Our pup (1.5 year old golden doodle) has been going to Z dog for over a year now, and she LOVES it. Comes home tired after playing all day, and eagerly pulls towards the entrance in the morning. Whenever I pick her up, she is happy and all the providers are kind and professional. . We have also used them for a weekend away---also a great experience. Natalie and Jose are wonderful to work with and easy to contact, the space is great, and the price is reasonable. I would recommend to anyone looking for care for their dog! read more

Would highly recommend Z Dog to pet owners in Philly! I was worried about how my anxious/reactive dog would do in daycare and boarding but they were very accommodating and now my pup is so excited to go every week. It's been great to keep her socialized and get her energy out so she stays healthy! I've also boarded her there multiple times for a week or weekends when I'm traveling and it's been great - they've even been very flexible with extending and shortening stays when my travel plans have been disrupted. Definitely encourage people to check out Z Dog for their pet sitting needs :) read more

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We had a very poor experience with Z dog and my dog is literally afraid of Natalie. Extremely unprofessional. Unfortunately, we had bought a daycare package so have now forfeited that and they won't give us our money back. I tried to leave a review a while ago and they came at me quite nastily trying to get me to remove my review. Extremely unprofessional company, poor communication, and unprofessional owners. We do not recommend Z Dog. read more

Batman loves it here. He almost brakes the door when he visits because he is so excited to get to play all day at the daycare, and he returns home tired and happy read more

I was thrown for a loop when my pet sitter of 15 years moved to North Carolina. Thank God for ZDog and their willingness to include felines in their care. I've used them three times so far for trips out of town. They're meticulous in adhering to the owner's instructions. My cat is getting to know Jose, and has been coming out of her shell a bit during his visits. He'll occasionally snap a photo and send it, which reassures me that all is well. Jose and his staff really love animals, and it shows in the care they give. Highly recommend! read more

We absolutely loved Z dog daycare when we lived in grad hospital. One of the worst parts of moving o it of the city was losing access to Jose and Natalie. They loved our dog Fred (a golden retriever) as much as we did and Fred loved them right back. They do pick up and drop off which is a godsend when you have to go to work at 730 in the morning. They made sure that Fred got the attention he needed. He was such a good boy when he got home from daycare because he was so tired. They do a good job screening dogs to make sure they get along. They are a wonderful family run business and we miss them constantly. If you live in grad hospital and want to make sure your pet gets enough socialization and exercise, you won't go wrong with Zdog. read more

Wow: Pet sitters who genuinely care about the animals for whom they care! Natalie and Jose are responsible and dependable, which are extremely important characteristics for anyone I leave my older kitty cat with, and they really go above and beyond to make pets happy. Both the Z Dog family (Jose, Natalie, their young child, and rescue dog) and their excellent staff are experienced and caring. Their venue is full of positive energy and I have never seen dogs so excited to be anywhere other than home. It's very comforting to know they are taking the best care of our kitty cat. After hearing some horror stories from friends regarding various pet care agencies, I am glad to have Natalie and Jose to depend upon. Highly recommend Z Dog to all. read more

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I've been using Z Dog Walkers for the past 6 years and they have always gone above and beyond to accommodate my schedule and take great care of my beloved senior pup! Vito always enjoys his mini-petcations. They always treat him just like their own and make sure he gets lots of love and plenty of couch time. Knowing they take great care of my dog always makes my trips more relaxing and enjoyable! read more

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Can't say enough good things about this place, they truly treat your dog like their own. Not only are Jose, Natalie and the staff all phenomenal, but the facility is top notch. We had our dog at a few of the other day cares in the city before we moved, and she really didn't do well in a small room packed with dogs. At z dog, she gets to be inside and outside depending on the weather. And even when she's forced inside, the room is spacious so the dogs don't feel cramped. The outside area is huge, with lot of space to roam. Our dog has significant noise anxiety issues, so they even let her go into their office during storms so she can crawl under the desk. Great people and great facility. Can't beat it read more

My dog is picky and full of attitude. We also always want her to have outside time so she doesn't learn to pee inside. Z Dog offers outside time and a very clean facility. On top of this, they are fantastic with security. The place met my qualifications, but what about what my dog thinks? She has had four daycare stays and four overnights and she always comes home tired and happy. We can tell when she is unhappy with a place because she won't play with us or love on us. She does both of these when she gets home from Z Dog. Score! The people are nice too but, honestly, it's about what my dog thinks. If looking for a good place to leave your dog when life happens and cutie pie can't be by your side, while also feeling comfortable with the care, Z Dog should be considered. They even organize neighborhood cleanups because they care about more than just their bottom line. read more

