Brenda was fantastic. I have 4 indoor cats and some stray kittens and she made sure they were all…read morefed and taken care of. Sent lots of pictures so that eased my mind. Would definitely use her services again.

We live in Redlands CA. Finding someone we could trust to care for our senior German Shepherd was…read morevery difficult, but from the moment Brenda came to meet him, we knew she was special. She was kind, patient, and wonderful with him right away. On the very first night we were gone, our dog suddenly became very ill and could not get up. It was an emergency situation, and Brenda immediately took control. She found a mobile veterinarian who came out that same night and stayed with our dog for over four hours. She went far beyond anything we ever could have expected from a pet sitter. Although we felt terrible not being there with him, Brenda cared for him as if he were her own dog. We spent hours on the phone together, and with her compassion, support, and guidance, we made the heartbreaking decision that it was his time. Her genuine love, concern, and calm action during such a painful moment meant more to us than words can express. She even helped contribute toward the emergency veterinary service. Brenda is truly an extraordinary person, and we will never forget the kindness and care she showed our beloved dog and our family during one of the hardest nights of our lives. We cannot recommend her highly enough.

EXCEPTIONAL TRAINING -- RUSS & ANTHONY WENT ABOVE AND BEYOND FOR SAGE!…read more I cannot say enough wonderful things about Enlighten Dogs in Cherry Valley, and especially Russ and Anthony. The level of knowledge, patience, dedication, and genuine care they have shown Sage and our family has been absolutely incredible. Sage came into our lives after being found abandoned in a forest with her mother and three siblings. Thankfully, they were all rescued and found loving homes. Although Sage is incredibly loved, as she got older we began dealing with some serious behavioral issues. She became controlling around our other dogs, including not allowing them to eat or even get water comfortably. I knew this was something that needed professional help. We enrolled Sage in Enlighten Dogs' two-week behavioral Board & Train, and the difference has been remarkable. Russ and Anthony truly understand dogs. They didn't simply try to correct Sage's behavior--they worked to understand why she was behaving that way and taught her the structure, boundaries, and skills she needed to successfully live with our other dogs. What impressed me even more was what happened after her Board & Train. Russ and Anthony came to my home for in-home training and went completely above and beyond. They took the time to work with Sage in her own environment, helped set up her dog treadmill, and personally showed us how to use it correctly and safely with her. They didn't rush through anything. They made sure we understood what to do so we could continue reinforcing Sage's training at home. That level of dedication is rare. Whether someone needs help with basic obedience, behavioral problems, or a rescue dog with a difficult background, I would recommend Russ and Anthony without hesitation. Their work isn't just about teaching commands--they understand canine behavior and give owners the tools and knowledge they need to continue the training successfully. Russ and Anthony deserve to be recognized for the exceptional work they do. You can tell this isn't simply a job to them. They genuinely care about the dogs they train and the families who love them. Thank you, Russ and Anthony, for everything you've done for Sage and for going far beyond what I ever expected. Choosing Enlighten Dogs was one of the best decisions I could have made for her. Five stars doesn't feel like enough. I would recommend Russ, Anthony, and Enlighten Dogs to anyone who wants trainers who are knowledgeable, professional, patient, and truly invested in their dog's success.

Took my shepherd here definitely would come back !! All the staff members were super nice and…read morehelpful definitely all trained professionals

Our cat stayed in Amy's cat casita for a night. It's a separate house away from the dogs and what's…read moreso great is she watches one cat family at a time! So our kitty had a whole area to move and play, and plenty of windows to look out of. We will for sure be coming back! Thank you Amy!

Thank you to Amy for always taking care of our furbabies while at Badlands Boarding. She really…read morecares about the dogs in her care. The kennels are clean and spacious, each one opening out to separate dog runs.

