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I'm delighted to have found Lisa as a sitter and hope to have her back again! She was detail oriented and clearly cared about my cats' well being. She asked good questions about the cats' routines and needs and about the house to be sure she'd meet my expectations and have a comfortable and successful sit. She communicated very well before and throughout the sit and even though I was unreachable for much of the time I was confident everyone was in good hands. Lisa left the house in immaculate condition and the cats were relaxed and happy when I got home. What a delight!
Chris was an outstanding pet sitter and I would definitely use him again! He is reliable, responsible, and thorough. I was able to FaceTime Chris prior to the sit and he spent a lot of time answering and asking questions. I felt confident after speaking with him. Throughout the weekend, Chris communicated clearly through texting. He let me know when he arrived and left which was helpful. He also sent photos and updates of both my cats. My boy cat has occasional anxiety issues which cause UTI's. Andy had a flare up while I was away and Chris was very attentive to him and let me know how he was doing. Chris did not seem to mind taking extra care of him which I very much appreciate. Chris left my house clean and even washed the sheets and towels he used before leaving!
Kathy and Ron have sat for us several times in the past and have always been excellent. They are our "go-to" pet and house sitters and we always check their availability before we post a sit. They are trustworthy, organized, communicate very well, and take great care of our cats and our house. We hope they will continue pet sitting for many years to come!
Stefany helped me out big time by stepping in when I asked. She's a local sitter and I wasnt' having any responses so I contacted her and she fit me into her schedule even during the holidays and right after another sit across the country. She took great care of my two cats and home and I very much appreciate it!
We literally cannot say enough positive things about Susan and Miranda! They are the best! From start to finish, they did an amazing job communicating with us, giving our 3 (somewhat needy) cats extremely high quality care and tons of attention, and keeping our house clean and plants watered. They took adorable pictures of the cats and sent them to us several times a day, played with them and gave them so much love and affection, and when we got home the house was even cleaner than when we left. We even asked them for some tips on how they were caring for the cats because our cats seemed happier and more relaxed than ever when we returned home to them! This was by far our best cat/house sitter experience to date. We hope Susan and Miranda are available again in the future to sit for us and would invite them back without hesitation.
Hannah and Joseph were brilliant sitters - totally reliable and trustworthy. Quick to respond to queries and their past experience with dog/ housesitting was very apparent. Our 2 dogs and 1 cat were well looked after and the house was spotless on our return. We are totally happy to recommend them.
Laura came across the country to sit for us. She arrived a day early and from the moment my pets met her our Lokie was smitten. We have one shy cat Luna and she was out and about on the first night. Laura kept us updated and shared her Adventures as well. We do live in a small hideaway of a town so seeing that she was able to enjoy herself was nice. We returned to a clean home, laundry done also, and very content pets. Lokie was sad for a few days as he missed his friend. We would recommend Laura as a sitter to anyone and would have her back again. 5 plus stars. ⭐
Paige, David, and family were WONDERFUL sitters for my crew! They were so pleasant and personable, and the pets warmed up to them very quickly. Even my rescue cat who tends to stray away from men loved David. I received regular updates and communication (before and during the sit). I truly did not have any concerns while I was away knowing that everyone had such great care and attention given to them. (I know the dogs had a good time because when I came home there was no commotion over my return.) I was away on NYE and Paige had no issues keeping an eye on one of the dogs who has anxiety surrounding loud noises. The family cleaned up after themselves and may have left the house cleaner than when I left! Truly such a great family who I would welcome back any time!
Lindsey watched our cat and dog for a long weekend when we went out of town. She was a very communicative sitter sending frequent pictures and voice notes with updates. She did a great job of following their schedules and giving them attention. The animals seemed to be happy and relaxed when we returned home and I believe Lindsey enjoyed getting to discover all of the eateries our town has to offer. A win-win for everyone!
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 20$ per visit, $15/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!
