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Housesitting for Kevin and Anita was a pleasure. They are truly wonderful people who had everything really well organized for our stay. We arrived a day before the sit and got to know them a bit better and even took us to the airport when we left. Their house in Bongaree is beautiful, comfy and very well kept. The location is great overlooking the canal, it’s just a short walk to the sea and easy to get to the local supermarkets and cafes on foot. It was a lovely quiet area to spend time in. The star of the sit, however, was Ava, their beautiful Labrador. She is the kindest most gentle, well trained dog we have met. She is very affectionate and always on her best behavior. It was an absolute pleasure to look after her and take her out on walks along the promenade by the water. The area is really nice and the sunsets here are spectacular. She was really easy to look after and always had a smile and a waggy tail. She truly stole our hearts. Our only problem now is we miss Ava too much after leaving! Thank you so much Kevin and Anita, we hope to return to Bribie Island again in the future.
Robin and Dave are fantastic hosts, and Starsky is a joy! She is so friendly and playful and is very accepting of chin and cheek scritches. Their home is beautiful, as is the neighborhood, and you can walk to Cedar Lake or Theodore Wirth park in minutes. I’d eagerly sit for them again and would recommend them to anyone!
Had a great time hanging out with Charley!! He’s the sweetest friendliest dog ever and gets along with everyone so well. Lots of belly rubs and I enjoyed having him sit on my lap while working- he was a great little assistant. Cynthia and Alan were great hosts, answered all my questions right away and communication was easy. We enjoyed the mid century mod house- everything was very tasteful and we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The hot tub was an added bonus. Woodbury is an idyllic place that has tons of hiking trails / parks within short driving distance and cute shops to check out right in town. There was an adorable vineyard within walking distance of the house that I recommend checking out. I had such a good time watching Charley, hope to be able to visit him again soon:)
Tessa and Tom are a lovely couple who welcomed us into their very comfortable home in Lewes. Shira was great and easy to look after, a little shy at first but fine after a couple of days. Tessa and Toms home is very nice with a great kitchen, bathroom and comfortable bed in a quiet area away from the road. We thoroughly enjoyed our 2 weeks stay, thanks Tessa and Tom.
Totally enjoyed this sit! Lovely people with fun, quirky animals c
We had a long Asheville pet sit scheduled that the hosts needed to cancel last minute and so we picked up this short but oh so memorable replacement Asheville pet sit last minute. And what a pleasure to get to care for the amazing duo that was Mickey and Bebe!! Mickey was protective at first… as he should have been to two strangers arriving at dusk. But then he very very quickly became the biggest softie ever and Bebe well I think Bebe was fine as soon as we greeted her with a delicious treat :-) They both were incredibly affectionate and loved pets and exploring their massive backyard and playing frisbee and chasing their toys. It was such a fun time playing with them in the peaceful wilderness where they lived and yet still so close to downtown Asheville and the very special Blue Ridge Parkway. Camie was so organized and friendly and communication was super easy. We fully trusted each other even though we never met. Thank you Camie for your flexibility and hospitality and we hope to return to beautiful Asheville and your sweeties (to whom we got so attached in less than 48 hours)!
What do most pet sitters charge per day in Summer Hill, Australia?
From to for the cat sitting and from 3550 to 35150 for the dog, additional rates include from 50% to 100% per additional pet, cheap rates are 3540 for the cat sitting and 35 for the dog sitting. On Sittsy you can find a pet sitter who will not charge you anything for keeping your pets at home.
Do pet sitters come to your house?
Yes, you can find a home pet sitter to stay in your house with your pet overnight and provide 24/7 care for your pets. You can include in your listing time the advisable timeframe that the pet sitter should adhere to and not leave your pet alone in the house. Usually, it's not to leave the pet alone for more than 4 hours.
How often should a pet sitter visit?
The pet sitter for the cat should visit at least once a day. For the dogs, the pet sitter should visit at least three times per day, the best solution is if the sitter stays overnight and watches your pets all the time.
How to find a trustworthy pet sitter in Summer Hill, Australia ?
Look at the pet sitter with a high rating, and many previous bookings with good reviews, ask the sitter to make a meet and meet before confirming the booking online or in-person, and reach out to the pet owners where the sitter stayed before asking about reference.
What are the red flags in a pet sitter?
Common red flags in pet sitters are bad reviews from previous pet owners, a high cancellation rate after approval, a sitter who doesn't have a background check, a sitter who refuses to meet and greet in person or online, and a sitter who wants to make bookings outside of the platform.
Is it safe to hire a pet sitter?
Yes, it is safe to hire a pet sitter it's still advisable to see if the sitter has a background check, good reviews, and past bookings and make a meet and greet before confirmation in this way you can reduce risk to the minimum.
Do pet sitters stay all day?
Yes, pet sitters stay all day in your house and also they stay overnight, the sitter can leave your home for up to 4 hours or for a different time that you can discuss during the meet and greet.
Nicola at Watley House has been absolutely amazing with our Jack Russell, Honey. From the very first meeting, it was clear how much Nicola genuinely cares for the pets she looks after. Honey is an anxious and “challenging” dog, but we’ve been blown away by the way Nicola was able to connect to her. The regular photos and videos Nicola sends are such a thoughtful touch - we could see how much Honey enjoys her time there and how well cared for she is. We feel so lucky to have found someone as dedicated and passionate as Nicola to look after Honey. Highly recommended!"
