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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Kendra was a great cat sitter to Genepi and she truly is a cat whisperer. Genepi usually takes 4 days to make friends with a new person but she came out and made friends with Kendra Day 1! Kendra regularly sent wonderful videos and pics of Genepi purring happily. The apartment was neat when we returned and our garden was blossoming. Would absolutely ask Kendra to sit again and highly recommend her. Thanks Kendra!!
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!
Becca was fantastic - we cannot say enough about how great she is as a pet and house sitter and as a human being! Becca committed to the sit 8 months in advance and was great with her responsiveness in communication during the long lead up to the sit. She arrived early and got the low downs on the animals and house stuff prior to us leaving. She woke up crazy early to help us get to the airport and picked us up when we returned, which made the traveling so much easier on our end. She left the house spot-less (and this is no exaggeration), with the linens cleaned, and a wonderful meal waiting for us upon our return. She is an absolute gem of a person with a great sense of humor and a kind and compassionate nature, and she really enjoys the animals in her care. Our dog and cat were very well cared for and totally at ease upon our return. If you are lucky enough to have Becca sit for you, you will be very pleased at how well she does the job!
Quinn was an amazing sitter for my cat Moon! She regularly checked in with updates on moon while we were away on a two week vacation, and seemed to give her plenty of attention, play with her, etc. Communication was easy and she left our apartment spotless after departing. Highly recommend her as a pet sitter!
Daniel and Vasylyna were incredible house sitters and we would welcome them back to sit for us again any time they are available! They were fantastic communicators, making sure to work out details far in advance and they sent frequent picture updates of our animals which made us so happy while we were away. When the power went out in the neighborhood while they were here leading to a technology issue with our alarm system, they handled everything well. Upon our return, the house was clean, the garden was thriving and well cared for, and our dog and cat were clearly very loved while we were away - in fact our dog was sooooo sad to see them leave! I had the pleasure of getting to know them a bit before I left, and they are such a kind, adventurous, and great couple. I would highly recommend having Daniel and Vasylyna take care of your house, plants, and animals!
Catherine was wonderful! She took care of my cat and house while I was out of town and left and Jack the Cat very and calm and the house in perfect shape which I so appreciate. I could return home and attend to other things rather than cleaning house. I would recommend her as a sitter to anyone. She was easy to communicate with, provided updates and pics of Jack, willing to jump in and assist me as I left or returned. She has a sweet and warm personality and enjoys what she does with house sitting. Thank you Catherine!
Nathalie and John were great! They were great house sitters to watch our two dogs, 2 geckos, our old cat and bull frog. Their two girls took good care of the animals as well. The house was exactly how we left it. We really appreciated their help!
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!
Cat and Paul were wonderful sitters - our cats were contented and calm when we returned. And the house was spotless. Plus Paul mowed our entire yard including the back meadow - what a surprise! We very much enjoyed visiting with them as well and getting to know them. Highly recommend :)
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!
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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!
My Sophie stays there whenever I need "back-up" care and it is just like she is home or with her Grandma!! The care she receives is "homespun" and she loves it!! It is a relief to not have to worry especially for extended stays which is usually the case for me. I know she is in perfect hands and what I really appreciate is the communication pictures that are sent to let me visually see that all is well and happy. I have recommended Courtney to several friends because everyone knows how I feel about my "Baby" and if I had any concerns or worry.....she would not have gone back again and again and again!!! Oh....and did I mention how flexible Courtney is with arrival and pick-up.....YES, that's great too :-)!! Definitely would HIGHLY recommend ....Fido's Fun Place!
Fido's Fun Place is my dogs home away from home. My fur babies have a great time while I am away. They get to play with other dogs and get a lot of love. Courtney evaluates each dog's temperament before letting them play together. She is an expert on dog behavior and I always know my pups are safe. My dogs have been staying with Courtney for over 5 years, she is reliable, flexible and caring. Argus and Hazel can't wait for their next stay!