Jordan and Katherine are the BEST! I’ve boarded my dog Jake with them multiple times over the past few years, and it gives me so much ease and security that he is in good, safe, and caring hands. Board is a strange word to use because Jake feels right at home with them. Jordan and Kat send me pictures throughout his stay to help keep me in the loop with how my buddy is doing while I’m out of town, and you can tell he’s always a happy boy hanging out there making friends with the other dogs. Highly recommend, they are great at this!
I absolutely love Jordan and Kat and the way they interact with my dogs. I trust them completely and know that they will give them all the love and attention my animals need, and I have a lot of them!!! Never had an issue at all and will continue to use them As long as they are in business 🥰
Jordan and Kat have been watching our dog for the past 2 years - both weekend and week long trips. We know that she is in excellent hands and getting lots of love while we’re away. They make our dog part of their family. We feel so lucky to have found them!
Jordan and Kat have cared for our older dogs on several occasions and we are completely at ease seeing how Rosie and Sandy were loved and spoiled with attention. It was great to get photos of our dogs while we were away! Jordan and Kat are experienced, professional and most of all, loving!
We’ve used Kat and Jordan many times, both for overnights/weekends and longer term stays when we’re out of town. Can highly recommend their services and love how they treat and interact with our pups. It can be hard to find a reliable pet sitter you can trust, and so we’re so glad to have found these amazing humans to care for our dogs when we’re out of town!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Jordan and Kat watched our two weimeriners and they were amazing! Very communicative and the dogs came back very happy. We will definitely use their services again. Highly recommend.
Absolutely the greatest two people you could ask for to take care of your pups! I really believe my two pups became very attached to them. There is no other place we would ever consider taking them. Thanks Jordan & Kat!
Jordan and Kat are responsible loving caregivers of your special animal. They go above and beyond to care for both your animal and you!
Our pups loved their stay. Gave extra love to our shy beagle and and lots of play time with our super hyper pomchi. True dog lovers and treat every pup like their own. 10 out of 10 highly recommend.
I know nothing about this place but I saw the name and I’m crying. It must be wonderful.
City Bark - Littleton: Your team is absolutely amazing! I’d like to take a moment to recognize one of your groomers, Dylan. He’s a pet parent’s DREAM. Not only are both of my dogs beautifully groomed & sparkly fresh after their visits with him, but his calm, kind & professional demeanor create a comfortable environment for both owners & pets. They come home happy & ready to relax (as evidenced by picture number 2!). I will happily sing his praises any day, and he’s the reason we will keep coming back! On behalf of both Mushu & Koda, thank you Dylan and City Bark!
My little family LOVES City Bark. My husband and I boarded our puppy, Lizzie for the weekend when we went out of town. I had such a peace of mind knowing that Lizzie was being loved and taken care of in our absence. I did find myself eagerly checking my phone for updates because I loved seeing all of the pictures of my girl and hearing about her day. Once we picked her up and got home, she slept for 18 hours because she was so tired from having so much fun with her friends. So thankful to have this option to board my puppy and keep her safe.
We love this place, and so does our lab puppy, Bubbles! The employees are all so friendly and helpful, and clearly love animals. Shout out to Tally! Bubbles comes in every few weeks for daycare, and they always remember him by name! He's always safely supervised at daycare (they even give him breaks when he over-plays himself!) and we love checking in on him via the web cams. He always comes out exhausted and happy. They put him a nice mix of other dogs that match his pace, and we've never had any injuries or him catch anything (unlike other places). This is a really well run, reliable place with great people that your dog will love!
While I am a previous employee with City Bark, I have not worked there for a while as I went back to school. However I do take my dog here for boarding and grooming. I have a unique perspective of City Bark Littleton, and would not trust anybody else with my dog. There is such open communication between staff and client, and my dog is so excited from the time I tell her we are going to day care until I pick her up. Management has continued to exceed my expectations as both a dog mom and a pet professional, and I cannot thank them enough for the heart, soul, and sweat that they pour into making sure every dog is loved, cared for, and safe.