I just had my golden retriever stay at the Wately House for 2 nights and I can’t thank the team enough. They were so welcoming with us and Brody, they kept us well updated with photos and videos. You can truly see that these people love animals so much. They took care of Brody as if it were their own dog. Thank you Nicola, Bennett & bea we will definitely be back. From Andrea ❤️
Nicola has such a wonderful vibe! You can tell she adores animals. We are proud cat mums of two rescue cats who have an abuse & neglect history. Due to our cats trauma & fear around men, we were seeking someone who was not a man who could show patience to slowly earn our cats trust and give them TLC. Nicola did just that, understood our needs and really went above and beyond! :) Our cats have separation anxiety so we were concerned they could have thought we were abandoning them. To our utmost relief, they warmed up to Nicola quickly. Nicola sent us regular daily updates & comments (photos & videos) of our cats. We were so very grateful as this put us at ease being away from them for a week on our first couples holiday. We had many worries since it was our longest ever time away from our fur babies. All our worries were quickly replaced with relief with every cat update she sent us. We highly recommend Nicola, especially to other rescue pet owners!! We also chose Watley House as it is LGBTIQ+ friendly. Thank you so very much for all your pet care & excellent service, Nicola!! We are definitely calling you again! Cheers, Tara & Ryn. (Cat photos below from Nicola's updates. Photo credit to Nicola.)
Our new re homed 8 month old Parson Russel Terrier Atlas recently attended Watley House for doggy day care and also weekend boarding . Nicola is fantastic , she is a true puppy whisperer and extremely experienced with all kinds of dogs and their behaviour . She is passionate about giving the pooches a great experience . Atlas didn’t have that much experience with other dogs and Nicola was very good in matching him up with the best play mates that could match his energy level . Watley house is much more than just daycare and boarding . Atlas lived going and can’t wait to have a play there again . Huge thank you to Nicola and team !
Watley House is truly an amazing and loving place. The team are so kind, gentle, and clearly have a genuine love for all animals 🙏🏼 I was a bit uncertain bringing in my Shiba Inu puppy Ryu, who can be a little fearful and aloof, but Nicola went above and beyond to help him settle in, even taking him for a walk before his first day. Now, Ryu busts himself into daycare and has no hesitation whatsoever- instant play! 🤪 probably a little too much play at times too 😅 The team regularly provide photo and video updates and only look after a few dogs at a time, ensuring each one gets the attention they need 💙 It’s been wonderful to watch Ryu’s confidence grow, and we are so grateful to have found such a wonderful local daycare 🐶
Nicola is an absolute gem! We can tell that she has a genuine love and care for animals. From our very first meeting, Nicola met us at the park nearby, talked to us about expectations and allowed our (usually anxious) pup to smell and get comfortable. She then took our pup by the leash and we went for a walk together before leaving. Throughout the day, Nicola sent us regular updates and photos. It’s really reassuring and lovely to see our boy having so much fun. This is evident, because he beams with joy when we see him and he comes home tired from playing all day. We highly recommend Nicola’s pet sitting services. If you are after an authentic home experience, and not a commercial kennel environment. We’ve had our pup stay at Watley House for both daycare and boarding overnight. Keep up your amazing work Nicola! ♥️
When my home was scheduled to be sold via auction, I was incredibly anxious about finding a safe place for my precious cat. Thankfully, I reached out to Nicola of Watley House, Ashfield, and my worries were immediately put to rest. Nicola's positive, friendly, and professional demeanour, combined with her outstanding customer service, reassured me that I had chosen the best pet boarding service (Cat Day Care) in Sydney. Knowing my cat would be well cared for alleviated a significant part of the stress that comes with selling a home. Although we sold just before auction, and my cat didn’t end up going to Watley House, I have no doubt that he would have received the best care possible. I highly recommend Nicola and Watley House to anyone in need of exceptional pet care services.
Nicola and her husband were amazing. Helped me with a very last-minute dog sitting request for our Roger and Kevin. I received updates several times a day, letting me know how they were going. I've just picked them up and they are relaxed and not so happy to see me, I think they'd prefer to stay. I can't rate this business highly enough. I felt so at ease leaving them in the care of people who really know how to look after our fur babies. Thank you so much for all the love and attention you have given my boys.
Wonderful service! I’m so grateful to Nicola and Bennett for the attentive and compassionate care they provided to my anxious, senior poodles throughout their boarding experience. They quickly understood my dogs’ unique needs and ensured they felt comfortable and safe. They kept in touch with me throughout the stay, providing updates that gave me peace of mind. I came home to two relaxed and happy pups, which says it all. I highly recommend their services to anyone looking for trustworthy pet care.
Nicola is amazing with my dog. I was quite anxious at the start, as my dog had never been alone at another location before. Nicola sent me regular updates with photos and comments to keep me posted on what he was doing and how he was settling in. She continues to do this even now, which I very much appreciate. My dog has become so much more comfortable around other dogs, he was quite timid before. Nicola picks up and drops off my dog. She is ALWAYS exactly on time for pick ups, which I very much appreciate as I am getting ready to leave for work. My dog also developed Epilepsy this year, which was the whole reason I contacted Nicola. And I have to say, she was not scared off when I told her about his pills and described what kind of seizures he might have. I had contacted other businesses and they turned me away! Not Watley House though! We had a huge conversation over the phone so Nicola was confident with what to do. Thankfully his meds are doing the trick and he has not had any more seizures since starting at Watley House. I highly recommend Watley House to anyone looking for a doggy day care service. I am very protective of my dog, and I would only trust the best to look after him. My mum, and Nicola!
