Quality Time has been reliably taking care of our dogs for many, many years. We use Quality Time…read moreboth for mid day walks and to look after our pups in our home when we go on vacation. We love them!

We used Quality Time for approximately 10 years, but our August 2026 experience ended that…read morerelationship. We booked expecting our longtime sitter, Dan. We were not told he would not handle the booking until we were already within the cancellation window. We then arranged a last-minute meet-and-greet, which we were charged for, with another sitter who said she could cover our visits. On the first day, the owner moved our scheduled visit based on her interpretation of our flight information without confirming the change with us. When no one had arrived by 12:30 p.m., our dog had been alone for approximately seven hours, and I had to ask a friend to rush to our house. Only after we had left town did the owner explain that visit times were not guaranteed and that multiple sitters would rotate through our home. Over the trip, at least four sitters provided care, one morning visit was approximately an hour late, a medication dose was missed because instructions had not been communicated properly, and one sitter could not enter because the team had failed to exchange our keys. We had to provide emergency access instructions during our vacation. The individual sitters generally seemed kind and attentive. Our complaint is with the company's management, coordination, communication, and billing practices. We get mistakes happen. What made this unacceptable was the owner's consistently defensive response and tendency to blame the customer or cite policies only after a problem occurred. Prospective customers should understand that Quality Time may rotate several sitters, does not guarantee requested visit times (it's apparently a 2-hour window around your scheduled time), charges numerous add-on fees, including medication by the individual pill and charges $25 for key return. We also received add-on invoices during our vacation and felt pressured to pay them promptly while the company was still responsible for our pets' care (I know there were some duplicate and erroneous charges). After 10 years as customers, we will not use Quality Time again and can no longer recommend the company.

I recently took my little darling Parmaranian, Winnie, to Crispy Paws. I was a little nervous…read morebecause she had never been boarded. However, after meeting with the owner, Chris, I was taken in by her welcoming attitude and caring personality. After chatting with her for a while, I felt my little doggie would be well cared for while I was away for 14 days.

From the owner: Crispy-Paws offers in-home boarding, doggy daycare, convenient pet taxi pick-up and drop-off, and…read morebathing services for dogs up to 40 pounds. Your pets are family to us, so we provide top-notch care and a loving environment for every furry friend. Chris, our owner and Pet CPR certified caregiver, ensures your dog receives personalized attention, daily playtime, and plenty of cuddles in a cozy home setting. Whether you need reliable daycare or a safe place for overnight stays, Crispy-Paws is your pet’s home away from home, giving you complete peace of mind whenever you’re away.

Higgins and Friends is a great pet sitting service. Linda, our main sitter, gives exemplary service…read moreevery time...she is so understanding, very patient with us as cat parents and loves our 3 kitties--- and they love her! Everyone at Higgins, who have watched our cats over the years, have been awesome.

Higgins and Friends is the best pet sitting service there is! Jill took care of us when we…read morecontacted her with a short turn around time. She was thoughtful and very knowledgeable. Our sitter, Jean, was amazing. She took wonderful care of two cats who had been through a lot changes in a short amount of time. She also helped with some things in the house and was fantastic all around. if you need a sitter you will not find a more caring and professional group of people.

Patrick is fantastic! Our little pup recently stayed a week and half with Patrick while we were…read moretraveling. We had an introductory interview with Patrick to ask questions and he explained how he cares for his puppies and the facilities he has to ensure they all have a great time. Patrick also offered our pup a complimentary overnight stay at the farm so that she can get acquainted and feel out the space! During our time away, Patrick sent many photos to show us how our pup was doing (always running and smiling). While we missed her terribly, the daily updates were really wonderful and I was rest assured to know that she was having fun while we were away. I also appreciate that Patrick can come pick up and drop off your puppy for a small fee, which makes traveling stress free! 10 stars to Pat!

From the owner: BYOD-DC Pet Sitting offers a "Home Away From Home" for your dog. My home and my professional life…read morehas been centered around pet sitting for almost 12 years now -- full-time. This is NOT a side-gig like temporary pet sitters -- this is my calling and a lifestyle for me to spend my life devoted to caring for dogs. We offer a truly unique boutique approach to pet sitting by offering the very best care and attention by pre-screening each and every dog with very strict Admissions Requirements. We do NOT accept just any dog -- we make certain that each dog has the right temperament, disposition and personality. Zero tolerance for alpha dogs or any aggression or excessive barking, digging or destructive behaviors. Your dog gets to be with the sweetest dogs in the WDC region. I have a 3000 square foot home, fully fenced-in 2-acre yard and access to over 200 acres of fields and hiking trails across the street. No cages are crates here -- your dog gets to be with me and have full use of my home and sleep wherever they choose. We supplement their meals with organic cooked ground turkey, shredded baby carrots, green beans, brown rice, pureed pumpkin, fat-free plain yogurt, salmon oil and flax seed oil. Your dog's health is my priority and their diet is a vital step toward ensuring that. BYOD-DC Pet Sitting is the very best possible situation for your dog's 'Home Away From Home.'

