There are generally two types of dog walkers in the world:…read more 1: Walkers who do well with people and walk dogs for a job, but have only superficial relations with the dog 2: Those who do are greeted by their K9 pack with wagging tails and who bend down to receive lots of licks to the face for a minutes on end. Dave has both, which is a rarity. He cares DEEPLY about every dog in his crew always putting each member's safety, happiness and health first. For four years (when he worked for the leading pet walking company) he has been the only dog walker we have used due to his dependability and trustworthiness. Four years later our dog goes nuts when he hears Dave's truck pull up. I have also accompanied Dave on various hikes with his pack over the years when both my dog and I needed a stroll. Each day Dave calculates the needs and temperaments of the dogs in the days pack, the weather and a thousand other factors to decide where he is going to take the pack. On hotter days he might take shadier trails where the dogs can get more runs in, on cooler days he takes areas where the dogs have more space to gallop around in a meadow. He also takes into account seasonal challenges like toxic algae in certain lakes, rattlesnakes and foxtails that might hurt our or others dogs. Oh and did I mention he can spot a tick on your dog 100 feet away (not to mention determine its gender), before plucking it off. At the end of the day, our dog always comes back thoroughly exhausted in a mentally and physically calm manner. And I get great pictures and videos showing my hound galavanting with his friends. If only my son's preschool could do that.

If you are looking for someone who will care for your dog(s) as much as you do, Dave's your guy. My…read more13 year old pup, Mariposa, fell instantly for Dave - and that's saying something given that she dislikes most people in general. Seeing her wiggle with excitement when Dave comes to pick her up is pure joy. As Mariposa ages Dave has been by her side. From her crazy energy days to her more recent slow and steady pace, I know I can count on Dave to make every outing a great one. I wish I could give him more stars for the service he provides ... peace of mind that my family is in good hands.

Well Loved Dogs is a neighborhood gem…read more After just one visit, our dog started pulling us down the driveway so she could spend time with Emma (the resident chocolate lab). There is a big yard and the dogs (usually between 2 and 5) have free access to indoor and outdoor space. We look forward to every day Dahlia spends at daycare. She comes home happy and tired! I can't recommend this place more highly for anyone looking for a safe and happy place for their pooch. Rates are beyond reasonable, and overnight stays are an option.

So glad I found Margo as she makes my life so much easier with her services. Its not always easy to…read morefind trustworthy business owners and she definitely is worth trusting when it comes to your pet. 5 star and will continue to tell friends about her.

We are moving away from the bay area and so, so sad to be leaving Kaellyn! Kaellyn walks Blue M-F…read morein her pack hikes with 5-6 other dogs. She is reliable, professional, and so loving of our dog. In her pack hikes, Blue has gotten so much better with recall and general obedience. We will truly miss her! I don't even want to think about how much Blue will miss her and his doggo friends. SOB!

Our rescue dog Wyatt has always loved other dogs and people, but when he first came to us it might…read morebe said that he loved them too well. We were incredibly fortunate that K Lynn spotted my wife being walked by Wyatt. Over the ensuing months, Wyatt went from a loving but somewhat unruly dog to -- I have to say it -- the perfect dog. OK, I'll grant that every dog person says that about their dog, but K Lynn has done some amazing things with Wyatt. First of all, his recall is ironclad. He can be running away from me toward some desirable target, like another dog or a squirrel, but when I call his name he slams the brakes as though he's seen a cliff, then trots happily back to me. Second of all, he went from loving other dogs by immediately jumping all over them to being a very polite canine citizen -- sidling up, bowing, and taking the full measure of the other dog before engaging in play. I can take Wyatt anywhere without fear that he'll run away or misbehave. Third, he's just happy. You can tell. K Lynn will swear up and down that she's not a dog trainer, and I suppose that's the case. But in my experience, if you've got a dog who's got some rough edges, she is fantastic. She starts by working one-on-one with the dog to make sure she can manage him in the context of a pack walk. Then she'll introduce him to other dogs in the pack, one at a time, to make sure he can be socialized. If all goes well, pack walks follow -- at first with a short leash, and then slowly with more freedom. As this process progressed, we could see Wyatt's home behavior improving every day. K Lynn is a pro. She communicates clearly, follows through, and runs a very tight ship. With her on the job, I know I don't need to worry about Wyatt during the day. She's also been great about advising us on how to make sure we're all sending the same signals to Wyatt. She taught me how to use eye contact and non-verbal communication with him, and since that day I haven't had a single behavioral issue I couldn't correct. She has a true gift for canine communication, and I'm grateful to have learned a bit from her.

