A true doxie person
30+ years with the breed, and I grew up with them. I know how a dachshund thinks, sulks, burrows under the blanket, and negotiates for the couch.
Yes, I can handle that
Got a dog with special needs? You’re in exactly the right place.
Seniors, medication schedules, anxious pups, sensitive tummies. These aren’t exceptions here; they’re who I do best with. See how I care for them →
Est. Canton, Georgia
A quiet home for small & medium dogs
30+ years with the breed
Why The Long Dog Co.
A home that genuinely gets dachshunds.
Small & medium only
Doxies are my specialty, but every calm, well behaved small or medium dog is welcome here. No big or rowdy dogs, so your pup actually unwinds instead of bracing for chaos.
A real home & a big yard
I work from home with a large fenced back yard and a doggy door to the deck. Your dog gets the run of a real house, not a crate, with daily photo and video updates if you’d like them.
Special care, handled gently
The dogs who need a little extra are my favorites.
Seniors, anxious pups, dogs on a medication schedule. These are exactly the dogs I’m built for. I’ve raised my own dachshunds from puppies into their silvery years, said goodbye to beloved elders, and I currently care for a 16-year-old regular named Elvis. Old, shy, or particular is never a problem here. It’s usually the whole point.
No surcharge for meds or senior care
Vet-aware, with an emergency plan for every stay
Senior & elderly dogs
Gray muzzles get the softest spots in the house. Extra potty trips, padded ramps instead of jumps, warm bedding, slower walks, and patience for stiff mornings, fading eyes and ears, and the odd accident. No judgment, ever.
Medication & medical routines
Pills, drops, insulin, joint supplements, or a strict feeding-and-meds schedule. I set alarms and follow your instructions to the minute. Comfortable hiding meds in food, and happy to text you a photo each time a dose is given.
Shy & skittish dogs
Nervous, slow-to-warm, or a little anxious? A calm house with only a few dogs is the whole advantage. We go at your dog’s pace, with no forced introductions, quiet retreat spots, and small wins until they decide the couch is theirs.
Special diets & sensitive tummies
Prescription food, raw, home-cooked, allergies, or a touchy stomach. I feed exactly what you send, on your schedule, kept separate from the other dogs so there’s no swapping bowls or sneaky snacking.
Bonded pairs & siblings
Dogs who can’t bear to be apart stay together here: same bed, same routine, same room. A whole little family from one household is welcome, up to four, with a capped nightly rate so the crew travels together.
First-time boarders
Never left your dog before? We start with a free meet & greet so everyone’s comfortable, then I send daily photos and videos so you can actually relax while you’re away. No crates, no crowd, just a calm house and a familiar face.
Have a dog with needs not listed here? Tell me about them in your inquiry. Most of the time it’s no trouble at all, and I’ll always be honest if it isn’t the right fit.
Rates
Honest rates. No surprises.
Boarding · first dog
$60 / night
Second dog
+$25 / night
Pack of 3 or 4 · same family See pack rate
Bring the whole crew. Once a single household reaches three or more dogs, the nightly total is simply capped, so a full pack never runs away from you.
Same-family nightly cap$110 / night
Max dogs per family4 dogs
Pairs with weekly & monthly rates for longer stays.
Puppy surcharge · under 6 months
+$15 / night
Weekly stay · 7+ nights
$55 / night
Monthly stay · 28+ nights
$48 / night
Holiday surcharge
+$15 / night
Pickup or drop off
$25 / each way
No deposit, pay after the stay · 2 night holiday minimum.
Always included
In every stay
- Daily photos & video, the real stuff, mid-zoomie and mid-nap
- Ramps to every couch and bed, zero risky jumps, ever
- A pile of burrow blankets for the world's best diggers
- Meds given to the minute, with alarms set so you don't have to worry
- Only a few dogs at a time, never a crowded kennel
- A free meet & greet first, so no strangers on day one
How it works
From hello to home, in four steps.
01
Say hello
Send a note with your dog’s name, breed, and the dates you need.
02
Free meet & greet
You, me, and the dog meet so everyone’s comfortable. No pressure, no obligation.
03
Book the stay
Confirm your dates and send current vaccine records. No deposit, you pay after the stay.
04
Relax
Drop off and get daily photos and videos while you’re away.
A look inside
Where your dog actually hangs out.
Not a kennel, not a crate. A calm, lived-in home with comfy spots, a doggy door to the deck, and room to just be a dog.
See daily photos on Instagram
The Dachshund Guy
Three decades of long dogs.
