John and Cassidy took such great care of our two cats!! This was the first time we've ever used a…read morepetsitter service and were veryyy nervous to say the least. Every day we were sent 10+ photos of them along with a paragraph of a summary of their visit with them. Their level of care was so impressive and we know they even vacuumed on a few occasions! We cannot express how impressed we are with this company. Highly highly recommend Pooch's Best Friend!

I live in Irvine, CA, and so happy that I found them when I did. We have 2 dogs and all of the…read morewalkers are so very sweet to them. I love that they all are genuinely kind to our pups and leave the sweetest pics and comments about them. My husband and I are really busy with work and PBF always accommodates our schedule and do what they can to make sure our needs are addressed. We recently also had a baby in the last year and pbf has helped accommodate us as we move into our next chapter of having kids. Even when we had to go to the hospital when the baby came, the owner helped us schedule the pups walks and transportation to our pet boarding facility. They are simply great and amazing and I never worry about our pups and trust each and everyone of the walkers in my household. I highly recommend them.

Kevin introduced my dog to big dogs in 10 seconds in a way I was unable to do for almost 6 years…read more True expert level team!!Wish I had been coming here for pack walks and day camp sooner. Look no further!!!! I would give anything to go back in time and bring a puppy here ready to soak it all in! Don't make my mistake and pick the wrong trainers for a puppy only to need to bring them to the true professionals at 6 years old.

I was referred by the famous Vlade dog trainer to Dog Republic. I was impressed with and his team…read moreand understand what my Australian shepherd needed. Went to both locations, Highly recommend! Especially if your dog reactive to dogs and need to know(learn) how to behave with other dogs Thank you

Well went back this weekend. So yummy got cookies this time lemon and sprinkles so deliciousread more

I was in a tight spot with my puppy and 2 cats needing to be watched over while the wife and I went…read moreout of town. Annie and David really saved the day! This was our first time using a pet sitter and we couldn't be happier. We got calls / texts / photos updates while we were away. Our puppy looked so happy on the walks with the other dogs. Communication was great and care for our pets was top notch.

Our dog Hank loves bark collective. They always take such good care of Hank and he is soo happy…read morewhenever we pick him up. I know he's been well cared for. We also just had or first training session with AJ and I'm so excited to implement her training methods that don't require and e-collar. The e-collar is optional and can be used on certain situations, but I saw her techniques with him work without the ecollar.. I'm so glad I scheduled the training session and will continue to schedule training session with her! Her training techniques are soo effective.

Best daycare in all of OC!!! The entire staff is so supportive and truly knows your dogs. Jen at…read morethe front desk is so helpful, sweet and knows every client, dog, and their needs.

I was looking for dog boarding at the very last minute and Wendy was very accommodating in taking…read morein my 2 dogs. I literally booked with her 2 days before the stay. My 54 lb Jindo does not do well with strangers, she is all bark but no bite. I was very anxious bringing her to any dog care but Wendy was willing to do an assessment prior to their stay. This was my very first time doing any sort of dog care so I was really worried about leaving them. They did really well and my other dog had so much fun (he's a social butterfly). The main reason I chose this place vs all the other dog boarding is because they offer a "home" living experience rather than a facility/warehouse. My dogs always freely roams the house and lays on our bed, couch, wherever they please so I wanted something similar and Wendy's house provided that. I couldn't bare the thought of them being kept in a narrow sleeping quarter locked throughout the day. Thank you for taking great care of my babies! This place will definitely be my go-to for any future dog boarding.

August 11th The Day We Lost Louie…read more Our six-year-old French Bulldog, Louie, died from heatstroke just two and a half hours into what we were told would be a four-hour trial day at this daycare. We were told the purpose of the trial was simply to see whether Louie could get along with other dogs. We were never told that he would be taken to a dog park or participate in strenuous outdoor activity. We chose this daycare because the owner told us she owns a French Bulldog herself, and because the daycare had very good reviews. We trusted that our French Bulldog would be understood and properly cared for. What happened that day is something we will never forget. 9:00 AM -- We dropped Louie off for his four-hour trial. 9:30 AM -- Just 30 minutes later, Louie was taken to a dog park for outdoor activity without our knowledge. We had never been told that he would be taken off the daycare premises or to a dog park. The temperature that day ranged from approximately 77°F to 85°F. 10:18 AM -- According to the daycare, Louie vomited after the activity. We were not informed when it happened. 11:30 AM -- More than an hour after he vomited, we received a photo of his vomit. At the same time, we were communicating about payment and completing a reservation for his future stay. We were given no indication that Louie was experiencing a potentially life-threatening emergency. 11:45 AM -- We received a phone call telling us that Louie was not breathing. 12:00 PM -- Louie was pronounced dead from heatstroke. Our dog went into the daycare alive and healthy at 9:00 AM. By noon, he was dead. What is especially devastating is what we learned afterward. We were told that they had never seen Louie breathing so heavily before. We were also told that they had tried giving him water, but he was vomiting. For a French Bulldog, excessive panting, vomiting, and difficulty breathing in hot conditions can be serious warning signs of overheating and heatstroke. French Bulldogs are particularly vulnerable to heat because of their shortened airways and difficulty cooling themselves efficiently through panting. Yet during the critical period when Louie was apparently struggling, we received no immediate warning and no update about his condition. The owner was also not present at the daycare at the time. We later learned that she had a doctor's appointment, which contributed to a delay in communication. While the adults were dealing with schedules, appointments, and communication, Louie was suffering--and we knew nothing. This was supposed to be a simple four-hour trial to see whether Louie could socialize with other dogs. We never agreed to have him taken to a dog park in temperatures reaching 85°F. We never imagined that he would be subjected to strenuous outdoor activity in hot weather. We are devastated that Louie was placed in this situation while in someone else's care. We trusted this daycare because we believed they understood French Bulldogs. That trust was shattered in the worst possible way. Louie was in their care. We trusted them to keep him safe. We expected him to come home. He never did. Louie was not just a dog. He was part of our family, and we will never get him back.

