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This was our first house/pet sit with @zeewoi and we were extremely pleased! Robert showed up when he said he would, he accommodated our timelines and our dog's scheduled routine. He left our home in excellent shape and we had a very happy, relaxed pup to come home to. It was important to us that Robert meet us via video chat or in person before we left and he went above and beyond. He sent photos of our dog, Cooper, and him throughout the sit and we could tell that Cooper was very happy with Robert. He responded immediately to our texts, giving him updates about our return. Communication is so important for making sure both the sitter and the house owners are confident in one another. Robert is very outgoing and friendly and we have 100% confidence in him to look after our home and our dog when we are away. We look forward to Robert providing another future home sit.
Brian was a wonderful sitter for our 11 year old dog and also took great care of our home. He sent me pictures every day and let me know how Macklin was doing which always helps ease my mind. Our home was clean and tidy when we returned and everything in its place. I'd recommend Brian to anyone looking for excellent care by a friendly person!
Robyn was a great pet sitter and house sitter. She went way over and beyond my expectations!!!! She sent a photo of her and my dogs and they were looking at her like they were in love. And my cats are not very friendly, but she won them over also. I would highly recommend Robyn as a pet sitter and house sitter. She is a very sweet lady. I would love to have her watch my babies again and again.
Stephanie was fantastic! Very organized and left our house sparkling clean. She also sent daily pictures/messages which we loved receiving. She took great care of our dog and our house. One of the best sitters we’ve had!
Great sitter and kept in contact regularly. Would gladly have her sit for my dog again.
Susan and Jim were amazing sitters for my 2 boys whilst I went to Portugal to play golf. Communication we had prior to the sit was excellent, and we were able to discuss the dogs in detail. They arrived the day before I was due to leave so we were able to have a good handover. They really looked after the dogs well, and my house was immaculate when I returned. I can't recommend them highly enough, just wished they lived in the UK so I could use them on a regular basis. Thank you Susan and Jim xx
Lynn and Ray were fabulous sitters, going above and beyond to take care of our home, yard, and rambunctious pup. Leaving him for three weeks was very difficult but we felt confident once we met them. They are great communicators, very professional, capable of handling any situation, and personable. Since they are fully self-contained in their van, they arrived a day early so we could show them the place, have our dog Bailey get comfortable with them (that was immediate ☺), and get to know them over dinner together. While on our trip, they sent us daily photos of Bailey, which we really appreciated, and updates on their activities. They took him hiking almost every day and kept him well exercised. Any issues that came up (e.g., our irrigation water ran dry a couple weeks in) they communicated to us and we were able to resolve them quickly. They also harvested ripe berries and squash for us and even harvested and dried tomatoes in our dryer. We spent our entire trip feeling assured that all things were being taken care of and feel ever so grateful that we found Lynn and Ray through TH. We returned from our trip to a house that was thoroughly cleaned (better than we left it ☺), with fresh sheets on the bed, and a happy dog. Five-star sitters for sure!
Romina and Ignas took amazing care of our two dogs and home while we were away! One of our dogs, Beau, is extremely high energy and it takes a special person so make sure he gets enough mental and physical stimulation each day. Romina kept us in the loop of his trips to parks and outdoor excursions. She was very thoughtful and responsive during our time away. Additionally, our home was in pristine shape when we returned from our trip. The rooms were clean and tidy and Romina left us such a thoughtful note. Romina and Ignas are top notch sitters and I'd highly recommend them to anyone with pets! Thank you so much, Romina and Ignas. Our dogs were so well cared for and loved.
Jim sat for my extremely shy rescue pup and new kitten for two weeks -- my pup struggles with new people, and is very fearful of men in particular. And yet, Jim was more successful with her than any sitter I've ever had: I can't recommend him highly enough. He has wonderful patience, a calm energy, and is a great communicator. He consistently updated me with photos and videos of my sweet girls enjoying the world with him, taking my dog on hikes and adventures to her favorite streams. He went above and beyond both for her (in meeting her needs and taking the time to get to know her personality), and also in caring for my home. I returned to such a cozy environment, a repaired wood stove, an organized wood pile and an at-peace dog and cat. Choosing Jim as a sitter is ensuring that your pets and home are getting the best of care, and his actions exemplify his kindness, generosity and thought taken in consideration of others. I hope to have him return many times in the future; the experience was a privilege both for myself and my pets.
