Love Animal Rescue Recon. We adopted an American Bully from them and it's been wonderful working…read morewith them. With so many great dogs and cats crowding the local shelters, it's nice knowing there's non profits like ARR that are helping solve the problem and uniting wonderful animals with their forever home. We worked with Barbie adopting our American Bully Toby. He has been a wonderful addition to our family and it was a delight working with Barbie. I hope more people think about adopting their next dog or cat from rescues like these because there are so many animals that need our help. Lastly, the next time you want to add a furry buddy to your family think about an American Bully (aka Pitbull). They're by far the best family dogs you could ever ask for. They're smart, great with kids and other animals, and easy to train.

We couldn't be more thankful for Animal Rescue Recon and our foster mom Barbie! We have always been…read morepassionate about adopting. In November, 2021, we decided to add another fur baby to our family. We already had two senior rescues but we noticed how fast they were aging. One faster than the other, and we didn't want the younger one to be left alone when we lose the older one. We adopted Leo, an energetic poodle, chihuahua mix and he has brought us immeasurable joy! Barbie genuinely cares about her fosters! She vets adopters very thoroughly! We had a meet and greet in a park to allow all of us to be comfortable with the match. We really appreciate that because we know that when Barbie gives a family the thumbs up, she knows that rescue will be going to a loving, forever home! Leo is the sweetest puppy and all he wants to do is play. That has been challenging for us because our senior dogs don't want to play with a puppy who can be a little too strong and a little too rough for aging dogs. We spend hours a day, playing with Leo, taking him on walks and throwing a ball but it just never feels like enough. He goes to doggie day care once a week to play with other younger dogs and is so happy there. That's when we decided that Leo needs a playmate, a younger pack member who can match his energy. We reached out to Barbie and she matched us with our newest family member, Love, a Chihuhua, Shihtzu mix. Barbie assured us that she wants to play and is fearless! We worried that Leo might be too rough for her tiny size, but let me tell you, she is small but mighty! If he gets a little too rough, she tells him off and remarkably, he listens! He is a lot more gentle on Love than he has ever been with his other fur siblings or us! Since adding Love to our pack, we notice the older dogs hanging around us again, when before Love, they spent a lot of time away from wherever we were with Leo. They watch with amusement as Leo and Love play all day. Sometimes one will jump in and play for a minute and then continue to let them wear eachother out. Animal Rescue Recon is an organization that changes lives! They bring endless joy into the lives of so many! I made sure to change my Amazon smile donations to Animal Rescue Recon of Oakley so they can benefit in the tiniest way, that will never be equal to the way they've filled our hearts! Thank you so much!

Great place to come to wash your pet. $18 per token for 24 mins or buy 3 get one token free. Easy…read moreto take our dog a bath. They provide an apron, clean towels and a few treats. I always bring my own shampoo though because sometimes the shampoo they provide hardly comes out. So I suggest to bring your own. The employees are always helpful. I see them clean the bath tub right each pet for the next pet.

This place is fantastic, especially if you are looking for something specific that may not be easy…read moreto locate (pet food with no gluten, human grade pet food, etc.). My family has been to this location as well as the one in Clayton, CA and both of them are great. The staff is always very friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. They make it a pleasant experience to shop there. The only potential downside would be that it is pricey. If you are looking for cheap pet food this is not the place. It's been worth the money for us, as we can tell how healthy and happy our dog is with the quality treats and food he gets. Also, our dog is training to be a service animal, so there are certain items we need that can be very hard to find. Pet Food Express is the place to go.

About a month ago, I went to Joybound People & Pets to adopt a kitten, and I had such a wonderful…read moreexperience. Everyone was so kind, welcoming, and helpful throughout the whole process. I was looking for a baby kitten, and thankfully I found exactly the little cat I was hoping for. The adoption process was easy and smooth, and you can really tell how much the staff cares about the animals. The cats are very well treated, and the conditions they are kept in are excellent. Everything was clean, organized, and the animals looked healthy, happy, and loved. Thank you to everyone at Joybound People & Pets for all the care and dedication you give to these animals. I truly recommend this adoption center!

