Amy is a terrific pet caretaker. She clearly has love for pets and took care of our dog like it was…read moreher own. Easy communication and clear and fair pricing. Highly recommended.

After meeting Amy, it was clear that she loved dogs of all kinds. Our dog Chloe warmed right up to…read moreher. She is very knowledgeable about caring for dogs, set schedules, disciplining very nicely as needed. She has the perfect backyard for the dogs to play. We had amy board Chloe and also had her in the daycare during the day. Chloe made new dog friends when before she would bark at every single dog on our daily walks. Chloe came home happy and relaxed. We would definitely have amy watch Chloe again and trust her completely.

My little guy has been to this establishment a few times, our last experience has been the worst…read more He stayed there for a weekend and came home with a bloody injury under his eye. When I asked them if they can provide any insight on what happened, they mentioned he was playing rough and was relaxing by himself- my dog doesn't relax by himself when he's around other dogs, he's playful and his RELIABLE dog sitter calls him the life of the party. They did however confirm they saw blood on the floor but just assumed it was from another dog's urine-- WHAT! As a dog owner we all know when there's blood in a dog's urine it is watery, it doesn't actually look like blood! My dog had blood under his eye, an open wound and blood reside in his hair. His veterinarian confirmed it wasn't an injury playing with another dog.

TL;DR If you have a large breed that's energetic it's probably not going to work out for you!…read more The staff was super friendly and kind to us, but they had difficulty handling our two 8 month old husky/shepherd mixes with a large group. They're a very energetic breed and at a hyperactive age so we didn't expect them to be super chill, but we take them to the dog park everyday 2x a day and can confirm they just play like huskies do. They were too much for the staff to manage, which is fine, though we were anticipating the staff to be experienced with all types of breeds/etc and were disappointed it didn't work out. I noticed a lot of signs indicating they're short staffed for daycare, so it's possible there's just not enough people right now to take on higher energy pups in the mix of a large group. Our pups had so much fun on their first day with a small group, we were really looking forward to using Elliot's house!! I saw some other reviews that suggest this is a common experience for energetic breeds trying out daycare here, so just leaving a quick FYI for other owners since it's a lot of time and money to find a daycare that's a good fit!!

These guys are absolutely amazing, I literally created a yelp account just to make this review. We…read moreneeded daily walks for our golden retriever for only about a month given some temporary housing and The Fetching Hound so greatly exceeded expectations. Their daily email summaries and pictures brought us such joy and they were so kind with our dog, easing her into the rotation with the others. The whole crew is amazing (Lucas, Glenn, Chiara, Sean, Henry), could not recommend more! Couldn't recommend this group any

Mike, Thien and the Fetching Hound Crew are a joy to know! I highly recommend them for your doggy…read moreneeds and found them knowledgeable, accommodating and exceptional with their customer interactions. We had a great experience using them for weekly walks and boarding services for our mini Goldendoodle Wilson and already miss them now that we've relocated to the Philly area. If you are looking for a convenient way to get your dog some exercise, socialization and just to have fun-check out The Fetching Hound. You will be extremely pleased and we also found them to be reasonably priced for the Boston area.

All furbabies and their parents are lucky in Boston area to have Furry Styles…read more Wish Krusty and I could move to Cambridge. Stefani, the owner of Furry Styles, previous owner of Tefani & So. Dogcare in San Francisco, and mom of two golden retrievers, Rossi and Lars, is the savior for us when I was looking for daycare for Krusty back in 2021. I guess all dog parents have their own challenges with their dogs. Krusty is lovable and smart, but she is sometimes moody and protective of her mom. However, Stefani always focused on her positive side and potential and helped Krusty to be better K9 citizen in last 3-4 years while we were with Tefani. Even though Krusty is very picky with human and other dogs, Stefani quickly became her favorite person and Tefani was her favorite place to go every morning. The pictures with Krusty's big smile, which Stefani shared with me every day, always made my day while I was at work. Sometimes, I am not sure how Stefani remembers all details about Krusty, but, Yes, she remembers everything. She knows whether Krusty needs more attention or some space. She communicates with me if there is any I have to be aware of. She took care of Krusty like her own dog with lots of love while I was away. Even though Krusty is very sensitive with others who try to touch her paws or butt, Krusty trusts Stefani for grooming and Stefani knows Krusty so well that she always provides best haircut for Krusty that fit into her lifestyle. We are still sad that Stefani moved to Boston. We miss her so much.

From the owner: At Furry Styles, we believe every dog deserves a pampering experience tailored just for them. Our…read moreapproach focuses on creating a calm and loving environment that helps your pup feel safe, relaxed, and fun during their grooming session. No crate time, no cage drying, no force drier drying, nothing but a wholesome SPA session our fur babies deserve. After working with dogs for over 10 years and raising many of our own, we strongly believe each pup deserves personalized care that fits their individualized personalities and styles. This will not only ensure a smooth grooming experience, but also create an enjoyable and trusted relationship through positive reinforcement. Home is ultimately the most comfortable place to foster this relationship through our services. And the grooming process is totally a state of art.

We came to Mel weary after bad experiences with prior, inexperienced walkers. Mel came in, quickly…read morebuilt rapport with our anxious rescue pups, and had them (and us) at ease in no time. We even told her not to bother walking on of our two dogs due to her demeanor and lack of interest, and Mel wouldn't take no for an answer-she had both dogs off the couch with her in no time. Our dogs not only became better behaved with Mel, but overall happier and easier to walk for us as well. Dave then took over our walks without missing a beat-you won't find anyone more knowledgeable nor dedicated to his clients and their dogs. If we could've taken them with us when we moved out of Somerville, we would've in a heartbeat.

We have used Fetch for years. They are extremely dependable, good at communication and only use…read morepositive reinforcement for training. My dog has also boarded with Fetch, with great success. Highly recommend!

