Bringing our pup Valentina to Wigglewag was a well worth investment! Being first-time dog owners of a high-energy, but nervous rescue, we knew we needed help with correcting unwanted behaviors as well as learning more about dog psychology and improving our relationship with V. We brought her in for the 3 week boarding & training where Nestor and his team worked with V to help her with her nervous behavior, socialize with other dogs and people and there has been so much improvement. We would get constant updates on how she was doing, behaviors the team was noticing and tips for how to address things when she came home. Every dog is unique and we understood that the work would continue even after her stay. During the time she was away, we had to do our own work and research (with Wigglewag's help) to prep for her return with new routines, boundaries, and adjustments. It's a work in progress, but Nestor gave us the tools to help give V a more balanced life and both he and Cynthia have been so supportive and encouraging. V is much happier; we're still working on practicing calm behavior, but she's learning and doing better each day. We started bringing her to daycare twice per week as a way to maintain good habits and continue socializing her with other dogs that are also establishing good behaviors. I personally appreciate how lead trainers Mailynn and Mike have bonded with V and how they take the time to give me a quick summary of how their sessions with her go. It has been a great experience working with this group of people, especially during this time of high-stress and social distancing, which can absolutely have an impact on our pets. I can't recommend this independent business enough. read more

This company needs better lines for communication. Left several messages and text messages with no return calls.

Finding Wigglewag and Nes has been the BEST thing to happen to us this year. We have tried multiple trainers and different training methods with our now 10 month old pup, Pablo. We adopted him 6 months ago and although we'd done hours and hours of research on puppies, we quickly realized we were way in over our heads with our dog. The Wigglewag team continuously goes above and beyond to help us learn what Pablo needs from us. Nes really cares about and knows dogs -- he gets in their heads in a way I've never seen before. His approach to training is extremely thorough and entirely focused on your relationship with your specific dog. His team is just as dedicated and caring. They welcome Pablo everyday and always provide updates on his strengths and struggles for the day. In only 3 weeks of consistent daycare and a few one-on-one training sessions with Nes, our whole lives are different. We are learning a whole new way to interact with our pup, and he is learning the boundaries he needs to be his best self. We all have a ways to go, but we're making much more progress than we have in the past. And I am 100% confident it's because of Nes and his team. Services we've tried: * daycare * training sessions * boarding Especially during this strange time when dogs are not getting the socialization they need, having these amazing partners helping us raise our dog is truly life changing. I know it sounds like I'm laying on the drama here, but I mean it! If your dog is struggling with any behavior issues, or you need some help with training/walking/whatever...they are hands down the best investment you can make for your dog and yourself. Thank you Wigglewag for loving our wild, sweet boy and for constantly giving us the tools we need to be who he needs us to be. read more

Wigglewag Training & Dog Care Services - Pet Training Near Me - Pasadena, California

BIG,BIG,BIG. My cat named Bluey WAS A BAD BAD DOG but when I took Bluey to wiggs and wags mR. Nestor exober took Bluey in like he was a member of the family. IT WAS SOOOOO CuTe. It made me cry :( I LOVE DOGS. I love the lovely owners. This place made me love my dog. read more

After searching for a few months we found Nes & the WiggleWag team. This has been an amazingly positive experience. My 2yr old French Bulldog began to exhibit aggression & guarding to other dogs and some people. We frequently took him on trips and to public places and he became a nightmare. We started with 3 week boot camp to get him through the initial, hard love, no co-sleeping, using a crate, etc. It was hard to believe that simple things like adjusting where the dog is sleeping and learning how to show authority in everyday activities will really change their behavior in a positive way. We have gone through a variety of different training tool and Nes ensures you know how to use a tool with one on one sessions if you prefer that option. Since then we attend daycare weekly to continue to develop better social skills and less anxiety around other dogs. I cannot say how grateful I am to Nes. This team truly loves dogs and care about them. It shows how dedicated they are to making sure you and your dog have a better quality of life once boundaries are established. read more

