Elizabeth from Paws United is a knowledgable, caring, and effective dog trainer. She had clear…read moreinsight into why my very large German Shepherd was being leash aggressive with other dogs on walks. Elizabeth understands the dog (and human!) mind and gives practical exercises, equipment, treats and tips on how to improve communication between dog and human in a clear, concise way. In the months that we worked with Elizabeth, and practiced her recommendations, we saw vast improvements in our dog's behavior in public and at home. I am no longer dragged through the park on dog-attack missions!

Elizabeth is a lifesaver. Our new puppy was quickly getting out of control, and we were sleep…read moredeprived and frustrated. She tailored our training, specifically, for our concerns. We very quickly saw an improvement. Our stress levels came down, and we have been able to implement her techniques with great success. She comes to your home, tailors an individual training program for you and your dog. She's friendly, helpful, calming. She helped us feel in charge again. Lifesaver! P.S. She loves coconut Lacroix.

Laura is amazing! I knew she was going to be perfect for my little Lilly after using her boarding…read moreservices while I was in Hawaii. It's so nice to have some as knowledgable as she is that I can call or text for advice or recommendations anytime I need. I trust her with my pets and I know they will be safe and happy! I would definitely recommend her!

Laura is a skilled dog behaviorist who has helped us coax our shy rescue dog out of her shell…read more Laura uses positive behavior training, which research shows is best, to shape and reward desired skills. Our dog also attends her small, home based day care two times a week and absolutely has blossomed under Laura's care! We started out with a timid dog who hid in the corner and now have an enthusiastic and curious companion who loves to explore her environment and play with other dogs! We recommend Laura's individualized and competent services enthusiastically!

Colleen, of Vancouver Dogs Gone Walking, provides both a wonderful walks service and positive dog…read moretraining. She is very oriented to making sure that your dog is exercised and happy by the end of their sessions. She is also both time conscious and flexible. Colleen shows up when she's promises but she is also willing to change times when my schedule changes, if she possibly can. Colleen also taught my old dog, literally, some new tricks. Aunt Bee can now heel, shake hands, and high-five! Her rates are the best around. You won't find a better dog service.

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LOVE Pawsitively Paws. They do house visits, walking and overnight curated dog care. Appreciate…read morethe fact that they treat my fur dogs like their own. Been with them for about a year. Highly recommend~!!!

Absolutely incredible service! I've used dog walking, cat visits, and overnight stays, and happy to…read moresay they do an excellent job at everything! They're always quick to reply, provide cute photos, and go the extra mile to make sure our animals are well cared for, even those with special needs. Highly recommend their team to watch your furry family members!

Our Frenchie, Bean, demanded we leave this glowing review - she absolutely loves Darrin and…read moreMichelle. They've walked her for 6+ years and every time they drop by, it's the highlight of her day. They send text updates on how she's doing and she usually gets post-walk zoomies because of all the fun she's had. And it's not just walks, when we're out of town, Darrin and Michelle are our absolute first choice to dog sit. Four paws up for K9PDX!

Michelle and Darrin have walked my dog, Olly, since he was a puppy! We had 4 amazing years of dog…read morewalks and they were the highlight of his day. We recently moved out of the area and we both shed a tear knowing that we would be leaving Michelle and Darrin. I couldn't recommend them more! Responsive, friendly and trustworthy!

They used to always give you the dog walker you wanted. Now they dont listen. What happened? Past…read morefew weeks have been bad. Incorrect charges, messed up appointments, bad communication, and a friend told me they keep charging her or showing up after she cancels. New guy answering phones is disorganized.

