I can't say enough good things about Anna Marie and Matthew! Working with a foster pup comes with…read moreits own unique challenges, and they've been so patient, knowledgeable, and supportive every step of the way. From the very beginning, they took the time to understand my dog's personality and needs, and created a training approach that actually works for him--not just a one-size-fits-all method. I've already seen such a huge difference in his behavior, confidence, and overall happiness. What I appreciate most is how they've also helped me become a better, more confident handler. They explain everything in a way that's easy to understand and always make sure we feel set up for success. If you're looking for someone who truly cares about your dog and goes above and beyond, I highly recommend them. My foster pup is already on his way to becoming the best version of himself thanks to their help

I'm so long overdue in writing this review for our beloved Happy Heart Pet Care! I don't even know…read morewhere to begin in describing how much I credit Anna Marie and Matt for supporting and caring for my girl Moxie (and honestly, me too). I adopted Moxie at about 6 months old after she was found wandering the streets, and she came to me with a lot of anxiety, reactivity, and gaps in early socialization. We needed real support, structure, and patience. On top of that, I work 12-hour hospital shifts, so finding a place I could trust--somewhere that would care for her with the level of love, safety, and consistency I wanted--felt impossible. Then we found Anna. Anna is extraordinarily knowledgeable about dogs with trauma histories, reactivity, and anxiety. She balances structure and boundaries with genuine warmth so Moxie feels safe and gets to live her best dog life. She helped me understand my own dog better, taught Moxie how to regulate and interact in healthier ways, and created a routine that transformed our day-to-day. Matt is equally wonderful--gentle, attentive, and always in tune with what each dog needs. She is also incredibly flexible with drop-offs and pick-ups, which is absolutely essential when you live and work in Los Angeles. Her reliability and understanding have made it possible for me to manage long hospital shifts without worrying for even a second. Moxie has a forever Auntie in Anna Marie, and Anna will always have my deepest gratitude and love. If you're looking for someone who will love your pup, keep them safe, understand their quirks, and support you as an owner--Happy Heart Pet Care is truly the best there is.

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.

I left a review for Jessica and her Spirit High Dog Walking team last year and I'm coming back to…read morereiterate just how fantastic she is. My dog can be an anxious girlie and Jessica handles her with such ease. There's been multiple times Jessica has gone above and beyond to accommodate my dog's needs and I truly cannot emphasize enough how much her level of care is unparalleled compared to other walkers I've used. She is so responsive, professional and I fully trust her - she has enabled me to feel so confident in leaving my dog with her for any amount of time. In fact, I think my anxious dog actually enjoys when I go out of town - because she gets to hang out with Jessica - her other best friend! Thank you Jessica for being such an incredible part of our life!

Jessica is the best dog walker and boarder on the east side! Dotty (12yo) gets walked daily and…read moregoes on a hike once a week. She loves boarding with Jessica tooo! She's reliable, responsive, responsible, caring, and very professional.

Been having Jessica take care of our poodles for about 4+ years now. I can't believe I've only…read morethought of writing a review now. She's a pro and dogs absolutely love her. We go out of town and have our dog stay with her with zero worries. Thank you so much for your TLC.

I'll be the first to admit that I am a crazy dog person. So only City-Paws is good enough for my…read morepets. Jessica is wonderful with dogs; she's caring, she's responsible, and she's a great communicator. When I travel, I feel completely at ease with City-Paws on the job. If I had to guess I'd say I've been using Jessica for 15 years now, and you can consider this a glowing reference. Thank you, City-Paws!

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 !!

Yo! Dogwalker is the ONLY place I will send my mini Goldendoodle! He is in HEAVEN when he's there…read moreand Bob has assembled the best staff that has been taking care of my puppy since he was only a few months old (had just finished all his vaccines) . He's truly so happy there that when I tell him he's going, he runs to the door awaiting his pickup. Special shoutout to Roxy, with whom my Jack is fully in love! When he's boarded there, he goes on hikes too which is an amazing additional service! The pickup and drop off has been wonderful as well, and makes things so convenient! Cannot recommend them enough!

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!

My two babies Lola and Ellie love Katie! She takes care of them daily while I am at work and they…read morelove their time! They get to go to the dog park and play with the other pups in Puppreschool. I go to work knowing they are in good hands!

Katie and her outstanding staff have proven again and again that they are the BEST!! From the…read moremoment Katie met my temperamental schipperkee, she endevored to get to know her personality and establish trust. She then ensured her staff did the same. As a result of Frolic Petcare's attentive service, my wonderful dog is not only safe and secure but, she has actually slimmed down. Thank you Katie, Adrianna, and DJ!! You guys are great!!

Amazing service!…read more Even drove down to OC for us. Our puppy loves her. Highly recommended

I used Tooth & Nail Pet Care for both of my dogs and had a great experience! She was quick to get…read moreme scheduled, very knowledgeable, and incredibly gentle with them. You can tell she genuinely cares about the animals she works with and knows what she's doing. I was very happy with the service and would definitely recommend her to other pet owners!