If anyone knows Madison, I know Madison…read more My name is Lulu ChooChoo. She is always on time for me. She is always kind to me and has a sweet, loving disposition and treats me very well. She smells very good. We go on walks to the park and rides in her car. I am older now and when I don't feel like walking, she doesn't make me! She's of a wonderful person, and I highly recommend her. She never makes me put my tongue back in my mouth either!

I have a 7yr old, 3lb yorkie named Popeye. He is my whole world! Needless to say, I'm very…read moreparticular in regard to who I leave Popeye with. In the past 7 yrs the only people I have ever left Popeye with is my dad, or Madison. He is small/fragile (he unfortunately has many health problems) and the last thing I want is to be worried about wether he is being cared for properly or not. When I leave Popeye with Madison I know he is in loving hands. Madison is very attentive, compassionate and truly loves your dog as much as she loves her own. She texts updates and pictures of your dog so you can see how happy they are with her. I feel for the amount of personal care she provides she is very well priced. I have friends who "board" their dogs and pay the same, or more, which is absurd in my opinion. I would never board my baby! When Popeye is in Madison's care I know he is happy and constantly being loved on. What more could you ask for?

Working with Mary and Myrlene at OC Pup Pals has been an absolute pleasure! We've been using their…read morehome check-in and dog walking services for over a month now, and we couldn't be happier. They send photos and detailed updates after every visit, which we really appreciate. A few months ago, we rescued a puppy who was quite nervous around new people and other dogs. Mary and Myrlene have patiently worked with him during walks, and we've seen a remarkable improvement--he's now much more confident and relaxed. What stands out most is how genuinely they care for our dogs, treating them as if they were their own. That's very important to us. Our dogs get so excited when they arrive! We highly recommend OC Pup Pals!

Mary is the absolute best! She took care of my pup when we were gone and went above and beyond…read more When my boyfriend accidentally locked our front door, she hopped the fence for us in order to get to our Kita girl. She also has 3 sweet and very well trained doggos that Kita loves to hang out with! Go to Mary with any of your dog needs. Your furry friend will be in the best of hands !

I can't believe it's taken me this long to recognize and leave a review for Jessie and her team at…read moreWalk'n Wag'n. They have been such a blessing and I am so extremely grateful for such an amazing team to love and care for my baby. I've used them for both dog walking and in home sitting services. Leaving my baby in dog form is never easy, but they made the entire experience completely stress-free. Jessie, Janice, Jennifer (Kenobi's J-girls) genuine love for dogs shines through in every experience we've had with them. They kept me updated with thoughtful communication, photos, and messages, which gave me so much peace of mind. Knowing my baby was not only safe but truly loved and cared for meant the world to me. They are dependable, trustworthy, and treat our babies like family. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for exceptional dog walking or pet sitting services in OC. Thank you Jessie and team for caring for my Kenobi as if he were your own!

I cannot say enough good things about this company, owner, and staff. They are wonderful with my…read more18 year old kitty and work hard to make owners feel comfortable about the security of their pets. Very grateful for Jessie and her team.

Tracy is the absolute best. My luka is extremely shy but Tracy makes him feel at home and I always…read morefeel reassured that he will have a great experience with her. So glad to have found her!

Shout out to Tracy Reed and Dogs Go Walkin for always loving on my pups and making them feel at…read morehome while I'm away!! So great to know they are so well taken care of! Tracy and her mom send pics of my boys, text me updates, and cute videos too!!

I'm not sure who enjoys the Hot Diggity Dog Walking service more: Lisa or the pups! It's obvious by…read morethe smile on her face when she's out there--rain or shine--bringing those dogs so much joy. Cats enjoy her company, too. Lisa puts over 11 years of experience and plenty of love into caring for our furry family. Pets in the South Orange County area would be lucky to have her visits. Colleen

Lisa is great! She is very dependable, thoughtful and trustworthy. Highly recommend her for dog…read morewalking!