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Our review is written by Steven (house owner, host + my father) + also by Kim (the daughter). Written by Kim: This was our first house sit since the passing of my mother in late Dec 2023. I was helping my father Steven (whose profile it is) manage all the emails + try + find a great house sitter + came along Gretchen’s profile! Not only is she a cool cat + someone you might want to get to know, I found myself quickly talking to her. I shortly found out her profile is just a glimpse of how interesting she is but talking to her was so much better! She is a world traveler with many experiences + stories to share. We quickly became conversationalists who could talk forever + probably will continue to do so! Thank you TH! She is easy to communicate with + continued the consistent communication all along our journey of having her as our *first* guest after my mom’s passing. It was clearly a time filled with anxiety + sensitivity so there were some sensitive topics to go over + Gretchen got it right away. A few of our rooms in the house were off-limits (as they housed my mom’s things) but we reassured her the house has ample space for her to enjoy + there are many lovely outdoor spaces to boot! When she arrived she felt she was in paradise + really relished in the outdoor beauty + the indoor coziness. We were happy to share it with someone who appreciated it so much! She also was very understanding with the fact that both my dad + I would both be involved as we both handled different parts of the stay. Me, writing + setting up the Welcome Guide + would go over the situation but then upon her arrival my dad would take over + answer any questions mostly during her sit. The good part of having 2 people is she had accessibility to us both, in the case she needed it + sometimes it came up! She juggled all the communication oh so well. My mom usually handled most of the logistics so this being our first time we were nervous something would come up we might not know but it didn’t! It was new territory for us + we wanted to make sure she had everything. Gretchen handled it all with such ease, seamlessly, really respecting our wishes/desires + taking all the information into her hands + making it seem easy on her end to do so. She was easy to coordinate schedules with! There was a gap in her 1st + 2nd sit but everything went seamlessly even when my flight had a day long delay. She was able to coordinate schedules with me arriving in between, then leaving, my dad arriving different days + us extending the trip too. It all worked out! We were all a good team! She absolutely loved our older cat, Benny + he fast + furiously fell in love with her oh so easily. When I saw him, he looked oh so loved + after saying hi to me went over to ‘her’ bed + slept there waiting for her to come back. She sent many pictures, videos + even cute creations + toys she made for our Benny + it was obvious the house + our Benny were her first priority. She even asked us if she could help prune our flowers/shrubs, something my mom used to do + honestly it was an honor to hear her ask that. She was welcome to set up her art studio + play away. She was very communicative when our house cleaner, landscape gardener + house manager showered up for different reasons. When I arrived back for a short stint before she came back the 2nd time our mail was so well organized it was an assembly line! She also offered to take down our xmas tree (as we were a bit behind in taking down our xmas decorations) + she was sensitive to the fact that we were adjusting to a new normal. Thank you so much Gretchen! You made our first sit in a long time so seamless + such a relief that we are ready now to host again. We only wish we could have more Gretchen’s! (She’s also a super talented artist!) Written by Steven: Overall, Gretchen has been an absolute treasure. She has fulfilled our goals for a house sitter perfectly - she took good care of the house, great care of our treasured pet, Mr. Benny + took care of the grounds such as watering a few plants + trees. She excelled in all the above + is welcome back anytime I will be out of town in the future.
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 🐈⬛❤️
Amber is as good a sitter as you will find anywhere! She treated our cats with such love and care, as if they were her own. She left our house in perfect tiptop tidy shape, and made sure to wash all the towels and linens before she left. She even cleaned out our coffee maker and took up our weekly trash without us even mentioning it! Amber is super kind and personable and we welcome her back to sit for us anytime! If you are looking for a sitter, you should definitely accept her application!
Kathy and Ron arrived at our home with a most fantastical toy for our cats and a giant apple pie. Need I say more? They are very experienced sitters and brought personal items that they prefer. We knew we were leaving out cats in good hands. A large part of their 'job' was hand watering our garden and Ron took that in stride. Everything is thriving. Our cats are usually distant with new people but we received photos of them keeping Kathy and Ron company in various situations which was reassuring. They clearly won our cats over. Although Ron and Kathy had a ferry to catch on their last day, they took time to wash their linens and hang them on the clothesline. They also left us a gorgeous plant for our garden. We would very much like to have them back for a longer sit if possible.
