Dog Sitters in San Marcos, CA

The team at Camp Run-A-Mutt San Marcos is fantastic. My girl can't wait to go and play and comes home exhausted. Staff is so friendly, caring and go above and beyond. They take care of each dog as if they're there own. Highly recommend!

Been taking our dog here for the past year and we absolutely love it. Staff is great, very friendly in person and on the phone. Facility is always clean. We enjoy being able to see our dog on their camera throughout the day! We see her playing with other dogs while staff clean-play-pet dogs. We can tell that she loves Camp Run a Mutt SM, when we pick her up she always has the biggest smile on her face.

Camp Run-A-Mutt is awesome! Sophie loves her play time there, all the employees are great and Miranda is a FABULOUS groomer. I highly recommend them!

Our dog loooooves coming to Camp! It makes traveling so much more fun knowing our fur-baby is having a great time while we are away, and Camp was a god send when we had our new baby, too.

We have been using them 8 years and we still love Camp Run A Mutt. Their staff are phenomenal. The new owners are wonderful and they take amazing care of our dog. All the staff are very familiar with each dog and their own little quirks and it’s that personal touch that really makes the difference. We use them for all of our daycare and boarding needs and could not ask for a better daycare.

My 3-legged dog loves it here! Knowledge and caring staff, and she especially loves the water feature!

Pros: Staff are friendly, kind, efficient, and caring No cages or crates Fair pricing Clean facility Doggy cameras to check in on my pup Reliable and responsible Cons: The yard gets crowded and loud at times, but my pup doesn't seem to mind The cameras aren't super high quality, so I sometimes can't really see my pup Bottom line: a great day care option for a dog who dislikes crates, loves to be social, and for owners who want their furry friend safe and cares for. The entry is always clean and fresh smelling, and the front desk staff are kind and helpful. We come about once a week for half day care and are very happy so far.

The absolute best! Toby loves coming to camp run a mutt. He makes so many friends and loves the fact that he doesnt have to sleep in a crate. Highly recommend!

My family loves this location of Camp Run-A-Mutt. We have a puppy that is used to spending lots of time with her mom, so it was important for us to find a place where we felt comfortable leaving her overnight or for the odd day here and there. Our girl is so excited every time we drop her off, and it's clear that the staff love her. What originally sold us was that there are no crates (even when boarding overnight) and they have cameras so you can check on your pup if desired. Those are great features, but it's the kind and dedicated staff that really make this place the best. Highly recommend!!

Our dog Cooper loves this place. We can't say the word "camp" at home without him running into the room wagging his tail knowing he gets to go to camp. The staff are so sweet with all the dogs and whenever we pick him up he's all smiles 😊 …

Sirena is awesome! She is professional, reliable, responsible and always on top of things. She sends me an update after each walk without me needing to ask, and is very detailed and attentive to my dogs. It give both my husband and i such piece of mind knowing she is helping out with the dogs because she is great at what she does. She takes pride in doing a great job and stays up on her knowledge to give you tips about products and different things for your pets. I would easily recommend her to anyone looking for some extra care for their pets!

I would like to take this opportunity to share my positive experiences I have had with Sirena and her business, "Happy Trails and Wag'n Tails." I found Sirena through Yelp and decided to contact her based off the positive reviews I found. My first conversation with Sirena was extremely professional and efficient. I gave her a background on my two dogs (border collie mix and Rhodesian ridgeback/pitbull- both BIG and VERY high energy), and what I was looking for and asked if she would come and meet my dogs, and myself, before we agreed to start a business relationship; I have had some bad experiences with dog sitters/walkers in the past and am careful about who I leave my fur babies with. When Sirena got to my house, my dogs IMMEDIATELY liked her ... They both ran up to her and she welcomed them with open arms. She had no reservations towards either of them, and seemed completely comfortable and at ease. Her attitude towards them made me comfortable as well. After spending that time with her, we decided to start walks two days later. Sirena sent me her business contract and I gave her all the info on my dogs. Her prices were more than fair and I was excited to have found her. It has been about 5 months since I first met Sirena and I honestly couldn't be happier that I did. She is the most professional and caring dog walker I have EVER met. She is prompt and gives an email report of how my dogs were for that day. When we first started with Sirena, she would take our dogs together. About a month into her walking my pups, they had some issues and we decided it would be best to walk them separately. Sirena was very understanding of this and offered her help in anyway possible. She had tons of advice and experience to offer which I appreciated. Recently, we had some pretty bad fires by our house. When this happened, I was at work 40 minutes away and my husband was traveling and unavailable as well. I immediately called Sirena who was already heading to my house to walk the pups. I asked her if she could stay with them for a little until I could get off work and she agreed without hesitation. She ended up staying at my house for close to 2 hours to make sure I got home and that my dogs were safe. She then proceeded to stay in touch with me over the next coupe of days with updates on the fires and to make sure we were safe. She was seriously a godsend. Overall, I would highly recommend Sirena. She is the most responsible and caring person I have met in the industry to date. I feel that my dogs are 100% safe with her and know they love the time they spend with her. Shefollows all the rules I have in place for my dogs. She is very friendly and I know she truly loves the dogs and what she does.

