Alpha Dog is our go to boarding place for our puppy. It is a top notch place, with very professional and helpful staff, clean facilities, and good policies to keep your dog safe. Doggies are separated into appropriate play groups and they are well taken care of. Alpha Dog is specific and detailed about how they care for your dog and they'll want to know everything about food, medications, preferences, etc. They kindly will send some photo updates every so often so you can see your cute dog having fun while you are away.. They are wonderful for doggy daycare and dog boarding, and we feel very comfortable leaving our dog there! Thanks Alpha Dog! read more

AlphaDog Lodging - Pet Groomers Near Me - Mill Valley, California

Always a great experience at Alpha Dog. The team is amazing...The manager, Ashley, is really just awesome, as are Murph and Byron. They offer a new dog-walking service that has been great for our Lab. We also board there, and we totally trust them. read more

I took my puppy to group classes, private sessions, and puppy socials in SF, but it wasn't until he started working with the team at AlphaDog that I saw real progress on the issues we were struggling with. This is far more than a typical boarding facility--there are 8-10 staff onsite every day, and experienced trainers who provide individualized training alongside daycare and boarding. The results have been amazing, and my pup absolutely loves going there. Highly recommend! read more

My dog lucy has been coming to Alpha Dog for years and loves it. Today it went to the next level! She went on a hike with Karen and had the time of her life. She is also learning new ways to listen and come back when called which I love. Soon Karen is going to take me on the hike to show me the skills to use on my own with Lucy on the trails. Lucy came back after the hike happy and TIRED which I love. I highly recommend requesting Karen and her hiking program when you come to Alpha Dog. read more

Our 14 yr old Aussie/lab mix is always so excited to visit AlphaDog and has been a client for over 7 years for daycare and boarding. They take wonderful care of her plus their bath / groom services are top notch as well! Highly recommend this place! read more

We've had a great experience with AlphaDog Lodging for both daycare and training. From the start, their intake and temperament evaluation process gave us real confidence that dogs are grouped thoughtfully and safely. Daycare has been fantastic for our puppy's energy management and has fully mitigated the work-from-home risk of separation anxiety. He's thrilled to start his day at AlphaDog -- forgetting we exist the moment he walks in -- and comes home happy and relaxed. We've also really appreciated some training days through AlphaDog University. The team is knowledgeable and consistent, and we've seen solid progress -- especially because they emphasize teaching owners how to reinforce the techniques at home. All in all, AlphaDog clearly cares deeply about the well-being and long-term success of their dogs! read more

When it rains it's impossible to walk to retrieve your dog 3 inches of rain in the parking lot and three inches at the door Ridiculous Shoes completely covered Dog was absolutely and completely drenched My problem now, thanks read more

I'm sitting in the DFW airport after a weekend trip , the first one in a long time And my thoughts are that if not for Alpha Dog , their competence, compassion, thoroughness, professionalism and love of dogs I would not be going anywhere if I couldn't take Elvis. In fact I will only leave my Elvis at Alpha Dog for boarding. I'm not a wealthy person but the cost is irrelevant; the quality of care exceptional, and My peace of mind paramount. I can go without but I would be compromising the quality of care if I brought him elsewhere. I've done my research. Daycare is a given love but boarding is different. I would not even let a friend care for him on an overnight; only Alpha Dog. That is how exceptional this facility is. My little Elvis has been diagnosed with 2 health challenges ; both of which require medication administered a total of 5 times per day, once in the middle of the night, and that he stays warm because of one condition. They have gone above and beyond for my Elvis this weekend . He is thoroughly checked it, the staff is impeccable following instructions. In fact one of his conditions was first noticed there . I called twice a day and happily given an update, , always making time for my little check ins. I would not nor will I ever take my dog elsewhere . I trust them as much as I trust myself making decisions for my dog in an emergency. I KNOW he will get the BEST CARE . I am so grateful to amazing staff whom my dog goes crazy walking in and seeing the staff. He is fighting to get out of my arms to them and he doesn't look back. He's so happy, and I have peace of mind knowing he is in the ABSOLUTE BEST facility in Marin , Sonoma and San Francisco County. And no I'm not on their payroll. read more

