Dog Sitters in Nutley, NJ

We went away for 5 days and were nervous to leave our baby with a pet sitter for the first time ever. We can say now as long as it’s Jaime we will never be nervous again! As you can see our cat loved her lol. We received daily photos, all directions were followed as given in regards to feedings/supplements and litter scooping and she even vacuumed around the box which I didn’t ask of her! Came home to a happy, healthy and loved kitty 😊

Jamie is wonderful! She took such great care of our little guy while we were away for a few days! I was green in the area of pet sitting because I usually take the pets everywhere with me lol. But Jamie exceeded my expectations by far! We also communicated daily while I was away, and she even sent me daily pics of my little guy. It was because of Jamie that I could relax while away! My entire family thanks her for that.

Jaime is amazing. Truly the best pet sitter I have ever had. I struggled to find someone who’d care for my ferret, but she went above and beyond. She’ll love your pets as if they were her own, and you’ll always have peace of mind when you’re away. Trust that your fur babies will be in excellent care here!!!

Jaime was great with my dog! It was my first time hiring a dog walker but she exceeded the expectation! I received a photo after the walks and he looked so happy. I even noticed his appetite increased which is a great sign that jaime provided much needed exercise.

Jamie is such a delight to work with. She quickly bonded with our dog. She provides great care and love to our fur baby. I highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a passionate dog walker . She continues to be reliable and trustworthy.

We hired Jaime to care for our pets in our home while we were away for almost two weeks. We have quite a menagerie - 4 cats and 3 dogs, several of whom have special needs. Jaime was amazing with meeting all of their needs. She kept in touch via text several times during the first few days which gave us great peace of mind. We returned home to happy, healthy pets. If Jaime can handle our handful, she can handle anything! Highly recommend.

We’ve used Jamie now twice with our big boy Archie! Jamie is absolutely amazing and has treated our needy boy pristinely! Our first experience with Jamie found us in a pinch and needing a dog sitter for an unplanned trip. Jamie helped us calm down and made time to make sure we and Archie were comfortable with her. Needless to say we were sold and haven’t looked back since! Jamie thinks about the things most walkers/sitters don’t… she checks the temperature, she pulls in packages if they’re out front, and sends you photos of your furry one without being asked. If you need any of the services Jamie offers, do yourself a favor and book her. You won’t regret it and most importantly, your furry friend(s) will have the best time! We highly recommend Jamie!

Jaime takes really good care of our dog Jager. He seems to be happier than when we leave him behind. She’s super nice - super reliable - I recommend Jaime to take care of your pets while you’re away or even while you’re around.

Jamie stayed at our house with our dog Ollie for an extended stay to care for our dog while we were away and she was absolutely fantastic. Ollie is a senior dog, and he needs twice daily shots of insulin for diabetes, and Jamie managed his care beautifully. Jamie was extremely caring , making sure to keep Ollie well socialized during our absence. She was available in real time to update us, and extremely diligent about ensuring that Ollie was always a happy dog. She was also extremely respectful of our home, which she also took great care of while we were away. We really felt like Jamie treated our dog, and us , like we were her family, and we look forward to working with her again in the future.

Jaime is the BEST! We recently bought a saltwater reef tank and needed someone to feed our fish and take care of our tank while we were away. Apparently, this is not easy to find! Thankfully, we found Jaime! She is communicative, trust worthy, responsible and always on time. We highly recommend Brookdale Pet Care.

Hands down recommend Gabby and her team to watch my Bailee for a comfortable and stay at home feel while boarding at her house. We had an upcoming vacation and had never left Bailee with anyone before, I was so nervous as Bailee is a reactive dog with certain things, but Gabby and Jose handle her and made her feel just like at home. Don’t ever need to look for another sitter they will always be our go to people. She is loving to all dogs and loved loved loved how she handled Bailee and how she updated us throughout her stay. Thank you Gabby and Jose

We used Gabby for a week to board our pup Rosie, who needs constant supervision and attention. Gabby was great with updating us with photos, videos, and communicated daily if she had any questions or concerns. Rosie loved her stay with Gabby and we could tell she had plenty of exercise during the week as she slept like a baby when she returned home. We highly recommend Gabby for boarding, pack hikes, or any of your pets needs. Thank you so much Gabby!

We have been using Gabi’s services for both boarding and walking for almost a year now and if I could give her x100 starts I would! She takes, once a week, our 2 year old terrier mix on mountain hikes and I am confident to say that her services have enhanced my Brit’s life. She looks forward to her weekly hikes, comes back happy and tired :) but the biggest benefit is in how confident she has grown, how her anxiety has significantly reduced and her interactions when meeting new dogs have shifted to calm and poised even. We couldn’t recommend Gabi’s services enough and considered ourselves the LUCKY ONES to have found her.