Finding Fido’s Fun Place was such a wonderful stroke of luck and I think will even be a bit life changing! We’ve been reluctant to travel ever since moving to Louisa in 2020 because of our dogs and not having reliable care if we want to go somewhere. Thank heavens we stumbled upon Courtney and her amazing place. Our three dogs are a slowing down lady hound dog pushing 13, a 100lb occasionally anxious 9 year old shep mix and a super intense 2 year old purebred shepherd who wasn’t socialized the best due to the pandemic. They are overly attached to us and also set in routine, and also I am a career animal professional (vet tech) of many years who is well aware (can vouch from the inside!) that all kennels/caretakers are most certainly NOT the same- so for these reasons I was worried and kind of resigned to us not really being able to travel. You just never really know if someone/a staff is going to have the experience and patience and kindness to treat your dogs how you’d like. We were already put at ease by our initial communications with Courtney…plus the website, the glowing reviews…her friendliness but also serious professionalism as far as information gathering and answering any questions we had. But then arriving to drop off put me completely at ease. We were away for 3 days. The pick up/drop off process was quick and easy and we got a link to a photo album of our dogs with their playgroup in a huge green field under blue skies, which was great! It seriously made our trip better to see photos of them having fun with new friends and doing just fine without us. This will be SO beneficial for our young shepherd, to have some playgroup experience from time to time and learn how to relate with others, all under the eye of someone who knows GSDs as Courtney does. All three came home completely exhausted and happy and without that usual kennel smell. The place itself is just lovely and a pleasant drive to get to. Courtney is also super pleasant and nice to talk to. All in all, we couldn’t be more glad to have found Fido’s Fun Place and are so relieved to know we have trusted care for these bozos and that we can let go and have more freedom in the future. Peace of mind about care and plus your dogs most certainly having more fun/learning opportunities than you yourself can give them- what more could you ask for?
Our mini poodles LOVE going here! They always come home sleepy and thirsty from all the running around and playing they get to do with Courtney. She treats them like they are her own dogs and I never have to worry about them when they are in her care. Whether it's for a long weekend or a full week of vacation, I can leave the pups here and know they are safe, happy, and loved. So glad we found Fido's Fun Place!!
Fido's Fun Place is the best, and I can't imagine taking Flynn anywhere else. We've boarded him at Courtney's for over 4 years-always a great experience. The dogs have a huge fenced-in back yard to play in several times a day, and a comfortable "dog wing" designed just for them. Best of all is Courtney's knowledge and experience-we can leave Flynn there knowing that he will be happy, healthy and safe. Super convenient hours, very reasonable rates, great communication, plus pictures of your pup while you are away. It doesn't get any better than this!
We had a great experience with our dog for a 2 week stay. Courtney sent us pictures every few days, and our dog seemed happy playing and hanging out with 1-8 other dogs. It seemed like a fun all-day dog park. Our dog is small (Cairn) and has had issues with large dogs, but the pictures showed him playing with large and small dogs with his tail wagging. I would highly recommend this place for boarding your dog. He even came home with a fresh bath. Courtney is very good with dogs and she was very responsive by WhatsApp with notes and our questions. We will definitely go back!
We've been taking our dogs to Courtney for years now. We've even moved recently and still make the almost hour drive to bring our pup here when we go away for the weekends. When your dog comes to Fido's Fun Place you know they are going to be having a blast running through big open fields (but safely fenced!) with other dogs that are of the same temperment. Especially if you have a high energy dog like we do (GSP) it's really important that they are run and not kept in a kennel all day, and we know by bringing her here she is able to run free and have a blast. (And we get proof with regular pictures uploaded for us!) When we pull in to Courtney's place for drop off, our girl knows where she is and gets extra excited and at pick up she comes home super tired and happy every time. We call it fun camp, because we feel like our dog really does love it that much. The other thing is that Courtney really does know dogs, and once you're in she will treat you like family in giving you helpful advice on how to be the best pet parent you can be. When we lost one of our dogs to an accident unexpectedly and were trying to find breeders for a new puppy, she was so helpful in pointing us in the right direction, keeping us aware of red flags, and finding a healthy loving dog to bring home to our family. We will never take our dogs anywhere else. Thank you Courtney!