Stephanie, Brian and baby Martin took fabulous care of our home and pets for two weeks. From the outset, communication was quick, smooth and friendly and it was clear that both Stephanie and Brian are reliable, professional and warm sitters who take all the various elements of a sit seriously. They kept us up to date with photos and messages, dealt proactively and competently with any unexpected issues that popped up, and most importantly showered our dogs and gerbils with attention and care throughout the time we were away. We returned to a spotlessly clean home (with thoughtful touches of fresh milk, bacon and bread waiting for us) and happy, settled pets. In short, we would recommend Stephanie and Brian to anyone looking for reliable, attentive and proactive sitters for their pets and home. We would be delighted to welcome them back for another sit, should they ever find themselves in the area again.
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Love this place! Our vet recommended this resort and I cannot say enough good things. I used to manage a doggy daycare so I am picky about where I leave my cat but immediately had amazing vibes from the staff. We had to board our cat for a week and they were very kind and calm at drop off and pick up. Sammi was well taken care of by the wonderful staff and was back to his chill self in no time when he came home. I also love that they have separate entrances for cats and dogs to help the animals be more calm.
They took great care of our pup ❤️ And they sent photos of her stay.
Our dog, Jack, was happy and healthy after 2 weeks at Furry Friends. I think he misses it!
Best place to leave your pets when you go on a trip. They send updates, and you can live view to check in while you’re gone if you book the suite. Only place we trust to take care of our Golden Retriever!
I’ve boarded my *reactive* special dog here three times and I cannot say enough great things about Furry Friends. It’s hard to find someone to thoughtfully care for your dog while you’re away and Furry Friends is just the place. My dog comes home well taken care of and I have peace of mind whenever I drop him off. I’m so glad we found this place for our dog whenever we cannot take him on trips with us.
I recently boarded my dog here, she is very fearful of people but the team here was so kind and patient with helping us make it work. They did a great job and made her feel so comfortable during her stay. I’ll definitely continue to bring her back in the future!
We took our new puppy here and she loves it. She gets downtime in her “room” as well as lots of play time in the yard. The staff is so welcoming and kind, they love our dog and it shows in how they greet her each time at drop off.
We've loved taking our dog to Furry Friends! They can get really booked up around holidays so make sure to call in advance. They rotate the dogs out in the yard so they get consistent play throughout the day and they make sure your dog is with the right group. Every time we've taken our dog for boarding or day care the staff make it clear that they are paying attention to the dogs while they're in the yard and making sure they're taken care of.
Our two dogs stayed here recently for a few nights. Both of them received awesome care and attention from the staff at Furry Friends Resort. Our 13 year old dog had never been boarded before, and within a day or so became extremely scared and fearful of the situation. The staff went above and beyond to help our old boy get as comfortable as possible, even going to our veterinarian to pick up some medication for him. Even though he was scared they never gave up and were attentive to him. The luxury suites are awesome for the dogs with bed and TV, they make it a point for the dogs to feel at home. The webcams are excellent to check in on our doggies! The play areas are nice as well. There is a clear emphasis on cleanliness. They also offer grooming during the stay. Really good experience at the Furry Friends Resort, highly recommended.
I’ve had such a good experience with Furry Friends Resort. My almost 3year old black lab/border collie mix can be an anxious girl. She doesn’t want to play with other dogs. The staff here is fantastic. They keep Stella on her routine schedule and spend time with her and she comes home happy! We’ve boarded Stella for three long weekends over the last seven months. I believe that because Stella sees familiar faces and they are so kind to her, that it has helped my dog be more confident and calm when she’s there. Also, the last two times we’ve picked her up, we noticed that she’s calmer when seeing other dogs and new people out on walks, which is a very nice change. I feel really good about leaving her in such good hands!!
