Pet Sitters in Northwest, Spokane

I never review anything, but the service I got from Pet Pals was beyond any expectation. If you have any pet sitting needs I highly recommend them. My two cats were happy and content when I got home and it was obvious Pam went above and beyond to keep them calm, which is no small feat for my two skittish rescue cats. I cannot stress enough how great the service was and not to mention very affordable, even for a poor graduate student like myself haha

Pam and her family have been sitting for our large dog & 2 cats since I found Pet Pals on Angie’s list in 2015. We take between 8-10 trips a year. Some are just overnight & some are weeklong. She is professional & does little extras like raising & lowering shades, bringing in mail, and moving garbage cans to protect our home. Our beloved animals always seem relaxed & happy when we get home. I have recommended Pet Pals to all my friends.

Pam and her family are hard working, honest people! They go out of their way for their customers. We have been always hado great experiences with them! Highly recommend their services.

Won Best In Spokane 6 Years in a Row

THey are the best you can depend on them.

Simply The Best Pet Sitter In Town!!!

Our dog loves his walks!

Outstanding. Recommended

Thank you!

Patty is the best! I’ve never used a pet sitter before and was feeling a little anxious about leaving the fur babies while I was away for longer periods of time. She sent me updates/pictures every day and from our first meeting, I could tell she was reliable and an animal lover. I’ve worked with her a couple of times now and feel at peace knowing she’s taking care of my kitties. She is wonderful and I’m so grateful that I found her!

We recently went on vacation and for the first time, our friends/neighbors were not able to care for our dogs. Our older guy, Buddy has never been in a kennel and has very high anxiety. I was so stressed about who was going to take care of them, that I had a difficult time getting excited about our trip. I found a business card for Ponderosa Patty that I got a year ago from our vet, and called her. It was short notice but she was very accommodating and eager to assist. We dropped them off the night before and she and her husband took time to talk with us so we could get to know them, their routine and to be comfortable. We had given Buddy anxiety medication and instructed Patty to give it to him when the shaking started. She constantly sent me pictures of Buddy happy and our other dog Sammy, going for walks, tails wagging. Riding in cars on her husband's lap, laying on them sleeping in their home, etc. Buddy NEVER had to have anxiety meds! They are very calm and loving with the animals and the animals knew it. I am so happy to have found Patty and will happily call her next time we need her. Thank you Patty for giving our dogs so much love and comfort and easing OUR anxieties!

We have taken several trips and have left the care of our dogs, parakeets, and home to Spokane's Best Pet Sitter. Patty is a most professional, trustworthy, and dependable individual who has shown a sincere interest and care for our pets. We received photos almost daily along with any questions or concerns related to our time away. We go away with complete peace of mind and confidence that everything will be taken care of while we are gone. We highly recommend her services.

“Ponderosa Patty is absolutely the best caretaker for our large number of animals we have on this small farm. She has given all of them great care and we feel very comfortable leaving them in her hands when we are out of town. We have 5 horses, 3 cats, 3 chickens, 2 dogs and a handicapped large tortoise as well as a few bee hives. Patty walks the dogs as well as feeding and watering all the animals. I feel very comfortable with her knowledge and skill as an animal caretaker and my dogs love her! She sends us pictures of all of them too which we love! Thank you Patty!!”

A million stars ⭐️! Patty is so trustworthy and loving to my pups! I feel lucky 🍀 that my pups have her when I’m gone. She spoils them and sends me updates everyday❤️ thank you Patty for your care and attention to my dogs and home. I hope you know how amazing and appreciated you are 💕⭐️🙌. …

The name is correct, Patty is the BEST pet sitter in Spokane!! My entire family recently went on vacation together so this was the first time I've ever had to use a pet sitter for my cats and looking for someone on the internet can be scary and daunting. I am SO glad I found Patty! She took such great care of our cats and made sure that even our shy one got some love too. I am SO thankful to have found her, it made our vacation so much more enjoyable knowing our fur babies were well taken care of! Will forever recommend her to anyone that needs a pet sitter!

“We have used Ponderosa Patty for several years. She is very efficient and my cats LOVE her. When we come home they act like they never noticed we left. She loves on each and every one of them…We had 4 cats and a bunny…and even my cranky old man cat came out for her. She is so flexible with scheduling it makes everything easier. Patty is wonderful! ”

Ponderosa Patty has been so great watching our cat Binx the two times we have used her!! She sends pictures every visit so you can see that your pet is being well taken care of!! I would definitely recommend her and will be using her for our future trips!!

Patty took excellent care of my pup while we were away. She gave regular updates and took extra care to make sure our nervous doggo felt comfortable around her. We will be booking her again for future trips.

Patty was wonderful with my 2 kitties. She accommodated the special needs of the one that is 16. I loved that she sent me pictures and texts each day to keep me informed. She is very easy to communicate with and very responsive to questions. I think her price is very fair for the services she provides which included giving medication to my old girl. Would give her more stars if I could. I know I can travel now with confidence when Patty is taking care of my kitties.