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Don't waste your time coming here if you need a place to take care of your dog while out on a quick business trip or vacation... unless you're one of their regulars that send their dogs weekly for their training. They will turn you away with the excuse that you need to sign up for their weekly training courses before they even consider taking care of your dog (regardless of your dog's shots being up to date, or tour around the facility to see check your dog's temperament as it relates to the other dogs at the facility). Mind you... this also increases your cost by a couple hundred $$$ as opposed to the daily fee for just daycare (extremely inconvenient if you need them to watch your dog for no longer than a day or two). I initially became a client of theirs back in 2012 after getting my dog and used them regularly. They developed a great relationship with my dog throughout that time. Overtime I didn't require their services any longer up until recently. When I returned to ask if they could take care of my dog... they refused to do so if I didn't sign him up for their weekly training class (which increases what I expected to be $60 for daycare to over $200 with everything). Nestor acted like they didn't even know my dog or that he used to be a regular. It's clear that their only motive now is to take your money. A better alternative is Eco Dog Wash and Day Care Services (if you live in the LA area). They're located on Pico and Genessee. There is no up-selling here and they treat your dog like it was their own. read more

My dog Ziggy thinks of Wigglewag as his second home. I realize now after sending Ziggy there for almost a year that a lot of professionalism, training, talent, and love is required in oder to create such an environment for dogs of all sizes and maturity. Ziggy gets support to interact positively with large dogs (he is small) and dogs of different energy. He has learned to walk in a pack which has made my walking life soooooo much better. When we started with Wigglewag I was very stressed at the demands of raising a puppy by myself. Nestor and Mike, as well as Christian, helped me gain confidence. I really appreciate being part of the Wigglewag family. When I do go on a trip, I look forward leaving Ziggy at a safe, happy place, with dogs that he knows and loves. I also enjoy Nestor's frequent Instagram postings. I learn something every time I watch them and appreciate Nestor's insight. Great place, good people, and I'm very grateful. read more

Just called to see if there were any openings and spoke to Nate (I believe is his name). Very rude and condesending to me. I am moving here next week and will be sure not to use his services as well as tell everyone I meet who has a pet. read more

The owner messaged me and offered me a generous package to try their services for free and to give me an opportunity to change my current perception of Wigglewag. While I appreciate the flexibility and responsiveness of the owner to my feedback, I chose to decline because I am not comfortable with my dog being left in a car unattended for any period of time. ASPCA indicates that it only takes 10 minutes for a car to reach 102 degrees and 30 minutes for a car to reach 120 degrees on an 85 degree day. See the following website for more information. http://www.aspca.org/blog/~/media/files/pet-care/pets-in-hot-cars.pdf Wigglewag-please reconsider revamping your policy of leaving dogs in cars for any amount of time if possible. I know it may be more convenient for your walkers-but please...consider this-if you wouldn't leave a baby/child in the car, please don't do it to dogs. read more

Omg I absolutely love These guys!!! They are such great people as well as professional. My dogs where such monsters before Ness and Cynthia got ahold of them. Now they're a pleasure to walk. I also used their pet sitting services. Awesome! I left my dog, Rex, with them for a week! He was so well behaved when I got him back! They are truly great at what they do. They have great people working with them too! I can't say enough about them!!!! Great is all I keep saying because it's so totally fitting. You won't be disappointed. Oh, and my dogs love them!!! They sit at the window waiting for them every morning at 9:30 because they are always on time. They are extremely consistent, great communication and knowledgeable about their training techniques. They are keepers!!! No need to go ANY WHERE else!! read more

Wigglewag Training & Dog Care Services - Pet Training Near Me - Pasadena, California

My 2 Corgi's get a great workout and they love going to WiggleWag. Ness and Cynthia are great and very flexible. Sadie and Gizmo love going to visit with their friends. read more

I found Wiggle-Wag online back in November 2010, I can say I am very satisfied with the service Cynthia and Nes have given both me and my puppy "Pearl". At first, I was looking for a caring and playful environment where my dog can stay while working long hours. I am glad I found my friends at Wiggle Wag. The best part of all is that they have shown patience a dedication since my dog is a high-energy breed. I usually get updates and pictures of Pearl during work hours. I can now feel comfortable while being away because I know my dog is in good hands. read more

