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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Seàn was an amazing pet and house sitter! He was super communicative and took amazing care of my dog Nala and cat Bruce. They were happy and loved while I was away- I couldn’t have asked for a better sitter for the two little fur babies! He sent great pictures and checked in every day so I had nothing to worry about. On top of all that, he also kept my place immaculately clean and left my place in wonderful shape. We can’t wait to have him back to sit and I would highly recommend him to anyone and everyone looking for a sitter!
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!
Pares is an experienced and quality sitter and we knew our cat Juniper (and a few plants) was well cared for. We received regular updates and photos which was really nice to have during our travels. While we missed Juniper, we could see that she enjoyed receiving cuddles and attention from Pares. Upon returning home, our flat was clean and tidy, and Juniper was very happy! Thank you for taking care of her!
We were so pleased to meet John and Trisha! We had them come in a day before we left and enjoyed a nice meal with them and they got to meet Delilah (even if she didn’t seem interested) but she soon warmed up to them - except for the Cat Videos - she wasn’t very interested 🤣 When we returned our home was so clean (probably cleaner than we left it)! We got frequent pics and updates on our Princess! They also left us with a Progress Report with Delilah’s activities and what they did at the house before they left. We would highly recommend John & Trisha if you are lucky enough to have them apply for a House Sitters job! Bill, Kathy & Delilah 🐈⬛❤️
Amanda is truly our trusted sitter "find"! She comes back regularly, so much so that our kitties think she is their secondary owner! Always reliable, clean, responsible and most of all loves our cats as much as we do! Good communicator, self reliant - all in all a perfect "10"!
Elisabeth was an excellent sitter for our cat. We were away for two weeks and received daily photos and notes from her about Catman's activities (i.e., sleeping and eating). She is definitely a cat lover and that was evident from our cat's calm behavior when we returned.
Wow, what a find Justin is! I feel as though I won a lottery. As I was revelling in the communication we were having during his stay, I looked over his profile and realized either that he had updated it during his stay OR I never even read it. I was so impressed with his initial application that described multiple stays taking care of cats in Turkey that I knew he was going to be a great choice. So I'm not sure that I even read his profile or reviews. Turned out...he was more than I could have EVER hoped for. Justin is VERY organized and clear with his communication. Just as--or maybe more--important, he is a poster child for what zeewoi can be: more than just an economical way to get a pet sitter or a place to stay. Justin embraces the barter economy and the opportunity it presents to get to know people. Although we only met the day that I turned the house and my 2 cats over to his care, we had delightful communication throughout his stay. He wanted to be sure he was providing the right care to all living and non-living elements of my home as well as just chat beyond what we'd had an opportunity to cover when we were face to face on the handoff day. Bottom line: I'd have Justin back even if I wasn't going anywhere! I've met a friend. And my neighbors did as well! Oh yes, and my two cats were well looked after, the house was in ship shape, and Justin was able to brief the next sitter in person (I'd had to extend my time away and Justin already had another commitment). To say I felt confident leaving my pets and home in Justin's care is an understatement. Justin is a real adventurer and believer in the power of both human and animal connection. Without a doubt, I would recommend him as a sitter...and a friend! Thank you, Justin for a great example of how to wrestle so much more meaning out of zeewoi.
Jenny was an absolute delight, lovely to speak to and patient with last minute changes. I have had bad experiences with trusting people with my cats before so was really anxious as Jenny is the first house sitter I have used from zeewoi. But, I felt at ease as soon as I spoke to her, she has a lovely manner and she came round the day before the sit to male sure she had every detail right. But I think the thing that helped the most was her regular updates about my cats. I could see from the videos she sent they were given lots of love and attention. My cats don't usually play with people but my little girl seemed to love her! My flat was immaculate when I got back as well, I am so grateful to Jenny for all her help and really hope to have her sit for me again!
If you are looking for someone to take care of your fur babies and your house while you're away, Daniel is your guy! I had discovered zeewoi just a couple of weeks before I was to leave on vacation and I was not only apprehensive if the website was too good to be true, but also under a real time crunch. I reached out to over 100 local sitters and several possibilities fell through. I was confident I would find the right sitter and when Daniel applied for the sit and I started to text and converse with him, I knew I had found the perfect sitter for my two cats! Daniel was upbeat and positive, articulate and personable, warm and caring, and he asked all the right questions about Lilly and Eli (I hadn't had the time to complete my Welcome Guide, yet!?!). I shared that I had an easy cat and problem cat -- Lilly, who is sweet, social and eats dry food, and Eli who is skittish, was periodically pooping outside the kitty litter box and was eating prescription canned food twice a day mixed with a probiotic and stool firmer. I asked if he thought he was up for the job and he happily said he was. Since he flew all the was from Chicago, I thought the least my husband and I could do was pick him up at the airport. When he arrived, he pulled out his notebook. He patiently walked with me as I reviewed kitty care, showed him around the house, and where he would be sleeping. He immediately picked up Lilly who was excited about meeting her new friend and Eli bugged out and down the stairs to the basement (his favorite hiding place!). We got Daniel connected to the internet, set him up at our dining room table and headed off to airport, leaving our house and kitties in the best of hands. Daniel wanted to make sure I felt comfortable and assured while we were away. He made sure to text with me every other day (he had asked my preference earlier), sent photos of Lilly being her cute self while Eli hid during the day although he gave me assurances that he was eating his food and using the litter box (there were a few accidents, but Daniel never complained about these additional duties). When we returned from our vacation, the house was also spotless and well cared for and Daniel had even washed the sheets for me! It is with utter happiness and complete confidence that I recommend Daniel as a fantastic Sitter. He is trustworthy, responsible, caring, and competent, and you can rest assured that both your house and sweet pets will be watched over and treated with TLC -- and will truly be in the best of hands while you are away!
I whole-heartedly recommend Carly and her partner Fanny to sit for you! They were fabulous and reliable house sitters from start to finish. Carly was timely and thoughtful in all of her communications and let us know the state of affairs in our apartment with our cat and plant babies while we were away. They followed our directions to a 'T.' We came home to find a happy cat, thriving plants, a spotless apartment and laundered linens. We would definitely consider contacting them again to house sit for us!
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, $23/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!
