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I returned home to a very tidy house and two happy cats so a big thank you to Claire and Mike for holding the fort. I left in very mild winter weather but the temperature plummeted while I was away so I did feel for Claire and Mike as the house is really not at its mot welcoming in sub-zero temperatures. But they were very uncomplaining and seem to have coped. I would recommend Claire and Mike for their businesslike and efficient approach to housesitting and would trust them with my home and furry friends again
Maria and Lou are lovely people. They came the night before I left so I could get them acquainted with the house and with Belle and we had a very nice dinner and chat. They drove me to the airport the next day and I left with every confidence that things would be fine. I was right. Maria kept me updated from time to time (which is all I needed) and kept telling me how much they loved the house and the dog. When I got home the house was spotless and Belle was happy to see me but not manic about this. This is absolute proof that she was a happy dog while I was away. On those unfortunate occasions when her dog sit hasn't been great she goes bonkers when I get home. No such thing happened this time. I cannot recommend Marie and Lou enough. They are truly wonderful. 5 stars, 2 thumbs up, and 10 out of 10 would recommend them.
Is it better to board cats or leave at home?
Veterinarians advising to leave cats at home with a pet sitter who will stay overnight in your home, boarding is not recommended for cats as they are stressed in a new environment, you can find a sitter who will care for your cats and home overnight at Sittsy.
How much should you pay someone to watch your cat?
At least 29.99 per visit, $10/week per overnight watching in your home, otherwise you can find a free sitter at Sittsy.
What do people do with their cats when they go on vacation?
Inviting a cat sitter to your home, boarding the cat with a local business, asking a friend, family or neighbour to feed and check the well-being. The most efficient way to leave your cat during your vacation is with Sittsy cat sitters overnight, in this way, you will save cat sitting costs and make vacation not only for you but also for your cat sitter!
So so glad D Pet is back! They are amazing consistently and treat moxie so well! They send pictures when she is boarding which is always fun to get updates when we are away. We have been fans for years and are so happy to give them our business. They have awesome pricing now too! Also they give incredible baths! Our dog always looks and smells amazing after!
Our dog had recent major surgery requiring the wearing of the cone for weeks. We thought she would be healed up in time for our Thanksgiving week travels but that did not work our so we had to hurry and find a boarding solution that could deal with her and her ongoing medication schedules. D Pet Hotels came through when we needed them most and did such a great job of taking care of our dog we weren't sure the dog would want to come back home with us. Highly recommend this company and their services.
Things have really improved under new management! The team is very helpful, communicative and kind. They adjusted pricing down to be more equal in the market and the grooming services are better than you normally see at a kennel - highly recommended
They always do a great job with our hard to deal with dog. We have an Australian Shepard with separate anxiety. We travel from north Austin because of the excellent service. We have been going here for 5 years and have never been let down.
Ben is such a blessing. Very warm and welcoming. Very helpful. Answered all my questions. Showed me the facility. It was nice and clean. He went over board to help me board our lab and make me and our dog feel comfortable. Our lab loves to move around different places during the night to sleep. He is also used to running and playing ball twice a day so boarding him is not my greatest desire. They sent us pictures. Reassured me that the staff would take him out two times during the night to go to the restroom and walk around. Had the staff feed our dog tuna with his food to get him to eat. My dog seemed very comfortable there. Thank you Ben!
Ben talked to my husband with details of filling out pet information onto the D Pets Hotel website and to schedule a meet and greet. If our pet passes, he/she could be boarded for an overnight stay. Ben was courteous, friendly, caring, and professional with us. He did the meet and greet, gave us a tour of your boarding rooms, and asked if we needed additional services before pick up. I was pleased with getting a text with a picture of my 14 1/2 yr old dog each day, and at pickup, we were given a report of her stay. Thank you so much for having such loving and caring staff! We will be returning!
Tinkerbell has been to The Pet Hotel three times now. I have been thoroughly pleased and I take her back without hesitation. The staff greet her immediately. They remember her name quicker than mine. She’s antisocial but the staff loves on her and that’s important to me. When I was out of town, they sent me pictures of her which meant the world to me. I know she’s well cared for. Thanks LJ and Ben. Thanks to all that love on my loved one.