We have used Sirena on two occasions to petsit our kittens and adult cat. Each time, she has surpassed our expectations. Sirena is extremely detail oriented and does exactly what you ask her to do. In our case, the kitten and adult cat were still living in separate areas of the house, but allowed to mingle with each other supervised. Sirena followed our directions on how we wanted them separated, and followed up and gave updates with text messages, photographs, and emails. Bottom line is, you can trust Sirena 100%. If she says she will be there, she will be there. If you ask her to do something a certain way, you can be assured it will be done that way. It is obvious that Sirena is an animal person. We as pet owners can see it, and it is apparent that the animals can feel it too. They love her!! If you're looking for reliable, trustworthy, and loving care for your animal, Sirena is the person to call!!

Greatest Dog Walker out there!

My dog Cooper gets so happy with lots of tail wags when I bring him to Dogtopia. The entire staff is amazing! I won’t take him anywhere else!

We love our home away from home. Loving, attentive staff. And easy to book, pay and attend. One star off for odor in the lobby. Otherwise, all is well. Add: the facility is indeed always very clean. And thank you for your response Julie. We enjoy Dogtopia very much 👏🏼

This place is amazing! Kiba gets excited every time we get there. The place is always clean, they have fun activities for them throughout the month, the staff is always friendly, and the vaccine records are vital to them, meaning that our dogs' health is a priority.

Overall, I am thrilled with this doggy daycare. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and it's clear that they genuinely care about the dogs. My dog always comes home happy and tired from a day of play and socialization. I highly recommend this doggy daycare to any dog owner looking for a safe and fun environment for their furry family member. You won't be disappointed!

What an amazing team and a big warm welcome for Lucas on his first meet and greet. He was so excited at drop off and watching him play with so many new friends was wonderful. At pick up time Lucas was tired for sure, he had a full day of play. Seeing the care each team member provided for Lucas was so comforting and to know he was in good hands was a blessing. The facility is well equipped for in house and outside play time with lots of fun toys for them. I would highly recommend the San Marcos location for your pet. We are looking forward to his next play day. Many thanks from our family!!!

We LOVE DogTopia! One of the main reasons why we chose Dogtopia was because they did not have breed restrictions, like many other doggy daycares in my area. We have an American Bulldog, named Ivy who absolutely loves it at Dogtopia. Whenever we are in the parking lot or ask her if she's ready for "school" she knows she in for a fun day with all her friends! We have boarded Ivy a few times for overnights and are happy with them. Our family is going on vacation in July and we have such peace of mind knowing that our Ivy will be boarded at Dogtopia, where she is comfortable with staff and in a fun enviroment. Thank you to all the staff at Dogtopia for loving our baby girl, Ivy !

My dog loves going to Doggy Day care. He has several friends that he plays with and the staff is always so welcoming and accommodating. I can't recommend this place enough. A true lifesaver for me as it was my first time having a puppy and he needed to get that puppy energy out. They even take cute pictures of him on holidays.

Dogtopia is the perfect place for our dog, Chex! He loves socializing with the canine coaches and other dogs! Being at Dogtopia allows him to expend all his energy - he falls asleep quick after picking him up. He’s learned so much too - it’s been great taking him out to new places and being around new people, as daycare has helped reinforce waiting, being flexible with other dogs and self-regulating. We love knowing that when we drop him off that he’s having a fun and safe day with staff who truly care! All Dogtopia staff are so patient and friendly. We can’t thank them enough!

