John and Cassidy took such great care of our two cats!! This was the first time we've ever used a petsitter service and were veryyy nervous to say the least. Every day we were sent 10+ photos of them along with a paragraph of a summary of their visit with them. Their level of care was so impressive and we know they even vacuumed on a few occasions! We cannot express how impressed we are with this company. Highly highly recommend Pooch's Best Friend! read more

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I live in Irvine, CA, and so happy that I found them when I did. We have 2 dogs and all of the walkers are so very sweet to them. I love that they all are genuinely kind to our pups and leave the sweetest pics and comments about them. My husband and I are really busy with work and PBF always accommodates our schedule and do what they can to make sure our needs are addressed. We recently also had a baby in the last year and pbf has helped accommodate us as we move into our next chapter of having kids. Even when we had to go to the hospital when the baby came, the owner helped us schedule the pups walks and transportation to our pet boarding facility. They are simply great and amazing and I never worry about our pups and trust each and everyone of the walkers in my household. I highly recommend them. read more

This review is long overdue. The PBF team have walked my dogs for over 2 years and with such care! Can't say enough great things. Thank you Nadia and team! read more

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The team at Pooch's Best Friend have been partners in caring for our pets for years, and my family deeply appreciates the attention and affection that they've shown throughout that time. It's very difficult to be great at what you do as a company day-in and day-out - Pooch's Best Friend is one of the rare groups of people who achieve that goal, seemingly with ease. I want to note a few examples of how they've assisted us: * Fitting us into their schedule with last second or holiday requests (embarrassing to admit on my end). * Taking care of our cat Sylvester for nearly a month (!) while we were out of the country. * Providing us with timely and personal updates with how the visits went, what's going on with our furry family member, and including photos and videos as well. Lastly, I just want to say thank you to the team there for their caring response to a family tragedy. We lost our sweet boy Sylvester in a coyote attack... I still have trouble talking about it. When we scheduled for our dog to be taken care of and didn't include Sly, the team reached out to make sure he was okay and offered both their condolences and some kind memories about Sly when they heard the terrible news. We miss him so much and one of the ways that we remember him is through Pooch's Best Friend - their old emails to us with his photos and pictures are memories that we wouldn't otherwise have. Thank you, Pooch's Best Friend, for being a life-long partner in caring for our pets. I highly recommend them for the care of your pets. read more

We just moved to the area and need a cat sitter. I was impressed by how quickly the team responded to my email. You set up a profile on their website and schedule a consultation to discuss your needs. I love how organized the process is, and I'm confident that they have all the information they need to take great care of my cat. read more

PBF has been caring for our pets for nearly 12 years. We currently have a nearly 19 year old dog who requires very special care. The PBF Team regularly provide him the absolute best care- They are patient, kind and compassionate with our guy, and we trust them completely in our home. They send us detailed summaries of each visit along with photos. Outstanding level of service. We love PBF! read more

As a new mom to two cats, new resident to Irvine, and a constant trekker (either on business trips or backpacking excursions), I had no idea where to find a reputable pet-sitter on short notice so I decided to try my luck on Yelp. After reading the reviews and shopping around to compare costs, I decided to give PBF a try. The second I asked for a consultation (which is free), Nadia responded lightning-fast (like a pet-sitting superhero) and was very accommodating to my work schedule. She showed up at my door with forms at the ready, and clearly exhibited ease and experience around my two inquisitive cats (Sigfrey and Sampson). Friendly and professional -- off to a good start. Right after the consultation when I gave my approval, Nadia got a head-start on making my account on PBF's website, filling in my pet profiles with all the notes I gave her. The website is super convenient in that you can make all your appointments and payments online, and check the status of each one. No more playing phone tag, or scribbling on your calendar, or writing checks! (It's nice to know PBF is ahead of the Stone Age.) Also, you can check the profiles and experience background of PBF's staff, all of whom have experience in animal care. (So rest assured, they're not appointing some kid who only has "I love animals!" on his/her resume.) Amy (whose primary job is working for a vet) was assigned to be interim mom for Sigfrey and Sampson, who are basically like dogs in cat fur and think that anyone who gives them treats is their Most Beloved Owner. But it was still reassuring to know that all three got along splendidly. Amy leaves very thorough progress reports (how long she stayed, what chores she did, comments on the cats' well-being, etc.), and responds immediately to any questions I text message to her. After the second appointment, I felt comfortable enough to leave my spare keys with her. In summary: Convenience? Check. Professionalism? Check. Cost competitive? Check. Cats happy and no longer ridden with separation anxiety? Check and check! read more