Sue does such a great grooming job on my Schnauzer he looks like he is ready for the show ring. That's no surprise since she has had so many years showing her champion dogs. Jeri does a wonderful job with all the different breeds and is really quick with the toe nail clippers.
Great caring staff and they take expert care of your pets. Will give medications, special care for older pets boarded. Very knowledgeable with all breeds, but specialize in Terriers for grooming. We have used them for years with no problems or complaints at all. Fairly priced too.
I've boarded my dog and had him groomed here twice. Boarding price is very reasonable. They do a great job grooming. My dog sheds like crazy but after grooming, his shedding is not as bad.
Excellent groomer with true love for the dogs and their owners. My dog looked better than ever before.
My neighbor recommended Su-ets as a groomer so I thought I would give it a try. Dropped off my dog who is 14lbs but was not given a quote so I thought it would be comparable to other groomers. I asked if it would be about two hours and she said she would call me. After three hours, I called to get an update. They told me to come in 15 minutes. When I arrived, they went to get my dog. The owner asked if she had given me a quote and I replied "No". She said it'll be $70 which is way more than other places I've been. She agreed to reduce it by $5. When I gave her my credit card, she went out back to run it through the machine. The other groomers behind the wall thought I had left so they started talking about me. Calling me cheap and a liar. Saying "they wanted to charge me more but didn't". When the owner came back with the slip for me to sign, I could hear the groomers say "oh no...she was still there". I said "yes, I'm still here and I heard everything you said". The owner just stood there and didn't say a word or apologize for her employee's remarks. I couldn't believe that this is how they treat their customers. When I got home, the first thing my dog did was run to his water bowl and drank for what seemed like 45 seconds. I don't believe they gave my dog any water while he was there. Very disappointing.
I’ve been taking my Barkley there for years… Always professional. Always Great for Award Show Grooming and home away from place to stay💕 Love all the Staff. Especially Su Er herself. Highly recommend!!!!- Kevy& Barkley 🐶
I brought my 6 month Schauzer puppy for her grooming and they did such a professional job. She looked like a show dog after. I wish I would have found Su-ets a long time ago. I get a lot of compliments on my dogs cut.
I recently used Su-ets because I was having surgery and needed a place for my boy (9 year old dog who sleeps in my bed with me) while in the hospital and recovery afterwards. I've only had to kennel him once before in another state, so was afraid to leave him just anywhere. Everyone at Su-ets reassured me he would be well care for. They had him out for playing ball each day. I was able to call whenever I needed for updates on how he was doing without feeling like I was a bother. When I picked him up, he was happy to see me, but not in that drastic "where have you been and why did you leave me here?" way. He was well cared for, not stressed at all and obviously had his needs met. I recommend this kennel for anyone looking for a safe, caring and comfortable place for their dog for any reason!
OMG 😍 love this place the staff is super friendly they did a great job on my schnauzer mix POPS I Will definitely be bringing him back here thank you ladies you did an amazing job he and I are super happy and great prices too …
Excellent dog groomer we always kennel our dogs here when we leave town.
First, Amanda and her crew are amazing people and take very good care of our lil fur babies when where out of town. Secondly, our fur babies are always tired after there vacation from pets playhouse. Thanks again pets playhouse for all you do with our babies!
My dog came home with a cut on her eye lid. She had something green in her fur and she was very thirsty & exhausted. I'm not sure what went on there but I would say it's a very sketchy situation & I would never board her again at this place.
Hands down and 100% the best doggy daycare & boarding service out there!!! Amanda and her family loved my dog chance like he was their own. she time and time again went above and beyond in her care, communication, professionalism and deep love for my pup. My dog is a rescue, he is shy and not very trusting bust after 3 days of daycare with Amanda she quickly become one of his most favorite people. Leaving him with her for work or a trip was never hard on my heart because i knew he was probably have more fun with her than he dose with me. She feed my dog, snuggled him, took him on field trips, and threw him a birthday party. Needless to say, if your looking for a daycare or boarding service you will be hard pressed to find anything better than Amanda and her company.