AlphaDog Lodging - Training at the Pumpkin patch at Larkspur Landing - Pet Groomers Near Me - Mill Valley, California

Mt elderly mother needs a pet boarder for the holiday. Alpha dog requested my mother to visit with her 15 year old dog once and then requested three more Visits. They kept her dog five hours each visit promising she was reserved for a holiday week stay. (12/23-27). On her fourth visit they canceled her holiday week reservation indicating her dog is barking in her cage. My mother spent a total of $200, when this pet observation could have been 4 hours NOT 20. On some level it appears like a scam and taking advantage of the elderly. .Be warned. read more

I absolutely love AlphaDog and my dog does as well. He's a shy and timid dog and is normally nervous going into any building that isn't our home. At other day cares we tried in the city he never got comfortable. But by his third day care he was excited and pulling to go in! The staff is so incredibly friendly and accommodating. I've noticed they know every dog and owners name by heart and the genuinely care so much that the dogs are comfortable, safe and having fun. They are also great about contacting us to confirm our day care schedule and to keep our dogs vaccinations up to date. Every month that goes by it gets better and we couldn't be happier there. read more

I've been bringing our dog, Storm, here for the past five years, and we couldn't be happier with the care and love she gets every time. From the moment we pull into the parking lot, Storm is so excited. And by the time we pick her up, she's happy and tired. The front desk staff knows Storm and us by heart, which always makes drop-offs and pick-ups feel personal and welcoming. It's clear they genuinely care about the dogs in their care, and that means the world to us. Even it's for a day of play or an extended boarding stay, we fully trust them. It gives us peace of mind whenever we're away, and we're so grateful for it. read more

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I took my mini golden doodle to AlphaDog Spa for grooming and she got a gorgeous trim! I have been sending her regularly for a nail and paw pad trim for a while and decided to try the full spa treatment. So happy I did. Nina and Danyelle are loving with my girl and always professional. Would highly recommend! read more

AlphaDog is incredible. We've sent four dogs--of different sizes and temperaments--here over the past 7 years, and all of them love it! Everyone at AlphaDog is super friendly, and they truly care about the pups. They give each dog individualized attention, really pay attention to all of them and give us useful "pupdates," and we always know the dogs are in great hands at AlphaDog. The true testament is that the pups are truly so pumped up to go there for daycare or for boarding--they love Ashley, Byron, and all of the rest of the staff. We honestly feel so thankful to find somewhere the dogs love going, knowing they are so happy and love playing in the yard all day while all sleeping together at night. Cannot recommend enough. read more

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Our sweet golden retriever has learned so much from the amazing folks at AlphaDog. We've done training, boarding, daycare, and now the new trail hiking program -- it's all been wonderful. The front desk team are always friendly, helpful, and ready to go above and beyond to make sure our furry friend is well taken care of. read more

Do not bring your dog here unless they are an expensive breed. The staff, the trainers, and the owners are discriminatory against any dog that is not 10 pounds or a doodle and have no experience or interest in socializing dogs unless it's an easy task with puppies. Overpriced and poor service all around. The staff have zero decision making ability and there is never a supervisor around to help or speak to. Do not recommend. read more

AlphaDog is a key part of my support system for my sweet girl (a 4 year old chessie) who has been going to AlphaDog since a puppy. She can't wait to get out of the car when I arrive to drop her off. On the business side, Alpha is a well run organization with a wonderful staff. I like the packs of days with discounts. Their record-keeping is top-notch and I appreciate the reminders for vaccinations due - a healthy environment for all dogs is obviously a priority. Reservation requests are done via email and I typically get a response within an hour or less. Yes, we are total fans of AlphaDog! read more

We went to AlphaDog for service animal training our pup, Fermi, and have nothing but glowing reviews. Sierra, our trainer, is one of the best we've ever encountered. If you're looking for a service animal trainer in the Bay Area, your search ends here. Sierra understands, intuitively and through extensive experience, how to break down each task in a way that makes it easy and fast for Fermi to learn. She knows how to assess each dog's strengths and weaknesses to then tailor her approach to each individual dog. She's an amazing balance of love and boundaries and have also taught us how to be better dog parents and teachers to our pup. She is genuinely delighted by Fermi; it is such an amazing feeling to see another person care for our dog the way that we care for her. Most importantly, Fermi loves Sierra! Every time we drop her off for training and Fermi sees Sierra, she gets so excited and her tail spins like a helicopter. Our family is going through a hard time right now with serious health issues and we are so grateful that Fermi is able to show up as a professionally trained service animal all thanks to Sierra. Our lives are forever changed by AlphaDog. read more