We love taking our Miley to Lucky Buddies Pet Sitting! Miley is a very shy dog and takes a little bit to open up. Initially, we were concerned about her adjustment, but after her first daycare visit, she loved it! It was such a relief to see our timid girl so eager and happy to go back. We feel completely comfortable knowing our pup is in the capable hands of the staff at Lucky Buddies. The atmosphere is so welcoming that it feels like we are dropping her off at a friend's or family member's house. We have complete trust in their care for our baby girl. The added convenience of their app, which provides regular updates, is a fantastic touch that keeps us informed and reassured while Miley is in their care. Communication at Lucky Buddies is top-notch. They are always prompt in responding to any inquiries and are more than willing to address any concerns we might have. We also utilize their boarding services in addition to daycare, and each time we leave Miley with them, we do so without any worry or anxiety. The confidence we have in Lucky Buddies Pet Sitting is immense, and they truly make your dog feel like part of their family. A special shoutout to Chelsea, whom our Miley absolutely adores! Chelsea has been so helpful in Miley's smooth transition and has formed a beautiful bond with her. Miley gets incredibly excited whenever she sees Chelsea, which speaks volumes about the care and affection she receives. In summary, we highly recommend Lucky Buddies Pet Sitting for both daycare and boarding. Their exceptional service, loving staff, and reliable communication make them stand out. They treat Miley like one of their own, and we couldn't be happier with our experience.
They have been absolutely amazing with our 1.5 year old cat where we had to leave the country for a month to visit our parents. Alex and the team really made her feel comfortable (she is a shy cat). So definitely recommend Lucky Buddies to whoever really wants to be stress free whenever you can’t be around your fur babies for long!
I will readily admit that I am one of those crazy dog moms - my pup is a full member of our family and I am very particular about her experiences. I checked out four different doggie daycares in the area before deciding to try out Lucky Buddies - and Lucky Buddies blew the competition out of the water. As other reviewers have mentioned, Lucky Buddies provides excellent care for pets - the staff are well trained, passionate, and friendly. They really get to know your pet and meet them where they're at. Neko started attending at 4 months old (she's now 13 months old), and the folks at Lucky Buddies have been so patient with her wild puppy and teenage months. They work with me on her training, and they clearly love her for who she is. And Neko loves going to both daycare and overnight boarding! The level of professionalism demonstrated at Lucky Buddies continually amazes me. The staff communicates frequently, and Yesica and Alex are always adding new improvements with the dogs' best interests in mind. I would not trust any other facility with Neko; Lucky Buddies is her home away from home, and I'm so glad we have them in our lives.
am so happy to have found Lucky Buddies! I've owned three dogs over the course of the past 20 years and have boarded them at 4 different locations. This is hands down, BY FAR the absolute best. I realize at first glance it seems expensive, HOWEVER, when you realize the overnight price is for 24 hours and includes the wonderful daycare program, it's very reasonable. The staff are just wonderful and clearly love animals--all are treated the way staff would treat their own pets. Among the many things I appreciate are the regular messages and photos they took during my pet's stay and posted on the portal as well as emailed or texted owners (depending on your preferred communication). The best proof, of course, is how happy my dog was during the stay and when I picked her up. Yes, she was glad to see me but clearly she was not anxious to leave (as has been the case in a different boarding place). Don't even hesitate; this is the place to go. Your pet will love it and love you for taking him/her there. For the first time in a very long time, I don't feel guilty about leaving a pet behind when I travel.
I had to go for an unexpected trip and was in a hurry to find a good overnight daycare for my cat. The staff was very patient with him, and he was even able to warm up to the staff in the short amount of time he stayed with the Lucky Buddy staff. Very grateful for the care and frequent updates the staff provided!
To say Yesica & Juan are doggy whispers is an understatement!! They seriously have been so flexible with my fur babies- Ollie & Sadie. having a place that can take in last minute requests is a plus! I cannot thank them enough for taking in my babies when need be. And of course keeping up with them via Instagram is also a relief! You get to see what the Buddies are all up to throughout the day! It’s always an adventure being posted on their. I cannot leave out all the doggy activities they do (you get to take home & let your doggy be creative) as well as all the themed festivities, a holiday? Believe Lucky Buddies will be celebrating it! Like Valentine’s day, St Patrick’s Day, Christmas, Halloween… etc., they do it all! These guys go above and beyond to ensure every dog gets enough exercise, play time, cuddles, food, treats… the whole nine yards! It’s the best.. i’m forever thankful for their service and love to my babies.
Awesome place with awesome staff! Highly recommend Lucky Buddies. My mind is at peace leaving my dog in their care whether for day care or boarding. The updates/report cards they send are also so nice and appreciated. Safe to say our dog loves this place! Thanks Lucky Buddies!
Roxie has been going to Lucky's Buddies for that past year. Yecenia and Juan are great with her. When I went on vacation to Egypt they even picked Roxie up at my house! I love all the extra touches Yecenia does--including holiday events, periodically sending photos and updates of Roxie during the day. I highly recommend taking your dog to Lucky's Buddies. Laurie Aknin
We began taking our puppy to Lucky Buddies a few months ago and have been so happy with their care! We've done daycare, boarding, grooming, and will soon start some in house visits as well. Our puppy loves playing with the other dogs, and always comes home happily tired and engaged. They are great at updating us, and we love catching glimpses of our pup's day on their social media accounts too! They use the timetopet app which has also been super easy to use and book services, they've also been very responsive to questions. We love Lucky Buddies so far!
Joji loves spending time at Lucky Buddies. I love seeing the videos of him playing and receiving daily reports cards with photos. He used to be a shy puppy, but he has become so social and playful after his stays with his buddies. He also enjoys the neighborhood walks and gets a bath before coming home! We really appreciate the love and attention that Joji receives from Lucky Buddies.
I was looking for day care for my 1 year old pup and was able to find Jackie through google. She was able to take him 5 days a week, full time, which was what me and my boyfriend were looking for. The meet and greet was great. She really wanted to make my pup feel comfortable. As the days went by, my pup was super excited each morning to see Jackie. She keeps us posted with our pup throughout the day and is extremely reliable! Would recommend to anyone trying to board or day care.
We meet Jackie over a year ago at puppy training. We were looking for someone to board our golden retriever puppy for a weekend. Our Lola was well taken care of and had a blast socializing with other dogs. She now goes 3 days a week for doggie daycare. She looks forward to seeing Jackie and her pups. Jackie goes above and beyond to make sure every dog gets the attention they need through out the day 💛
Jackie is amazing. She is very responsive and flexible. I started going to her after looking for a dog sitter that was closer to my home. She is much more than a dog sitter. Her dog training experience and loving nature elevates her services. Recently, I went on a trip far away and Jackie was only able to watch my dog for a portion of the time I was gone. After I was not able to find other options, she offered to take care of him and drop him off at the second boarding place. She also fed him white rice and boiled chicken when his stool was too soft. Even though she does not take dogs with soft stool she cared for mine as if he were her own. Thank you Jackie. I'm only sad that I'm moving soon and won't be able to see you much longer.