With so many choices we have, we always choose play n stay! I never worry about their care. We were gone 7 nights and our dogs had fun and were well cared for!

I was thrilled to find such an experienced and compassionate provider for my beloved pooches. Everyone at Play N Stay accommodated my concerns for my 16 year old labradoodle as well as those for my very fearful 1 1/2 year old micro mini bernedoodle. I look forward to having Plan N Stay care for my pooches whenever I need a place for them to stay in the future. Thank you to all of the staff at Play n Stay.

Our pup always comes home happy and tired! We trust the Play N Stay team to provide a safe environment for our Ginny every time we leave town, which is really comforting. The team is communicative, kind, and you can tell they truly care about the dogs. We're happy to have this spot be our go-to dog daycare/boarding place in Spokane.

I have taken my German Shepherds to Play & Stay for years for daycare and boarding. P & S personnel are outstanding, professional, and do a stellar job in taking care of my dogs.

Wonderful experience! I boarded my two small dogs for several days with great results. My Chihuahua came home happy as a clam! My Chinese Crested, who has always been skittish and sensitive, came home calm and relaxed. He is now a more balanced dog and I couldn’t be happier. Love this place! Highly recommend!

Play N Stay is wonderful! They have a smooth process, quick and easy drop off and pick up, and sincere care and concern for our lil fur loved ones. Very friendly staff and reasonable rates!

We have appreciated the flexibility of the staff at Play N Stay regarding our dogs. Our now deceased Tassie Etta had issues with small dogs and they handled it in a way that she was well socialized but the little ones were safe. Now our husky Sasha gets so excited when she realizes where we are. They handle her high energy very well so she doesn't spend too much time in time out. That is all to say, they pay attention to the individual dogs needs.

We have had multiple dogs board at Play n Stay and they always have a great time. Even our slightly nervous dogs (nervous at new places) were only nervous at the beginning of their visit. I love how you can customize what you want for your dog during their stay. Were even considering having our dog join the weekday play groups.

We love.love this place. As soon as we turn on this street, my dog gets so excited. They are kind and great here. We even travel from across town just for our dog to be here. Worth it! Boarding-we definitely love the option of peanut butter and cuddles. Our lab loves company so it's nice to know they will spend a little time with him. Also, the option to bathe him while there is super nice. We also use their day care services specially once in a while. It's great. Super easy fast drop off and easy pick up. Easy reservations online and they are pretty quick at getting back to you if needed. Update. Still love this place. Love the workers love that they are always kind. Love that my labrador is so happy being there and is worn out when I get him back.

We absolutely loved sending our girl to Play & Stay! They were so welcoming and scheduling her daycare online was so easy! We moved out of Spokane otherwise she would still be going! 🥰 …

I highly recommend Auntie Linda's to care for your sweet fur baby when you are away. She provides a home setting which makes Pugsley very happy. We would never want him to feel like he was going back to the kennel that he was rescued from. She has an amazing pet friendly and fun backyard for her visitors. Pugsley gets lots of love and even some lap time. He has so much fun playing with his friends and she is great about texting pictures and messages while we are away. Great communication and great rates make Auntie Linda's our first choice for our Pugsley. We have taken Pugsley to Auntie Linda's for over four years and we will never go anywhere else. You can see by the expression on his face that Pugsley also loves Auntie Linda's.

I have used Auntie Linda’s pet sitting for three years for our cat Rogue. She has baby sat Rogue for a few days to two weeks. Rogue has always been taken care of and dotted over. It has been a great experience and I have never worried. Recently, we had a family emergency and needed to leave town for a few days. I was desperate and reached out to her. She was still able to make accommodations and get Rogue a place to stay on short notice. She is amazing! I will continue using her in the future for our 14 year old cat Rogue when we take vacations

Linda is great and she will take care of your pet like her family. Our dogs had a great experience at her pet resort.

Auntie Linda took great care of our 3 cats for over a week. She was very accommodating and reasonably priced. She also sent us texts with photos and updates on how they were doing. Our cats looked happy and well taken care of when we went to pick them up and it was clear they had a great week! I highly recommend Auntie Linda's boarding service.

We have been with Linda for years, and trust our priceless animals with her. She deeply cares about everyone's well being. That being said, she is a pet sitter, and not a kennel. If your pet requires extra care, call her she'll gladly discuss what she is and isn't capable of.

