Annie sat for our cat, Tuna, over a long weekend. She was extremely kind and self-sufficient. When we arrived home, Tuna was relaxed and happy and our apartment was as clean and tidy as we had left it. Annie would be welcome to sit for us again any time, we'd highly recommend her.
I could not have asked for a better first experience with zeewoi! Jordan and Nataki were great at communicating from the very start, and they sent me pictures and updates every day. I didn’t have to worry for a moment that my cat Anya was feeling lonely because I could tell she warmed up right away, even though she’s usually quite shy! They also went above and beyond making sure my apartment was tidy for when I got home. So grateful and would definitely be honored for them to sit for me again any time!
Francesco has been taking care of my furry babies and my place while I'm away for well over a year now, and I couldn't appreciate him more. He is a joy to communicate with, and the most reliable person one could hope for. Being able to count on him while I'm traveling makes a world of difference, because I know I don't need to worry about anything while I'm away. Benny and Zumba love him and are very well taken care of. I know because I come home to two very relaxed and happy kitties. I am super grateful to have found Francesco!
Hannah and Joseph were so kind, so communicative, and clean! Kevin seemed so happy in all the photos they sent. Not only did they wash my sheets and towels they used (without my requesting it, simply out of the kindness of their hearts), they ALSO then put my fresh sheets on the bed! 🥹❤️ Such incredible sitters. 10 stars!
Misti was wonderful! She was able to come by before I left town to meet my dog, Grace, which I really appreciated. She sent daily pics or videos and made sure that Grace got tons of snuggle time, which is a major requirement to keep my dog happy :) Cats and skateboards are evil enemies to Grace and it sounds like Misti experienced both and handled it flawlessly! Misti was a great communicator, left everything tidy for me when I got home and Grace was super mellow and relaxed, which tells me she got all the care she needed while I was gone. I highly recommend Misti - I'll definitely be asking her to sit again!
Lilly and Thomas stayed at our house and cared for our dogs for a month. I think they took the dogs to the beach nearly every day. Seeing pictures of our dogs on the beach made our time away from them feel so much better. Our house was immaculate when we returned, and we felt so fortunate to have such kind and loving people step in for us in our absence. Anyone would be super lucky to have them in their home.
Gwynn was wonderful! She was super communicative, flexible to come to our house beforehand to get oriented, and attentive to details. She connected with our pup, Scout, immediately and we felt so assured that he would be well cared for with her. We hope Gwynn can come stay again another time!
I was thrilled to have Courtenay as our sitter. We had a few last minute changes and she was very accommodating. She is a very pleasant, well spoken person who bonded very quickly with our dog, Pepe. We were in Europe and Courtenay keep us we’ll informed via internet, pictures and all. We came home to a clean house, a happy pet and a delicious pie she left for us in the refrigerator. You would be very pleased to have her as your sitter. Lucy Hottle
Wendy was great, she kept us updated on the dogs and all the fun she had hiking with them on the mountain. I returned home to a very tidy house. My dogs just loved her. I will definitely have Wendy sit for me again and would be very lucky to have her do a sit for you.
Julian and Susan were amazing, we came home to happy healthy creatures and a clean, tidy home and yard. They communicated with us during our vacation, both about anything unusual and just to let us know when things were going well (as they were the majority of the time). They are very adaptable and capable people, I highly recommend them for your home and pet needs.
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Carole and Ron are excellent cat-sitters! They took very good care of my cat Lola and of my house. I came home to a happy cat and a very clean and tidy house. They sent me pictures of Lola and kept me updated, so that I had a very relaxed holiday. I very highly recommend them as cat- sitters and I would be thrilled if they would come back to sit for Lola again. Thank you so much!
I am struggling with naming our top adjective to describe Michael and Jeanne. "Conscientious" will likely be it but then again, "personable," "reliable," "organised," and "animal-loving" are top contenders. If you are reading this review and contemplating inviting this couple to watch your pets, then look no further. We have had a number of excellent house sitters but this pair was next level in terms of the love they showed our cats, Maxx and Nala. When we came back, we could our animals already missed them. These cats, who have never slept with anyone other than us, were getting in bed with them each night -- and that meant climbing stairs! The day before our trip, Nala got an ear infection and had to be put on steroids for asthma. Michael and Jeanne did not sign up for that when the sit was booked but they took it in stride. In the last-minute rush, I relayed that Nala needed her oral steroids morning and night. Michael read the RX label, indicating one dose a day, and contacted the vet to clarify. So you can see why "conscientious" is right up there. They saved Nala from an overdose! We were gone three weeks and they sent us just the right amount of pictures and videos. They bought cat toys (I forgot to put ours out!) and actively engaged with them, including 20-minute massages for Maxx. I truly believed them when they said they fell in love with our fur babies. The house was spotless (which was not important to me but truly appreciated) but I smiled when all six water stations in our yard were filled. They took seriously my love for and the needs of the wildlife in our yard. Our plants were all in good condition as well. Sensing they were "next level" when I met them, I predicted they would want to leave a meal for us upon our return. I asked them not to but they found another way to bow out with class. They made a donation to a nonprofit I work with instead. This I learned from the lovely thank you note they left. I hope they will consider Charles and I friends because we certainly feel that way about them now. What special people. If you book them, treat them well because they are going to do that for you for sure.