Our 3 year old lab loves going to Courtney's and I love that she can burn off so much energy while we are away! Courtney's huge property is great for large dogs and their inside space is kept tidy and secure. I'm grateful for the flexible drop off and pick up times, very reasonable rates, and continuous communication during my dog's stay. I am so glad we have found a reliable, friendly, clean, and fun place to call upon when our dog needs a place to stay!
We have been boarding our two dogs with Courtney for the last three years. Our puppy, June, has been with Courtney since she was 6 months old and my husband and I have always appreciated her compassion and patience in handling a high-energy redbone! Both of our dogs always come home tired, happy and looking adorable after a full grooming. The dogs always jump out of the car happy to see her and it makes travelling and leaving them behind so much easier. I'd recommend Courtney to anyone who wants their dogs to run and play all day under the watch of a professional and loving trainer.
We have been using Fido's Fun Place for our family pup for over a year now. From long stays that range over a week to just 48 hours, Courtney is accommodating to all schedules. She us very flexible with drop off and pick up times (especially when you run into traffic on the way home from the beach 🙃). Your furry friend is treated like family, you receive photos of them during their stay, and the staff is very loving. I highly recommend using Fido's Fun Place for all your doggie babysitting needs!!
My wife and I began using Premier at the beginning of this year. Their service has been incredible. Corgi Bob and his kitty brother Mallow have been in the most excellent of hands. Premier and its employees have always been on time and each visit comes with photos, an email about their adventures and a report about what was taken care of. Martha has been an angel when it comes to helping me fix my scheduling mistakes. I cannot rave about this company or its employees enough!!
I have used Premiere Petsitting and Dog Walking RVA 5 times and have been extremely happy with the service they provide. I always feel at ease and have “peace of mind” knowing that my 14 year old antisocial cat is well taken care of by several different pet sitters. I am always updated every day when they arrive and leave with notes as to what has been done for her and her wellbeing. I would highly recommend this company to everyone needing a reliable, good pet sitter.
Have been using Premier Pets for years and have nothing but great things to say about them. On one visit, my cat was sick and the sitter, in communication with me (in Mexico) and the the Owner, Martha Geiger, took my cat to the emergency vet after hours. Everything turned out fine.
Premiere was a great help to me with my dog EV. Their Time to Pet app is a way to keep track of visits and get a nice summary of your pet's behavior. You also get some lovely photos. The staff was always communicative and kind. I would absolutely use them again.
Martha and her team are the best! They provide such great service and peace of mind when we travel. Their communication is excellent. We love all of the pictures they send of our kitties. We've used other pet services in the past and Premiere Petsitting really goes the extra mile. I know our fur babies are in great hands while we are away! One less worry. Thank you! Would highly recommend.
We were nervous about leaving our two cats for 8 days. They are very attached to us and haven't been around other people very much. Martha, the professional and compassionate owner of Premiere Petsitting, assigned cat-lover Kerensa as our main sitter. As soon as she came for the meet and greet, our worries dissipated. She was friendly and warm - we knew our kitties would be in good hands. She, along with another lovely sitter, Lillian, sent us twice daily updates with photos. It was such a relief not to worry how our kitties were doing - the reports we received put our minds at ease during our trip. Martha utilizes a mobile app for her business that makes it easy to check on your schedule, messages, and invoices. I would not hesitate to recommend Premiere Petsitting to anyone. We will definitely use Martha and her excellent team again in the future!
This was the first time I've used a pet sitting service & I was a little concerned about how my cat would handle someone else taking care of him. I needn't have worried! Katie took such great care of our fur baby that I think he was somewhat disappointed upon our return!..lol. I especially appreciated the report & pics after every visit. Many thanks to Martha who was able to accommodate my last minute request & enabled us to really relax and enjoy our vacation. Highly recommend!
Our family has been using Premiere Petsitting for years. Their portal makes scheduling and communication a breeze, and the reports from the sitters, with lots of photos, are always informative and friendly. They clearly care about the animals they are taking care of.