Here's the review: Amanda is an amazing dog sitter and treats my Berkeley as if he was her own. She creates a great and safe atmosphere for the dogs and has a nice house to dog sit. The best thing about Amanda is her accommodations. She accommodates and rearranges her schedule to match mine. I recommend Amanda to anyone who wants their fur baby to feel safe and have a great time
My dog absolutely loves Pets Playhouse! He attends full-time and it is the best decision I have ever made. Amanda is so good with all of her fur babies! my dog gets so excited in the car knowing that we are headed there. He has so many friends and he is not stuck at home by himself all day while I'm at work. I highly recommend Pets Playhouse to anyone who wants their dog to be in a positive, playfull and safe environment. Amanda is also very accommodating when it comes to pick up and drop of times. With my job my schedule changes quite a bit and I have never had any problems!
Amanda is amazing! Her love of animals shows! If you want your fur babies taken care of as if they never left home you are in the right place! She will treat you and your pets like family so you can enjoy your time away without worry.
Amanda took care of my cat for a few months. It was definitely outside of her normal type of work but she was willing to help me out when I was in between apartments and needed my cat to have a place to stay. She would let me come visit him frequently and treated him just like the family. She was responsive to my questions and I never had any concerns. Thank you for helping me out!
I took my dog Mami to Pets Playhouse while I was on a business trip. Amanda was amazing. She cared for my little buddy as if she were her own dog. My dog was well cared for, happy and content when I picked her up. I'm a frequent traveler and will be using Amanda's pet sitting services in the future.
Amanda and her family take amazing care of our golden doodle when we are out of town! So much better than boarding with a kennel! The dogs are well loved in a family environment. Thanks Amanda.
My Poodle Noodle loves Amanda and her family. I think he loves them more than me lol. I started a new job where I work from home most days. I thought he could stay home with me on those days, well he cried all day long! Now I work from home and he goes to Doggie daycare 💁♀️ As long as he is happy!
My 3 girls had an outstanding time. Teddy was so happy to have her constant human connection and was taken care by the staff. Everyone took care of my girls as if they were there own. I loved being able to watch them daily while on vacation. That made it easier to relax and enjoy my time away. I wish I had names to Thank Staff individually for their support and care. My girls had so much fun I didn't think they would want to leave.
Everything about Camp Bow Wow was AMAZING! All the staff were super friendly and helpful. They were very accommodating and kind. They helped us through the straightforward dog interview process and then we could have our girl Moxie attend camp and stay overnight. We signed Moxie up for extra cuddle time, and the staff team sent us photos of cuddle time, and you could just see how happy Moxie was. It made us feel so much more comfortable seeing how kind and caring the staff team was at every aspect of the camp experience. We also loved the live camera feed that allowed us to check in on our girl while she was at camp. I also have to say that they do a wonderful job regarding sanitation procedures. When we checked in on our Moxie via the cameras, we always saw someone cleaning up or tidying up. They do a great job of ensuring the kennels and the various play areas are clean and sanitary. If you are looking for a clean, loving place to board your four-legged friend or even just need a fun day camp to take your dog to, we HIGHLY RECOMMEND CAMP BOW WOW! We had an amazing experience and will definitely be returning for more camps in the future.
Everyone is always so happy and kind. They make my pet feel like the most special dog to walk through their doors. Love the camper cams too! The crafts and enrichments are also very funny - the texts with pictures are always a highlight! When Arlo is at camp for daycare or boarding I know he is among friends who care about him!
Everything about Camp Bow Wow El Cajon is outstanding! I love being able to check in on my dog on the camper cams and seeing her safe and sound and happy. I want to give a shout out to the groomer there in particular! I have a long-haired dog who loves to get dirty and the camp groomer not only bathed her and cut her hair perfectly (and put little bows in her hair, omg so cute), she also took the time to take care of any knots in between her toes and all those hard to reach places. My dog for sure walks a little taller after a groom, she knows she looks good!! Thank you Camp Bow Wow!
