We have been working with Heather for a couple of years and she is by far the most patient,…read morethoughtful and talented trainer for us. Our 2 year old German Shepherd has really leaned in to the engagement work that Heather has taught ALL of us. Our pup has not only learned wonderful manners and skills - he has grown more confident and eager to calmly interact with his surroundings both at home and in social situations. Heather's approach is measured and calm with a mix of joy and fun - and the sessions are as much for us humans as they are for our dog! Heather is supportive and encouraging at all times - and we are all the better dog handlers because of her expertise. Heather makes it look easy!

Heather was instrumental in teaching us (the GSD and the humans) obedience and good behavior. The…read moretraining lasted the full 14 years of our wonderful Roxie's life. Because of heather and our training, Roxie fit in everywhere she went, and protected our domicile with grace and finesse. We are in the market for our 4th GSD and Heather will definitely be our choice when the puppy arrives.

I've boarded my Aussie, Lucy, at Desjardins for both short and extended stays over the years, and I…read morecouldn't recommend them more. Kevin and Sara are wonderful, and their beautiful, spacious property is perfect for an energetic dog like Lucy. Before her first stay, they gave us a tour of the property and had Lucy complete a daycare trial, which gave me so much confidence. One of my favorite moments has been running into some of the staff on our walks. Lucy gets so excited and runs right up to them, which says everything about how well she's cared for there. I've also referred family friends, and they've all had great experiences. Desjardins is a place I trust completely, and I know Lucy is always happy and well cared for.

The owners are amazing and really love dogs. The communication is outstanding and my dog was so…read morehappy and tired from playing with other dogs all day. They are thoughtful about the dog groupings and the facilities are exceptionally clean!

We have use Parkland a few times now. A short stay, along with 2 long stays (close to 3 weeks). We…read morenow enjoy our vacations so much more because we know our Charlie is safe, happy and well cared for. They send pictures daily with cute comments (Charlie is enjoying hanging out with his knew friends. Then pics with 4 doggies). If dogs smile he seems to be doing. Also, they offer pet grooming, at very reasonable prices. So, Charlie was bathed and had his nails trimmed when we picked him up. Also worth mentioning is that when we now drop him he is excited to go. Charlie is in the middle (group) absolutely back. Look how happy they all are.

I drove out from LA to visit family and was honestly pretty nervous leaving my pup here. He's very…read moreattached to me, has never been to daycare before, and has never slept anywhere outside of home. He passed his temperament test with flying colors, but because he's a shy boy and missed me after our 5 hour drive, he didn't eat or play much. That was purely on him missing home, and it had nothing to do with the facility! They offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner, keep all the dogs well hydrated, and genuinely care for every pet there. They sent me photo updates throughout his stay, which gave me so much peace of mind. I could tell he was in the absolute best hands. I highly recommend them to anyone needing daycare or boarding. They truly love what they do and take incredible care of the pups. Thank you for taking such good care of my sweet boy!

We had such an amazing experience buying a Syrian hamster for our 7-year-old daughter! It was…read moreabsolutely worth the drive from the North Bay. Diane is incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, and welcoming. She had several Syrian hamsters for us to choose from, which was especially wonderful since we couldn't find any near our home. Our daughter felt completely comfortable there, and Diane even gave her the opportunity to hold several of the hamsters--including the father, Ed Sheeran! It made the experience so special for her. We're so grateful to Diane for making this such a memorable and positive experience!

High quality pets! This is already my second Syrian hamster from them and I just love how…read morebeautiful, friendly, healthy and curious they are.

Canine Corral is a fantastic daycare and boarding facility! They have a comprehensive, structured…read more5-day induction program that ensures dogs have a good experience at daycare. The program even includes a bath!! They do themed enrichment programs every month, which is fun and rewarding for the pups! Our little pup Sugaree just completed the induction program, and she has already gained so much confidence and good behavior. I love that Dawna's training business (Happy Tails to You) is connected with Canine Corral so everything she's learning is carried through in her interactions with the team. The team is so caring and you can tell they truly love the dogs they're caring for.

We've been with Canine Corral for over 3 years now. We adopted a pup over the pandemic and had…read moreissues finding a suitable place for daycare and the occasional boarding. Other places that we tried weren't successful in addressing our pup's anxiety and social issues. I'm so glad that we discovered Canine Corral. The staff there are well trained and they have good processes to keep things running smoothly. Our pup gets excited as we drive into the parking lot and she greets the staff with fast tail wags and licking! Those are positive behaviors that are so apparent and cannot be denied. We also utilized Happy Tails To You Dog Training with custom training. Dawna knows her stuff and the lessons that we had helped us with challenges that we were having at home. I highly recommend Canine Corral/Happy Tails To You Dog Training for anyone who needs doggie daycare or boarding.