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This is an update to my prior March review. Pooch's Best Friend took care of my three cats while we were out of the country for two weeks in June. While I was away I received pictures of their playtime antics and updates visa email. I could not have asked for more peace of mind. When I arrived home I found a stack of daily reports checking off all items that had been done during their visit. An update: My dog passed away unexpectedly, before our trip, from unknown causes. Pooch's Best Friend supported me during that time with pics and uplifting emails; it doesn't get any better than that. I will never use any other pet sitting service. read more

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I am writing a review after 10 years of amazing service for my dog Piper. I loved seeing her get so excited when the walkers showed up, they were all friendly, left nice messages, and took great pictures. And if I was home when a walk was over I could see how happy and excited Piper was and she often got the zoomies. I felt like she was in good care and the walkers were attentive to my PBF website notes, especially around coyotes and where to walk in different times of day. I recently moved and had to say good-bye but when I am back in one year I will be booking with PBF again! Thank you so much and Piper and I will miss you all! read more

PBF has set the gold standard among pet sitters. They are responsive, smart and caring. They are the best!

Pooch's Best Friend has been wonderful to work with and have been using them for about 6 years. Very reliable and trustworthy. Completely comfortable knowing my pups are in good care. My dogs are over the top happy to see them every time. Nadia the owner is the best and I highly recommend their services!!! read more

Nadia and her team were amazing! I was super impressed after first meeting with Nadia and her review of the services provided. I found the online portal experience amazing and was super impressed by how much thought and care was put into developing the service. Then when we started to get updates from the caretakers I was really impressed with how detailed the daily reports were, they even let us know when one of our cats started to get diarrhea and kept an eye on that situation with their daily updates. They also went above and beyond to make sure the tracked litter and the litter boxes were cleaned. I would highly recommend Pooch's Best Friend to anyone who is looking for a petsitter. I don't like to board my cats in kennels because it's a foreign and scary place for them, but knowing I can leave them at home and they'll be well taken care of allows me to enjoy my trip know my furry babies are fine. I can't say enough about Pooch's Best Friend and the excellent service they provide! read more

Recently my family and I went on a trip to Barcelona. I was thinking about not going because I don't trust anyone with my dog. I love her to death! Nadia came over for a consultation, and she was SO sweet and understanding. We did a test walk with my dog and I mentioned the concerns I had. She listened intently and provided great advice, right down to the type of leash I should buy my dog. During the trip, I will admit that I was nervous. To my relief, every dog walker left a message and photos under my account portal- which came straight to my email and I could check it every time I went back to the hotel. This calmed all my fears. I deeply appreciate the professionalism, kindness, and peace of mind this service offers. 10/10, hit it right out of the park! read more

I live in NPB and have been a client of PBF for over 4 years. PBF is simply the best dog walking service I've used in this area. Nadia, the owner, and her staff are all very personable and easy to deal with. I especially love the follow up email PBF sends out post walk with a little message on how the walk went plus pictures. I would not be able to travel overnight or leave my house for an extended time period without PBF' services and the tlc they provide my pet. read more