Gabby is wonderful and my dogs just love her so much they enjoy their hikes and she also keeps them with her as well when I'm out of town o on vacation she is the only person I trust with my dogs ❤️

Not all hero’s wear capes. Gabby’s services are priceless. We adopted our pitbull, Chance, 3 months ago and we definitely weren’t prepared. He is extremely high energy and always looking for the next adventure. We couldn’t keep him occupied enough. Puzzles, toys, training, hour long walks, dog parks, play dates…. It was never enough. And he was so desperate for friends. Every dog we would encounter he wanted to play. Which wasn’t always possible. Then we found The Lucky Dog Walker and she saved us. Her pack hike services are everything!!! It gets him out for a few hours but more importantly it gets him socializing with other dogs. He absolutely loves his hike days. We can definitely see a change in him. He has gained confidence and is a more balanced dog. Gabriella gives him something we could never….The ability to just be a dog with a pack for a few hours. She’s unbelievable and you can tell how much she loves and cares for animals. It really seems to be her calling. Oh and the best part of the hike day is receiving all the videos and pictures she takes throughout the day!! We couldn’t do it without her and Chance is obsessed with her!

Highly recommend Gabriella and Sarah of The Lucky Dog Walker! Gabriella is always communicative and didn't hesitate to set up meet and greets with our family. Our fur baby Reagan truly looks forward to walking with Sarah. She is so kind and loving with him which makes us very comfortable and happy! The app used is very helpful, the walks are time stamped with the route taken and photos and messages can be added. We are thankful to have found a walker and company we trust with our beloved dog!

Gabby started helping care for my Darla when she was a little puppy. Having her help during the daytime while I was at work was a HUGE help! She’d feed Darla lunch and take her on hikes with other dogs. Darla always had a blast and I noticed she became more confident as she grew older. I always appreciated Gabby’s flexibility and communication. I trusted Gabby with my dog over my own family members, and that says a lot!

I was never a fan of having my dog stay at a kennel while I’m away. The Lucky Dog Walker was just what I was looking for!! Gabby took the time to get to know my dog prior to her stay and sent me updates throughout the time I was away. My dog was treated as if she was Gabby’s for her entire stay. My dog was so happy with her experience she kept trying to redirect our walks to Gabby’s house for weeks!

Gabriella and her team are life savers! I commute to work, so both her dog walking services and the pack hikes are game changers. My dog LOVES the pack hikes, it’s the highlight of his week. Gabriella is extremely skilled with dogs and her hikes let him explore, socialize, and just be a dog. The dog walking team are amazing too and do very thorough walks. Super recommend!

Gabriella is without a doubt one of the most passionate and professional people I've ever gone to for dog care. We've trusted her with our two dogs from time they were just little pups and have come to rely on her for boarding, doggy day care, walks, and even hikes where they get the opportunity to socialize with other dogs. With dog walker apps and a ton of businesses to choose from in Jersey, its easy to find someone who will agree to take on your pet, but with Gabby you get someone who's excited to HOST your fur baby and fill their day with lots of fun, activity, and love. We're also a huge fan of how we're kept in the loop while we're away on a trip. Gabby provides tons of great videos and pics of all the doggy fun, and no matter what adventure her and my babies are on, she's always available and extremely responsive. All in all, The Lucky Dog Walker has played a key role in making our travel worry-free and we wouldn't go anywhere else.

Kristine is the best! One of our dogs is not the friendliest but she was open to meeting him beforehand and seeing how he would do. He ended up really liking her (which is rare!). She answered any questions we had and made sure we were comfortable. This was our first experience with a pet sitter, so we were pretty nervous about the idea of leaving our pups behind. While on vacation, she sent us an update each time she walked our dogs. Updates included pictures, who went to the bathroom, if they ate, if they received their meds, etc. We never had to wonder how they were doing because she always kept in contact. We are so happy we found someone we could trust with our fur babies and we plan on using her pet sitting services for future vacations/time away from home.

Kristine is absolutely amazing with my dogs! One of my dogs can be hesitant around new people and Kristine knew just how to slowly meet him so that he felt comfortable and he absolutely adores her! She is very responsive and flexible with scheduling. She takes great care of both my pups, sends picture updates and is very reasonably priced! Absolutely definite recommend her services!

Kristine is absolutely amazing caring for our fur babies. I must admit I was a bit hesitant having anyone come to our home while away, but when my husband found Kristine over 3 yrs ago we knew almost instantly she was a perfect fit. Kristine is responsible, responsive, and goes above and beyond for our kitties. She did a great job also caring for our diabetic kitty and not to mention her prices are very reasonable. Hands down I recommend her services to anyone in need of care of their fur babies.

I'm so grateful to have found Kristine to take care of my cat when I am away! Leo can be shy with new people, but he took to her right away and they became the best of friends. Kristine is really easy to work with and flexible when it comes to picking up/ dropping off keys, etc. I feel at ease knowing my cat is well taken care of when I am away, and love the little check-in summaries with a photo that she sends at the end of every visit.