My best friend lost her mom to cancer a few weeks ago. My friend lives out of state- so I have been…read moreassisting her locally. Her mom adopted the sweetest chihuahua from Arf back in 2021, the fur baby went blind about a year ago. So we were really concerned about how she would settle in a new environment, and we're trying to rehome the dog I went to Joybound a few weeks ago to ask if there was any chance they take back their animals in these circumstances. The woman at the welcome desk was so helpful explaining yes they do. She walked me thru the process to fill out the forms online They got back to my friend promptly to setup an appointment for a behavior assessment and vet evaluation. We had our appointment yesterday at 2. We arrived a half hour early so we wouldn't be rushed , and to help Lily stay as calm as possible. Everyone we encountered was delightful and so kind. No judgements- Lily came alive with tail wags and enthusiasm to be back at such a supportive rescue group. She was just basking in the attention and love. She passed her behavior test with flying colors. We were told she most likely will be going to a foster home first for a few weeks before she's available for adoption. We were told we can follow her online with her name, and see when she becomes available and she won't be on the website anymore once she finds her next loving home. Thank you Joybound for standing behind your animals and supporting families We also did not have to pay a surrender fee. We were encouraged to take our time and enjoy complementary coffee or tea, also offered a box of tissues We were already pulling out of the parking lot before our scheduled appointment time Can't think you enough for your kindness all around this hard experience

Dr. Jenelle Pinon has been caring for my baby boy, Bubba, for the last couple of months, and I'm so…read moregrateful for her care and support. When Bubba was recently diagnosed with diabetes, I felt overwhelmed and unsure of what to expect. Dr. Pinon took the time to explain everything clearly and gave me treatment options, including insulin or medication, so I could make the best decision for Bubba. I really appreciated that she respected my choice and helped me feel confident moving forward with the medication route. She has been patient, compassionate, and thorough every step of the way. She answers questions without making me feel rushed and genuinely cares about both her patients and their owners. Managing a new diagnosis can be stressful, but her guidance has made it feel much more manageable. I truly appreciate the care Bubba has received and feel lucky to have Dr. Pinon helping us through this journey.

A routine dental cleaning for my two dogs turned into a traumatic, expensive nightmare due to sheer…read moreincompetence and a disgusting lack of transparency. They "only" charged $3400 for the cleanings, and failed to ask us if we are OK for them to remove all teeth from what used to be one of our dog's cute overbite. We also had to pay another $1500 for a follow-up emergency visit because they injured the other dog (and failed to tell us about it). Doctor must have a twisted sense of reality, because they told me the dogs did "fantastic" when I was called after the procedure. Dog 1: Permanent Disfigurement without Consent They extracted all six lower incisors from one of my dogs without a single phone call to discuss the necessity or get my consent. They effectively destroyed his signature look and "overbite" forever. We dropped off our cute dog and picked up a "small beast" with only two visible lower canines, all because they couldn't be bothered to pick up the phone. And I will be requesting the x-rays and get a second opinion in the necessity of the extractions, because the other incident described below shattered my confidence in their competence. Dog 2: Injury and Cover-Up While my other dog was under anesthesia, the staff managed to lacerate both of his ears while trimming his face. Let that sink in: they cut a dog that was chemically immobilized and not moving. Even worse, the doctor called me afterward and emphatically stated both dogs did "fantastic," choosing to deliberately hide the injuries. They didn't mention a word of it during the face-to-face pickup, either. Dog 2: Late night emergency follow-up visit We only discovered the injured ears after getting home. When we called, they downplayed the cuts as "no big deal" and admitted they had used skin glue to fix one cut. They didn't even provide an e-collar. A few hours later, my dog was bleeding profusely--blood was literally pooling on the floor. We had to rush him to an emergency vet where we discovered the cuts were so deep they required actual sutures. Because of this clinic's "minor" mistake, my small dog had to be put under anesthesia twice in less than 12 hours. And we had to foot a $1500 emergency bill, after an incident that traumatized our family.

