What a wonderful service. We planned a last minute trip and needed someone to watch our cats for a…read moreweek. Monica & Happy Creatures came recommended from another pet sitting service who was unavailable. We got pictures and emails from her throughout the trip letting us know they were doing well. We'll definitely be using Monica again and would highly recommend.

We LOVE Monica and Pedro! Our dog thinks of them like a second family! We appreciate all they do,…read moretheir flexibility, and how attentive and knowledgeable they are.

I'm not sure if they've rebranded (a lot of the previous reviews call the stop 'Fish and Bone'),…read morebut a cute small pet shop with a vast array of offerings. We are not pet owners (yet!), but have been fostering cats over the last few months and Polkadog has been an easy stop for us each time we're in Newbury St to come in and grab some new toys and treats for the cats. Never super crowded, so it's easy to spend your time perusing and finding exactly what you need.

My wife and I are addicted to the Fish and Bone. Well mostly my wife. All our dog toys and treats…read morehave come from this specific location. Every time we walk down Newbury, we have to stop by and grab something for our pup. You would think that with all the luxury stores and restaurants nearby that we would spend money there. But no, pretty much all our money goes here for a dog. They have friendly staff and a wide selection of toys. Highly recommend!

All the staff are wonderful, but I need to give a special shout-out to Dr. Young. Dr. Young is…read morefantastic! She knows exactly how to handle our dog, who gets very scared at the vet. She is kind, knowledgeable and caring. So glad she joined the practice!

I came here to write a review about Dr. Wosco who is just amazing! He truly cares about your animal…read moreand is extremely thorough. My frenchie is 5 and no vet has ever spent as much time as Dr Wosco had- he looked deep down in his ears (didn't give up when my dog got grumpy) to see how his chronic ear infections are doing. Normally, we'd get the medication and be on our way. But Dr Wosco even cleaned his ears afterwards and offered solutions to help get rid of the infections for good. We came up with a plan together and he was honest and communicative the whole process. I felt that my dog was in the best hands instead of feeling that "ear infections are just a part of being a Frenchie". He is a special vet.

This pet store is so conveniently located on Charles Street that we had to bring our dog every…read moreweek! He loves the huge pet toy section and the free rubs from the front desk folks. For a few months, we even brought him in for his groomings! The store is everything a pet could want during a nice stroll through the neighborhood!

Popped in while shopping in Beacon Hill. The items are really cute, but slightly over priced. We…read moredid still purchase a few treats and some CBD products for our furry friends.

Highly recommend Terri at City Paws Cat Sitting!…read more We've been using Terri regularly for the past year whenever we travel, and she has been absolutely wonderful. She is reliable, prompt, organized, and truly loves cats. One of my favorite things is that she sends daily updates and photos, which gives us so much peace of mind while we're away. It's clear that she genuinely cares about the cats she looks after and treats them like her own. Knowing our cats are happy, safe, and well cared for makes traveling so much less stressful. If you're looking for a trustworthy and attentive cat sitter, I highly recommend Terri and City Paws Cat Sitting!

I cannot recommend Terri highly enough. From the very first meeting, it was clear that she has a…read moredeep compassion for animals, especially those with unique needs. My cat was extremely anxious around new people, but Terri approached her with such patience and understanding that, over time, they became genuine friends -- something I never thought possible. She has an incredible intuition when it comes to animals, knowing when to give space and when to offer gentle comfort. I always felt completely at ease leaving my cat in her care, knowing she was not only safe but truly cared for. What I never expected was the emotional support Terri would provide when my cat's health declined. She was there during the most difficult moments -- calm, loving, and present -- offering both my cat and me comfort and dignity as we said goodbye. I will always be grateful for her steady presence and empathy during that time. If you're looking for someone who doesn't just "watch" pets but truly connects with them and treats them like her own, Terri is that person. She's more than a sitter -- she's become part of our little family.

A cute doggie store in the north end. Bought some treats and chews for my pup at home. Helpful and…read morefriendly staff.

Stopped in with Mr.Pickles.. he was definitely overwhelmed, first time in Boston and Polkadog…read morethinking he would find a bone he would like but he didn't he was just a good scared dog.The staff gave him treats and saw he was skid-dish and knew how to handle him..figured it was gonna be expensive in Boston but it was honestly what I figured to pay!

I wouldn't board my two small dogs anywhere else! The dogs get picked up and returned home. They…read morehave large outdoor areas where they can run, and the dogs sleep in the living room, not in crates. The owners are outstanding.

I don't usually write reviews, but I feel it's important to share what happened after boarding my…read moredog here. When I picked him up, he seemed unusually withdrawn and upset -- something I've never seen in him before. A couple of days later, he became protective of his food and even bit me, which has never happened in the past. This behavior change makes me question how he was treated or what kind of environment he was in during his stay. I wish I had more transparency about how the dogs are handled and supervised. For anyone considering this place, please make sure you ask detailed questions about their care routines and how they manage stress or behavioral issues. I'm honestly heartbroken and won't be bringing my dog back.

My sister just got a puppy and wanted to buy a treat for him. Not knowing anything about puppies,…read morethe women at the store went through all of the different options and explained every one. It was so helpful and really helped me narrow down my search. They even have local treats!

Customer service has been phenomenal during the challenging times of the Covid-19 pandemic. I love…read morebeing able to special order raw frozen food for my dog on Monday and get it delivered to my door on Wednesday! Recently I made a mistake and placed an order for delivery on a day I was out of town. A day when the temperature hit triple digits. They went back to my house, retrieved my delivery, and kept the frozen raw food in their freezer until I was able to pick it up!

Kelly came along when we most needed her, with a brand new pup! She has a calm and thoughtful…read moreapproach that helped us prepare and help our pup learn new skills. Kelly is a treasure, with a deep understanding of how dogs think and what works and doesn't. We look forward to our pup taking nature walks with Kelly when she's old enough! Terrific!

If I tried to document all of the ways in which A Dog's Life Boston has been a tremendous service…read moreto myself and my pet, it would be an epic fail on my part. Kelly has gone above and beyond what I expected from a dogwalker. She's always on time, reliable, and friendly. My dog greets her with enthusiasm and excitement that he normally reserves for myself and close friends. He couldn't be happier and it shows when he gets home and falls asleep after letting out a big, content sigh, as if to say "today was a good day." If you're debating between dogwalkers and unsure who you can trust, all you have to do is look at Kelly's blog and ask yourself if you'll be able to find anyone who cares more about dogs (and lets it show)? http://penziblog.com/