I have so many selfish reasons to not share this review and make Kim even more busy than she already is. But my goodness! She is a miracle worker. She took our sweet, shy, overly anxious little pup and made him feel at home within a short son of three weeks (2-3 times exposure for day care) before we let him stay overnight. She has been a godsend and I know that I can rest easy when our little fur baby is in her good hands. read more

When I used this service: March 1-5 Why I chose Bowser's: I did 1-2 hours of research: Yelp reviews, calling friends from the dog park/other contacts, etc., and Kim always came highly recommended. Matt from Pawfection told me he refers all his clients to her who are looking for longer pet sitting, and no one has come back disappointed. Overall impression: I cannot speak more highly of Kimberley and Bowser's Buddy Pet Care! She was extremely professional and accommodating and made me feel like part of the Bowser's family from day one! More details: Kimberley is the epitome of professionalism. I really appreciated how she: - validated my sad feelings that I couldn't take him on the trip - had me over the weekend before my trip to see her space and meet the other dogs she was currently taking care of - was in constant contact about times/dates and how my dog Reeses was doing while I was gone - communicated (quickly) with me whenever I sent her a text message or gave her a call - loves my dog like her own (and he loves her back!) Pro-tip: Kim's place is dog HEAVEN. Very dog-friendly and lots of things to keep them entertained and comfortable: doggy door, fenced-in grassy yard, orthopedic beds, etc. etc. She doesn't give discounts, but it's totally worth the price, and that's coming from a med student in tons of debt currently! read more

There are simply no words sufficient to describe the wonderful care Kimberley provides to the pets she watches. I started using Kimberley's services some six or seven years ago. She would pick up my Golden Retriever every workday, take wonderful care of him all day long (including walks!), and drop him off at home at the end of the day. I was able to discern quite quickly that Kimberley truly loves the pets she takes care of, and it was obvious that my dog loved spending his days with her. In more recent years, I have used Kimberley's boarding services. My dog is always excited to see her, and I know he is very well taken care of while I am away. It feels like Kimberley loves my dog as if he were her own. If there is ever any problem, Kimberley ensures my dog receives the best veterinary care, and she stays in consistent contact with me regarding such issues (and, of course, my dog's general well-being). Also, at times, Kimberley has been able to pick up my dog for boarding with very little notice (e.g., when I have an emergency situation to take care of). Simply put, Kimberley goes above and beyond to ensure the pets in her care receive nothing but the best. I give Kimberley my highest possible recommendation. If you need daycare or boarding services for your pet, you simply cannot go wrong by working with her. My dog and I are so lucky to have found her many years ago, and I consider her a friend today. I honestly don't know what else to say besides this: I would not trust anyone other than Kimberley with the care of my dog. And I trust her absolutely. read more

Kimberley is absolutely incredible. We had moved to the area and needed to find a reliable, dog-loving person to help us care for our 10-year-old chocolate lab, Stout, while we got started at our new jobs. I found Kimberley on Yelp and she was an absolute godsend. She came by everyday and gave our boy a walk... But it wasn't just a walk - she would pick him up at our apartment and take him out for an adventure and drop him back of at our house later in the afternoon. She has great walking routes all over town, and our pup loved his daily adventures. Kimberley and her sister also watched our dog while we traveled and he LOVES being at her house (he slept with her in her bed too! Such a lucky pup!) I could go on and on and on about how wonderful Kimberley and her sister are, and I just can't recommend them highly enough. We recently moved down to Santa Cruz, and the hardest part was saying goodbye to Kimberley. She is the kindest soul who goes above and beyond for her dogs. read more

I have used Kim and Bowser's Buddy Pet Care for over a decade. She has always taken excellent care of my dogs - she loves them just as much as I do. She's also great to work with - good communicator, keeps me up-to-date on what's happening with them, reliable, professional, will follow up with me when I forget to let her know that I got home safely. She handles all ages from pup to senior and accommodates their changing needs. I can't recommend her highly enough - I'd give her 10 stars if it was an option. Thank you Kim! read more

Kimberley and her sister, Kathy, and their mother, Mimi, are all fantastic. These women are true dog lovers AND true professionals. We have used their services for both dog walking as well as overnight stays at their home. Kimberley and her family are loving and attentive caregivers to our little pups, and though their services are a little pricier than you might find elsewhere, they are worth every penny for the peace of mind. Thank you, Kimberley and family, for taking such great care of our babies! read more