Jackie (of Precious Paws) is amazing. We adopted a sweet but stubborn half-grown pup, and Jackie has worked hard to teach our dog some manners. Our dog loves going to see Jackie every day, because she’s given tasks to do, but also treated with love. Jackie has made a world of difference!
I boarded my 10 month old GSD puppy with Jackie for 5 days and I was extremely happy with how well she cared for my dog. I received daily updates and pictures of my pup and that really helped me since it was my first time away from him. Due to snow storms my flight was cancelled and I couldnt make it back in time for the pickup. Jackie went above and beyond to help board my dog for an extra night. I will highly recommend Precious Paws for your Precious Pups.
I just wanted to share how much I love Precious Paws. My original dog sitter canceled on me at the last minute when I was ALREADY out of town and I called Jackie from Precious Paws who came through for me in a big way. Not only did she come pick him up and watched him until I came back in town, but she sent me updates that included pictures and just text messages that just left me know that he is in great hands and from the looks of things he made himself really comfortable on the couch. This is the exact kind care I was looking for. I didn't want to put him in a place where he was going to be another dog in a cage. I wanted him to have fun minus me and my son and that is exactly what I got. I am so happy with the care and will be back there for services again.
Our experience with Precious Paws was amazing. Jackie took care of our dog while we were out of town. It was a peace of mind knowing he was in great hands. We’ll definitely use her services again.
My experience with Precious Paws was amazing!! When I came to pick up my 2 year old lab she was so happy that she didn't want to leave. I'm most definitely going to use jackie (precious paws) in future reference.
Great dog sitter/walker. Never a problem leaving my dog there. 👍👍👍 …
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Allie‘s Doggie Day Camp is nothing beyond amazing! she is so flexible with my schedule and is very prompt with communication. you can tell how much love she pours into each one of her dogs at camp. My pup gets so excited everytime he arrives at the front gate. Allie’s is so clean and organized with plenty of water, mini pools, fans (when hot outside), beds and activities to keep the dogs busy throughout the day.
We were very lucky to find Allie’s Doggie Camp to look after our dog Butter while we’re on vacation. Allie is a delightful lady who genuinely loves dogs and is passionate about her job. Her spacious and well-maintained backyard provides the perfect play area for the dogs, and she keeps us informed with regular updaters via text/email. We just got back from a three week vacation and it was great to receive a video of Butter enjoying a relaxing massage while we were away:). Butter always returns home healthy and happy, clearly having a wonderful time there. Big thanks to Allie for taking great care of our dog and being there to help us whenever we needed it! I highly recommend Allie’s Doggie Camp!
So glad I found Allie's! The facility is gorgeous, kind of a spa for dogs, and very clean. Allie is very professional, very knowledgeable about all things dog and obviously really loves dogs. I trusted her with my Chiweenie, Elliott, for almost 2 weeks while I was away last month and I can happily say I have no regrets about it! I know Elliott got THE BEST care and I know he had a fantastic time with Allie and all the other dogs. I highly recommend Allies Doggie Day Camp.
We love bringing our dogs to Allie! She was nice enough to let our puppy try again with his older sister after failing the first assessment. Now they go every week, and our puppy is comfortable and confident enough to start going alone
My two dogs have been attending Allie's for almost 2 years now. So many places crate the daycare dogs constantly or have tiny spaces to play. Here they have tons of outdoor space, doggy pools, birthday parties, and more. They absolutely love their time there and bye Felicia me at the gate every morning.
Allie's Doggy Day Camp and Boarding is amazing. The first time we boarded our sweet dog there, we got little videos showing him running around playing with other dogs or chasing a ball that was being thrown for him. It helped us miss him a little less. More importantly, the peace of mind that we had knowing our family dog was being so well cared for and that our pup was having fun was so important. Another reviewer mentioned it was more like a doggy retreat or spa, and we fully agree on this.
Allie is the best, took our German Rottie while we were out of town for 2 weeks! He enjoyed his time so much. Not only I think this is a place for your dog to be baby sat, but also a great place to have you dog socialize, play and learn positive tendencies which Allie teaches. This place is truly a PAWmaly 🐾❤️🧑🧑🧒🧒 …
Allie is by far the best doggie daycare and boarding option I've had the fortune to come by. She offers some of the most reasonable prices and is the closest thing to having a family member or close friend watch your dog. Ally offers convenient scheduling, a clean & open backyard and rigorous behavioral screening ensuring safety and peace of mind.
Allie's Doggy Day Camp is an awesome place to leave your furry friend while you're away. I felt very welcomed leaving my 6 month old puppy at her place. Allie is super knowledgeable about dogs and makes sure each dog is a good fit for the daycare. She's also flexible and accommodating, so you can rest assured that your pup will be well taken care of.
Allie and her pack are the true dog whispers. My Beau loves staying overnight with her... tons of fun, play and rest. My heart and mind is always at peace when Beau is with Allie. And the ultimate bonus is the pictures.
My dog Archie loves coming to stay and play at Red Rover! He practically drags me to the door as soon as we get out of the car. I love Red Rover too and have a blast watching him and his pals play on the webcams. It is better then reality television. I strongly recommend giving them a try...your dog will thank you with a shower of wet kisses.
NEVER BOARDING OUR FUR BABY @ REDROVER AGAIN It was first and last time we boarded our baby here. We were very excited to board our 10 months old playful and friendly fur baby at REDROVER thinking that he will be safe and happy. (NOT RELIABLE ) He was very happy when playing with other dogs but it only lasted for 3 out of 5 days(we saw that in LIVE camera). He was not given group play time for 2 full days which was promised. (INJURIES) He was not SAFE from RedRover’s own staff. When we left our puppy we requested the staff to “not spray water on him but if they do please dry him up.” But looks like they did extreme opposite , we saw them spraying water on him (again on LIVE camera) and left him as is i.e. drenched! He got multiple HOT SPOTS behind both his ears and we were never informed until we came in to pick him up even. See the photos attached. REDROVER staff was very chill about our baby’s injuries and took no care of it but Vet confirmed that this was as worst as it can get. We spent generous amount on examinations and medicines for our baby but our pet’s health and safety is more important than anything. We were so disappointed with how our fur baby treated. We hope people first read this post before making their decision of leaving their babies with irresponsible staff of RedRover so that they don’t go though same pain and safety issues.
My baby boy loves going to daycare here. He's always excited to go and always happy when I pick him up. Very caring and attentive staff and a wide variety of dogs to play with.
My Pomeranian Jax has never been the most social with other dogs as he’s just more interested in people, but each time I bring him here for a few day stay he comes home happy and exhausted! The caretakers say he makes new friends every time! They truly love taking care of dogs! I enjoy watching him on the cameras too!
Look after our dog really well for short or long stays. He enjoys his time there and the little customization they do. Priced reasonably to make it financially possible to take him one or two days a week.