As owners of a very picky cat we've had years of trouble finding caretakers our cat doesn't rebel against. Kristine came over for a meet-and-greet and they immediately took to each other; we've had no worries on our trips away ever since! Her experience as a vet technician gives us all the more confidence. Frequent and clear communications about each visit shows a professionally run business and is a perfect combination with Kristine's relaxed and friendly personality.

Kristine is goes above and beyond for your pet. She is reliable and responsible. She always keeps you up to date and send awesome messages so you know your fur baby is doing just great. Nova is a little skittish with other dogs and people but Kristine knows just how to handle her. I would definitely recommend her service. Thank you !

I have used Kristine’s dog walking service for YEARS and it is the best. She is very professional, cares about the animals, and is super responsive. I recently moved and have been having a hard time finding anyone who fits Kristine’s shoes. I miss her every day and my boys do too! I recommend her 100%. You and your fur babies will be in the best hands.

Kristine is amazing with animals. She dedicates time to each of the individuals needs and makes them comfortable while you’re away. She updates owners every step of the way and even includes photos every time she is there. You won’t be disappointed with the level of care that Kristine offers!!

Kristine is a caring pet sitter. I liked her punctuality and honesty. I can go on vacation and I don't have to worry about my cats because I know they are in good hands . I am very satisfied and will definitely use her services again for next year. We have been using her services since last year, and I highly recommend Kristine to my family and friends.

Kristine takes care of our dog Lola, like we do, with care and compassion. I highly recommend her to take care of your pet. She's our favorite dog walker. She keeps you updated with photos and texts to let you know how the visit went. I highly recommend her. The best EVER!

Anybody who owns a pet knows how hard it can be finding a place or reliable person to leave your beloved pet with when it comes down to going away on vacation . I struggled for a long time to find the perfect place for my Dog Rocco until I came across Jenny in Home away from home pet services in my searches through the internet. I contacted Jenny via phone call we spoke and quickly arranged a meet and greet and right away she gave me a comforting vibe and I knew Rocco would be in safe hands . I received picture updates while on vacation of Rocco and other dogs on walks and I just knew he was having a fun time as well. I’m so glad I came across Jenny . I couldn’t be more happy and I will definitely be using her services again when I go on vacation as well as her day care services as he seemed to have a lot of fun being exposed to different dogs . Thank you so much !!!! Don’t hesitate to contact Jenny for your pup it truly lives up to its name Home away from Home .

Being a first time fur mom can be quite scary, having to leave your pup "my baby" with a total stranger can be just as uneasy.... However after my very first encounter with Jenny via phone conversation, she gave me such reassurance that not only I will be great at this, but my "Parker" will be in the best of hands!! Jenny's personality, her professionalism, and how she loves all the pups, not only speaks volumes of her overall well-being and great characteristics, but she's the epitome of "Selflessness and Genuine Love" I was a little nervous about Parker being away while we we're on a mini vacation, but the photos that Jenny sent us, showed us how happy Parks were. I can't thank Jenny enough for how she loves on Parker, the continued support and assistance she offers me while I'm still navigating this new journey, and how readily and accessible she is to me. If your looking for your pup to be in a loving environment, receiving nothing but the best of care, and come back home a happy camper...Look no further, JENNY IS IT!!! Thank you Jenny❤ Parker will be back at his second home in a few weeks🤗

I have left my dog twice with Jenny and it’s always been a pleasant pickup/drop off. Very convenient for the location and price

Jenny was an absolute pleasure to work with! I had to leave my pup with her for a long weekend and I felt so comfortable, and my dog was SO happy! Her place is like a cozy little dog sanctuary so I definitely felt like I was leaving him somewhere he'd feel comfortable and at home. She sent me pictures and updates throughout the day which I loved, and always kept me in the loop. She even cooks her own organic food and treats, and sent us home with a sample to try out. 10/10 would absolutely recommend for all of your pet needs, would care and love your dog like her own!

I have been using Home Away From Home Pet Services since I relocated to New Jersey 3 years ago and I couldn't have found a better sitter for my cocker spaniel Max. Not only is Jenny professional she exuberates love and compassion for the animals in her care. I trust her completely with my pet and I often refer others to receive the same quality of care for their pet.

Jeny's home was just what I was looking for. I have an older dog that gets very anxious so it was important for me that I found something that was as close to a home as possible. I didn't even have time to bathe my dog before I dropped him off and he came back super shiny. I'm looking forward to using the services again.

Best dog sitter I have ever had! I am from Canada and used this service for my youngest pup while travelling. I wish they were closer. Will certainly get them again anytime I am in the NJ/NYC area. Very fast at responding to messages, very polite and kind, incredibly reasonable price, and my little boy seemed so happy when I picked him up!