My first dachshund came home in the early ’90s and stayed for seventeen years. Doxies have been my family’s dog ever since, and I’ve raised my own from wriggling puppies into their silvery senior years.
I know their stubborn streak, their love of a warm blanket, and yes, their backs. Trouble can happen to any dachshund, so every dog here gets gentle, careful handling, with no leaping off the high furniture on my watch. Nothing to fear. Just someone who pays attention.
He sent a photo every single day, and our Frankie came home calmer than when he left. The only person we trust with him.
FAQ
Good questions, straight answers.
Which dogs do you take?
Dachshunds and doxie mixes are my specialty, but other calm, well behaved small and medium dogs (roughly 40 lbs and under) are absolutely welcome, up to four from one family. What I can’t take are large or rowdy dogs, or dogs that aren’t house trained or tend to be reactive, so the home stays calm for everyone.
How well do you actually know the breed?
Over thirty years, several of my own, from puppyhood through their senior years. I know the burrowing, the stubbornness, the food opinions, and the body language that tells me a dog is happy or needs a quiet minute.
Are vaccinations required?
Yes. Current rabies, distemper (DHPP), and bordetella. Just send records before the stay; it protects every dog in the house, yours included.
Will you take seniors, or dogs on medication?
Gladly. They’re some of my favorite guests. I give meds on schedule down to the minute, handle insulin, drops, and supplements, and I’m gentle and patient with elderly dogs who need extra potty breaks, ramps, and a little grace on stiff mornings. I care for a 16-year-old regular myself, so senior life is familiar territory. Just walk me through your dog’s routine and I’ll follow it exactly.
My dog is shy or anxious, is that okay?
More than okay. A quiet home with only a few dogs is exactly where nervous pups do best. I never force introductions; we go at your dog’s pace, with calm retreat spots and small wins until they settle in. The free meet & greet helps us see how your dog feels before anything’s booked.
What about dachshund backs?
It’s the question every doxie owner asks. IVDD can affect any dachshund, so I keep things gentle on their backs: no leaping off tall furniture, supported lifting, ramps where they help, and calm play. No scare tactics, just sensible, attentive care.
Is someone usually home?
Yes. I work from home, so the dogs have company through the day. If I head out for errands or dinner now and then, it’s never for long, and your dog stays comfortable in the house with the run of their favorite spots, never shut in a crate.
Do the dogs get yard time?
Plenty. A doggy door opens from the house to the back deck and the fenced back yard, so dogs can potty, sunbathe on the deck, and explore at their own pace. To be clear, they’re never outside unsupervised, doggy door or not.
Can you do long stays for travelers?
Absolutely. Weekly and monthly rates make extended trips easy, and your dog settles into a real routine. Ask me about snowbird and relocation stays.
Do you offer pickup & drop off?
Yes. $25 each way within the Canton area, handy when your schedule’s tight before a trip.
Do you take a deposit? What if I need to cancel?
No deposit, and you only pay after the stay. Life happens, so cancellations are free with 48 hours’ notice (7 days for holidays and peak weeks). Inside that window, a late-cancellation fee of one night’s rate applies (two nights’ for holidays), since I keep my numbers small and a late cancel usually means I’ve turned another family away. It’s all spelled out plainly in the boarding agreement you sign when we start.
Before you book
No surprises before drop-off.
Here’s exactly how it works and what I’ll need, so you can plan ahead with zero guesswork. The full details live in a short boarding agreement you complete online before the first stay.
Simple, no-deposit payment
Pay after the stay, never a deposit up front. Once your dog heads home you’ll get a simple invoice, payable by Venmo, Cash App, Apple Pay, or credit/debit card (handled securely through Stripe). Whatever’s easiest for you.
Pack light
Bring your dog’s own food, pre-portioned if you can, plus any medications. Then add just one comfort item: a favorite toy, blanket, or bed really helps an anxious dog settle in. No need to pack the whole toy box; I’ve got beds, bowls, ramps, and burrow blankets here.
A few details about your dog
Before the first stay I’ll gather your dog’s feeding routine (food, amount, and how often), medication instructions, vaccination records, your vet, and an emergency contact in case I can’t reach you. Nothing left to chance.
Request a stay
Tell me about your long dog.
Dachshunds are my specialty, but well behaved small and medium dogs are always welcome. Send a few details and I’ll get back to you, usually the same day. Prefer to talk it through first?
Book a free meet & greet →Or email hello@thelongdogco.com
Serving Canton, GA & nearby.
Serving Canton, GA & nearby.
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