I've boarded my Aussie, Lucy, at Desjardins for both short and extended stays over the years, and I…read morecouldn't recommend them more. Kevin and Sara are wonderful, and their beautiful, spacious property is perfect for an energetic dog like Lucy. Before her first stay, they gave us a tour of the property and had Lucy complete a daycare trial, which gave me so much confidence. One of my favorite moments has been running into some of the staff on our walks. Lucy gets so excited and runs right up to them, which says everything about how well she's cared for there. I've also referred family friends, and they've all had great experiences. Desjardins is a place I trust completely, and I know Lucy is always happy and well cared for.

The owners are amazing and really love dogs. The communication is outstanding and my dog was so…read morehappy and tired from playing with other dogs all day. They are thoughtful about the dog groupings and the facilities are exceptionally clean!

We have two German Shepherds. One of them is a 92 pound working shepherd thus a bit high…read moremaintenance. He tends to be vocal when he's excited and for people who are not familiar with the breed that can be intimidating. Also like a lot of working GSDs can be a bit particular with who they like. We over the years have struggled to find a kennel that we are comfortable leaving them with. I find that he goes running in wagging his tail when I drop him off. And I really appreciate the good humor that Robert shows with Kosmos. The second dog,Yasmin, is pretty easy she just follows along.

1-Star Review - Extremely Disappointed - Would Not Recommend…read moreI boarded my two dogs at Heritage Kennel in Santa Cruz for four days and was very disappointed with the care they received. One of my dogs, Winnie, arrived with a paw wound. She was wearing a cone and sock, and I provided all the necessary supplies: gauze, bandages, and ointment, along with clear instructions for treatment. None of the supplies were used. When I picked her up, her paw was noticeably worse than when I dropped her off. Additionally, when I collected their bedding to take home and wash, there were dead bugs on the bottom. I also specifically requested anxiety medication for the dogs for the car ride home. I'm not sure if it was ever given -- the dogs were extremely anxious and distressed during the drive. If the medication had been administered as requested, they should have been calm and sleepy for the trip. For the price paid (including what appeared to be charges related to Winnie's paw treatment that was never provided), I expected basic care and follow-through on instructions. This felt like a complete failure of the "VIP treatment" I was hoping for. If dogs could talk, I'd love to hear exactly what happened (or didn't happen) while they were there. I will not be bringing my dogs back to Heritage Kennel.

Woof Works is the place to take your dog for training and playtime. As we approach Bonny Doon Road…read moreoff highway one our puppy Golden Retriever gets excited as she knows where we are going. When we pull into the drive she is waiting to go. We open the door she first runs for Emily and then looks for her playmates. She is just 6 months and has already learned quite a lot of obedience plus she has started on Search and Rescue. We didn't send her for that but she is a quick learner with loads of energy. This search and rescue training is good for her and she loves the exercises she has to do. Emily is unbelievable to watch. When we first took our dog Emily took the leash of us and very gently taught our dog to sit on command. Our dog was just 8 weeks old when she did this. Emily never shows anything but love and praise to the dogs she understands them and when working with the dogs she constantly praises them. She also trains us so we can continue training at home. Boarding the dog with Emily is like a vacation for the dog. When you get back your dog is happy to see you. You can tell they have enjoyed their stay. I think Emily is the female dog whisperer because she just talks in a quiet voice and the dogs obey. Our puppy is still a puppy with loads of energy her personality has not changed.l because of training. She is a fun loving dog with loads of energy that is under control. If you are interested in taking your dog to Woof Works and want a reference ask Emily for my phone number I will answer all your questions honestly

Wow, Emily is a spectacular trainer. I learned so much about my dog's (Heeler/ Shepard mix)…read moretemperament and behavior and was blown away by all the exercises and recommendations I received from Emily. After one session I was able to completely eliminate pulling on the leash and I have a much more focused connection with my pup when we go out on walks. I'm looking forward to coming back every few weeks for more exercises and feel so good knowing I have a trusted kennel to care for and train my little guy when I am gone on trips. Emily's property is spacious and tranquil with acres of wild land behind it for the doggies to roam. Emily is very confident with the dogs, speaking their language and teaching people how to understand their dog companions.

High quality pets! This is already my second Syrian hamster from them and I just love how…read morebeautiful, friendly, healthy and curious they are.

The owner was very knowledgeable and all the animals were very healthy and well cared for. The 2…read morerats we brought are very affectionate. We definitely recommend

Canine Corral is a fantastic daycare and boarding facility! They have a comprehensive, structured…read more5-day induction program that ensures dogs have a good experience at daycare. The program even includes a bath!! They do themed enrichment programs every month, which is fun and rewarding for the pups! Our little pup Sugaree just completed the induction program, and she has already gained so much confidence and good behavior. I love that Dawna's training business (Happy Tails to You) is connected with Canine Corral so everything she's learning is carried through in her interactions with the team. The team is so caring and you can tell they truly love the dogs they're caring for.

Seems like our dogs enjoy it. Would like to see our dogs more while they are there (more photos)…read more Very convenient for south San Jose.

We have use Parkland a few times now. A short stay, along with 2 long stays (close to 3 weeks). We…read morenow enjoy our vacations so much more because we know our Charlie is safe, happy and well cared for. They send pictures daily with cute comments (Charlie is enjoying hanging out with his knew friends. Then pics with 4 doggies). If dogs smile he seems to be doing. Also, they offer pet grooming, at very reasonable prices. So, Charlie was bathed and had his nails trimmed when we picked him up. Also worth mentioning is that when we now drop him he is excited to go. Charlie is in the middle (group) absolutely back. Look how happy they all are.

