Doug was truly the best! He has the knowledge, talent and patient to handle dogs and it shows. We…read morewent out of the country and were a bit nervous to leave our dog at the vet's kennel again or at any Dog hotelesque places. So when I found Doug I was ecstatic. He assured my dog would be well taken care of and did an initial test with a few other dogs and it went about as well as it could. He worked with us for the week and when our flight got delayed. He dealt with my dog's separation anxiety for the first night and I really appreciated him for letting me through updates. I cannot recommend him enough!

Doug is awesome with both of my dogs. His place is truly their second home. They are so loved and…read morewell taken care of. Serves been going there for a few years, and I highly recommend him!!

Gus can't wait to get out of the car when we pull up, he's so excited to see his friends and play!…read moreDenise has an excellent team, very prompt and kind! I know Gus always gets the best of care at Cool Ranch!

My dog Duke has been coming here for almost 5 years and loves it! He's so excited to see his…read morefuriends and staff everytime. Denise, the owner, is always prompt to respond and very kind and loving towards Duke and all the dogs. The facility is very clean and organized. So grateful to have Cool Dog Ranch nearby and able to board Duke knowing he is in good hands.

We are originally from the Bay Area and were getting married at one of the Temecula wineries. We…read morereached out to another boarding facility, but Great Oak Kennels was the only one that allowed us to submit an application without a meet-and-greet. It was a huge blessing, considering we wouldn't be able to drive down for one before our wedding. In general, we were reluctant to leave our two pups, Milo and Enzo, at a boarding facility for the first time because we have never left them in another person's care who wasn't a relative. But we are so glad we did and that we had a wonderful experience! Naomi took great care of them for 4 days. She was very responsive, professional, understanding, and most importantly, kind. She gave them all the attention, love and care they seek and need. We were impressed with her clean facility and were relieved that she was able to separate the two dogs during meal time as requested. She was easy to work with when it came to the dogs' specific schedule and instructions, and she was very open and flexible to our needs when it came to pick-up and drop-off. We trusted her so much that we even extended their stay by one day! She was fantastic and we are so glad we know who to go to again for future dog boarding needs.

We relocated to Temecula from the Bay Area early last year, and we were very concerned about who we…read morecould board our senior dog with. Thankfully, we found Great Oak kennels and it has absolutely been a godsend! Naomi treats our baby, Bella Catherine, like a member of her own family. She doesn't have a problem that Bella has to have medications and her food softened and made a special way. Whatever Bella needs to keep her healthy and safe, while we're traveling is what Naomi and her staff do. And we are truly thankful for Naomi and all of the staff at Great Oak kennels!

I was referred to Gennifer, and I honestly couldn't be happier or more grateful that I found her…read more I have a very special 16-year-old senior dog named Noah, and as you can imagine, finding someone I trust to care for him is incredibly important to me. At his age, he is very sensitive and has some of the little quirks and challenges that come with being a senior dog. Grooming can be stressful for him, so I was a little nervous about how he would do with someone new. Gennifer was absolutely wonderful with him. She was so patient, gentle, and understanding of his needs. She even used a sling to support him so that his little legs and body wouldn't become tired from having to stand for too long. She took her time with him and never made me feel like his age or sensitivities were an inconvenience. What touched me most was the way she handled Noah with genuine kindness and compassion. She seemed to understand that he isn't just an appointment--he's my beloved senior boy who deserves to be treated with patience, dignity, and care. I know grooming can be challenging on its own, and I can only imagine that working with senior dogs adds another level of patience and care. Gennifer handled Noah's individual needs so beautifully, and I could tell that his comfort was important to her. As a dog mom, there is nothing more reassuring than finding someone you can truly trust with a beloved pet, especially when they are getting older. I left feeling so thankful that Noah was in such caring hands. I'm incredibly grateful for the referral and feel very fortunate to have found Gennifer. I would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone, especially those with senior dogs who need someone patient, gentle, and genuinely compassionate. Noah is already scheduled to come back!

Our 6 month old golden doodle had his very first grooming today and we are so happy with it! Gen…read morewas extremely knowledgeable in all things dog grooming and more. She was kind and patient and knew exactly what he needed. She communicated throughout his grooming very well. We will definitely be regulars here.

We had an excellent experience with Stay and Play Pet Sitting! Rick took amazing care of our three…read moreguinea pigs while we were away. He was professional, reliable, and kept us updated with messages, photos, and videos, which gave us great peace of mind. Rick truly went above and beyond, even making a trip to the store for supplies when needed. It was obvious he genuinely cared about our pets, and we came home to three happy guinea pigs. We highly recommend Stay and Play Pet Sitting and will definitely use their services again!