Anna was an excellent sitter - she took great care to understand all of the intricacies of taking care of the house and cats, asked lots of questions, and arrived on time and ready for the sit. During the trip, she checked in with updates, and upon returning home, left the space tidy and clean. The cats were happy and healthy, and seemed to have had a great time during the sit. Thanks Anna!
Brian is a very professional sitter that does a good job, pays attention to details and is easy to work with. I have a lot of plants. A lot. He suggested me do a video for the plant care so he could be sure of which ones needed what. Brilliant! I’d never thought of that. They were in great shape when I returned. I explained that I needed some flexibility with travel dates, he agreed and rolled with the punches like a champ when my dates did indeed change. Unfortunately, he was a bit allergic to my cat but made it work anyway. He was really awesome about everything including a tree that fell next door in a storm and blocked the road for three days. I appreciate that he appreciated how funny and how much personality Boo has. They got along well and I received some great videos. I returned home to a happy cat and a house well taken care of 😊. I would definitely recommend Brian.
Kathryn was a wonderful sitter for Princessa! She was flexible and communicative and took great care of my cat and home.
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!
Danny and Jo did a great job caring for our 3 cats and fish AND lots of plants (and home of course) while we were out of town for 3 weeks. We came back to a very clean house, sheets, and towels all clean and folded and fresh sheets on the bed they were using. The plants were all alive too, which is a first for us (again, we have a lot of plants!). The cats were happy to see us and they were all accounted for (a past sitter lost a cat for a week - they escaped outside as a non-outside cat). Everything was in its place and looked great. We received regular updates (via text) with photos of the cats lounging about which was important for us. Danny asked good questions when they visited us before the sit, and when reviewing our pet/house sitting instructions. The only thing we noticed that was different was that our 2 young cats were a little lighter (not necessarily a bad thing) but we understand that being gone for that length of time can be stressful on our furry family, which almost always affects their eating habits. All in all, we would definitely have them again!
Pennee and Bill were the BEST pet sitters and guests ever! I really wanted them to stay forever ! Our cat, Miss Kitty bonded so much to them, that she really wasn’t that happy to see me when I got home .Our cat is a finicky eater and they tried all different types of food and treats for her. They sent me regular photos of miss kitty and I knew everything was great when most of the pics had miss kitty on their lap. Our cat doesn’t take to many people but she immediately fell in love with them. Pennee sent us our mail and prescription meds on a regular basis , and went out of her way to take care of any issues . They fell in love with the neighbors and community and just made our lives so easy . We experienced the Covid 19 virus outbreak quarantine during this time and Pennee and Bill agreed to stay a month longer at our home . They were extremely flexible with their travel plans so that everyone would be safe. Upon our arrival home, we were greeted with a bouquet of flowers , beautiful hanging basket of flowers for outdoors and a beautiful bottle of wine . And our house had never been cleaner ! Bill and Pennee are a pet owners dream couple !I felt extremely lucky to have found such a great petsitter and new friend . We will be visiting each other in the future .
Kristine was wonderful again as our local sitter from just down the street. The boys take to her like she is their best friend whenever she comes to sit with them. She sent us photos of them playing, relaxing, drinking water and eating so we knew they were well taken care of. The house and the cats were in excellent shape and excellent hands while we were away. It is wonderful that she enjoys the house and the cats so much and tells us so. Kristine comes with our highest recommendation! Thank you Kristine!
Rick and Sally are marvelous cat sitters and we would gladly have them back anytime. We highly recommend them to any and all pet owners. They arrived when they said they would and were ready to go when we returned, making sure our cats were present before departing. Our home was left spotless, undoubtedly better than we left it for them. We can't urge you enough to engage them if you can!
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, $21/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!
I cannot say enough good things about this company, their owner, their walkers and their dedication and love of animals. The owner Laurie, is a pleasure to work with, super flexible and dependable always. They have built a touching relationship with my dog who gets so excited to see them. They do adorable write ups about each visit and show me photos while she’s out for a walk and she’s clearly very happy.
Laurie has been so great taking care of our two dogs while we are away! The pups love her and we always feel good about leaving them in her very capable hands! We'll continue to use her services and would recommend her to anyone!
We are so happy we found Blissful Wags! Laurie, the owner, has been a lifesaver from day one! When our pup was younger we used her drop-in services, which gave us great piece of mind. As soon as he was old enough, we brought our dog to day camp and I’m not sure who loves it more, us or him! Laurie has a beautiful fenced in yard where all the dogs are free to run around and play. Beau loves to spend the day playing with his friends. Laurie updates us regularly throughout the day with pictures and videos. She is so reliable, great with the dogs, and really truly loves them as her own. We are so thankful we found Blissful Wags and would give 10 stars if we could!