Angel was absolutely the best house sitter we could have hoped for. She is a very warm, open and diligent person and our two cats adored her. She looked after our house and garden with really conscientious care. She won over our very timid cat, Billie, and sent regular photos of both cats looking supremely content which gave us perfect peace of mind. The house was completely spotless on our return and the garden was fabulous... no mean feat since there was a heatwave while we were away and she kept everything watered and in great condition. We would have Angel back at the drop of a hat and cannot recommend her highly enough.
Oh wow! Everyone should be so lucky to have Nicholas and Veerle watch their house and pets. These lovely people are pros! They communicated early and often, were super accommodating to some last minute changes (it was originally going to be only our cats to watch but we decided to keep the dog home as well so that added to the schedule and care needs) and they left the house spotless and all set up for another sitter who came in after them. We didn’t get the chance to meet because my departure and arrival times but I dearly hope I get to in the future because they were just great! I even heard how nice they were from My neighbors who say them out walking our dog. :-) They also sent regular pictures of the pets which look like pro-photography! Cannot recommend this couple enough! Your pets and house will be in good hands!
Tracy was an ideal pet sitter when we left for 12 days. She was communicative, friendly, and most importantly took perfect care of our two cats and our house. I would highly recommend her for any sit!
Ann Marie was an excellent house sitter who went above and beyond. She flew in a day early and stayed at a local hotel so we she could meet my cat and get the keys before my early flight the next morning. When I returned, she and Tryke were best friends and the house was immaculate. She even washed the sheets and towels, and remade the bed. I strongly recommend Ann Marie for any future sits!
My husband and I reached out to Toby & Chloe after reading their profile and impressive reviews only a week before our trip, since our scheduled sitter had to cancel at the last moment. They were very friendly and quick to respond to chat from the very beginning, and ended up exceeding our expectations during their two week stay. It was evident they had thoroughly read our Welcome Guide beforehand, as they arrived knowledgeable and prepared to care for our home and pets. They were very willing and happy to take the necessary time with us to walk through the house and meet our cats, as we got them acclimated with our daily routines and answered any questions. Shortly after we left, our city had a heat wave come through, and after immediately notifying us, Toby went beyond the call of duty and inspected our struggling AC unit to pinpoint the issue. As far as cat care is concerned, we have two seniors (who have more sensitive tummies) that can get irritated after a fur ball or swallowing anything out of the ordinary. When this occurred, Toby & Chloe stepped in and took wonderful care of our cat duo; softening their food and even cradling while hand-feeding them for extra comfort. We truly could not have asked for more affectionate and responsible sitters. We returned to a spotlessly clean home, happy cats, and well maintained plants and pool. (They even cleaned our dusty Kitchen pendant lighting, which requires a steady hand and is definitely a time-commitment …We felt like professional housecleaners had been there!) On our way back, Toby & Chloe stayed in communication with us to monitor our arrival time, allowing them to care for our cats until just before we got home. Overall, they are very reliable and trustworthy sitters whose genuine goal is to provide a top-quality sit, while maintaining your household and seamlessly transitioning to your pets daily schedule.
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 .
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, $31/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!
Julie has dog sat for our fur babies for 10 plus years! I could not imagine leaving them with anyone but loving kindness pet care! We travel as much as three weeks to a month at a time and our dogs have always acclimated to and from staying with her beautifully! For our pups, it’s as if they’re going away to camp. They see us packing them up and they get so excited to be going over to Julie’s! You won’t find a more loving and caring person to care for your pets.
We were scared to leave our doodle pup for the first time, but Julie did an amazing job! Pups stay in her HOME... which is immaculate and odor free. We received regular updates and photos, and he had a blast playing with her doggie. We will absolutely use her again!
There is no equal in the valley. Personal touch, reliable, and provides peace of mind when we are away.
The best place to take your fur babies too. Will definitely choose this place every time.
Great care with Julie, she is great with our baby, he looks forward to his visits! 👍🐾 …
This person is NOT a customer of mine! Does not live in Murrieta/Temecula area. I complained to google and they said they could not do anything to rid this false review. They suggested I pay them $500 dollar to contact my other REAL costumers they would have have them review 5 ⭐️And that would dismiss the untrue review from the stranger. I am truly Sorry for those of you who look at this and think this reflects the true overview of Lovingkindness Pet Care. Please Go to my Facebook page or Instagram—Lovingkindness pet care 🙋🏻💕🐾 ( I would never ask or have a company bother my clients for reviews) Hope you will check my other social media sources the all my pictures here ... because a picture says a thousand words😍Thank you! Lovingkindness Pet Care! Julie
I brought my dog in for doggy day care and I’m so happy I did! My dog had a wonderful time, he was enjoying running around all day with his new friends. Jackie made sure he was comfortable with the other dogs before I left and sent me pictures of how he was doing. JT Pet Care is a very nice place that was clean and the animals are well cared for. I will definitely be bringing my dog back here!