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Wiggle Wag team is absolutely amazing!!! I have seen tremendous improvement with my dog since she's been going there, she has learned so much and her behavior has definitely gotten better. They are so knowledgeable and super easy to communicate with. I wouldn't take my dog anywhere else read more

Wigglewag Training & Dog Care Services - Pet Training Near Me - Pasadena, California

I can not say enough good things about Nestor and the Wigglewag crew. We've used Wigglewag for one on one training, doggy daycare, and boarding. Our dog, Sammy, has serious separation anxiety and bounced around all the time before working with Nestor. She's learned that her crate and bed are places of relaxation, and she'll happily bounce to her place when given the opportunity. We can sleep soundly knowing that if we're working late nights or going out to town that Wigglewag can help support us. read more

I love Wigglewag they have done so much to help my dog and most importantly me and my relationship with my dog. I have a very high energy dog that I found difficult and at sometimes impossible to control, because of this I found myself often frustrated. My dog Dennis was very destructive when I first got him he ruined a couch among other things. After taking him to wigglewag I saw improvement right away, especially after working with Ness on one on one training. He taught me how to work with Dennis and most importantly work with him without being frustrated. Ness showed me different ways to exercise him and I now have very few problems and am able to control him. This has meant the world to me because I love my dog and would never give up on him. Thanks to Wigglewag Dennis has become a great dog and I have learned how best to work with him. Stephanie read more

We found WW here on Yelp and could not be happier with our decision to use them. We have a large, high-energy Doberman puppy who we originally had with a different daycare/trainer. After a few months of full-time hours with that provider, we felt that our pup was not progressing as much as we expected or hoped. After our first full week with Nes and Cynthia we realized what what we had been missing. Our pup has been there for a couple of months now, 5 days/week, and has learned and adjusted in remarkable ways! Whatever your dog's age, issue, or temperament - even if all you are seeking is a safe, clean, comfortable daycare - Wigglewag is the best! read more

My girl, Ginger, LOVES her weekly visit to Wigglewag. Ginger came to us as a nervous, shy dog who never wanted to be around other dogs. Nestor, Cynthia, and their awesome team turned Ginger into a more confident dog who enjoys her time spent with the Wigglewag pack. She always comes home exhausted. We all know a tired dog is a good dog! I'm sure she'd love to spend more time at Wigglewag, but I would miss her too much. read more

I have to say I'm impressed. My two most recent experiences with doggie day care providers came from a networking site matching dog owners to care providers. It can't be overlooked that better search criteria on my end, may have led to better outcomes for daycare sustainability. In my scouring of the site, I found an absence of specialized knowledge and method-based approaches that markedly affect care quality. Word of mouth and other search platforms led to my finding Nestor and his well-trained crew. Nestor is intuitive in his work as well as formally educated. I'm confident that if I stick with these guys, my dog will be better for it. read more

My dog Vegas is IN LOVE! Cynthia and Nes are SO attentive, affectionate and caring. When I was looking for a doggy daycare, I looked at 7 places and felt uncomfortable about all of them until this one. I have not felt, for one minute, like Vegas wasn't COMPLETELY cared for and watched. After one year with Cynthia and Nes, I would consider them friends due to the way they treat ME, as well. They are reassuring, flexible and professional all at the same time! Vegas is basically my child at this point in my life, and I wouldn't leave him just anywhere. This is a truly special place. This is a home..... read more

Our dog Bowie has *issues*. He plays in the special needs section at the dog park because he is so fearful. He has a phobia of taking walks. No joke. I had already been talking with Cynthia about working with him on some aggressive behavior when we found ourselves in need of dog walking/pet sitting for a weekend. We got back from our trip and we could already see the miraculous changes in Bowie. She was able to get him to walk 4 blocks away (farther that he had ever gone in his life!) on the first walk! Cynthia understood our dog and his special needs and what kind of training he would respond to immediately. The quality of his life has improved so much since she started walking him. She is nothing short of a miracle worker. read more

