Surf Dog Bob
Dog care with salt in it. Walks, waves & fifty years of good dogs — Parkside · Sunset, San Francisco.
TODAY’S CONDITIONS
- 5.0★ on Rover — every single review
- 50 years of dog experience
- 100% response rate · usually minutes
- Enhanced background check
The guy in the lineup
with all the dogs.
Bob — Robert W. — is a surfer with fifty years of dogs behind him: tiny toy breeds, giant breeds, rocket-fuel puppies, gentle seniors, reactive dogs who need someone calm. He gives oral meds and injections without drama, does baths and light grooming, and sends photo updates from the beach so you can see the run instead of wondering about it.
Home full time. Background-checked. Answers in minutes.
THE BOARD
Rates, chalked up.
Prices for one dog. Details confirmed at the meet & greet.
- Dog Walking$43per walk
neighborhood, park, or a proper beach run
- Doggy Day Care$70per day
a full day with Bob and the lineup
- Drop-In Visits$35per visit
potty break, feeding, meds, real attention
- House Sitting$56per night
your place, your dog’s routine, unmoved
- Boarding$84per night
limited spots · meet & greet first · 1 client at a time
Not sure what your dog needs? Just ask — 100% response rate, usually within minutes.
POSTCARDS FROM THE PACK
Every review. Five stars.
Verbatim, from Rover — their humans typed them up.
★★★★★
“My dog absolutely adores him and gets so excited for their walks. He’s reliable, caring, and always goes above and beyond. I feel lucky to have found someone I can fully trust with my pup!”
— Rachael S.
★★★★★
“My dog took to Bob immediately. Bob is calm and kind and knows exactly how to make animals feel comfortable with him immediately.”
— Chellie D.
★★★★★
“He was so patient and understanding with our crazy energetic GSP who went bonkers on him the first time he came alone but now loves and respects him. Robert is respectful and responsive. Highly recommend!”
— Andrew B.
★★★★★
“Bob takes great care of our two energetic and strong labs. They are a lot to handle in public and need lots of exercise. We are very comfortable when they are under Bob’s care because of the frequent updates and picture of beach playtime.”
— Justin M.
THE LINEUP
Bob’s own crew.
The reason it’s never just a walk. Your pup can join them, or get one-on-one time.
Chewbacca
American Akita · 110 lbs
The big quiet one. Walks like he owns the block (he kind of does).
Darla Bella
St. Bernard · 110 lbs
A gentle mountain. Professional leaner, amateur drooler.
Mr Magoo
Smooth Fox Terrier · 15 lbs · 16 years old
The elder statesman. Sixteen years of opinions, all of them correct.
How it goes
- 1
Paddle out
Send Bob a note right here. He answers fast — 100% response rate, usually within minutes.
- 2
Meet & greet
Every dog starts here — your pup interviews Bob, not the other way around.
- 3
Catch the wave
Walks, beach runs, photo updates while you’re away — and a tired, happy dog when you’re back.
Good questions
What kinds of dogs does Bob take?+
All sizes — tiny toy breeds to giant breeds (his own two are 110 pounds each). Puppies, seniors, reactive dogs, special-needs dogs. Boarding is limited to well-behaved, spayed/neutered pups after a meet-and-greet.
Can Bob handle medication?+
Yes — oral meds and injections, with plenty of practice making it low-stress. Senior dogs and special-needs dogs are a specialty.
Where do the walks happen?+
Your neighborhood, nearby parks, or a proper run at the beach. Dog park visits too, if you and your pup are comfortable with that.
Will I get updates?+
Yes — Bob sends photo updates from walks and stays, so you can see the beach playtime instead of imagining it.
Drop in.
Tell Bob about your dog — he usually replies within minutes, and every dog starts with a meet & greet.