I needed a really good daycare business for my Setter. My boy is young and full of energy and therefore needs LOTS of space to run. I am happy leaving him with this business because after only 3 visits he already knows when we turn into Jackie’s driveway. He is ready to go before I can turn off the ignition! Jackie pairs dogs well with group energy appropriate for your companion. The property is well maintained, safe and clean. The prices are more than fair and appropriate for daycare and boarding.
We wanted to go camping for a few nights and needed to have someone watch our two chihuahuas. Our dogs have always been by our side and my wife was very reluctant to leave them anywhere. We decided to go with JC Pet Care after reading there reviews and dropping by to see the location and meet Jackie. You get to fill out a profile page about your pet, so Jackie gets to know about your pets routines and habits. Also, you can bring your pets bedding, food, and snacks that they are accustomed to eating. On our trip my wife texted Jackie to see how the dogs were doing and she responded immediately and sent some pictures of our dogs, very cool. When we went to pick up the dogs after our trip they seemed not to recognize us for a second. I believe they were enjoying themselves and did not want to go home. They looked well feed and very happy. We would definitely recommend this facility to friends and family.
First time boarding our dogs and they did great here. They sent pictures and our dogs were always happy. This is a lovely place to bring your "children". JC has a great setup, lots of space to roam, and she genuinely cares about each dog. We will definitely be going back.
Jackie did a wonderful job taking care of our cats for us!! Her property is like Heaven, beautiful and peaceful. Our cats had their own cat house with air conditioning!! I would recommend JC Petcare to anyone looking for peace of mind for the care of their pets!!
We love JC Pet Care for our pups AND our pups love spending time here!! It is truly the best place for day care and boarding when we have to be away from our pups for work or social event. When our pups are going to be enjoying a day care day or spending the night at “Jackie’s Ranch” as we affectionately call it, our pups get SO excited. We never have to worry about our two young labs when they are at JC Pet Care because we know they are being loved and cared for and enjoying so much fun!! Since our first visit, we have felt so blessed to have found such a wonderful place!! 💜🐶🐶💜 It is like a pet care/pet boarding dream come true for pet parents. Thank you Jackie!! We love and appreciate all your hard work and dedication to our pups. You are golden!! 🌟
This place is the best. It is obvious they really love dogs. I don’t know how they keep the place so clean. Our dog is not easy on any level. He does not acknowledge he is a dog. He basically just ignores all the other dogs. He just wants to be with his people. They just accept him as he is, in all his whiteness. We are so grateful to JC Petcare. We have used them for overnights and for over three weeks. No worries; we know he is in good hands.
Jackie took great care of our pup (Rollo). Her home was pet friendly, welcoming, and safe. She was quick to respond to our questions and made us feel comfortable. I would recommend her services to a friend. Thanks JC Pet Care!
My dog and I love this place! Huge property on 5 acres with many different play areas. Jackie keeps the place very clean and is so wonderful with the dogs. She is also a veterinary technician, so I know if anything does happen my dog is in great hands. I would highly recommend the place to all friends and family.
Awesome place where dogs can be dogs! Lots of room to run around outside, water to play in and treated like family in the home. Jackie is awesome with dogs and my two girls felt right at home immediately--running around exploring with happy dog smiles. The girls spent 2.5 days with Jackie and were in great spirits when I picked them up. Will definitely take them back when I travel on business. Thank you so much!!
Can't say enough about Carla and the care my dog got. She sent me videos of my dog playing with the others each day. Never once did I worry about my pup, but instead knew she was having a great, great time and being attentively watched over.
Our dog really liked this place. It's in their home so they don't allow too many dogs at a time. Like most of the places you have to interview first but we had no problem. The staff was fantastic. We would most definitely go back and definitely recommend it.
Loving people who offer a spotlessly clean large home, have a warm hearth to curl up by when it’s cold, large open spaces indoors and out, huge gardens and run around room and security gates.
Perfect place to leave our dog for the day. He was safe and enjoyed being around the other dogs. Nice people also.