This week will be the 3rd time I have entrusted Auntie Linda with caring for my fragile 18 yr old kitty girl. Frieda has a neurological conditionn and is losing muscle strength in her back legs, so can jump maybe 6 inches, and often loses her balance. Instead of the typical tall cat condo with many shelves, Linda came up with using a wide/long bunny cage, which fit her bed, litterbox and food just right. She always sends pictures and text updates on how she was doing; extremely soothing to a far-away purr parent. Her ability to be flexible to owners & pets is amazing! This week I'll be going for surgery, and I don't know if I'll need to leave her there for 2 days or a week depending on the outcome. Linda didn't bat an eye and said let me know when you know Frieda is always welcome here. Although she often has a mix of pets there at one time, her home is clean, friendly, inviting and happy. I told her last time I was there I thought she was undercharging, but she said I want it this way for folks who just aren't able to afford the pricier places. THAT is the kind of woman and caregiver Linda is. Absolutely could not ask for better!

Linda took good care of my rabbit while I was away for a month. She kept sending pictures of the rabbit regularly. She took great care of my Oreo (rabbit) and now he is back home. Definitely recommend her.

Linda is awesome! She took great care of our cat, and gave him a lot of attention!! She would send us a pic of him almost every day, and give us an update. Her rates are frickin unbelievable as well!!!

Absolutely not! If I can rate this no stars I would! Took my dog here she’s a girl. And this lady had already dogs there and released them to meet my dog and the male German shepherd attacked my dog! Absolutely not ok! Maybe next time you let your dogs meet a strangers pet put them on a leash. We tried to pull my girl away and her dog kept coming and with another right behind my baby, myself and my boyfriends mother were holding our dog and she was terrified! She’s terrified to even go in the car now because she thinks she has to come back to this awful place. I would like to mention Linda did mention she would pay for the vet bill but this not just about money my dog is terrified.

So glad I found Auntie Linda’s! I left my two cats under her care to go on a trip for three weeks. I felt no worries leaving them with her, and she frequently sent pictures of them. I recommend her and I will continue using her services! She is also very sweet. :)

I love the employees and my dog seems to love it. It's always clean and they're super friendly. I love that they offer nail grinds and baths. My dog comes here for boarding and daycare pretty often, and we plan to keep coming! The staff are willing to work with people which is awesome. I sometimes forget to give my doggo breakfast and they feed him or mix up the day I'm picking him up from boarding and the call to clarify 🤦🏼‍♀️

I have a 7 month old golden retriever, Josie, and she can be a lot as a puppy with little to no socialization skills with other dogs. Today was her first day or socialization day at Updawg Pet Hotel and Daycare and it went better than I could have ever imagined. First, I am a helicopter dog parent so I am already nervous about having others watch my dog, but then to have someone else introduce her to a group of dogs terrified me. But the staff was amazing! The owner, Travis, walked me through all the questions and calmed all my nerves. And every other staff member was so kind to Josie and me. You can text when your dog is with them for an update and they respond really quickly! Not only did I book her boarding stay, I also signed up for more doggy daycare because I felt so comfortable with Josie in their care. Peace of mind has no price tag, but somehow this place also has the best rates I’ve seen. Thank you so much for the best experience! (Also, cheers to the new ownership group! Not only does Travis provide military discount, he is also a Vet.)

**Exceptional Care and Service for Our Pup!** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We've been taking our dog to Updawg for about four years, and couldn't be happier with the care and attention he receives. Whether it's for daily daycare or extended boarding, the staff consistently go above and beyond to ensure our dog is happy and well-cared for. They've always been incredibly patient and understanding, even when we have last-minute requests. Our dog can be a bit of a handful—he's vocal and can be challenging at times—but the team handles him with such care and expertise. They never rush us when we have questions and always take the time to make sure we feel comfortable and informed. It's clear that everyone at Updawg genuinely loves what they do, and it shows in the way they treat the dogs and their owners. Highly recommend as a reliable and loving place for furry family member. They have earned our trust and gratitude over the years, and we wouldn't take our dog anywhere else!

My doggo Fawnzie absolutely loves going to daycare here. He gets so very excited to go in and always wants to take his friends (other doggos and staff) home with him. It is a great place for him to socialize and get his energy out while I am at work. I can definitely tell that he is well taken care of and cared for while here.

We have been taking Gizmo here for a little over a year. He was a covid puppy and therefore not socialized properly. Very fearful of others and the first daycare place didn't work out at all. Had to cut my trip short to rescue him. This place has been a lifesaver!! They socialized him and he does fine with other dogs and can be left there for boarding even. Very much appreciative of the hard work,knowledge and care they put into their jobs.

Best thing ever! My 3 year old lab (still full-on puppy) sits at the door every day waiting to go to daycare to see his friends. When I pick him up in the afternoon he is asleep in the backseat literally before I pull out of the parking lot. The activity and socializing helps him keep his weight down (labs love to eat!) and has made him more social with new dogs. Wonderful kind people. Great hours of operation too. They open early and I can even pick him up on Sundays if he is boarding. Bill

My pups CANNOT wait to get out of the car when we pull into the parking lot. They have become so much more social and friendly towards people and other dogs since coming to daycare. All the employees at Updawg are amazing! I’m so impressed they know all the dogs by name, their personalities and many by their bark! Highly recommend!

