Kathy has been our trusted and beloved kitty sitter for over 8 years and she's the absolute best!…read moreOur 4 cats looks forward to her visits and she always sends updates and beautiful photos of them while we're away. She is such a kind and gentle soul with a deep love and respect for all animals. Knowing she is there to visit and take care of our kitties twice per day while we're away is priceless. We couldn't recommend her more and feel so blessed to have her.

Kathy has been my amazing dog walker for the last 5 months and I can't say enough about her! Both…read moremy dogs took to her right away, as did my cats, who are usually quite skittish of strangers. She is kind, compassionate and has even been helping me work on some training with my new dog Louie. He has been learning new things so much faster with both of us working with him. She is also super reliable, responsible and flexible. Whenever I've had a schedule change, she's been able to adjust her schedule too. And anytime she's had a schedule change she always checks with me if it's ok to come by earlier or later to walk the dogs. She's been excellent with regular communication through text message and also sends me a Dog Log report every time of where they walked, how far, how long, and she can also add pictures and notes to it, and let me know if anyone pooped. She has gotten some of the cutest photos of my dogs and shared them with me which I love to see. She also has the best pricing, by far, of anyone I have seen online, on Yelp, and on apps like Rover. I highly highly recommend her to anyone looking for pet sitting or dog walking services.

When I used this service: March 1-5 Why I chose Bowser's: I…read moredid 1-2 hours of research: Yelp reviews, calling friends from the dog park/other contacts, etc., and Kim always came highly recommended. Matt from Pawfection told me he refers all his clients to her who are looking for longer pet sitting, and no one has come back disappointed. Overall impression: I cannot speak more highly of Kimberley and Bowser's Buddy Pet Care! She was extremely professional and accommodating and made me feel like part of the Bowser's family from day one! More details: Kimberley is the epitome of professionalism. I really appreciated how she: - validated my sad feelings that I couldn't take him on the trip - had me over the weekend before my trip to see her space and meet the other dogs she was currently taking care of - was in constant contact about times/dates and how my dog Reeses was doing while I was gone - communicated (quickly) with me whenever I sent her a text message or gave her a call - loves my dog like her own (and he loves her back!) Pro-tip: Kim's place is dog HEAVEN. Very dog-friendly and lots of things to keep them entertained and comfortable: doggy door, fenced-in grassy yard, orthopedic beds, etc. etc. She doesn't give discounts, but it's totally worth the price, and that's coming from a med student in tons of debt currently!

I have so many selfish reasons to not share this review and make Kim even more busy than she…read morealready is. But my goodness! She is a miracle worker. She took our sweet, shy, overly anxious little pup and made him feel at home within a short son of three weeks (2-3 times exposure for day care) before we let him stay overnight. She has been a godsend and I know that I can rest easy when our little fur baby is in her good hands.

We had overnight for 4 nights two dogs a fish and 4 birds they are great all my animals we're happy…read morewhen I got back from my vacation and I will definitely be calling them again for my next trip.

We had such a great experience with Dog Duty in Campbell! Catalina, the owner, was incredibly…read morehelpful and accommodating, she made a last-minute weekend dog-sitting request happen with ease. Our dog's caregiver, Diane, was absolutely amazing! She sent regular updates and adorable pictures throughout the weekend, which gave us such peace of mind. It's clear that the Dog Duty team truly cares about the pets they look after. We will 1,000% be using Dog Duty for all our future pet-sitting needs! Highly recommend!

The Furrtopolis team is amazing! They treated Katie like a princess for her spa day, they were very…read moregentle and treated Katie with care. It is very easy to schedule an appointment with them and the team is very kind and friendly., They make sure to answer any questions and address any concerns that you have to ensure that your furbaby is safe and cared for. I would recommend Furrtropolis for grooming and to check them out as they offer many other services for your dogs!