We cannot say enough wonderful things about Darby Park Doodles and Malinda. We have adopted three…read moredoodles from her over the years, and each one has been absolutely amazing. Our first adoption was 14.5 years ago; and from the very beginning it was clear that Malinda takes her breeding program and the care of her dogs very seriously. All three of our dogs have been patient, loving, intelligent, easy to train, fun and full of personality. They are incredibly loyal and truly became beloved members of our family. Two of our dogs were even trained as therapy dogs, and they have done a wonderful job in that role. One of them graduated at the top of her class, which speaks to the temperament and intelligence of the dogs Malinda raises. Malinda clearly has very high standards for her breeding program, her litters, and her guardian homes, and it shows in the quality, health, and temperament of the puppies she produces. We absolutely adore our dogs, and because of our consistently positive experiences, Darby Park Doodles is always our first choice when we think about welcoming another dog into our home. If you are looking for a loving, well-bred doodle with a wonderful temperament, we highly recommend Malinda and Darby Park Doodles.

I cannot recommend Darby Park Doodles and Malinda highly enough! They breed truly beautiful…read moremulti-generational Labradoodles. My family has a long history with them -- my mom's previous dog, Lexie, also came from Malinda and lived a wonderful 15 years. When I was looking for a dog during the heart of Covid, I knew exactly who to reach out to, which is how I got my gorgeous girl, Sunnie, who is now 5. Sunnie is everything you could possibly want in a companion. She is truly super-human: incredibly smart, was so easy to train, and is incredibly loving and intuitive. What I love most is that she is the perfect size. At 17 pounds, she travels with me everywhere seamlessly -- from New York to Sedona to Big Sur. She truly has changed my life, bringing a joy to our home that words simply cannot capture. Living down in Southern California, coordinating everything with Malinda was exceptionally easy and seamless. I never hesitate to recommend Darby Park Doodles to anyone looking for a dog. If you are looking for a beautiful, wonderful, intuitive, and loving companion that fits perfectly into an active lifestyle, look no further!

I have to admit Something!!!…read more I Love Dawgs !!! I think the Oakland SPCA does a Great job of Caring for Animals especially Dawgs !!! Every time I Visit the Dawgs they Seem Very Clean , Healthy and Happy!!!! Lately I been visiting more often!! My Sister is a Big time Dawg Person!!! She lost her Puppy to Old Age 3 Months ago!! She called me up recently and said she was coming to get me!!! We rolled to the SPCA !!! She had seen a Litter of French Bullies /Chihuahua Puppies on their Website!!! We got there before they Opened!! We were the first ones in !!! We visited the Puppies and a Merle Puppy chose my Sister and I !!! So we went to the Puppy Playroom With the Merle and had a Ball with her . The Puppy was so Cute she licked my face then fell asleep in my arms!! My Sister adopted her and named her Killua !!! This is a Baller On A Budget Approved Establishment!!! I Keep My Pimp Hand Strong!!! Number 34 of the Top 50 most Prolific Yelp Elites of 2025!!!!

Super impressed with the vet clinic at the EAST BAY SPCA. Last week saw a Great doctor/dentist who…read moregave thorough explanation of her diagnosis. Vet tech also great at keeping me informed as to progress, details, and expedited blood test, too. Today, i Just dropped off fec. sample to reception and Marina not only expedited, but remembered my name and my cat Onyx's name, too!! Sheesh, I can't remember what I had for breakfast! And she must see dozens of people per day. She also explained exactly when test results come back, costs for services VERY CLEARLY all while managing batch of others in waiting area. Altogether a very well-run clinic with top notch professionals in all departments.

They take really good care of my dog Kane. I can always rest assure that when I travel my dog is in…read moregreat hands & they're really close to my home.

My dog boarded with Brentwood for 6 days while I was away out of the country - it was his first…read morestay with the resort and he immediately felt comfortable. The front staff was super welcoming and assured me that my fur child was doing well, as I called throughout my trip to check in on him. I would highly recommend Brentwood and will be using them as my home Pet Resort from now on.

Dr. Lorie has been around forever! We have been going to her for over two decades. I recently tried…read moreanother Vet office (Ojala family pet care) because a neighbor mentioned I should try it out, and it was personally not a good experience at all. Now I know not to fix something that isnt broken. Dr Lorie has always been thorough, and friendly with not just us as the pet parents, but with the many animals we have taken to her.