I have a 2-year-old female cat who receives pet care services from Pooch's Best Friend when I am out-of-town or away on vacation. As a rescue cat (with a history of abandonment and neglect), she is very timid and easily startled by strangers who come to my home. She does not like noise or sudden movements; and hides under a bed when she is feeling anxious or afraid. The owner of Pooch's Best Friend ("Nadia") will meet you (and your pet) at your home to obtain information about the needs of your pet (such as food, health information, feeding, dietary needs, etc.). Nadia is very thorough, considerate, and professional. She is a true pet lover. Thereafter, it is easy to make pet care appointments with Pooch's Best Friend in advance, using a computerized on-line reservation system (which also allows for convenient payment, via a credit card). A few months ago, I was on a 2-week vacation and relied on Pooch's Best Friend to provide my beloved cat with fresh food, fresh drinking water, fresh cat litter, plenty of affection, playtime, and hands-on love, kindness and care. While I was away, my cat received twice-daily care from her two responsible pet care providers. Plus, the pet care providers sent me email updates and photographs showing my cat at home - so that I could enjoy my vacation, without being worried about my cat while I was away. I was VERY happy with Pooch's Best Friend and so was my cat! Thank you! read more

Since discovering Pooch's Best Friends (via polling friends and an extensive Yelp search), we've hired Pooch's for 25 petsitting sessions for our cat over the past 1.5 years (we just counted). We cannot say enough about how much we value Nadia and her team's services. It tears our heart apart a little every time we have to leave our furbaby when work or family requires us to travel. However, the Pooch's team does such a spectacular job every single time - they meticulously read and follow our instructions, share thorough updates on our cat and the house (along with photos) after each visit, contact us promptly when there are any questions/issues, and are readily accessible when we have questions/issues while away. The processes Nadia has set up are also incredibly well-throughout, beginning from the intro orientation meeting. As cat-parents who have met a number of people who say they "love animals but dislike/are afraid of cats," it's reassuring to know that the petsitters are all genuine animal-people. From the photos and petsitter descriptions, we can tell our kitty is safe and loved on. We are, admittedly, anxious parents who will never feel great about leaving our furbaby. However, we are thankful and reassured to know that Pooch's is here to take good care of our baby when we need to travel. read more

Pooch's best friend is an absolute godsend! It's hard finding someone who you can trust to take care of your furry babies. My animals are my everything so I always get hesitant when it comes to leaving town for a couple of days. I've tried boarding them in hotels in the past but my dog Bosley has separation anxiety and is shy and is afraid of cages so he always looks so deathly afraid when I drop him off at the hotel. I know they're doing a good job watching him but just me leaving him their gives him intense anxiety and I hate doing that to him. So here comes Nadia to the rescue. Nadia does a great job on consulting with you first and getting to know your critter before booking services. Now, instead of me leaving my animals somewhere else, he gets to stay comfortably at home while someone comes to play with him, take him on his walks, and feeds them. The thing that sold me on PBF is that they CONSTANTLY give feedback on how your animals are doing while you're away. Not only do they have little progress reports giving full detail of what they did that day but they'll text you frequently on the status of your animals. PBF definitely has helped me not only with vacation trips but busy days where I can't come home and walk Bosley. They're definitely a great reliable dog walking service for your animals! read more

I have been using Pooch's Best Friend for my pets for several years. I have nothing but great things to say about the people who run this service and the excellent job they perform! The website is well-designed and easy to navigate; all the important information is kept there in a dynamic fashion. Every day that we have somebody minding our pets, we receive a comprehensive report, usually with photos. They take care of all the details. Highly recommended. read more

