Larie and her team are absolutely amazing. I travel a lot and always try to find a hotel or…read moresituation where I can bring my beloved little chi, Theo. Unfortunately, while making last minute reservations for a weekend wedding, I was unsuccessful at finding a dog friendly hotel. The next option was to find somewhere where I could board him; I wasn't too excited especially since I had only boarded him once before and for an hour after dropping him off I couldn't stop crying. This experience was completely different. From the first moment I spoke with Larie on the phone I knew that she was going to take really good care of Theo. She gave me her cell phone number and offered to meet me at the bed and breakfast I was staying at even though I was arriving late at night. After handing Theo to her she and her co-worker told me they were going on a walk with him which showed me she really knew how to handle dogs; especially ones that are prone to separation anxiety and stress like my little guy. I headed to the rehearsal dinner after-party and actually ran into Larie still out walking and bonding with Theo half an hour later. Amazing! He was glad to see me, but clearly comfortable with Larie and I was doubly relieved and reassured that this was going to be a great experience for Theo and I. Since Theo fell within the allowable weight limit, Larie boarded him at her own house with her (much larger) pups. She sent me text updates and told me to call her anytime with any concerns or even to check in. When my boyfriend and I went to pick him up, he was happy and very relaxed running around with her pups. It was clear that he'd had plenty of exercise and love. I am so grateful for her amazing care of Theo and I only wish that we lived closer Theo can continue to benefit for her professional and loving boarding services!

LOVE THIS PET CARE COMPANY! Its slim picking on pet care up here. Moved here from the city where I…read morewas used to hundreds of company's. Thought I would never find one as good in Rhinebeck. Well I did these guys are great with Trudy my dog. Keep up the good work

Dawn provided exceptional care for my cat during frequent weekend and business trips over the past…read moreyear and a half. She is incredibly down-to-earth, caring, thoughtful, and highly responsive. Knowing my cat was in such good hands gave me real peace of mind while I was away. She consistently kept my cat safe, happy, and well cared for. I truly cannot recommend her highly enough.

Dawn took amazing care of our dog. When we picked him up he was happy to see us, but he was also…read morevery attentive and interested in Dawn that tells us he really loved being with her. In addition, he slept the entire night after we picked him up. This only happens when he has been active and engaged for an extended period of time.

Our dog, Barbara, who has SO MUCH energy loves going to Shepard and Grey Daycare (as shown in the…read morephoto). She gets excited even when driving up to Daycare. We have not found anyone as caring, loving and responsible as John at S&G! We've even boarded Barbara (who has never been boarded before), and she loved it. John also sends photos from the day and it's clear how much the dogs love playing and spending time with each other at S&G. Most of all, they get such an array of activity and space that allows your dog to be well socialized.

I've been boarding Duke (Huskey-lab mix) here for a couple years and I wouldn't consider taking him…read moreanyplace else. John takes great care of all his dog guests and sends tons of pictures so you can feel comfortable with how your doggo is doing. The house is in a great location with lots of great amenities. Look no further - you can feel 100% confident your dog will be personally cared for in the best way ever.

This is a fantastic pet sitter for the North West Corner of CT. Strong recommend. Nicole is so…read morewonderful & our dogs love her! She's a pleasure to work with and has such extensive knowledge in pet care--it's amazing. We love and trust Nicole to watch Nico + Charlie any time we are away or need them to get a good hike in. A great and trusted service, check it out! --Sally LeGrange

From the owner: At Hiking Hounds CT, we specialize in providing exceptional pet care tailored to meet the needs of…read moreyour furry family members in Litchfield and Dutchess County. With over 14 years of professional experience and a passion for animals, we offer a range of services, including pet sitting, at your home boarding, drop ins, day care, dog walking, puppy care and our signature dog hiking adventures. Our dog hiking services are perfect for active pups who crave exercise and mental stimulation, while our at-home pet sitting ensures your pets feel safe and comfortable in their own space when you’re away. Our expertise has been featured in publications like Forbes, The Hamptons Pet, and WAG, highlighting our dedication to exceptional pet care and rescue advocacy. Whether it’s daily walks, personalized care, or keeping your pets happy and healthy while you’re away, Hiking Hounds is here to help. Contact us today to learn more or book a service! We can’t wait to meet you and your furry friends!