Suzanne is amazing with our little dog, I can't even express how happy I am to have found her. We…read morelove to travel and it's always been a struggle to find reliable and loving care for our baby. She is very professional but also very loving and she really cares for our dog's wellbeing. She sends daily pictures of her playing with other dogs and chasing the ball which she loves to do in her beautiful backyard that's like a garden with a huge grassy area for the dogs to run around in. Sometimes I think my girl doesn't even want to leave when I pick her up! So grateful that I've fund her and able to go on long trips and never worry about my doggy's wellbeing and also having fun at the same time.

I've use By Leaps and Bounds for years and they are a great, reliable pet walking service…read more Positives - they treat my dog like their own - it is a group of walkers so if someone goes on vacation, there is always someone to cover - prices are super reasonable - Roy (the owner) is very flexible and understanding - i have never worried about anything being stolen or misplaced in my house

These guys are A-MAYzing. My best girl always uses them to watch her dog when she goes out of…read moretown. They are totally reasonable price wise and are super professional. It also helps that her dog LOVES the staff!

Cakewalk watched my three cats for nearly a week. They did a fantastic job of caring for and…read morefeeding my babies. I would happily hire them again in the future.

Highly recommend! Candice is our absolutely only choice for a pet sitter! We always feel secure and…read moreable to go about our vacation or lives when we hire Candice. Not only does she have so much knowledge and years of experience relating with and caring for animals, but she is also dependable, responsible, compassionate and conscientious. Most of all our our kitty LOVES her. I couldn't say enough good things, but rest assured your beloved pet and any specific instructions or needs will be attended to, safe, and happy under her care

I have been using Travelers Pet Care (for the past 10 years) while traveling internationally…read moreyearly, and I couldn't be happier with the care my 3 cats have received. From start to finish, the experience was smooth, professional, and incredibly reassuring. The team communicated consistently and thoughtfully, sending me updates, photos, and little notes that made being away so much easier. It was clear my cats were comfortable, well-fed, and genuinely cared for. They took the time to pay attention to each cat's personality, routines, and quirks, which meant so much to me. Coming home to relaxed, happy cats (and clean space!) really say everything. I felt completely confident that they were in good hands the entire time. I very much appreciated Travelers Pet Care took care of my cats while i was away. I highly recommend them and will definitely use their services again!

I am so globally impressed by their service that I felt compelled to write a review. First of all,…read moreincredible communication. Great technology platform for scheduling and chatting. Very responsive. I didn't know it could be so easy! I really enjoyed meeting our cat sitters and they took great care of our cat! Loved getting the daily updates. Would recommend them 1000%

We had a troubling experience boarding our dog Zazie, with Jet Dog. After successfully working with…read moreJet Dog to take our pup on weekly walks, we were excited about the prospect of them boarding her while we were away. Unfortunately very disappointed with the experience. While being boarded, our dog Zazie was bitten by another dog. We were never informed that she would be boarded with dogs she had never met, nor were we notified when the incident occurred. In fact, we only learned about the bite two full days later, and only after a wound became visibly noticeable. When we spoke with the boarder, we were told the bite did not warrant a vet visit because the wound was "nice and red and not smelly." We had to push for veterinary care ourselves. Once seen by a vet, it was clear this assessment was wrong, as the wound required cleaning and stitches. Unfortunately, the problems didn't stop there. The cone that was placed after the initial vet visit either came off or was not properly monitored, resulting in the stitches coming out. Zazie had to be taken back to the vet for a second procedure involving staples. That visit cost $280, and despite the injury and follow-up complications occurring entirely under Jet Dog's supervision, they refused to cover even a portion of the cost. Incidents can happen in group settings, but what matters is transparency, urgency, and accountability. Jet Dog failed on all three fronts:     *    No disclosure about unfamiliar dogs being boarded together     *    A two-day delay in notifying us about a serious bite incident     *    Downplaying the wound that required medical attention     *    Refusal to take responsibility for resulting veterinary expenses When you leave your pet with a boarding service, you are trusting them with your dog's safety and well-being. In our experience, that trust was not respected and we are sharing this so other pet owners can make an informed decision.

JetDog has been great for our family (oh, and the dog!). We always feel like she's having fun and…read morekept safe on her pack walks! The JetDog crew communicates very well and makes everything super smooth.