Can't say enough good things about Blissful Wags! I've heard so many horror stories about dogs being kenneled and unattended to so I was extremely nervous when looking for a dog sitter for my new puppy. We first did a "meet and greet" With Laurie and our boy to see if it was a good fit. We were happy with the layout and vibe so we decided to proceed. In the beginning we were only there sporadically to ease our pup into the transition, but now it's like his second home! Our baby went from a nervous little pup who kept to himself to a confident, playful dog! Laurie is so good with the dogs and truly cares about each as if they are her own. Also, she frequently sends pictures which is so important to an anxious person like myself! My mind is completely at ease while I'm at work and our boy is at play. 10/10 recommend!
We found Blissful Wags after we adopted our 7 month old rescue this past January. She had energy to burn and loves to play and this was the perfect fit! Laurie the owner has been such a gift. Not only is she fantastic with the dogs she's a terrific human as well. Our now one year old pup goes on a regular basis including some overnights. Laurie is very careful to screen all new dogs and there are no kennels. It's a huge fenced in yard with ramps, slides, ropes and a pool. Inside is completely dog proofed and clearly catered to the dogs needs with beds and chews. I know that when I leave our girl she is in good hands!
Blissful Wags is the best! My Brittany, Piper loves when Laurie is taking care of her. Laurie walks and plays with your dog and updates you with pictures. . I cannot say enough good things about Blissful Wags!
Laurie is The Dog Whisperer! My recently adopted rescue dog had many social issues with people and other dogs. Not with Blissful Wags. He adores Laurie and definitely misses being there. What a comfort that was. Couldn’t recommend more!
My puppy loves Blissful Wags! Laurie takes great care of all her puppies and sends multiple photos throughout the day. It’s so great to have a puppy daycare/staycation where you can rely on someone to make sure your puppy is comfortable and always having fun! Cannot recommend enough. My puppy is always excited to go and hangout with her friends 😊
I am so happy I found Blissful Wags! The owner, Laurie is fantastic! She is trustworthy and truly loves and cares for my dog. Her home has a huge fenced in yard and the dogs are free to roam anywhere in the house. Lexi loves staying over and always has a blast! I highly recommend them! I would give Blissful Wags 10 stars, if I could! You and your furry loved ones won’t be disappointed. Blissful Wags is the only place I trust completely to watch my furry child!
Our corgis absolutely love it at Blissful Wags. Laurie is so incredible with dogs and makes them feel right at home while sending us lots of photos and updates. I can see how much she loves the pups that she watches whether it's overnight boarding or daycare. I never worry about leaving our dogs with her as I know they are extremely well cared for!
Disappointed: Unfortunately Morgan did not return my 2 phone calls over a 14 day period. From all the positive reviews, I was excited to find Alpha Pet Care and wanted to inquire about their services and if they would take on new clientele. Fully understanding we are all busy and it's tough to multi task, I would have appreciated a call back. It's all about communication and good customer service but Alpha Pet Care fell short on meeting these expectations.
Morgan is great! I have used her walking and boarding services for the past few years. She's very knowledgeable and trustworthy. My dog and I have been very pleased with the care she gives. Highly recommended
Our dogs are always very excited for their daily walk with Morgan. Morgan is very flexible with scheduling walks, treats the dogs with respect and provides an affordable pet care solution. Recommend to all in need of pet walking solution.
Morgan has been involved with pet care and services for years. She is incredibly reliable and takes care of animals like they were her own. Whether it be a daily walk or a petsitter for a getaway, she is the best choice!
I have seen a huge difference in our dogs since they started having daily walks with Morgan. They are happier and more relaxed when we get home from work. We also enjoy our vacations more now that we have someone who cares for our dogs as much as we do!!
This is a kennel free , free roaming facility . Such a special place for a special friendly pup. Highly recommended. Well maintained .
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We have been taking our Mia girl here for a year now. Gloria, Dom and their son have made us feel so comfortable when leaving our pup Mia. I opted to have Mia stay here instead of a traditional kennel or vet boarding because let’s face it, you spend a ridiculous amount of money at places like this and your pup is spending most of their time in a cage. Your dog doesn’t spend any time in a cage at Glor and Doms. They have an outdoor activity area designated just for your dogs. Which allows all the pups to play with each other and form a pack! They’re affordable and our Mia girl comes back to us pooped from all the fun she has. Highly recommend!
Buddy loves going to Besties. We know hes in good care with Gloria and Dom. Facility is amazing!!! I would refer any pup to this place
Gloria and Dom treat the dogs like family! We have been using them for 2 years now and have been happy. When we go away and leave Champ with them we know he is well taken care of and has the time of his life with his friends. They truly love them like their own
The only people I trust with my little puggle! They have been watching her for 4 years and are amazing, kind, loving, and reliable! She always comes home really happy and tired lol. Really thankful for them!!