Gus is the best and kindest dog sitter in Sydney. Our dogs look forward to visiting his house. He goes that extra mile to make sure the dogs are happy and well looked after. Thanks Gus
If you are looking for a dog trainer who will give you amazing results and fast then look no further! Gus is extremely knowledgeable and patient with his pets. I love that Lilly receives his undivided attention in a comfortable at home environment. She is always so excited to see him.
It’s hard enough leaving a beloved pet at home let alone with someone else to look after, however, GusPets service is really an extension of being at home. The extensive behavioural knowledge and expertise is so reassuring. When I think dog house, I think cold and uninviting, GusPets home is welcoming and designed truly for our fur family in mind. I wouldn’t go anywhere else and Gus loves all of his guests as if they were his own. 5 out of 5 stars all round! Thank you Gus for becoming part of and taking care of my fur family.
We love Gus and so does Chupi! As soon as she sees his house she goes crazy with excitement. She comes home exhausted from all the fun and playing all day. Gus watched over her for 4 days for us, and she didn’t want to come home. Very happy we found Gus.
We call Gus 'The Dog Whisperer'. His passion for dogs drives every service he provides. Gus excels at the essentials - his vast knowledge of dog issues, the safe and enriching envronment for day and overnight stays and the highly effective puppy training skills. Gus genuinely cares about the happiness, well being and quality of our puppy's life and our family as dog owners so we enjoy the benefits of his service every single day.
Gus is amazing. You could not ask for a more kind, caring and professional pet carer. Gus goes above and beyond to care for your pets and treat them as a part of his family. Gus is very knowledgeable in animal behaviours and emotions and is able to navigate any quirks that you may be concerned about. I know that I can leave my dogs in Gus's care and not have to worry about a thing. Thank you Gus!
Gus is amazing! His passion for dogs knows no bounds. My puppy Kali absolutely loves going to Gus'. As soon as I say his name she starts crying and jumping around like mad. Kali is my first dog, so to know she is happy and extremely well looked after when she is with Gus is very comforting for me. I can't recommend Gus Pets enough to anyone who is looking for dog day care.
Amazing service and absolutely loves dogs! Gus has looked after Frankie from a very young age and Frankie always has the best time in his care. Thank you for all of your support and love 🥰 …
We LOVE Guspets and so does our little doggo Monty. Gus has been a huge reassurance for us and now we wouldnt leave our dog with anyone else! Infact we planned our whole relocation for our pets move back to NZ around Gus' availability. His calm and reassuring approach made us have peace of mind when leaving our 4month old puppy with Gus and we have been using him ever since. He is super knowledgeable and friendly, and keeps us up-to-date with videos, photos and most importantly our questions to ensure we are relaxed about our pups wellbeing. Highly recommend Gus and all his services!!
Gus is a very good trainer. Our 3 year old dog barks at everything,by the end of the hour Gus had taught us how to handle the barking and the essential commands like "leave it". Our dog was able to stop barking and wait. It was amazing. I feel with the training today and consistent daily 5 to 10 minute training the problem barking will be solved. Thank you Gus.
Thank you to the team at Spoilt Rotten Dogs for looking after Toby who has just finished 3 weeks boarding. Toby is a 9 year old spoodle who has stayed at Spoilt Rotten Dogs, from time to time since he was 1. He has always been very happy staying there. It was great being able to check in on instagram to see how well he had settled in and that he was having a good time with his doggie friends. It was reassuring to know I was leaving leaving Toby in such excellent care.
Best place to board our labradoodle, Olive. She loves it there and always comes home tired from playing with all the other dogs but happy. Owners and staff are really wonderful and caring. Also, very helpful and flexible where possible when we needed last minute changes to the boarding schedule.
These guys are ALL about your dog! Who could ask for anything more intuitive? Didn't have to, it's their name! Thanks. My 11 year old Marleykins loves his time here. Thanks AJ ❤️
The team at Spoilt rotten dogs are fantastic. Very professional and at the same time very comforting too. AJ was amazing, kept us updated throughout our whole break. Gave our boys and the other dogs all the attention that they need. Followed our routine to suit our boys. We are always using them for day care and long stays and I would highly recommend them. A huge thank you for taking a load off our shoulders and making sure our dogs felt like they were at home.
Everything was perfect! The staff is amazing and very accommodating! We will come again :)
Thank you to the team at Spoilt Rotten Dogs for looking after Monty who just finished 3 weeks boarding here and occasionally comes for daycare. Everytime l checked instagram he was happily running around with a bone in his mouth. The staff are friendly, quick to reply on emails and instagram. I felt at ease knowing l was leaving him in good care. He has been home now 2 days and still looks exhausted!
Absolutely knackered after a day at daycare. Had so much playtime and fun, Soot is such a happy and sleepy boy. The staff are so kind, caring and flexible, I feel so at ease knowing he’s so well cared for. My new weekly regular and couldn’t recommend them enough, thank you!