We recently moved to the Maryland area and decided to try Dogwood Acres for a four day boarding…read morestay for our dog while my husband and I traveled. Unfortunately, our experience raised serious concerns. When we picked our dog up around 12:30 in the afternoon, he immediately ran outside and urinated for several minutes straight, followed by urgently needing to relieve himself again for a bowel movement. As longtime dog owners, we know our dog's routine very well. He is walked every morning and evening, and if he has truly been taken on a "mile walk," he absolutely would have relieved himself during that time. Concerned, I went back inside and asked staff when he had last been taken out. I was told he had gone on a mile walk at 10:30 a.m. However, based on our dog's condition and behavior upon pickup, that explanation simply did not align with reality. What troubled me most was not just the possibility that our dog may not have been properly walked or given adequate bathroom breaks, but the feeling that we were not being told the truth. Any boarding facility caring for animals should prioritize honesty, transparency, and the wellbeing of pets in their care. I understand that boarding environments can be busy, and no facility is perfect. But leaving a dog visibly desperate to relieve itself after being picked up is unacceptable and heartbreaking for any pet owner to witness. I would strongly encourage other pet owners to ask detailed questions about potty break schedules, walks, supervision, and communication before boarding their pets here.

Warning!!! Do not trust Dogwood Acres with your pet. On 09/20/25, I dropped off three healthy dogs…read more On 09/22/25, I picked up two from the daycare, and one was fighting for his life in the emergency hospital. My dog required an emergency tracheostomy to survive due to their negligence, yet the facility continues to deny any wrongdoing. Their response has been nothing but denial, blame-shifting, and excuses. They claim it was "nobody's fault but the breeder," despite no such medical issue appearing in veterinary records or emergency reports. My dog now has a  hole in his throat and required a second surgery just to have a chance at quality of life. As an overnight facility, they should understand the fragile nature of brachycephalic dogs. If they cannot properly care for them, they should not accept these dogs at all. Their denial and misrepresentation show a dangerous lack of understanding and accountability. Dogwood Acres claims my dog was outside only "9 minutes" on a "68-degree, breezy day." If true, how did he collapse into a life-threatening brachycephalic crisis that cost me $17,000 to save his life? There are no cameras, no accountability, and no answers, only excuses. They clearly left my dogs out in the heat for too long with no proper care! This facility is reckless, unsafe, and untrustworthy. They nearly killed my dog. Avoid Dogwood Acres at all costs.

Lisa and her team have provided weekly pet care for my dog for almost 3 years. We are so grateful…read morefor their attention, care, professionalism, and thoroughness. We have never had concerns or issues with our dog in their care. I would recommend this business to all!

Updating my review. We have been with Maestro's Tail for over a year now and couldn't be happier!…read more Lisa continues to be very accommodating and provides a trusted service. Tameika has been my Tumble's walker and is a God-send. I cannot say enough about her kindness, caring, dedication, and stability. Tumble loves her! It is important to trust someone not only with my heart (aka Tumble) but also to enter your home and respect it as well. Thank you so very much Tameika and Lisa. You are angels. I highly recommend Maestro's Tail. You will be at ease with them.

Long story, but the owner, Kylie, rushed in and out each visit; did not stay the advertised tie on…read moreher website; placed filthy food cans in our recycling bin; and clearly showed very little interest in interacting with or getting to know our two cats - pretty important to bond and know animals so you can gauge if something is wrong when the owner is away. I don't think she ever played with them. I would not recommend her. .

Kylie is just awesome. My three dogs get so excited at the sight of her. They love her. She is…read moredependable, on time, handles the dogs with ease. Walks all three at one time. Her rates are reasonable. She also is very flexible. I use her twice a week and I need to change the days each week, she just adapts. We love her.

This was the worst experience I have ever had with dog boarding!…read moreI signed up for the VIP service to board my dog for a few days. My dog was returned to me with a huge bloody wound on the top of her head. Nobody contacted me to tell me what happened or when. My Vet was not contacted and looks like No medical attention was given!! I had to take her to the Vet and due to an infection of the wound she required a medical procedure, antibiotics, and paid medication. I will NEVER use or recommend The Pup Camp - stay away!

Sooo, I took my puppy in today (Saturday) to have a temperament test done. He was there four hours…read moreto see if he was a fit for the center. Prior to today, I gathered all of the details for today's visit. The young lady stated the temperament testing was free, (I learned this was not true once I got there and signed my pup up for the day). (FIRST NEGATIVE) Prior to leaving, I had my own water bowl and water for my pup. The young lady said, oh no, we provide water for your dog. ALL OF THE DOGS DRINK OUT OF THE SAME BOWL. (I knew I should have gotten my dog and left then but I didn't). (SECOND NEGATIVE) At the conclusion of the testing, they are suppose to provide a physical report card of how well your pup did. Fast forward to the pickup. When they brought my pup out, he did not look like how I dropped him off (I'm not complaining about this because he was playing with other dogs.) BUT, he smelled like the other dogs ganged up on him and dumped urine all over him. Ohhh goodness, he was a stinky mess. I did not inquire about this, which I should have. (THIRD NEGATIVE). When I asked for the report card, the young lady goes, "oh I'm sorry, he doesn't have one because there were a lot of dogs today." REALLY?!? But you took my money with no problem. (FOURTH NEGATIVE) The moral to this story, there are too many negatives for the initial consultation so I will pass.