Laura is a total pro. So happy we found her on Yelp! Our little Beanie kitty took to her right away.read more

We have worked with Laura for about 5 years now…read more She watches our two Golden Retrievers quite regularly and she does a great job. We travel quite a bit and we always can rest assured knowing our boys and our home are in good hands. On one trip, our youngest got sick while we were out of state and Laura jumped right in and took incredible care of him. She got him to the Vet and worked with them to get him treated . She really helped to put us at ease. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

I'm so grateful for Ginger and the team for helping me groom my mixed beagle fur baby. I've also…read morehad her boarded and they did a great job at taking care of her. She was happy and healthy when I picked her up and smelled great (I chose the boarding / grooming package). I highly recommend them for any grooming / boarding needs!

Don't waste your time calling this place for your dog grooming. I have called them several times…read moreand they don't return your call same day not even the same week. I finally resorted just to drive to their small location to make an appointment . Their door was locked. Rang the bell. No one answered - very creepy place - no cars in the parking lot even though it was before 5 What kind of business would not answer your calls or at least have an inviting entrance?!!!

I have never had an issue with the quality of grooming Jessica has provided over the past two…read moreyears. She is a very skilled groomer, and I have always been pleased with her work in that regard. My concerns are strictly related to the business side of her operation. On multiple occasions, I have actually overpaid for boarding due to calculation errors on her end, and I chose not to dispute them because I wanted to be fair and ensure she was fully compensated for her services. There have also been issues with professionalism. On one occasion, we were instructed to arrive between 9:00 and 9:30 a.m. We arrived at 9:29, only to be met outside with our dog's belongings and rushed off the property with clear irritation, as if we had arrived late, which we were not. Most recently, we paid in full upfront--including tip--to secure a four-day boarding stay. Unfortunately, our trip had to be canceled due to severe weather conditions. We did not request a refund. We simply asked that the deposit be applied to another weekend in February. This request was immediately refused. Despite repeatedly clarifying that we were not asking for a refund, she continued to state that she "doesn't offer refunds" and accused us of repeatedly asking her to break her rules. Part of being a successful business owner is not only having the technical skills to perform the service, but also having the ability to work with people and exercise reasonable flexibility. On more than one occasion, we adjusted our schedule to accommodate Jessica's needs. Once, she asked us to reschedule a grooming appointment so she could take her brother to a doctor's appointment while her mother had COVID. On another occasion, she was ill and needed to move our appointment. In both situations, we were understanding and happy to accommodate, because we recognize that life happens. Unfortunately, when the situation was reversed, that same understanding was not extended to us. This rigidity ultimately ended what could have continued to be a long-term, loyal client relationship involving both grooming and boarding services. While she states that this business is her heart, her unwillingness to work with loyal clients when circumstances arise beyond their control suggests otherwise.

We recently moved to Tellico with our fur baby. Lark Meadow came highly recommended to me for…read moreboarding and grooming. I am extremely impressed by the care my dog receives every time he stays! My boy has extreme fear of getting his nails trimmed (Ive tried everything). During his most recent stay, Jessica took the time to earn his trust and was able to get the job done! I'm so thankful! Oh and did I mention the facility is very clean and organized! Thanks Lark Meadow!

Melinda and her husband are absolutely lovely people. I did a meet and greet with her and my dog…read moreappeared comfortable and was already playing with her pups, which is why I proceeded to work with her. I have dropped off my dog with her several times now and I think about the 4th visit or so, my dog knew where he was going and jumped out of the car and made a beeline to her front door, tongue out, tail wagging. He likes to cuddle with her which is an excellent sign because there are only two people he loves to cuddle with: my husband and my father in law. She will also send pic updates as able, which always brightens my day. She is so flexible and easy to work with. I trust her with my little one!

I agree with the other reviews. Melinda is a sweetheart, and she loves my dog. I would HIGHLY…read morerecommend her. It is a home sweet home for my dog Noah, and he has so much fun with the entire family. Cannot say enough good things about this daycare and overnight care.

This is definitely the best boarding facility in the area! We have left our dog Cowboy twice, and…read morewe never have to worry about his care one bit! They send a video of our dog playing outside every few days which is so comforting to know he is getting top notch care! The staff is wonderful!

This is the best pet boarding and daycare establishment that we have ever been too! The facility…read moreis large and clean with plenty of space for dogs to run and have fun. They also offer quiet spots during daycare for each pet to have some personal downtime. Our pet has daycare twice a week, which allows him to socialize, meet other dogs and, get fresh air! We've been Extremely satisfied customers for five years!

This dog sitting service is amazing!!!! Kelly really goes above and beyond to make sure your pets…read moreare comfortable and well taken care of! My boyfriend and I both work full time and we needed help during the day for bathroom breaks, walks, and feeding. Our dogs are two Shepard mixes adopted from the pound and Kelly is like family to all of us. Don't know what we would have done without her! Book her before her schedule is too full, you don't want to miss out!

I had a last minute trip planned and with 3 cats and a dog I was rushing to find someone to take…read morecare of them. I decided to try Kelly after a recommendation from a family member. Kelly was great, she came to my house, left no detail about my pets unchecked before I left. I can tell how much she loves animals and I felt completely comfortable with her. While I was away she sent me pictures and updates daily and I could tell my all my pets were happy and she was enjoying them and they were enjoying her. When we got back from our trip she even left a card and a cute little gift with m and ms in it. She was very affordable even though she came twice daily for 7 days. I will be using her again for sure. I would recommend her to anyone who needs this service when you go on vacation. She's awesome.

This place is absolutely awesome. From the moment I called to the moment I walked in the staff were…read moresuper friendly and nice. Everyone I encountered really enjoys working here and loves dogs. Highly recommend!

From the moment I called this facility I knew I found the right place. We had to bring our dog…read morewith us on our trip to Tennessee since our kennels were booked solid at home. Calling smoky mountain pet resort they were so friendly and informative. We ran into some issues coming down with the weather and the bad drivers. Calling the facility they were very understanding and helped us out. The outside of the facility was deceiving since it looked like a warehouse. inside was super clean and welcoming. This is a family owned and run operation. There are several generations running this kennel. Their love of dogs is very clear. Our dog enjoyed his stay and was pooped out on the way home which is always an indication for him that he enjoyed his time.

Love Barkside so much. They are always wonderful!! Highly recommend. Not only do my dogs love…read moregoing, they always know my dogs names and my name when I walk through the door. Excellent staff

Our dogs (12 year old and 4 year old) have been going to Barkside for about 3 years. We board them…read morewhen we go on vacation. We've had them in the Doggie Day Camp every single time they've stayed, which didn't seem to be a problem up until their most recent stay. My dogs were placed into a group of "new" dogs that had not yet been vetted for sociability. One of these new dogs attacked our older dog and left several gashes on his head. We were not notified of this via a phone call, and despite asking multiple times about their stay when we were picking them up, we were told nothing about it. These gashes became infected and led to an unfortunate trip to the vet. We will not be back.