We started bringing our dachshund puppy right after he turned 4 months old. He only attends the daycare occasionally when no one can be at home caring for him. They take very good care of our puppy and all the staff there are so friendly. I just feel very good vibes whenever I bring our puppy there! It is so nice that we can monitor activities through the webcam too. We will keep using City Bark daycare and boarding.
My kiddos have been coming to City Bark Littleton for awhile now, We absolutely love the staff, the dogs, all the fun activities for the holidays and especially swim days! Staff are very kind and provide daily updates on how their day went. My kiddos are always excited and all smiles on daycare days and come home tired from all the playtime! I don’t trust just anyone with my kids but I definitely recommend them and have recommended them to several friends! Keep up the amazing work! 👍🐾
We chose to bring our pup here for socialization based on positive feedback from others. When I scheduled his meet-and-greet appointment, I was never informed that I needed to bring paperwork or proof of vaccinations. Even when I called on the day of the appointment, no one mentioned this requirement. My friend and I arrived with our pup, ready for the meet-and-greet, only to be asked for proof of vaccinations. Our pup was adopted from a farm in Montana, where he was vaccinated for Bordetella and distemper, but we don’t have access to those specific records. If we had been told in advance what was required, we would have been fully prepared. Instead, I wasted 45 minutes of my time—between driving and checking in—on a Sunday. After reading reviews about this place, I now feel it might have been a blessing in disguise. To the staff: Do better.
I love City Bark’s doggy day care service! Their hours are amazing and accommodate my schedule very well, and their employees are so friendly. I always feel like communication and convenience is a priority to them. It really puts my mind at ease to know that my puppy is in such good hands during the day!
Our pet loves attending city bark- they give us peace of mind knowing that our dog is in good hands. Our dog loves coming to play with his friend and the staff are so friendly and welcoming.
Our Golden Retriever, Abby, LOVES City Bark LTN!!! We are very pleased with how they manage, care for & love on all the dogs that descend on them daily. Abby is always eager to go & reticent to leave!!!
My girl Sienna loved it here! She didn’t seem anxious or irritable after picking her up (she has at other places). I am grateful I found this close place with awesome staff!
We love having our beast at Pawdners. He always comes home exhausted from playing with his friends and the staff are great. Can't say enough good things about this place.
I was SO happy with my dog's experience at Pawdners!! I was sent updates and pictures. I had a vacation...AND so did my sweet canine!!! Thank you Pawdners!! :)
This place is awesome! Took my dog in for an orientation and she loved it ! When I took her back home she was out like a light from all the playing and running she did. Staff is so incredibly nice and the owners has the BIGGEST HEART for animals. We talked for a while when I was there and she made me feel so comfortable leaving my dog wit her. She truly cares about these little balls of fluff and takes care of them. I haven’t been able to take my dog back yet , but this is seriously the only place I will go !!!
Pawdners got our 2 pups in for the weekend last minute and we had a great experience. Easy drop off/pickup, additional services (bath/nail trim/teeth brush), able to keep our dogs in same enclosure for the weekend so they weren't lonely. Our dogs don't go out much but they had a great time at Pawdners and I got to see them playing with other dogs when I picked them up and was encourage by how well they did. Thanks Pawdners!
I’m so thankful for Pawdners. I was searching everywhere to find a place to board Harley for Christmas and whatnot, and so many places were booked/full. But, Pawdners saved the day for us! Initially, Harley was really nervous when she went there. She’s a stray and is timid in the beginning. I was so afraid that she would feel abandoned by us. However, Katie (the owner) put me right at ease and really worked with Harley to make her feel super comfortable. When I came to pick her up today after a week and a half of boarding, Harley was in such good spirits. She was very warm towards the handler who was bringing her to me (Sorry, I never got his name) and was also happy in being reunited with me. Katie, not to mention, was accommodating in keeping in contact with me about Harley while we were away on vacation. I’m incredibly grateful. Thank you guys for taking her in with such warmness. We will definitely be back :)
I've brought my pup to doggie daycare at Pawdners a few times now. Everyone that works there is incredibly nice & truly loves dogs. There is always someone with the dogs to monitor their play & they have a video feed so you can watch your dog remotely if you want! The prices are extremely reasonable. We already feel right at home here & my dog LOVES going! Very glad I found it!