Kimberly is truly a gift to all animals and the humans who love them. She is professional and organized, and loves her job. We found her here from fellow Yelpers and agree 100% with all the great reviews. Our dog is clearly in love with Kimberly and rather sad that we have returned from vacation so her new best friend, Kimberly is not here to play and walk her, feed and love her daily. There is no question that we will use Kimberly for our next out of town trip; our dog is counting the days! read more

Kimberly was Daisy's home-away-from-home when my parents were traveling. An elderly toy poodle, Daisy came with her fair share of challenges that Kimberly was all too happy to accommodate. Even at the end when Daisy was blind, deaf and incontinent, Kimberly gladly brought her in to her home and showed her more love than you'd think possible. Her regular updates and photos via text kept the whole family feeling connected to her care no matter how far away or long the trip. Daisy passed away last month at age 18 and Kimberly made a special point of coming by for one last visit. Up to the very end, she was truly part of the family and one of Daisy's favorite people. read more

Kimberley is exactly what you want in a dog walker: professional, compassionate, reliable, conscientious and sweet. My 40-pounder gets a one- to two-hour group walk twice a week with Kimberley and his pack buddies to supplement his dailies with his people. Kimberley helps us keep him exercised when our busy schedules get in the way. Remember, a tired dog is a good dog! read more

What peace of mind to know our little one is in trusted care. Kimberly is wonderful. We would be lost without her.

My pooch gets more excited to see Kimberley than me sometimes...and I am OK with that. It tells me she loves and cares for my big guy and he enjoys her rigorous walks. He suffered from the "busy owner syndrome" and didn't always get his daily walks. After calling BBPC, wow, what a difference in his stamina and overall body mass. He is also better behaved since he gets his exercise and pack time with his other four legged buddies. read more

We happened to find Kim on our move to Sunnyvale from the East Coast - and we were so very lucky! She has been perfect - always flexible, available, and our dog loves her and her family. We couldn't have asked for better care for our dog. Sadly, we're moving from Sunnyvale and leaving Kim's walking services - we are so sad (not to mention how devastated our dog will be when she realizes!). We will definitely still use her for overnights even if it means a drive, totally worth it. Thank you Bowser's for being so fantastic! read more

Bowser's is super reliable and treats my puppy like a prince! I have been using them for walks, daycare and pet sitting for the last 2 years and I couldn't recommend them more! read more

Kimberly and her sister Cathy are two of my favorite people in the world! They take care of my dog Sadie like she was their own, and I am so thankful for the love and kindness they show her. I have been a regular client for several years now, and I absolutely cannot say enough wonderful things about this service. I am one of those dog owners that would do anything for my beloved furry friend, and always make sure she gets the best care possible. Bowser's Buddy Pet Care is simply the best. The walks and daycare (I'm a five days a week client) they provide have brought so much joy to my girl, and allowed me to know she is being loved and cared for while I'm at work. I am so thankful for them and my dog loves them to pieces. read more

Kimberly is a professional dog walker and pet sitter. My dog adores her, and as soon as I met her I knew she'd take extra good care of my pet. I cannot praise her too highly. She really knows her dogs. She's professional and organized, but friendly and caring. Tons of energy and a great attitude. I don't know what I'd do without Kimberly to watch my dog when I go out of town. She's also walked my dog for half hour at a time when I had to be away for long days. I called other dog walkers and pet sitters and kennels, but they seemed too disorganized or stressed, or like they just didn't want the business, you know? But with Kimberly it was a dream come true. I immediately clicked with her and knew she had it together. I just love her. What more can I say. She serves the Sunnyvale area, but will sometimes go farther for a little extra fee. She stays at your house if it's an overnighter. Try her, I really recommend her. read more

Kimberley is the absolute best. We have used her for the last couple years at least a couple times a week. My dog, who seldom likes people, absolutely loves her. She gets very excited when she sees her and wags her whole body. We've used both the walking services and boarding/daycare. Kimberley always takes excellent care of her. She got to know the other dogs on her route and they would all walk together in a little pack. We go updates and videos of her walks. Really couldn't be happier. Kimberley is very flexible and it's very clear that she loves all the dogs she cares for deeply. Your pup couldn't be in better hands! read more

I have had the pleasure of working for Kimberly for over 4 years now. She is one of the sweetest people i am lucky enough to know and work with. Kimberly is amazing with every animal, professional, honest, reliable, funny, caring... everything you would want in someone who takes care of your loved ones... I can't say enough about this amazing woman and wouldn't think twice before referring her to family, friends, and clients. read more