Martha and her entire team are just truly top-notched, particularly for very busy people and families. They care for our dogs so well and have an app that makes scheduling and updates easy, 24/7. Would recommend to anyone!
We hired Martha and Premiere Petsitting to watch our cats while we were on a 26 day vacation. Before we left Martha came over and took notes on all the details about care and feeding of our cats and how to gain entry to our house. We received daily email updates from Premiere including photos. In addition, they watered our plants and collected the mail. We were extremely pleased and will hire them again next month. I highly recommend them.
I have taken my dog twice but I will not go back. I looked past the smell of the lobby because the price was fair, the early drop off is convenient, and I thought they did a good job of grooming. It is difficult to reach them however. Everytime I call, I would get their voicemail. On top of that, the staff (specifically the man that works there) is incredibly rude. Such poor customer service that the couple positive benefits they offer is not worth it.
This was my first time taking Ollie (my 7 year old dog) to get groomed and I loved the whole experience! From speaking with the people who work there to the end result of me picking him up with his haircut looking PERFECT 🥰 I snapped the picture at home with the cute Halloween bandana scarf they gave him 😍 and he seemed to enjoy himself there as well! I will 100% be going back. Well worth not having to do it all myself 😅
My dog Chief who is 8 and a half has been going to Paws Inn since he was was a puppy. They take very good care of him and he loves going there. He has seizures and they have no problem medicating him and meeting his needs. He was able to receive prompt treatment from his vet once for a UTI because they noticed blood in his urine! When I call to get him in (even with short notice)they are always accommodating!
I took my 1 year old Great Pyrenees in to get shaved down after i accidentally let her get too matted for me to be able to manage at home (I was not aware of the double coat in this breed and we’ve only had her about 6 months…lesson learned!) They were able to shave her down and clean her up so now we’ve got a fresh start for me to be able to keep up with regular brushing. She feels better and looks better too (although she looks like a different dog without her big fluffy coat!). Very happy with the grooming services we received and will definitely return for regular bathing in the future! Thank you!! 😍
I'd give zero stars if it let me. We just picked up our dog from a 3 night stay and she has actual feces on her and the smell is, obviously, awful. No, no, no!
My pup loves staying at Paws Inn and they take great care of her. I find their prices to be in line for the service they are providing. The grooming service is also great for my small pup, she always smell so good when I pick her up.
Both of my dogs love this place. Our older dog had not been so happy at other boarding places and he usually was not able to socialize with other dogs. We were always told that he plays too rough. We communicated our concerns to Paws Inn and they knew which dogs to place our older dog with and he comes home exhausted and happy. At Paws Inn both of my dogs sprint to get back with the other dogs. I feel like Paws Inn truly cares about each dog.
We've been taking our dog Bella here for a while and just adopted a new companion Reza for her. We use their doggie daycare typically once a week or boarding when we leave town. No issues and our dogs always have a great time: A+
I have been taking my dog to paws inn for pretty much the entire life of my dog 1996?1997?. Whenever i need a last minute kennel, Debbie always tries to accommodate us. sometimes yes, sometimes no. My dog has never had a problem there and in the end, that is all that matters to me. She comes home all happy and gets really excited when she senses the kennel inside the car. Sadly my dog passed in 2014. But they were a great part of her life. Thank you paws inn.
Completely satisfied with Bailey's care at Paws Inn. The staff is friendly and helpful, and their boarding system is well-organized and customer-friendly. The facilities are very clean and always welcoming with seasonal decorations. Although their lobby hours are more limited than other boarding facilities, they offer a flexible early drop off option.
This place is awesome! Just got back from a 8 day vacation and my pup (Ace) is sooo happy!! I called almost everyday to check on him and they gave all kinds of details on how he was doing. Even called me when he had an episode with head tremors. Thank you so much Furr Kingdom. Also shout out to Madison, I think that’s her name. She was very nice and pleasant to speak to each time. Highly recommend!