Our pup Rufus loves going to daycare at Updawg! He knows when we grab his leash in the morning that he gets to go play with his friends and gets so excited. Rufus had also stayed overnight and likes that too. Rufus is a sensitive, anxious boy so being alone doesn’t work for him. Updawg has been a life saver for us. The staff is friendly and experienced at loving dogs. Updawg also offers baths which is awesome because Rufus doesn’t let us wash him often. He isn’t a bath guy, but the staff at Updawg manage to get him clean and smelling good. Updawg offers extras to help their overnight guests feel safe and cozy including treats and one on one time which is also really helpful. Change and traveling can be stressful for Rufus. Leaving him at Updawg gives is peace of mind that he will be okay and have a good time.

This place used to be called Jeanie’s doggy Daycare. There has been a huge difference since the new ownership! Super friendly and always happy to see my pup! My dog loves going here and hanging with all the other dogs!

Jenna, my German Shepherd, loves going to Updawg. When I tell her we're going there she gets very excited, tail goes crazy, jumps around with excitement and runs to the car. If I need to take a detour, she cries until she recognizes we're on a familiar road to doggie day care. The staff is caring and it's obvious they all love dogs. When I need to board her, I never worry about her when I'm away. I know she's happy and well taken care of. I'm extremely happy with their services.

I wish I could leave 11 stars. Paradise Pet is one of the best things we ever did for our pup. Staff is knowledgeable, friendly, and really cares about your dog. We started taking Benji to daycare around 5 months old and it quickly became his favorite place ever. We also boarded him here multiple times. He always came home tired and happy. Staff informed us on any positive or negative behaviors that day. The facility is clean, spacious, with enrichment classes available. Grooming is well done and affordable as well. The frequent photos to Facebook make us so happy, especially when we’re out of town. Our dog is 100+ lbs and has high excitability. I felt extremely confident leaving him with the staff, they have clearly worked with many types of dogs and know what each breed, age, temperament needs. In contrast, we recently moved to a new city and tried a couple doggie daycares here and can’t stop thinking about how lucky we were to have Paradise Pet. We genuinely didn’t know how bad some places out there can be (dog comes home smelling like urine, dehydrated, hadn’t gone potty recently - to name a few) and now that we’ve seen both sides, I can confidently say Paradise Pet is the best of the best. We miss you all!

We love Paradise Pet Resort! When we first were looking for a place to board our dogs, we were able to do a trial run and also take a tour of the facility. It’s very clean, well maintained, and the staff makes sure to have a safe environment. Our dogs have been boarded here countless times and we have always been more than satisfied with the care our dogs receive while we are away. We especially love the almost daily photo updates! Thank you PPR for giving us peace of mind!

Our dog, Marius, has been coming here since he was a puppy and they’ve always been phenomenal with him! When we added our second dog, Bennett, to the family, we knew we could trust Paradise Pet Resort to love and care for him too. Whenever we go out of town, our dogs stay here and they always have a blast! I also love that we get to see pictures of the doggos each day, they always look so happy during their stay. We can’t imagine leaving our boys anywhere else but here when we travel.

We needed a place to board our dog while out of town and came across Paradise Pet Resort through a general Google search. After doing some pretty extensive research (we have never used a boarding facility or doggy daycare before), I gave them a call to set up a trial session. After 4 days of daycare, 9 nights of boarding and a few enrichment classes - I can truly say that Paradise Pet Resort is incredible. The staff is so friendly and they love your fur baby like it’s their own. Plus they post pictures all the time on Facebook so it’s fun to see!!! Our dog ended up needing to go to the vet while we were out of town, but they were so thoughtful, communicative, and organized that it made what should have been a stressful situation a breeze. Our dog, Ahsoka, already can’t wait to go back for more fun!

Cassie always comes back happy and tired after staying at Paradise Pet Resort. She loves going and getting the opportunity to play and socialize with other dogs. They always seem to recognize her when she arrives and we’ve never had any problems with her care I’m very particular about who I leave Cassie with and Paradise Pet Resort came highly recommended from many friends.

My dogs absolutely loved there first board last night. It makes me so happy that I found a place I can my dogs when we go on long day trips and on vacations. My dogs had so much fun that when I got them home they just slept for hours.

Everyone is so kind. My dog is 10 years old and never really socialized. The staff has worked with him and have been tremendous!

I love this place! Every staff I’ve interacted has been pleasant, they’re organized, understanding, but most of all, I thought my dog won’t play with other dogs when I take him to dog parks, but here, he loves playing here. I love that they post (almost) daily pictures of the dogs and when I see my dog playing and having the time of his life, I know I picked a good place to take care of him. Thank you guys!