I took my dog in for his annual checkup, and they were so sweet. They walked me through what they…read morewere doing when I asked. The tech, I think her name was Megan, was great and Dr. Lori seemed very knowledgeable. Would go there again.

After our sweet dog passed away, it took me a while to be open to having another pet. When I was…read morefinally ready, I decided it was best for my heart to get a cat instead of another dog. And I didn't want just any cat - I wanted a cat that felt as right as my sweet Abby Cadabby did. Following a year of searching I finally found her with Cindy and Bay Area Savannah Cats. Our sweet Babou is not just the cat of my dreams, but also the long searched for missing piece for our family. And Cindy made this possible from start to finish. When I found her on Yelp and proceeded to cold text her about the possibility of adopting an older cat (since I knew we could only have one so an older, already socialized cat would be best) she answered quickly and to my surprise had several cats for adoption despite the fact that Savannah cats are quite expensive. She was extremely responsive, and open and honest about her dedication to making sure she found the perfect home for the cats that she clearly loved and treated impeccably. Her excellent knowledge of Savannah cats in general as well as her own unique cats helped greatly to guide me to the cat that would best suit our unique family (which includes young energetic children). After the decision she was made, she continued to be extremely thorough and responsive during the adoption process (which occurred mainly via text and email), including providing me with many requested photos, answering my many many questions, arranging a meeting with me and my kids, and getting our Babou spayed and updating her vaccinations. She kept me informed every step of the way - and what really stood out to me was the fact that it was very clear through the entire process that Cindy wasn't just conducting a business arrangement - she was very clearly ensuring that a cat that she loved deeply was being sent to a home that would love and treat her as well as Cindy did. The gorgeous Savannahs Cindy raises are extremely well loved and cared for - and the proof is in the exceptional quality of her cats. Babou truly is an exceptional cat - not only is she GORGEOUS, but she is in great health and adjusted to our home quickly and has already proven to be a beloved member of our family. I highly recommend Cindy and her Savannah Cats for anyone looking for an amazing cat to add to their family!!!!

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My. Dog. Loves. Bobbi…read more We've been using Pawsitive Pets for doggy daycare and boarding for the past several years up until last year when the business moved out of the Hayward area. We continue to use Pawsitive Pets for boarding when my husband and I go out of town for business or vacation. This is a home business, not a huge facility. There are benefits to both large and small daycare facilities. I rotate my Nala between both and that works well for her. The environment Bobbi provides at Pawsitive Pets is similar to what my dog gets at home - a comfy and calm space to relax, quiet time, a yard, walks, cuddles, one on one time with one of her favorite people in the world. And also reinforcement of good home behavior, like don't eat off the kitchen table, don't bark nonstop for hours on end, don't jump on the kitchen counter, don't crap on the carpet, etc. Plus there are a small number of other dogs for Nala to play with. It used to hurt my feelings when Nala would joyously drag me to the door at daycare drop off. Once I'd hand off the leash to Bobbi, my precious baby puppy dog that I love so much would happily walk away and leave me behind without a second look. Back then, I felt that leaving her in good safe hands with Bobbi was worth that sting. It's the same with boarding drop offs now. Despite how many months have passed, Nala still remembers Bobbi, still joyously drags me along for the ride to greet her, still has the same energetic happy wiggle butt. Nala greets her good friend with the same enthusiasm, excitement, and trust as before, but now there is no sting. I leave my precious baby puppy dog feeling very appreciative of Bobbi and knowing my Nala will be happy, safe and cared for while I'm away.

I give this business the worst rating you could possibly give,did everything this lady asked for…read morefar enough in advance,told her about our dogs,but she contacts me two days in says everything is good.Even as far as to say one dog was a sweetie,then day before I come home tells me,one dog bit her twice?....and get this our sweet little girl had jus been spayed,cone was suppose to be on 14 days,but she says she notify her vet? And they say to take it off? Who does this?Now looks like stitch area is infectedand get this? Because one dog peed on her rug,and tells me day I'm coming home she is charging me 35.00? More....serious bullshitDon't waste your time,she is in it for the money.