My dog Stevie has only been a part of Furr Kingdom for a few months but she absolutely loves being there 3 times a week! She is always excited to get there and is properly worn out when she leaves daycare! (photos of the sleepy girl provided 🥺)She gets so excited when we turn off of the interstate and she realizes where we are going in the morning. I have also used their boarding services and had 0 issues. Their pricing for an indoor/outdoor facility is more than fair, and the ability to save on boarding by rolling daycare into it is amazing! Also, everyone I have interacted with here on a regular basis has been nothing but helpful and kind. Stevie will definitely miss the friends she has made when we move!!
Furr Kingdom is the best. It's such a joy and comfort to know my fur baby is treated with lots of love. They are so accommodating to my work schedule, which it makes me stress free about what to do with Zoe. Zoe really enjoys going there to play with her puppy friends and seeing her favorite staff. The staff is amazing, always welcoming me with a smile and willing to answer any questions I have. It's such a beautiful feeling to know that Zoe will be safe and treated with love when I go to work or out of town. Definitely would recommend this place.
Located just outside of Short Pump Town Center, Furr Kingdom is a spacious, wonderfully accommodating, pet resort that is in my opinion, the standard for pet boarding and pet daycare of the highest quality. The incredible facility was only matched by Furr Kingdom's friendly and knowledgeable staff and caring owners, who clearly had a passion for taking care of the dogs under their watch. During my visits, I was impressed by the cleanliness and attention paid to each individual dog's needs. The main play area was large and well-maintained providing ample space for dogs to exercise and play. The staff also ensured the dogs were walked regularly and were checked on throughout the day. They even have home cooked dog food! The attentiveness to dogs' needs truly sets Furr Kingdom apart from other pet kennels. I highly recommend this pet resort to anyone in need of a safe and comfortable place for your pets to stay like royalty.
I’ve been taking my Sheepadoodle to Furr Kingdom for almost 3 years now. I could write a great review about how much I love the staff and how remarkable I find it that they seem to always hire the most friendly people to work with them, and all of that would be true. But, this is a place where my dog goes to hang out at least a couple days a week and any time I need to board her for overnight/extended stay visits, so this review should really be about what my dog thinks. All I can say is this — my dog LOVES coming to Furr Kingdom. When we pull into the parking lot and she jumps out of the car, she runs to the door, tail wagging. When I pick her up at the end of daycare, she’ll happily come home, but if I stay too long to chat with staff, she’ll happily start trying to go back to the daycare area. The staff is knowledgeable and caring and incredibly friendly. I know my pup is always in good hands when I leave her there, because my dog lets me know she’s always happy and ready and excited to go back. We love Furr Kingdom. I always recommend them to anyone that asks.
I love this place! I've been going to Furr Kingdom for awhile now, and I can tell you that this is the place you want to take your pets. The staff is great! They walk the dogs regularly and let them play and run around. You can tell that they really enjoy working with animals. The owners are amazing! I always ask Stanley to tell me something about different dog breeds and he always surprises me with how much he knows about dogs. You can see how much Kindle cares for the little ones. She even told me that she cooks meals that the pet owners can buy for them. I cannot recommend this place enough for your pet!
We had an emergency come up and called to board my two dogs. Furr Kingdom came to the rescue! They were great! Dogs came home happy and well taken care of. Thank you so much!!
Clean facility. Kind and helpful staff. My dogs love it here. Finally a place I am comfortable leaving my dogs. ❤️
I have been taking my dog Zephyr here for 2 years now. She LOVES coming here and is always super tired after I pick her up! Which is exactly what I expect from a daycare. They seem to take the time to know and understand the dogs that come there, and I have heard them give very good and reasonable advice to owners if their dogs have particular personalities. They also care about the amount of play time and group sizes they provide for the dogs; and trust me many places don’t. If you want a happy and tired pup, you will get it here!
Thank you to the staff at Furr Kingdom for being efficient in handling the needs of my pet while I was away. Great services and options for pets and peace of mind for me as the owner knowing that my fur baby was well taken care of. This is the 2nd time utilizing the services with this provider and the staff goes above and beyond of what is required for their day to day involvement with the animals. I will continue recommending colleagues and friends that have pets to this establishment.