Jenny is lovely, kind, caring, responsive, reliable, professional...can't say enough good things about her. She took great care of our dog Teddy during regular walks and during boarding when we were away. She also takes adorable photos!! She also took great care of our cat (drop in feeding and medicating) when we were away. We trust her completely.

Finding someone to trust your baby with can be a nerve wracking experience. So much can potentially go wrong. And has a few times for me with others. But I knew I’d finally found the right person when I found Jenny. She’s a pro 100%. I knew she was someone I could leave the keys to my home with (literally and figuratively). She’s a great communicator. She’s thorough. She’s thoughtful. She takes initiative. She’s experienced. She’s fair and She’s kind. I will use Jenny for as long as I have a dog in my life and as long as she’s willing to care for them. I could not recommend her enough. Finding the right person for this particular job is priceless.

I cannot say enough AMAZING things about Jenny!! She has taken care of my pets for me for the last 3 years with such care and compassion. My dogs know the second we turn onto her street and start freaking out because they are so excited to see her. They hate leaving!! I have a hectic unknown schedule because I am in the airline industry and she always seems to make it work to care for my dogs last minute. She is responsive, reliable, and her prices are very reasonable!! (As if there is really a price too high to know your fur babies are being loved on every second you can’t lol) She also is an amazing photographer and takes the best photos of your babies for you while you’re away. 10/10 recommend Jenny’s services to anyone in the NJ area. I tried so many unreliable Wag dog sitters until I came across Jenny and I will never go back. Thanks J for all you do for Gnash and Bindi!!!

Diane is the most amazing and reliable person you can ask for. She is very responsive, great communication, and trustworthy. She has a great love for all animals and you can really tell by her dedication. We have almost been with Diane for a year and our Bear LOVES her. He jumps and goes crazy whenever she walks him. She really goes above and beyond and I don't know what we would do without her. I can always count on her. She is the very best and I can't think of anyone better for the job. I highly recommend her services so don't hesitate to book her! You won't be disappointed! :)

I would not be able to travel if Diane (and Eric) were not “there.”. Because of her genuine affection for cats, Sepia and on vacation for long as a month. Diane sends photos, and I know they’re happy and safe. Diane is flexible and fk noew ittgouing to nbe routines, however neutotic. The only time my cats traveling the car is en route to Diane’s. No fighting the travel bags and they stay calm in the car. We all know it’s going to be a good visit.

Diane is a fantastic pet sitter! We have used her services numerous times throughout the the years when we travel. She watched our dog in her home and she has done daily visits at our house for our cat. She treats our pets like they are her own and provides top notch care. Diane is incredibly trustworthy, very communicative and super reliable. I highly recommend Diane for any pet care needs!

I have 2 handicapped dogs (both are in diapers). Diane was wonderful! She came to my home 3-4 times a day to care for our dogs. She cleaned them (and also any mess she found upon arrival). Its not easy caring for 1 dog in a diaper let alone 2 dogs. Diane did it with patience and love. She also spent time giving them lots of affection which we greatly appreciated. I highly recommend Diane. We had piece of mind and were able to enjoy our vacation knowing Roxie and Scooter were in good hands. Sincerely - Marguerite C.

Diane is a responsible, loyal, caring dog walker! I can always count on Diane to give my pet the attention she needs during the day while I'm out. I have relied on Diane for walking my pets for over 4 years and have never had a problem. She is communicative and provides updates as well as double checking whenever I have changes in my schedule or hers. I would HIGHLY recommend anyone looking for an AMAZING dog walker to consider Sassy Girl!

Diane is amazing with our dogs and has gone above and beyond when taking care of them. She is very attentive and loving with them. She picked up right away on their different personalities and likes/dislikes. It is so reassuring to see our dogs get happy when they see her. She’s great about keeping in touch when we are away to let us know how the pups are doing. She's the Best!!

Diane is the best! She takes care of our boy Oliver a few times a week - she is responsive, reliable, trustworthy & experienced. As with most pet owners, we are very particular about who we trust to take care of our boy, and Diane never disappoints!

Diane did an amazing job with our cat Bailey, who stayed with her for ten days recently. He is quite shy at first and had just lost his brother, but within a day or so he was coming out and spending time with her and her family and getting his beloved belly rubs. In general she made him feel relaxed and welcome and made the experience of his being away from us a good one. She suggested a different type of food to feed him and sent us daily pix and updates. Highly recommend her for her caring and obvious love of animals.

Diane is a superb pet-sitter. She has been taking care of my cat who is old and sick and finicky about foods. She went far above and beyond anything I expected to get him to eat his food. Diane sat with the cat to keep him company, brought in extras to help his appetite, got his medications in successfully (no easy feat with a cat), and checked in with me every single day. Just getting a simple text confirmation twice a day that everything is all right with the cat was more than I expected and a relief. I highly recommend Diane for pet-sitting and care and will continue to trust her with my own pets. Diane even continues to follow up with me about my kitty's health and happiness. She truly cares!