We used Z Dog to board our bull terrier and they were fantastic. I wouldn't hesitate to use them for your boarding or pet care needs. They are a family business and clearly 'dog people' that will treat your fur child like you would. read more

Our dog has been going to Z Dog for a few weeks now and we could not be more pleased with Natalie, Jose and the facility/location. We have put our giant pup in other day cares around the city but none of them compare. Mainly, we love that crate time is not forced upon them. There's a very nice fenced in yard and the owners/staff post videos of the dogs playing together daily! What really made us feel most comfortable in choosing Z Dog was the tour we given during our orientation. My boyfriend and I are still having to go into work right now and Natalie and Jose have brought us great peace of mind knowing our dog is well taken care of. For that alone, we are forever grateful. I truly cannot recommend Z Dog enough! read more

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Natalie & Jose at Z Dog Walkers have been excellent for my dog Oliver. Shar Pei's and Shar Pei mixes can be very temperamental and hard to deal with-- they have broken through with Oliver and worked out great!! They have been walking and taking him to the dog parks while I was away all day on business travel, and when I called for a last minute Sunday night trip which I had to go away for- they picked up Oliver and were able to take him last minute without any problems. I love how they text and email pictures through out the day of Olivers activities- gives me reassurance that he is in good hands. Oliver always comes back happy, and tired-- so I know he has played all day! My doormen even have told me how happy Oliver is when they walk him out of my building. This is a great company for my 'furry child'! read more

Let me start by saying that I like small businesses - especially when they are family-owned and operated. My hope is that I can modify or remove this review when the owners do, in fact, follow up with me. Long story short, this review is about communication. When you are putting your dog in the hands of another person, the most important things you care about are trust and honesty. I do not feel as though Z Dog's owners instilled either of those in me when they watched my dog. Granted, our interaction was brief, but all the more reason that these two are important traits in a small business. I was put in a difficult position when Hurricane Ida hit Philadelphia last week. I had two weddings over the long Labor Day weekend, so when my boarding facility flooded, I was left with very few options in Philadelphia for dog care. I called around and Z Dog sounded like a great option - they were willing to see me that day for a trial and, if all went well, I could leave my dog there Saturday morning through Wednesday evening. When my husband arrived to the facility, Natalie showed him and my dog around and Natalie said she saw no reason why this wouldn't work out. She asked that we leave our dog there for a few more hours to see how he interacted with the other dogs, so my husband left feeling optimistic. 1.5 hours into the 4 hour trial, we received a very cryptic email that they didn't feel as if their facility was the right place for our dog to be boarded and that we should find alternate arrangements for that weekend. This would have been fine if we heard the full story from them when we showed up. Unfortunately, when my husband returned, Jose quickly handed over the leash to my husband and said to email Natalie for more information. He gave 0 details to my husband about why they proceeded in the fashion they did. They knew that we were in a pickle, so it would have been appreciated if they could have given some background on what happened. As requested, my husband sent Natalie a note that evening - Friday. Granted, it was a holiday weekend, but it has been SIX DAYS and she still has not sent us a note explaining what happened. I tried calling two yesterday (Wednesday) knowing it might have been a busy weekend, but no response. To make matters even worse, they charged us $75 for 4 hours of dog care - $40 for the day care (fine, this is understandable), but then $25 for the "orientation" which apparently was a 5 minute tour and then a $10 charge for Labor Day (this was on Friday early afternoon). $75 for dog care when you don't end up taking my dog and then you can't respond with a simple note on what happened is incredibly disappointing. Again, I trust that Natalie and Jose are doing the best they can, but how can I trust that something bad didn't happen when they can't even let me know why they couldn't take him? Everything seemed fine when my husband left, so it would be appreciated if they could explain why the situation changed so suddenly. A simple email or some type of communication could leave me feeling much more confident in their ability to provide good dog care to your beloved pet. Proceed with caution... read more

Bodie started with Z dog when he was just three months old. He is now 8 months old and still loves going to doggie day care! Jose and Natalie are always checking in with me and leave notes every day to make sure Bodie is happy and healthy. read more

THANK YOU Natalie + Jose for being Norman's favorite spot in all of Philadelphia! We were so lucky to meet you both and it's so peaceful knowing my dog is in the best hands with you. He literally jumps out of the car when we get close to your daycare and hardly says bye to me. Your pick-up/drop-off service is also so convenient for days work is crazy. Thank you 100x! read more

