
Where your dog is guided with intention—not just watched.
Providing a balanced environment with play, clear direction, rest, and real-world exposure—so your dog comes home more settled, more responsive, and easier to live with.
Spots are limited to maintain a consistent, low-stress environment.
This isn’t a high-volume facility or a free-for-all environment.
It’s a home—where dogs are guided, not just managed.

Because your dog deserves more than just a place to stay.
They deserve care from someone who understands:
Every dog that stays here is given:
A little structure goes a long way—even during a simple stay.

When it’s appropriate for your dog, I introduce them to real-life environments— so your dog doesn’t just stay here—they leave better prepared for real life with you.
This may include:
But this isn’t about “adventures” for the sake of activity.
It’s about helping your dog learn how to:
Because a well-behaved dog at home is great—
but a dog who can handle real life with you is even better.

You don’t need a perfect dog—just one who is capable of learning and willing to be guided.

Not the right fit right now? That's okay.
Your dog will learn how to:
The goal isn’t just to get them through a stay—
it’s to set them up to do well anywhere.
See exactly how dogs are cared for in my home—and why they come back different.
Stacey Baker


So you can step away—without second guessing a single thing.
Spots are intentionally limited to maintain a calm, personalized environment.

And when appropriate, those behaviors are practiced in real-world environments—so they actually hold up.
So your dog doesn’t just get cared for—they improve.
The heart behind For the Love of Dog—and the one personally caring for your dog.
I believe every dog deserves clear leadership, calm guidance, and a place where they can feel safe and understood.
What started as a passion for helping dogs thrive has grown into something deeply personal—a home-based experience where dogs are truly cared for—not just watched.
With a background in dog training, I bring knowledge, structure, boundaries, and calm leadership into every stay—so your dog doesn’t just get through it… they benefit from it.
So you can feel confident knowing your dog is in the right hands—and actually relax while you’re away.



If you're looking for in-home dog boarding in St. Augustine that provides structure, calm, and intentional care—with real-life results—this may be exactly what your dog needs.