We will not be returning - I was overcharged, my dog was injured, and my dog was not fed. This facility is obviously mismanaged and does not treat animals properly. I originally made a reservation for Labor Day weekend 8/28-9/3 for the Camp Bow Wow in Midway, but it closed. I was contacted to move my reservation to the El Cajon location. I was never told that there would be an upcharge for the Holiday even after multiple phone calls. I was also not told about any shift in hours. Upon dropping our dog off, we were charged $10 per day for the Holiday weekend. I could understand being charged for 1 or 2 days, but why charge me extra for the whole weekend? I complained and received a refund, but it made me worried about leaving our dog there. After just 1 day, we received a call that our dog had a deep scratch on his face. We were extremely worried, but they didn't feel it was necessary to call the vet or have him be picked up. The most frustrating part is that they don't know how the scratch happened. Our dog does not play rough and usually keeps to himself. I continued to check in with them every 1-2 days to make sure the scratch was healing. When it got to Labor Day, I texted them at 10am to check on our pup. I did not receive an answer, and there were no dogs running around on the videos. I kept checking throughout the day, but I never saw activity on the videos. At 3pm, I texted again and called - no answer + no activity on the videos. They finally called me back at 4pm and told me that they were closed on Sundays and Holidays from 10am-4pm. They told me that the dogs don't get let out for daycare but simply get let out to go to the bathroom for a few minutes - WHY WERE THEY TRYING TO CHARGE ME EXTRA WHEN MY DOG WAS STUCK IN A KENNEL FOR TWO DAYS IN A ROW? The absolute worst part of the entire experience is that they did not feed my dog. My dog has lost 5 pounds. In his 9 years of life, he has never looked emaciated like he does now; his ribs and hip bones are showing. I sent him with 2 gallon-sized bags full of food, which was measured out perfectly for the time he was supposed to be there. I HAD ONE FULL BAG OF FOOD LEFTOVER. I communicated multiple times with them about how much food he should receive. I included my own scooper with markings for clarity. I told them to put water in his food if he was not eating. On his report card, they marked that he fully ate breakfast and dinner, which can't possibly be true. IN REGARDS TO THEIR RESPONSE: MY DOG IS ALLERGIC TO CHICKEN!!! I am traumatized on my dog's behalf. We will never be returning. I would have paid double to avoid this experience.
Recently picked up my dog and found out they were covered in fleas from my groomer. Called Camp Bow Wow to give them a heads up and the woman on the phone was cold and rude. She was “mhmm” me and treated me like I was wasting her time because I was crazy. At the end she gave me a “anything else I can help you with” No apology or question about the dog’s well-being. Disappointing interaction. Says a lot about how some of their staff care for the dogs. Should have been handled with more kindness and courtesy.
This place really impressed me. The facility is clean, modern, the staff are just awesome and you can tell they love animals. I loved that I could watch my pups on their free app via a live feed. My pups were very well taken care of. The staff clearly communicated with me and gave me a report card. I felt so comfortable leaving my dogs with them!
We just love Camp Bow Wow. Our pup is so happy when we pull into the parking lot and sort of sad to leave when we pick her up. Thank you for all the care you give to our baby girl!
The staff is fantastic and very willing to do what help in a variety of ways. Taking it easy with the dogs and easing into a comfortable place, not just throwing them in without adjustment. I will continue to come here whenever I need boarding. The camera's were a big selling point as well, I love being able to check in on my boys whenever I get a moment, and Camp Bow Wow keeps them on a pretty consistent schedule so I know to expect them in certain areas as a certain time
My pup loves Camp Bow Wow!!! She is excited to go in the mornings. Camp Bow Wow has a good balance of play time and rest time. Zoey is safe and comfortable while I am at work. This peace of mind is very important to me.
