Top dog professional in San Francisco, hands down. Charlie is consistent, reliable, friendly, and clearly cares so much about the dogs in his groups - I've seen it first hand before I was a client. My dog gets so excited to see him every day and the bond they have is evident. Total peace of mind knowing my best friend is in great hands with a legitimate dog expert. Highly recommend. read more

I wish there were more stars I could give to Charlie. He truly is so caring about the dogs he cares for. If he hadn't left the city our dog would still be walking with him. Our dog loved walking off leash with him and truly enjoyed playing with his dog. For anyone looking for someone who truly cares about the dogs he walks, highly recommend Charlie. He does a initial meet with the paw-rents and dog to ensure that the dog would be a good fit for whichever pack he thinks the dog would work well with. He is thoughtful about how to allow your dog the best experience, while giving owners peace of mind. Thank you Charlie read more

Our golden retriever mix has been with Downtown Dog for over a year and we couldn't be happier with the experience! Charlie goes above and beyond to make sure our dog is comfortable on the walks, and he's even flexible with pick-up times to make sure he isn't home alone for too long. With Charlie's training and patience, our dog has gone from being just barely dog-tolerant to being one of the most popular dogs in his class. We were really blown away by the progress he's made with Charlie's help, especially compared to what other dog trainers have tried in the past. Overall, Downtown Dog is the perfect mix of professionalism and down-to-earth, friendly service. Two thumbs way up! read more

Downtown Dog (Charlie and Andromeda) are the absolute BEST at what they do, and I owe them so much gratitude for giving my dog Lulu the best life. When we moved Lulu to SF from Canada over a year ago, Lulu was a complete terror (causing me to apologize profusely for her behavior). She'd been traumatized as a pup and we had been attacked by another dog, making her extremely defensive. Plus, she had never been properly socialized. Lu did not make friends in Canada and we were practically kicked out of the dog park in Montreal. After walking with Charlie for only a month, her temperament improved significantly. And as a result, so did my anxiety (they say that when a dog is anxious and acting out, it is usually a reflection of the owner's emotional state. Agreed!) I could have never imagined that only a few short months after her move, Lu would be walking with a pack, in California with a smile on her face (she actually smiles when she sees Charlie and Andromeda). As a new dog owner myself, Charlie was such a fantastic resource and extremely patient with me - he answered all my questions (there were many!) and also recommended that Lulu go on a raw diet. At almost 11 years old, most people think Lulu is a puppy and she has more energy and stamina than ever before - she can beat me up the hill in our neighborhood and walks for 4-5 hours a day. She's never tired and always begging for more walks. Lu now waits for Andromeda by the door two hours before her pick up (including on the weekends when I have to tell her she's stuck with me!) She is so excited to see her new best friend and her Pacific Heights pack. Andromeda always makes sure Lu's paws are cleaned after her walk and puts the blankets on the white couch if I've forgotten to do so. (note: white couch and white dog = bad idea.) When I have to travel for business, I know Lulu is going to have a blast at "sleep-away camp" and unlike past boarding situations, Lu comes back even happier than when I left her. Charlie and Andromeda keep me updated on how Lu is doing so I'm at ease (I especially appreciate the pics and videos they send). Downtown Dog gives each dog special attention - Charlie and Andromeda treat our dogs the way we would treat them.They put GPS on the dogs - safety is their number one priority. They are extremely reliable (rain or shine), considerate and always go the extra mile for our fur babies. And, I love the Instagram account they have and the adorable pics they post! It gives me a peek into the fabulous lives these dogs have while I sit at a desk and stare at a computer screen all day. As I said earlier, Lulu has a fantastic life with Downtown Dog. Downtown Dog is the BEST for dog walking, dog boarding and everything else related to dogs. I can't thank Charlie and Andromeda enough for everything they do for Lulu and the pack. They've changed her life and made my life a whole lot better, too :) I'd give them 10+ stars if Yelp allowed me to :) THANK YOU! read more