My little Chewbacca has moved from wine country to city life. He is a very anxious and a high strung dog. After denial after denial from doggy daycares saying he is “too much to handle”, Spoilt Rotten dogs took him in and catered his needs with open arms!!!! He has separation anxiety and the staff take him of a morning and holds him to calm his anxiety and make him feel safe. For this, along with keeping a close eye on my little boy and providing updates of him on social media throughout the course of the day, he has flourished into the daycare world. I could not have made his transition to the city any easier without this company. The fact that on top of this, I can get him groomed WHILE at daycare, and getting my Pomeranian actually groomed PROPERLY and the most PERFECTLY that I have ever gotten at the most AFFORDABLE price, is something that will always leaving me and my little guy feeling so looked after. The hand over from morning to afternoon on how his day went really shows that they are keeping a close eye on the furry friend I love most! If you are thinking of giving this place a try for your furry friend, it would be the best choice!
My little dog Scruffy has been going to Spoilt Rotten Dogs for over four years now and he absolutely loves it. It is great that he gets to socialise with other dogs every week. Scruffy has his regular dog mates that he plays with each week. He always come back tired after a full day of play at Spoilt Rotten Dogs. The staff are always friendly and professional.
I bring my dog Remi here fairly regularly and he absolutely loves it! He’s always so excited when we pull up on the street and is tugging to get to their front door asap. The staff are always really lovely! Their rates are great. And I love their Instagram updates of what the dogs are up to throughout the day. Couldn’t recommend Spoilt Rotten Dogs more
I don’t personally hang out there because Im a human (bummer) but my dog told me he LOVES the Hound Lounge. It’s where he catches up with all his mates twice a week and makes sure their butts still smell friendly. He also gets so many belly rubs from the wonderful humans who work there! What a deal especially when he’s not the one paying the bill! Luckily the Hound Lounge is very affordable for his humans! He’s even has a BFF called Loki he met there (see the pics) and they love to play and give each other lots of kisses. I know this because I get a cute report card after he visits and they post tons of adorable pictures on their socials. What a world we live in!
If you're like me, you only want the best for your furry lil pal. Well, look no further, because The Hound Lounge are the best doggie daycare in town. My dog has been attending The Hound Lounge for the past two years (roughly 60 sessions), and his excitement when I tell him he's going to daycare has never faded. The team are experienced, caring, friendly, and transparent. All attributes of someone you want to look after your dog. Since attending The Hound Lounge, my dog has improved his communication with other dogs, become more social, and is overall a happier (an exhausted!) dog after a day at daycare. The level of care and attention my dog receives makes The Hound Lounge worth every penny.
My aloof grumpy small hound wagged his tail the other day as I dropped him off. This is a success! While the dog doesn't seem terribly thrilled at being abandoned to doggie daycare every Wednesday, I've found the staff warm, welcoming, understanding and they genuinely care for the dogs. Super nice to stressed owners as well. Also the report cards are a hoot. Thanks hound lounge! Dogtax photo of the beast attached.
Great evening classes in addition to their wonderful day care (we haven’t tried because I work from home but we get echoes from others in our class who are clients!). The evening classes by Speak Dog offer a controlled and safe environment to achieve all kinds of new skills. Regardless of the class topics, there’s a lot to benefit from having a place to practice calm and self control around other people and dogs. The Hound Lounge is always **spotless** and smells clean, is well equipped and spacious with three different enclosed indoor parks to have different groups of dogs to match similar socialising/activity needs or sizes.
I have not been in a situation with previous pups that I needed somewhere for our pup to be safe secure and loved. He is initially quite timid. We have been sending him to gods Hound lounge since he was fully vaccinated. The level of care and professionalism is wonderful ,as a person that used to train and trial dogs you get a feeling about a place, my feeling for hound lounge is very positive. Could not recommend them enough.
The inner west is lucky to have a place like this. Accepting small to large breed dogs for full day care services including specialised training for the furbabies. Our dog is a regular and he loves going. Very talented staff who are trained vet nurses, advanced dog trainers and all round dog lovers.
Our Lulu has been going to Hound Lounge for 18 months and she loves it. The staff are great and the care they provide is exceptional.
Have completed 3 private lessions with Betty, an amazing trainer with 'Speak Dog' & signed up for more group lessons. We have a very sweet & beautiful but overly reactive, strong & exuberant standard poodle pup. The lessons have been very positive for our baby but made me realise it's the humans that need to learn. Just love watching Betty handle our dog & it all seems so natural & easy but it's like handling our kids, they just don't do as well with their parents. I am determined however that with Betty's expert guidance, knowledge & patience, our pooch will settle & stop breaking my bones! I really appreciate the support that Betty has given us & highly recommend her as a dog trainer. She definitely speaks dog!
My dog is crazy active and hyper when she gets the zoomies. This place is such a relief when there is no one home for extended periods of time, as I can safely drop my pupper off and know she is having the best time (and not destroying the house). My dog absolutely loves the staff (sometimes more than she loves me) and loves her new puppy friends. The staff have always been respectful towards me as a client and are very intuitive with my dogs behaviours (always flick me a text when they are worried that she is stressed/ overstimulated). Recommend this place 100%
The Hound Lounge have been responsible for my dog Sally's training and well-being since she was a tiny puppy - they taught her pretty much everything she knows about how to dog in a busy urban world! They are exceptionally hard-working and diligent, we would not be where we are today without the love and care of The Hound Lounge team.
