Tonya is very professional, organized, kind, and so easy to work with. She has been taking care of…read moreour cats for over a year, and every visit is a 10/10. It is so helpful that we can confidently leave town and know that she is taking excellent care of our 16 1/2 and 3 year old cats. We and our cats just love her and her work!

From the owner: Tail Wags & Walks LLC is a Duluth-based pet service provider!…read more This business is licensed, bonded, and insured. We are certified in Pet Sitting, Dog Walking, Pet CPR & First Aid, and are recognized as a Fear Free Certified Professional. Always reliable, professional, and willing to go above and beyond for you and your pet. We offer stress-free care for your pet at an affordable price!

I waited about a month before I wrote this review. I wanted to make certain that I had my wits, and…read morewords, about me before proceeding. Last month, my husband and I had to make the almost 2-hour journey from Cohasset, MN to Duluth, MN with my 3.5 lb., 13 year old Chorkie, Dixxy as she was very ill and needed help DESPERATELY. Our vet couldn't fit her in as they already had to squeeze in three other "urgent" visits. They suggested that we could take her to Blue Pearl or wait until Saturday (the next day) and take her to Bemidji. Well, we were so worried about her that we decided on taking her that night to Blue Pearl. We called ahead of time to tell them we we coming and what was going on. In order for anyone reading this review...this is what she was experiencing: 1) She would not eat and hadn't eaten for 3 days 2) Lethargy had set in the day before we took her 3) She was now GULPING water like a Camel and then throwing it all up within 2 hours later 4) Her eyes had gone from big and bright to TINY and clouded. We got there right around 5:30 pm on a Friday night. We went in and they took her back to evaluate her and decided she could wait. So we did...for 4 HOURS. At this time, I asked for a MedTech to take her back and check he Glucose level because a tiny dog like her can crash without warning. I also stated I was really worried about her hydration levels. She took her into the back for literally 45 seconds to a minute. Came back out with her and informed me that her Glucose level was 74. She handed her to me and before I could ask her about her hydration, she practically sprinted away from me and was gone! So, we waited 2 more HOURS and finally asked the gal at the front if they will be able to see her because we were looking at not getting home until 2:00 AM as it was and I had a wedding I was to be at (I'm a Photographer) Saturday early afternoon and the wedding was in ND! She then put us into a "waiting room" for another 45 minutes and STILL not seen. We told her we were leaving and how unhappy I was with all this!! We got home and my husband went to bed as he now had put in a 22-hour day. I got Dixxy comfortable in the living room on her little bed on the couch. I was cleaning up the kitchen when I heard her get off the couch. I came around the couch and saw her standing next to one of the dog beds on the floor by the fireplace. Just then, she threw up so violently that it cleared the dog bed (12 inches across and as high on the sides as she is tall) and HIT THE WALL! Needless to say, I was an absolute wreck and I believed I was watching my dog die!! This was now about 5:30 in the morning. I stayed up and called the Bemidji Animal Hospital at 8:00 am and they were able to see her right away. I couldn't go with so I had texted my husband a NOVEL of everything I wanted them to do and at the top of the list was SUBCUTANEOUS FLUIDS. I know from experience that Subcutaneous Fluids take literally 30 seconds to administer and why Blue Pearl did not address that is BEYOND MADDENING! Bemidji was Fantastic! She was soooo dehydrated that not only did she need subcutaneous fluid, but also an IV! They did a scan and an x-ray and they did not show any obstructions. Now here's the BIG Kicker. Her Blood Panel showed 4 abnormalities PLUS her Glucose Level was 41...FORTY ONE! 80 is considered an optimal level. She had lost almost a full pound and weighed 2.7 Lbs! And her eyes were a direct result of EXTREME dehydration!!! SHE WAS IN CRISIS and had we not gotten her care there, we would have lost her. So to RECAP the 1 Star Review...In SIX hours they GLANCED at her 2x and in those 2x they didn't see how dehydrated she was?!? They couldn't take the literally 30 SECONDS to give her subcutaneous fluids to tithe her over until they could give her a thorough exam?? If they had simply done that, it would have prevented the Glucose crash, I KNEW was coming, because she would have ate! It's lazy and just plain horrible veterinary care!

Update, just to clarify. I did wait 8 hours and because I love my cat and am a pet parent true to…read morethe meaning " parent ". My cat did receive the best care possible. They set him up in a private room and he was safe, comfy, and had access to anything he needed...litterbox etc..the Doc who did see him was fantastic, caring and so understanding. She had had a long night being the only Doc there, not at all any fault of hers. My issue is higher. With Corporate. VCA. Blue Pearl is the best ER Vet Hosp in Duluth and serves as far as Wisconsin and other way out cities. I vented my c/o's a couple days ago, but I couldn't have asked for a better Vet to see my kitty. He got the best care. Isn't that really all we need? That is all I asked for and that is exactly what we got. So thank you Blue Pearl for taking the best care of my most precious little love. Sincerely.

I brought my mother's dog in and she was in bad shape, she hadn't been groomed for a few months…read more whe I picked her up she looked wonderful, even her nails were so smooth. I will definitely take her back. Ps. I called and she got me in with in a few hour. Thank you.

Smooch a Pooch is amazing. They are kind, wonderful with my puppers and always do a brilliant job…read more My Basil comes out looking and feeling like a new guy. Thank you!!

We, more importantly our dog, love Northland Boarding. The staff is friendly and attentive. They…read moreare animal lovers who do what is best for your pet. Our husky has his pack there and is always excited to see them! We always know he is safe and loved when he is there. I never worry about him when he is there. He is tired from playing. I do not know what we would do without them. I have used another kennel and it does not compare. I will use them as long as I have a dog. I appreciate every moment Azura is with them. Love them!

I brought my Australian Cattle Dog Bebe to Northland Boarding Kennel and I couldn't be happier!…read more They run an excellent kennel where your pet will get tons of attention while there and the staff is great to work with and they are all animal lovers! My Bebe came home all pooped out from all the play time and attention and that makes me very happy! I highly recommend this boarding kennel to all animal lovers who want the best for their pets! Northland Boarding was so good about giving me updates on my Bebe when i would call to check on her & they even sent me some pics of her and I could see for myself how happy Bebe was and that also makes me very happy! Bebe will be going there again in March and we plan on using this kennel alot in the near future! 1