Karla is the most amazing person. Took good care of my dog. Thank you very much Karla god bless you.
Amazing
Melinda is amazing! She puts me at ease by sending pictures and letting me know how my dogs are doing several times a day. She goes above and beyond any other pet sitter I’ve had. She takes great care of my dogs and they love her! Look no further than Stay and Play Pet Sitting!
My husband and I needed someone to watch our kittens (ages 6-7 mo) for a few days of our wedding festivities and our honeymoon. I stay at home every day with the girls, which are Siamese mixed with torbie (a very human-dependent breed), so getting human attention for them is critical. We had Kat stay with them for most of the time and Melinda watch kitties on one occasion. Kat is absolutely incredible with the girls. Our little runt (two pounds smaller than sister and very uncoordinated) has even become more confident and stable on her feet due to Kat’s attention. She also let Kat pet her, something that she only allows with time/trust. Our more human-reliant kitten also appreciate her attention/focus and we came back to a house completely unscathed - telling me the girls felt they didn’t need to destroy anything for attention. We will definitely be using Kat’s services for any future needs. She’s incredible, took in our trash and mail. Told us we had ant issues and helped avoid further infestation. Offered to water plants. Our babies and our home were in good hands with her.
I have 2 Goldens. Melinda and her staff have been taking care of them for 2 years now. My girls love the care and attention that they get when I can't be there. They really enjoy their walks and playtime. I buy treats from the business that Melinda represents as well and my girls never turn them down!
I was looking for a dog sitter that offered wedding services and I am so happy I found this business! Melinda took such great care of my dogs Sasha & Bruce! She was great at communicating and she knew exactly how to deal with my hyper dogs. Thank you again for your help!
I would highly recommend Stay & Play Pet Sitting. Beverly did an excellent job with our 2 cats, Bella and Luna. I receive a text message when she arrived, photos of the girls while she was there, and when she was leaving she sent me a summary. I appreciate the professionalism and the care she gave to our girls while we were on vacation.
Melinda took care of my 2 cats, Boris & Otis about a month ago. My cats really liked her a lot. I was able to go out of town with confidence that they were well taken care of. Melinda was referred to me by a friend & now I am referring others to her. She’s very professional & loves all animals. I highly recommend her.
Wonderful Experience with Stay and Play Pet Sitting! Kat was amazing with our two cats. She would give us daily reports filled with lots of pictures of each playing or eating or just being. She even gained the trust of our extremely shy cat in only a day. I would highly recommend this service. Great peace of mind!
Melinda is amazing. She takes exceptional care of our 2 dogs and our cat. She sends frequents updates with pictures. We use Melinda for overnights and have peace of mind when we travel.
I have used Melinda and her team for over two years while I am out of town, and I couldn't be more satisfied with the consistent care provided to my four indoor cats. From our initial meeting, it was clear that Melinda is a professional who takes her job seriously and her detail with her notes and instructions is top notch. Melinda is extremely punctual. I have a diabetic cat who needs insulin every 12 hours, so punctuality is extremely important when it comes to his medicine. I can always trust Melinda and her team to be on time to administer my cat’s insulin. Melinda’s compassion and love for animals was evident in how quickly all of our cats warmed up to her, a feat considering their usually shy nature. Melinda and her team not only make sure our cats are well-fed and their litter boxes clean but also spend quality time playing and cuddling, ensuring the cats feel cared for. The daily updates with photos and videos are a thoughtful touch that always put my mind at ease. What impressed me most was Melinda's knowledge about cat behavior and her proactive approach in managing their slight anxiety, making sure all the cats felt comfortable and secure. The house is always spotless upon my return, with all four cats looking happy and healthy. In summary, Melinda’s reliable, compassionate, and skilled care continuously exceeds my expectations. I highly recommend Melinda and Stay & Play Pet Sitting to any pet parent in need of a trustworthy sitter. The cats and I look forward to having Melinda and her team over again!