We hired Beth to help with our pup, Titus, who has hit his teenage overly-rambunctious stage. As…read morehe's 120lb+ and mainly muscle, that's a serious handful. She asked a few initial questions during the initial phone consultation and agreed to come over and meet him and see what could be done to calm him down and deal with the specific behaviors we were concerned about (jumping up on strangers, growling at other male dogs, pulling on the leash.) She came over and immediately connected with Titus. She seems to have an intuitive understanding of what's going on in a dog's mind just by watching how they move and where they're placing their attention, and it's incredible to watch her connect with the animal. (I'll even admit to feeling a little jealous of watching them play together, tbh.) We learned some basic exercises to modify his behavior and were told, a little sternly, that he needed at least twice as much exercise as we were giving him to keep him physically and mentally calm. Fortunately, she also showed us some "brain toys" we could use to keep him moving and thinking to make up some of the gap. Titus is showing improvement already, and I'm confident that when Beth comes over for her follow-up visit she'll be pleased with how we've used what she showed us. Thank you so much for your help.

Can't recommend Hawkeye enough. As someone who previously had cat sitters go through my belongings…read moreand leave mess in my house, I appreciated the care and attention given to my animal and home. Beth gets it that owners want trust out of a petsitter. My cat, Walt, is both elderly and he has a tendency of hiding, so there were the challenges of finding him and administering his meds. I also appreciated that she took in my mail and sent some shots of my buddy relaxing on the couch. He seemed to be enjoying himself while I was away!

I recently saw negative reviews so I wanted to add in- Dr. Weckesser and Dr. Shulman are fantastic!…read more They are always understanding and validating when I have a concern, even if based in anxiety. When my one cat passed and my anxiety was heightened regarding my other cats, they were understanding. They take time to explain things in a way that makes sense. No- the office is not "money hungry." Plenty of times, I have called and asked if certain things are worth coming in for or if can be treated at home. The office will call back in a timely manner, and advise me after consulting with a doctor or tech. They have helped my pets and I avoid many trips (financially great but my guys now hate car rides) Even after moving, I kept coming here. Sure, my cats don't like the car rides but their integrity, skill, and character are worth it. Thanks for everything RAH!

I had such a negative experience at Community Animal Hospital - between the price gauging,…read morereceiving curses on instagram from their underpaid staff, ignorance of Dr. Redden who told me he had no idea what kind of food to give a cat for kidney disease and told me to perform primary research after verbally abusing me (I was told this is his usual demeanor), I was apprehensive with this animal hospital. Talk about a new world! For the first time, my cat wasn't feral in the foyer or with any of the vets and staff at Rhinebeck Animal Hospital. The level of caring, compassion, knowledge, and experience by every one of the staff at Rhinebeck Animal Hospital is stellar. I realized what a sh*tshow Community Animal Hospital is in comparison! Customarily, my cat has to be sedated and contrary to Community Animal Hospital, it didn't take 1-2 days but 1-2 hours to recover. There's a lot more, especially paying 67% less on fees - the estimates were right on target unlike Community Animal Hospital which changes estimates on a whim. Most importantly, I was informed that my cat's lab work revealed a reversal of his kidney disease in the one year since he's been a patient at Rhinebeck Animal Hospital. That's not only a miracle, but a testimony to them!

Regina is one of the best in the area! My dog was very reactive to other dogs and I was struggling…read moreto even have him out in public. Some referred to him as Cujo. I really thought that he may not be able to be with other dogs. With in minutes of Regina taking Scooby he was several feet from a dog he never met! We have worked with Regina for over a year now and our dog is now able to be with several other dogs!

From the owner: Certified Family Dog Training with 20+ Years of Experience. Training in your home, applied in your…read moreneighborhood, at your family's and your dog's pace. Holistic and Non-Holistic Approach. Essential Oil Coach. Kid Friendly and CPR Certified. We specialize in: Basic Obedience Training, Distraction Training, Positive Reward Training, Lure and Reward Training, Dog Walking, Pet Sitting, Drop and Train, Dog Walking, Overnight In-Home Dog Sitting, Pet Waste Clean-Up, Litter Box Cleaning, Feeding & Watering, Medication Administration, Drop-In Visits, Recurring Maintenance, Meet & Greet Session, Small Pet Sitting, Visit Updates, House Sitting, Blinds/Curtains/Lights Adjustment, and more! Call today for a free consultation.