I couldn't recommend Charlie, Andromeda, and Downtown Dog SF more highly. We got their name from a former neighbor who was also thrilled with their service. They've been taking our labradoodle since she was just a few months old. Before anything, Charlie came over to meet Millie and judge her temperament and fit for the group. You could immediately see his care and conscientiousness for her - even though it was his first time meeting our dog. The big group walks were a huge improvement over the private walks our dog was going on before she had all her shots. On average, she's gone from roughly 1:30 - 4 p.m. or so. Charlie has a key to our apartment, and was known by building management. They were very happy to hear we'd chosen Downtown Dog SF, as they knew how trustworthy he is. Charlie also boards our dog when we're out of town. It's extremely convenient - he just brings her home after her walk and drops her back off on the day we return. His dog and ours get along really well, so she always has a friend as well. Once while boarding, our dog got sick to her stomach and while it had to be a really unpleasant situation, Charlie cleaned her up, took her to her normal vet, kept us updated, and supplied her with bland food so she could start to feel better. In any capacity, Charlie and Andromeda very obviously care about the dogs under their care and do a great job tiring her out and making sure she's exercised and happy. They even run an instagram feed to owners can see all the fun their dogs have throughout the week. Check it out: https://www.instagram.com/downtowndogsf/ We highly, highly recommend! read more

THE BEST!! Charlie at Downtown Dog has been walking our girl Roxy for the last 3 years. I couldn't have picked a better walker for our nervous Lab rescue. Charlie really took the time to integrate her into the pack slowly and earn her respect and trust. Wow she has really flourished and is so much more confident !! As for his credentials, Charlie is extremely well trained in dog handling and care. He is also very responsible, personable and all round a very nice guy. Wish I could give him 6 STARS - he has completely earned it!! read more

Charlie has been our dog walker for almost a year. Our dog has been with him since she was 16 weeks old, and we couldn't imagine life without him. At first we were nervous letting someone take our dog everyday without our supervision, but in retrospect we had nothing to worry about. Charlie always has a close eye out on the dogs, often texting us if he notices something off. You can tell that he loves the dogs he walks as well if you take one look at his instagram account. You couldn't find a better dog walker than Charlie! read more

4 years later and Charlie is STILL the best! He is Indie's third favorite human for sure! He even has an Instagram account so I get to see the dogs having fun while I'm at work. read more

Charlie is amazing! Charlie began walking after our puggle, Coop when he was just a pup and from day one to present day Downtown Dog has provided the reliability, love and honesty that you want and need from a caregiver to your fur baby. Charlie is also super knowledgeable about dogs in general, shares photos on Instagram and there is no mistaking how happy Coop is to see Charlie when he comes to pick him up. We are SO lucky to have Charlie and Downtown Dog. read more

Charlie is awesome! We've been sending our Frenchie Daisy with him 5 days a week for over 8 months and we haven't had any issues - he's that reliable! She gets great exercise, is very well socialized with other dogs in the pack and we always feel assured she's in great hands with Charlie. He even let us know one day that her crate seemed to be getting too much sun, and took the time to rearrange it at drop of so that she was comfortable until we got home. Also expect some really cute photos of your pup on his Instagram! He got one printed for us on a coffee mug for Christmas. read more

We started using Charlie when our dog was only a few months old and feel so blessed to have found him as soon as we did! He worked with us to figure out the best routine for the pup and 2 years later we've never looked back. Charlie is professional and very dedicated to his work. He really takes care of the dogs and the dogs love him. We've recommended him to everyone who asks, and they all only have great things to say about him. Our dog gets all of his energy out on the walks and I think secretly hopes Charlie will take him home with him for good one of these days! read more