Jane loves her gang of dogs at Woofles. My dog loves her too. He always comes home well exercised and very happy. She’s a natural with them all. For me she is a godsend walking my dog when I am working from home.
For the past 4 years Walter has a twice weekly catch up with his Woofles pals and loves it! Jane “Woofles” provides an absolutely superb service. She is kind, caring, professional and Walter adores her. From an extremely timid, shy and scared boy he has thrived under her care and made many new friends 🐾💗 …
Coco has spent the past five years as a regular member of the Woofles gang, joining Jane on outings several times each week. The care and dedication provided by Jane is evident and Coco has had a lot of fun. I can recommend Woofles without any hesitation.
Jane is amazing and our pup 🌶️ loves her. I would strongly recommend Jane she genuinely cares for and loves all her pups in the woofles family. …
Jane is an amazing person and the dogs love her! She helped us with our last dog and now with RudtheRed who has such a great time out with Woofles and the dogs! When we see Jane in the dog park NOT on his organised Woofles walks he always wants to go home with her and not me! Highly recommended!
Jane, who runs WOOFLES, is so caring and lovely with all the dogs. Our 2 cavoodles love the trips to local parks in the Woofles van. Jane sends photos of each outing and her communication is excellent. Best in the inner west! 🐶🐶 …
We've had the pleasure of using Jane's dog walking services for over four years, and it's been an absolute delight. Her love for dogs is genuine . It's clear from every interaction that she doesn't just see this as a job but as a passion. Our dog adores her, and the feeling is mutual. 😃 …
A long over due review! Jane has been walking my dog for almost the entire time since adopting him 6 years! The only reason Jane no longer walks Luther is we moved out of the area. Let's just say if Luther had to choose me or Jane, he would choose Jane 😉. Very sad to have left the Woofles family …
We have been using Jane for years to take Pucho on his walks. She is friendly, professional and great with all dogs! Pucho always comes home with the biggest smile and the photos of him and his gang confirm all the fun they had. Highly recommend the amazing Woofles service for fun, exercise and piece of mind.
Jane has been this little dude’s favourite person since he was a wee pup. I’m convinced he just bides his time with me as his owner until his weekly Woofles walk. I dare say this is a common story among the Woofles gang. I love that when the dogs are with Jane, they are literally Jane’s dogs. Cannot recommend highly enough.
My two boys love it here! They get so excited when the van pulls up. The Daycare is super convenient - the boys get picked up in the morning and dropped off in the arvo. There are webcams throughout the facility that allow me to watch my boys too, which is always entertaining. They come home tired and happy. Dog Royalty also offer boarding as well. We had our dogs stay at the Rossmore facility for about 3 weeks. It was a stressfree holiday for us not having to worry about them because they were constantly under supervision, whilst being entertained and kept to a nice schedule. The boys came back home from boarding looking as healthy as when they left. Would 100% recommend their service to others.
Chris and the team at Dog Royalty have been providing exceptional dog daycare and training to our two (very small, very big personality) boys, Franklin and Theodore, since 2020. Daycare: The drop off and pick up service is prompt and a huge timesaver for us, considering we both work and often would not be able to make pick up/drop off if we had to do this on our own. Our boys come home from their day exhausted but happy- and we can see why by checking in on them throughout the day using the dog royalty webcam. The team’s communication is fantastic, which was especially helpful in the transition period when both dogs started attending. The centre itself is a clean and well equiped enviroment, with plenty of activities. The team also regularly send us photo and video updates of them too, and overall, the service is very competitively priced. Training service: We also decided to enlist Doy Royalty's training services to help our youngest dog tackle some reactivity while walking on lead. Chris took the time to chat to us comprehensively about our goals and objectives, determined our current approach to training, and spent almost three hours walking us (literatally and figuratively) through a new, sensible and gentle training approach. By the end of this session we felt so much more confident in recognising and dealing with any lead reactivity and my partner and I now equipped with a consistent approach to dealing with any reactive behaviour. Chris also followed up with a comprehensive written training plan that has been easy to incorporate into our daily routine. I cannot recommend the Dog Royalty team enough when it comes to providing daycare and/or training for your fur baby. Thank you again, Chris and the Dog Royalty team!
Dog Royalty is awesome! They came highly recommended via a friend and family member, and have superseded our expectations. The staff are so great and you know they absolutely love their job. They provide the wonderful service of picking up and dropping off our fur-baby, Crumpet, which puts us at ease, particularly on the days we cannot work from home. It's a beautiful thing to know your dog is in wonderful and safe hands when he is away from us. We are chuffed and the pictures speak for themselves. We love the one that could pass as an album cover 😉 Louise Marrickville
Our dog loves Dog Royalty. It is his happy place. He is always super excited to be picked up by Dog Royalty’s van. The service is extraordinarily convenient - your furry friend gets picked up in the morning and dropped off in the afternoon, back home after a busy day of playing with other dogs. All staff members are super friendly, responsive and reliable. We never had any problems getting information or communicating with Dog Royalty. We highly recommend Dog Royalty. Your dog will love it!