This place is great! The staff is friendly, and my dogs Niko and Nala are always super happy and excited when I leave them there. I've been bringing them there for years. Asia did an awesome job of brushing them last time I was there. Can't say enough good things about them.
Could not be more pleased with the facility and care the owner and employees provide. They treat animals like their own. They will even send update videos if you’re missing your pup. They handle all size dogs. I have a corso and he loves being able to run around without issues.
Left my 4 pound Morkie here in the past with no issues. This time around, my puppy lost so much weight during his 10-day stay there. I left more than enough kible and soft dog food for his stay, but I was never told if he wasn't eating or if he was stressed out. In fact, I never received an update on how my dog was doing via text like I have in the past. I also found him on a top cage when I had requested he be placed on a bottom one since he can be a jumper. Since he's so small, I brought his own dishes, but when I picked him up, they didn't have his water dish inside his kennel. They had a small bucket hanging instead, which im doubting he could reach into. I won't be leaving my dog here again.
I have nothing but high praise for Greywood Kennels in Lakeside. My dog Mac has spent weeks there over the past year the times I could not take him with me on my travels. He loved going to Greywood and the staff were always happy to see him. It is like going to a hotel and spa! And affordable! Sadly, Mac passed this past week. However, when I ever need to kennel my animals, Greywood Kennels will be my first choice!
Very friendly staff, knowledgeable as well. Very accommodating at relatively inexpensive prices. We boarded a cat for five days for less than $200, which includes them giving the insulin shots twice a day.
We've been taking our beloved dog to Greywood Kennels for about a year for both doggy day care and overnight stays when we're out of town. I can't say enough about the wonderful experience we've had each time. The staff at Greywood Kennels genuinely cares for our furry friend and always makes us feel confident that she's in good hands. Our dog is always excited to go to Greywood, and it's evident that she has a great time during her visits. The workers consistently provide a warm and welcoming environment for both us and our pet. They take the time to get to know our dog's personality and specific needs, ensuring that she feels comfortable and well-cared for. It's such a relief to know that our dog is loved and well-looked after whenever we can't be there for her ourselves. We wholeheartedly recommend Greywood Kennels for both doggy day care and extended stays. They've truly become our dog's home away from home.
Very friendly staff and our dogs are always well taken care of.
Recommended to us by a dog trainer, I have no complaints with Greywood. They are kind and professional and take care of our dog. We always take him here for any long term boarding. Sometimes I feel like he has too much fun there that when he gets home, he can’t wait to go back already lol. We live 30 min away from greywood and make the drive every single time because they are worth it
My pup loved this place! He had so much fun he didn't even realize I was there to pick him up. Staff is super nice and welcoming. I liked that it was a homey environment, not like the others in town that seemed like an institution. Dogs are able to play and roam all day, not locked up for the majority of their day and no extra fees. They also accept unaltered which was a huge plus. We will be booking again for daycare and we will be using them for boarding when we go on vacation this summer.
I was so nervous when I due to a family emergency had to find a boarding place for 3 weeks for our 5 month old puppy. I visited several places before I found Greywood Kennels. Greywood Kennels is a smaller family own kennel and I got a good feeling of the place right away. The owners and staff are super nice and treat the pets like they are their own. The dogs are not just all thrown together like they do at many boarding facilities, but they are sure to personalize every dog’s needs. Dogs get the playtime they need with dogs they get along with. They understand the owners concerns as well and Sheila sent me pictures, videos and updates of our puppy throughout the stay. I was so glad to pick up a happy, clean and well cared for puppy after the stay. It was easy to see that she had got the socialization she needed at that young age, a lot of love, playtime with the staff as well as with other dogs. I can’t thank them enough and I’m so happy to have found a kennel that I can trust to take care of our puppy also in the future.
I’m finally getting around to writing a review, and it’s a glowing one! Our dog has stayed with Crystal and Dustin a few times now, and each experience has been excellent. They truly love and care for their boarders, and we were comfortable leaving our anxious dog with them. Cookie always did so well, and benefited greatly from the socialization. Crystal kept in touch via text with updates and pictures, which added to our peace about leaving her. Hands down would recommend them!