Wow, they really put the "care" in dog daycare. My dog needed care on an irregular basis, not everyday, and Nes and Cynthia easily accommodated our schedules. The entire staff not only watches our miniature schnauzer, but walks him appropriately according to his training, temperament, and ability. Boson (my dog) gets regular exercise outdoors and indoors on the treadmill, and gets handled with real care. Past all that: A dog in the house is a special needs family member, and when they are not well-trained, as Boson was, they may be still lovable but are at times a burden: barking at guests, jumping on furniture, tearing the mail to shreds, chasing the cat. From the very first day with Nes and Cynthia, Boson has been better behaved at home, and we got their training to make us better dog owners. Our walks with Bo are easier now, he stays in his bed instead of running around, the cat is infinitely happier, and our guests are no longer hesitant to come over. If you need exceedingly good dog day care, come here. If you need training to be a better dog owner, come here. If you need tools and ideas to help you and your dog, come here. Lastly, buy a leash from Nes. It is the basic tool of dog care, and his are excellent. read more

To all dog owners This place is the best! My dog is a member of my family. I take her every where with me if I can. But when I had to travel back east, I started to look around for some place good for her. LA is the king when it comes to pampered pets so I assumed there would be a safe clean place for her for five days. SO many dog hotels to choose from, but they all were in industrial buildings with that horrible antiseptic smell that reminds my dog of the vet. And In LA, VERY FEW had access to outdoor areas for the dogs to run and play...wow Cynthia and Nes have transformed their own home into DOG HEAVEN. The house has a huge back yard and a penned in area to hang out in. They both interact with the dogs and take them on frequent walks. The best part is my dog is older and not so social. She doesn't like to rough house with the other dogs. SO Cynthia and Nes let her hang out upstairs in another room so she could sleep and not be trampled on. Every time I picked her up or dropped her off, all the other dogs are playing inside the house like it was CAMP FOR KIDS...SO GREAT...This is NOT to imply there is no discipline... both Cynthia and Nestor are professional and experienced dog handlers. Dogs are happy but in hand. All dog issues are taken into account. Again, my dog got special treatment....way cool. They are not expensive, and they are the best!! I can't recomend this place enough. Bring your Pooch to WiggleWag and you can feel ok while you are away! They send pics to YOU and everything!! Too Fantastic!! Bravo Cynthia Bravo Nestor! read more

It's been about a year since I wrote my first review on Wigglewag so I thought I'd write an update. We now have two dogs. The new one is only a year old - we got him from the SPCA and he is very timid, unlike our min-pin who is a total freak. Nes, Cynthia, and the rest of the Wigglewag team have done wonders with both dogs. They come home tired and happy. Most importantly, when I drop them off in the mornings, their little heads are ready to explode with excitement! They can't wait to get in the door, which is a very good sign. Over the years I've tried several doggy daycare and boarding facilities, as well as trainers, and none of them measure up to the care my dogs receive at Wigglewag. They really take each dog's personality into consideration and cater to the animal's specific needs. These guys are awesome! read more

I've been taking my Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to Wigglewag since the first week I got him which was almost three years ago. I chose Wigglewag because Cynthia and Nes incorporate training. Since I was training my dog to be a therapy dog, I needed the training to be reinforced. I've used Wigglewag primarily for dog walking, but I have also used them for pet sitting. Their service is excellent across the board. I have comfort knowing my dog is being well taken care of. read more

We've been taking our dog to Wiggle Wag for the past few months and they are great! Cynthia and Nes are very professional and loving of animals. Our dog has been doing much better being exposed to other dogs, birds, and even their kids since our dog had never really been around them. So that is just a bonus of taking our dog to them. Highly recommend them for helping out with your dog. be it day care or training they are great. read more

Wigglewag are so good that I had to (finally) sign up for a Yelp account to write about them! Nes and Cynthia are absolutely lifesavers. When I got a job in Pasadena and my husband and I decided to move to the area, I was actually most nervous about our Border Collie, Shep. Shep is high-energy, to say the least, and had been going to another doggie daycare every day out in Ventura County, where we previously lived. Having to uproot him and find another daycare with new people and dogs was incredibly nerve-wracking. We did take Shep to "interview" at a different doggie daycare in Pasadena, but we saw pretty much right off the bat that it wouldn't be the place for him. The dogs looked bored and the people were a little snobby. We knew that Shep needed a place that would let him get out his excess energy and work his mind. After reading the reviews on Yelp, we had a great feeling about Wigglewag...and boy, were we right! Right from the start, Cynthia and Nes showed us that they are capable of handing high-energy breeds. Not only that, but after Shep's first few days there, they told me about behavior issues that I didn't even know about. They told me how to work on the issues at home, but never criticized me or Shep. Their love for dogs shines through in their care and we would have been lost without them. We can't thank Wigglewag enough for all their excellent services. We love you! read more