Diane has been an amazing sitter and walker for our Boston Terrier, Boo-boo for more than a few years now. She’s very attentive to our pup’s needs and sends us daily photos of Boo-boo when staying with Diane. I’m someone who can get anxious when leaving my dog in the care of others. Diane dispelled that impulse immediately. I highly, highly recommend Diane if you’re in need of a pet sitter!

It is playtime to the max at Tender Loving Pawz. This family is totally into making dog care a great experience for both pet and owner. My 2 dogs looked so happy in the multiple videos and photos sent to me each day. Their home is so organized to handle the dogs they care for. I could not need anything more from a dog caregiver. Tender Living Pawz is excellent.

Nedjy and Keith have been wonderful since we met earlier this year! They are super responsive, willing to accommodate a medication schedule, and have gone out of their way to win over my cats, who aren’t the biggest fans of strangers. When I had a hospitalized family member they were super about being flexible as my schedule changed based on changing info from the hospital. I’m so glad to have Tender Loving Pawz as my sitters! I highly recommend their services.

Highly recommend! Care is truly in the name. I boarded by dog with Tender Loving Pawz this summer and he received tender loving care. It was like he never left home! A meet and greet provided me the information I needed and I got to check out where my dog would be staying. While away, I received text messages and pictures twice a day. I am so happy I found Tender Loving Pawz and was able to relax on vacation knowing my dog was in good care.

Tender Loving Pawz is what every pet needs in their life for pet-sitting needs. The owners were extremely accomodating, easygoing and professional. I have Yorkie Terrier and Chihuahua mix (Rocky) who can be a bit much which I let the owners know and they were so accomodating either way. Their love for dogs, impeccable communication, affordable rates and just overall excellent service is just a few things that stood out to me. They went up and beyond keeping me updated about Rocky; I received daily updates about him that included pictures and messages about how he was doing which I was thrilled about. I truly felt so much ease and was relaxed knowing that he was well taken care of. As a pet parent, that's a big deal since I was away on a business trip for a week and a half. I would recommend Tender Loving Pawz for any of your pet sitting needs. I will use them again in a heartbeat!

I have nothing but GREAT things to say about Tender Loving Pawz! They are super professional, attentive to the details needed for your pet and extremely loving and caring! They dog sat my dog for an entire week, each day I received great detailed pictures and interactive text messages about my dog, twice a day to be exact, which helped with my pet parent anxiety so much! My dog has NEVER been away from me for that long and he adapted very well with the family because of how open and caring they are! For my future vacations I will DEFINITELY be reaching back out to them, and I HIGHLY recommend them to anyone looking for a pet sitter, they are extremely understanding, comforting, and trustworthy family business!

Nedjy and Keith were absolutely great with my dog (scar). They took her in for boarding and she had the absolute best time. I owe it to them for taking care of her for a full week and also handling her well as she’s a ball of high energy. Not many can handle that type of energy so I’m grateful for the love and care they showed her along with their kids. Will definitely be back for additional services as they are truly trustworthy.

Tender Loving Paws was the perfect spot for our Milo, he was happy and well cared for the two times we had to board him. Milo was super excited when he was picked up for his two days at TLPs he barely missed us. I’m so glad we’ve found his home away from home!

Would definitely recommend Tender Loving Pawz! Very responsive, super easy to coordinate with, and they sent multiple updates to let us know our pet was doing great. Major bonus is the drop off/pick up option too.

Nedgy and Keith provided EXCELLENT drop-in services for our Diamond girl! We booked drop-in services with TLP for 5 drop-in visits over 3 days. It’s not always easy to find dog-sitters comfortable with a 100+lb pitbull mix but Nedgy & Keith welcomed our sweet girl with no problem. Nedgy maintains very good communication throughout the entire booking process. She makes sure to confirm all details before visits start. Pictures and details of each drop-in helped ease my anxiety about leaving Diamond. We enjoyed my brothers wedding with peace of mind that she was in great hands. We look forward to booking with TLP again and will be sure to tell our friends and family about TLP’s honest, reliable, and affordable fur-baby services.

The owners of Tender Loving Paws are great! I've boarded my senior dog and not so friendly cat with them twice already and there will definitely be a third time and fourth time. They are very trustworthy, great with pets and responsive. Best of all, they are very affordable! I would definitely recommend.

Excellent care, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT, maria comes to my house from Monday through friday and takes care of my puppy, she plays, feeds and walks him, copper loves her, shes always sending me videos and pictures. Shes been taking care of copper since hes 3 months old and all i can say is im very happy with her, shes great. 👍🏽😃 …

We are so fortunate to have our pup Louie with AnimalX-ing Pet Care. Maria is a gem and continuously makes Louie's life and our lives better. I sometimes refer to her as "the dog whisperer". She is kind, attentive, knowledgeable and incredibly giving. This is a pic of Louie (Boston Terrier/Hound Mix -- 30 lbs) eagerly awaiting Maria's arrival. I cannot recommend AnimalX-ing Pet Care enough! Your pup will be so happy and well taken care of. p.s. - You might not be able to mention Maria's name without your dog getting so excited that he immediately goes to get his leash!