Beth has done such a great job caring for my two cairn terriers for the last few years. She is a…read moreClaremont local with a great reputation who is well connected locally for grooming, vets and other resources. Beth has worked as a vet technician and has great insight for pet owners. She walks my dogs 3 times a week and over the years has alerted me of signs of head shaking for ear infections, problem gums and assisted with replacing expensive meds from prior vets for homeopathic care and other resources. She is always in the know and is a valuable resource and my dogs got nuts when they see her. She has done well for others on dog training from what I hear and has great bedside manner for ailing pets who need meds or some TLC from surgery . Beth has a Big heart, reliable and smart!

I love these guys! Good communication, they're always on time, and they do a really nice job with…read moremy little dog. I've used them now about five times, since I moved here from Miami. Highly recommended.

The VERY best. DO NOT HESITATE TO BOOK. The 9 years I've had my dog this is the BEST we've ever…read morehad. I've been booking for over a year now. They take the time to groom my fur baby and actually care ! My fur baby is older and has lots of skin tags in addition to sensitive skin . Thank you Norma

Rachael is a perfect Pet Sitter. I also own my own pet sitting business, but when I go on vacation…read moreI have Rachael take care of my customers, I totally trust her services. She is very good with all animals, she takes her time to do the best job possible. I highly Reccommend her services if you need a Pet Sitter.

Rachael is amazing! My dog is so happy when he gets back from daycare at Rachael's house! She is…read moresuch a nice, trustworthy person. You can always count on her to take good care of your furry family member.

Jillian was amazing to work with. She answered all my questions. And trust me, there was a lot!…read moreShowed up when she said she was going to. She came to my house to train for things I struggle with in my home ...jumping, snatching food, being in the way while I'm cooking. We even went to a local brewery (where I often go with my pup) to work on being social. PLUS, even now that we are done with our training sessions I can still reach out to her with questions and she will help guide me. She also offers dog walks or drop ins for those days when I work too long. Just a pleasure to work with.

It has been amazing. I couldn't ask for better. Jill has helped me so much. My shy dog Bailey loves…read moreher. Bailey has learned so much.

Lisa was very nice and accommodating in driving 100 miles north to deliver M2 to me. It would have…read moresaved me two hours more after 8 hours of drive time... better for M2 my German Shepherd puppy/son. She bathed his lustrous fur coat, and he was a happy puppy who was so well behaved during the entire drive home through the Sierra Nevada Mountains back to Reno/Tahoe area. Lisa had all his paperwork and gave me a bag of food but now he eats all natural fresh baked wild game meats and organic fruits and veggies. Today M2 gets to experience snow for the 1st time in his 20-week life. He is SO LOVING and loves to cuddle with dad (me) but loves to ferociously play fight while growling at dad. He had his final shots today so, in 10 days he'll get to experience hiking off leash in our mountain area where we seldom see a human or dogs... just coyotes, bear, deer, rabbits and beavers... and YES I carry a tactical weapons belt and survival gear and, I will protect M2 with my life. I love this boy beyond the heart's imagination.

AVOID LIKE THE PLAGUE…read more Update: After posting review below, I received an extremely hostile iMessage from the owner. She called me "disgusting," accused me of thinking she was "forging health records" because I asked for verifiable OFA numbers, and added an implied threat: "You're lucky my husband was not there." All Messages saved. --- Original Review: I contacted Oak Glen Kennels (Yucaipa, CA) about a German Shepherd puppy. My plan was simple: visit first, review the paperwork in person, think it over that night, and if everything checked out, come back the next morning and buy the puppy. I wasn't shopping for entertainment -- I was ready to purchase. Before driving 2.5 hours, I asked for basic proof (OFA hip/elbow results and the written health guarantee). She refused to share documentation by text and told me that in "29 years" she's rarely had anyone "demanding documents" and would only show them in person. At the visit, she pressured me to commit immediately and said, "Who drives 2 1/2 hours just to look at a puppy?" When I insisted on normal due diligence, she got hostile and later texted, "You're calling me a lier like I'm faking paperwork. Good luck!!" If this were a one-time transaction, I might have still taken the puppy. But if anything went wrong, I'd potentially have to deal with this breeder again -- and based on how she handled basic questions, I walked away. Beautiful puppy. Completely unprofessional, high-pressure behavior. If you want transparency and a normal buying process, avoid.