What a great place SM Dogtopia is. Love the staff and all the unique meals and photo opps they offer. I highly recommend this place. My dog loves it there!

I really regret placing my trust in this place. I traveled for a month and I sent my 2 dogs boarding here. While I was traveling for a week, I received an email informing that one of my two dogs had been bitten by another dog. And he needed to go the ER for the surgery. That seemed to destroy our family’s mood. But I and my family were out of the country and couldn’t reschedule my flight as well as couldn’t cancel all the pre- booked hotel. When I returned to the US, they gave me an injured dog and the second dog with a cold and urinary tract infection. When I asked what happened, they gave me the answer that because my dog and another dog got bored staying in there for a long time, they became upset and didn't like to be disturbed and fights broke out. Not only that, I don't have any discount for this long package for my 2 dogs. And I had to pay almost $4200 for my 2 dogs, plus about $2000 more for their hospital bills. My family and I were so sad for getting our puppies boarding at that bad place.

Janean took excellent care of my small senior chihuahua while I was on vacation in Mexico. She sent photos each day with updates which gave me peace of mind on vacation. I highly recommend. Thank you, Janean, Machel 🙏

We have used Hounds to Horses for years to care for our pets. They are professional, friendly, reliable, and our pets are still happy and healthy when we get home. I cannot recommend them enough.

Janean is awesome! First time boarding both our dogs together. They were so happy and well cared for here. No chance we would go anywhere else. Plenty of love and attention... plenty of room to play... total peace of mind. Loved getting picture updates on how our dogs were doing while we were gone. Highest recommendation!

Janean is extremely knowledgeable about dogs and seems to be able to make them feel very comfortable. My 2 Chihuahuas have stayed with her 2 times over the last couple of months. 1 is very skittish and the other has tremendous separation anxiety. Both so very well there and I am so grateful!

We have used both the daycare and in-home visits at Hounds to Horses. Lucy and Jasper always get the best of care. Lucy thinks Bill is her "other Dad" and sometimes seems to prefer staying with him than coming home! That tells me that she's getting the love and attention she needs while we are away. We've been using H to H for over 8 years and I would recommend it to anyone who wants kindhearted people to take care of their fur babies. Thanks Janean and Bill!

I've experienced the great environment and personal care that they give all of their animals. The only concern you should have about boarding your animals at Hounds To Horses is that your pet may never want to go back home with you! I highly recommend Hounds To Horses!

Sonny & Sophie (Boxers} spent Labor Day Week end At Hounds to Horses (2020) Great in House Venue as well as access to out doors activitys. could tell when pick up Sonny and Sophie were well taken care of. "When Do We Go Back" thanks Janean

My dog loves it here. And it's very safe. Owner of thoughtful and sweet, I even got update photos of my girl during her boarding stay which was amazing bc I missed my doggo so much

Wonderful experience and a homely, fun place. Our King Charles was happy and obviously well looked after. Will definitely be going back.

Contacted twice over the past 2 or 3 years. No follow up or follow through.

Aysha is the best! There’s no one else I would trust my dog with! My dog literally loses his mind every time he sees her because he associates her with good times! The first pic is from a pack walk my dog went on last week. He’s the one all the way to the left in a down with pointy ears. The second pic is Luce when I told him Aysha was here. The last pic is Luce after the pack walk. He sleeps most of the afternoon and into the evening. You need this woman in your life!

Our dog has been going out with Pals that Wander as soon as he was old enough to do so, and now he is so super socialized, and he looks forward to the two times a week. He gets picked up for a special hike and play date. I couldn’t recommend Pals that Wander more , my dog dollar is super lucky!!!

I cannot express the gratitude that I feel for the sincere love and compassion that they showed me and my dogs. They offer pickup and drop off daycare services and they offer sitting services. The daycare is a typically in a hike or at the beach and my pups always come home exhausted. I call these sisters my dog’s “girlfriends” because he is more excited to see them than than he is to see me come through the door. They take professional photos of the whole adventure so you have incredible footage of your pet in action.