We got married in October in Temecula and chose Melinda to help with our dog Lucas during our wedding. I can not express how amazing and helpful she was! Being an out of town bride, I was a little stressed and nervous on who to reach out to for pet services (especially since this was our first pet sitting experience) so when I did my search I was instantly impressed by all of her positive reviews. We had a couple of phone calls beforehand and she sent us some of her client reviews which made us feel confident we were choosing the right person! We set up a meeting when we got to town so she could meet Lucas beforehand. She was super organized and detailed in getting the information she needed about him, and although things were a little hectic around us, she made sure she took her time. She even asked what kind of attire she should wear during our wedding, which was really nice of her! Lucas warmed up to her in no time! We ended up booking Melinda last minute during our rehearsal day so Lucas could get more familiar with her before the wedding. She had various clients that day but was able to still fit us in to watch him for an hour or so, we definitely appreciated that!😊 The day of the wedding was smooth sailing! She helped guide our dog during our wedding photos and ceremony and later took him to pet sit him the remainder of the night. She made sure to send us progress photos and videos of him as well. My husband and I are so happy we chose her! She truly went ABOVE & BEYOND and Lucas really took a liking to her so who can ask for more! 😉She even mailed us a little gift after our wedding which was incredibly sweet! I highly recommend her to anyone considering pet services!!
FURRY FAMILY CARE is an awesome dog walking / dog care service I My two high energy four year old Australian Shepards ‘jump for joy’ when Tracy arrives at my home to take them for an hour walk. If I go away from home for a night or two , Tracy and Chris are available to schedule an overnight for Apache and Cheyenne which can include a visit to a professional groomer , two dog walks and provide accommodations for sleeping at their Oceanside home. They custom the dog activities upon the owner request. I found Furry Family Care on Goggle a couple months ago; Tracy and Chris provide me a much needed dog walking service. Most weeks they walk the dogs three times a week. Many days Tracy comes alone and walks both dogs. She likes to play ball with them and engage them in stimulating activities. Tracy and Chris are extremely warm hearted friendly, dependable and congenial.
My two dogs absolutely love going here! They’re always so excited to see everyone and it puts me at ease knowing my pups are in such a caring, loving environment while I’m away. They will send pictures and texts throughout the day, and I also know that I can reach out at anytime for any other updates. They’re so understanding and are more than willing to work with your budget and I’m so beyond grateful and thankful that I found Furry FAMILY CARE.
She was able to take my 70lb American bulldog that has anxiety and a dog aggression for 2 weeks with no issues. I was sent pictures most every day while she was on walks. My roommate picked her up and said she was happy, healthy and indifferent about returning home with him. That’s always the sign of a good sitter.
For over 10 years Furry Family Care has been caring for pets. Their home or yours, with the love and care you have for your furry family. Reasonable, affordable rates, they make it work for everyone.
They're great, they're reasonable, reliable and they'll love your kitties and doggies just like their own
My 3 dogs have been staying here for the past several years when I go out of town. We love it.
Great Oak Kennels deserves an A++!!! Naomi and Rob are both very kind and willing to work with just about any accommodations. The facility is VERY clean. It was designed and built to be a kennel. Each animal gets its own (or you can combine) 8x8 kennel with 4ft walls. They both take the animals out 4 times a day. I can't tell you the comfort knowing that our pups were being well taken care of. Naomi even sent photos of the pups while we were away. They allowed us to bring anything we wanted like toys and pillows. SUPER accommodating. We could not have asked for better care. Thank you Naomi and Rob. We WILL see you again.
Outstanding place to bring your fur babies.. Rob and his team makes you feel very secured to leave your babies behind Highly recommended .. very clean and nice mini resort for the doggies Love love Great Oaks Kennel
Great place for small doggies I will always chose this place because they take care of my doggie while I take care of myself
DISGRACEFUL Just called to get prices for daycare and after I told the owner it was a pitbull he said "I don't do pitbulls I'D RATHER HAVE THEM SHOT" I told him I'll make sure to put this in the reviews
They are officially closed! I called today, the owner was very friendly but unfortunately for us, he has retired. 😊 …
My dogs love hanging around with owner
Clean facility and friendly people.
An absolute pleasure to leave our fur babies with. Very Professional and Respectful and truly reliable. We received text messages and pictures of our babies every day to show how they were doing and adjusting. They were even bathe when we picked them up after a week 👍🏾. I would highly recommend this pet sitting service, as we plan to use them again when we go on vacation. Thank you for your A++++ service!
Inês is the Best !! We went on a long weekend Out and we couldn’t be more pleased with her. She took great care of our fur babies and we loved the daily reports with pictures. We’re so thankful and we recommend Ines to everyone.
