.
How it works
Four easy steps
Request your dates
Pick a service, dates and extras below. You'll see your price right away.
Meet and greet
A free 20-minute visit for first-timers, at our place or yours, plus a short guest packet with vet and emergency info.
Hand off
Drop off with us, or show us around your home and hand over a key.
Enjoy your trip
Daily photos and videos, then a happy, relaxed pup when you're back.
Rates
Simple, upfront pricing
Daily photo and video updates are included with every service.
Villa stay
$110 / night
- Each additional dog from your home $55
- Up to 2 guest dogs
- Holiday nights +$60 per dog
Drop-in visit at your home
$35 / 30 min
- 60-minute visit $55
- Each additional pet +$10 per visit
- Holiday visits +$15
Overnight house sitting
$140 / night
- Evenings, overnight and mornings
- Each additional pet $25 a night
- Holiday nights +$60
Holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas through New Year's, Memorial Day and July 4th weekends. Overnights over Thanksgiving and the winter holidays have a 3-night minimum.
Need us fast? Same-day help is often possible. Bookings starting within 24 hours add $25, and within 6 hours add $50.
Easy payment: Venmo or cash. A 50% deposit by Venmo holds your dates, and the rest is due at the end.
Where we are
Dog boarding and pet sitting near you
We're in the city of Orange, a short walk from Eisenhower Park and right off the 55 freeway, next door to Villa Park. Villa stays welcome dogs from all over Orange County, and home visits cover homes within about 10 miles, including Orange, Villa Park, Tustin, North Tustin, Anaheim Hills and Santa Ana.
- Orange
- Villa Park
- Old Towne Orange
- Tustin
- North Tustin
- Anaheim Hills
- Santa Ana
- Garden Grove
Questions
Good to know
Should I choose a villa stay or care at home?
Social, active dogs usually love a villa stay with the pool and Archer. Seniors, anxious dogs, dogs who don't love other dogs and homes with several pets usually do best at home. Not sure? We'll help you decide at the meet-and-greet.
What dogs are a good fit for a villa stay?
Friendly, calm-to-moderate energy dogs of any size who are house trained and comfortable around new people and other dogs. We meet every new dog first to make sure the villa is a good match.
Will my dog meet your dog?
For villa stays, yes. Archer is friendly and easygoing, and joins every meet-and-greet so we can make sure the two get along. If your dog prefers alone time, we keep them separated whenever you'd like. Home care is a great option for dogs who'd rather not share.
What happens during a drop-in visit?
We feed, refresh water, take them out for a potty break and a short walk or play session, give any meds, tidy up accidents and send you a photo update. 60-minute visits include a longer walk.
What does overnight house sitting include?
We arrive in the evening, stay overnight and are there for breakfast and the morning walk. We bring in mail and packages, water plants and keep the house looking lived-in. For long workdays, add a midday visit.
How do you handle my keys and home?
We do a walkthrough at the meet-and-greet, note alarm codes and house rules in your guest packet, and keep keys labeled with a code, never your address. Lockboxes and smart locks work great too.
Is the pool safe?
Pool time is opt-in. Swims are always supervised with a life vest available, dogs can stand comfortably on the shallow ledge, and guest dogs are only in the backyard when one of us is out there with them. Owners who choose swims sign a short waiver.
What if there's an emergency?
Your guest packet includes your vet, emergency contact and how much care you authorize if we can't reach you. In an emergency we head straight to the nearest 24-hour animal hospital and call you on the way.
Can you help on short notice?
Often, yes. Text us first to check availability, then book online. Requests starting within 24 hours add a $25 short-notice fee, and within 6 hours a $50 rush fee. First-time clients still need a quick meet-and-greet before the first visit.
What vaccines are required?
Rabies, DHPP and bordetella, current and on file before the first villa stay. We also ask that dogs are on flea and tick prevention.
How do I pay?
Venmo or cash. After we confirm, a 50% deposit by Venmo holds your dates. The balance is due at the end, by Venmo or cash.
What's your cancellation policy?
Full refund of your deposit up to 7 days before the start date (30 days for holiday bookings). Inside that window, the deposit can move to a future booking.