Absolute best! Our dogs have been coming here now weekly for the past 2 years. They love it and are always eager to get there the moment we get into the car. This is the first place I have ever used to board my dogs. They always keep me informed and let me know how my 2 are doing. Thank you! :)
This is an amazing establishment for your dogs to spend the day at daycare or board overnight when you go out of town. The staff takes great care of your pets as if they were their own. Great place to trust your pets with!
All the employees are so nice! No matter how my dog behaves I feel confidante that they will share it with me in a graceful manner along with and suggestions that might help me with issues (although there have yet to be any beyond her initially being too shy to interact well with other dogs).
Basil and Dunkin love to go to daycare! Staff is great and friendly. So far just positive things about DogService West!!👏👏👏 …
Your dog is going to be barking non stop outside the hours of 11PM and 7AM, waking up and disturbing residents in the neighborhood nearby breaking Henrico County noise ordinance § 10-68. Prohibited noises enumerated. Nobody wants to hear dogs constantly barking NON STOP early in the morning and late at night and the ordinance addresses this: Allowing any animal to cause any sound or noise such that it is plainly audible. a. Inside the confines of the dwelling unit, house or apartment of another person at least once a minute for ten consecutive minutes; or b. At 100 or more feet from the animal at least once a minute for ten consecutive minutes.
Our dog Penny LOVES LOVES LOVES Doggy Daycare and has been going for 7 years now. She also boards there when we are out of town. We recently introduced our son & daughter-in-law's new puppy and she loves it, too! It is apparent that the staff love the dogs and we are confident that they are well-cared for there.
I had trouble logging in on their site and so I stopped by in person and the young lady who helped me was very helpful and explained that it's not always accepting of your information from phones. Just thought I'd point that out. The place looks clean , the dogs sounded ' happy' and the hours are great. I really like Paws inn too bit they do not have weekend hours. We also need a trainer and this place is very knowledgeable about dogs.
Took my pup there 3 times. First time was great and free! Got a report card on how he did with pics! Second time seemed normal, he was obviously tired and seemed to want to go back again, but no report card or anything mentioned by the staff. 3rd time he seemed he liked it there but returned home exhausted and it's now the day after the 3rd time I took him there and my baby can barely walk and won't let me look at what's bothering him (something in his paws) Not sure what happened but something obviously did at doggy DAYCARE as he has slept since we have gotten home...the whole point was for him to be taken CARE of, not to come home injured and in pain and probably a vet bill for me. He's only 10 months now, not an older pup at all, so his behavior from returning is not his normal self. Won't be using them again.
We love bringing our dog here! We come in regularly for daycare during the week and the occasional boarding. Our dog is always so excited to come in and play, and the staff is friendly and communicative.
To anyone who boards their dogs at this facility, this is what it says on the DogServices website- “ DogServices welcomes dogs for sleepovers by reservation. Our buildings are staffed round-the-clock so your dog is never, ever left alone.” Well this is not true, I worked here for 8 months and if there is 9 or less dogs staying overnight nobody stays with them. If there is 10 or more then someone stays overnight, otherwise your dogs is left completely alone overnight. This company lies and is money hungry.
The staff of PawsCienda are absolutely phenomenal. Our puppies went to PawsCienda for training and after just four days, their behavior and focus was incredible. Both Stephen and Julianne, the trainers, are exceptional with training and follow-up with us. We received phone updates, a video, and in-depth instruction for us to continue their training. We can't speak highly enough about the PawsCienda and their service.