Maria is great! I love she spends time with Sonny takes pictures throughout the day on their activities! Maria loves what she does! My Sonny loves being with her too! She is amazing ! Highly recommend Maria to be your furbaby baby sitter!! 🐶❤️🐾 …

Maria is truly the BEST! From the first time I spoke with her on the phone through every interaction she has had with our dog, it is evident that caring for animals is her passion. She is quite thoughtful in her approach to caring for pets, and has so much love and compassion for all of her furry friends. Maria and her family cared for our dog while we were away for 9 days, and she sent several photo and video updates daily, so we knew he was in great hands. Our dog had so much fun, that we are convinced he thought HE was the one on vacation! Highly recommend Maria & her family for fur-baby care <3

Maria is amazing!!! She is very responsive and make you feel at ease that your fur baby is in good hand. She keep you updated with pictures and videos through out the day. She is very professional and reliable, she asked for my puppy daily schedule and routine so that she can follow that same schedule. Definitely recommend her to anyone that is looking for pet daycare. And extra bonus for me is that she pick and drop him off.

Maria did a wonderful job taking care of our pets while my wife and I were away for 5 days. She was constantly in communication with us, very flexible and followed our pet care instructions to the tee! It was great to receive photos so often, that helped put our minds at ease. Maria is trustworthy, reliable and our pets loved her!

Awesomeness Our pups love Maria and spending the time with her. Getting video and pictures throughout the stay helped us in the beginning. Now you just have to say Maria and the jump around getting all excited. Highly recommended!!

Maria is amazing with our pit bull mix! It is wonderful to have so much trust in a Dogwalker. She also cleaned our home when my husband was deployed for a year and she did a wonderful job and it was so nice having one less thing to do while I was alone. I highly recommend this business. We love Maria!

Maria has been caring for my lab since he was a little pup. Her expert care has helped raise him to become a great dog. She is very thorough with her walks, sends lot of pics and most importantly cares for all pets like they are hers. A+++

Maria has cleaned Our apartment and now our house AND walked our dogs for years. I would say without hesitation she is by far the best in both of these areas. She is thorough, reliable, detailed and truly cares for our dogs. I would recommend her if you are in need of house cleaning, dog or cat care or both. If I could give her a ten (10) I would!!!! Thank you Anne

The folks at Pups@Play are some of the best, most caring, dog loving people I’ve ever met. Our golden retriever Ellie has the best time every day she goes, and pulls me to get inside the door each time I drop her off. The staff is so caring, and do so much to make it comfortable for the dogs and their parents. We love Pups@Play, and Ellie does too!

Best one stop shop in the area! I initially inquired to bring my pup Ace for grooming, and Nicole was kind enough to set up our profile and get us on the schedule for the next day! I was greeted by the general manager Don, who was such a great help in introducing me to the facility and sharing all the info I needed. Our groomer Ebonie was amazing! She was very detailed and Ace came out so happy and handsome. Rebecca and Michelle helped us at checkout and answered all my questions about other services they provide. Overall an excellent place to bring my little guy. So happy. Thank you!

We have been taking our dog, Masha, to pups at play since we got her 4 years ago. She's always excited to go and the staff at Pups is so sweet with her! They really care about the dogs, and the convenience is great (right by the Walnut train station) - easy for pick up or drop off if we're coming or going to the city.

I rarely write reviews, but when I do I highlight value for all customers to be aware of. Very simply said - the team does a great job. My little crackhead comes home safe and tired out… at least for the days “appointments” are available. It’s disappointing they’re “fully booked” every day past 10am. Tricky for the folks that work later in the day. It’d be ideal to expand the facility or hire more staff. Can’t restrict business - that’s the point of having one.

We have been going to Pups at Play for years and it’s been okay. This review is a result of the most incredible experience I had last night with Michelle and Howard. This is for them!! Enroute to come pick up my sweet girl, I was caught in massive, massive traffic due to a terrible accident on route 80 in PA. This left me in bumper to bumper traffic for 3 hours, going far past the closing time of daycare. Since my sweet girl has very strict medication, leaving her for an impromptu overnight is just not an option. Michelle was incredible to work with helped me find a solution, as well as navigating traffic from the maps she could see on her desktop!!! Howard stayed late for me and welcomed me in to scoop my girl close to 9pm. So incredibly understanding as I was a wreck and never had been in this situation before. I cannot thank them enough. They are the BEST and it’s employees like them that will keep us coming back to Pups at Play. MICHELLE AND HOWARD FOR THE WIN!!

