This review is LOOOONNNGGGGG overdue. I had gotten a Shiba Inu puppy 3 years ago that had to be…read morehospitalized due to Parvo the next day. Then, once he recovered from that, had a fever that almost killed him and had to be hospitalized again. We had to keep him quarantined for a while and away from my other dog (a 7 year old Pomeranian at the time) and get all his vaccinations from the beginning. He was scared of literally every single noise and had anxiety about just about everything. Over time, he developed extreme food aggression and we were worried for the safety of my little Pom. He had been attacked a few times to the point of actual injury and it was extremely stressful for everyone. I was at my wits end and I felt like I had tried everything to help Gunnar (my Shiba) and protect Simba (my Pom). I did a lot of research and stumbled upon Jenina and sent her a message for private sessions where she would come to my apartment once a week. I believe I only used her for a little over a month but I am eternally grateful. The level of aggression Gunnar displayed was so dangerous that my roommate and I actually have been bitten with blood trying to protect Simba from harm where food is involved. The issue was that he wasn't aggressive with all foods and we were unaware the extent until it was too late (ex. we thought it was only wet food so we were giving a chew stick to them separately where I would have Simba sitting next to me on the couch and Gunnar would be on the floor away from Simba with my roommate and the switch was so sudden----from sweet to seemingly no warning lunging at Simba----I stuck my leg out to protect Simba and he bit my leg instead). I feel like at this point, a regular human being would give Gunnar up, but that wasn't an option. It wasn't an option when he came to me dying from Parvo, it wasn't an option when he had an almost fatal fever, and it wasn't going to be an option for me now. I was determined to find a way to help him because he is my baby and my responsibility. The vet suggested I contact a behavioral specialist and when I did, VCA told me the earliest appointment they had was months later. Fed up with waiting, I found Jenina. In a month's time, she had given me the tools to fix a seemingly impossible situation. Make no mistake---she made me work for it. She might come across brash to some people but she is very direct and straight to the point. She doesn't coddle you and makes sure she lets you know what you need to do because while the session is for dogs, it is actually more like training the parent. She gives you "homework" and training info and is only willing to help you if YOU do the work. Now, it wasn't a complete fix. He still has anxiety outdoors or unknown noises as well as food aggression but it is nowhere near what he used to be. Before Jenina, Gunnar couldn't even take a step outside the apartment building let alone go for a walk. Three years later, Simba has sadly since passed but he has a little brother that he is extremely patient with as he acts like a typical annoying little brother), his food aggression has gone down from 100 to 30, and we go out to all sorts of places. He is THRIVING and this is all thanks to Jenina. My roommate and I are on high alert and know what to look for in terms of triggers and are very quick to de-escalate aggression situations. We try our best not to avoid known triggers and we work with him every day to allow him to be his best self. He is the sweetest boy and we are so glad he's been able to show it instead of being overshadowed by aggression and anxiety. She also gave Gunnar his nickname---Gunny! THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU. I am so sorry it took this long to leave this review but thank you so much for saving us. If we had listened to the VCA behavioral specialist that basically called Gunnar a monster and suggested we give him up, he probably would have been euthanized somewhere. We owe you so much.

When I adopted my dog, he was a still happy rumbustious puppy that needed a lot of training…read more Jenina took me under her wings, and taught me how to understand dog's behaviors and how to connect with them. I'm grateful of her.

The Pet Groupies are the absolute best group of pet loving humans there is! Nicole runs a super…read morecommunicative business with great technology and has assembled an incredible group of walkers. My dog was an anxious and reactive German shepherd who did not like strangers coming in the house and she always ensured she had someone who he was familiar with and knew his quirks which gave me such peace of mind. Not to mention, when my dog passed, Nicole went above and beyond to help me donate his things and make sure I was supported through my grief which I didn't know to ask for, but she was kind and thoughtful enough to offer. I've personally recommended them to all of my friends and family and everyone has had amazing experiences!

Love The Pet Groupies! I have been using them for years ever since my dog was a puppy. I appreciate…read morethe cute photos and even cuter notes they send after each walk. They take instructions very well and have an easy app to book walks on. All the walkers have been so kind to myself and my dog Billy. I also appreciate the flexibility to cancel when needed since I'm a freelancer. Thank you for all that you do for my Billy boo!

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I was in a tight spot with my puppy and 2 cats needing to be watched over while the wife and I went…read moreout of town. Annie and David really saved the day! This was our first time using a pet sitter and we couldn't be happier. We got calls / texts / photos updates while we were away. Our puppy looked so happy on the walks with the other dogs. Communication was great and care for our pets was top notch.