Our dog Bobby loves attending daycare at Dog Royalty and doesn’t glance back to us when the trainers come to collect him at the start of the day. He was a tiny 2kg puppy when he first started attending but the trainers all took great care of him slowly introducing him to the other dogs. He is now a hefty 4kg and full of a confidence which belies his size. We get regular pictures of Bobby at play from the dog royalty team with pics. The team is all incredibly caring.
Fantastic service for busy dog owner’s in our community.Good communication between Dog Royalty and dog owner .Our Goldie just loves her daycare day and happily exhausted after it mentally and physically.
I am so grateful to Chris and his wonderful team at Dog Royalty. We have 2 mini groodle pups who are now 6 months old. Chris came to our home for training when the pups were just 10 weeks old, his advice, care and expertise allowed us to get off to a great start with the pups. His early visit, assessment and expertise were fundamental as it allowed us to implement training in those very early days. I would not hesitate to book another review with him if I had any concerns in the future. As soon as the pups were able to attend Dog Royalty day care the wonderful team assisted us in booking them in. The pick up and delivery service is excellent. The contact via the app and the webcam are wonderful. The pups are up each morning hoping that it is a day care day as they love it. Their attendance has allowed them to socialise with other dogs and the staff, this has translated in to them being calmer and friendly on our daily walks and day to day outings. The Dog Royalty staff are exceptional, knowledgeable, warm, friendly, professional and clearly love animals. 5 stars for every aspect of this service.
The first day our puppy left for Dog Royalty, I cried. I continued crying for the next few weeks. As a doggy parent, It’s hard putting your trust in others. But I’m so glad I found dog royalty. I kept seeing the van around my area so I thought I would look into it. I was on the waitlist for a good few months but when I got the email to say there were spots available, I immediately signed him up. My dog Thor LOVES going! When he hears the dog on the door, he goes absolutely nuts. The staff who pick him up and work there are always so friendly and reassuring and you can see how much they love dogs and him. It’s a pretty amazing service. He gets picked up and dropped off at the door. We also get a little debrief on our dog’s day. Dog royalty have a live webcam so I like to watch Thor and see what he gets up too. He comes back home sooo exhausted. Our dog is highly social and loves playing with other dogs so we know this is the right place for him. They also have a What’s App group so we can message them at any time and they are extremely prompt with their responses. It was hard letting go of him but I’m so glad I did it. He loves going. If he could go every day, he would. Don’t hesitate, just do it. Your dog will love it!
Gaston loves Dog Royalty, he waits to hear the sound of the van pull up & he loves his days there as he gets to play all day. He has come back calm and tired but also the added training he gets has helped mellow him out. He’s a big boy and full of beans so it’s been such a fantastic experience and the team all lovely with him & he is such a happy pup. Couldn’t recommend enough to try them out.I also love that I can check in on him whenever I want by logging in.
We LOVE Dog Royalty! My 1 year old English Staffy "Joy" has been attending Dog Royalty for over 4 months now and she always has the best time with her doggy pals and comes home utterly exhausted (and happy)! It's been so great for her socialisation skills and I love that they have a big outdoor play area (where Joy can enjoy her sunny bakes). Their pick up and drop off service is so convenient for full time workers (like myself). Chris and the team are always super friendly, helpful and they will treat your pooch like their very own (literally like Royalty). I also love the regular updates and photos they provide and the fact that you can watch your dog having the best time via their live camera's is the absolute best! and also gives you that peace of mind. Couldn't recommend them enough! I'm so happy that we found this amazing place :) Thank you for taking such great care of my Joy Joy!
I have been sending my dog to DIT Marrickville since she was 4 months old and she loved it from the very first day. The team are all super friendly and genuinely care about your fur baby. The day care facilities are so bright and colourful. I get video updates through the day and they always have themed events and fun and games for the dogs. My pup had her first birthday there with a cake and all her friends. I also use the grooming services and the team do an excellent job. The entire DIT team are so friendly and welcoming and nothing is too much trouble. It’s great knowing that I am leaving her with people who love her as much as I do! Thank you DIT !
What can one say about trust! I leave my princess, Sara Blu, with Dogs in Town when I travel. She is home boarded, is pampered, and lives her best life. Her care is unmatched and I trust DIT without reservation! I recommend them for whatever your pawfect pup needs!
Thank you - Rocky & Chloe looks great every time we pick them up. Prices are reasonable and easy booking process! Happy customer!
Oscar attends daycare at Dog in Town twice a week, and it’s his favorite part of the week! The facility is clean, the staff is professional, and my lab gets so excited every time we pull into the parking lot. (Maybe he’s excited to see Zabdy, one of the doggy attendants he loves) I love seeing him make new doggy friends too while I’m at work. Highly recommend!
My Poodle, Teddy, got the best haircut ever at Marrickville last week. The grooming team was meticulous and clearly experienced. The soft background music in the grooming area kept Teddy calm throughout the session. Couldn’t be happier with the result! 🐩✨ …
We love Dogs in Town Marrickville! My Chihuahua, Peanut, absolutely loves daycare here and their indoor space is perfect for small dogs. The staff are so gentle and caring. Drop-offs are quick and hassle-free with convenient parking right outside.
Dogs in Town Marrickville is the best dog facility ever! My energetic Spaniel, Bruno, looks forward to daycare at Marrickville every Monday. The spacious indoor play area and cheerful decor make it such a fun environment, and the staff’s passion really shines through!