I drove out from LA to visit family and was honestly pretty nervous leaving my pup here. He's very…read moreattached to me, has never been to daycare before, and has never slept anywhere outside of home. He passed his temperament test with flying colors, but because he's a shy boy and missed me after our 5 hour drive, he didn't eat or play much. That was purely on him missing home, and it had nothing to do with the facility! They offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner, keep all the dogs well hydrated, and genuinely care for every pet there. They sent me photo updates throughout his stay, which gave me so much peace of mind. I could tell he was in the absolute best hands. I highly recommend them to anyone needing daycare or boarding. They truly love what they do and take incredible care of the pups. Thank you for taking such good care of my sweet boy!

Amazing! Mary was absolutely wonderful with my Australian Shepherd. I originally found her through…read morea local Facebook recommendation page, and now I completely understand why so many people speak so highly of her. She was extremely responsive, communicative, and took the time to explain help me learn about my Aussie. Mary did an incredible job gently cleaning my girl's overgrown undercoat out without rushing the process. You can tell she truly cares about the comfort and wellbeing of the animals she works with. She also took extra precautions with my Aussie's sensitive hips, which meant a lot to me. She looks healthier, happier, and so much more comfortable. Her coat is soft and beautiful --plus she smells amazing. Highly recommend Mary if you're looking for someone experienced, patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely caring with your pets.

Reached out recently to get a sanitary trim on my BC and it was super easy to schedule an…read moreappointment. She was ready for me and was quick and efficient. She didn't even charge me which was unexpected. She has an amazing setup on her property and I highly recommend and would go back. I am also considering boarding my dogs this summer.

Jillian did an amazing job with our Shiloh Shepherd puppy! He did a 2 week board and train program…read moreand came back a new pup. Jillian made sure to focus on our pain points, practiced both on and off leash training, and gave us regular updates on his progress. The best part was she spent 2 hours with us when we got back to get us comfortable with the commands and what to do in certain situations. Would highly recommend her!

This place is special for my dogs (Hammie and Nilla) and it brings our family so much peace of mind…read moreto know that Megan is caring for them. We met Megan before the pandemic when searching for an off leash trainer for our older corgi. After a 2 week boot camp with Megan, Nilla was a different dog (in all the right ways). She was still loyal, loving, and attached to her family, but she was also obedient and finally a pleasure to walk and take to busy places like parks and shopping centers. When we got our second dog it wasn't even a question.. He went for training as soon as he was past puppyhood. Beyond training, Megan has cared for our dog while traveling for many weeks. Even though she lives well over an hour away from my home, I gladly make the drive - Because she put in the time to build a relationship with my dogs. They love her and I know they are safe and happy with her. They always come back a little more well behaved too :) Thanks K9 Approach - so happy we found you! Hammie and Nilla await the next adventure with you Megan! PS - all photos were sent by Megan during various trips and adventures with K9 Approach

I've been taking my Husky, Pepper to A Pet Villa off and on through the last few years. The staff…read morehave always been helpful. My dog is excited to go there and always comes back tired. I've also had her groomed there as well as boarded from time to time. Always a great experience. Highly recommend!

The staff are both attentive and friendly. The facilities are clean and they also offer boarding in…read moreaddition to day care. Our pup has been going for years and has made great friends with both staff and clients.

Dave is one of a kind. He speaks "dog". I say this because he is our saving grace. We rescued a dog…read moreearlier this year who came with no training and had leash aggression. We tried obedience classes, 2 different trainers and implementing a variety of strategies I researched online... nothing worked. These habits continued and I was very overwhelmed by the future with my dog. I dreaded walks and driving with him. I was desperate to find some effective help. That's where Dave comes in (shout out to Mary at Bit O'Blarney Grooming services for referring him- best groomer around). Dave instilled confidence in myself as my dog's leader. I became/am becoming who my dog needed because of Dave. He made me confident in my delivery of every day training. Within 2 weeks, it clicked for my dog. We have learned how to communicate and successfully pass dogs on leash. We still have training to do, but the improvement I have seen has been amazing!! I have never met a trainer who cares so much about your dog and your concerns. He goes above and beyond to provide owners with the tools necessary to train at home... he even encouraged me to text him updates/questions outside of the session! He quickly responded to my questions which was so helpful when continuing to train in between our meetings. I'm so grateful to have met Dave and have him share part of his wisdom with me. If you've learned about Dave's program, you're very lucky and should reach out ASAP. You will not regret it. He is incredibly wise, caring, and does an excellent job coaching owners and dogs. Dave, thank you for all that you've done and all that you will do. Words can't express how grateful I am to have finally found a trainer with effective approaches that truly cares. You've truly impacted my dog in such a short period!

David is an amazing trainer! I have nothing but wonderful things to say about my experience. David…read moreis extremely knowledgeable and the first trainer out of 4 past trainers who have been willing and effective in working with my dog, Max. Max is a half husky and half American bully, and previous trainers have refused to work with him without placing him on anti-anxiety medication first. David saw Max's strengths the first session he met him. He's attentive and is always ready to help me when I have questions about Max.