I have uses Red Rover Milpitas multiple times in the past year. The facility is very nice, spacious and clean. The have different options for boarding, including baths which is very handy if you drop your pets for long duration. The camera access gives you peace of mind as you can see your loved ones playing with their friends daily.. My dog always goes in happy and comes back safe and healthy. I definitely recommend Red Rover for a safe and healthy stay for your kids.
Jeremy and staff are always amazing! 🤩 They have been so great and accommodating with my little mini beast. She loves to come here and play with all of her friends! I also love that I can look on the camera and see/watch her play in the yard live! 10/10 recommend to anyone and everyone! 💜 Thank you all so much for all that you do! …
This is our go to spot for our dogs when we take week long vacations and when we take weekend trips. They take good care of our pups and our pups love the time they spend at Red Rover. I love the fact that they have a bath option because sometimes when you return home from a trip you don’t want to bathe your dog but it’s necessary.
My 2 year old Husky had the opportunity to be boarded with Red Rover for 9 days while we were visiting family across the country. From what I could tell she had an amazing time, the staff was attentive to her and all her puppy friends. On top of that the ability to check in on her throughout the day on the camera in the play area was great. I will say that she likes to hide around the corner in the blind spot of the play area, but she would pop out for love from the staff who was monitoring the pups, to check out the little pups through the fence or grab water. I additionally loved that she was featured on their instagram page/stories. We will be back for sure!
I took my husky and Petti for grooms both looked great and happy when I picked them up plus I like the fact they have a open space area to play while waiting to get pick up. When I called to book another grooming appt for both my furry babies gentleman said they could only take the petti because my husky was to difficult which is a first for me to hear since he does so well at PetSmart and Lush Spaw never have I ever gotten a complaint for my husky.
My family found Buckie Pups in the fall after many failed attempts to find someone to watch our diabetic elderly dog. I randomly found Buckie Pups through my apartment message boards from someone raving about Natalie. I immediately reached out and was met with one of the kindest, most compassionate humans with a true love for all dogs. She did not hesitate to say she would do whatever our dog needed as long as we did a visit prior (with both our dogs) to be sure they got along with other dogs. We were able to see first hand how Natalie treats her own and our dogs and how incredible of a bond she immediately seemed to make with them both. Since the fall, Natalie has watched them for a long weekend and then for two full weeks while we traveled out of the country for my sisters wedding (which we didn’t think we would be able to attend in order to care for our dog but thanks to Natalie were both able to go) and then a full week in March. I honestly have seen her manage insulin freezing and doing whatever it took to get another while we were gone, upset tummies, and just true care and love for both our dogs. She also sends pictures and provides updates. I can’t even begin to describe how much our dogs love her but the fact that they now get excited for our suitcases to come out instead of freaking out and getting inside them I think says it all. I also think she and her family are just incredible, caring humans. I trust her with both my dogs, even my elderly dog because I know she would do whatever she needs. I never thought I would find anyone that I think truly cares for and loves our dogs like their own family but we did and we are so grateful. It’s truly their home away from home.
Brandy who runs the Pup Yard is an absolutely phenomenal dog sitter. She is very well versed in all types of needs and personalities with dogs. She has multiple fenced in areas to ensure all dogs have a safe place to run, play, and socialize (even for reactive pups). My rescue pup always comes back happy and well taken care of. It is super easy to book with Brandy and she has accommodated me last minute on several occasions. I never fret that my boy will be in good hands because of brandys expertise. I highly recommend her services. Not only is it gratifying to support a local business but it is awesome to have peace of mind that my boy is going to be safe while I’m out of town!
Natalie came and was able to sit one of our dogs last min. Our dog is a very difficult dog that was previously from a shelter and has a hard time adjusting to new environments. We wanted our dog to feel at home and not locked up in a kennel for days. She had lots of fun making new friends!!
Natalie did a great job taking care of our dog. She’s a petite husky and needs lots of playtime and 2 walks, and good space, and she was SO happy at Natalie’s house. When it was too hot, Natalie was careful to put the dogs and pups inside in the AC so they were nice and cool. She has a large backyard and a nice front yard fenced up, so it’s great for the dogs. Natalie was also great at providing up photos and videos regularly while we were away, and the happy pictures of our dog just made us so happy during our trip. I recommend Natalie 100% to anyone who is considering her for pet sitting !
I left my Golden Retriver, Tommy, with Natalie for 1 month while me and my family had to go back to my country and he had a blast! He made a best friend and many pals, had tons of fun, and was treated like family! Buckie’s Pup House is probably the best dog care/boarding place in the entire Bay. Other boarding places would just put your dog in a cage for most of the day and let them out for an hour a day. But Natalie let’s them roam free the entire day! She takes them out on walks, cooks and prepares meals for them, plays with them, gives them toys/accessories, and she treats them like family. She also updated to us on how Tommy is doing and sent many pictures of the blast he had with her and the other dogs. Buckie Pup House is definitely our go to dog care place now and we are so thankful for Natalie and her service and we are astound with how happy Tommy was with her. And all of this fun at an amazing price point! I highly recommend Buckie Pup House and I am sure your little buddy will also have a blast!
My female German Shepherd puppy has made so many friends at Buckie Pup House and loves Natalie. She goes to daycare 2-3 times a week and always comes home tired and happy. Even on a rainy day, she was exhausted! I love how my puppy can free roam, lounge on the couch, and play in the back and front yard when weather permits. Natalie does an excellent job supervising the dogs, communicates promptly, and sends me adorable pictures of my puppy while I am at work. This daycare is so much better than ones at larger facilities because it is a small group of dogs in a clean, comfortable environment. Thank you Natalie!
Yesterday was my big little guys first day at Buckie Pup House. I was nervous because we recently had a bad experience with a locally popular, high rated boarding facility. Buckie Pup House is a kennel free environment that allows dogs of all ages and sizes. This was music to my ears because of our previous situation and because my pup is a 70 pound giant. To get the process started, Natalie allowed us to tour her home before I decided if I wanted to move forward. She was extremely polite, kind and answered all of my questions. On the day of care, she allowed for an early drop off to accommodate my work schedule. This alone was a lifesaver! She reassured me by sending pictures throughout the day and even gave him a bath for a very reasonable rate. Upon pickup, I was so relieved and grateful to see that my pup was a happy boy. She also gave me tips on how to care for his healing injury. I highly recommend Buckie Pup House for your dog care. I hope she has availability the next time I need help. Thank you, Natalie, for all that you do! Hank and I appreciate you! =)
After reading so many horror stories about other dog boarding companies I really took my time and did my research when I was recommended Buckies. Natalie and her family were absolutely amazing. The first step was the meet and great which I really loved because we made sure our pup was a good fit and we wanted an outline on what to expect. Everyone was very attentive and asked questions about our pup that I would not have thought to bring up. I had my 6month old Minidoodle stay at Buckie Pups for three nights and four days and it was by far the best decision I made! Natalie was so attentive and sent tons of pictures. Every time I felt myself anxious about leaving my pup behind during the trip I would receive a text and picture update (its like she read my mind)! The one on one attention and walks my pup got on top of all the updates made it clear Buckie Pup was a great decision. It really felt like I was leaving my pup with family over the weekend which was a great feeling. I will be coming back for sure!