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My dog and I both LOVE AlphaDog. I brought him to their puppy socialization classes when he was young, and now he is a regular for both boarding and daycare. He's always thrilled when I ask if he's ready to go to "school". From the start, every single staff member has been friendly to me and loving to my little Alfie. Dropoff and pick up are always a happy and easy process because they know each dog and how to best take care of them. My dog is a picky eater and they figure out how to get him to eat, and they always let me know if something seems off with him. He always comes home happy and tired after playing with his friends, both dog and human! read more

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AlphaDog lodging and training has been amazing for my Great Dane puppy! The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and goes the extra mile to make sure my dog is safe, comfortable and has a fantastic time. The facility is clean and organized, and there is plenty of space on the play yard. The dogs get out and play with supervised play time. The training staff is wonderful! I can't recommend AlphaDog enough. If you have to go away, need daycare, or training for your dog, there is no better place. read more

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Michael Wombacher is the real deal! We just completed his obedience class and I just loved it. His knowledge and practicality make for an amazing combination in his classes. Worth the time investment and cost...ABSOLUTELY. Are going for more..without a doubt. read more

AlphaDog Lodging - Pet Groomers Near Me - Mill Valley, California

My dog Aza has been attending Alpha Dog for years and loves spending time with the team. They are always happy to see him, and he is always stoked to be there! I couldn't recommend Alpha Dog more highly! read more

We have used AlphaDog Lodging for almost six years for day care and boarding for our 6-year-old standard Bernedoodle, and the service is always outstanding. Ollie loves going to Alpha Dog and comes home after each visit with a happy and tired doggy. The smiles on his face are priceless. He usually goes one or two days a week, and we board him up to three nights at a time. Alpha Dog is very in demand, so I recommend you pre-plan as much as possible. Ashley, Phoenix, and the rest of the management team are highly effective, trustworthy, and provide great customer service. And they have managed to retain lots of their staff, which means nice continuity for the dog's experience, too. They offer great benefits to their team which helps, and I love to see as I think it says a lot about the values of the business owners. read more

AlphaDog Lodging - Pet Groomers Near Me - Mill Valley, California

AlphaDog Lodging is AMAZING! What makes them amazing is how much the employees and owner are invested in each dog. They know each dog by name, understanding and are compassionate, flexible and loving towards each dog and their personality. The employees are happy, the dogs are taken care of very well. My dog loves going there and has loved going there most weekdays since he was a puppy and comes home well exercised, fed and tired. Everytime he arrives, he loves the treats and the fun he's going to have. I love that that's there's a place that he loves (because he is very picky, let's be honest!) and he's safe and having fun and very well taken care of when I am not able to take care of him. What makes this place special is how well they take care of the facility, the people that play with the dogs and the excellent communication. They do a really good job letting you know if something is going on with your dog, how their day was, holiday planning, etc. I feel like they are very upfront, honest and direct and always have the dog's best interest at heart. They honestly care. Julien and Ashley hire terrific people and the place only gets better as time goes by. They pay attention to details, listen and remind you when your pet is due for vaccinations. Personally, I have peace of mind when my dog is with AlphaDog and he loves all the fun! Thank you, AD for all that you have done for our family! read more

We've been sending our dogs to Alphadog for years for daycare and boarding. The staff there are so friendly and are the only people other than my family that our anxious dog is at ease with. Our super playful husky also loves going there to see the staff and play with similar energy dogs, and she can't wait to go inside once she knows she's heading there. The team has been so helpful throughout times when our dogs and family have been doing well and also have been so supportive when we've needed them when life has turned a bit upside down. I couldn't imagine how we'd manage without the wonderful team there! read more