We love Z Dog Daycare and so does our goldendoodle puppy, Watson! Natalie and Jose treat Watson just like he's their own dog. They take incredible care of the pups, in addition to being kind, caring and very accommodating with scheduling. Watson goes to Z Dog daycare while my husband and I work during the week. Watson can't wait to get in the door to daycare in the mornings to play. Naturally, when my husband and I took a two week vacation out of the country, we left Watson with Natalie and Jose. He had a great time and we felt at ease knowing Watson was in the very best hands. We can't recommend Z Dog enough!!! read more

Z Dog provides the best doggy daycare and dog walking services in the city! Not only do they provided walks and overnight boardings, they do it well! Natalie and José are experts - they handle every situation professionally and with care. I have tried many other options (Wag!, Rover, and other dog pet care services) and, quite frankly, I found that other services do not provide my dog with what he deserves. If you are looking for a clean, safe, loving place for your pooch, I highly recommend Z Dog! read more

Natalie and Jose run a phenomenal operation. They have watched my rambunctious dog, Bowden, since he was a puppy. And they have provided him with the individualized attention that is so necessary to keeping my rescue happy and healthy. Just as importantly, Natalie and Jose have encouraged honest and transparent communication regarding Bowden's behavior and progress. I have never hesitated to drop Bowden off with Z Dog, because I never have had a glimmer of doubt that they had Bowden's best interest at the forefront of their minds. The greatest endorsement of Natalie and Jose comes from Bowden, who pulls to turn down their driveway every time we walk in the area. read more

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Z Dog Walkers. Natalie and Jose are simply incredible with my dog, Julie, and they are always willing to help out in a pinch. Although I try my best to plan in advance for dog walks, daycare, and out of town trips, there are times when I have to book last minute. Natalie and Jose have always accommodated me and have never made me feel like I am putting them out. I know they enjoy spending time with Julie as much as she enjoys spending time with them. All of that being said, although we can never really know what our dogs think, I get a good sense from Julie that she is happy with the care provided by Z. When I get home late at night she is happy to see me and relaxed. I can tell she's gotten enough exercise on her walk so that any extra walk with me is just a bonus. Also, I can tell that she's enjoyed her overnight stays and daycare at Natalie and Jose's house because any time I walk anywhere close to where they live, Julie (who is one incredibly smart border collie mix who remembers directions and places she likes, e.g., the dog park) tries to drag me to their back gate and then gets incredibly obstinate when I make her keep walking. If you are searching for pet care, you can't go wrong with Z. I highly recommend them. read more

We have been using Z Dog for our Bernese Mountain Dog, Luna, for nearly a year. We have used them for walks, daycare and overnight care. She adores Natalie and Jose, and cannot greet them quickly enough in the morning and they clearly love her back. Natalie and Jose have been very accommodating to our erratic schedule and have been able to look after her for weekends on minimal notice. Their use of FB is fun too - there is always a video or photos midday showing what Luna and her pup-friends are up to. Sadly, we will be moving out of state and I only hope to find something similar again. read more

ZDog has provided walks and day care for our energetic dog for the past 2 years, and has been great. Our dog, who is very high energy, always greets the walkers with great enthusiasm, and returns from daycare happily tired. Moreover, Natalie and Jose have gone above and beyond their duties providing walks in a snow storm when their services were generally cancelled when I was home alone with a newborn and greatly appreciated them helping with our dog. Recently they helped drop off our dog at a groomer a significant distance away instead of stopping him off at home, which was immensely helpful due to our busy schedules. ZDog not only provides great pet care, but also a human touch of a small business, which has been very appreciated by our family. read more

Z Dog Walkers has been wonderful for my dog, Sherman! I set up a weekly walking schedule and purchased walks 10-at-a-time. They accept paypal but I usually paid in cash. The prices are reasonable and on par for walkers in Center City. Z Dog Walkers is super reliable and very responsive. They were helpful and often able to help me out in a bind on relatively short notice. I got to meet Natalie at our initial meeting and really liked her and how much my dog liked her as well. I never felt nervous about them forgetting to take Sherman out and I appreciated the peace of mind as other dog walking companies in the area had previously let me down. I highly recommend Z Dog Walkers for your pet care needs and I am sad we are moving out of the region as Sherman and I will both truly miss them! read more