AMAZING AMAZING 5 STAR BUSINESS!! We've always had a hard time leaving our furbaby somewhere. Kennels were ok when he was a puppy and we didn't want to leave him for an extended period at home by himself. But recently, the boarding facility we had used has gone grossly downhill. Customer Service was atrocious (I really should update my review). And I started to find those facilities to have too many pups in one place and I can't say my baby benefited from that environment. Needless to say, I was on the hunt this time for At Home Care instead where he would get the individual attention he deserved. Plus home is where the comfort is. Nadia is what business owners SHOULD BE LIKE. Super thorough (probably more thorough than expected but that's because I move a million miles a minute - the rest of the general public will truly appreciate it), prompt, attentive, asking all the right questions and answering any ?'s with clarity. And they have an amazing online system that you can just place an order for service, add notes, set up payment, etc! Easy peasy, pain free stuff! Alexa who took care of our baby did an amazing job. And she kindly left an after note to let us know how he had done. We unfortunately missed the chance to meet with her but I wasn't really concerned after meeting Nadia. Pricing for their services - awesome price point! They state what they will do but they actually offer to do more than what you see printed. Underpromise, Overdeliver. I am super impressed and we can't wait to use them again!! I've always passed on their info to 2 really good friends because they want to leave their babies with the BEST too! Thank you Pooch's Best Friend! You're ours too!! XOXO' P.S. Yelpers, you did me right again :) read more

Peace of mind that your little pups are safe and sound while you're out traveling the world is really hard to find, and I am ever so thankful for Pooch's Best Friend for providing that. We recently returned home from a two week vacation in Ecuador where cell service was a bit spotty. Nadia, Jen, and Lindsay tag teamed our overnight and daily visits during the two weeks and didn't miss a beat. I received photos, texts and emails updating me, and I have to say it made our getaway all the more enjoyable to know the pups were happy and safe back at home. The service is very well run by Nadia, and you can tell that all of the sitters really love animals and want to make sure they're cared for like they're their own. I have nothing but trust and respect for this service and we will continue to use them for all our pet sitting needs. I have to mention that we came home to not only a super clean house, but also a little food gift and card left for us. Talk about a special touch! Thanks Pooch's Best Friend! I highly recommend to anyone needing extraordinary pet care. read more

If you are in the OC area I would give this company a call! Nadia is really flexible and can arrange things on a quick note! Very professional and is run very well. After using other dog walking companies in the area I would say PBF is the best one thus far! read more

I work from home most days, but on the days when I am gone, I needed someone to come in to give my pups a potty break. Am thrilled to have found Nadia and Pooches Best Friend. They are so well organized and make it so easy to work with them. They don't require a minimum amount of visits per month and their prices are reasonable. They use the same person to take care of the pets each week, unless they are ill or on vacation, and then an alternate helps out. So there is consistency with the person. Amy, my pet care person, is fabulous. She came out and did an introduction with me and the dogs, took copious notes and leaves me report cards after each visit, as well as texts me to let me know she has been there. There is an on-line booking system that is easy to book, or cancel. They run a solid organization and other businesses can learn a lot from them! read more

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Nadia and Lindsay were very nice. I've never had a pet sitting service before but from now on, we'll be repeat clients. From the initial contact for inquiry to consultation and meeting our sitter was easy and quick. Everything was smooth and Nadia and Lindsay were more than accommodating. I love the fact that our girls (2 shih tzu) were able to stay in their home and had been under care of wonderful person who fed, walked, and updated me about how they were doing each time she was visiting (3 days). I called Nadia pretty late (2 days before my trip) but was able to book the service. Glad I found good people. My trip was even more enjoyable thanks to their wonderful service. Thank you again Nadia and Lindsay!! read more

Well, we never get to leave town for any amount of time because we have pets that need to be taken care of. This past Christmas we had the chance to go to Costa Rica for 2 weeks. The most troubling part of the trip was finding someone good to watch the pets. Within 30 seconds of Nadia and Savannah walking into my door, I was already ready to leave my pets with them. Not only did they schedule the prep visit same day, but they also came an extra visit on our return date because we needed a special request. I can't wait for our next vacation because I know our dogs and cat will be in good hands. Thanks so much Nadia and Savannah! read more

