It Started With Yoshi: Why We’re Building a Community Dog Care App

Stayadoodle did not begin as a business idea.

It began with a dog.

Yoshi is a Goldendoodle who loves people and loves other dogs even more. From the time he was a puppy, connection shaped him. Daily walks through familiar streets. The rhythm of the neighbourhood. The dog park where he met friends, old and new.

As he grew up, one thing became clear. Yoshi is happiest when he feels part of something shared.

He thrives on familiarity. On routine. On being included.

But daily life does not always allow for that.

There are errands. Short trips. Winter days when the park is quiet, and dogs are fewer. Yoshi stays home. He is safe. He is cared for. But sometimes, he waits.

Not because he needs supervision.

Because he misses companionship.

And that feeling is not unique to him.

The Quiet Gap in Modern Dog Care

Many dogs are social. Many people love dogs deeply. Yet modern dog care often turns connection into a transaction.

Professional dog sitters provide valuable services. Booking platforms make care efficient. But many dog parents are looking for something different. They want community. They want familiarity. They want trusted relationships with other local dog parents.

At the dog park and in our neighbourhood, we noticed something simple. The dog parent community already existed. Conversations were happening. Dogs already knew each other. People were open to helping, but there was no simple way to stay connected.

The community was there. It just was not structured.

That realization led to a simple question.

What if local dog parents could connect more easily.

What if dog care could feel shared instead of transactional.

What Is Stayadoodle

Stayadoodle is a membership-based dog care app designed to connect dog parents locally.

We are not a pet sitting service.

We are not a dog boarding platform.

We do not replace professional sitters.

Stayadoodle is a community dog care network.

Members join to connect with other dog parents in their neighbourhood. They build trust first. When they help care for another member’s dog, they earn credits. When they need support, they use credits in return.

There are no pay-per-booking transactions between members. Care is always arranged directly between people who know and trust each other.

This creates a more natural alternative to traditional dog sitting for families who value community first.

Why We Chose a Membership Model

Community does not grow through one-time transactions. It grows through consistency.

That is why Stayadoodle is built as a membership dog care app.

Membership gives dog parents access to:

• A local dog parent community

• A structured credit system

• A neighbourhood-based support network

This model encourages shared dog care rather than per-visit payments. It keeps relationships balanced over time while preserving flexibility.

We are building slowly, one neighbourhood at a time, across Canada.

Dogs Are Happier When They Belong

Social dogs thrive when they are around familiar faces and other dogs. Dog companionship reduces stress and supports emotional well-being.

Yoshi reminds us of this every day.

Dogs like him do not just need supervision. They need a connection.

Community-based dog care gives social dogs more opportunities to interact naturally within their neighbourhood. It helps dog lovers build real relationships instead of relying solely on services.

Dogs are happier when they belong.

A Different Way to Connect Dog Parents

Stayadoodle exists to help dog parents connect locally so communities can care for dogs naturally.

It is an alternative to dog sitting for families who want something more relationship-based. It is a dog parent community designed around trust, balance, and belonging.

If you are looking for community dog care near you, we invite you to join the waitlist and help us build something more human.

Because the future of dog care might not be bigger platforms.

It might simply be neighbours helping neighbours.

And it all began with Yoshi.

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