Chuy absolutely loves his daycare there. He has gone to Pawdners for 5 years now and acts like he owns it! I’d be lost if it weren’t for Pawdners. The staff is great and truly love the dogs.
I brought my puppy here as soon as I moved to Colorado and I just had to write a review because they were so awesome! They were the cheapest place I could find and you get such a good deal, because they are worth a lot more than you pay. They each truly care about every dog and you can see that the very first visit. They will love your dog the same if not more than you do! I trust them with my dog hands down and would never go anywhere else.
New management/owners and thankfully the same great service and they treat my dog like family just like the previous owners did. I never hesitate to board my dog with them knowing he'll come home exhausted but happy. Thanks for taking such good care of him!
Amy and Kara are simply the best. I’ve had the pleasure of them loving on my pups since 2019, and I couldn’t ask for more. They are incredibly kind, flexible with my work schedule, and always capture the best pictures/videos of their walks so you can know your furry kiddo is having a great outing. After I bought my house I was nervous I wouldn’t find a new dog walker I loved and could trust, but I feel like I hit the jackpot with these two. Furry Paws Care is a delight to work with, and I’m thankful to have Amy and Kara as part of my pack 🐾
Soooo glad my friend recommended Furry Paws Care to us! We have utilized them for dog walking and dog boarding. They are always on time and reliable! Our dogs absolutely love Amy, she lets us know if there is anything concerning with our pets and always provides us with an update or photos. If she walks the dogs and there’s packages on our door step, she’ll go the extra mile and bring them in for us if we aren’t there. We highly recommend this company! We’ve been happy customers of theirs for numerous months, and plan on many more!
I hired furry paws to pick up my pup during my wedding. Typically He is a crazy, a lot to handle little dude and he was handled with care, dropped off at home and fed his dinner. I didn’t worry about him one bit, he was in the well caring hands of professionals. Without a doubt will be returning for any pick up, caring, or pet walking needs. Spectacular service!
Furry Paws Care is such a wonderful service! Kara has cared for our cat several times while we've traveled and sends us pictures of him and updates which is so wonderful. We forgot to disarm our house alarm once and she sat out on the porch for a half hour in the cold and then made an extra visit that day to make sure he was fed. We felt so bad about it but she was totally cool about it and didn't act upset. I can't say enough good things about Furry Paws Care and how great they are with animals!
I used Furry Paws Care when I had to go away for my work trip and my mind was put to ease! Very communicative via the pet portal and text. Ryan was truly wonderful! He was attentive and made sure to give lots of love and play time to my 2 dogs. They truly want the best for your pets and treat them as their own. This was the first time I have ever used a company vs my family and I was not disappointed!
Furry Paws Care provides amazing care for my two dogs. It feels good to know my babies are in such good hands! Amy is extremely experienced in working with animals and she treats my dogs like her own. I am very thankful to have someone who takes such good care of them and I highly recommend using her services!
Furry paws is amazing! We were headed out of town and I have two 15 year old kitties, one needed a sub q fluids and the other needs medicine 2x a day. I was so stressed trying to find someone to take care of them. After looking at numerous sites and pricing I decided to give furry paws a shot. Amy came and met the kitties before the trip and I immediately felt at ease. Amy was so kind and understanding and I could tell she was very knowledgeable! We had a great trip and the kitties were well taken care of. I love how she post adorable pictures so you can check in on them. If you are debating using Furry Paws, don’t give it a second thought. Just give them a call, you won’t be sorry! I would highly recommend them to anyone and everyone. I am no longer stressed at the thought of leaving town just knowing I have Amy and Furry Paws I can rely on!