I recently contracted Pooch's Best Friend to come in and walk/feed my fur babies while we were out of town (we had someone else staying in the house, but she was working weird hours). We met with Nadia (the owner) and Jen (the one who would actually be doing the work) at our house to get to know the pups and go over any instructions. It was great to put faces to names before leaving my babies and opening up my house to a stranger. Jen was reliable and took great care of my babies. She sent daily texts and photos, which was much appreciated! Everything went smoothly and I know my pups loved her. I wouldn't hesitate to use this service again (and already have plans to!). Another great thing about PBF is you can schedule everything online. It's so convenient! Great service all around. read more

Very happy with Nadia's professionalism and casualness at the same time. Alicia has been our walker a number of times and always was fantastic. read more

We first used Nadia's service when a groupon-type deal was offered last year. We love our dog, Buddy, and wanted to meet the people involved before we would use their services. Nadia and her partner came over, we got to know them, we gave them all of the information about Buddy and his likes, his routine, and how we do everything. Not only did they understand, they took careful notes on everything. We have used the a number of times since, and every time, they took great care of Buddy and he was very content and relaxed when we came home. Every time they come, they leave a "report card" describing everything that was done, how Buddy did (how much he ate, how many times he pooped, etc.). Nadia is always warm, friendly, and genuinely loves her job. She is very easy to reach by phone, and if I have to leave a message, the call is returned promptly. We feel very lucky to have found this wonderful business and will continue to use them any time we need a dog walker or dogsitter. Thanks, Nadia and friends, for the great service! read more

Pooch's Best Friend is absolutely the best dog sitting company in OC. The owner Nadia is super friendly and down to earth. She's also extremely responsive and professional. Nadia was able to accommodate my schedule when I unexpectedly had to go to out of town, and I didn't have anyone to take care of my dog. She's licensed, insured, and legit. Nadia genuinely cares about the best interest of your pet's well being and is extremely trustworthy. I highly recommend Pooch's Best Friend! read more

I am so glad that I found out about pooches BF through my friends. Nadia was very sweet and also very honest and helpful. she spoke to me on the phone and answered all my questions. Then met my husband and my dog at our apparent. it was the very first time that we were going to leave our dog home for two nights. Nadia spent a bit more time with our dog the first night - more time than we paid for - knowing that it is her first night alone. They have a bed night tuck in that is perfect. I love that they take pictures of our dog when they visit and txt us every time they come over. we love this company and will for sure recommend them . read more

We have never had a pet sitter before but when we went out of town and our friend wasn't available, we started looking for a place with great reviews. We read the yelp reviews for PBF but our review of 5 stars is based on our own experience recently. Kyla stopped by everyday to check on our cat Mina. She did a fantastic job, communicated daily with us and really gave us amazing piece of mind that allowed us to know our family member was in great hands while we were gone. Not only would I recommend PBF, I would recommend Kyla as she was fantastic! Nadia and Kyla came for a free consultation and met Mina and after that initial experience, we knew we had made the right choice for a pet sitter. Their website makes it easy to pay, arrange for future visits and take care of business. Great website! read more

Finding someone trustworthy to watch your pets is quite the task. Not only are you putting the welfare of your pets in someone else's hands, but you're trusting them with being alone in your house. So obviously, you don't want just anyone having 24/7 access to your place. That being said, I am happy to report that I will be using Pooch's Best Friend for all of my pet-sitting needs from here on out. Not only are they reasonably priced, but I whole-heartedly trust them. They take their job very seriously and make sure you feel comfortable every step of the way. PBF contacted us multiple times while we were away (with pictures) to let us know our cats were doing just fine. And when we got home, we found detailed daily reports waiting for us. Simply a great service to have around. I can't recommend them enough. read more