Aysha and her sister are the best!! The initial paperwork is complete and dedicated to getting to know your dog, flaws and all. My dog loves his time with them!! You will get pictures and updates while you are away! Check out their feed, happy doggies!!! Scheduling is easy! Day trips or overnights are available. I never worry about my dog when he's with them. He comes home tired 🤩

***PALS THAT WANDER IS THE BEST*** Since moving across the country, far away from friends and family who would love on my dog while I was away, I found it extremely hard to find someone that would care for my dog like I would. Dog hotels and even pet sitters that were recommended left me feeling uneasy, as I could tell my dog was riddled with anxiety after a day with them. Pals That Wander is THE ONLY sitters that I leave my dog with, where I feel he is getting treated as well as if he were with me. My dog is obsessed with the beach and they pick him up for a day of fun in the California sun, while somehow capturing some of the best photos I have of my dog. It’s so awesome to get photo and video check ins of his adventures to ease my guilt over having to leave him. Even if I’m not out of town, it’s so nice to be able to have them pick my dog up on a heavy work week, so that he still gets a day of play that he deserves. The pickup/drop off is so convenient. You will not regret hiring them as your trusted sitters. They are truly one of a kind!

I am genuinely so delighted to have been referred to Pals That Wander this past spring. We started out looking for a reliable pet-sitter so we didn't need to send our pup to a big kennel. The moment I met Aysha, I knew it would be the right fit. She began taking Leo on beach trips to get used to him and vice verse. Now *WE* are all hooked :) He adores his (sometimes twice) weekly beach trips with his pals, gets out so much energy, and has had many stays with Aysha and her sweet sister, Kimmie for overnights. I literally don't trust my dog to anyone else. You will not only end up with the most amazing photos of your dog having the best beach playtime of their life, but your dog will end up with the best pack of pals ever. My dog has a better social life than I do thanks to Aysha :) Anytime we've been away and he's stayed for overnights, I never, ever worry because she keeps me in the loop the whole time of how he's doing. Could not recommend Aysha and Pals That Wander more. 10/10!

i can’t say enough wonderful things about Ayesha and Pals that Wander!! she is organized, diligent, honest and hard working!! best of all she takes impeccable care of our dog and we trust her 💯! he always comes back home after a pack walk, clean, tired and happy! …

So grateful to have a safe and loving place for our dog to stay when we are away. The daily text updates and pictures make our hearts happy! The hikes and trips to the beach are an added bonus! I highly recommend Aysha and Pals That Wander!

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Aisha and her team. They have been a literal godsend to me, my family, and our 2 year old goldendoodle named Frankie. For nearly a year now they have taken our sweet but rambunctious boy out 3 days a week on adventures to the beach and to hiking spots around town. Frankie is incredibly high energy who needs lots of social interaction and if not — is sad and depressed at home — and we are not that comfortable spending time at dog parks where I don’t know about any possible behavioral issues of other dogs. Aisha and her team are kind, professional, passionate, knowledgeable, patient, talented, reliable, trustworthy and just an overall great company. Frankie LOVES his time with them (borderline obsessed) and waits at the window anxiously for their arrival. Best decision ever! (The photo below is one Aisha took of Frankie last week at the beach. She regularly sends amazing photos & videos of Frankie after each adventure! Simply amazing!)

Our doodle Rooney gets so excited whenever he sees Aysha and the Pals that Wander crew show up. The adventures the dogs go on are so fun and Aysha takes great care of the dogs. I especially appreciate that it is door to door service- this really helps us and our busy schedules. Highly recommend their service!

I randomly stumbled across Pets in Paradise when my high energy pit bull mix was not enjoying her other daycare as much. Pets in Paradise has been incredible! My dog is very selective in who she likes, and she absolutely adores the staff here. She gets to run around outside all day and the staff sends pictures and updates throughout the day to provide peace knowing she is enjoying herself.

I love this place!! My dogs always come back happy, fresh from a bath, and tired from having so much fun. Thank you to the incredible staff for taking such good care of my pups Bowie and Rocky!

My dog Sadie doesn't like many people and won't even go for a walk with good friends of mine who she knows well. However, she absolutely loves the staff at Pets in Paradise. In the morning, she waits at the door for their arrival and practically jumps into their arms when they come to pick her up. When she comes home in the afternoon, she is tired and happy. I have been unable to walk her, so Pets in Paradise has become a life saver for me and also for Sadie.

My dog loves this place. She comes back happy and tired. The taxi service is awesome. She jumps right in the van without saying good bye. All of the staff I have met have been so friendly. I highly recommend the doggy day care or boarding to anyone!