I take two dogs here a few times every week, one large 2 year old lab and one small 8 year old bichon friche. They both seem to love it! They get to have fun outings and lots of walks. They come home tired and relaxed. The best part is that they listen better after they have been to Wigglewag. Nes and Cynthia require them to listen and follow instructions...they really care about the dogs. I highly recommend Wigglewag, especially for high energy dogs! read more

This review is long overdue. We have been with Nest and Cynthiana for last 4 years. First, our dog loves going there and he is happy because they provide great services. But, more importantly they are willing to help and accommodate our sometimes unpredictable schedule. Over the years they have ever been there for us even at the times of family emergencies and took our dog with them when needed. In addition to great daycare and long walks you will get great training and advices how to best handle your furry friend. All together this is best place for those who really care about their dogs. read more

I'll try to keep this brief as I could go on and on with a recommendation for Nestor. I've had one dog for 8 years and then a second dog for 2 years. I'm super involved with them, I exercise them daily, take them everywhere, etc. I've wanted to do the right thing from the start with their training and behavior and I really thought I could Google my way to perfect dogs but it definitely doesn't work like that. I didn't know that I needed a professional until I sent my big dog to Nestor for some daycare and saw a significant and positive change in his behavior after just a few weeks. I was so pleased with the results that I thought I'd take a shot in the dark and ask Nestor for some help and training for my second dog who's slowly become dog-to-dog-aggressive. To my surprise, Nestor was fully on board with the task and he was so extremely helpful in not only interpreting my dogs behavior to me but also interpreting what my behavior says to my dog. Over the course of 3 sessions (2 that were 1-on-1, and then one with dog introductions) my outlook and my strategy for her rehabilitation has totally changed. I've since followed all of his advice and doing so has taken my relationship with my dog to a whole new amazing level. I just can't thank or recommend Nestor and his team enough. He knows what he's doing; he's seen so many types of dogs and dog behaviors that he can objectively help you with training yours so that you can have the most harmonious and loving relationship possible with your four legged best friend. Thank you Wigglewag!! read more

If your dog had thumbs... you'd already have an appointment booked with Nestor. I've never reviewed anything on yelp, but I write this for two reasons: 1. Nes and the crew have earned and deserve my utmost praise and gratitude. I have been to other dog care training facilities in the area, Wigglewag is second to none. Look no further... no matter your K9 issue... Wigglewag = the solution! 2. I read the other reviews, and of course they are accurate and positive... but I felt like sharing my experience might help to demonstrate that Nestor has a lot more than just a great daycare place, Wigglewag is a unique facility... where a dog can learn to be a confident obedient dog... and you can learn to be an attentive, more thoughtful owner. In August of 2017 I rescued... errrr, I was rescued by an 8 mo Bulloxer. The love was instant, but the reality was overwhelming. A breed of this size and strength requires serious attention, because just excitement can lead to issues. Chewin', shreddin', lickin', pullin', pumpin', jumpin', humpin'... his energy level was really somethin'. Overly friendly and unabashed he was running amok with almost every encounter, human and K9, especially with kids. We had even paid for, and graduated an obedience course in the area... but obedience wasn't addressing the issue. We reached the point where abandoning the rescue was a serious consideration. I knew there was a great dog in there somewhere, but I was clearly ill-equipped to facilitate that change. Word of mouth brought me to Wigglewag, and what a blessing that has turned out to be. In January of 2018 we met with Nestor for the first time. I was skeptical given past experience with other places, but open to making the best of the situation. Right away I could tell that Nestor was different... special. When first meeting my dog, without words, Nes got instant results. He said to me: "If you leave your dog with me, I know he will learn, he's a great dog." He didn't wave his fingers or anything, but like a damn Jedi that's what he said... that's what he is... a dog Jedi! It's like when something is wrong with your work computer, so you call I.T., but when the I.T. person arrives at your desk, you can't replicate the issue. Computers magically work when the I.T. person is standing there... dogs work when Nes is standing there He's the "I.T. Jedi guy" for your dog... still with me?! He saw what I saw... and knew how to get there. I know Nestor isn't magic, but he's close. I'm sure it's education and experience, but there's no doubt... he has a gift. We have been going to Wigglewag twice a week for the past five months and the transition in my dog has nothing short of miraculous. Someone had already given up on my pup... and with Wigglewag, I won't be doing the same. Underneath my Bulloxer's alpha boisterous exterior was insecurity, a lack in confidence and experience in approaching other animals and humans. Nestor taught me to pay attention to the signs, the visual clues that my dog was giving. The importance of being one step ahead of his energy level and surroundings. Intervening before his energy level reaches the danger zone. The routine, training, and exposure through Wigglewag provided a safe place for my pup to socialize, grow, and learn to be calm in high energy surroundings. I simply do not know where else this could have happened. People who knew my Bulloxer before and after do not believe it's the same dog! The experience has been invaluable. We have graduated to eCollar training, and are currently using Nestor's techniques at home. My relationship with my Bulloxer is a beautiful thing. The trust between us grows. He's a better dog, and I'm a better owner. We both learned from the dynamic, enthusiastic, loving staff. Nes, Mike, and the crew know dogs, and their passion shines through. My pup is always happy to go, and come home. Yup, I'm gonna a say it... Wigglewag is the path to doggy nirvana! Gratefully, Sean read more