9 years ago, my husband and I adopted a young male chihuahua who absolutely stole our hearts from the onset. We are empty nesters and so to say that our pup, Romeo is like a 5th child (we have 4 adults children) is an understatement. About 2 years after adopting Romeo, we learned that he has heart failure which totally devastated us. With that in mind, we are so very committed to giving this dog the best life possible, that includes making sure he has the best environment possible when we cannot be home with him. In the beginning after bringing him into our lives, we rarely traveled and the one time we did decide to take a trip out of town, we boarded him at a place we thought was wonderful (from past experience with a previous pup). We were horrified to see him when we returned. Romeo had literally lost 1/3 of his body weight after 12 days of boarding. For a dog who normally weighs 8 pounds, a 2+ pound weight loss is significant. That experience caused us to not travel without him in tow for many years. Air travel was dangerous with his heart condition and long car trips we hard on us all. We found ourselves back to square one. We needed to do something because we needed to have down time and yet we needed to be assured Romeo had the best care while we were away. In home pet sitters didn’t work and most other kennels where too sterile and loud. Romeo sleeps on a pillow between our two heads at night so how was he going to survive in a noisy, cold, concrete cage? We lucked out and found D Pet Hotel which has turned out to be the most perfect solution for Romeo. He has his own little room, with a little bed and a TV monitor. A perfect hotel set up for pups! He is able to socialize and play safely with other dogs in a room that is only for smaller dogs. (The larger dogs have their own room). They also send us daily photos and reports on his progress and condition. They love on him so much while he’s there that when we drop him off, he never appears or seems stressed. If he doesn’t eat, they hand feed him and they patiently and diligently make sure his heart medication is administered. One time when picking him up when returning home from a trip, we found him in a Baby Bjorn carrier being carried around by one of the sweet staff. When that staff member learned we were his “parents” there to pick him up, she shed a few silent tears as she pulled him out of the carrier. It doesn’t get any better than that. We are very grateful to have found D Pet Hotel at the Y in Oak Hill (Austin). THey're the best!
D Pet Hotel is always a great day care or boarding facility for your pets! Such great service and friendly staff. Our go to place for our family dog!
I’ve taken my girl here for grooming 1.5 years and can’t say enough good things. Kelsey is a phenomenal groomer, listens to your needs and always delivers. I have people asking me for weeks where I get my goldendoodle groomed! DPet never disappoints. I love that the dogs get to play before or after they get groomed; they just have a great system in place. I’m so sad to be moving and wish I could take Kelsey with me! Thanks for everything over the past 1.5 years DPet, my next groomer has big shoes to fill!
Unacceptable and Unfounded Accusations Against My Dog I am extremely disappointed with Dogtopia after my recent experience. My dog, a Weimaraner who has been evaluated TWICE by this kennel and has boarded dozens of times elsewhere without any issues, was unfairly accused of bad behavior. Weimaraners are notoriously gentle, and my dog has never had any problems with other dogs, whether at boarding facilities or dog parks. Adding insult to injury, I was required to pay for a day of daycare/evaluation before my dog could even be accepted for boarding. Despite this, they later claimed that my dog was involved in three separate incidents (with just one other dog) in just one day—which is highly unlikely and completely out of character for him. To make matters worse, I was out of town, and they kept my dog in complete isolation until I could arrange for someone to transfer him to another business. Thankfully, once he was transferred, he stayed at the new facility for two weeks without a single issue (South Lamar Taurus). This only confirms that the problems at Dogtopia were due to their inadequate supervision, poor care, or unsuitable environment for the dogs. I suspect this one other dog ruined it for me, which unfortunate as Dogtopia appeared to be a better facility. At least in terms of size and staff. Apparently not. They may have great reviews, but I feel like you roll the dice with Dogtopia. In terms of "if it will work out". Their live cameras is part of why I wanted to switch from Taurus, but they seldom worked. This kennel has lost my trust entirely, and I will never be returning. If you're looking for a boarding facility that treats both you and your dog with respect and fairness, I strongly advise you to look elsewhere. Attached is a photo of him getting along just fine at another kennel.
I've brought my pup to dogtopia a handful of times now and have had a good experience overall! Staff is always friendly and hustles. I tend to need last-minute boarding and they are always quick to respond and accommodate where they can. They also give a cute print-out photo after the first day of daycare which is adorable. No complaints here!
Thank goodness for South Austin Dogtopia. They truly saved me after I had booked with another facility that I was terrified of when I went to drop off my Teacup Yorkie. I called South Austin Dogtopia and they worked with me so my puppy would have a safe, happy place to stay for 5 days while I went to a conference in Austin. The staff are incredible and I was able to watch my puppy on camera having a terrific time playing with the other dogs. Thank you so much for your help and taking great care of my baby girl! The next time I am traveling to Austin, I will absolutely call them and highly recommend them to everyone!