This place is a heaven for fur babies. Most reliable so far in my experience. I had to travel for 10 days and I had never left my 14 months golden retriever so I was super nervous. But when I found Pups@play montclair, all my worries were put to rest. Masti (my dog) had the best time here and the team send photos and videos every single day which I was always eagerly waiting for to see how he was doing. Masti had the best time of play and it also made him more calmer after he came home because now he is more comfortable with other dogs. Pups@play not only took a great care of him but also gave him peanut butter kong which is Masti's absolute favorite. Best part about this place is, your fur baby is not caged all day along but instead they are having a constant play time and the team is 100% monitoring them. If you are looking for dog summer camp/ slumber party style, this is your place. I highly recommend this place and Masti has definitely found his boarding slumber party place if ever I have to travel.

Very first time at the day care. People are very nice/accommodating. Our dog Chocolate seemed to enjoy the experience. Will keep you posted.. I wanted to update. My dog Chocolate is in love with Pups@Play staff and clients. He has been at day care and boarding and is so happy every time he attends a program at your facility. There is something magical about this place. Lucky us, that we found such a beautiful, loving environment for Chocolate. Thank you! Where are we at with Pups and Play? Chocolate loves every minute of his time with human and dog friends. We have a quiet home and Chocolate loves dogs. The second we tell him he is on his way to doggie day care, he is right at the door. Chocolate is the greatest dog that ever existed, keeping in mind, we are his caretakers. Chocolate feels that when he is at this facility, he is the best. He feels loved, and can run and jump and is watched over by a group with a twinkle in their eyes when they look at the dogs in their care. Have a wonderful holiday and Chocolate looks forward to many fun times with you all.

Ziggy barks and jumps with excitement just hearing the words “Pups at Play”. I know he has fun, plays hard and is well looked after. The staff knows him well and genuinely cares about him! We love P@P! EDITED DECEMBER 2023 Going from 5 stars to 1 star! Pups has gone downhill ever since Destination Pet took over the place. They have gotten rid of their loving and caring staff, amend policies that made for puppy parent convenience and overall just is no longer the warm friendly place it used to be. Sadly, we will not be returning to Pups in Montclair anymore.

Booked a stay for late August back on July 25. Our first time using Pups @ Play. Today—August 7, 2 weeks after the booking was made—We receive an email that Pups @ Play is unfortunately booked up through Labor Day and no new reservations can be accommodated. So I say to myself, "Well, dang! Great that they're busy, and I'm sure glad I booked my stay on July 25!" Turns out, they meant me! It took them TWO WEEKS to tell me they were booked up, the whole time I'd thought I had a reservation booked. How could a pet boarding business be that ignorant of their book that they didn't realize until 2 weeks later they were overbooked? What an awful first impression. Perhaps this was a blessing in disguise, but now I'm in a tight spot because I have to try and find boarding for my pup two weeks out from our trip. Thanks for nothing, Pups @ Play. The search for a reliable pet boarding service in North Jersey continues.

NEVER EVER AGAIN!!!! If I could give it zero stars I would. I’m already an anxious dog owner as it is. I had to board my 2 small dogs for 6 days. The woman at the front desk supposedly wrote in my file my one and only simple request and they still didn’t do it. I was fuming!!!! Not to mention they want to charge for every tiny thing like an Instagram photo???? Wow. Do not ever board your dogs here . To the manager, or owner, I will be more than glad to explain my entire experience with you in private if it comes down to it.

5 stars does not reflect the level of care, professionalism, and excellence present at K9Nanni. Linda and her staff truly make our dogs their passion. Here is my story: Our pup Lucas was rescued and was traumatized very early in his life. He was very reactive -- always operating from the orange and red zone. It was very difficult to keep him balanced and sometimes alarming. Kylie recognized the gentleness in him, helped him with his separation anxiety, and along with Ashley and staff was instrumental in helping train him and bring him to a place of balance. Now his life is very different- he plays off leash and recall is second nature to him. He operates in the green to orange zone and responds when we instruct him. Kylie advised his confidence would improve if we sent him on hikes and recommended a trainer in Fort Lee who provides that service. That also helped balance and mold Lucas into a wise happy pup. In addition, in order for him to have the great puppy monitored socialization, the recurring 5 day a week daycare program is phenomenal. He loves it and scrambles out of the car to get to his human and doggy friends. We have had severe illness in our home as well as family visiting and the boarding was like a sleep-over for Lucas. He came home happy and relaxed. That's not all. The grooming service is comprehensive and by the way OUTSTANDING and is part of the package when you do a recurring 5 day full day doggy daycare. WOW! Linda and her pack go above and beyond to provide a blissful, eventful (fun activities throughout the year), interesting and very very loving environment for our dog babies. There is no where as wonderful as K9Nanni and you know how I know, my once unhappy reactive Lucas is actually all smiles, yes doggy smiles and nothing nothing is as important to a parent as a happy blissful pup.

