Love this daycare. My dog can't wait to get there & play with his friends. They have separate areas…read morefor adult, spay/neuteres, juvenile & young pups & an area for tiny & older dogs. They also offer grooming & do a fabulous job, best cut my golden retriever has ever had. They care about their clients & it shows.

my dog loves this place! he is always so happy to go there. we've been taking him there about two…read moreyears. the staff are amazing there, you can tell they love animals. I never worry about my boy when I drop him off there. thank you for all you do. Charlie also gets his grooming there and looks so handsome when he's done.

What to do when you want to go skiing in beautiful BC's best mountain but all of the friends you…read moretypically rely on to watch your precious furbaby come with you? Call up Anna and her wonderful dog walkers! I've used Whistler Dog Sitting for the past two trips in Whistler and I am happy to report both times went without a hitch! Anna and her sitters enabled me to enjoy my ski trips without worrying about my dog making a mess in the room or me having to quit the slopes early to take him out. Maybe it's a common Aussie trait, but Stephanie bonded easily with my dog and gave me status updates and photos of their adventures together. She accommodated all of my requests (room access, treat allowance, keeping him warm) and communicated with me quickly if there was a problem. I never had to go through her boss Anna for any issues. I will caution you that they have a two hour minimum ($20/hour) and only accept cash! So if you are traveling from out of country make sure to get some cash handy to pay the sitters (they must be paid each day for service). It will be well worth it!

Great company! I made arrangements based on the solid Yelp reviews and was impressed. I emailed…read moreon Christmas Day for a trip starting 2 days later. The owner, Anna responded promptly during the holiday and sent over a liability and waiver to sign also wanting to gather details of our dog, Chip, so they could care for him. We arranged for 2 nights of sitting with this company for 3 hours each so that we could go out for dinner. First night: we had some transportation issues getting up to Whistler and arrived many hours later than we had anticipated. I went back and forth with Anna several times that day on email and she was highly responsive and understanding. Our sitter patiently waited for us and also texted me so I could let her know when we arrived. Carolyn had treats but was sure to ask if he had allergies, let us know what her plans with the dog were and she was very sweet to him. When we arrived back he was sleeping in his Westin Heavenly Dog Bed and was in good spirits despite a long dark bus ride up from Vancouver that day. Second night: we met Tamara in our hotel room and Chip got along with her right away. She provided an itinerary as well and took him out for an hour long walk. I left toys and treats for her to use with the dog and she asked us about specifics around food and his history. While we were waiting for our dinner reservation we did spot Chip out and about tail wagging happily and flirting with all the ladies. When we returned Chip was again well exercised, in high spirits and well behaved sleeping on top of our bed waiting for us. Will hire these folks again. Solid customer service and great sitters. Thank you Anna and team!

Bella is a lifesaver for me! I was looking 2 years to find this kind of warm hearten person and…read moreprofessional dog walker, sitter and a boarder . My small Shiba Inu dog - Mickey - just loves both of them - Bella and Justin. Mickey feels sad when he stays home. If I need any professional advice - Bella is the best "doctor" and the best friend - she knows everything about dogs. I do have a peace of mind knowing my dog is being well cared and loved when I am away. Thank you Bella for being such a fabulous and responsible person with our doggies

I initially started taking my dog Obi-Wags Kenobi to the Woofer Walker daycare for some…read moresocialization since he is an "only dog." He is anxious, and there were times he did not play appropriately with smaller dogs (he had too much energy, and he does not always recognize/respond to the other dog's body language of "please give me space." They gave me great feedback on how he was doing, but his trainer and I decided that daycare for my anxious dog would not let him be "his best self." I then transitioned him to their Woofer Walker Munchkin March pack walks, which is a much better fit for him. He gets to socialize with the other dogs in the pack walk, run himself silly, and sniff everything (animate and inanimate). Obi would walk over my dead body to get to Woofer Walker Judy! He is so excited when it is Woofer Walker day that he waits by the front door, staring at it until he hears the van pull up, and then loses his mind. Judy is very patient with his excitement. They let me know which days would be the best fit for him regarding the other dogs' personalities and play styles, so he goes every Tuesday and Thursday. They also post videos of some of the highlights of the walks and post pictures - it is the highlight of our evening to watch the videos! I've downloaded some of the images since they are great shots!

Really pleased with Raise the Woof doggy daycare. Their online sign up, assessment and booking…read moresystem are user-friendly and keep everything organized. My dogs love it here! Nora is especially great, super caring and hands-on. There is an area for quiet dogs, active dogs and an adjacent outdoor space for their to get a bit of sunshine and to do their business. Overall it seems like a happy place for dogs and they are well looked after and cared for. I also like that my dogs come home smelling like themselves. When visiting other dog care facilities, the smell of urine and or bleach was overpowering. Glad to have found RTW.

My little hazelnut loves raise the woof. The owner, Andrea is so sweet and caring. You get pupdates…read moreon social media as they post pictures of the dogs throughout the day, which is really nice! Hazelnut has also boarded here and has enjoyed it. She has met a lot of great puppy and human friends here.

Barks is the best. This is our 3rd daycare center and our pup has been the happiest here of the…read morethree. Our dog is literally wagging her tail to go in every time, which speaks to how happy they keep her. They separate dogs by energy and how well they get along. My staffordshire terrier is on the high energy end, so she needs to be paired with larger dogs and/or equivalently crazy dogs :). They do slow introductions to all the dogs and see how they pair well. There are a ton of separated areas for different groups to play. The Facebook photos are awesome to see how much fun they are having during the day. It's the best 100$ or so per month I spend regularly. Keeps my dog tired, socialized, and exercised.