I have been using Kimberley to both dog sit and walk my dogs for over 10 years now and wouldn't use anyone else. She's not only professional and organized she really cares for the animals she walks and dog sits for. Whenever I work late or am out of town I feel completely at ease as I know my pets are in great hands. When I return she has left notes as to what was done and how they ate. Recently, she was with me when my 17 1/2 yr old jack russell terrier departed this world and again when I added a new dog to my home. You couldn't get a better person to watch over your four legged family members. I highly recommend her and Bowser's Buddy Pet Care! read more

You couldn't ask for a better dogsitter. We lucked out and she happened to be available on very short notice and stayed the night with our two huskies. Be sure to plan ahead, as she is quite often booked, but fortunately for us she was available on the night we needed her. We know she took great care of our dogs and would recommend her to anyone in need of a good sitter. read more

Kimberly clearly loves this job and takes walking her doggies a d caring for them very seriously. Our dog did great but dropped a star for how expensive it is and that there is really no area to play in her house or back yard so that's tough for a doggie that's active and likes to roam around a bigger backyard. read more

Kimberly provides amazing pet care! She took care of our grand pup Jack during the day time for three weeks. She provided timely and efficient pick up and drop off service. Jack looked forward to her arrival and seemed a happy camper when he came home. Her prices were reasonable and she was a delight to work with. We will look forward to seeing her and using her service the next time we have long term grand pup duty. read more

KImberley and her family work together to assure that there is always human presence for your dog. My gentle, 8 year old ,recent rescue German Shepherd counts on that companionship for security . He thoroughly enjoyed the interaction with the other dogs. Kimberly sent me photos and texts and a video over his four day stay and they re-assured and delighted me! She also conferred with me about an on-going medical issue and took him to my emergency vet, texting me from there to update me. She handled him/car trip/ medication and sent me up-dates from the hospital.She also sent me a text the next morning letting me know how he was AND that he had slept in bed with her and her chihuahua! I am SO touched by her expertise, sensitivity, caring and delight in all things canine. As a new caretaker for this older stray , I was concerned about my guys anxiety and need not have been. AMAZING. He played with the other dogs and flourished in Kimberley and her family's care. He was relaxed when I picked him up, (AND CLEAN!) and had a nourishing, loving experience out in the world, at last! Kimberley is a real treasure, worth every penny, and a respectful,delightful, kind person to interact with. read more

It was difficult to find a pet sitter who had the qualities I wanted for my pets and worried that they wouldn't get the care I give them....but all my worries went out the window when I met Kimberley. She is a fantastic person who has cared for my dogs for years..the two I have now, and the two who have crossed the Rainbow Bridge...I trust her COMPLETELY with my dogs. I have an extremely territorial Jack Russell Terrier who wouldn't let other dogs near him, and thanks to Kimberley 's "magic", he can now go home with her and socialize with other dogs...her rapport with animals is amazing. I can't say enough good things about her! read more

Kimberley is such a wonderful person. So kind, thoughtful and full of energy. She is always out and about with her puppies. A definite dog lover. You can't go wrong when she's watching the "other" family members. read more

Kimberley is God's gift to pets. She is kind, fun and responsible. Whenever we go out of town, we call on Kimberley and never regret it. We enjoy our vacations without worry because she is on duty! When we return our dog is happy to see us but, we think, a little sorry to see Kimberley go. read more

Kimberley is a great pet sitter! We contacted her fairly last minute and fortunately she was available and made arrangements to fit my dog, April, into her schedule. She kept her word and stopped by to make sure she new the layout, where April's food, water and treats were stored and what was expected for to do. She was communicative, sent me messages, pictures on how April was doing during my trip. She also went above the call of duty and kept April at her place for a longer period of time and did not charge us extra. When we got home April was healthy and happy and I could not be happier! I would hesitate to use her services again! read more

We left our Yorkie with Kimberley and her sister over the Christmas holiday and couldn't have been more pleased. We were particularly looking to leave our dog in an indoor/home environment where she would get a lot of attention. They have a great set up, are very experienced with dogs and gave our Molly a lot of individual time and attention. They even sent us pictures of her on Christmas Eve! When it came time to go home she even wanted to stay! We will definitely trust Kimberley again for overnight stays. read more

Once I found Kimberley and Bowser's Buddy Pet Care I haven't had to go anywhere else. I've been with her for several years and would not be able to enjoy the perks of having a dog without her. I work a lot and she has always been there to help care for my dog when I travel or have to work long hours. She has a special gift in working with animals, cares deeply for them and consistently meets their needs. She is compassionate, kind and caring towards both her clients and their pets. My dog is over 12 years old and Kimberley has a lot of experience caring for senior dogs. I feel so lucky to have learned a lot from her in helping care for my own senior dog. These are fantastic, trustworthy and caring people and I feel so very fortunate for me and my dog to have found them. Highly recommend this place if you need any kind of pet care! read more