Furry Paws Care came regularly to my home to trim my pets nails because I was too chicken to do it. I highly recommend their services! Friendly, laid back, & they offer flexible hours.
We had furry paws come over to clip our two dogs nails because it seemed traumatizing to them when we did it ourselves, theyre both big dogs and besides sometimes being intimidating, their nails are so thick it makes it difficult to cut; Furry Paws did an excellent job handling my 100lbs dog as he wiggled around, and it was a very positive experience for everyone. Already rescheduled and looking forward to continuing to give them our business.
I've used Furry Paws for a couple years now. They were great as my dog aged and had special needs and they are wonderful with my cat. They are the most reliable pet service I have used, they communicate very well and I would highly recommend them!
Love The Bark Club. Always greeted by name by the super friendly staff. My sweet collie Tessa enjoys her visits and starts whining when we get close, eager to get in and play. Tessa comes home tired, but she loves her playtime. Reservations are easy to set up online or on the app. Convenient and affordable.
I was driving by this morning and decided to see if they could squeeze in my dog last minute for a day of play. They were able to, which was great! However, I got home and checked the cams and all the dogs just walk in circles and don't play because every time they try to run or play they get sprayed in the face with water. I suppose this is fine if you just need a place to bring your dog while you work, but for actual play/social time, it is bad. I went and got my dog after I saw the lady hold one dog by the collar and spray it repeatedly in the face with water. While it is just water, it is still negative reinforcement. My dog's face was soaked when I picked her up. Will not be going back, personally. Thankfully, they did not charge me since she was there for a short amount of time. Maybe some workers treat your dog like "family", but the one stationed in my dog's play area certainly doesn't.
My boy has been going here for over two years. This is the only daycare he likes. They have always been so kind and patient with him. I work bad hours now but I would take him here everyday if I could. He’s the most sensitive guy, and I’m so grateful for all the care they give him. I love the enrichment additions. He’s made me art and photos like the one attached. I also love the sips and tricks classes they offer. He’s learned to rollover and be better behaved in group classes. Thank you The Bark Club!
We have been Bark Club members for almost 4 years and have been so pleased with all of it. The staff is always friendly, welcoming, and great caretakers for my boys. I really like the longevity of people working there, showing a positive moral and a want to be there. They also offer so many different add-ons, which is helpful for a busy family! They have enrichment, birthday parties, grooming, and even can offer a Bordetella vaccine. I highly recommend!
Best doggy daycare! The team members at the Bark Club are incredible, when I go in with the Chili dog, not only is she excited to be there, but they are genuinely happy to see her! The best part is that I know that she is in good hands and will have a great time, thank you! Highly recommend the Bark Club!
The bark club is a special place. They care Deeply and Ben’s over backward to meet you and your pups needs!
I've been bringing my pup here for two years. He has enjoyed both daycare and the boarding experiences. As a new dog owner I was overly nervous about his safety and all aspects of trusting strangers with my pet. I quickly got over any fears I had. The staff are great at communicating any issues and have proven over and over again that they care for my critter like he's theirs. They have a variety of add-on services and treats as well. I've recommended friends to bring their pets and would highly recommend to anyone looking for a caring and competent daycare/boarding service.
Been taking our dog to Bark Club for over 3 years. I appreciate that each dog's needs and dispositions are addressed individually. Staff are all very helpful, friendly, and knowledgeable. Our dog is excited to go in each time she gets there. I have and do recommend(ed) Bark Club to family and friends.
We have been bringing our pup here for over a year and he (and we) love it!! He’s always so happy (and tired 😀) when he leaves. We have also boarded him here when we travel and have zero complaints as well. We thoroughly recommend Bark Club!! …
Originally I started my dog Jesse at daycare so he would not be alone everyday while I worked. Now that I have retired I still take him at least 2 times weekly so he can socialize and see his friends. He is so excited when I pull up. Everyone is so kind and truly love their Jobs. The Bark Club is a very special place!!
The staff is super friendly and knowledgeable! They love dogs and it shows! The interview process is great to get a new dog used to the environment and make them feel as comfortable as possible. The price for day care is reasonable in my opinion.