We have had the best experience working with Stephen, an incredibly talented dog trainer to train our littermate siblings, who can reasonably be described as Tasmanian devils all the time. Their littermate energy is INSANE! When I first met with Stephen, the first thing I told him was that I didn’t trust my dogs. Stephen trained me how to properly and SAFELY use e-collars on my pups bc I had never used e-collars on any other dogs I’ve rescued. Stephen’s patience with me was biblical, quite honestly. Compared to me, working with my Tasmanian devils was easy. I learned so much from Stephen, that I signed up for multiple training sessions. And on top of working with Stephen to obedience train our pups, we also have the pups enrolled in doggie day care at Pawscienda, have our pups kenneled at Pawscienda when we travel, and have our pups groomed at Pawscienda. Honestly, at every level of service we have always been impressed with all the staff, the philosophy that guides Pawscienda’s values and the wealth of expertise and experience they bring to not just our pups, but all the pups, kitties, and bunnies etc., entrusted to their care. We wholeheartedly recommend Pawscienda Pet Resort for all your pets’ needs. Thank you for your enduring commitment to excellence Jeff, Gayle, Stephen, Amanda, Payton, Barbara, Lizzie, Megan, Weston and all the talented and dedicated staff at Pawscienda!
Pawscienda is the nicest pet resort I have been to and I am so glad we found them. It’s immaculately clean, employees are so sweet, and my puppy absolutely loves going. Steve is an amazing trainer and I highly recommend any of his programs.
My Boarder was unavailable, so I chose this establishment, after researching the reviews. My pup is an American bully, who entered healthy on 12/7, and without a real explanation obtained a split nail to the quick! My hubby and I left for Thailand on 12/9. I inadvertently left my cell home! Upon returning to the States, a message of the injury was delivered to me. The injury occurred on 12/10, and no Vet services were obtained! I asked why, how and when the injury happened. I was told that my pup was aggressive! $451.00 was the charge! No bill adjustments, no Vet and no explanation was provided. Who was responsible for my pup from 12/7-12/18? This Ranch is, imo, the lowest form of canine care in this area. Irresponsible, unprofessional young adults should never be in charge of strong, young pups, imo! Hire a Vet and medically trained experienced adults over 30, is my advice. I will NEVER take my fur baby there again. Why am I in need of paying another Vet bill, upon leaving him in their care ? BE AFRAID! PROCEED WITH CAUTION. No conscious, no customer service, and no responsibility for my pups injury was taken by this establishment, imo! 🏃♀️ 🏃♂️ 🏃♂️ 🏃♂️ 🏃♂️ 🏃♂️ 🏃♀️ 🏃♀️ 🏃♀️ run don't walk! What a low class piece of crap this place is, imo.
My only complaint is they are too busy! It does put the burden on the owner to be more mindful of planning and scheduling grooming needs in advance. They have treated both me and my 13 yo bichon with respect and I’ve been happy with the grooming and care he’s received so far. In my experience they’ve worked with me to find alternative groomers if they can’t fit me in and do call back in a timely manner if a message or inquiry is left. They do take well defined time off during the day so check website for hours and know that during those siesta hours they don’t answer the phone. They’ve consistently finished up faster than projected and I e been able to get my dog before the mid day break.
My fur babies love everyone here, Harley enjoys playing with his daycare friends, The entire staff is friendly and make you feel welcome. I highly recommend them.
Pawscienda is the absolute best! All of the staff are professional and kind. Stephen is an amazing trainer and his assistants Julianne and Charli are amazing also! I would highly recommend his classes. And a very special shout out to Payton for going over and above to make sure our fur baby was well taken care of and loved on while he was boarding there!! Payton is the absolute best and has such a way with the animals! We feel totally confident leaving our pets with them!
This was my first time using PawsCienda. They informed me about my cat during my time away & also sent pictures. I felt completely at ease leaving her there. They seem to really care. God bless!
We can’t thank Stephan enough for transforming our dog Sully into a very well mannered, disciplined and trained dog. Stephen was so patient and kind to our family as we learned to help Sully. He is a master teacher! We highly recommend Paws Cienda. The facility is top notch! Very clean and lots of room for animals to learn and play. All staff seem happy and the vibe is so wonderful. There’s not another place like this in Richmond area. Thank you Stephen for an amazing job!!! Sully misses you already!
Always so friendly and professional! An impromptu tour of the facility was very impressive! We have used the grooming, boarding, and training services. We are always 100% satisfied! My fur baby loves to go to Pawscienda and I feel totally comfortable leaving him in their care.