I love this place! The employees are very nice and friendly. They remember my dog when I'm dropping…read morehim off. And my pup gets so excited when he realizes we're going there. Thank you for everything you do!!

I highly recommend this place for your fur babies I got a…read morelast minute work appointment during my trip in Boston and I was looking for a place to leave my dog for one day, I wasn't sure if I was choosing the right place due to some of the reviews, however they were beyond my expectations; they help me accommodate him at the last minute and keep me posted all the time about him and even gave me helpful tips to keep him calm for our upcoming road trip. My baby had a great time and I will definitely bring him back when I am back in the area. Thanks a lot

An update of my review from (gulp) 10 years ago! Patty at The Cat's Pajamas Inn continues to be a…read morelifesaver. I can't imagine how we would have managed juggling our cat and our travel schedule all these years without her. Our guy, Tank, has spent many nights happily ensconced at The Cat's Pajamas where he enjoys spying on the comings and goings from the privacy of his own condo. Yes, we could leave him at home with a cat sitter popping by once or twice daily, but our dude is very social and gets lonely easily. Plus, he is a bit high-maintenance and Patty doesn't bat an eye at his extreme neediness. (LOL) Bottom line: Patty is a total pro. She is caring, considerate, and communicative. She keeps a close eye on her charges and intuits exactly what they need. I just can't say enough good things about her. If you want the best place possible to board your beloved cat, look no further.

Cat's Pajamas Inn is such a wonderful place to book your kitty in for a stay when you need to be…read moreaway. Not only is it a very clean and calm environment, it is so clear that Patty cares for each cat and their needs. Their "condos" have levels for them to explore, each with their own box, and privacy curtains for cats who need more time to adjust to the space. Patty sends an email the day after drop off and throughout their stay to let you know how your cat is adjusting and eating. We all know how hard it can be to have to leave your cat and take them out of the comfort of their home. Knowing how well cared for they are with Patty makes doing so much easier. I could not recommend Cat's Pajamas Inn more highly!

My Daisy has been going here for at least 2 years for grooming. I definitely recommend them for…read moregrooming. My dog is very stubborn and not easy to work with, but her groomer Jess does a great job, and she's very professional.

Great service love the groomers they always do a nice job on my dog never have a problem making an…read moreappointment I definitely recommend them!

I don't usually write reviews, but I feel it's important to share what happened after boarding my…read moredog here. When I picked him up, he seemed unusually withdrawn and upset -- something I've never seen in him before. A couple of days later, he became protective of his food and even bit me, which has never happened in the past. This behavior change makes me question how he was treated or what kind of environment he was in during his stay. I wish I had more transparency about how the dogs are handled and supervised. For anyone considering this place, please make sure you ask detailed questions about their care routines and how they manage stress or behavioral issues. I'm honestly heartbroken and won't be bringing my dog back.

Our dog Gracie has been to the Boston Dog Lodge (we call it Boston Dog Paradise) quite a few…read moretimes. When Erika picks her up on the morning of her first day, Gracie is ecstatic and cannot get into the van fast enough.Can't she just pretend she'll miss us? Safe, fun, communicative, and reliable. Rules about pick up and drop off are very clear and reasonable. Truly a unique experience for both dogs and their peeps. The only reservation I have is for Gracie's next vacation at Boston Dog Lodge.

I cannot recommend Zen Dog Training enough! We took the puppy class led by Gordon. It's truly…read moreamazing all of the content that he can fit into six sessions, and we loved that the five to ten minutes of "play time" at the beginning and end of the class gave our puppy a chance to meet other dogs and learn how to play nicely. (Side note: we always felt so safe during this time as Gordon is great at keeping an eye on pups and recognizing signs of play getting too rough). Our puppy, Puck, learned a variety of commands throughout his six weeks in the class: sit, down, stand, stay, his own name, leave it, "let's go" to get moving on walks, and "heel" to stay by our side on walks. He also learned many behavior corrections. Puck literally stopped play biting in 2 days after using Gordon's "out of the pack" technique (that alone made the class worth it to us), and Gordon's "leash step" tactic is already working on curbing his jumping on new people. Most importantly for us, WE learned so much as dog owners! Gordon taught us about puppy socialization, how to help our dog build confidence, which training tools we should have, and how to make sure we are recognizing and responding to any signs of him becoming a "fearful" dog. The experience with Gordon was truly invaluable and I think we would be lost as new puppy owners if we hadn't done this class. We were on the fence about paying for a puppy class and thought maybe we could find all of our resources on Google and using podcasts alone. Folks, I am here to say that you should not try to take dog training into your own hands. You truly get what you pay for -- this class is so worth it, and Gordon is a true professional. We have zero regrets about our decision to attend! One thing to keep in mind with this class (and probably any good puppy class) is that you do have to put in work outside of the class. Gordon really stressed this and made sure we all understood what our "homework" was for the week, and had access to training materials that we could review in between classes. I think if you are looking for a perfect solution where the trainer will train your dog for you, then this might not be the class for you -- but if you are looking to learn how to train your dog, and are invested in making sure you work in training sessions every day for the 6 week duration, then you truly couldn't find a better place than Zen Dog! HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Thank you Gordon for all of your work with Puck - we will miss the Tuesday class :) --Mary & Brandon

Gordon was great at helping to guide us through the unique challenges we had with our dog. His…read morepuppy class was so much fun and we looked forward to it each week. He gave us so many games to play with our dog to reinforce good behaviors and helped us correct behaviors like barking and biting that we didn't want in a way that wasn't scary or painful for our Nessie which was so great because I probably wouldn't have been able to be harsh towards her. We got so much confidence from his classes and our tiny puppy is brave enough to play with all the bigger dogs we see around boston.