They take good care of my clients dog. I am a pet sitter and groomer as well. When I have dogs skating with me and can't take my client's dog she will book him here and have me come get him as soon as I have availability. It sounds like he does pretty well there but definitely prefers my home setting. They do cute activities and for very social dogs they seem great.
Lindsay and the team at CBW Bear Creek are fantastic. They have treated my dog with great care. My dog has a lot of separation anxiety, and the team has shown him the right amount of extra attention to help him settle down and be comfortable. It is my favorite doggy day care of all the locations I have been to in the Denver Metro.
I bring my dog here minimum once a week. I am very thankful for the compassionate and dog loving staff here. Ahsoka “my dog” gets really excited seeing her favorite girls when showing up for drop off. Thank you all again for your work and watching my dog when I’m at work or school!!!!
Even though there is no outdoor space for the dogs, I would recommend this Camp Bow Wow for dogs who may be happy with an indoor only experience. It is very clean and well organized. The staff is very friendly and efficient and shows a knowledge and appreciation of dogs. We were there for an interview. The process is very good at analyzing how the dogs would do in a number of different scenarios.
The staff make this place! I've been to eight Camp Bow Wow's around the U.S. and Bear Creek is the best. They remember my dog Leo, notice when he has a new collar, send me pictures on occasion and when he jumped out of the car, Lindsay went above and beyond to give him antiseptic and calm him down. I know when I leave Leo with Bear Creek, he's in great hands.
Unfortunately I won’t be back to this facility. Our almost two year old dog goes to Chatfield State Park twice a week and another doggy daycare, but I wanted to try out this facility since it is right down the street from me. Our kid is very excited around other dogs and LOVES to play (which is the point of doggy daycare). All throughout the day I was checking the cameras and I didn’t see him a lot of the day and every time I did see him he was trying to initiate play with another dog (play bowing, chasing, ect). Each time the daycare staff would stand between him and the other dog as if to ward off the playing. I’m the first to call of my dog off at Chatfield if he is being too crazy and being a vet tech I have a good handle on dog body language. And my dog did great! He always takes a second and lets the other dog breathe before starting play again. I did not pay almost $40 for my dog to sit in a kennel the majority of the day and not be able to play with other dogs. When my husband picked him up they said he was a sweet boy, but has issues with instigating play. Um… that’s what daycare is for. Everyone on staff seemed nice but I don’t think they understand good play time.
I received a warm welcome from owner, Lindsey. Phoenix and the rest of the "camp counselors" are excellent with the "campers", and keep the space clean. I feel confident leaving my dog with this team.
I really appreciated the professionalism of the employees at this camp bow wow location on Wadsworth. I was comfortable leaving my dogs here for a few days, and was happy to be able to see them on the doggy cam while I was away. The areas are kept clean, the dogs look happy, and I could tell that a lot of thought and care and love goes into taking care of my pets.
Great place. Live that I can chk on him w the cams, and that he gets plenty of exercise with similar energy and size dogs.
I have been taking my dog Zeke here for the last 2 years. He LOVES going to daycare every week and he’s always very happy when I pick him up. I have also boarded him multiple times and he has done very well each time. The staff is great and the facility always seems clean. I really like that they don’t have a mandatory nap time and that they let the dogs decide when they want to take a break. I would recommend this daycare to anyone looking for an amazing daycare.
I’ve been bringing my French here for about a month so far and have had a great experience! The staff are very friendly and I feel comfortable leaving my baby with them. He always comes home tired and happy! Love the proximity to my house and the hours for full day daycare.
Great care for boarding & daycare. Separate attended lg. & sm. dog areas w. continuous in/out access for toileting, cooling/warming & stimulating play activities + water play in summer. Separate kennels for feeding/overnight rest. Caring staff.
