Hoi!

We are Nick and Lili. We speak Dutch, English, French, Spanish and Portuguese in both human and dog language ;)

We live on a peaceful island on the border of Zaandam, in a special place close to the Zaanse Schans and the Natural Reserve Area of Kalverpolder, near Amsterdam.

Although we don’t have our own dogs, we love animals, and are lucky to have a fun "fauna" here already: from a turtle that visits from time to time to all kinds of waterfowl.

Our 'dogiculum': Nick was brought up in France and Spain, raised with a lot of Irish Setters. Lili, growing up in Brazil made her very familiar with all types of street and rescue dogs.

After more than 3 years as dog sitters, we have the experience of over 100 happy clients. It has been an educational journey for us learning about dogs, their various quirks and and getting to know so many different dogs and becoming a part of their lives.

We now believe dogs have a unique experience here, as they can exist in near total freedom, in a pack, playing, foraging, chilling or even sleeping together, and with our near constant near-presence. That's how we reached progressively this “spa-like” bubble environment, where dogs can socialize and/or relax at their will. If we have only one guest, they stay with us in the main house of course.


Some extra info:

. Our island has 3 main buildings, one of them is the guesthouse transformed into a doggyhouse. It’s surrounded by a big 'foresty garden’ and the super clean air. They have a fenced and safe area at their disposition for playing and lounging outside.

. As we both work from home, we have lots of time and love for our guests, and so they are usually supervised 24/7.

. Walks are included as they have access to the garden whenever we go walking throughout the island's interwoven paths.

. We do not take dogs that are either too anxious, protective or aggressive (ie. German Shepherds, Stafforshire-types, Pitbulls, etc).


Hope to see you soon at our Pet-Island :)

Nick & Lili.