After leaving my fur baby at WAGS hotel and seeing how poorly they manage sooo many dogs at one time I was looking for someone who would care for my dog in a cage less environment. My dog seemed traumatized after his stay at the pet hotel. So when I knew that I was going to be out of town for 12 days I knew I had to find someone that I could trust to care for my doggie in an environment I would feel comfortable leaving him in. Thankfully I found Natalie!!! My dog was having the absolute best time of his life in the care of Natalie and her family! All of the picture updates I got while I was on vacation definitely put me at ease the entire time. My dog made so many doggie friends and I will 100% be bringing my doggie back to Natalie. Anyone who is looking for their dog to be loved and cared for while away on vacation, look no further! I would definitely recommend Natalie’s services to any pet parent in the area!!!
We have a mini Australian Shepherd named Mila and she has been having the most amazing time at Buckie Pup House with Natalie, her husband, children, dogs and chickens. Every time we drop Mila off for daycare or boarding we know we leave her in trusted and experienced hands with the most care. The dogs have a lot of space in the two yards (front and back) to play all day long. And when it's hot, Natalie makes sure they can play inside and still get the exercise they need. She even took Mila on a walk when it had cooled off. Natalie is also amazing when it comes to communication. She sent us pictures and videos when we were away for a weekend and made sure we had all the information we needed. Definitely a 5 star recommendation because of the great care and communication from Natalie. We just love people that are themselves and are transparant in their communication. Thank you again Natalie and see you soon, because Mila just loves to be with you!
Teresa is an incredible dog sitter who truly goes above and beyond. It’s very easy to communicate with her, and she keeps us updated with regular pictures of our dog, which always brings us so much joy and peace of mind. The picture I add to this review is one that she took. Teresa is so kind and caring, and it’s clear how much she loves animals. On top of that, our dog is completely smitten with her son—they have the sweetest bond! We couldn’t ask for a better sitter and feel so lucky to have found her. Highly recommend!
We had to travel abroad for three weeks during the Summer. Through a friend's referral, we found the perfect dog sitter for our Yorkie. Teresa is such a loving and trustworthy person. I'm glad that we left our furry baby with her! ☺️
My pet daughters should be leaving this review. Theresa, wanderson truly provides love and true care so naturally that they cry with joy when they are on their way to petlovers. We certainly recommend you for your trust, care and lots of love.
I remember that my GranPets were still babies when we left them at PetLovers.The most incredible thing is that I am an animal lover and the name attracted me too.Tereza and Wanderson are really animal lovers. We traveled and left my GrandPet Macho and Spotty with them. Sometimes we are away for 2 months and they feel like they are at home, sometimes I take them to visit because they miss the PetLovers owners and playing with their dogs friends. I thank you for loving ours animals. Thank you so much, Tereza & Wanderson.
Tereza and Wenderson were wonderful, they took great care of my Maltipoo (Bali) and sent lots of pictures and updates throughout his stay, HIGHLY recommend this family to watch your pet, Bali loved his stay.
If you're looking to leave on vacation or just need someone to take care of your dog treating them with love and kindness. I highly recommend with great experience and confidence.
Tereza and her husband took care of my dog a couple of times with lots of love and patience. They always send updates and pictures of him (sleep beauty)
The Pet Lovers Family treat our fur babies like their one. I can't thank you guys enough for the way you did take care of my four legs kids.
Tereza and her husband always take great care of our dog Lily. She loves to meet new friends, exercise and get a lot of kisses! :-) Communication is super easy and they always send us updates and pictures! I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone!
We've been using Pet Lovers for several years, and the experience has been consistently exceptional. They are always reliable and personable, creating a welcoming environment where Prissy feels right at home. Our family feels very comfortable leaving Prissy in their care while we are away. Highly recommended for anyone looking for trustworthy pet care.
Hands down the best place for my dog. The staff are so warm and caring, even staff members I haven't met before greet my dog by name and seem to know who he plays with and how his days go. I have a very intense, extremely high energy, easily bored, destructive puppy. In a previous daycare (equally warm staff, but less staff members present and no toys/equipment for playing), my dog would come home tired but his manners would deteriorate after his time there. Sometimes he'd play a little too rough with other dogs and often he would smell bad. I believe this was due to poor supervision (dogs urinating and it not being cleaned promptly, unsupervised play getting too wild and rough). My dog has as good (or better) manners after going to Downtown Dogs and this was evident after his first week there. I work a lot and really appreciate that there is a place to bring my puppy where he gets to play, interact with other dogs and humans, and just be himself and thrive. I also appreciate that all the work I put into his training doesn't go out the window when I leave him at DD. They also offer a lot of a la carte activities, treats, playtime, etc. and sign up for these and regular services is really easy (online, by phone or email, or sign up sheet in lobby). Can't express how grateful I am to have found DD and that they love my dog so much!
Super care givers and handlers. Our dog is happy to go and happy when we pick him up. We love the one on one activities and being able to look in on the streaming video. Go Amber and Jackie, Clipper loves ya, and so do we!
My pup absolutely loves it here! I don't have to worry about him when he's here; I know he's having a good time and, as a bonus, he comes home exhausted. Everyone on staff is super friendly and responsible. They provide honest feedback about your pup, both good and bad. Additionally, they meticulously keep track of everything your pup needs, including food, treats and enrichment activities. They also ensure that my dog doesn’t get overstimulated by giving him enough breaks during the day. Their evaluation process gives me confidence that my pup will get to play with dogs of similar temperament and won't get bullied.
10/10 would recommend this facility! I was incredibly nervous leaving my dog in the care of someone who wasn’t me, but the employees here made me feel comfortable doing so. They are all kind and clearly love dogs. I love that I am able to check in on her through their live webcams, as well as having the option of “pupdates”, where they text you pictures/videos throughout the day. They have so many enrichment options to choose from to add something a little special to your dog’s day, which I always choose! My dog has gone here a few times and each time she is excited to go in and greet the workers/other dogs. I still get nervous leaving her, but knowing that she is genuinely being looked after/cared for makes me feel a little bit better. Definitely check this facility out if you are considering doggie day care!!