Our doggo absolutely loves to go to daycare at dogs in town and play all day with all his friends! The staff take incredible care of him and even drop him home afterwards. It’s a huge help to us when our work schedules get busy. Thank you Dogs in Town
Every time I have taken my pup here it has been incredibly disappointing. This time was the worst.. they just didn’t groom his legs, at all. He has a broken leg, which we asked them not to touch. Instead, they didn’t touch any of them. This is an example of the miscommunications that happen - you’re not talking to your groomer when you check them in, you’re talking to the reception staff. It is 30 degrees, and he just came back from the groomers with 2 inches of fur on his legs. One miscommunication, fine. But four? That’s worth a review.
I am writing this review for DIT Marrickville with such disappointment for a number of reasons. 1. The ladies at front desk are such lovely and wonderful individuals, ever so pleasant and lovely to deal with coupled with beautiful smiles to greet you. 2. My little pup seems happy enough to go there the two times she has had her first tidy-up and her actual first full groom. 3. The shop has a good range of products and has an attractive vibe. On our second visit, I specifically told them I wanted a scissor only cut and was happy to pay an additional cost for it (I ticked scissor only whilst booking online) and I repeated this request when I went to drop off my pup. I provided photos for reference how I wanted my pup to look (also attached with the online booking) and it was all agreed upon. When I went to pick her up, I saw a skinny body as she has lost all her fluff and I was not expecting that from a scissor only cut plus she looked nowhere close to the photo examples I provided. I did not kick up a fuss as there was another customer waiting to drop off her dog. That night, we looked at her fur closely and could see shaved uneven parts on her body, AND coincidentally DIT's stories showed a clip of how my pup was shaved with a clipper. I messaged them and asked for clarification if she was scissor cut as per my request. Their response: "I just confirmed with the groomer and she was done with scissors only". My next question was: "That’s interesting as it’s definitely a clipper the groomer was using on her for the length of her body as I can see after logging off work a little while ago based on your stories." to which I did not get a response, until I asked again the following day for an acknowledgement. Their response: "The tool you saw in the video might have looked like clippers, but it’s actually a special comb that we use to prepare the coat before the scissor cut." Apparently it is a confusion on my part. I use a clipper myself, and I use combs too, so it is highly unlikely I am confused. I proceeded to check with 2 different groomers how they would approach a scissor cut if I requested for it. One straight up said to me, we don't do it, it takes too long and it would be hard to charge a fair price, and if another groomer tells you they do only scissor cut, they are not telling the truth. She did mention that a handful of high-end groomers do it, however at a higher price. I had an open conversation with another groomer if they will say yes to a scissor cut but use a clipper as well, she said yes, that's what we would normally do, however, if you specifically say scissor only, we will do it for you under premium cut, and yes it does look different. My issue with DIT here is not that my pup's fur was looking choppy, nor was it not a full scissor cut. My issue is they have the audacity of telling me that I am confused with the "special comb" that looked like clippers to prepare the coat for a scissor cut. There is nothing special about a comb that is attached to a clipper, I bet every other household has one to trim short hair between haircuts. Please do not take me as a fool as I gave you an opportunity to come clean by checking in with you first. I do not appreciate being lied to. 14/12/2024 - In response to the owner's feedback, please note I have no intention of defaming any business whatsoever, I do not benefit from doing so. I'm not sure which part of my review is rude and unprofessional as everything I have mentioned are facts. I asked you politely twice if she was indeed only scissor cut, before putting up my review. Plus, I do not need to be better educated in dog grooming as that is not my profession, I'll concentrate on saving lives thank you very much. I'll let the photos do the talking. If she is not being shorn down in the photos then I am indeed the fool here. Also, DOG has only been twice, not four times as claimed and when I picked her up the second time, I did not say she looked great. More importantly, it is laughable that my little girl is a HE 😵💫
Highly recommend Snout & About!! 5⭐️ would give more if I could! Our dog Crumpet absolutely loves his walks with Jenna. He wakes up every Tuesday waiting at the door for her. Jenna is punctual, reliable and fun! The booking / payment system is simple and Jenna has been really accomodating to try and move things around when our schedule changes. We also get sent a report every walk with really cute photos of crumpet and his new doggy friends 🥰🥰🥰
Jenna always takes wonderful care of our greyhound Patty! Patty doesn’t always get along with other dogs and has developed some mobility issues, but Jenna makes sure she is happy, comfortable and safe 😊 Patty and I have been very happy with her care and would highly recommend her services! …
I could not be more grateful to Jenna for her kindness to my dogs - professional, reliable and dependable. Best of all my dogs love her and knowing they were being walked properly made all the difference to my holiday.