We normally have family watch our dogs but figured for a longer vacation we would try pet sitters. Sammy's Pet Care is beyond pet sitting, they loved our dogs like their own and it showed! Upon our first meeting to go over everything, me and my husband immediately felt comfortable as if they were family. They were friendly, warm and very understanding when our trip was extended an extra day. They were quick to respond and very communicative with us during our trip to Florida, especially during the earthquake and crazy weather we had while we were gone. The daily updates and pictures were the toppers to our trip as you could just see how relaxed and happy our dogs were. We came home to very happy dogs and outside of that, a clean house -an unexpected gift which was much appreciated after travelling all day! We will ALWAYS use Sammy's Pet Care in the future! Suzanne & Garrett Trull; Sparta, NJ
Highly recommend Sammy’s Pet Care! First time she sat for our dog and I couldn’t be happier!! We had a family emergency while we were away, causing us to have to extend Sammy’s services. Sammy was so understanding and able to help out even though it was unplanned. Very conscientious and responsible, great communication and I have complete confidence that she cares for my dog like her own. I will absolutely use her services from now on!
Sammy went above and beyond any pet sitter we had. He has excellent communication skills. Our dogs and cats received the very best care while he was with them. Our dogs loved the attention they got from him, as well as the cat. We look forward to booking with Sammy again. Highly highly recommend him!
Sammy is AMAZING! She is extremely reliable, punctual, trustworthy, and I trust her beyond all doubt with my pups. I will not leave my dogs with just anyone and she has gained my trust and will be sitting more for me. She stays in touch with you throughout the sitting, you come home to a clean house, and gives your pets unconditional love. I highly recommend her!
Sammy and her team are kind and caring. She is very communicative and plans activities for the pups. We always feel safe leaving our pets in her care.
So this was our 1st time having someone come to our home to watch our 2 dogs. We usually board them, but our 1 dog has addison's disease and thought it would be best to leave her in her own environment while we went on vacation. I found Sammy's petcare. I reached out to Sammy and set up a date & time for her and her husband Mark to come over so we can meet and they can meet our 2 dogs. We felt very comfortable with them as did our dogs. They slept over our house, took very good care of our girls, gave us updates, and sent us pictures. If you're on the fence about hiring them to take care of your pet, just do it! I would recommend them to family and friends a thousand times over!! Thanks Sammy & Mark, Dana
Sammy’s pet care is amazing I had to go away suddenly and had no one to watch my pup. I called a bunch of pet sitters and no one was available on such short notice but Sammy made it happen for me. She was even able to give him his daily meds which is a nightmare and she did it with such ease. I will be using this business again for sure!
Sammy is the best! She took such dog care of my three dogs and my home. You can go away and not have to worry about anything! So glad I found her!!!
Sammy is our savior! She has worked with our scared dog monthly- and now he loves her! She is so kind and reliable. Highly recommend!!
I am so excited to have found Sam and her team! I STRESS hard-core about going anywhere simply because of the hands I leave my animals in. Its safe to say i am worry free now! They truly care about what they do and for my critters who happen to be 2 dogs a cat and a ferret 😂 …
We have a 120 lb yellow lab, and I always know my pup is in good hands! They love our fur baby as much as we do! It's truly peace of mind knowing he's happy at "camp"!!
I'd give 6 stars if I could. Our pup did boot camp and came home a different dog! And the staff are so thoughtful, patient and understanding. Can't recommend this place highly enough.
We will never send our dog anywhere else ever again! He came home so happy! Highly highly recommend for anyone who wants their dog to get some love while away! Judy is absolutely amazing! Truly love our experience each and every time! I never feel nervous about needing to go out of town!
AMAZING place for boarding. My Siberian husky has been boarded here now for over 2 years here and there. I got recommended here from someone at the vet. When my vet stopped doing boarding I had no idea where to bring my husky! Judy and the girls here are excellent. This is the only place I will ever trust to board my dog. It's 40 minutes away from me but worth every minute. Reasonable and trustworthy. My dog loves it here its a mini vacation for him! he gets so happy when we pull in.
We've owned dogs our whole life, we have 3 we leave with her all the time, hands down best kennel we have ever been too! Judy genuinely cares about your dog. Never worry about leaving them with her. We would never use any other place. Place always clean and we'll maintained!
We have have been going to Stonehill for over 20 years and would not trust our labs Goldie and Lakota with just anyone. Judy has always cared for our dogs with the utmost attention to their needs. Especially in their golden years. It has always been reassuring to know that our dogs were in loving hands while boarding there.
I trust the staff of Stonehill Estates Kennel. My dogs are happy to arrive at the kennel. Judy and her staff are attentive and knowledgible. I have peace of mind when my dogs are in their care. I have been extremely happy with the grooming, too. Donna does an excellent job. She has given them breed appropriate cuts and shaved them (when asked). No surprises. Very easy to work with. I highly recommend their boarding and grooming services.
We love our dogs and do not trust them with many people. But Judy is a truly a dog lover and you can see she genuinely cares. Wouldn't leave our dog's anywhere else!
My family has been using Stonehill for almost 20 years. They are the best place for my dogs. Its always clean and they are very friendly. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a safe place to board their dog.
A wonderful place for boarding our two dogs. They come back happy and healthy.
I am so lucky to have found Samantha to walk my 2 dogs. I have one large dog that is not that well-behaved during walks and is extremely strong. She is a complete professional and they loved her immediately. It was easy to schedule and I trusted Samantha and her husband, who assisted a few times, the minute I met them. I highly recommend them, especially if you have a larger, strong dog.