Both San jose and Palo Alto locations are great. The staff is friendly and always doing special events for the dogs. I appreciate that your dog will also learn how to play well with other dogs and can practice other skills like obedience and agility.
Downtown Dogs offers great enrichment activities and weekly treats that pet parents can choose from. My boy is never bored when he’s there. The great staff really get to know the dogs and best of all they really like the dogs who are in their care.
we love the staff and facility at DD! Our dog loves it here soooo much. We are never concerned leaving him when we go on trips. We know he is safe and taken care of and the little add ons of activities, treats, play time, and photo shoots make the experience that much better and cuter. 10/10 we love our DD family
This is a gem of a dog care facility. The staff are truly amazing. Their understanding and patience with Bernard’s quirks, like his playful habit of going through legs or his less charming moments of mounting, have been great and they handle correcting behaviors well. Bernie has been a regular for a few years now and absolutely adores his daycare and overnight stays. Whether it’s for a day or a week, I recommend this place!
I’ve been bringing my dog to downtown dogs for 2 years now, and would absolutely recommend them to others! It’s always a good sign when my dog is eager to go through the day care door every day. I love they have an evaluation before allowing any dog into the daycare, they put a cap on the staff to dog ratio, they have a they have 2 hr lunch breaks during the day to feed them and let them relax/digest, they are so accommodating of my pup who has his unique personality quirks, and they are great about giving feedback on my pup’s day each time I ask. Also, the staff is always so friendly and provides great customer service!
We absolutely love this place. From the first time that we brought our 11 week old to a puppy social here, we knew we had found an awesome group of people that we could trust. They are usually booked for daycare 3 days out and extended overnight boarding needs a month or more notice. We've been coming here for a year and a half now and every Thursday Artemis gets super excited and bounces off the garage door hoping to get to go for the day. The webcams are clutch and let parents watch how much fun our furbabies are having without us! This week we went through another puppysitting agency and we thought we were going to be ok being out of town for a week. Boy were we wrong. Even though we had introduced Artemis to the sitter beforehand and they seemed to get along, the sitter just couldn't get Artemis to trust her. It took a neighbor and their pup coming over to get her to feel safe enough to be leashed. Fast forward to a repeat of the situation the next day at the sitter's place. We were out of town and there was absolutely nothing we could do. Artemis was stressed and didn't feel safe, so was the sitter! Downtown Dogs really came through for us. Even though they were already fully booked, they listened to our situation and agreed that they were the safest place for Artemis to be, so they took her in! I am soooo glad that we had been bringing her here for soo long! Artemis is in a happy place where she knows and loves everyone and she gets to play with her pupfriends.
I have used the team at Dirty Paws several times now. They always do a great job looking after my 3 cats, providing excellent communication and bring very well organized with how they complete all the requested tasks (feed cats, empty litter boxes, search for and clean up “accidents”). My cats are very shy, but have warmed up to the pet sitters they employ. Happy customer - will continue working with them for many years to come
At first we were hesitant has we've never left our Siberian husky alone or with someone else.. she's 15 months old and has some separation anxiety but Kenya and her team came through for us! They showed up at the designated times that we requested played with our dog fed her, played fetch, and let her go potty as our Luna loves to play fetch. Thank you Kenya and thank you for sending Stephanie Luna just loved her and Stephanie was fantastic with her.. will definitely be using them from now on
I've used the services of Dirty Paws Pet Sitting & Dog Walking several times now and I recommend them wholeheartedly. Kenya, the owner, made an in-home visit before any services were provided, which put me at ease. My cat is very shy, but Kenya and Madi and Kara have taken amazing care of him. They visit twice daily while I’m out of town for work, and I always receive pictures and updates after their visits. The convenience of the Time to Pet app is fantastic—it makes booking, messaging, and paying invoices for Dirty Paws a breeze. Their pricing is clear for each service and reasonable for this area. If you're looking for reliable and caring pet sitters, look no further than Dirty Paws!
We’ve worked with Kenya and the team at Dirty Paws for 9 or 10 years, and have always been extremely satisfied with their service. They are caring, have excellent communication, and extremely reliable. I would highly recommend them to anyone seeking pet sitting.
Kenya and the Dirty Paws team are great! We can leave town with peace of mind knowing that our pets will be cared for by responsible, experienced animal lovers who send us delightful pics. One of our cats requires meds and Kenya always makes sure that she is clear on exactly how and when to give them. She's also a great communicator, and gets back to me quickly via text or phone. As with any high-quality service, it's important to request dates well ahead of time as her services are in high demand. I recommend Kenya and her team without hesitation.
I’ve been a Dirty Paws customer for over 3 years and I am obsessed with Kenya and my dogs love her so much. I have used all her services: dog walking, in-home overnight pet sitting and transportation. Dog walking (5/5): My dogs were walked by a wonderful woman employed by Kenya name Elizabeth. You can tell Kenya makes sure to hire people who love dogs and treat them as if they were theirs. On days when Elizabeth could not walk the dogs Kenya would happily step in. Kenya is very flexible and is happy to accommodate last minute walks (if she has the capacity). After each walk your are sent a photograph of your puppies. 😊 In-home overnight pet sitting (5/5): When staying over in your home the sitter is there to keep your dog company while you’re away. They get a night walk, fed dinner and then a morning walking and breakfast. Transportation (5/5): Kenya runs this service herself and it’s amazing since I do not drive. She takes my dogs to the groomers every few weeks. Kenya also takes my dogs to the vet for their quick vaccination shots since vets were not allowing you to go inside but rather needed to collect the dogs from a parked car. I am so happy to have met someone like Kenya as she is so kind and really loves your animals and truly loves what she does. I highly recommend trusting your pets with her care.
AMAZING Service. You will not be disappointed. Their team goes above and beyond with their care for your pet. I can trust that my cat will be in good hands when I am far away from home. I appreciate their report and photos after each visit. They will give the proper attention and care that your pet needs. I highly recommend booking your pet sitting services with them!
Kenya and team at Dirty Paws Pet Sitting will go above and beyond to take care of your pets as if they are family. I have used several different pet sitting services in the past, and none of them compare to Dirty Paws. The communication and care is top notch. I was never worried about my dogs and knew that they were getting excellent attention and love while I was out of town.
I have been a customer of Dirty Paws pet service for over a year now. The owner , Kenya, is professional,dependable,caring and responsible. She or one of her team comes to my home when I schedule one of the services. They play with my dogs, send me a message and pictures after each visit. My dogs love Kenya and all the members of her team! Dirty Paws has an app that makes scheduling, payment and communication very easy. She offers many different services for your pets and is dependable and caring!