Nes, is extremely professional and is patient and explains everything. Well worth the investment.

Nes and Cynthia are the best!!!! We were in a situation and needed a dog sitter last minute and they came through and have every time since! Tegan absolutely loves her play dates at WiggleWag!!! Even though we just moved to Long Beach we will drive to Pasadena when in need of a sitter! Thanks WiggleWag for caring about Tegan and all the other pups! read more

Wiggle Wag is fantastic! They are so flexible and very easy to work with. And more importantly, they do a great job with the dogs! Otis loves going to visit Ness and Cynthia and comes home happy and tired every time. (And he is a 1 yr old Golden Retriever, so that is saying a lot!) And I love that they send pictures showing him on walks, with a big happy smile on his face. (We are starting to get jealous that Otis seems to have such a cushie life!) Otis has been with Wiggle Wag since he was a puppy. When he was too young to go to day care (b/c of shots), Wiggle Wag came and took him for walks. I really appreciated that they helped us train him. He started walking better on the leash very quickly after they started walking him. He has better puppy manners because of Wiggle Wag. I have to say, that review below (especially from someone that has never used the service), seems very misplaced. Ness and Cynthia (and the rest of the Wiggle Wag team) are very conscientious and careful in their care of the dogs. They would never put the dogs in any danger. I trust them totally with our Otis! read more

OMG.......Before I had an (ONLY) 30 min session with Cynthia, who was an absolute pleasure to work with, my French Bull dog Jinky no longer pulls me and attacks other dogs AT ALL on our daily walks. She was literally the Miracle Worker for my hard headed frenchie and myself as well, she gave me a lot of insight to "Dogs Brains" and the way things work in the "Dog World" which I had no knowledge at all. Now that my dog realizes that I'm the "Queen Bitch" and not her she listens to me now and is totally magageable on her walks now, which before SHE WAS NOT AT ALL, I used to dread walking her because of her bad habits and behavior. I had mixed feeling about training my dog with a prong collar, BUT when used correctly is very useful to correct my dog and not harm her, I realized my dogs tolerance to pain is very low so it does not take much to correct her, pretty soon I will not need to use it. I no longer DREAD passing other dogs because I am able to correct Jinky's (my dog) behavior even before she gets all crazy and it has been working beautifully. We are not 100% but I think in time, other dogs will no longer set her off. I'm so excited and happy to walk my dog now because I can enjoy the walk and my dog as well. I really really really thank Wiggle Wag for helping me with this issue! If your dog is a horrible "walker" I encourage you to have a few one on one sessions with Cynthia. I highly recommend Wiggle Wag to anyone with with dog behavioral problems. read more