This review is long overdue and I really hope that a lot more dog parents find Julien of AlphaDog Lodging and his team! I would totally give 10 stars if I could. I hosted a HUGE dog event for Google San Francisco way back in October, where we welcomed about 100 dogs, and invited Julien and his team over to facilitate the outdoor event and host agility courses and behavorial talks for the dogs and their owners. They were hands down THE BEST dog trainers we have worked with in the past two years and all the dog parents who attended the event LOVED what Dog Gone Good has brought in and taught them during the event. They made a large event with so many dogs not only fun, but also very smooth and easy. We could only imagine how much more care they'll put in for 1:1 training sessions or smaller groups. Julien and the rest of the team, from the Google San Francisco team, thank you so much for helping us with our event, and sharing your expertise with us. Best, Eli read more

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I am a local resident who began bringing my 1.5 year old Standard Poodle, Majik, for daycare a few months ago. The daycare service was great, and everyone that I had spoken with was so informative and thorough, verifying our dog's vaccination/health status. Our main focus was gaining control of the smartest (of 4) standard poodles. While we did a few sessions with recommended training professionals, Alpha Dog had been so effective for daycare, we called to inquire about daycare and training that allowed us to have him to share our beds while they did the training. It has been an incredible experience! The training manager, Samantha McCabe, set up his weekly schedule was very helpful with setting up his weekly schedule, guided us through our outdoor and in-home concerns. His primary trainer, Tiana, and Sierra, handled Majik with such care, working with him out at Crissy Field and the Mill Valley Dop Run 2x a week. After only a few sessions, we noticed an enormous (quantum leap!) increase in his responsiveness. He now comes running even if distracted by other dogs (which are his favorite). She even worked with us at the beach to show us how to continue reinforcing the training! He comes, he stops and drops mid run, which might save his life in a threatening situation. AlphaDog, I am really grateful that we thought to come to you and let you lead the way on how we gain control. We are receiving so much value in the training...And in having a more exercised dog who is less unruly around other dogs... Thank you for all you do! read more

AlphaDog Lodging - Pet Groomers Near Me - Mill Valley, California

We take our 5 year old dachshund to Alpha Dog frequently for daycare. Everyone that works there is wonderful and always excited to see her. Our dog is always happy to see her friends at Alpha, and we love that they are such a caring, convenient spot for us to bring her. read more

For the last two years our dog has loved going to AlphaDog for her doggie daycare! Everyone there cares for her so well and she eagerly runs in every time. They offer various training, boarding and grooming. We've loved AlphaDog and are so glad it's near to us. read more

Our dog Mochi, has been going to AlphaDog about a year - since she was a fully vaccinated puppy. The team at AlphaDog is amazing. They are super professional, caring, and it's obvious that they love dogs and care for each one as if it's their won. Mochi goes two days a week regularly and other days when we have meetings and can't work from home. The mornings we take her to AlphaDog, we tell her - "it's time to go to AlphaDog and see your friends" and she jumps up, runs across the room and waits at the door ready to go. The team always provides an update on how the day went when I ask or if they notice anything special that needs attention. They accomodate special request and they always save the plastic bags I bring Mochi's food in so I can recycle and use again - they care about the details. I can't say enough great things about the quality of care and support we receive from AlphaDog. They made it super easy for us to transition from not having a dog to adopting Mochi and supporting our family. read more

Terrific service dog training program! Our Australian Shepherd trained with both Sierra and Tiana -- incredible trainers for both dog and handler. They were thoughtful, dedicated and professional throughout the whole process. 10/10 recommend. Also now using AlphaDog for occasional boarding and daycare. Our dog loves it and comes home tired and happy. read more

AlphaDog Lodging - Practicing down stay - Pet Groomers Near Me - Mill Valley, California

The staff at AlphaDog is amazing. They truly care about every dog and go above and beyond to give them a safe, fun, and comfortable place to play and stay. Our dogs love coming to AlphaDog! read more