Ines is the absolute BEST! She is extremely professional and thorough. After the meet and greet I knew our animals were going to be in great hands. We were gone for 2 weeks, and every day we received pictures and videos of her caring/playing with all our fur babies. She goes above and beyond when she takes care of your pets. I highly recommend Ines if you're looking for someone to care for your furry family members. I honestly wouldn't trust anyone else but her.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank Ines Miller for taking care of my 17 year old cat named Lilly... This is my second time having Ines come to my home to take care of my sweet baby. I never had to worry or be concerned as she always sent me photo's and text me twice a day on her visits. She is reliable and loving which shows in her process of taking care of you pet. I will always use her pet care service and recommend anyone looking to leave you family pet when going away on vacation or just going for a overnight stay. Thank you. Mark Thomas
Ines is the best Petsitter I’ve used over the years. She is very responsive, reliable and took photos and videos of my bird which made me feel at ease leaving a young bird in her care. The cage was spotless and the outside plants were watered. Ines went above and beyond to provide excellent pet care. I highly recommend Ines and will definitely be booking her services whenever I travel. A job well done!!!!
Great service! Ines came to my house and cared for my 4 dogs. She feeds them, cleans up after them, gives meds, and plays with them. Every time she comes to the house she texts an update and sends pics! I didn’t have to worry at all about my babies!
She was awesome. My fur babies and my home were well taken care of while I was out of town. I received photos and video everyday putting my mind at ease. I highly recommend Menifee Pet Sitting and will definitely use again.
What, oh what can I say about her pet sitting business!!! She is an absolutely lovely woman. I never, ever fear leaving my dog with Inez. Mick goes nuts when the car turns off the Main Street and heads into her neighborhood!!! I can’t control him on his leash.....he just loves Inez, her 🏡 and her other pets she takes care of!!!! I am not sure how she does it all. Mick (our Maltese) would surely rather live with her!!! She also takes care of pets in their own homes daily when their owners are at work. Really not sure how she feeds, walks, plays with all these pets. I can NOT recommend Inez high enough. I will just let my dog, Mick, give the recommendation!!!🦮🐶🦴🦴💕💕
From the day we meet Ines, both my husband & I knew she was a perfect fit to watch our Booboo kitty while we were out of town. Ines sent us messages of how kitty was doing along with pictures. We will definitely be using her services next time we go out of town and need a sitter for our little guy.
Inez looked after our 2 kitties for 6 days. She sent updates with pictures every day. Highly recommend her.
My husband and I recently went on a vacation, leaving our 2-year-old Labrador retriever behind for the first time. Finding the right boarding facility was crucial, as we wanted to ensure our fur baby would receive the care, love, and attention she’s accustomed to. After extensive research, we chose Briarcliff Pet Resort & Chateau Briarcliff, and it turned out to be the best decision we could have made. From the start, the Facility Manger, Juliet, made a lasting impression with her warmth and patience. She addressed all my questions thoroughly and made me feel completely at ease. By the end of our conversation, I felt like we had known each other for years. Our visit to the facility confirmed our choice. Juliet and Dave, the Training Director / Doggy Day Supervisor, were welcoming and professional, and the facility itself was spacious, clean, and well-maintained. They went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable, and their care for our fur baby was evident. Throughout our trip, Juliet and Dave kept us updated with photos and videos of our dog, which was incredibly comforting and meant the world to us. The staff at Briarcliff is outstanding—kind, attentive, and responsive. In addition, their website is user-friendly and offers a range of convenient online services. We were so pleased with how well our fur baby was cared for that we’re already planning our next trip and will definitely board her at Chateau Briarcliff again. We highly recommend Briarcliff Pet Resort & Chateau Briarcliff to anyone looking for a reliable and loving boarding facility. Thank you, Juliet, Dave, and the entire Briarcliff team for providing such exceptional care to our fur baby and making our first experience away from her so positive!
Best handling class in So CA. Great training facility with knowledgeable accomplished dog savvy instruction. Showed trained my last pup here, debuted him and finished him in three weekends. In the summer I take my dogs here to swim and keep them in condition. My dogs love this place and the wonderful people who work here.
Briarcliff Pet Resort is by far the best boarding option in all of the Inland Empire. I have brought my dogs here for many years now and have nothing but good things to say about this incredible pet resort (it really is a pet resort). One thing that stands out is how clean their facility is. The manager there Juliet, one of the kindest people you'll ever meet, maintains high standards for keeping the resort clean, safe and orderly. Dave who does the training there is also a true professional at his craft. I did his training program with my super high-energy GSD and he taught me control and training techniques that were an absolute game changer. If you're looking for a top-notch, quality boarding and training pet resort, this is your place.