Today was Nala Rose’s trial for full time day-care. I was very nervous at the beginning but was reassured by the amazing front desk crew. Upon picking her up, (with a pass!), I got to see the phenomenal layout they have the dogs in. Well cleaned and maintained, and most of all, great strategies to avoid issues I’ve seen at many other daycares! Nala Rose cant wait to come back tomorrow to see her new friends! So happy to join the pack. Here’s a TIRED AND HAPPY Nala Rose!

First time leaving our dogs with Paradise Pet Resort for a long weekend. They were recommended to me and everything went great. The dogs were happy and tired when they got home. We will definitely be back!

Excellent service! Bruce takes care of your pets and your home like they were his. Bonded, insured, great customer service. I used Waggin Tails several times, would NEVER go to another service. Highly recommended.

Excellent care of all of our animals while we are away! Affordable and comforting for our animals to not be displaced when we leave town.

My 2 year old Scottie has loved coming here for the past 6 months while I was here in town. The owner Jenny kept track of any concerns and always let me know if she had any concerns about Lucy (my pooch). The rest of the staff were always professional and I can tell that Lucy liked spending time with them all. She also got groomed there, and we have rarely been for a walk in the park without someone commenting on how great her haircut looks. I would definitely recommend bringing your dog here either for daycare or for grooming, it's especially nice that they're open as early as 6AM for those of us that work an early shift. Thanks for everything Jenny!

DO NOT, under any circumstances bring your dogs here OR accept employment. The owner has no care about the well being of her staff, let alone the safety of your animals things are unclean and pets are often not actually up to date on their vaccinations. The business attached has been closed rightfully so on behalf of scraps due to negligence and when the tables turned to the daycare staff was silenced and party's were not able to talk or come in without questioning and threats. Your pets deserve a place to feel happy and safe not be put in kennels favored and at risk for bites injuries illness or being screamed at all day because they are simply "too much" I cannot recommend personal house sitters/pet sitters enough or places like paradise pet resort or big dog energy always look into places before trusting your baby with a negligent bully:))

I took my dog to get his haircut and they did such a wonderful job. It’s always been hard to find places to cut his hair because he’s scared of the clippers, but I was amazed on how good he looked and how kind of they were to him I would definitely be bringing him back to get his haircut. He usually has to get muzzled because he’s scared and bites at the Clippers, but they didn’t Even have to muzzle him. The prices were good and the people were kind thank you Bark Park

Super grateful to the folks here for not only two incredible grooms but also working with me to ensure my dogs are well cared for when I have last minute work or personal plans. My Springers love to go and come home tired and happy. Cannot recommend enough!

First time at the groomers and daycare for our 6mo. old mini bernedoodle. He came back looking GREAT and so happy! 10/10 and all of the staff are very friendly! (before and after pics with his grooming - amazingggg!)

Highly recommend the grooming and daycare! My dog now knows “let’s go to daycare”. He pulls me to their front door out of excitement every time. Have had the best experience with everyone there, especially grooming. He got to play in the morning & then go into his grooming appointment (first one ever). He was cut perfectly for what I asked, & so soft & clean! They really do care about the dogs and it shows.

New grooming services are fantastic for my golden retriever. I’ve honestly never seen him look so good. He’s super furry and they did a great deshedding his undercoat. I can tell he’s much more comfortable outside in the heat. I’ve been to several doggie daycares in Spokane. When we pull up to Bark Park, he can’t wait to get out of the car. When they open the door to let him in, he takes off like a rocket into the back play area… it feels good to know he enjoys being there. In my opinion (and probably my dog’s too) Bark Park’s daycare is the best in the city.

Thank you so much for taking care of my pup!! He comes home so happy and ready for bed. I highly recommend bringing your doggies here at least twice a week if they are high-energy! It’s worked wonders for us to have ours socialize and release energy all day. He’s a lot more calm at home throughout the week as well. I’m so grateful for this place!

Called this daycare last minute the same day I wanted to drop off because our usual place changed management and the new manager and the owner were extremely rude(alpha dogs/don't go there). Anyways they accepted both my girls at the drop of a hat,were very professional and friendly and worked with us on a later pickup and didn't charge us a whole day when they probably could have. My girls were happy and for once they weren't dying of thirst when they came home like they would from alpha dogs. 10/10 highly recommend!!

I can’t recommend this place enough! I have a very timid dog who is easily scared by new people and places. I’ve been taking her here for about a year, and from the first day it became one of her favorite places! It’s such a relief as a pet owner to see your timid dog get so excited to pull into the parking lot! The staff is exceptional and great with the dogs. The play packages they offer are very affordable, and the grooming they provide is phenomenal! I have a husky mix and the grooming service exceeds any other place I’ve taken her for half the price. I’ve taken her to other dog daycares places and was left disappointed, but Bark Park truly is the best in Spokane!