Sam and Pete did the best job taking care of our Butters on a Saturday night! He had such a great time playing with the other puppies! We will definitely bring our puppy back in the future!!
Samantha and Pete did drop ins for Nessa, Diesel (AKA Sniffles) and Stella from Aug. 1-Aug. 5, 2024. They were amazing they not only cared for our animals as if they were their own but took care of the house as well. We finally had a vacation that we felt safe with the care our animals were receiving. Stella is our recent rescue and she is very nervous but opened up to Samantha and Pete. They came and did 2 home visits to meet the animals before we left for no extra charge. They are also extremely reasonably priced for the care they provide. I will be recommending them to everyone I know that needs a pet sitter or boarding and will definitely personally use them again! ❤️🐾
Highly recommend! Samantha and Peter stayed at our house to watch our 10 month old puppy for 5 days. They provided updates and photos each day which we loved seeing! We can’t wait to use them again!
First time having in home pet sitting and it was a fantastic experience. Pete and Samantha were both great and the pups took to them right away. Pete did the overnight and we really appreciated the updates and pictures throughout his stay. Great to see the pups having such a good time while we were gone. Highly recommend and will definitely be using them again!
Samantha and Pete took great care of our dog Archer. He's typically nervous with boarding, but they did a phenomenal job of making him feel at home! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for an affordable and excellent boarding service.
Sam and Pete were amazing! They were very accommodating, flexible, and left us feeling at ease about leaving our pup with them. They sent constant updates and pictures. You can tell they truly love and care for each dog they watch. Our dog came back even a little more even tempered! So happy we finally found a good dog sitter. Will definitely be using them again!!
Wags and tails is wonderful. My dog is really a special knee type of dog and he is in love with Sam. Cannot wait for her to get here and when I come home. He's always calm and relaxed. I feel blessed to have them to watch my dog
I am one of the most anxious dog moms, so when it came time for us to leave for a wedding over the weekend where all our friends and loved ones would be, I was panicking knowing we did not have someone who could look after our doggo. After a brief search for someone local, I came across Wags and Woof and contacted Samantha and Pete to see if they could do drop ins while we were away. To start, they were super responsive and listened to all of our needs. We arranged a meet and greet where they were both present and asked amazing questions to make sure they knew everything about our dog. This immediately calmed my nerves knowing they were asking the right questions and made sure our dog was able to open up to them. Leading up to the weekend we were away, Samantha did an amazing job with communication making sure she knew all the important details like timeline, how to get in, where to take Ziggy for walks, etc. which once again, made me feel so much more confident in our decision. For the weekend itself, I cannot say enough to appreciate our gratitude. Samantha communicated every detail to us, sent us pictures, was flexible with walking our dog an extra time, was prompt on the times we asked to stop by for the drop ins, and left our house immaculate. When we got home, we could tell our dog was happy and was not stressed while we were away which is the best possible feeling. Again, I cannot thank Samantha and Pete enough and we are so gracious we found two lovely local folks who truly care about dogs like we do and can trust to take care of our doggo. Thank you thank you!
I found Sam and Peter through the Thumbtack app and was impressed from the moment I met them. They are very professional and definitely love what they do! They have cared for our dog and 2 cats many times via drop-in visits and always send the cutest photos of them 🥰 I am at ease knowing our pets are in good hands with Sam and Peter! …
They take wonderful care of our pup, Max. It's nice to have someplace we trust.
I’ve been taking my dog here for the last 5 years. Place is GREAT! The owner really truly cares about dogs and treats every dog that comes through her doors like they are her own. I take my dog for grooming and I have boarded my dog there as well every year when we go on vacation. He loves going there. Definitely recommend!!!
I used this kennel for 2 weeks in late June into early July. I will never let my dog stay there again. It took approximately 2 weeks for my dog to return to his pre kennel self. Upon pick up they lost my dogs leash, collar and 70 dollar Soresto collar. The lady claimed they give them to the owners after they are dropped off. That was not the case. Stay away from this place. The good reviews have to be fake! I know the owners will comment on my review and deny it. No reason to leave a bad review unless it really happened.
We LOVE this kennel! I’ve boarded my dog here so many times with barely any notice, and they’re always so happy to accommodate. In the past, my dog will try to run in the opposite direction when he knows where he’s going but here, he starts crying with excitement the second we pull into the driveway! We boarded him last weekend, and he still smells AMAZING from his bath there as well. Not only do they care for my dog as I would, but their prices are also unmatchable. I’d recommend them to everyone I know!!
A Wonderful Home Away from Home for Luca & Miley! They were so well taken care of by Susan & Her Awesome Staff & Came home Happy, Healthy & So Clean! I felt so at ease on our vacation... Susan gave me reassurance that they were doing GREAT whenever I called to check in! I Highly Recommend Applewood Kennels!! THANK YOU to everyone there! 👍 🐶🐶😊
I had a very good first time experience today with them. I have a very hyper German shepherd who has bad separation anxiety with me. They we’re amazing with her! We will be definitely coming back! Thank you so much again !
