As an over protective dog mama, I was so nervous about leaving Reggie with anyone. Julie and Colin put me at ease, they truly love what they do and that shines through. It’s the small details of Pup updates while on vacation.
When your pup knows where he is while driving up the road and gets so excited he doesn’t even say bye, you know it’s an awesome place!
The attention to details for each stay makes planning so easy. Thank you to both of you!

​C. Gower - Chemainus

Simply the best!
My dog, Charley, has been a Camp Yellow Dog camper since 2021, attending both the day camp and the sleep away camp. He is always excited to go to camp and always returns home happy, content and tired.
​Julie and Colin provide an absolutely superb service.

K. Ruggieri - Duncan

"Our Beckett arrived in our home as a puppy just before the Covid lockdown and so all puppy socializations and first obedience classes were cancelled.  Consequently he bonded with humans, but was very nervous around other dogs.  As soon as we could, we enrolled him at Camp Yellow Dog so that he would get used to other dogs and get used to being away from us for a while.  His confidence has grown and he has an all round wonderful time with Julie and Colin and the other campers.  Julie and Colin give extra special care to each dog's needs. We trust them completely and Beckett has been with them ever since.  They really run a superb business and work really hard to cater to the animals and their family's individual needs.  Beckett always gets home exhausted and happy which is wonderful!!"

B & K Lishman - Cobble Hill

You can just tell when you meet Julie and Colin that they treat the Dogs as if they were their own children and really spoil them with daily walks and activities.
Julie and Colin constantly update you while you’re away telling you about their progress and activities of the day. I think Julie actually baths them prior to pick up as they were sparkling clean.
A camera keeping a close eye on the sleeping quarters is a nice touch and 5 star accommodations.
The dogs were absolutely exhausted and were sad to leave which is always a good sign they had a great time.
Thanks again for the wonderful care of our pups.

​Gary Boyce - Chemainus

Dog heaven!
Julie and Colin are wonderful people who've created something special here.
Our pup Molly loved her home away from home, which meant we could travel without worrying at all.
​She was treated just like a member of their family, it was awesome.

Louise Raffa - North Vancouver

I hesitate to write a recommendation about Julie and Colin’s Camp Yellow Dog because the more people who realize what a perfect haven this is for their four legged family members, the busier they will become!
Ebony (aged 9) and Harvey (aged 5) came under Julie’s wings in 2014. I couldn't have found a “Doggy Walker” or “Sitter” better than Julie.
You always wonder if your pet will be taken care of as well as YOU do when you put their health and safety in the hands of someone else. HAVE NO FEAR ! Julie and Colin treat every pet individually with their needs, quirks, age related difficulties and even when they are rebounding from recent surgery!
Ebony and Harvey and many of Julie’s dogs from North Vancouver became her family. She embraces the joys of accomplishment, the love of life with them, and when they pass on, she grieves and embraces their life.
I have visited Camp Yellow Dog personally. It’s wonderful. Two acres of fenced grass, a little pond with ducks, and the outbuilding is huge and when finished will be well outfitted to Julie’s high standards. Walks are close by and vary in difficulty depending on each dog’s abilities.
​Harvey and Ebony LOVE Julie and Colin, and their 4 four legged friends. Who would think dogs and cats all sleep happily together and even cuddle!
Transportation to Vancouver Island has not presented any problems either.
Are there 6 stars to hand out or only 5? 

Linda Dunlop - North Vancouver

​Julie and Colin are wonderful and made me feel very comfortable leaving my dog Tucker with them.
I received emails and postcards from Tucker during the time that I was away.
​He had such a wonderful time at Camp Yellow Dog...I am not sure that he wanted to come home!!

​Leah O'Neill - West Vancouver

Julie and Colin have been part of the Boyd Family since 2015. 
Chloe and Henry absolutely adore their furry family. Julie owned A Walk in the Park Pet Care and that is where I met her and Colin. Their new adventure at Camp Yellow Dog is a fabulous, safe and fun destination for our two dogs. Julie and Colin are both professional while being very warm and welcoming. They run their business and personal life with the utmost integrity, honesty and a true love for animals. Julie and Colin are extremely organized and can care for any pet in any circumstance. They were able to help me with both Chloe and Henry post-surgery and were wonderful with the attention to detail and medications necessary for a healthy recovery. Camp Yellow Dog is the only place my dogs will go to stay. We live on the North Shore and it has been easy to make arrangements for Chloe and Henry to get to and from Camp.  
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​Cynthia Boyd - West Vancouver

It was so heart warming to see our Zoey trot happily after Colin when we dropped her off. She seemed so relaxed and happy. Julie and Colin, you have no idea how very grateful we are to be able to drop her off knowing without a doubt that she will be not only well cared for but given so much more!!! She always comes back to us happy and content.
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Michele Kennedy - Duncan

I have recently signed my dog Cooper up to be a proud member of the camp crew at Yellow Dog. He has gone to both day camp and also boarded overnight.    He absolutely loves it, coming home exhausted at the end of his day or stay, whichever one I have utilized at the time, given my schedule.   The location is absolutely beautiful and I know he has an amazing time.   I also know he is in good hands with Julie and Colin.  They both have calm, warm energy.  You know they truly love the dogs and spend ample time with them.  They are so professional and engaged with our four legged family members that are in their care.  I cannot say enough about how stress free this is for me - knowing he is in good hands and excited to be with them.

​Cheryl Gourley - Ladysmith

Our 5 month old high energy hunting dog puppy, Jaeger, stayed at Camp Yellow Dog for a week in January 2019 and was not only well cared for but he had a great time. We were concerned about leaving him when we went away as he was so young and we didn’t want him to develop any separation anxiety issues. Our concerns were alleviated the first time Jaeger visited Camp. We will absolutely have him stay at Camp Yellow Dog again and wholeheartedly recommend them for anyone looking for someone to care for their pet.

​Debbie Arkwright - Ladysmith