Kimberley is one of the best pet sitters I've ever had!!! She really bonded well with my pets and genuinely cared for them. I was reassured each time I spoke with her while traveling that my pets were in good hands. Her professionalism, experience and care make her a wonderful pet sitter. Our dogs are so important to us and we really found someone we could trust in Kimberley. Highly Recommended!!! read more

Bowser's Buddy Pet Care is absolutely wonderful. My 15 year old dog has been treated with love and care. Great updates on visits and absolutely reliable. Compassionate and professional. Thank you! read more

Kimberly is the best! She has taken care of my dog for over 10 years! She takes such incredible care of my dog and always let's me know about any developments, either on his walk or when she watched him when I travel. She is one of the only people who can coax my dog out of the house, and her caring approach has helped him, as a rescue dog, to get comfortable around other dogs. read more

Kimberley and Bowser's Buddy Pet Care are a dream for pet owners! Kimberley has been helping with our dog since he was a puppy many years ago. He adores her, and she not only pet sits here when we are away, and walks him regularly with his other dog friends, but she gave him his early training, and he is a smart, well-behaved, fun dog to be around as a result. It is also a hoot that he now listens to phone calls to see if he hears Kimberley on the other end of the line; when he does, he runs to his spot near the door to wait to get his leash on! Kimberley loves animals, is wonderful with them, and they respond to that. She's helped with dogs and cats of various friends and neighbors as well, all of whom are thrilled. I give her my highest recommendation! read more

Bowser's Buddy provides outstanding care and service! Kimberly and her team furnish what matters most: they love my dog like I would and they are completely reliable. I have used them for years to cover overnights, day care and walks. Kimberly gets all the particulars associated with each pet. Unlike other solutions, my dog gets excited to go with Kimberly. She comes back well exercised and happy. I can't say enough good things... read more

Kimberley is the best! Before I had Kimberley watch my two cats, they were very withdrawn and obviously unhappy. Since Kimberley has been watching them, they are very happy and content when I return from my trips. It is obvious that Kimberley has the special touch pets need while their parents are away. read more

If you need a great buddy for your pet while out of town or even just out all day (and don't want to leave them at home alone all day) - Kimberley is IT! She has been watching my cat and dog for years and they absoluely love her. I have called her at the last minute or well in advance and she always makes it work. Best of all, she truly loves animals and they know it! My animals are like my kids and I would never leave them with anyone that I did not trust - I trust her completely to take great care of my kids. She is absolutely fantastic and I would highly recommend her! read more

Since moving to the Bay Area a little over a year ago, we've tried a variety of doggy day cares and several other "professional" dog walkers, but Kimberly and Bowser's Buddy have been THE ABSOLUTE BEST! We have two high-maintenance dogs who are like our children, but we don't worry about a thing when Kimberly is taking care of them. She's been responsible, reliable, professional, responsive and very flexible.... and our dogs LOVE her too! I highly recommend Kimberly and Bowser's Buddy Pet Care. read more

Kimberly is just simply the best. I recently had occasion to use her services again due to an unexpected hospitalization. My kitty is an old guy who needs his meds and once I heard she was available to take care of him it was a great weight off my mind to know that while I was in the hospital he would be cared for attentively and professionally. While I was in the hospital Kimberly even volunteered to go to the store and get cat food when he ran low. As usual not only did she take great care of my old guy but she also quite thoughtfully tidied up the place, left a note on how he did while I was gone and called to make sure I made it home (thus verifying he wasn't alone). Highly, highly recommended. read more

We have been using Kimberly's services for over 6 years now for our two dogs. She is very reliable and our pups love her. She is knowledgeable about training and keeps our dogs on their best behavior. I wholeheartedly recommend her services. read more

Kimberly (and her sister) provided the perfect combination of warmth and professionalism. I felt like my dogs were not only safe and secure in their hands, but that my love for my pets was recognized and honored. Truly a blessing to find these women! read more

We found Bowser's Buddy Pet Care through a referral, and I'm so glad that this is the one and only pet care that we've used for our 2 yr old Mini Schnauzer. Kimberley and her family provide loving and compassionate care for our "pampered" pet. The homey environment they have created for the dogs is one that makes me very comfortable leaving our Mini for a long weekend. Communication is also really important to me....Kimberley is very good about staying in touch as needed to ask questions, report on how things are going, and make sure that any special needs are addressed. I highly recommend Kimberley's service. As a first time dog owner, Bowser's Buddy Pet Care, gives me peace of mind when I can't be there myself. read more