Extension of my previous review because it was off putting that this business would prefer to…read moredeflect than accept feedback. 1. Regarding my pup contracting Giardia--I already stated in my original review that I understand parasites are common and my puppy was probably more susceptible, so I wasn't placing blame on the facility. Just a warning that these things happen. However I would like to point out that my dog did not go anywhere else besides home and their facility (since theyre insinuating that it could've been contracted elsewhere). Additionally, the fact that Furrtropolis requires a negative fecal test every 6 months is a warning in itself that any dog could be carrying a parasite between that time, so this requirement isn't full proof. This is just the nature of daycares and boarding facilities, and it wasn't the sole reason I decided we wouldn't be returning. 2. Regarding kennel cough--again just spreading the warning of what my dog experienced coming back from the facility. I'm fully aware they don't have control over the health of every dog that enters. 3. Records show that we were in contact, because as I stated in my review, I would have to continously badger the staff in order to get any updates. Yes, responses were prompt but that wasn't the issue. It was getting updates to begin with, without me having to reach out on the 4th day of boarding to ask how things went. I've seen other boarding places have cameras or provide daily updates (on meals, training sessions, nap time, etc)--totally fine if this isn't one of those places and you're a dog parent that doesn't mind. It's just not for me. *I also want to clarify that I directly expressed to the staff multiple times of wanting more communication/updates and it not being met before I came to yelp* 4. This just further proves my point on the poor communication from this facility, the fact that I wasn't made aware my pup might have had a decrease in appetite or activity level is serious alarm bells. Both of those things would indicate to me that something is off since my dog normally has endless energy and a black hole for a stomach. At the very least, a simple update that my dog just finished his additional 1:1 training session/1:1 play session that I paid extra for would've been nice. My dog is the love of my life and I'm sure other pet parents feel the same. It's important for me to share my experiences to provide insight for others and so the business can improve for others.

I have been bringing my dog (a 15lb shih tzu) to Colleen for grooming every 5 weeks since June…read more2017. After almost 5 years with her, it's hard to know where to start with this review. Colleen is incredibly kind-hearted and attentive. She always puts your pet's safety and comfort first. We spent time at the beginning of each appointment just chatting and letting my dog roam around her space, so he had time to get comfortable and Colleen could get to know us, our needs, updates, etc. At the end, she also gave me an overview of what happened during the grooming session (sometimes he can be a little troublesome, especially with his nails getting trimmed, while other times he is an angel). Colleen is a very honest and direct person, which may be off-putting to people who aren't used to that sort of personality, but I highly appreciate it. She is extremely knowledgeable and willing to share that knowledge to help improve your pet's well-being and relationship with you. Again, she does all this with kindness, respect, and patience. We had a regular recurring schedule with her, but whenever there was a holiday or I had to leave for a trip, Colleen was always flexible and accommodating with adjusting our appointments or open to having my friend drop off my dog to her instead of me. Our appointments were usually about 1.5 hours long (15-30 mins of which were spent talking), so I often went to Big Mug Coffee down the street on El Camino (also highly recommended) to wait out the grooming session with a coffee and pastries. Colleen is incredibly passionate about what she does. She almost always gave my dog an extra cute little bandana or bow tie (which she makes herself!) after every session, and one year she also gave us an adorable personalized Christmas ornament. It really just told me how much she cares. I was so sad when I finally told her that we were moving, and because of Colleen, the next groomer that we have to find will have a very high bar to meet.

Colleen deserves 10 stars for the fabulous job she has done with our 10 year old Pomeranian,…read moreAshley. Here's the story .... Like most Pom's, Ashley started out with a beautiful, thick coat, requiring a good amount of bathing and brushing, to keep her looking her best. Over time, with a house full of small children, and other obligations and distractions, I did not keep up with the grooming enough, and so she started to get her share of matted hair. Then, when she would get a bath and I tried to brush her, it got to be painful for her. My sweet little Pom started to become Cujo, every time she saw a hair brush. Not good. Finally, I decided to take her to Petsmart in Milpitas for "professional" grooming. Their solution was a complete disaster. They shaved her, sparing only a mane around her face, making her look like a little lion. This is completely inappropriate for a Pom .. but that was the least of our problems. Serious skin.follicle damage prevented her coat from properly growing back in. My vet even tested her for health issues, thinking she might have a nutritional disorder. Another local groomer did their best for her, but still her coat was quite thin, and really had lost its original beauty. I pretty much accepted things as they were, but would never encourage others to shave a Pomeranian. Frankly, I feel like the shop that pulled this number should have their license yanked. As I got busy with work, my dear wife started to make the runs to the groomer every six weeks. She had a less than ideal experience with the groomer I had been using, when she drove in rush hour traffic to drop the dog off for an appointment, only to learn that something had come up and so they needed to see the dog another day. My wife had had enough, so she decided to seek a groomer who she felt might our needs better. She came across Colleen and Lovin' All the Babies. Colleen made sure that we checked with our vet to be sure there were no health issues contributing to the damaged coat, and used her experience and gentle products, helped Ashley to regain her beauty. If someone looks at a photo of our dog from a couple years ago, they probably would not believe that it is the same dog seen today. I cannot thank Colleen enough for all she has done for our dog, but I do urge others to support this wonderful groomer.