The staff at Dogtopia south Austin is very friendly and you can tell they love animals! The celebrations at DSA our so much fun and the pictures they take are priceless! Our animals come home tired from their interaction at Dogtopia because they keep them moving and engaged!
We’ve been going to Dogtopia of South Austin for 3 years - our pup loves it! She gets so excited when we pull into the parking lot, and always comes home exhausted. The staff is so friendly and loves every dog too!
We are huge fans of Dogtopia and this location is fantastic!! The staff is great (two gentlemen unfortunately I didn’t get their names) and at the time I took my dog, (TMI lol) she had been experiencing stress and hadn’t gone to the bathroom in a couple of days. They were so kind and happily agreed to monitor her behavior then reported back to me which I’m very thankful for. You can tell they truly care about the dogs so I always feel safe leaving my baby at Dogtopia. Wouldn’t ever consider a different daycare or boarding service! Thanks so much to the team!
There's a reason why there are so many positive reviews... I have a 6 month old border collie puppy who is literally afraid of everything. Dogtopia visits have given him the confidence to be a well-rounded gentleman. The first visit I was really apprehensive because I just love my puppy so much and want the best for him; but the staff there made me (and my puppy) feel at ease. The first time I got on the cameras, I will admit that I was concerned because I saw him in a kennel and that's exactly why I didn't pick any of the other "top-rated" daycare facilities in Austin. However, after checking again- I saw my puppy romping around and having an amazing time haha The only negative thing I have to say is not about the employees or my experience but from a client-facing operation; they really need to hire another person for morning drop offs. One person cannot take back 6 dogs in 10 minutes. The current employee does it with grace but she shouldn't have to. Management- please do something about this. Other than that- love love love it here and will be a faithful client.
Our little girl loves coming here for daycare! I love the different events daily. We were impressed on how thorough the interview process is for your dog to be accepted and we also enjoy peaking in on her during the day with their webcams. We're been here a little over a month and will continue to go back! We've been to other day cares but this one takes the cake for sure.
Dogtopia South Austin is outstanding! This review is going to be a long one, so sorry in advance to readers, but these guys deserve it :) My dog Roman joined the South Austin Dogtopia family March of 2022. During the time, I was looking at several daycares in the south Austin area for Roman as I was about to begin transitioning back into my army career after being home for a year recovering from a broken back I sustained during a military parachuting training exercise in 2021. Roman was only 10 weeks old when I got injured and with me having such high physical limitations, Roman had to grow up a little bit differently. But he adapted and matured into a very caring loving dog. I could not have asked for a better dog to have by my side during my recovery process. So when it was time to return to duty, I was determined to find a daycare that would be able to provide me some peace of mind by knowing that Roman would be with the right people and get the proper care and attention he deserved. I found Dogtopia online their website provided great information and details about the services they provided. I was extremely in awe when I learned about the Dogtopia foundation and that they fund programs focused around a cause that is very close in my heart, which is service dogs for veterans. From that moment, I was committed lol. I scheduled a meet and greet and met the team within the same week. The team were lovely and made us feel extremely welcomed. I enrolled Roman into one of their wellness plans and he attended twice a week for a period of time. After every visit, he came home super happy and rightfully exhausted lol. Currently, due to how sporadic the military life can be at times, we are not home enough for Roman to attend as much as we did in the beginning. But when last minute plans happen and I need care for Roman, Dogtopia South Austin is reliable and always there for us. When we do get to be home, I make it a priority to schedule Roman a day of play at Dogtopia. The staff always welcome us back with open arms and express how much they are happy to see him. Hearing that from the Dogtopia staff, reminds me that Roman is loved and cared for in the same way he is at home. Dogtopia South Austin is more than just a daycare to us, they have become a family to us. I trust the staff with my fur baby and I enjoy receiving report cards/photos about his day. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Dogtopia to all of my fellow active veterans with dogs as well as to ALL dog parents who love seeing their pup happy! Thank you Dogtopia for everything you guys do!