Our waiter Alex was AWESOME! Food and drink were great and view of the race track was fun!

Great rustic environment for pets to enjoy...staff is professional and knowledgeable and truly care for your pets of all sizes

Very caring employees and always polite and smiling because they love their job.

This place is great. They really go the extra mile!

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We’ve been using Dogs on the Run in 2020 and now again for over a year after moving back to the area, and we couldn’t be happier with the care and attention our pets receive. Melissa is fantastic with Dino, our dog, taking him on daily walks and capturing great pictures along the way. She always goes the extra mile to make sure he’s happy and well-exercised. Bella has been equally amazing, especially with overnight stays. Her special care for Dino and our cat, Rick, gives us peace of mind knowing our pets are in great hands when we’re away. We highly recommend DOTR for their exceptional service and genuine love for animals. Thank you, Melissa and Bella, for your dedication and care!

Dogs On The Run has been a life saving service for us, helping to always make sure our pup has his daily walk. We appreciate the concierge service, the fantastic dog walkers (shout out to Tracey!), and the sub walkers (yay, Alexis!). It is my daily joy to receive a picture of dog Levi on his walk with Tracey. Thank you for being so trusting and dependable, Dogs On The Run!

Lora from Dogs on the Run was absolutely fabulous! We went on a family ski trip for a little over a week and Lora watched over our pup. We have a 2 year old lab and love her so much. Lora treated her like family and took such good care of her. Every day she sent me photos and updates which was a nice bonus. I've attached a few of the photos she sent over while we were gone-it made me so happy to get these updates;) We will definitely be using her services again when we travel or anytime we need someone to watch over our pup. Highly recommend her and Dogs on the Run!

Dogs on the Run is a reliable pet service with exceptional walkers like Sophia, Hannah, and Heather, who captures amazing photos on their long adventure walks. Genie was always there for us in emergency situations, and we truly miss her. Owner April consistently ensures a great experience, providing follow-up after appointments and any changes in service. Highly recommend Dogs on the Run for all your pet care needs!

Toby is more than just a dog sitter; he's an exceptional caregiver who goes above and beyond to ensure Sasha's well-being. His attentiveness to her needs, coupled with his ability to engage her and adapt to her energy levels, truly sets him apart. What's remarkable is his deep knowledge of canine behavior, allowing him to tailor his care to Sasha's specific needs throughout the day. Witnessing Sasha's excitement as we approach Toby's house reassures me that she's in the best hands possible. Toby's regular updates, complete with videos and pictures, keep me at ease while I'm away, and I appreciate his dedication to ensuring Sasha's happiness and safety. He takes her on adventures all over town, which lights me up every time I see it. Recently, we tried boarding for the first time with Toby, and he exceeded all expectations. Sasha returned happy, mentally and physically stimulated, and well-rested. I wholeheartedly recommend Toby for his exceptional dog sitting and boarding services!

This is my first time using a pet sitter as my pup always travels with me, but when I could not take her on a recent trip, I turned to Dog on the Run. They were fantastic, very responsive, they paired me with the wonderful Jeanice who was an absolute angel!! She kept in contact, sent me pictures of my fur baby and they got along great!! She made my trip a carefree experience as I knew my Keely was in great hands! I highly recommend DOTR and Jeanice!!

DOTR is an OUTSTANDING DOG-SITTING RESOURCE, & they have sitters throughout a broad section of the country. We used them while traveling for a family event in Berkeley, CA. The sitter, JANA was a sweetheart, was punctual, & professional, & even advised us when she reached our hotel. As I requested, she kept us updated on our puppy's status throughout the time she took care of her throughout the 2 days we were there, walking her, playing with her favorite fetch balls, etc, She sent us numerous adorable photos for my phone, & thorough updates, further making me feel confident that our puppy was in excellent hands. I couldn't have been more pleased, & STRONGLY RECOMMEND "DOTR" for reliable, professional dog-sitting services.