I took My dog to Briarcliff About 3years ago for the first time . He had a great time I was very happy with their services everybody there said they loved my dog. A year after that I took them again and same experience . I am a Disabled Proud Marine And my dog is a Marine Corps dog and has been a godsend to me. Nobody told me anything different. Now I call up and make a reservation and I get a call back from the manager Juliet and she tells me that the last time I brought my dog about 2 years ago she said that my dog was growling at certain attendants and not being cooperative. I never heard anything about this when I took my dog 2 years ago .Nobody said anything. What this lets me know is that they don't have the right people working there and I am glad that Juliet called me and let me know because I do not want to take my dog somewhere that they do not know how to handle dogs . My dog would not hurt a fly and I have had him for 4 years and he has never growled at anybody or anything. Anyway This Proud Marine definitely would not refer Briarcliff to anybody anymore because I obviously have no confidence in their services and I appreciate them Letting me know.
My dogs have always enjoyed their stays at Briarcliff Pet Resort. I found their updated booking system easy to use and appreciate the prompt response whenever I need to reach out for information. The dogs have always returned home in really good conditions and the photos I receive while they’re there are an added bonus. I would definitely recommend this facility to those looking to board their dogs in the Menifee area.
I’ve had my fair share of positive moments here, but unfortunately, the establishment has undergone significant changes. I began bringing my pet here around five years ago. It wasn’t my top choice, but its proximity to my home and reasonable pricing made it a convenient option. However, over time, it seemed as though they were actively trying to deter business. There are obvious staff shortages here, which seem to be confirmed by their, inconvenient operating hours and odd closure days. Could this be why they’ve implemented policies that appear to be designed to discourage customers? For example, many places allow pet owners to administer their own vaccines. I’ve been giving my pet the Bordetella vaccine for years, even documenting it with photos of the labels and bottles. Yet, they insisted that I couldn’t board there if I was handling my own vaccinations. Once things started to normalize post-COVID, I decided to have the vet give the bordetella vaccine. I attempted to schedule boarding for an upcoming vacation, only to be told I was calling too early and couldn’t book outside of a 60-day window. This was incredibly frustrating, as kennels in our area fill up quickly. After planning an expensive international trip, I really wanted the peace of mind of knowing my dog had a place to board. I marked my calendar to call back within the specified time frame. However, months later, when I finally made the call, I was informed that the owner no longer accepts Italian mastiffs at the kennel. I can’t say I was surprised, considering I hadn’t been able to get my dog in for the past few years. Sadly, this often happens when businesses have an abundance of customers… they no longer feel the need to provide real value. It’s disheartening that we were treated this way and then simply discarded. A more sensible management decision might have been to stop accepting NEW Italian mastiffs. Considering the breed’s average lifespan is only about eight years, and they’ve already been accommodating us for five, we could have continued for the next three before being turned away. Now, I will never support this business again, even when I get a different breed.
We boarded our two dogs with Briarcliff this last weekend and they were absolutely wonderful! Very professional and very caring! They took very excellent care of our fur babies! It was our first trip away from them in years and they made us feel very comfortable about the care they received while we were gone. We highly recommend them. The staff member who greeted us when we dropped off and picked up was phenomenal. So glad we found a place like Briarcliff to care for our fur babies when we are in need of a place to board. I can't say enough positive things about our experience.
Fantastic boarding & training facility!!! My dog received the best care & had the best time. I will always bring my dogs here.
My dog loves coming to Briarcliff. The staff are so friendly and always are welcoming to my dog. I am very happy to have found Briarcliff! Will keep coming back for years to come! Love the portal and the photos/videos from pet n plays. 💞 …
I have been bringing my dog here for several months we go a few times a week and Rari absolutely loves it!! She gets so excited as soon as we pull into the long driveway that she does her little happy dance tail wag excited barks all the way to the door. She gets excited when she sees Brittany or Dave never sad when she is dropped off just excited to play with friends. We also took Dave's beginner class completed that then took the advanced/intermediate class. We both learned so much. Very happy with staff here.