Mozart our Pug loved his staycation here
Kathleen has just started cat sitting for my babies. I feel like I won the lottery in finding her! From the first phone call (loved her vibe) to the meet and greet she was so caring and receptive. Her referrals checked out and the rest is history. My cats are both seniors and do require some extra care with meds. She gives my Sassy eye drops 2x a day with no issues. Communication is great! I always receive a text and pics during or after each visit. This means the world to me while not at home and able to take care of my girls. Kathleen is one in a million and you can't go wrong with her and her business. I would give her 100 stars if I could!
Our family and our pets love Kathleen! Our little guys look forward to seeing her for their walks. Kathleen is always professional and very friendly!
Kathleen is dependable, responsible, and absolutely loves animals. She has pet sat for my two reactive and sometimes skittish dogs. They both love her I know I can count on them being safe and well cared for with her.
Bringing my pet to Kathleen has been one of the easiest and best experiences I’ve had with pet services. Not only did I see a boost of confidence in my dog, but she also was getting all the exercise she needed. Having kathleen and her family take care of my pet has been a wonderful experience. I know my puppy loves going over she gets so excited. she knows shes loved at Kathleens.
I highly recommend Kathleen as a pet sitter. I have known her for many years. She cares deeply about animals, and has rescued, fostered, and pet sat for countless animals of all kinds over the years. She provides a loving, safe, and comfortable space for pets. My dogs both love her!
Kathleen is great with all animals. We have birds, dogs and cats. Even our one dog that hides from EVERYONE has come up and sat on her feet. I love her positive reinforcement techniques. Her compassion truly shines through.
Kathleen has set up her home to be very dog friendly and treated our girls like her own. Her backyard is set up to allow outside time but well fenced, which was very important for our rescue who likes to find a way out. She only books one client at a time so we knew our dogs would just be interacting with hers. Recommended her to a relative who has already used her for a couple of extended stays - highly recommend!
November 2024 was the first trip my family has taken since we adopted our German Shepherd, Charlie. She doesn't like being alone and is generally mild tempered. I was nervous trying to figure out a place to house her while we were out of town for a week. We initially looked into a doggy hotel but weren't too thrilled about the limited outside playtime or being potentially medicated if she was too anxious/barking uncontrollably. Charlie isn't an aggressor by any means but she'll stand her ground if barked at. By a stroke of luck I was able to find Kathleen's Pause-4-Paws. I took a leap of faith and trusted everything was going to be ok. We met with Kathleen and her pups before I dropped off Charlie and they all got along well. Charlie has a good sense of people's aura's and she felt comfortable with Kathleen from the very beginning which put me at ease immediately. Kathleen is very warm and inviting. You can just sense how much she loves animals. She kept me updated while I was out of town. With permission she posted video's of Charlie on social media. She sent me links so I could see her. Kathleen was great with communicating and answering any questions I had. It was so nice to be away for a family wedding and not have to stress about how Charlie was doing. I knew she was getting plenty of outside time and playtime. Kathleen was gracious enough to give Charlie treats. Charlie became her shadow and I'm glad Kathleen was ok with that. I hated the idea of Charlie being in a crate for too long every day for a week. Kathleen only takes 1 pet owner's pet at a time and reduces the risk of any potential harm to herself, other dogs, and most importantly, my pup. I'm glad this option worked out so well for us. Definitely would recommend Pause-4-Paws for your pet sitting needs!!
Kathleen is awesome and takes amazing care of our doggos whenever we’ve needed a place for them while we’re away! From feeding, playtime, and text updates with cute pictures, she’s does a great job of communicating with us to make sure that there’s nothing for us to worry about. Highly recommend her services!
Kat provides warm and loving care for day visitors and overnight fur babies. They love to snuggle on her lap or couch. Her beautiful dogs Patsy and her tripod , Champ, are great companions. I recommend her highly.
