Joe and the Dogs

Dogsitting and Photography

Your dogsitter and dog photographer in Zurich!

DOGSITTING
Are you looking for professional dog care in Zurich? Are you too busy for your furry friend, heavily occupied with work, or simply want to let your dog have fun in a pack with its peers? Then Joe and the Dogs is the right place for you! I offer the all-inclusive dogsitting comfort package for you and your four-legged friend, including pick-up and drop-off service in the Zurich area. You can find all details and prices here. Sounds exciting? Then contact me now to schedule a non-binding trial appointment!

Photography
Would you like professional and stylish pictures of your dog, but your phone photos leave something to be desired? The coolest photos are available at Joe and the Dogs! Of course, with a professional camera and photo editing. Check out some examples here or contact me now to schedule an appointment.

The principles of my work

Exercise

The right and adequate exercise is not only crucial for dogs' physical health but also helps with energy release and mental stimulation. Insufficient activity often leads to unwanted behaviors. During the daily pack walks, which last a minimum of three hours, dogs also develop social skills with their peers. For these reasons, exercise plays a key role in my care concept.

Discipline

Dogs need clearly communicated rules. I am the pack leader and take responsibility for the dogs. The rules I consistently enforce apply equally to all dogs. This provides the dogs with security and stability, as they can rely on me.

Affection

In addition to consistency and discipline, your four-legged friends will also receive plenty of affection and cuddles from me. This creates emotional bonds and trust. I work with passion and enjoy spending time with your pets. The dogs sense this and feel completely at ease.

Daily routine

I only offer regular dogsitting services, meaning at least once a week. This regularity provides dogs with structure in their daily lives. They can find their place within the pack and the community without having to "reclaim" it each time. This gives them calm and reduces stress. That’s why it’s a key part of the Joe and the Dogs concept.

What do my clients say?

★★★★★ 5/5
“Our Ludwig has been with Joe for three years now, and we can't imagine anyone better. Joe is absolutely reliable and has an incredibly strong bond with Ludwig. He is a confident pack leader and has often helped us out on short notice. We know that Ludwig gets plenty of exercise, important social interaction with other dogs, and is always safe and well cared for. Thank you, Joe!”
Anna and Konstantin
“Thank you, dear Joe, for taking care of our two boys, Baloo and Gibbs, and for looking after them for over 5 years! We are very grateful! They always come to you happily and return home thrilled! 🐕❤️ Thank you for your care and love for the dogs! We truly appreciate it!”
Catharina and Walter
"You can always rely on Joe. For four years, my beloved little mixed breed Rosie has been going to Joe’s daycare 2-3 times a week. Joe picks her up and drops her off absolutely reliably. He takes great care of Rosie, even when she's not feeling her best due to heat or being in season. Overnight stays are also possible, which is particularly valuable for me during business trips, for example. Sometimes Joe sends cute photos of the pack, which I really enjoy and appreciate knowing what my little one is up to without me. I’m very glad we found Joe."
Franziska
“Our Broh has been regularly spending several days a week with Joe and the pack for four years now, and I am incredibly grateful for the exceptional care! Broh looks forward to his outings with the dog pack every morning; the social interactions and adventures in nature do him a world of good, and he returns home each evening happy and relaxed. I’m also very glad that, during vacations or trips when Broh can’t come along, we can rely on Joe, knowing that Broh is in the best hands.”
Taylor and Kevin
"I highly recommend Joe and the Dogs, as I have had nothing but positive experiences with him for over 4 years! Joe provides an excellent and straightforward service. Notably, the dogs are picked up and dropped off directly at home, which greatly eases the daily routine for dog owners. The option to arrange a meeting point for the handover is also very convenient. I also appreciate that my dog, Liv, has stayed with Joe for several days during vacations and received personal and trustworthy care. Each time, Joe is joyfully greeted with barking early in the morning, and a satisfied and happy dog returns home in the late afternoon. All of this speaks to a wonderful and dog-friendly day care service!"
Livia
"What do we love about Joe? Everything! Joe has been caring for our dog, Lola since 2019. She fell in love at first sight and jumps for joy when he comes to pick her up for her days with "the Pack". We are always grateful for the professional, reliable service and Joe's smiling face and positive attitude. We trust him implicitly and have confidence that all of Joe's pack are in good hands when they are with him. Joe also takes AMAZING photos of these dogs. I could not believe my eyes when we received a Christmas photo of the pack...ALL of them looking perfect. I highly recommend Joe and the Dogs!!"
Kelley
"I am now a client with my second dog at Joe's. We are extremely satisfied with him and his way of handling dogs. Joe is flexible, empathetic, and authentic. My Jack Russell female always returns home relaxed and happy. We can only recommend him!"
Nadja
"Our Koi always happily goes to Joe and greets him with great joy. Koi enjoys spending the day with Joe and the pack. We appreciate Joe’s love and care for the dogs he looks after and are very grateful that he provides Koi with this variety. Joe is reliable, straightforward, and flexible—thank you, Joe!"
Toshiko and Karl
"Joe is a competent and trustworthy dog sitter. Our female dogs, Zaya and Lola, always look forward to being picked up from home and spending an exciting day with the pack. Due to his calm and composed nature, Joe quickly established a strong bond with our dogs. We value Joe highly and are very satisfied!"
Cris and Vero
My partner and I have busy jobs and so were looking for daycare options for our dog Milo. We are so delighted to have found Joe our dog absolutely loves his time at daycare and when he knows Joe is here to collect him he gets very excited and runs to him, he always comes home happy after a day of adventures, running around and socializing with other dogs. Joe is absolutely brilliant at what he does and has a true talent, his pick up and drop of service make life so much easier. We are very grateful to have found Joe. 🙂 Danke Joe
Sarah and Sebastian
I have been taking my dog to Joe’s for the past two years and it has been a great experience. Joe is a very nice, down to earth person, kind and caring about his dogs. His flexibility and willingness to help has made my life significantly easier. My dog loves him and enjoys Thursdays she spents with him and her friends. She is a stubborn and opinionated Malamute, but she is obedient and behaving with Joe.
Anamaria
"Franz has been going to Joe since he was 6 months old, and every week he looks forward to it. He can already recognize Joe’s car by the sound and then happily waits at the door to greet him 😊 I am very grateful to have someone whom I fully trust, knowing that Franz is always in good hands. On top of that, Joe is incredibly flexible whenever there's a change. Thank you so much 🖤"
Patrizia