Kenya took care of our 2 cats for a weekend recently. She followed the instructions we left to a T. We are grateful to have a found a reliable pet sitting service with Dirty Paws!
Our Siberian Husky always stays there and we even recommend it for other friends dog owners because he always come super happy from there, very excited! Different from other places we have boarded him! SUPER SATISFIED with this place
A Pet Villa has helped me out so much! As a transplant who’s moved across the country and moved frequently, I need a place I can trust to keep my cat and know she’ll be well taken care of while I’m away. They always offer great services, provide an update, and are so kind & compassionate. Knowing that your fur baby is well taken care of is something that every pet parent deserves. Definitely recommend!
I've been bringing my Australian Shephard here to A Pet Villa for quite a few years. They've been amazing, and he loves coming here. They're competitively priced, and very flexible when it comes to delays in being able to pick him up when I've had to travel and results in flight delays and cancelations. Being able to bring him here and know he's taken care of, and seeing his excitement when we arrive is more than assurance that they love him here and he loves seeing them and his fellow dog friends. Thank you so much for always being there to take care of my Riley!
A Pet Villa makes our pup happy. They are easy to reach, convenient to the airport, flexible, and provide details about his days. We always use this boarding service!
I recently had the pleasure of boarding my beloved Pitbull Sammie, at A Pet Villa and I couldn't be happier with the experience. From the moment I walked in, I was impressed by the clean, welcoming environment and the friendly, professional staff. The facility itself is top-notch—spacious play areas, comfortable sleeping accommodations, and a secure environment made me feel confident that Sammie was in great hands. Sammie came home happy, healthy, and even a little sad to leave his new friends behind! The attention to detail, the personalized care, and the genuine affection the team showed for the dogs made all the difference. If you’re looking for a reliable, and caring place, A Pet Villa is the perfect choice. Highly recommended!
We LOVE a pet villa!! Our dog has been going here since she was 4 months old, including boarding. She always has so much fun and we love seeing her pics on their instagram! They also do a great job trimming her nails.
I have a Belgian Malinois who is very high energy and at first, very anxious dog but if given the chance, can warm up and be very loving. A Pet Villa Staff gave my dog the opportunity and were patient with him. Now he loves going there every time. Prices are reasonable as well.
We love taking Stewie here. They always take care of him whether he’s going there for grooming or when we need to board him. I definitely recommend that you take your fur babies here.
I brought in Archer for a meet and greet and immediately he loved the team. I was so happy they had the patience and took the time to build his confidence with the other dogs. When I came to pick him up, he was so excited and happy. He did not want to leave without saying bye to the team members at pick up. His report card was super helpful too! After Jackie told me about the packages, I made sure to make the purchase. When not visiting his grandparents, he will be hanging out with his buddies at Pet Villa :)
We have used A Pet Villa many times over the years and have been perfectly happy with our dogs' stays. No issues to report. Booking has always been easy and reliable. Definitely recommend!
A fantastic experience. The pool was impeccably clean, which is always a top priority for me. Trainer was incredibly patient, guiding my dog through their first time in the water. They made sure my dog had a positive experience without becoming too exhausted. Overall, I highly recommend this class for anyone looking to introduce their dog to swimming in a safe and supportive environment. The most important thing is - my pups really had fun!
Our 1.5-year-old German Shepherd, Claire, has been attending training classes at Urban Dog House once a week and boards there whenever we are out of town. Our experience with them has been nothing short of transformative. When we first adopted Claire from a shelter, she had a challenging past—raised mostly in a crate with minimal human or canine interaction, and a survivor of a car accident. She was anxious, unsettled, and lacked basic manners. However, from our very first private training and assessment with Dexter, the owner of Urban Dog House, we noticed a change. He provided invaluable initial tips and integrated us into their Level One Obedience Course. The course covers all fundamentals and basics, crucial for Claire’s development. One of the highlights of boarding at Urban Dog House is the personalized care Claire receives. We always look forward to receiving her report cards, which include pictures, videos, and detailed updates on her progress. It’s comforting to know that we can also plan extra sessions with obedience and agility trainers during her stay, ensuring continuous and comprehensive training. Additionally, the option to have her bathed and her nails clipped before pickup is a wonderful convenience that adds to the seamless experience. A special shoutout goes to Steve, the agility trainer who also taught Claire how to settle and decompress at home. His impact on her ability to relax and feel at ease, especially after her past confinement, has been remarkable. Claire adores him, and his training methods have greatly contributed to her improved behavior at home. We've even signed her up for swim lessons this summer at their on-site dog pool, excited for her to enjoy another fun activity under their care. The community at Urban Dog House is fantastic; fellow dog parents are passionate and supportive, creating a nurturing environment for learning and growth. The structured training has not only helped Claire but also us as pet owners to understand and manage her needs better. The ability to observe advanced classes was a bonus, giving us insights into future training opportunities. Boarding at Urban Dog House is a worry-free experience for us. Knowing that their team upholds our training methods during Claire's stay gives us immense peace of mind. After a recent two-week boarding during our Europe trip, Claire returned even more well-behaved. We were particularly impressed with her improved ability to settle down and relax at her designated “place,” something she struggled with immensely due to her past crate confinement. Urban Dog House has played a pivotal role in transforming Claire from a skittish, anxious dog into a confident, well-mannered companion. We could not have asked for a better partner in our journey of pet parenthood. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enhance their dog's behavior and welfare.
Urban Dog House is a great training school and I highly recommend them. Both Dexter and Steve truly care about the dog's being compliant, happy in their compliance, with fewer and ultimately no corrections. This philosophy is reinforced in all their training regardless of who you work with or whether you do private, public, or pack walks. You get the sense the trainers really care about your dog and they care about teaching you so BOTH parties are happy and successful. Some highlights: -They offer so many opportunities to train your dog (group classes, private classes, swimming, agility, pack walks....) I have done group classes (currently level 2), private lessons, and have participated in a pack walk. I appreciate the real life settings to put into practice what has been learned in group classes. Additionally, the private lessons I have done with Steve have been very effective and really encouraging. - Dexter and Steve are willing to work with different training tools (flat collar, martingale collar, prong collar, e-collar...). I really value this. They don't force a "type" on you. They also care about the tools being used correctly and that your dog is not being over corrected. I see consistently that they care about your dog and want to make sure communication from the handler to the dog is clear, appropriate, and effective. I think this is super important and I think Dexter and Steve do a great job with this. -They welcome all family members to participate in classes or pack walks (or whatever). It is important for family members/handlers to hear the same message and have the opportunity to practice and ask questions. Not all training facilities allow this and I am thankful Urban Dog House not only allows it, but encourages it. My daughter has done most of the classes with me and therefore the training at home has been more effective. Some notes: -Classes/pack walks etc... tend to run over the allotted time. You can always leave when you need to, but I just plan cushion in my schedule. -The trainers talk a lot (something I notice about most dog trainers :-) and sometimes I wish we practiced more, but what they share is valuable. Bottom line - I am learning, my dog is learning, and our relationship has significantly improved because of the training we have received at Urban Dog House. Give them a try - I believe you will be glad you did :-)
We have a difficult German shepherd. Urban dog house is the only place which consistently has been able to handle our dog that really thrives at this place. All employees are very friendly, helpful and cheerful. I warmly recommend Urban Dog House.