Our dog Sophie has been going to Wigglewag for 6 months and loves everyday she's there. Nes is very educated on dog behavior, his staff is always friendly and helpful and they are always sending pictures and updates of Sophie at daycare throughout the week. We just completed a packaged training program with Nes and after the first session noticed a huge difference in Sophie's behavior. She no longer pulls on the leash when we walk her, she respects us and our friends when we come in the door by not barking or jumping and all around a happier calmer dog. I highly recommend using Wigglewag for daycare, boarding and training. read more

The other reviews say it all - Wigglewag is the best. I found them after searching all over the place for a daycare that wasn't just a concrete room with 30 other dogs packed into it. My timid little Acorn has blossomed here into a more confident, happy dog, through months of dedication by the amazing owners and staff. We are eternally grateful. read more

Choosing Wigglewag for your dog's daycare or overnight stays should be a no brainer. I have had the pleasure of working closely with Nes and Cynthia, an experience that has positively changed my life. Their ability to not only make a connection with the dogs they take care of but with those dogs' humans is inspiring. Having said that, I would like to address Ellen's comments about the dogs that were left in the truck for the extended period of time. It is an unfortunate misunderstanding for which I apologize. I understand the alarm she must have felt seeing the dogs panting and unattended. Ellen did not notice my colleague in the truck with the dogs while I was taking the dog at that address out on a 20 minute potty break. My priority as an employee of the company was to ensure the well being of all the dogs in our care at every moment. This is something I still take very seriously as I am certain all loving pet owners do. I hope to have alleviated some of your concerns, Ellen. Please be assured that you are dealing with professionals who take their trade very seriously and dedicate their time and energy to consistently improving the lives of every canine they encounter. For those on the fence about Wigglewag, take the leap. Your faith will be rewarded many times over! For those who have already witnessed Cynthia and Nes's awesomeness, welcome to the Wigglewag family, because that's exactly what it is. read more

This review is long overdue. My dog looooves Wigglewag. We recently relocated to Oceanside but miss this daycare dearly. There is no place like it. Nestor and his staff are great with the dogs. They make sure their day is structured and that their social interactions are positive but with boundaries. Our puppy had already been through basic obedience training but needed something different to handle behavioral issues like barking, pulling on walks, ignoring commands, etc. We saw a huge change in him after only a couple of weeks, particularly in his social interactions with other dogs. We also did 2 private lessons. Nestor is an incredible trainer and even got my husband (who has no patience) to change his approach. They also do boarding and it was the only place where we felt comfortable leaving our dog. When I first spoke with Nestor he told me they were a non-traditional daycare. They were also a little more pricey than other daycares so I didn't immediately request a consultation to enroll but so glad that we revisited the idea and saw for ourselves. Peace of mind is priceless and that's we get every time we've dropped off our dog. read more

Cynthia and Nes are awesome!! We leave our high-energy border collie mix Austin with them when we go out of town. We know he gets lots of love, good exercise and play time with other dogs while we're away. They are also great with taking Austin for a walk if our lives get too hectic. Since Austin's pretty young (1 1/2 years) and still "in training", it also helps a lot that they reinforce good habits - he's usually better behaved after a stay with them than he was before. :-) read more

Nes and Cynthia are the best!! I recently had to go out of state on a trip. I had never had to leave my dogs for that long and I was so anxious about it. I met Nes and Cynthia after reading reviews on Yelp. The first thing I loved is that the service is provided in their home, not a kennel. We went to their home first so we could all meet each other and see if the dogs would be a good fit for the pack. It was obvious right away that they know what they are doing.The pack was so quiet and content even though new dogs had just come in. I am so impressed with them. My dogs went to their day care a few times before we left on our trip. I was so relieved to have found them and I knew my dogs would be well taken care of. They get a lot of exercise and attention. Their behavior is also better when they go to Wigglewag. Nes and Cynthia are very professional and it is obvious that they love what they do. Even though I do not usually use a doggy day care regularly, I will still take my dogs to Wigglewag occasionally because I believe it improves their behavior, helps with socialization and helps them to be more active. read more