Dogs on the Run came very highly recommended and they have been a life saver when I needed a pet sitter for my 20 lb pug mix dog. Right from the start, their professionalism was evident. They were fast to respond and asked me a series of pertinent questions regarding my dog's requirements and temperament, so that they can find a pet sitter who was the best match. Based on our discussion, they connected me to Shae. Shae is the best pet sitter I have worked with. Shae was always punctual. My dog, Chewy, instantly bonded with her. Shae followed all my instructions perfectly. Chewy can be leash reactive and hence walking him can be challenging, But Shae was very patient and careful with him. At the end of each session, she would send a detailed report along with pictures, which I very much appreciated. She was a pleasure to work with and I will be requesting her services on a regular basis. After every pet sitting gig, 'Dogs on the run' always followed up with me to get my feedback and ensure my satisfaction. I highly recommend DOTR and Shae for your pet sitting needs.

This was our first experience using Dogs on the Run to care for our two dogs while away on a 4 night trip. Hanna and Jordan were amazing!! They took great care of our fur babies and our home. Would recommend Dogs on the Run and Hanna + Jordan to anyone. :)

I can’t possibly express how much I love my pup’s sitter, Jan. She knew exactly how to make me feel comfortable with my dog staying in a new environment. She provides timely updates and is all around a wonderful human. My dog gets plenty of playtime and has made new doggy friends. I can’t recommend Dogs On The Run highly enough.it is amazing!

Tanya’s Ware Woof was exactly what I was looking for! I had a 2-day photoshoot in the north county area, but couldn’t find a dog day care that I felt confident leaving my best bud Bill with. Ware Woof is safe, intimate, with room to roam, and Tanya is warm & personable, making the dogs feel like they are part of her own pack. Grateful for all the updates, photos and stories for what Bill was up to. Will definitely be back, Tanya! Thank you so-so much for looking after my guy!

We have used the Ware Woof Pet Resort numerous times for boarding our 11 year old rat-terrier/shitzu mix, both for over night and week long boarding. Tanya always takes great care of Lola, and though the other dogs there are always of larger breeds, Lola has a great time with all her new friends! She always comes home to us renewed and is excited when she returns to the resort! I can’t think of a better place to take her when we go away.

I recently adopted an older dog who came with some serious separation anxiety issues. I was a mess just thinking about leaving him for an hour, let alone multiple days. After seeing how comfortable he was with Tanya, and how easy she made me feel a weekend apart would be, I decided to leave him at the Ware Woof Pet Resort in her care to go out of town with some friends. She was patient and thoughtful enough to let us come over prior to make sure all of the pups could get along before the plans were solidified. I received updates, pictures and check-ins throughout the trip and felt like I was right there with my old puppy the entire time. I was able to relax and knew she had it handled, feeling completely confident in her abilities, awareness and gift with dogs. ANYONE that asks me for a referral for a good dog sitter gets a raving intro to Tanya, and my dog ADORES her. She is THE best and the only person I would leave my dog with in complete confidence she's taking care of him as I would.

Tanya is great, accommodating, and is always quick to respond! Our Kona girl got along great with her pups and is looking forward to an upcoming 8-night stay. It’s so comforting to know your pup is in great, loving hands while away.

Spending a week in Carlsbad from the east coast, we were desperate to find a trusted doggy daycare. After researching, we found ware woof pet resort and couldn't have been happier! Tanya was extremely friendly and accommodating to our dynamic schedule - she was transparent throughout the process and would send picture and video updates of our dog :). Our dog has separation anxiety but felt right at home at Tanya's. Highly recommend ware woof pet resort - we will be going back when we're in the area next! Thank you Tanya!

Our Maizie LOVES Tanya and spending the night at the Ware Woof Pet Resort. It is a safe and wonderful place for her to be. Tanya is incredibly kind and gentle and plays close attention to the needs of each guest. We 've boarded Maizie for both short and multi-week visits and have always brought home a happy dog. Regardless of how long she is at the Resort, she returns to the Resort with her tail awagging...Maizie is so excited to see Tanya that she barks loudly at the gate (sorry about that! We're working on it!). We never worry about Maizie. We know she's well cared for, safe, happy, and having fun. If I could give 10 stars to this amazing woman and her wonderful Pet Resort, I would.

It was a wonderful place for my 2 pups while I was on vacation.Tanya is such a loving person and such a pet lover. Never had a worry at all. The photos and videos she sent to me while away was awesome. Thank you Tanya!!

Tanya is great! She sends multiple photos of how fun your pet is having.

Wonderful experience! Professional and personal! Tanya is the best!