Natalie and Jose have been great and very dependable for our puppy Animal. We have had them feed and walk him every weekday for almost 6 months now. The prices are very reasonable and we pay for 2 weeks at a time up front. The very few times that they were unable to walk Animal, they made sure that they had a reliable person come to take care of him so that we didn't have to worry about who would take care of him. They leave notes daily about how Animal is doing and are very passionate about how much they really enjoy taking care of him. They also send us pictures of Animal playing and walking every once in a while which is my favorite. They are very reliable and dependable dog walkers and care takers. read more

I am so glad found Z Dog Walkers!!! Natalie and Jose have been wonderful. We relocated to Philly and these guys worked with Dillon to help him adjust to city life as well as separation anxiety. They come to my home and take Dillon to the dog park or for a nice run! They leave notes daily which is great. :) I like that their main concern is the happiness and well being of my dog. They even board at their home! If you are looking for someone who will care for your pet like you would, then I highly recommend Z Dog Walkers! read more

Natalie and Jose did a great job taking care of my little troublemaker while I was away for a long weekend. They were very caring and responsible, and kept in touch with me while I was away so I always knew how everything was going back home. I felt much better knowing the pup was in good hands, and will definitely call on them again next time I'm away! read more

Z Dog Walkers is far and away the BEST dog care service in Philadelphia. They have gone out of their way to make sure my dog Toby is taken care of. Toby has a lot of anxiety issues and Z Dog Walkers was able to work with my budget to make sure he is safe, happy and healthy while I am at work during the week. If you need a dog walker or doggie day care I 100 percent recommend Z Dog Walkers. We love you, Natalie, Jose and everyone at Z Dog Walkers! -Toby (and Devon) read more

Natalie and Jose are incredible with our dog Finley. I joke sometimes that they love him more than we do. For the past year they have regularly walked him and most recently full-day daycare. They pick him up in the morning and drop him off at night and I can honestly say I have never thought twice about his safety. They really care about him as if he were theirs and that you can't find that just anywhere. If you are thinking about choosing them to watch your pet, you don't need to look any further. read more

I live in Center City and Natalie and Jose have been walking my dog and having him at day care since I adopted him in June. For day care, they pick him up in the morning and drop him off in the afternoon which is amazingly convenient if I have something after work. They allow me to schedule the walks and day care the week before so I can tailor it to my expected schedule. My dog is not the easiest and they have been great dealing with his various behavioral issues. read more

Jose and Natalie run a great operation. Our dog was well tended to and their service is top notch. I lost count of the amount of times that I forced them to scramble last minute to walk our dog, but they always delivered. Great service and really kind people. read more

Recently used Z Dog Walkers to care for our cat, Professor Bad@ss while we were away for 6 days. We never had to hire a cat sitter before, but since we are new to the area, we had to hire someone. Natalie came to our apartment at a time that was very convenient for us to meet our cat, discuss her care requirements, look over vet records, and to get our keys. Natalie is clearly very good with animals, and Professor came out to greet her and flopped right down for belly rubs. We paid the $20 administration fee in cash and wrote a check for the cat sitting services at our initial meeting, although full payment was not required upfront. Daily rates were in line with other cat sitters that we checked out online. We came home from our trip and Professor was happy and healthy. She definitely had a fun time with Natalie. I had to call Natalie from Florida because we needed a copy of our key back as soon as we got back to town and she left it in the apartment for us, just as we asked her to. We already booked Z Dog Walkers for another trip in January. We would definitely recommend this company to anyone looking for a reliable, friendly, capable cat sitter. read more

We were out of town for the weekend and had Jose and Natalie watch our dog in their home. They came to pick her up, dropped her off, sent us pics over the weekend, and we came home to a very happy dog! I trust that they did everything we asked and took great care of our dog! I came home to my mail on the table and a note on the fridge from 'our dog' as well...nice touch! ;) read more

Natalie and Jose have done a fantastic job caring for our puggle, Buster. They have provided walking, daycare, and overnight care for him. They're very flexible with changes, and always have made sure to leave a note, send us an email, text us a picture, etc. when he is with them. It is so comforting to know that Buster is in great hands! Buster has such a fun time when staying at their home that every time we walk by he insists on running up to their door and waiting for them! I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for professional care for their beloved pet from people that will treat them like their own! read more

In my experience, it is a challenge to find a great caregiver for my cats, Falkor and Nova . They are like family to me, and I only trust them with people that love them (almost) as much as I do . Since I have to travel now and then for family and work obligations, it was a real blessing to find such a great company, that treats my fur kids like family . I am so thankful to be able to relax on my travels, knowing my kitties are in loving, caring hands. I highly recommend Z Dog ! read more