I have used this place for daycare and boarding for 3 years now. My dog is so well cared for and they play with the dogs. Everyone seems happy and they are very nice people.

We have utilized Alpha Dogs for both of our dogs since 2009 for both daycare services and for boarding. The owners and their team have always been attentive and caring, while their pricing, including the discounted passes that they offer for advance purchase, have always been more than fair. Our dogs are now 15 y/o and 13 y/o and we never have concerns about their care with these folks. Lee, Scott, and your team, thanks for all you do.

We’ve been taking our huge, high energy dog here for about a year. He is always so excited to go, gets excited when he sees each employee, and sleeps well when he comes home. The employees know all of our dog’s little quirks and have helped teach our dog new skills. The location is super convenient for working downtown and the value for money is great compared to other doggy daycares in the area.

This month is the 7th year anniversary for my older Australian Shepard and the 2nd anniversary for my younger Australian Shepard at Alpha Dogs where they spend 1-2 days/week at DayCare and all their boarding days which is 3-4 weeks a year while I travel. The dogs love going to this very clean, open floor plan place run by the same owners for the whole time I have lived in Spokane. I especially love their boarding conditions as they are around all their usual dog companions all the workday and for two extended period on each weekend and Holiday(where there is usually at least 5 other of their dog friends). I am more satisfied with how Alpha Dogs is run than anywhere else I have used DayCare and Boarding in the 39 years I have owned dogs as an adult. They also have the most reasonably priced boarding of any place i have ever lived. Lee & Scott, the owners, are two very special, caring dog owners and treat all the dogs there like family!

Drove by location to check it out before we dropped off our pup. Very sketchy neighborhood and it seems as if there is no one there caring for the dogs. The facility itself has little room for outdoor play, similar to a 2 car wide parking lot. Upon drop off attempt we were met with aggression as we were confused on the drop off times. They were at first saying we missed our drop off day by 3 days, and only seconds later were saying we missed the drop off time by 2 hours. Seems very poorly managed and the customer service is severely sub par. I would advise anyone to search for a different option! If they are aggressive towards the customer, imagine how they are behind closed doors to your beloved pup! Ahh!

Alpha dogs has taken excellent care of our dog. Initially she was very shy and now she has become more of a social butterfly. The review that was posted rating this as a one-star place is obviously a scam. Couldn't imagine a better place to take our dog. There are definitely no shock collars used hear otherwise our dog wouldn't be so eager to come back. Great place with great ownership at a very reasonable price!

I have used Alpha Dogs for my Pit and Husky and am more than pleased with their services. I would recommend them to all my friends! My dogs come home happy and tired. Great service and very knowledgeable about training practices and breed specific issues. They do NOT use shock collars, they use pet safe vibrating collars and I actually purchased one to use on my pup who is an incessant barker, they do not cause harm and do exactly what they sound like, they vibrate. If you need a daycare, this is the place to go!

My dog, Potter, loves coming here! He gets excited when we pull up to the building. You can tell they pay very close attention to every dog, for they found out if my dog would like to play with the small dogs or the big dogs instead of just putting him in one of them. (He is medium sized) they are very friendly and offer a great doggy day care service.

We sent our dog to Alpha Dog late summer, and by this winter we removed him from there. At first our pup loved it. He is a very happy pup that gets along with all people and all other dogs, but it did NOT take long before we started noticing things at home. First, he stopped eating and was acting depressed. We noticed when we'd take him in or pick him up if the owners/workers weren't up front when we first got there, that there was a lot of "yelling" at the dogs in the back....and I don't mean yelling to the dogs as in giving them a command, but gruff yelling and mean sounding. We could hear this from the front counter. Okay, dog's don't understand the difference. They only know by our tones. The owners and their daughter seem to be the worst at speaking in a very harsh manner almost mean tone to the pups. They say they have a great amount of training in "dog behavior," but I've not seen it in their application with the dogs nor their vocabulary in speaking. When you drop off and pick them up, they do make your dog sit, by command in gruff voice or even pushing their behinds down to sit. That is the only exercise I've seen them use their "behavioral training" on the animals. Finally and this was the straw that broke the camel's back; our pup came home with signs of shock collar use...throwing up food, even water, depressed and hating to wear his own halter/harness, which he hadn't before. Now I realize that shock collars are not illegal to use in this state, but to use them in a doggie day care without the knowledge and especially the permission of the owner is unethical and immoral at best. Dogs can't talk and they can't tell you what's going on, so you can only see by their demeanor, behavior, spirits or possibly if they have any physical residual effects from treatment. They didn't ask for our permission or give us the knowledge that their facility uses or even has shock collars on the premises. There's no way they asked our permission, because there's no way I'd agree to this or would have left our dog there if I'd known that they even had shock collars in the facility. It's like they can't control the dogs with their "animal behavioral" training, so they just shock collar them. The other thing about this place that is very sketchy is they will not let you go in the back...like at all. I realize that they can't allow people to just come and go in the back for safety reasons, but you would think they'd allow tours or visits at certain times so people can see where they are sending their pups each day! Other facilities do allow tours. I asked for one at Alpha Dogs when we first signed on...they wouldn't allow it. By the way, we did take our pup to the vet, we did get the shock collar symptoms checked out as our pup was only showing these symptoms while at Alpha Dog. In addition, their "nanny cam" that could give you any kind of solace or piece of mind to watch your pup while he/she is at this facility isn't working half the time ("it's down" they say) and when it is working it only shows a very small vantage point. Not a terrible place to take your dog if you have absolutely no other choice as they have great pups there to socialize with your pup, but the way it's run is a 1 star and only because first, Google Review doesn't allow for 1/2 stars, and 2)the pup to pup socializing that goes on is great. Otherwise, it would be a "1/2 star." Some of the workers that aren't related to the owners that are general hires were actually nice to us and the dogs, didn't hear them yelling, but unfortunately the owners are not kind and if they aren't friendly to your pups in front of you and you hear them speaking harsh to dogs in the back when you're standing there listening, how else are they treating them when they THINK no one is looking/listening? Just know when you take your fur baby to Alpha Dogs that they may very well use a shock collar on your pup without your permission, especially if you have a high energy or friendly, out going dog that they feel is hard to control.