We love snout & about. So happy to have found Jenna, my lil Jasper loves going out on his weekly van trip and explorations. Brightens both of our days, Jasper out on his adventures with his new pals and me at work seeing the photos on the service report of his happy face. 🌞 …
I can't speak highly enough of Jenna who has been taking my seven-month-old Great Dane puppy Phoebe for training walks three times a week for the past few months while I recover from an injury. Phoebe is very bouncy (like all Great Danes, she can inadvertently cause damage to humans and furniture just by wagging her tail) and is easily spooked by unfamiliar sounds and objects. Thanks to Jenna, however, Phoebe is learning impulse control and developing much more confidence out in the world. Jenna is incredibly kind and patient with Phoebe (who adores her) and she is both very reliable and very flexible in terms of walking arrangements (for instance, last week she took Phoebe to the vet to be weighed as part of their outing). After each walk, Jenna sends an email with a detailed description of how the walk went, along with a whole bunch of gorgeous photos and a map showing what territory they covered. I fully trust her with my house keys and my 40kg fur baby, and recommend her unreservedly to others! (Also, "Snout and About" is a cool pun!)
I will definitely recommend this business!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Jenna has been taking good care of my fur baby twice a week for the past month and the level of care that she has been providing is thus far better than any previous dog trainers and dog walkers I have dealt with in the past. She has definitely outdone my expectations. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Jenna is great - easy booking system, great communication and most importantly takes wonderful care of our dog. Highly recommend Snout & About!
Great service! Can recommend. Jenna is considerate and thorough and we always know our doggo is in safe hands
Our nearly 2 year old groodle loves walks with Jenna and we love great feedback with pictures.
Love Mad Paws! So nice to have my dog cared for by Savin and his family each time we go away 🤩 I know my dog is looked after and loved. So lovely to receive pics of him while we’re away too. Thanks so much for caring for my little darling while we’re away 🥰 …
We recently had an unfortunate experience with Adrian, who we found through MadPaws. Our 6-year-old Golden Retriever, Benji, stayed with him last week, and while the sitter had great reviews and the meet-and-greet with his Maremmano dog went smoothly, our experience was far from what we had hoped for. When we picked Benji up, we noticed a lot of blood on his thigh. At first, we thought it might be a scratch, but once we got home, we discovered five puncture wounds, which were clearly bite marks. We were devastated and rushed Benji to the emergency vet twice that night to ensure he received the care he needed. We messaged the sitter to let him know what had happened and shared photos of the wounds. Initially, he denied that his dog could have bitten Benji, claiming he always monitors the dogs. While we weren’t accusing him, we simply wanted to share our experience so he could take extra precautions in the future. Unfortunately, he did not respond to our concerns at first. After following up to express how upsetting the situation was and mentioning we would leave feedback on MadPaws to inform other pet owners, he finally apologized. However, we felt that the response lacked genuine empathy or acknowledgment of the seriousness of what happened. We are sharing this feedback not to defame the sitter but to inform other pet owners. If you are considering this sitter, please be aware of his dog’s behavior and ensure your pet’s safety. We don’t want any other pets to go through what Benji endured. Benji is recovering now, but this experience has left us deeply shaken. As pet owners, we understand how important it is to ensure our furry friends are safe and well-cared for when we’re away, and we hope this feedback helps others make an informed decision.
Tiago and his partner were absolutely wonderful with having our puppy sleep over for a night. They were lovely to deal with and treated our little man with such care and kindness. We highly recommend Mad Paws. What an awesome and easy service to use. 🐾
Dont use these services, just google pet sitters and walkers and have a chat with one of them about options, all pet sitters are different and you will be able to find someone who suits your needs without letting Mad Paws take a cut for no reason at all, they provide nothing.
Terrible company, after contacting about 50 sitters who are either overpriced or keep declining I’m still yet to find someone who can look after my pets. The app is horrid and keeps crushing and the fee they want to take makes the whole sitting unaffordable. Would not recommend
Great business very easy to use and our pet sitter was amazing our dog loved her stay. Will be using her again for sure. Can 100% recommend Mad Paws
I've been using mad paws for over a year and had great sitters each time. I like that you can see reviews before booking with someone. We have a few sitters now that we use on a regular basis.
Mad Paws is a fantastic service that put me in touch with great dog people. The system was really easy to use, I was able to review potential pet sitters based on their profile, reviews and proximity to my home. Booking and payment was secure and simple. Each pet sitter has looked after our puppy perfectly and sent photo updates while we were away. Our dog returned home happy and relaxed. I can highly recommend this service.
Mad Paws is a great service that put me in touch with a wonderful cat sitter. The system was really easy to use - I was able to review potential pet sitters based on their profile and reviews, and proximity to my home. Booking and payment was secure and simple. Fiona, the caring sitter that looked after my two cats did everything perfectly and sent me updates during my time away. The cats were relaxed and happy when I returned. I can highly recommend this service.
I found Mad Paws by accident and was very impressed with this service. The booking process is quick, easy and support is always available if required. The prices are very reasonable in my opinion. My dog had a great time as the sitter owns two dogs so he had a lot of bonding with his new mates. I'll definite use Mad Paws from now on as it was a very positive experience for me and my dog and totally opposite to the kennel which I found impersonal, expensive and jail-like.
What a find, an absolute rare gem, Karl ticks all the boxes. It's quite a challenge to find someone who is confident handling our mixed bag of feathers, fur and scales....but Karl took care of them all, above and beyond our expectations. The garden even survived a heatwave week. Great communicator, professional and with a passion for all creatures, big and small. So happy to have Karl on board, we can travel with total peace of mind.
Karl regularly feeds and walks our beautiful boy, a 9 year old standard poodle when we are away or busy with work. He is reliable and our animals love him, we also love the knowledge that they are being loved and exercised by someone who truly enjoys being with them.