Editing my review because dogtopia went above and beyond. They informed me the dog food I gave them while I was boarding him had tiny alive worms/bugs (never noticed it). I was a thousand miles away and couldn't do anything - Dani (the manager I believe) offered to run to Petco and buy him his food and just charge my account for the food. His stomach is EXTREMELY sensitive, so any food that's not his usual diet of food will mess up his stomach (and other things...) Very badly. I LOVE this dogtopia. ----- Original review: I'm not convinced the negative reviews are of people who have actually come here. Every daycare has it's share of 'bad days' or sickness at times, but dogtopia has gone above and beyond for my little dude. He's on a first name basis and they know exactly how to get him the perfect amount of playtime but not pushing himself too much. He's picky with dogs, and can be reactive, but every single person there is sympathetic and understands how to deal with him. My dog got kicked out of a previous daycare, which I'm not convinced they weren't mistreating him (he used to love going to daycare but when they "kicked him out" he never wanted to step foot in there again). Dogtopia let's me peek in to see if he's farting around, and hes making besties and living his best life. They have very cute photo days, and it's very obvious every single person at dogtopia genuinely cares about every single dog. They are all alphas, and need to be to keep order in the room, but my dog comes home and sleeps for 24 hours straight before probably going back to daycare to run around again. Dogtopia of south Austin is the only place I felt genuinely compelled to actually write a review for. And I can't give 6/5 stars, so I'll have to settle for 5/5.
We are so lucky to have found Pups & Pals just recently! I wish we found them sooner!! The entire staff is incredible. You can just tell that they love each and every dog so much! Our pup, Ravioli has been going 2x a week sometimes 3x and he has so much fun with all his buddies! Once we get home he is POOPED and it’s so nice to know he got plenty of exercise and enrichment while we’re at work. We can’t recommend them enough!
Awesome staff! Easy to book, easy to add services, easy to pay. Staff is also very accommodating if there are circumstances outside your control. I drive 45 minutes one way so that Lela can stay here when I travel. Highly recommended!
I bring my babies to Pups and Pals Oak Hill and I could not be more grateful for the staff and this place! We actually brought our first to Pups and Pals South Park when she was a baby to socialize and get to be around other dogs and they were perfect with her. We moved to Dripping, now use the Oak Hill location and are just as happy! My second I started bringing to continue to socialize and get him out of his shell and he is really starting to do so thanks to Pups and Pals. Zander, Liz and Ashley are two of the most incredible staff that P&P has. They both take incredible care of my dogs, update me on the day, make sure they are safe and comfortable throughout the day and will always give me an update, if needed! We are going to board for the first time next month and I am very confident my two will do awesome thanks to P&P Staff. Photos below (which happen every single daycare day) of how much they love it here!
The best company for puppy day care or boarding! My dog always cries when we leave because he wants to go play again! The staff are all super sweet and passionate and everyone takes safety very seriously. Your dog *must* pass an interview process to be considered and staff always notify you if they notice anything off (like a weird bump or any joint soreness). Daily pictures are posted of every dog so you can check in on your babies. Bottom line, take your dog here. I've added a photo taken by the team to show just how happy my little old guy is when he stays!
We love Pups & Pals! Buddy is always thrilled to go, has a blast, and returns home happy and content! The staff is incredibly friendly and sweet, and always provide updates on his day. We also appreciate the tons of pictures they upload every day. Highly recommended for a happy pup!
My dogs favorite place! He absolutely loves the place and it's amenities, his friends, and especially the incredible staff! When we tell him he is going to Pups And Palls he gets super excited and wriggly!! What more needs to be said about it?
I could not be happier with Pups & Pals Oak Hill. I came to find them because of their proximity to my house and hoped for a place to help run off my dog’s energy. Boy, did they deliver! Frankie could not have a better place to be while I’m at work - he is always bursting with excitement to be dropped off in the morning and spends the nights recovering from all the daytime fun! The staff has been incredibly responsive to his needs and have created a space for him to be himself! They are the best!
We take our two Labrador Retrievers here whenever we go out of town (couple nights) or on (week long) vacation and we’ve been doing so for a couple years now, so this review is not after one or two visits, this review encompasses many, many stays and many, many hundreds of dollars in boarding. This service and the folks who work there are so great and so professional. We have never once had to worry about our dogs and our dogs have never not been well taken care of. They’ve never come home sick or injured or showing any signs of distress. The staff take pictures of the dogs and post on Facebook so you can see what a good experience your dogs are having. I cannot recommend Pups and Pals highly enough, just wonderful folks who love dogs, take pride in their work and their facilities.
Our V’s, Pepper and Ginger, get such great care at Pups & Pals! If what you seek for your pooch is fun and frolic with lots of friends, and honest, tender, loving, care, Pups & Pals is for you and your dog. Simply the best!!!