This kennel is absolutely amazing. After being thoroughly disappointed with another kennel I used for an overnight stay, I was apprehensive to leave my big Great Dane babies anywhere at all. Susan, the owner, spent a good ten minutes in the phone with me discussing her approach to care when I simply called to check availability. Here’s just a few reasons I will never use another kennel again (assuming my pups are welcome back!) 1) The level of expertise. Susan knows dogs. The kennel is prepared for all breeds, which is not always the case with giants. She takes care to ensure the dogs are not integrated with other dogs at the kennel (which is nothing but a recipe for disaster). I was not worried that other pups with a Napoleon complex would attack my big guys nor was I worried that my big guys would accidentally pull a Lennie from “Of Mice and Men” on a smaller dog. 2) Communication. Susan either answers the phone or responds to phone calls/emails within moments. She is keenly aware of what is happening with each dog under her watch and encourages you to call and check in on them. I never even felt like I needed to say who I was when I called. I said my first name and she knew. 3) Pick up / Drop off is handled perfectly. She has a capable and knowledgeable staff and runs her business like a well oiled machine. There is no nonsense and no fuss. Just an expert who knows exactly what she is doing. 4) Flexibility. My flight home was cancelled and I had no idea when I could get it rescheduled. This was met with a shrug from Susan who simply said “Worry about the kids you’re chaperoning on your school trip… we’ll worry about the pups.” I am confident that even if Susan had a fully booked kennel (which she likely had), that she would’ve figured out a way to extend their stay if I needed. 5) “Extras.” I thought to myself: “I really don’t need the bath option before pick up…” but I did it anyway. I’m so glad I did. My dogs looked (and smelled) wonderful when I picked them up. And one of my pups absolutely abhors baths (which I didn’t warn Susan about). She and her team managed anyway. Get the bath option. There’s no other way to take them home. Also, she freely admits that although she knows the vaccination status of neighboring dogs in the kennel she cannot possibly know if vermin or other ickiness is being transmitted. The bath is important before taking them home. I hesitate to call it an “extra” 6) Pricing. I actually hesitated before committing to Applewood because I thought their pricing was uncannily low in comparison with others in the area. This should only emphasize the commitment that Susan and her team have to their craft and business. It’s not a “money grab” (which is certainly how I felt about the last place where I kenneled my pups for one night). Here’s the best sign that this kennel is a great place to bring your pups: my guys weren’t all that excited to see me when I picked them up. As much as that might seem strange, that is the highest compliment the dogs themselves can give of the place. I was so nervous leaving on this vacation. But because of Applewood, I could completely let go of the worry about my big babies. I cannot recommend this place enough.
First time here. My dog came home happy smelling good. They took care of him answered all my questions. I called acouple times and the reassured me he was fine. They never made me feel rushed or my questions inconvenienced them. Very professional from the time I dropped him off until the time I picked him up. Yes he will be back.Thank You!
My wife and I have always in the past used the Pet Spa & Resort in Franklin, NJ for boarding our dogs but when we had trouble contacting them over the phone we decided to try this place located in Vernon, NJ, based upon their mostly positive reviews - BIG MISTAKE!! We have two dogs, both large at 80+ lbs. each. One an 8 year old female, the other a 15 year old senior male who always board together. When I called the owner first for information I was informed that they had a special program for dealing with senior dogs and were charging 10.00 extra a day. She said for this extra amount the dog would receive special attention and care. When I brought the dogs in later that week to be boarded I first asked to see the actual enclosure they would both be sharing. Well it's a good thing I did. The enclosure was in a very dimly lit, dreary, almost windowless shed. The size was 5 and half feet by 5 and a half feet with a cot taking up almost almost half of the space. I was astonished to think they would be boarding two large dogs together in such a tiny space where even just one dog would have trouble turning around. When the owner saw how displeased I was she said that each dog could have its own enclosure if i was willing to pay extra. How this place had gotten good reviews is beyond me - I wouldn't board my dog here if you paid me. Needless to say my wife and I turned around and walked out. We decided to use the reliable Pet Spa & Resort instead. If you are tempted to use this facility I would suggest you check out first the actual enclosure your dog(s) will be placed in. Personally I would not recommend this kennel to anyone.
I have been using Applewood for years. As the owner of not one but 2 generations of old English sheepdogs , they are known to be energetic goofballs who tend to be emotional babies during times of separation . Susan and her staff are always comforting to them and it makes it so much easier to leave them in her expert care. I would not even consider using another kennel for my sheepies !
Couldn't be a more caring, kind service for your pet. Over Christmas, Lisa took the time to buy a particular cat food she thought my cat might eat. He was eating very little at the time & Lisa hoped this might help. I was away & feeling worried & Lisa did all she could to keep me informed & get Shadow back to good health. So grateful.
Lisa and her staff are incredible! We've used Nature's Nanny for various pets over the last several years, and they have always taken great care of them. We appreciate the notes and photos they send after each visit. For our last service, in addition to Lisa taking care of our two cats, we had to make last minute arrangements to have our dog taken care of when my mother-in-law had a medical emergency and couldn't watch him anymore. Lisa was so accommodating, which made us feel so much better about being far away from home. We will continue to use Nature's Nanny for all of our pet care needs whenever we go away for extended periods.