Wowser! I am a seriously hard to please individual but Noah's has managed! Both of our dogs love…read moregoing there, which given that one of them is a seriously hard to please Airedale, is really saying something! Our dogs have been there numerous times for daycare and just finished a trial run of overnight boarding which went great! I am totally jazzed about all the worry-free vacations I can now go on, thanks to James and Sylvia!!! Our AireGirl is on the left in the snapshot, getting to meet an AireBoy, a rare occurrence!

For the past year we have been boarding our dog Jazz with James and Sylvia. James work with Jazz'…read moreanxiety very well which was the major factor with choosing them. James quickly responds to any inquiry; their property is very nice, clean, and most importantly safe. We are very appreciative to know that Jazz is being cared for properly which has made our vacations more enjoyable. :-)

Faye is the only person I can leave my dog with who treats "guests" like they are her own beloved…read morepets. She has taught me a lot of tricks over the years and is a "dog whisperer" extraordinaire! I get adorable photos from Faye that show how relaxed and at home my dog feels in her home. Now that my pup is a senior, it's all the more important to leave her with someone whose sole focus is the dogs in her care. I can't recommend Faye highly enough.

Faye is gentle with the dogs, and my dog loves going over to hang with her pups and the other dogs…read morein daycare.

Deborah offers a reliable, well-priced service, I have been a client for 10+ years…read more Things to note: -Quick, prompt communication. Emails are replied to within an hour, but it may be tricky to reach Deb on the phone since she's pretty busy. -Pet friendly environment. Large open floor plan with a nice backyard. The dogs are allowed on furniture so its nice to know they aren't getting yelled at to get off the couch every 5 minutes. -Special needs. My dog requires medicine twice daily, and has some slight arthritis. Deborah addresses this appropriately. Overall, it is a great service offering all the reliability, perks, and benefits of a multi-employee staff, but with a more personal, cost effective approach.

I'm reposting this since Yelp removed it for "promotional content" (which it didn't have)…read more think this is one of those instances where The Traveling Companion might be good for other people, but just wasn't for me. I felt obligated to write a review, because I think it's very important to understand what you're going to experience (especially due to all the 5 star reviews). I think most dog owners think of themselves as dog parents as I do, so I was really hesitant to kennel or send my dog off with a stranger. Deborah was quite prompt with emails, and requires you to go to her house for a 30-minute, $20 consultation. No big deal if I was satisfied with the visit...but I wasn't, and honestly, I feel like I paid her to torture me for an hour. What could I have bought with that 20$? a meal, a shirt, a car wash? I don't know, anything would have been better. I opened the door and was immediately greeted by a giant mob of about 10-12 dogs. It definitely threw me off because when Deborah had mentioned I needed to book quickly, she said could only have a "handful" of dogs at any given minute. I assumed that meant....5? (at the most). Her house is essentially a dog park. They are allowed on furniture, and have in and out privileges. Good for the dogs, because they definitely know who is boss and run wild. Her roommate was spraying dogs with water bottles because they're misbehaving. For 30+ minutes I watched another dog follow my dog around and hump him while he tried to escape. Yes, my dog is submissive, but Deborah commented several times about how he was, "standoffish," "doesn't know how to play," and asking me if I ever take him to dog parks. Are you kidding me? I take him to the dog park all the time, and he's fine. I felt like she was constantly questioning my dog parenting, because she gave me several comments such as that throughout the hour. This is also ridiculous, because he was one of the most well behaved dogs there, and definitely is trained not standoffish. The biggest problem I had was her own dog's nails were yellow, long and curled over...which honestly, it's what, 10 minutes and $8 for a nail trim? She also works during the day, so the dogs are unsupervised while she's out, and she doesn't walk them either. So... basically, you are giving her money for a storage space. I might as well leave my dog outside in my own much larger backyard with a giant trough of food/water, because it's the same exact thing. There are plenty of other people who will watch and walk your dog for the same price, have only 1-2 dogs at one time, and even send you photo updates. I know this sounds extremely negative, but it's how I felt. She's a nice lady (as is her roommate), and I know she genuinely loves her dogs, but the environment is just not what I was looking for.