Alexandra & Janriel have been walking our dog twice a week, and the difference they've made has…read morebeen incredible. Our dog Ham wasn't well socialised when we first got to LA and through their patience, knowledge, and guidance, he's learned how to confidently walk alongside other dogs! Their understanding of dog behaviour is incredibly impressive and it's clear they care deeply about the dogs they work with. They communicate very well with us and are very reliable. I trust them with my dog completely! We're so grateful to have found them and couldn't recommend them more highly!!

I try to participate in their monthly pack walks. It is the best structured walk with my dog with…read morethe training exercises they do during the week. It amazes me how well my dog Mango does during these walks. So glad we found them.

I found Eastside Petsitters back in 2011 when I was looking for someone to take care of my diabetic…read morecat. Trace was Alistair's petsitter for years, giving him insulin shots twice a day. I knew Alistair was in good hands and I continue to trust Trace to take care of my current kitties. He's caring, reliable and responsive. I appreciate the picture updates. Strongly recommend Eastside Petsitters and Trace!

Wow ! I cannot recommend Trace and Eastside Petsitters enough. Over the last few years, Trace has…read moretaken excellent care of my cat. I received daily photos and check ins, and whenever I returned home, sometimes from extended business trips, my precious cat was extremely well cared for and in high and loving spirits. This is the pet sitting service I recommend to all my friends, and was recommended myself by a dear friend. There aren't many people I would trust to take care of my sweet cat, but these guys are truly the best. Thank you for your years of taking care of my precious kitten, we'll miss you in NYC !!

Cannot say enough good things about David and his team. I adopted my dog on a Sunday, messaged him…read moreon Monday morning and he was there that afternoon for the assessment. My dog went on her first walk with them that Wednesday. As a first time dog owner, I was incredibly unsure about the entire process but David made everything so easy and was incredibly reassuring. I've since left the LA area but would still recommend Walk Fido to any of my dog owner friends there.

I highly recommend David and Walk Fido. Scheduling was prompt and easy and he came to our home for…read morethe training session. After getting to know our two rescue puppies and us, we all went for a long walk. Before, during and after, he gave us lots of useful instruction and advice, and answered our (my) endless questions. Since then, David has followed up to check in and check on our progress. On separate occasions, I've reached out to him with a specific concern. He is prompt to reply and does so with thoughtful and helpful expertise. His communication has never been rushed. What I like most is David's interaction with us and our puppies. It has never felt transactional. He cares and it shows, as evidenced by his follow up and availability long after the training session ended. If we lived closer to downtown Los Angeles, no doubt we would be regular customers of his dog walking service. Thank you, David and Walk Fido. Clyde and Blue thank you, too!

Love our dogwalkers! Gracie, Patrick, so many amazing caretakers. My dog is absolutely in love with…read morethem. Reliable pet care, great communication. If you're looking for awesome dogwalkers, this is it.

If you're looking for a dog walking service that genuinely cares for your pup, YO Dog! is the…read moreabsolute best. Allan munguia is our favorite daily hiker from YO! Allan comes to the house to pick up Ripley (my dog) and take him for hikes and gets him out of the house for 2-4 hours. Ripley explodes with excitement every single time Allan meets him at the door--it's honestly the highlight of his day! Allan is an incredible communicator, always letting me know when he's on his way and when he's safely back with Ripley through the Yo Dog App and text. The updates he sends are the sweetest, with so many amazing pictures of Ripley having a blast with the other pups. I especially love that he posts his Strava recap after their adventures. It gives me a great sense of how far they've walked and what kind of exercise Ripley got that day. As a dog owner himself, Allan truly understands how important it is to care for other people's animals as if they were his own. Ripley is my baby, and it means the world to me to have found someone I trust so immensely to take care of him. Thank you, Allan, for being Ripley's favorite person to hike with!

I cannot say enough about Puppy Pronto. Steve and Melissa are as good as it gets when it comes to…read moreanimal lovers. They love what they do and it shows. If you are need of dog walking or pet-sitting you've come to the right place. A couple weeks ago I was leaving town and needed to board my 10 month old puppy. I was planning on taking him to the vet, although I know he doesn't get a whole lot of attention there. I happen to have found Puppy Pronto online the day before so I called and spoke with Steve over the phone. Right away I could tell Steve and Melissa were really great people, and the best part, they're not-so native to LA which means they aren't annoying LA snob types.... so I guess you could say I took a chance. As expected they boarded my 10 month old puppy for an entire week and took wonderful care of him. They even updated me with photos while I was on my trip. They have 2 dogs of their own and brought my dog Winston along for the ride. He played all week and spent the afternoons at Lake Hollywood park. When I returned from my trip my dog was happy and I was very pleased. I am so happy I found them. If you are in need of pet walking, boarding/sitting I would 100% give Puppy Pronto a try. I really have to believe that you will be as pleased with your experience as I was with mine.

Great Service, great people, and very trustworthy. Used them twice in the last month to try them…read moreout and will be using them again.