I needed a reliable dog sitter who could give my dog meds twice a day and sometimes doesn't want to take them. Lisa was able to get them down for him. She sends me photos and updates for every visit. My work plans changed and she was able to accommodate that as well. As a dog mom with a dog with health issues, it is a huge sigh of relief to have someone trustworthy and caring taking care of him! Thank you Lisa! 💜
From the second we met with Lisa, we knew we ( and our VERY particular kitty) were in excellent hands! It’s not easy to entrust someone you don’t know personally into your home to take care of your furry family member while you are away. Lisa interviewed us as much as we interviewed her, and we truly felt like her expertise and experience made her an extremely trustworthy caretaker. We couldn’t have been more impressed! Despite the fact that our cat becomes territorial and downright vicious with strangers, Lisa managed to feed, change the litter, and even attempt to socialize with her, while knowing exactly how to handle such a difficult cat. We got a daily log of the day’s activities, as well as pictures and text updates. When we got home, it was obvious that an unbelievable amount of care and attention had gone into her, and she behaved as if we’d never left.( In fact, her litter box was better cared for than I think we even do!) We can not recommend Nature’s Nanny Pet Service and Lisa enough!!!! We have already used her services twice, and will continue to do so in the future.I felt like she cared for our cat as much as we do, and was professionally able to handle her in a way that neighbors and family members were unable to. We are so grateful, and have recommended her to several people, and will continue to do. I highly recommend giving yourself complete peace of mind, and hiring such a fantastic service. I only wish we had found Nature’s Nanny’s Pet Service sooner!
Had a great experience with Nature's Nanny! Lisa took care of our cat while we were on vacation and I couldn't have been more pleased. Her communication is fantastic (daily updates and pictures) and she is so kind and compassionate. We found our new pet sitter!
Luna is our first pet and I was very apprehensive leaving her at first. Lisa came to meet us and put us at ease immediately . She has been back several times and now we have a trusted FRIEND coming in to help . She always sends texts with pictures and leaves a detailed account of her time with Luna . Lisa is the BEST!
Lisa is someone that we trust completely with our boys! We count on her to give insulin injections to our one diabetic cat and she gives them plenty of love and attention while we are gone.
We have used Natures Nanny for 18 + years and Lisa has always been great with all of our cats.
I used this company for 2 years for my high energy dog. They’ve been amazing and I always felt safe with my dog in their hands and them in my home. I can’t recommend highly enough. The only reason I’m stopping is because I’m moving, and if I could take them with me I would!
Lisa provides great dependable care. Has taken care of our kitties for many years. Very trustworthy and caring.
My dog absolutely loves it here! As soon as he realizes where we're going he's always excited. He loves the staff and they are great. I love the fact that he can go outside anytime he wants to go to the bathroom. Most of the other daycares I've been to they charge extra to walk them and my dog usually just holds it in while I'm gone all day. This is the first place I'm completely comfortable leaving him.
We bring our dog clover there best place ever! Great staff! You can tell our dog has the best time. We can’t even say the word camp anymore he runs by the door so exited to go! Thank you happy hound! So happy we found this place
We absolutely love Happy Hound. There groomers are second to none, and the staff is very tentative and caring. Both our pups get the best treatment and care. Thank you to Jessie, Mindy, Carmen and Adria!! A++++
Our Bella goes mostly twice a week and she loves it. Gets her exercise and social time in. She gets so excited when we get close. Staff is excellent!
Our dog hated going to daycare at Happy Hound. He has no problem going to other daycares, but something about Happy Hound made him extremely agitated. For other daycares, he marches right in and is excited to play, but with Happy Hound he was always dragging his feet and was very clearly upset to be going there. We are no longer using this daycare, and our dog is much happier at his new daycare.
Great place for dogs to play and socialize with both indoor and outdoor space. Also has DIY wash for dogs, as well as, groomers who take appointments. Friendly and loving staff!
We have been using Happy Hound since August and couldn’t be happier. Our pup is always excited when we pull into the parking lot. She comes home tuckered out. We got her as a rescue and we definitely think Happy Hound has contributed to her adjusting well and her socialization. They are very good about communicating about any changes (ex. rare closing for inclement weather) or any promotions (like when they bring in a photographer and you “pay” with a monetary donation to a local rescue and have pics taken of your pup). The staff is very friendly. The place is always clean (and smells clean!). The grooming service in house is very convenient. Reasonably priced. Can’t recommend them enough!
Thank you for taking such wonderful care of our girl. You are so kind, she came home very happy and relaxed. We were so worried because she's senior and it was her first time at a daycare in years. But you really took wonderful care of her. Thank you, thank you, we will see you soon! xoxoxo
Our dog has been coming for months. As soon as we pull into the parking lot he goes nuts- He runs right inside and is so excited! They take such good care of the dogs and our dog comes home exhausted from playing all day. The staff is awesome here. Highly recommend!!