LOVE THIS CAMP!!! Had a great first day experience with my mini schnauzer, I couldn’t see her on the camera and when I called to ask the workers on the phone and ask if they can see her. They not only checked in on her but put her in front of the camera and gave her extra rubs and attention. I really appreciated how sweet and respectful they are ! Will be continuing coming to this camp!
I just can't say enough good things about this place! I've been bringing our lab, Winnie, here for about 5-6 months now. We have done day-camp on a regular basis, and boarded her a few times now. We have had nothing but good experiences. The entire staff is wonderful and really cares about the dogs. The new location on Pioneer is amazing, with well placed cameras so you can watch your pup during the day. They are SO accomodating to any specific needs, and its clear they make effort to get to know each dog indivudally. Winnie is exhausted after a half day of camp because she gets to run around in their yard non-stop. The staff does a really thorough job of vetting and interviewing each dog they allow in, so I never have to worry about Winnie being exposed to any aggressive dogs. 10 out of 10.. HIGHLY recommend to anyone with a well-socialized pup.
My Aussie maple absolutely loved going to camp run a mutt and we’ve always had a great experience until she came home with an obvious puncture wound and my fiance had gotten no info other than she got scratched. When i called and spoke to someone the lady assured me there wasn’t a scuffle that they saw. I’m sorry but working in a vet office for 5 years i know a bite wound when i see one. I feel as if it was handled very poorly for the amount that we pay to bring our dog there. Sadly we won’t be returning.
Camp run a mutt staff are very kind and helpful. I had to drop my dog off for boarding due to a last minute family emergency and they made sure to find out if they could take him with such short notice and they did with no hassle. I am very grateful for their flexibility given the stressful time of not knowing our return date. They also cut his nails since they noticed how long they were and I really appreciate that! Thank ypu so much for your hard work!
We’ve been sending our dogs here for years and they’ve always been great! The staff are kind and thoughtful and the setup is really nice. Our dogs are anxious types and the people who work here are really patient and kind with them.
I bring my 1 year old husky mix Quinn there once a week for doggie day care and on occasion for multi night boarding when I travel. She LOVES it. Gets loads of playtime - after her doggie daycare days she is worn out that evening and the day after so I love it too as it gives me a couple walking/hiking break days. Quinn also loves the water play area a lot. The staff are super friendly, they seemed to all know Quinn after just a couple of visits, other dogs also all friendly in my experience. I highly recommend!!!
I love using Camp Run-A-Mutt for daycare! My dog is always insanely happy when we arrive, and he is treated well by kind, friendly employees. I trust the staff here and know they are caring for my dog and ensuring he has the best experience in a fun, safe environment. Camp Run-A-Mutt's outdoor space means I have to worry less about potential illnesses; at a different facility in El Cajon, the dogs spent too much time in a cold, indoor space where they could get sick easier. Camp Run-A-Mutt is clean and my dog has never had an issue here. I highly recommend this location.
I can't say enough good things about this place. Amazing! I was referred by a neighbor and have been coming ever since for about a year now...on average about once/week to let my energetic husky get some quality exercise and play time with his fellow dog friends. I have also had my pup stay a couple different times for overnight stays. The quality interaction with the staff and dogs there is genuine, gentle and so very appreciated. I also love that they do initial personality testing to make sure the incoming camp members will get along with the other pooches. This creates a much calmer and happier environment for your furry family member. Highly recommend!
We started taking our puppy Otis here so he could socialize with other dogs and not be board while we were working all day from home! I’m so glad we did!!! Molly, Mike, and all the staff are AMAZING! They treat our pup well, and love the hell out of him! Recently they had a foster come in that I fell in love with so I adopted him! They were amazing throughout the entire process! My boys love going to camp and I love knowing they are well cared for and will be exhausted when they get home! This place is the best around!!!
Clifford loves to go to camp. Great people run it and we feel more than safe to have him camp overnight when needed. Highly recommended!