Woof Works is the place to take your dog for training and playtime. As we approach Bonny Doon Road…read moreoff highway one our puppy Golden Retriever gets excited as she knows where we are going. When we pull into the drive she is waiting to go. We open the door she first runs for Emily and then looks for her playmates. She is just 6 months and has already learned quite a lot of obedience plus she has started on Search and Rescue. We didn't send her for that but she is a quick learner with loads of energy. This search and rescue training is good for her and she loves the exercises she has to do. Emily is unbelievable to watch. When we first took our dog Emily took the leash of us and very gently taught our dog to sit on command. Our dog was just 8 weeks old when she did this. Emily never shows anything but love and praise to the dogs she understands them and when working with the dogs she constantly praises them. She also trains us so we can continue training at home. Boarding the dog with Emily is like a vacation for the dog. When you get back your dog is happy to see you. You can tell they have enjoyed their stay. I think Emily is the female dog whisperer because she just talks in a quiet voice and the dogs obey. Our puppy is still a puppy with loads of energy her personality has not changed.l because of training. She is a fun loving dog with loads of energy that is under control. If you are interested in taking your dog to Woof Works and want a reference ask Emily for my phone number I will answer all your questions honestly

Wow, Emily is a spectacular trainer. I learned so much about my dog's (Heeler/ Shepard mix)…read moretemperament and behavior and was blown away by all the exercises and recommendations I received from Emily. After one session I was able to completely eliminate pulling on the leash and I have a much more focused connection with my pup when we go out on walks. I'm looking forward to coming back every few weeks for more exercises and feel so good knowing I have a trusted kennel to care for and train my little guy when I am gone on trips. Emily's property is spacious and tranquil with acres of wild land behind it for the doggies to roam. Emily is very confident with the dogs, speaking their language and teaching people how to understand their dog companions.

We have two German Shepherds. One of them is a 92 pound working shepherd thus a bit high…read moremaintenance. He tends to be vocal when he's excited and for people who are not familiar with the breed that can be intimidating. Also like a lot of working GSDs can be a bit particular with who they like. We over the years have struggled to find a kennel that we are comfortable leaving them with. I find that he goes running in wagging his tail when I drop him off. And I really appreciate the good humor that Robert shows with Kosmos. The second dog,Yasmin, is pretty easy she just follows along.

1-Star Review - Extremely Disappointed - Would Not Recommend…read moreI boarded my two dogs at Heritage Kennel in Santa Cruz for four days and was very disappointed with the care they received. One of my dogs, Winnie, arrived with a paw wound. She was wearing a cone and sock, and I provided all the necessary supplies: gauze, bandages, and ointment, along with clear instructions for treatment. None of the supplies were used. When I picked her up, her paw was noticeably worse than when I dropped her off. Additionally, when I collected their bedding to take home and wash, there were dead bugs on the bottom. I also specifically requested anxiety medication for the dogs for the car ride home. I'm not sure if it was ever given -- the dogs were extremely anxious and distressed during the drive. If the medication had been administered as requested, they should have been calm and sleepy for the trip. For the price paid (including what appeared to be charges related to Winnie's paw treatment that was never provided), I expected basic care and follow-through on instructions. This felt like a complete failure of the "VIP treatment" I was hoping for. If dogs could talk, I'd love to hear exactly what happened (or didn't happen) while they were there. I will not be bringing my dogs back to Heritage Kennel.

Robert watched our two dogs, one of which has stranger danger but we were able to arrange a meeting…read moreto help acclimate her before her stay which I think helped. She started to get used to everything on the the second or third day so we think future stays will be much smoother and (hopefully) even fun for her (her housemate loves going to Robert's for a getaway).

This review is long overdue. Robert has been boarding our 10 year old Golden Retriever mix for the…read morepast few years. I couldn't be happier with my experience there. Our senior dog is on heart medication, and Robert does a great job in making sure our dog takes his life saving meds. Communication has always been excellent. I received regular updates and photos of my dog enjoying his stay, which put my mind at ease while we are away. When I picked him up, he was happy, healthy, and clearly well-cared for during his time there. It also says a lot when Clifford tried to follow Robert back to the facility (instead of me) during a recent pickup. He must have really enjoyed his stay there! Overall, I highly recommend Robert! It's reassuring to know that there's a place where I can leave my dog with complete peace of mind.