We've been taking our dogs here for a little over a year now. They love it there. This is the only dog daycare in the area with an outdoor option. The staff are kind and friendly. They always treat our pups well. Highly recommend.

Free Range Boarding is absolutely the best you can do for your dogs! This time my Bull Terrier was literally climbing over my head to get out! The staff is awesome they are always so excited to see the dogs and very thorough with the feeding and medication instructions. They make going on vacation stress free. Pick up is equally emotional as the staff are sad to see them leave! And the dogs are exhausted! They are a gem in Spokane!

From the moment we stepped into Free Range Boarding, it was clear that this wasn't just any pet boarding facility—it was a paradise for pets. The staff welcomed us with open arms and bright smiles, immediately putting us at ease about leaving our furry family member in their care. What sets this center apart is its exceptional communication. They are proactive in reaching out, sending daily updates via text and email, complete with photos and detailed reports on how our dog was doing, and even what their mood was like throughout the day. This level of detail was not only comforting but also built a deep trust in their services. The care they provide is top-notch. The center is clean, well-maintained, and designed with the comfort and safety of the animals in mind. Each staff member is knowledgeable, passionate about pets, and incredibly gentle and patient. It's evident that they don’t just look after the animals; they care for them as if they were their own. Moreover, the range of activities they offer is impressive. Our dog enjoyed supervised play sessions, cozy nap times, and even had a chance to partake in some basic obedience training. It’s clear that Free Range Boarding goes above and beyond to ensure that every pet is not only cared for but also enriched and happy. I cannot recommend Free Range Boarding highly enough. If you are seeking a boarding facility where your pet will be loved, looked after, and returned to you just as happy—if not happier—then this is the place. Their unmatched service and dedication truly make them the best dog boarding center!

I really appreciate the care they provided in getting Murphy settled into their facility. It’s interesting because through this process, I discovered that Murphy has separation anxiety and they took so much care of that. While he didn’t pass the evaluation, I’m grateful that they took time to attempt to make him comfortable, and when he wasn't, called me. Once we work through the triggers for him through training, we’ll try again. Thank you Amy and team!

I love Free Range Boarding! It was my dog's first boarding experience and he came home happy and content. They really care about the dogs and I loved the positivity from everyone. The facility is clean and very organized. I also love how it is out in the country and very peaceful🙂. I would definitely recommend this dog paradise to others!

I have an active ten month old German Shepherd. They worked with him so he could play with the rest of the dogs. I also have a 10 year old shepherd who has had health issues and they have taken good care of him.

We had used Free Range Boarding with our previous pup and they were amazing. Dahlia loved going there and always came home happy. She has since passed and we have adopted an 11 year old rescue with an abusive past. We were worried about leaving Wally since he has such a traumatic past. But wow, the staff was kind, very competent and Wally likes them too. I would highly recommend Free Range Boarding to anyone who wants to feel secure in leaving their pets when they leave town.

