We initially reached out to Homeward Bound Dogwalking Service and May to assist with dog care for…read moreour wedding. Because we do not live in the area, we had to do a significant amount of research, ask detailed questions, and place a great deal of trust in the person we chose. May appeared professional, was knowledgeable about her services, and clearly cares about animals. Based on our early interactions, she seemed capable and experienced. However, communication became a major concern. Email responses were very slow, and important details were not provided until the last minute. The most concerning issue occurred one week before the wedding, when we finally received an invoice that included unexpected charges. While we were initially quoted $75 per hour, the invoice included over $200 in additional "consultation" fees. There was no formal consultation--only a few email exchanges (approximately 3-4 emails) requesting basic information about services and timelines, many of which went unanswered. Due to the lack of timely communication and the surprise fees so close to our wedding date, we ultimately felt uncomfortable moving forward and canceled our plans. Future clients may want to clarify all fees in writing upfront and ensure communication expectations are clearly established.

May did an amazing job with my two cats! I haven't been in New Orleans long and had to go back to…read moreCA for a trip and was very anxious leaving my babies. May watched my cats for 4 days and took excellent care of them. She helped ease my anxiety before I left and made sure my cats were well cared for while I was away. She kept things tidy, handled their complicated feeding needs, interacted with my cats kindly, sent me updates, and even cleaned up when one of my kitties did a scarf and barf. I would definitely use May again next time I need to go out of town. Thank you, May! =^..^=

Lizzie is friendly, easygoing and helpful. She loves my puppy and takes her for walks. She is…read morepunctual and accommodating. At this point she's saving me from from , " too much puppy disease."

From the owner: Hi there this is Lizzy and I would like to tell ya'll about the special touches I put into my dog…read morecare. I provide regular walks for dogs of all shapes, sizes, and age, but I also provide the option for play instead of walking. If your pooch prefers playing I can throw a ball or Frisbee, because it should be fun for them! If you are a city bark member I also offer a discounted price for taking them there for walking or playing, and of course keeping an eye on them. For all clients I can also do baths at City Bark or their house for a small additional fee. I am Lakeview native born and raised and have a very good knowledge of Lakeview its surrounding parishes. I'm college graduate from UNO and am looking to branch out and start my own business. I have grown up around animals my entire life and have always had a special love for dogs and I'm and Im very much looking forward to working with and caring for your pooch pals!

Joanna is GREAT!!!! I no longer have to race across town to let my dog out during my lunch break…read more She comes and takes him for a walk and a potty break everyday, so that when I come home there is no mess to clean up, nor is he bouncing off the walls. It's such a relief to not worry about him during the day and have such a happy doggie when I get home. Joanna is fantastic and extremely flexible to help me out during late nights at work or when I leave town for the weekend. She is always available to fit my schedule. Can't recommend Active Paws enough!!!

This review is from a past employee and client standpoint…read more Working for K9 Second Line was one of the most rewarding and enjoyable jobs I've had the pleasure of doing. I worked with the company for about 2 1/2 years and loved forming the relationships with all the furry clients and with Brendan(owner) and Elizabeth (operations manager) . You can rest assured the team members caring for your fur babies will love your pets and give them wonderful care, as I did. They also spend as much time as needed communicating with owners to book services, or answer any questions or concerns you may have. Brendan is one of those bosses that truly appreciates your hard work and always lets you know it. He is honest and fair in all aspects of his business. I have worked for other pet care/boarding business in the New Orleans area and can honestly say I would much rather have my pets stay in the safety and comfort of their home than go to a boarding facility. When I had to go out of town I had no doubts that my dog and cat were in good hands with the K9 team. I got an emails at each visit with an update on how they were doing and pictures. They use an app that lets you tracks what time they come and go from your home, where they walked your dog, and provides you with an update and pictures from the visit. K9 will accommodate all kinds of requests that you need or just want for your pet. I would recommend K9 Second Line to everyone, every time!

I am a penny-pincher and never thought I would hire a dog walking/pet sitting service. When I leave…read morefor long weekends, I usually have neighbors look in and feed my dog. However, during Mardi Gras (a crazy time in the city), we went on a cruise with no cell signal. I decided it was time to call in professionals. I knew that no matter what happened, Brendan and his team are licensed, insured and trained to handle anything related to my dog and were also going to look after my home. The peace of mind was invaluable. Please see the attached photo. They send an email each time they walk your pet -- with photos! I guess most people get these while they're gone, but it was such a treat to read them all when I returned to signal. Thanks guys! This was truly a blessing!

I've seen Mags in action with both dogs and cats. She has such a wonderfully playful and respectful…read moreconnection with her animal clients. Here is a video of her in action! http://youtu.be/jO6tihRD7is

Mags is a trustworthy, reliable dog walker and a true professional. Her rapport with animals is…read moretruly special. Whether you need regular pet care or just occasional assistance you know your pet is in excellent hands. A number of my friends use her services and she's been in business for 7 years. She is a well known member of the New Orleans community

Janet at Yaya's is a caring, communicative, professional pet-sitter. She took great care of our…read moresenior cat, Clara, and made sure she got all her medications and her subQ fluid treatments. She gave her lots of love even indulged her in her favorite treats - a little porch time, and some drips from the faucet. The price was fair and reasonable for the high quality of service provided, especially with complicated medications. She sent us daily updates with pictures, checked in upon our return to make sure all was well. Clara was so well cared for and happy when we returned, and it really put our minds at ease to know that Janet was keeping her company and maintaining her routine. We'll continue to use Janet in the future, and highly reccomend her service Yaya's Pet Sitting.

Best puppy sitter ever!! My babies love Yaya and one of the amazing sitters that they have!! 1…read moremillion stars still wouldn't be enough!!

I just returned from a 4 day trip to visit family and had Laura pet sit my chihuahua and chiweenie…read more I could not be more pleased with her. My dogs can be a little timid but they warmed right up to Laura during our initial meeting. It's obvious she is a true animal lover. I returned home to a clean house, with no trash, my mail brought in, and two happy pups. Laura even leaves progress notes from every visit. Would defiantly recommend her for anyone going on vacation versus boarding. The pets can stay home where they are comfortable and much less stressed. Thank you Laura!!!!

Still the best petsitter we've ever had: sweet, affordable and responsible - and she always seems…read moreto have availablity. Our cats and fish are so well cared for by her as was our house while were gone (she watered our flowers and brought in our mail, and I basically just felt safer knowing she was coming by each day). If you need a petsitter, contact Laura and you will be set!

Sara has been caring for my African Grey, Winnie for nearly a year now. I travel way more than I…read moreshould for work, but with Sara I have complete peace of mind. Winnie trusts her, has fun with her, and looks forward to seeing her each day that I'm away from home. Sara checks in with me daily, updating Winnie's pet portal with photos and notes about Winnie's mood, as well as her appetite and activities. I can't recommend PoodleROO enough!!

From the owner: Professional dog walking and pet sitting in New Orleans. Servicing Uptown and the immediate area…read more We work with our clients to personalize a plan that works best for you and your pet (dogs, cats, birds and beyond) Here at Poodleroo, we pride ourselves on excellent customer service, honesty and genuine, long­-lasting client relationships. PoodleROO is bonded and insured for the protection of your pets and home.