This is probably a long review I should have written a few weeks ago, but I believe in giving businesses the benefit of the doubt. We boarded Basil here for about 10 days in July and opted for some training to keep him stimulated during his stay, and hopefully improve some of his loose leash walking skills. It was his first time boarding (other than the trial night) and we were notified that Basil had some issues adjusting and slight anxiety while in the crate. We were assured that this was normal for first timers and that he was improving each day. We thought nothing more of this since the report cards we were receiving mentioned that he was doing well and his training was progressing quickly. We picked up him after returning from our trip and the next day Basil had developed kennel cough. We weren't surprised, since we knew how common and frequent contracting kennel cough could be, but immediately called Alpha Dog to let them know so that they could be aware and notify other customers. Initially they denied having any kennel cough cases during Basil's stay, but after talking to the staff about his symptoms more, they admitted that they had two cases during that week but there was no way Basil could have caught it since they were in seperate yards. We found that hard to believe since it's highly infectious, but again, we knew this was a possibility when boarding him and did not not think more. We would, however, have liked more transparency about Alpha Dog having any cases with their customers, like most training/daycare places do in the Bay Area. While we notified them of Basil contracting kennel cough, my partner and I also reached out to Alpha Dog on 3 separate occasions to get feedback from their team on Basil's extended stay and the training that they completed with him. We never heard back after leaving voicemails and messages with the staff who assured us that the managers would give us a call back. It was a bit upsetting not to hear back from any of times we reached out, especially since some of the training notes mentioned that there are some items that they want to teach and review with us. Life got busy, so we put it all on the backburner, but still no outreach from anyone at AlphaDog. We were disappointed by the lack of service, feedback and communication despite paying over $1100 for his stay and training. The final straw for us though is we recently reached out to Alpha Dog to see if they can take Basil for two nights, since a friend had to pull out of watching Basil last minute. Despite our previous experience, we decided to give it one more shot, but again we received no reply to our email. My partner followed up by phone and we were told that Basil was not allowed to board with them anymore since he was anxious the last time. We were told that a manager would need to approve his stay request and that they would have them contact us shortly to discuss. Again, we heard nothing from them at all. I'll be the first to admit that Basil is not perfect, but he's well trained, socialized, happy, and a quick learner. And after repeatedly asking for feedback on multiple occasions, this is the exact kind of information we would have welcomed and worked on with him. Overall we're really disappointed in the service they provided, or lack thereof. It truly seems like they do not care for his training, improvement, or transparency with us. They don't even bother to respond to calls or emails. All this time we could have been working on his overnight stay anxiety or spent the money training him elsewhere where they provide actual feedback and results. Please consider going elsewhere. We've had great experience with Fetch! Bay Area in case you're looking for recommendations for boarding. read more

After reading some of the mixed reviews on here, I felt compelled to share as well. It seems some of the negative reviews are specific to that individual dog and their (or the owner's) experience and, while valid, color what is otherwise a well-run, friendly establishment. My 2yo pup Winston comes home happy and tired - he likely has less fun than he does on other outings because he's more of a roam on a trail or swim in the ocean kind of a dog, but he gets the stimulation and attention he craves (and again, this is his/our experience - every dog is different). Winston has been going to AD for the last year or so and we only generally go 1x/week and don't do boarding so I can only speak to that experience. They have also been a lifesaver with weekend daycare when things come up that take me away for more than a few hours - he has refuge there instead of being sad at home. Unless they're super busy (holidays, etc.) they generally make room for those types of requests, sometimes even same day. I have a small wishlist of things for them which may be helpful for others as well: 1. It would be great if there were cameras for the occasional peek in or photos shared. I've never seen the play or quiet areas there & really have no visibility into what's going on during the day which is hard 2. The parking lot is an absolute nightmare. Not much they can do about it given the real estate in that area, but having to back out of the lot onto one of the busiest roads in MV is almost always challenging & if you have to make a left from there - yikes! 3. The scheduling is a bit confusing and arduous given you have to re-confirm your schedule every quarter and if you don't, you can lose your spot. They're great about sending out communications around this, but it would be super helpful if there was a portal for booking, requests, billing, etc. All in all, we're very happy at AD and appreciate their location and super friendly team (he gets extra happy when he sees Veronica!) who always greet Winston (and me) with smiles and excitement (I don't get a treat, though...). I'm giving them 5 stars preemptively in hopes that some of the items on the list above are addressed at some point. :) read more

They really love dogs here! When we bring ours he races in tail wagging, and when we pick him up he seems happy as well! read more