Niqi and her team are absolutely fantastic! Our Great Swiss Mountain Dog loves it there!!! Niqi…read moreand her team sincerely are dog lovers and it really shows in how excited our Thigi is when she gets there and how exhausted she is when we go and pick her up. I recommend Barks & Rec to everyone!

These guys are great in keeping your dog happy and active!read more

From the owner: Bark Pet Care and Dog Walking offer safe and reliable care for your canine and feline family…read moremembers including dog training, group and individual nature hikes, drop-ins, kitty care and house sitting.

Best feeling ever: just called Huck, my 18mo fox hound rescue, off a full on deer chase with a…read moresimple "Come! No. Huck Come!" And stood there amazed as he CHOSE to veer off in a long arc toward me, coming in full tilt to a sit. I am still sort of in shock that he gave me priority. When I called he was 40 yards away from me and within four car lengths of the deer and he is a focused high drive dog. Thank you to our trainer Greg Houle. Never in my wildest dreams did I think he would stop chasing a deer that he had an excellent chance of catching and come to me because I asked him to. I am so grateful for In The Flow K-9 training, that he came, yes, but the WAY he came to me, eyes shining, leaving what was probably his heart's desire, full of happiness that I had called. He was 100% into the next thing that we were going to do togethe r, focused and looking up at me for direction. Making that bond between you and your dog the "something big", the "pay off" for your work, is what Greg's teaching is all about from the very first minute. I am 70 years old. I have had many dogs and used many methods to get to where I thought I wanted to be with them. This method is like the place where all the paths meet....like the pearl in the oyster.Over the last two years I have watched Greg guide little kids, teens, adults, seniors, into better relationship with their canine companions. He just kind of walks into the mess you've made with each other and tidys up the room! Everyone feels better. Everyone does better. Then, if you want to stick around, he can show you how he did it! You won't find a more generous teacher. This kind of training makes you and your dog both feel better, do better, be better!

We had one dog that was full grown and well-behaved when we got him. So we ruined that. He was…read moremedium-sized and kind-hearted so we managed. Then we rescued another full grown dog who wasn't small. She was wild and required a team just to walk her. We have been working with Greg and both dogs on and off since November. We aren't terrible consistent, but we do try. People have been stopping and applauding us for the noticeable changes in both dogs' behavior. I have actually had some success walking both dogs together. Life at home is much less frazzled, although there's still plenty to work on. What I really like about this training is that Greg is practical. The training is to the point. It's really sensible. Greg understands that people are busy, that some dogs have structure and other dogs have toys. He adjusts and supports as needed. Greg has a diverse background with a biology degree and has worked a broad spectrum of jobs. He takes his career seriously and gets things done pleasantly, timely, and correctly.

AMAZZZING! I am sooo glad I found this place years ago! ALL…read morethe staff are wonderful! They are knowledgable and love all the dogs like they were their own! They truly have the dogs best interest in mind and always make you, the owner, feel welcome! My dog Max goes there every week, and boards there when we go out of town. I swear he loves them more then us!!! No... Im not jealous ;-) All I have to say is if you really want to see what a dog daycare should be like, visit the dog patch... Or at the very least... Their website.

This is the place we always take our dog, Matcha, whenever we need to board her. The staff here are…read moreamazing and provide daily updates on how Matcha is doing and how she's getting along. They also make sure your dog is compatible with the other dogs, so they advise you to bring your dog in for a couple of hours prior to the boarding date, and that's free of charge! They even share updates on their Instagram page, where you can see photos, which I think is fantastic! The staff really know how to make you feel at ease. The best part is that they separate the big dogs from the small dogs, which is great! This is our go-to place for boarding our dog, and I highly recommend it!

This is the only place we trust to leave our dogs while away! They offer a kennel free loving place…read morethat our pups feel at home always !

My dog Baxter loves it there. He always looks happy when I pick him up. They really enjoy taking…read morecare of dogs. C. Kirton

Never more secure care for my dog anywhere! Luna. Very…read morehappy knowing she's in the most skilled highly educated obedience and tracking training that is unique on the coast. They have a shuttle service from Horseshoe Bay from Vancouver pets coming to Nopawblems Care, so book early always! The best is worth it. Reasonably priced, excellent staff, good food or bring your own. I have trusted her with several daycare 11-4 p.m. Just to see her getting used to the other dogs, kennel and owners. She's highly sensitive husky mix. It took a few visits. We got to a weekend, a week and one ten day stay. When the last thing you want to worry about on vacation, on a tight budget, is your dogs well-being ... I trust Nopawblems. She's is a little highly stimulated each time. She prefers home. But she's not upset or frightened. I am secure with my choice. If anything comes up she is in the best hands.

I have taken my dogs here for 9 years. to this exceptional kennel. It is a large and beautifully…read moremaintained facility in a rural setting. My pets have always received the best care possible. I took one of my young dogs to a session with Joyce for help with his aggressive behaviour. I had sought help previously from a series of recommended trainers and vets. In one session,Joyce provided me more help than all the others combined. One of my very old ( 16+) dogs refused to eat one day. Realizing that this was not normal for him, and knowing his age, and after trying unsuccessfully to reach me, they took him into their home and sat with him. He passed away peacefully in a few hours, in the company of loving humans. After speaking to me, they took him to a local vet and had him cremated and gave me the ashes. It was a hard sad time, and I cannot imagine a better way to end a long life. This is absolutely the best place for a dog to be. The only drawback is that they are so good- and it is not easy to get a space.