Broken glass with food is not a good mix. I apologize for the length and I'm not usually a negative…read morereviewer but... full experience: We recently relocated to Portland from Sacramento, Ca and were so excited to find a passionate group of folks to take care of our three cats and 70lbs dog in-(our)house. We used Tails and Trails 3 times with mixed results. Important to know- you create detailed notes with the owner (Jeff) on how to access your building, routines, where leashes are, etc., etc., when you have your introductory visit. Our instructions ask that the handler only feeds the cats their canned food, nothing else. 1st time, week-long trip (June 2024)- handlers were 2+ hours late regularly. While this wasn't the biggest issue, we don't have a doggie door and that level of lateness pushed the pup's bathroom breaks longer than we're comfortable. But, we liked the service offered and adjusted how often we scheduled handler visits for the second and third visits. 2nd time, 1 week of walks while both of us were gone for longer than 8 hours (September 2024)- Great! Annie (I'm not disclosing employees' full names for their privacy) had no problems and was very helpful. 3rd time, overnight away- 4 visits requested: Sat afternoon and evening; Sun am and afternoon (October 2024)- Day 1- We left the house at 8 am and scheduled feeding/walk visits for about 1:00 pm and 6:00 pm. Around 1:25 pm, Chloe (office manager) texted me to ask if we had scheduled for 7:00 am that day. When we said we hadn't, a communication between Chloe and a handler led to the 1:00 pm visit being skipped. We talked with Chloe that evening and she said the handler would roll the afternoon and evening visits together, apologized for the miscommunication between herself and the handler, and credited our account for the mistake (all great). The handler arrived around 7:00 pm. They had a difficult time accessing the building so Chloe texted us to say the handler would hang out for a little longer before leaving if they couldn't get access. Once they did get into the building, they couldn't find the food or leash. The access information, food instructions, and where the leashes are were all in the instructions. The handler fed the pets and took the pup for a 15-min potty break. Since we were only gone for a night, we didn't book anyone to stay overnight. We considered cutting the trip short and wish we had. Day 2- Oscar was our handler. We got notifications that both visits were completed and everything seemed to have gone smoothly. When we got home, a glass jar with cat treats had been taken from the closed closet and left open on the counter. When we got home, there were treats all over the counter and SHATTERED GLASS MIXED WITH TREATS all over the floor. All three cats had engorged stomachs. While Chloe apologized and said she'd speak with Oscar the next day, we didn't hear back from Tails and Trails' manager or owner. We'll be anxiously monitoring our furbabies for a few more days.

We can't say enough great things about Dee! When we first met her, our puppy, Paxton, was extremely…read morefearful of everything and everyone. Being new to the Vancouver area, we were nervous about finding someone who could help us socialize him and make him feel safe. From day one, Dee's patience, kindness, and understanding stood out. She has an incredible ability to read dogs and work with them at their own pace, never rushing or forcing anything. Her gentle approach allowed Paxton to gain confidence and trust in her, and in turn, the world around him. Dee isn't just a dog walker--she's a compassionate and intuitive dog trainer who truly cares about the animals in her care. Her dedication and love for what she does shine through every interaction. We're so grateful to have found her and couldn't recommend her enough to anyone looking for exceptional care for their furry family members! Thank you, Dee, for everything you've done for Paxton and for us!

From the owner: We are a mother and daughter team and have been working together for five years. Our mission is to…read moreprovide peace of mind for you as the pet parent, by providing the highest level of care for your pets.  Your pets are your family and as such they will be cared for the with utmost love, comfort and understanding. We strive to create a safe, and fun environment for all pets in our care.  As a team, we are not bound to the same working hours, so we are able to offer our clients a wider scheduling window. Our promise is to be a comfort while caring for your loved family members. You can trust our experience and dedication providing dog walking and pet sitting services at hours that are convenient for you and your family! We have been in your shoes and know what it feels like to worry about our pets when we are away from them. With nearly 50 years of experience between the two of us caring for many pets, we have gained a wealth of knowledge and expertise in caring for pets of all species, shapes and sizes.  Dee is certified by KPA in basic dog behavior and training and continues to study dog behavior, positive reinforcement training and canine nutrition. Ilona studies positive reinforcement training and plans on obtaining her KPA credentials in the future. (Karen Pryor Academy) We are fear and force free and use positive reinforcement methods when dealing with pets! We are both certified in First Aid and CPR for pets and our business is licensed, bonded and insured.

This is a long overdue review. Also, I think this is more like a thank-you letter to Jen than a…read morereview. As many others have stated, Jen is amazing. Our dog, Shaka, just loved spending time with her and the other pups she cared for. We were a little worried at first about his temperament being around others (humans and other animals) since he gets a little skittish, but he seemed to thrive there. When it was pick-up time, he was always happy and seemed to sleep very well from getting his exercise and socialize in. (He also smelled great on his longer stays. Thank you for the baths!) Jen is super flexible and communicative. We were so appreciative of this since we tend be rather spontaneous and would ask to drop him off the day before sometimes. We also would extend his stay last minute, for example, when we were taking road trips and wanted to stop for the night instead of driving all the way through a town. (Sorry and thank you so much, Jen!) Shaka has stayed over from one day to two weeks (possibly more), and each time, we've received text updates from her and even pictures of him happy with his friends. I always looked forward to those. Shaka passed away early last year, and I've been meaning to write this for a long time to say, "Thank you, Jen!" for being such a wonderful caregiver and trustworthy and friendly person overall. Dog parents, I 1000% recommend Jen.

Jen is without a doubt the we will leave our best friend with. I trust her 100%!…read moreShe is a real lover of animals. My dog returned happy and healthy.