I have a 12 year old dog so I didn't feel comfortable boarding him. Have had horrible experiences in the past. I found Nadia on yelp. She came over to the house to meet me and my dog. She's so sweet and very observant and informative. She is also flexible to her customer's needs and requests. Kyla did a fantastic job taking care of my dog. She doesn't take long to reply to my texts and would text me if she had any questions or concerns. When I came back, the house seemed cleaner than when I left lol. I even asked her for advice and how she cleaned up some of the mess. I would definitely use this service again and would recommend them to my friends. Really friendly service and all the requests were followed exactly! Thank you Nadia and Kyla! read more

My 2 four legged friends love Nadia and her team. My husband & I travel a lot for work and have used Pooch's Best Friend a few times so far. The best part is the daily updates that they send, such a relief when you are away from your pets. All the way 5 star! read more

I needed a sitter on short notice for and it was as if there was a light shining from above when I found Pooch's Best Friend. Nadia was very responsive and eased my anxiety of finding a legit pet sitter who was available. I met Nadia and Danielle (our sitter) for a consultation and they were both so pleasant. My cat, Kit Kat, usually hides when strangers are at our place, but Danielle has this magical aura or something because Kit Kat came out and sat with us and let Danielle pet him. The whole process was very professional and made me feel like we were in good hands. The pricing is also affordable! We got updates throughout Danielle's check-ins with Kit Kat and showed us how comfortable my cat was with her. I will definitely return as a customer if I ever need a sitter in the future! read more

Thank you, Nadia and Jen, for your excellent service and passion for our fur-kids. I highly recommend Pooch's Best Friend to anyone who is faced with the predicament of wanting to let their pets stay home but not wanting to inconvenience friends and family. I found PBF on Yelp and contacted them to talk about petsitting for an upcoming vacation. Nadia was super quick to respond, very efficient and thorough. Nadia and Jen (who would be the one taking care of the kitties) came over for a consultation visit. They asked tons of questions that indicated to me that they were well experienced in their field. The kitties warmed up to them immediately. I knew this would work. We kept in regular communication and we left on vacation trusting that my two cats would be cared for. During our vacation, Jen sent us emails a few times with pictures of the kitties. It is SOOOOOO nice that they do this, because it totally makes you feel at ease and relaxed. Also, Jen left daily progress reports for us so we knew when she visited and what went on (nothing much with my two lazy cats!). When we got home, everyone was exactly as we left it... cats sprawled out on carpet, happy and fat. Thanks, Jen and Nadia!!! read more

Pooch's Best Friend was a life saver for my husband and I. We have two Boxers and we needed someone who could handle large energetic dogs. Our pups hate going to the kennel so we thought we'd try Pooch's Best Friend. I was nervous at first to have someone new come to watch our dogs but we were very impressed with the way that Nadia interacted with the dogs and we could tell that they felt comfortable with her. We were also impressed by the prices and services offered. They even watered my plants! While we were away, they also sent us picture texts of our happy pups. Upon our return, our dogs were happy and content- unlike when we pick them up from the kennel. We could tell that they had been exercised and loved-on well. We will definitely use this service again in the future! read more

Look no further.. Pooch's Best Friend is GREAT! The owners Nadia and Mariela are very good at what they do! They are both huge animal lovers and you can tell that the feelings are mutual! I know when Khloe (my lab) is with them, she is in good hands.. and that's important.. I've also known Nadia for years and she has gone above and beyond to help animals.. she recently hosted a fundraiser which introduced a couple families to their new best friend.. she has a big heart and truley cares for the well being of animals.. so give Pooch's best friend a try- you won't regret it! read more

I hired PBF to taxi a cat from my home to the owner. I had a good consult with Nadia and we were set for the next day. Jennifer came over earlier than her shift began to accommodate me. Unfortunately, when I tried to get the cat into her carrier she went ballistic! Jennifer came up to try to help me catch her, but we couldn't. Jennifer stayed in contact with me through the morning to see if I was able to get the cat, but it never happened. Regardless, I appreciate so much the extra effort made to assist me and they are super nice people. I would definitely use them again in the future. read more