I whole heartedly trust the amazing staff at P&P Oak Hill to take care of my dog, Molly. Molly, likes being at P&P doggie day care more than she likes being home! I have tried several other doggie day care places closer to where I live, and she will go the first day, but come the second day, she refuses to get out of the car, often making me late for work. Molly is very stubborn. She only allows P&P to cut her nails, I have tried, her vet has tried, with zero success. The staff at P&P are incredible! All of them! Honestly, I am not one to post reviews, but I feel compelled to share P&P with you because they are absolutely amazing! They are reliable, communicative, and mindful to the pack to make sure all dogs thrive there. They just do a great job. Plus they’re great about posting pictures of daily happenings at daycare so you can be envious of all the fun the dogs are having in the sun. We Love Pups and Pals (oak hill) and highly recommend them!
Tracy takes fantastic care of my two dogs. Whether it’s routine daycare or boarding while I travel I know my dogs are in good hands. I love when Tracy sends me pictures of all the fun they are having during long term boarding. My dogs are always happy & excited when I pull up to Tracy’s home to drop them off. Peace of mind that my dogs are happy & well looked after means the world to me. If you feel the same, then Tracy’s Break Free Unlimited is the place for you!
I adopted a dog that Tracy was fostering, sweet Birdie the tiny chihuahua. It was evident from the first phone call that I had with Tracy that she deeply cares about every dog and person she comes into contact with in a very special way. Many people love dogs and want to do right by them, but Tracy is someone that goes above and beyond. She is the perfect combination of professional expertise and down to earth human. Throughout the entire adoption process Tracy was so helpful and thoughtful, doing everything she could to ensure a smooth transition and a happy and healthy outcome for everyone involved. I’m so thankful to have met her, and would trust her with my dogs’ lives any day. ❤️🐶
Tracy was an absolute life saver - last minute boarding for my dog, Maggie, and taking absolutely wonderful care of her. Especially appreciated the dog training advice she had on the way out - lots of specific, helpful, actionable tips. Thanks!
My Golden Doodle, Bella, has been going to daycare with Tracy since she was 6 months old. She is 3 1/2 now. It's been a great experience for her. She socializes with other dogs, gets her energy out, and is secure and loved. Tracy has knowledge of pet care and health and has given me good advice many times. She's a great trainer too. We have also used her boarding services for quick weekends or week-long vacations. It's great to have peace of mind and know your dog is safe and happy.
Tracy is the absolute BEST! I love that this is a home setting where my Buddy can run, play with new friends & get all the sniffs he desires. I never worry about him when he is boarding here. And, he has been here quite a bit. Thank you Tracy for providing a wonderful safe place. Buddy loves his stays with you. See you soon!
Tracy is the best! She took our dog for 3 weeks just after we got her, and she did miracles training her. We got back almost a different dog! She’s also fabulous for boarding. Doesn’t take too many dogs and truly cares about each dog she has. She’s also great for day boarding whenever I’m out of the house for a chunk of time. I hate leaving my dog alone. I trust her with my dog implicitly, and actively recommend her to everyone we know. You can’t go wrong with her!
Random lady gave me Tracy’s contact information, took me awhile but I reached out and she was so lovely from the get. We booked an appointment to introduce her to my little Max. Max is a covid pup, we got him in Feb 2020 and the world shut down the following month. He wasn’t socialized properly, the training he received was basic. We did pack walks but that wasn’t enough. Tracy immediately saw the issue when she walked in our home. The leash was handed to her and slowly showed him who was in charge. She taught us so many things that has changed his behavior. She is gentle but tough. Max attacks my husband, Tracy said to try having the hubby feed and walk him so that Max can adore him too. She goes beyond that with tools, books, videos to continue helping you and your pup. Tracy thank you for seeing past the distance and helping this momma who adores her pup.
Tracey is amazing with our energetic Kelpie. It's evident that she genuinely cares about the animals she looks after. We go to Tracey for both boarding and daycare services. Not only do we feel at ease knowing that our dog is well taken care of, but Tracey also goes above and beyond by keeping us updated on the latest products, training tips, and videos she's watching and always communicates everything Indie has been up to for that day, which I really appreciate! One of the highlights for us is hearing the excited noises Indie makes when she realizes we're on our way to Tracey's place!
Tracy has come to let my pups out a few times when I couldn’t be there. Great with dogs and people! Would recommend her training for all.