I can honestly say from the bottom of my heart: This place is the place to be for your furbabies. Not only do they do daycare, they cater to your pet needs 100%. I bring my dog mostly every day, and he comes home wagging his tail and wanting not to go home. The staff is wonderful and caring to each and every single dog that arrives. They never disappoint, and I’m grateful I found this place. A 5-Star in my book.

They are absolutely incredible; I have never taken my other dog to an establishment because I was fearful he would get hurt or sick. The staff at the facility have been extremely Accommodating to jaggers needs as well as treating her like a little princess. I was fearful after she came home with lethargic symptoms, i called k9nanni and they were once again accommodating and let me know to call if her symptoms become worse. Ultimately I found that jagger was exhausted in the 90+ degree weather while outside in daycare because she is a puppy and I should have expressed that to daycare staff. She did have clear(water) diarrhea once she got home but that cleared the following day. Staff was incredible as well as concerned for jaggers health and since then, I believe they do not allow her outside in the sweltering heat for those reasons. I absolutely love how they treat her and take care of her and I will continue to bring her to k9nanni. Staff responds to emails ASAP, they offer suggestions as well as training suggestions. Unfortunately I never asked for staff names but they are the absolute best. I will continue to bring little puppy girl Jagger to K9nanni

We came to k9 Nanni after our sour patch kid puppy Finn got kicked out of 2 other daycares! He loves to jump and plays a little too rough sometimes. Linda, Ashley and their team quite literally changed Finn’s life. He goes for daycare and sleep overs every week. He comes home happy and exhausted from running and playing. They also came to our home for a private session to work with Finn on his reactions to scary things. We can’t say enough good things about k9 Nanni and how grateful we are to have a safe and happy place for our fur baby to enjoy!

I brought Benji, my 1 year old labradoodle here for the 3 week boarding & training program. I called for an evaluation and met with Ashley and Linda. I expressed my concern with Benji, him acting in an aggressive manner. During the time there I did not feel rushed. They both took the time to answer my questions and discussed the best solution for Benji. I received a tour of the facility and loved seeing how happy the dogs were and how clean and spacious the facility was. After 3 weeks of training I am still at WOW with the turn around Benji has made. His trainer Bo (so grateful for him) kept me updated with Benjis progress and was sent pictures & videos during that time. I went for the mid evaluation and was able to train with Benji on the techniques he had learned. It’s been a week now since he has been home and I am so glad I made the decision with the training! We are now able to go on peaceful walks without Benji reacting an aggressive manner or have fear towards any other dogs/people. HUGE THANK YOUUUU! If you need training for your dog look no further, K9 Nanni will help! Thank you again Bo!

We are so happy that this place exists! My pet bernedoodle, Bella goes her occasionally for boarding when we are away and she comes back like a happy little camper, tired but always so well taken care of. Recently they added grooming, which is amazing since she comes back fully groomed and bathed. Love and recommend k9 nanni to all pet owners in the area.

Before we took our 7 month old Rottie to Linda he was really struggling with impulse control. Pulling on the leash, biting furniture, the children of my family did not feel safe around him because he would try to jump/nibble on them. All of this was so sad for us to see because we knew he was such a sweet dog! He just needed help with impusle control. We decided to do the 15 day board and train and we got back a different dog! We are able to take him in walks every morning, which he LOVES. No more biting furniture, and for the first time all the kids came over and were able to sit and pet him without him trying to bite. We are FINALLY able to give him the kind of environment we have been wanting to give him. Jasper is always happy and stress-free now. I cannot express how grateful we are for not just training him, but training us on how to be better dog parents. ❤️

Linda is an amazing trainer. She helped us each step of the way with our newly adopted pup and we could not be happier with the progress he has been making in just a few short weeks. He also loved his playdate at her incredible doggy daycare! Highly recommend for whatever your needs may be!

We can't thank Linda enough. Linda has been with us since we brought our 10 week old puppy home and has worked with our dog intensively. Now at 8 months old, he’s a social, well behaved pup. Our dog loves going to K9 nanni, the entire staff is caring and professional. Update -7/19 - Hans needed a refresh course on controlling his impulses. At 10 months old, he was starting to take over our entire house, constantly pulling on walks, and jumping on people! We had very little control over this 80lb puppy. Linda recommended training him with an e-collar. Lindas training with this collar has changed our world - Hans responds to commands, sits when he greets people, and knows his boundaries. It's a pleasure to walk him and I'm so proud when people comment on how well behaved he is. A HUGE thank you to Linda for recommending this and working so hard with us. I trust her completely and she knows what is best for Hans. We can't thank her enough, from all the training to even taking Hans to the vet when we were out of town, we are BEYOND grateful for her.

Recently took my Golden Retriever for the first time. His groomer did a beautiful job with him, especially considering he isn’t the easiest dog to groom because he gets very nervous. Thank you K9 for being patient with him and doing an excellent job! The staff was also very sweet and professional. I will definitely be bringing him back!