Update: The daycare now open at Free Range is also EXCELLENT! We thought we loved Yuppy Puppy for daycare but Free Range is even better. Our dog gets much more individual attention and care which is important to us because he's a senior. He's treated like a king with outdoor playtime where he can run, indoor air conditioned time, nap time, and treats. He's so happy here I can feel his groan when we show up to get him! It's more than worth the cost to know he's happy and well cared for. Love the video cams too! Highly recommended. EXCELLENT doggie spa/hotel (boarding facility) in Spokane, and I don’t say that lightly! My husband and I are SO THANKFUL Amy’s Pet Sitting Service opened this facility. We have an only child Golden Retriever, Henry, who’s never been left alone or boarded before. My dad’s 90th birthday meant we had to go out of state together. We weren’t sure what we were going to do. We toured many boarding facilities but didn’t feel comfortable – until we went to Free Range. Amy and Natalie are so professional and so attuned to every detail, we were confident Henry would be in the best possible hands. During the initial evaluation Amy even found a little “pimple” we hadn’t noticed. It turned out to be a mast cell tumor - cancer! So, before we boarded our dog, he had surgery – fortunately successful – but if it hadn’t been for Amy’s intervention, who knows. We’re forever grateful beyond words. This shows how good they are here. Before we left him 4 nights, we did a 1 night trial run. It probably wasn’t necessary but we wanted to try to show him that it was a TEMPORARY stay. He didn’t seem to want to leave the next morning! That was a great sign. We loved having a menu of “extras” we could add. We got a window in his room (he used it), a webcam (we used it), and a nightly tuck in. Being able to watch him in his room or outside playing was so reassuring. We could clearly see he wasn’t anxious - just playing, eating and sleeping as he does at home. We can’t recommend Free Range Boarding enough.

I have been boarding with Free Range for a year now with our older dog. We got a puppy in July and chose to go to another trainer facility, very well known. It was the wrong decision, it wasn’t a good fit, so I reached out to FRB. Natalie has been hands down the best trainer for both myself and our pup. We aren’t done yet, but I will never go to another facility, I will only recommend and take my pets to FRB ever again. They saved our relationship with our puppy. Plus, I never worry when my fur babies are staying there. They always go above and beyond. Thank you for loving all our pups so much!

We had three dogs stay for 10 days. The facility and staff was amazing. It was exceptionally clean, well organized, they allowed lots of play time and let us bring their own beds and toys. The staff was kind, attentive and welcoming. They were also accountable, meaning they stuck to allotted times for checking in and dropping off, so that it didn’t detract from the care of their already boarded pets. Our dogs came home excited to see us, and were not anxious or traumatized from their experience in any way!!! My husband and I would highly recommend FREE RANGE BOARDING facility.

Free Range is really the only place we feel comfortable leaving our dog Luna. She spends full days there and is happy to get there and happy to come home. She always sleeps extra well after a day with her friends. We couldn't be happier. Thanks guys! Roger and Cara

Great place to leave your dogs! I have never left my dogs in a kennel because of the cost. It's never cheap (which is why I don't do it) but this was the most reasonable in the area. The owner was very nice and took good care of my 2 German Shepherds. Will use again!

They are awsome with your pets and their needs . They are one on one with then they just don't open all the doors and hope all the dogs get along with each other.wich is great for my dog staff is so friendly I found my dogs home away from home and don't have to worry at all she's in great hands.

My dogs are always welcome here and well taken care of. I like that my dogs can't play with other dogs. They get their own outside time which is important for my young dog. She is very picky about her animal friends, all other places I found had group play. This kennel is set up for just one kennel out at a time. Love them and will not go anywhere else.

Charli was well taken care of. I appreciate Jessica and the extra TLC she gives the pets personally. I had just been in a car accident when I went to pick up my kitty. The owners of Marcinda Kennels, kindly duct taped my car together so that I could drive it home. While I was gone I communicated with them to see how Charlie was doing. I got a reply. emailed right away. I will always take my kitty there.

Great and affordable place to board your dog! The staff seem great and I was able to get updates on my pup.

Marcinda Kennels is wonderful. Marc & Linda are great! Very accommodating and caring. Our Husky was treated very well!

We housed my Mom’s cat Charli at Marcinda for 12 days. We retrieved her last night happy and healthy. They took care to send Mom videos of her getting pets and treats, and all of the individuals I met there are kind and clearly love animals. Charli’s enclosure was a generous size and accommodated her bed, scratching post, blankie and litterbox with ease. It looks like they’re on an old farmstead, so nothing fancy, but the cats have a good situation there for sure. My biggest customer service praise for them is that we had to roust the owner out during the UW/Michigan championship game and they were totally sweet about it. The price is extremely affordable and we’d definitely house our own cat there.

They are concerned about safety of your fur babies. The dog runs are clean. Outside area to run and dig if they are a digger. The lambs are so cute and nothing like fresh eggs from the farm. Very good hearted people. Prices should be 2x-3x more for the going rate of boarding your babies. Be blessed, knowing your babies are well taken care of.

Excellent place. It doesn't have looks, but it makes up that by having an excellent staff. Still run by the original owners who care and experience over being shiny and fancy. Only down side is they recently had to raise their prices, but that is no fault of theirs.

We boarded 3 dogs for 2 weeks. They work with each individual dog to make sure they have the best experience possible although away from home. I will always board my dogs here in the future.