Charlie is the real deal. He's super knowledgeable about canine behavior and packs AND he genuinely loves the dogs. He takes great care to make sure the dogs are safe, including outfitting every one in his pack with a GPS collar during the walk. He worked with Milo, my dog, to build the trust and respect before he let him off leash with the pack - safety being a top priority. The dogs know without a doubt who is the alpha of that pack - Charlie. His knowledge and love of working with dogs is unmistakable when you see him interact with them. In return, Milo LOVES Charlie. It's so great to see these two when they first see each other when Charlie picks him up. So much love there. Both ways. I know Milo is in great hands whenever he walks or boards with Downtown Dog SF. As a business person, Charlie is honest, straightforward, fair and most importantly, reliable. He shows up to get Milo on time, every time, every day, rain or shine, just as he promised when I signed up with him over a year ago. It's a relief to know my little boy is in great hands every day while I'm out working to bring home the bacon. read more

Charlie has been the walker for my dog, Jarvis, for several months now, and he's GREAT. He's clearly a deeply knowledgeable and observant carer of dogs and even takes time to give me a heads up if he notices anything out of the ordinary with Jarvis. His interactions with Jarvis are also hilarious--he's just the right amount of firm but affectionate--and it's fun to see how excited Jarv gets to go out with him. So glad we are part of Charlie's pack! read more

Charlie is remarkable. To start with he is responsible, conscientious and thoroughly dedicated, all excellent qualities for any kind of work. However being an extraordinary dog walker, such as Charlie, entails a lot more than that. First of all Charlie loves dogs. Secondly he 'speaks' their language, meaning he understands them, and they respond to him. He's a magnet. It's amazing to watch. In addition he teaches them basic good behavior. For example to come when they are called, to get along with the other dogs and to be obedient (These are only a few examples). He is attentive to particular situations and spends time working on them. A dog rushes up to person barking, Charlie is able to calm the dog and gradually break him of the habit. Not only does Charlie love the dogs, but the dogs love him. Could you ask for a better dog walker? read more

I've never "yelped" because I've always figured nobody really needs to hear my opinions on burritos and drycleaners, but, when it comes to Downtown Dog (aka Charlie & Andromeda), that sentiment goes out the window. Charlie has been walking/training/socializing/loving our dog since he was 8 weeks old, and we simply could not have been luckier finding him. The large pack walks Charlie took "Chubbo" on did wonders for his behavior and temperament, and, while it's difficult to fully trust anyone with your dog, I always had complete peace of mind whenever Chubbo was with Charlie. While there are plenty of people that love dogs, what truly stands out about Charlie & Andromeda is their level of professionalism. Over the course of 30 months, they only missed one walk with Chubbo, which they told us about weeks in advance. In a profession where missed appointments can wreck turmoil on your schedule, I found this quality invaluable. My wife and I recently became aware that we would be moving across the country and would be leaving San Francisco. One of the hardest parts about the move was breaking the news to Charlie that Chubbo would be leaving. The fact that we KNEW he cared that much about our dog (and I don't think this was exclusive to our fat dog at all) should be all the review you need. Need a dogwalker? Call Charlie & Andromeda and stop worrying about it. read more

Charlie has been great with our dog Maddie. She absolutely loves him and it is clear he is passionate and caring about his job and our little fur babe! We love being able to follow him on Instagram and see his posts from their outdoor adventures. We also loved that she got to spend so much time outside with her pack and that Charlie uses a GPS collar so she is always safe.He has also been flexible with us when we had last minute cancellations or changes to our schedule. Can't recommend Charlie enough! read more

Charlie is very trustworthy and such a good caretaker for our dog. I feel very safe leaving my baby girl with Charlie at any time and she's so happy when she's with him. He treats her like she's his own. He treats all his dogs that way! So lucky to have found him. read more

Charlie and Downtown Dog are the best in the business. I moved from Denver to San Francisco over a year ago and my French bulldog had a hard time adjusting to city life at first. Charlie is absolutely amazing and gives my dog a chance to run around and play with other dogs in a safe off-leash area. Downtown Dog puts a GPS tracker on each dog - they also put an extended training leash on my dog until they knew he'd come back when called. The leasing agent in my building went out of her way to tell me that Downtown Dog is the only company that she'd trust with her pup after watching several walkers come in and of the building each day, noting that Charlie really cared about the dogs he was picking up and the dogs all love him. I feel safe every day knowing that my dog is in great hands and is able to play and socialize while I'm at work. read more