This place is the very best, I have a golden retriever, we started a year ago with 2 days a week, we now go 5 days. I could not ask for a better place for my dog Honey. Everyone is so positive and uplifting. Honey starts barking when I turn in the driveway. Everyone from the Manager Bree to the staff in front desk and the staff in the back, are all so wonderful Kristin, Amber, Magic Gab, Rory, Sorry can't remember all the names. They all are great, and you can tell they all like their jobs. I thank you for being so wonderful. And for loving and caring for Honey. You're the BEST
This place looks nothing like what is advertised on the corporate website. It is small, dirty, smells terrible, and lacks a lot of the things that made it appealing in the first place. I included two photos of what the facility looks like. Every time I have picked him up he was covered in mud and smelled like feces and urine. He smelled so bad I was gagging in the car on the way home. I wish there were more windows and larger play areas with more interesting stuff in the rooms. I also wish there were more designated potty areas in the rooms to keep the space more hygienic. The lack of natural light made me feel so sad for them. The dogs walk around all day like prisoners and all have to share food and water, which has made my dogs breath smell horrible after just a few visits. I was extremely disappointed in the quality of both the physical place and some of the staff members. There has been multiple times where I have checked in on my dog through the cameras and have seen the staff members grab well behaved dogs by the collar or scruff and drag them into crates or away from themselves. My dog was practically traumatized after the first visit and was "smiling" with bared teeth and peed out of fear when they were taking him back the second time. My dog has started flinching and getting scared when I go to pet his face now. He is the sweetest little dog on earth with absolutely no behavioral problems so I'm not sure what would have prompted a negative reaction from the staff. With how much we all pay for their services, I would hope that money would go toward better staff training, an upgraded facility, or even a complete facility move to better ensure the happiness of both the dogs and the staff. The staff seem to be very stressed at times and I believe a bigger and improved facility would put both them and the dogs at ease. The most professional and caring member of staff is amber/ember, sorry I don't quite remember her name, but she is what the other members of staff should strive to be. She is passionate, caring, and very kind to pets and their parents. She seems to really care about the dogs happiness, which is very unfortunate in this kind of environment.
This place requires all dogs over 7 months to be spayed or neutered! A female should not be spayed until at least one month after her first heat. This is a very bad policy. It is very unhealthy to spay a female before going into heat and then wait until her hormones are back to normal. Then, you can safely spay. A male can be neutered earlier although best to wait until at least a year. As a vet, I would never use this place with this policy. Obviously, they are a franchise and only in it for the money and not the health of a dog.
Our Apollo goes twice a week and has the best time! The staff is great and he comes home happy! I highly recommend Dogtopia!
My Shepard mix Chocolatte loves it here, she's been going to this place since 12/2021.She always has a great stay. The staff is super friendly and very caring to my furbaby. Everytime I see my furbaby on the webcam she is always running and playing with her doggy friends. I really love how the staff goes above and beyond to do little arts and craft cards with my puppy's paws🐾 for the holidays. It's so thoughtful and i really appreciate it. I'm happy that my Chocolatte is well taken care of. Thanks Dogtopia in Temecula, you guys are awesome 😊
I love being my dog here! The staff always has a friendly smile and they treat my family and my free friend like we are welcomed there. My dog is always very excited to arrive and she always seems to be in a uplifted mood when she leaves. They allow you to view their activities via webcam except when there's nap time and they provide excellent food at an additional cost. They also take photos for holidays and celebrate wellness days for the pets. I was especially delighted when my puppy came home one day with a painting that she made. This place is very creative and makes me feel like my puppy is entertained and also gets interaction with other dogs in a friendly and healthy way. Thank you very much dogtopia I could not be more delighted to have my puppy here at least two times a week. Thank you thank you thank you.
Our new puppy had his meet & greet at Dogtopia yesterday! After the meet & greet, he stayed for a full day of doggy daycare. He must have played hard because as soon as he got in the car to come home, he was asleep! Dogtopia is wonderful, the staff is fantastic, and we will definitely be coming back!
I had left a negative review recently about how they approved drop off appointments when the lobby was closed. Since then, the staff has addressed the issue in a kind manner. Really great customer service! As for the facility, it really is the best in town. The dogs get so much play time, and they have tons of events and specials going on!
The staff is very friendly and caring. I enjoy the fact that they talk to you about how your dog did.
I’ve been taking my rescue there for a few months now and can’t say enough about Dogtopia. The staff are AMAZING!! They love and treat your pups like they are there own. I have taken my rescue to a similar business and was not happy with the amount of dogs allowed at one time. Dogtopia controls the environment and understands which personalities work with certain dogs. I just rescued another pup and now both are LOVING Dogtopia! Highly recommend!