Casey was a loving and attentive pet sitter for us. She came 2x a day, at the time she said she…read morewould, sent pictures and wrote us a detailed note each time. She was flexible with my last minute requests as well. Very professional and I highly recommend. I would venture you can't find any better. Thank you, Casey!

Omg Ms. Kathy is the absolute best! Our dogs were at home away from home! She sent pictures and…read morevideos on their stay!! We used to drive all the way to Orange County because that was the only one that we trusted, but we now found someone close by because we live in Murrieta. I am so thankful that I was able to find her on this app. Her backyard is set up in such a great way where dogs truly can feel like they're home away from home.

We needed a place to keep our dog for a few hours while we hosted a party at our house and Kathy…read morewas our lady! Not only did she let us come in a head of time to scope the place our dog would be staying but she made us comfortable every step of the way. If you're looking to take a day trip or a few nights out of town and want to ensure your dog is getting the love and care it needs please consider Woof Retreat! We are sure Rosie will be back again soon!

Don't Believe the False Facebook Posts - Epic Dog Academy Is the Real Deal…read more I need to share my experience because there's a lot of misinformation going around about Epic Dog Academy. If you've seen those Facebook posts linking them to animal abuse - please, don't believe them. I fell for those rumors myself at first, and I want to make sure no one else makes the same mistake. I had signed my dog, Obi-Wan, up for the two-week training program and was so excited. But right after I told a friend, she sent me a Facebook group filled with terrible claims about EDA. I panicked and immediately called to cancel. Vincent, the owner, was incredibly understanding and patient. He explained that all those claims were false and even showed me proof - including records exposing the people behind the posts as having serious legal and credibility issues, but even though I already paid and signed all the paperwork - he still immediately refunded me my payment to give me time to do additional research. This is something he could have pushed back on but didn't, which really showed me what a kind and understanding business this was. Even so, I made sure to do my own research before forming any opinions. What I found was truly alarming: the main individual behind that Facebook group has a documented history of serious issues, including animal cruelty charges (all public record). His daughter once briefly worked with Vince - the owner of Epic Dog Academy - many years ago at a completely separate business. Shortly after, Vince left to establish Epic Dog Academy with his wife, Olivia. To be clear, the two individuals who now run that Facebook group have no real connection to Epic Dog Academy. The false claims they're spreading about the owner are completely unfounded and unsupported by any evidence, plus most of the negative comments appear to come from people associated with them. Once I realized the truth, I re-enrolled Obi-Wan - this time in their day training program. I drop him off in the morning and pick him up in the afternoon. It gave me total peace of mind to see him daily, and I can confidently say that not only is he perfectly fine - he's thriving. The results have been beyond my expectations. Obi-Wan listens better than ever, he's happier, and he actually gets excited to go every morning. Erin, his trainer, is absolutely phenomenal. She's patient, knowledgeable, and keeps me updated every day with photos and progress reports through their app. Christy at the front desk is another gem - her warmth and understanding make every drop-off and pick-up a breeze. Every single person I've interacted with at Epic Dog Academy truly loves what they do, and it shows. They treat every dog like their own. I can say with complete confidence that my dog is safe, happy, and receiving the best possible training here. Please do yourself a favor - don't let false online rumors stop you from giving EDA a chance. Check things out for yourself. I'm so glad I did, because Epic Dog Academy has completely transformed my dog's behavior and confidence. It's been worth every single penny (and I signed up for the Honor program!) I have given EDA permission to share my number with anyone who is hesitant to sign up. I'd be happy to share my experience with you if needed. -- Pictures of Obi-Wan were sent to me through the EDA app during his day training!

Every time I take my dog here he gets either an infection or a cold or some sort. I'm not sure if…read morethey changed owners or what but the team from two years ago was much better than whoever is running the place now.

We are beyond grateful that we found Sheri. She is an absolutely amazing in-home dog sitter and…read moretruly went above and beyond for us. She sent frequent updates, photos, and videos of their day, which completely put our minds at ease while we were on vacation. Knowing our dog was happy, well cared for, and loved allowed us to actually relax and enjoy our trip without any stress or worry. It's clear Sheri genuinely cares, and that makes all the difference. We couldn't be happier and will absolutely be using her again. Highly recommend!

My dog got very ill while I was out of town (seems to be related to a virus and has nothing to do…read morewith Sheri). Sheri immediately notified me and went above and beyond to make sure nothing happened to my girl. She sat with her at the vet from 9am - 3pm and updated me every step of the process. This could've been a very bad outcome if she was with any other sitter, but Sheri's diligence and expertise are the reason my dog did not get seriously harmed. As a dog mom this was my worst nightmare come true, and I'm convinced if any other dog sitter was with her I would not have come home to her alive. Sheri is the only pet-sitter I would trust in the Temecula area, especially after this experience. Thank you again for everything!!