I recently switched to this daycare a few months ago and my dog is loving it. I appreciate when I come in they greet my pup by name and give me little updates when I am picking her up. The added bonus, she is always exhausted after a day of day care. highly recommend
This is our go to place when we have travel plans. The staff is very caring. Usually we board our two dogs but we recently lost the old guy. When we checked in this time we received the most beautiful sympathy card acknowledging our loss. We know they will take good care of Trip!
Dog House Rules was amazing with our two dogs over a couple night stay. We tried them out with the day care first then did the boarding. We are not ones to leave our dogs with just anyone. DHR staff was super friendly and very professional at drop off and pick up. They answered any questions we had, services are resonably priced. We will be using DHR for all our day care and boarding needs.
Saying our pup loves coming here is an understatement. She’s so excited as soon as we pull up and she’s completely pooped when We pick her back up. The employees are all super sweet and I feel more than comfortable leaving her there for the day. I wish I could take her to day care every day!
I feel compelled to speak up after doing a secret shopper visit at The Dog House a few months ago. I want to share my experience for the sake of your pups, hoping this facility makes some much-needed improvements. First, I’ll give credit where it’s due: The place is extremely clean and well-maintained but that might be because they hardly have any dogs so how could it get dirty! Please don’t be swayed by the low prices. Cheaper does not mean better when it comes to your dog’s care. Some people see dogs as “just dogs” but for many of us, they’re family and they deserve to be treated with that level of care. I’m honestly not sure what The Dog House is trying to be…a daycare, a training facility, or both? But they’re missing the mark. One major issue I saw is how they handle barking. I was told dogs aren’t allowed to bark at all and I saw staff constantly spraying dogs with water for barking. This is not an effective training method and only desensitizes the dogs to water. Not to mention, dogs are going to bark while playing or seeing people come in—it’s normal behavior! If this is about keeping the noise down because they’re in the middle of a neighborhood, maybe they should have reconsidered their location. They should focus more on using their voice and recall before spraying. Another big red flag: ALLEGEDLY if a dog whines or cries too much, they get kenneled for hours. A proper timeout should be short and used to correct behavior but here it seems more like a punishment for being a dog. Staff also mentioned something about “HCO” which I assume means dogs are kicked out of group permanently. I noticed the staff didn’t seem trained on reading basic dog behavior which might explain why they’re quick to remove dogs from group play. If they kick your dog out of group permanently, Take your dog to another daycare because I guarantee you they kicked your dog out because this staff is untrained on dog behavior and let’s altercations happen. I also noticed a lack of supervision. I swear the dogs were left alone in the yard at one point which is incredibly unsafe. How can you monitor dog behavior if no one is watching? They also don’t have live cameras, which is a huge red flag. If you can’t see what’s happening with your dog during the day, that’s a problem. Overall, The Dog House seems more like a glorified babysitting service than a PROPER dog daycare. There’s a lot of spraying, very little understanding of dog behavior, and some concerning management issues. The manager that I met with that day was rude. I’ve even heard from other pet parents whose dogs have been injured and the staff never reported it. If you love your dog like family, you might want to look elsewhere. I’m not sure if things have changed since but I highly doubt it.
I love taking my dog here - she’s so excited every time I drop her off for daycare. She’s very playful and always gets a good workout because she’s exhausted when I bring her home. Highly recommend!
Overall, this is a great place to keep your dog for long vacations! I went out of town for about a week and a half just last week and was surprised at what they offered at only $45 a night. They include food and playtime, my dog was unfortunately not nudered so he was human contact only but they still took him on his own and hung out with him it sounds like! They even pointed out that he loved the leaves and playing with them in place of toys lol! My big guy Kodak came out super happy and he looked well fed and everything else. The only nit pick was that when I picked him up they didn't check my name or anything they just asked if I was the owner and handed him over. Not a huge deal or anything but I would've felt better if they would've asked and confirmed who I am before taking him home with me. Otherwise, the staff are some of the kindest people I've met at an animal related business. Thank you for making sure my Kodak got lots of love and was properly taken care of when I was gone! Definitely recommend!