Our family has been using Alpha Dog for the past 4+ years. That includes daycare and overnights for up to 2 weeks. My husband and I have so much admiration and respect for the staff at Alpha Dog. They genuinely show much love and kindness to all the dogs. They are very thorough with regard to his nutrition, and his overall fitness. They will always double check as to any changes that they should be aware of. Our dog is a 11 year old, 10 lb poodle who truly seems to love going to AlphaDog. He doesn't show any signs of distress and for that we are so grateful. We highly recommend AlphaDog to all dog lovers! You will not be disappointed! read more

So disappointed. I have no idea what goes on when my dog is there. They don't allow you to see the yard or kennels. When he was a pup he liked it, now he fights us when we bring him there, which is rare and only for day care. He's gotten giardia there, he's come home covered in poop, recently he came home and threw up. I don't think they really care about the dogs well being, only the $$$$. The staff used to be better now they're kind of rude. Camp K9 in Corte Madera has cameras and you can see your dog being outside in the yard for one hour then inside for one hour then outside again. They rotate every hour. They have less employees but it's way better managed. The difficult part is that they have strict drop off and pick up hours which are inconvenient. Recently at Alpha it was a very hot day and supposedly they had pools. Our dog came home dry as a bone and threw up. I keep trying to give them the benefit of the doubt but I think we're done. Thank god our dog is not a child in daycare. Don't know what to else to say, but it's hard to trust people with your cherished family members. 0 Stars for Alpha. read more

I wholeheartedly recommend Sierra Berrick as a dog trainer at Alphadog Lodging. Sierra helped me train my dog to be a reading dog with some therapy techniques. I'm so grateful to Sierra for helping me train him to be the most well behaved and loving dog to take to school to be with children. She is a valuable resource for any dog owner. She has such dedication to the well being and training of dogs. She was always available to answer questions and teach me step by step how to train my pup. Most importantly, my dog loves her. She cared for him as much as he cared for her. I have great trust in Sierra as an incredible skilled dog trainer. read more

AlphaDog Lodging - Pet Groomers Near Me - Mill Valley, California

I need to share my experience with Alpha Dog so that maybe this won't happen to some others. For the most part, the staff was nice. Sometimes felt like I was inconveniencing then by asking questions about how my dog did. Especially the front desk employees. I only started asking questions because I never got a report card at the end of my dogs stay. (Which they always claim to send out by the end of the day, and never do) The biggest problem was that I had to take my dog to the vet twice after he went to daycare at Alphadog because they gave him a bone that I did not provide. It did not sit well with him and he had stomach issues for months afterwards. I wish they would have asked me before giving it to him. Another big issue was that I was never told that the dogs wear e collars when they are in the kennels. Nor do I see that anywhere on the website. It's not that I'm against e collars, again, I just wish they would have mentioned this to me before hand. After he got sick from having that bone, I decided to give it another chance. I don't know if it was just my paranoia from him getting sick (waking up multiple times during the night with diarrhea), I felt like I noticed he couldn't wait to leave when picking up. That's why I wish I could have had any type of information about how my dog was doing during his stay. Like how much play time did he have? How long was he in the kennel? Probably not going back after finding out about the e collars though. One positive is that the price for daycare is reasonable. read more

Our puppy has been enjoying many of the services AlphaDog Lodging offers-- from grooming, overnight stays, daycare, and training. She loves it there and is always excited as we walk up to the front door. The training program is wonderful and have worked with our puppy to learn all the basics in various environments. We are so proud of her and have been blown away by her progress! When we walk in the door the staff at AlphaDog know our dog by name and are just as happy to see her and she is to see them. read more

AlphaDog has been a wonderful place for my dog to play, board and train. My 1.5 year old lab has been attending their training program, as well as daycare for the past year and we have had zero issues. I want to highlight the AlphaDog Service Dog program and their Service Dog trainer, Sierra. Service Dog training involves patience, hard work and collaboration with the trainer. Sierra provided me and my dog will all the skills needed. She is passionate, experienced and understanding. She provides videos and specific information after each training session which is very helpful. I could watch the progression during each training session, and through these videos I learned what techniques to use when training with my dog at home. Most importantly, Sierra teaches the owner how to be the 'handler' through in-person trainings with owner and dog. I learned a lot with her and I appreciate all that she has done for me and for my dog. If anyone is interested in Service Dog training, she's your gal. read more

AlphaDog Lodging - Pet Groomers Near Me - Mill Valley, California