We heard about this place and decided to give it a try. We put our dog through obedience training. Prior to enrolling my dog, he lunges at people and other dogs, to the point where my wife and I don’t look forward to taking Milo in walks anymore. Fast forward to today, we are currently 1 week away from finishing our level 1 class (out of 5 sessions) but I can honestly say that I have seen a HUGE improvement on my dog. The training is not for the dog, but they train you to train your dog. I love being in class for two reasons; socialization for my dog and it’s affordable. Dexter (owner and trainer) is a very hands on with the people he works with. Special shout out to Steve and Juan as well!! If you’re looking to train your dog and ready to do the work, I recommend to give this place a shot!
I did a private lesson with my dog and Dexter was hands on and open and passionate about his training methods. I learned that mostly the dog owner is the one that needs to be trained to manage his loyal pet dog. I will be returning for more training.
This is so much fun!! Steve is super patient and nice, he slowly introduced our dog to the pool and our dog learnt how to swim so fast!! Highly recommended.
We just visited this place today. The staff were very attentive to details. There were no forced sales pitches. It looked like dogs were comfortable in their pans and having access to walk areas nearby was definitely comforting to see.
We've taken our dogs for training and recently tried the pool and swimming. All great! It was our dogs first time swimming. They were nervous but did ok. We'll be back to give it another try. Great way to exercise and tire out our hound dog!
We've had nothing but great experiences here! Both Dexter and Steve are amazing trainers who really take the time to understand your dog and their behaviors and give great feedback in the moment. We love their pack walks too! It's nice to train your dog in a real environment.
Danielle is super professional and took great care of my four cats for two weeks! Everyday she sent me an update about my babies wellbeing and pics, she answered all my messages really fast. I used to leave my cats at pet hotels when we travelled, but my cats loved staying in the house, it was less stressful for all of us. I saved her contact for future trips, because it was really comforting to know she was here to take good care of my cats.
I have been using Danielle’s services for many years and trust my pets are in good hands with her! I have a senior dog and a cat with diabetes and she is able to give them all of their medication without any issues! She is reliable and knows how to care for animals in a professional and caring way. She also has great advice and recommendations so I can better care for my animals when asked. Her services are exceptional and she goes above and beyond for each animal. She developed a deep connection with each of my animals so I feel most comfortable leaving them in her care. It puts me and my pets at ease knowing she is caring for then when I am away or in need!
My two Chihuahuas have stayed with Danielle a few times now and I've always felt they were in the best hands! Twyla has some resource guarding tendencies which Danielle is skilled in handling. And my old man Wilson has kidney disease which gives him poor appetite but he always eats for Danielle. I would absolutely recommend!!
Four Paws is great. They are very caring and professional. Our dog had an emergency surgery and was on medications. We needed someone with experience and also knowledgeable about after care surgery since we couldn’t cancel an important trip. A very difficult situation for us and even though our dog was stable and was already 7 days since the surgery we were worried. We found Four Paws on line. We met with Danielle and Bianca and Immediately felt confident leaving our doggie with them. Danielle kept us informed about our dog’s progress and the medications intake. Danielle made especial arrangements the first few days to accommodated our dog’s needs and to make her feel comfortable and safe!. We will forever be grateful with them for helping us during that emergency situation. After that event we had left our dog a couple of times with Danielle and Bianca and each time it has been a great experience , our doggie is happy and We finally go on trips with a peace of mind !!!
I am so grateful to have found Danielle a little over a year ago! My 9 year old Pomeranian, Wally, has many medical conditions and Danielle is the only person I trust to leave him with. He has a thyroid issues, collapsing trachea, allergies and had a recent knee surgery. I needed someone with medical experience above a day to day walker who would be able to check in on him and make sure he was ok when at work (and let me know!). After knee surgery he still wanted to get out and about and Danielle walked him around the neighborhood in his stroller - he loved it! I've also used Danielle for overnights and Wally had a blast. He can be difficult with taking medications and picky with food and Danielle handled it with ease (and got him to eat!!!!!). I can truly relax on vacation knowing he's safe and taken care of. Recently Danielle has offered doggy daycare and these are some of Wally's most fun days. He always comes home happy and tired!!! I can honestly say Wally is a happier and healthier dog because of Danielle - I highly recommend her services!
Danielle has been a fantastic pet sitter! She is always responsive and has gone the extra mile to take great care of our cat while we’re away, spending quality time with her and administering medications whenever needed. She sends us photos with each visit so we know that our cat is doing well. I highly recommend Danielle to anyone, especially those whose pets have health conditions and need extra care. Thank you, 4 Paws!
We had Danielle at 4 Paws watch our dog while we were on vacation. He is very nervous with new people and we were worried about leaving him with just anyone. I knew as soon as we dropped him off that we made the right choice to leave him with Dani. We received photos while we were away updating us on his status and could see that he was having a great time with her and the other pets in her care. By the time we got back he was so comfortable with them I know I’ll be using them again in the future. Five stars all the way!! I’d recommend them to anyone needing care for special needs animals or just for a doggie play date. We enjoyed our vacation so much more knowing our baby was safe and happy.
Danielle has taken care of our dogs and cat a number of times and has been very responsive and professional in every situation. Our animals are always excited to see her, which shows she has positive relationships with them. She meticulously follows our pets’ dietary regimens and I highly recommend her. Rest assured your expectations will be met or exceeded.
We are so happy to have found 4Paws Pro Care in Santa Clara! Our mini doodle has stayed with 4Paws (Danielle Mores) for extended stays while we had to be away (and a couple of times for daycare). You couldn’t ask for a better experience or better care. Our pup is so comfortable with them that when we arrive she runs in like she is home! We really appreciate their focus on security and chemistry with the other dogs. It is a positive, enriching environment:) Danielle keeps us updated regularly while we are away. And it is a comfort that Danielle has a background as a registered veterinary technician. She has also been flexible when we have had schedule changes. 4Paws is our pup’s home away from home :):)
Danielle has been a great and reliable sitter for our 3 cats! She has looked after our cats many times. She is the first person we contact to drop in with our cats when we need to go out of town. We would definitely recommend Danielle to care for your pets!