Bryan Reisz is remarkable. For about a decade, he cared for our two golden retrievers, one young and rambunctious, the other sweet, mellow and a bit older. Bryan was perfect for both. Long romps, swimming, attention to any issues that came up. Lots of exercise, lots of fun. Not sure who was happier to see Bryan come by -- the dogs or us. He truly is a dog whisperer. Our dogs would stay with him when we left town and we knew they were having a ball. He is caring, knowledgeable and is as good as it gets in the dog world. We had complete confidence in Bryan to ensure our dogs were well cared for and safe. We know that others will have the same great experience.
We found Lauren and her company Canine Concierge in 2016 when we were going away for Thanksgiving and needed a last minute visit service for our cats, and we were so happy with her that we booked visits with her every time we were away ever since! The website makes it easy to book visits, and we have always been very happy with the thoroughness we see every day when we cat our "cat reports", complete with pictures and fun summaries of how everything went. It's something we look forward to each day we're away, and we feel at ease with our cats in Canine Concierge's hands.
Lauren is just wonderful! She took such great care of our Oliver while we were away. She even made him a special dog-friendly yogurt and peanut butter birthday cake on his birthday and had a little party for him with all of his friends there. She sent me adorable videos and photos. Oliver enjoyed his vacation there!
The Canine Concierge team is the best around! They truly care for every single pet that they service and will go beyond and above to make their visit awesome! The photos and visit recap are a great communication to see how the visit went and important info on your pet. Their communication within their app is prompt and professional. I have been with them for 17 years and would never go anywhere else!
“I couldn’t be more pleased with our fantastic dog walkers, the service from the owner Lauren and everyone who works for this wonderful company. They treat my dogs like their own, providing excellent care every time. After each visit, I receive a detailed report with pictures, which gives me peace of mind while I’m at work, knowing my dogs are in good hands. On days when I’m stuck at work or have a last-minute appointment, they always manage to accommodate. I highly recommend them—5 stars, 10/10!”
We have had such a positive experience with Canine Concierge! We have what are considered exotic pets. The time and care each member puts into taking care of our pets is amazing. We would highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality pet care.
5 stars for this pet sitting and dog walking service. They are outstanding. They are dependable, caring and also share the most incredible photos each time they visit with your pet. I have complete trust and confidence when I hire them. Shout out to Sarah and Dena who are the best
I have known the wonderful people at Canine Concierge for eight years. They are extremely competent and reliable, they love dogs, they send me funny messages about my dog’s antics on their walks, and they are hands down the best pet sitting service I’ve ever used. Thank you to Lauren, Dena, Kat, Sydney, Sara and the crew. You rock.
Lauren and her team are excellent! I bring my pup to daycare and she absolutely loves it and comes home tired! I trust Lauren 100% with my baby!!
We have just started initial contact with Canine Concierge, and have not had an actual sitting yet. So far we are very pleased with the attention and care given to us for our first experience. If this is any indication of thier service then I am sure this will also be the same care given to our pet. We look forward to working with them in the future for our pet care needs.
I am so happy I found this amazing business! I was extremely anxious about having strangers come walk my dog, but what a great group of people they have! Max loves all the girls that come and walk him, I always receive pictures and a full report on how the day went :) not to mention the prices are extremely reasonable in comparison to others I have researched!
Per Jason Abate's earlier message, I can't praise Aranwood staff enough for their excellent care of our 12-year old spaniel, as well as compassion for our family. They boarded her for weeks while we worked on a permanent rescue for her. She adjusted well, was happy, and made both canine and human friends. Richie and staff were great, and helped smooth her transition. Thank you, thank you. 🐶
My puppy comes home so tired & happy from daycare. She loves the staff. Looking forward to joining the training club they offer!
This is going to be my 3rd time using Aranwood Kennels including their grooming session as well and I have nothing but good things to say about their services. I am so happy to find this place and be able to leave my pups in a good save environment with no b.s going on, straight to the point and very good people. I will continue to use their services and cannot wait till I am able to signed them up to their training classes avail for dogs!
This will be the 3rd time bringing my shih tzu to his kennel. He cares about each and every dog as if it's his own. I've seen him save dogs. Please people stop these 1 star reviews. You're jumping on a bandwagon by a person who has a vendetta against someone else and this owner is in the crossfire.
I travel from Clark to Aranwood Kennels to board my 3 y/o Cane Corso with Danny, ACT K9 Services. It’s taken me so long to find someone who I can trust with my dog and who understands his breed. Well worth the travel time. Thank you guys so much; my fur babe was well taken care of!
You don't want your dog to go here. Do a little Googling - the owner was arrested for animal cruelty.
My dog seems to actually enjoy Aranwood as he can enjoy the freedom of the large indoor/outdoor pens. Great facility with very friendly and accommodating owners.
The owner put a great deal of work and money into fixing this place up, it looks great. Very accommodating, and took good care of my boy.
AMAZING PLACE!! GREAT PEOPLE AND GREAT AT WHAT THEY DO. WOULD DEFINITELY RECOMMEND THEM.
Amazing people here. Taking very good care of our families dog