We have been using Sweet Annie's pet sitting since our rescue puppy, Colby, was about 6 weeks old. He is now 2 years old and absolutely loves visits from his favorite, most loving, and sweetest pet walker Gisele! Claire has a truly well run, dependable, caring, trustworthy and dedicated pet service! I love Sweet Annie's!! The written updates and pictures I get from Gisele are the highlight of my day! I watch the clock in anticipation of them! Seeing my happy boy play and get love and attention makes my heart sing. Sweet Annies is honestly THE BEST!! I will only use them for our precious fur baby! Cathy Massie
I absolutely love Sweet Annie’s! We own a free week of walks from our apartment complex. We booked them for the month and haven’t looked back since! They are so professional and loving with my animals. My dogs are always so happy to see April or Jenelle. They treat my dogs like their own. I also love that they send pictures and updates after every walk. Their paying system is so easy and the use of the website is easy too! The walks are an amazing price. I would highly recommend Sweet Annie’s to anyone!
I have used multiple dog walking services in the Richmond area and Sweet Annie's provides exceptional care. On the app they provide multiple pictures and a quick update of their visit. Many of the photos are better then pictures I take of my dog! Every walker that has worked with my dog Lilly has been very kind and caring. It is a huge relief to know that such great care is taken care of my dog while I am at work. The walkers do extra things like bringing in packages when they see them.
I have a kitty with asthma who needs a daily inhaler, so it's very important to me that I have complete confidence in my pet sitters. Sweet Annie's has been amazing from Day 1! I love getting Gisele's photo updates of both my kitties, detailed reports, knowing that she is not just looking after my fur babies, but also watching out for my house. Giving someone access to your home and your pets requires complete confidence and trust, and Sweet Annie's has earned both many times over! Thank you!
We booked Sweet Annie's for the first time this summer, and could not be happier about our experience! We have two dogs (one a senior) and a cat and their Almost Overnight package was perfect for them. Our sitter was Ivy, who was wonderful with providing us photos and updates at every visit. Could not recommend a service more highy, and we will certainly be booking again!
We have been a part of the Sweet Annie’s family for many years. We love the service emails when we’re out of town. It’s so nice to see pictures of our dogs while away. They are responsive to our needs and contact us regularly before, during , and after our vacations. It’s really nice for our dogs to be in the comfort our home while we’re away. They were amazing when we had to rush out of town for a funeral. We love our sitters at Sweet Annies’s.
The Sweet Annie’s Team cared for my yellow lab for 2 years. They took him on countless walks and showed him love on the days he battled severe allergies. As a busy teacher and mom, the team was easy to communicate with when I needed to make schedule changes. I always trusted Claire and her employees in my home and with my fur baby. Their communication was always wonderful and my dog loved seeing his dog walker each day!
I was reluctant to leave my young kittens behind when I went out of town for a week. Sweet Annie's stepped in and went far above and beyond what I expected of a pet sitting service! Jesson and Christy were our sitters, and they were wonderful! I immediately knew my babies were in the best hands while I was gone. They both treated my kittens like their own pets. I loved getting daily updates, and I especially loved getting photos of my babies! I cannot say enough good things about the staff and sitters at Sweet Annie's, and I will be happy to use them for any and every instance when I need a pet sitter!
We love Sweet Annie’s Pet Sitting!! They are very thorough and treat our cats as their own! I never worry about my fur babies when I’m traveling because Sweet Annie’s is there to care for them. Sweet Annie’s emails daily updates and pictures of each pet so I always know how my kitties are doing. Sweet Annie’s will even water your plants, bring in your mail and other packages as well. I couldn’t ask for better treatment. They have my highest recommendation 😊
We have been SO HAPPY with Sweet Annie’s! Our dog walker is super reliable and genuinely loves our dog. We get daily detailed reports that let us know every detail, including any inconsistencies in her behavior or “business.” We know our dog is well cared for during the work week because of this awesome small business!