Our Samoyed Miso loves Z Dog!! She is so excited whenever we start walking that way in the morning, and happy and exhausted when we pick her up at the end of the day. José, Natalie, and the rest of the staff are really kind and flexible. We know Miso is in good hands at Z Dog and highly recommend their services! Thank you Z Dog! read more

I have an 8 month old Yorkie who just started attending Z Dog Walkers and he loves it there. I knew I would have some upcoming dates that would require extra help with my puppy, so I reached out to other dog owners. Several recommended Z Dog Walkers. The first day I dropped him off, I was a nervous wreck. He's a tiny little guy and i didn't know how he would handle being apart all day. They told me he was a little shy the first hour, but then warmed up. The next day, he spotted several pups from Z Dog Walkers and he got so excited! The second time I dropped off at day care, he was jumping up and down at the door with excitement. That was enough for me! He loves it there and comes home exhausted! I also love that they offer pick up and drop off. As long as my puppy is happy, I'm happy! read more

Z Dog is truly the best place to send your dog in Philadelphia! Natalie and Jose take car of the dogs as if they are family. Marley, my golden Labrador rescue, cannot get enough of the place! Every time we are in area he is so excited! The day before his last overnight stay we found out he was having hip problems, I promptly called Jose asking if they would still be able to care for Marley and was met with a kind, professional response. Natalie, Jose and the rest of their team were able to accommodate Marley's needs and he had a blast as usual. THANK YOU! read more

My great dane pup has been hanging out with Z dog walkers for a few months now and since day one he has come home extremely happy and healthy. Recently, I picked my dog up from daycare and Z dog walkers informed me that my dog didnt seem like himself that day. I took him home and his temperature was almost 106. I owe them my dog's life! If it were not for their diligent attention and tremendous care for my dog, who knows what would have happened. I am so thankful that they care so much about each and every dog they care for to learn their behavior and are able to sense their ups and downs. Z Dog Walkers are responsible, kind, and very accommodating. I am in school with long hours and Z Dog Walkers always accommodate my schedule. I would recommend their daycare service to any pet owner who wants a responsible duo to love and care for their pet like it were their own. thanks again guys, really appreciate all you do for Humboldt. read more

I met with Natalie for a consultation explicitly explaining how to handle my dog on a leash. She reassured me saying it will be no problem. So others are aware, Z Dog Walkers has multiple walkers come into your home, as opposed to one assigned walker. This can be stressful for some dogs. After two weeks, I received an email stating immediate termination of service. Little information was given in the email explaining what happened. My information was given to a third party (your privacy isn't protected in their contract), and after hearing from them, NOT Z Dog Walkers, I was upset to find out that my dog was put in a situation that I explicitly explained never to do. The third party described the walker as someone other than Natalie, and that it seemed the walker didn't know anything about my dog's history. Moreover, I found a picture of my dog on their Facebook page with his harness on wrong (which I clearly explained during my meeting with Natalie). After following up multiple times, I never received a call or email explaining the situation further and still don't even know who was walking my dog, I never even met them! And after repeated attempts with the only response, "We received your message, and will return your keys soon," I finally received my keys back DAYS later. DO NOT use Z Dog Walkers. They do not follow instructions, communicate with their staff, or have the courtesy to return your messages in a timely and detailed fashion. I believe my dog was put in an unsafe situation by Z Dog Walkers' carelessness in following their clients' instructions and general safety rules of walking dogs they should know as a dog walking business. read more

I am reviewing my orientation meeting with Z Dog Walkers for dog walking and pet sitting services for my dog. In 2014, I contacted Z Dog Walkers and requested 2-4 weekly solo walks + weekend pet sitting for my rescue foxhound. My dog is a well behaved, quiet animal who walks well on lead and is very friendly with others at the dog park. I emphasized that my dog was from a rescue organization and is scared of sudden, loud noises (though what dog isn't?). Natalie came to my home for an orientation to meet my foxhound. In my opinion, the meeting went well. During orientation, Natalie logged me into her company's system, created a walking schedule, and then she requested a house key which I gave to her. I received an email from her 2 days later saying that Z Dog Walkers was not able to provide solo walks for my dog and they would return my key. They gave me other dog walking company recommendations, as I recall, which was nice of them. I was disappointed because I really liked their website and Natalie seemed like a real animal lover. What made me very upset with the service for Z Dog Walkers was that during orientation Natalie gave no indication that I was not yet an accepted client after taking all my information, creating a dog walking schedule, and requesting my keys. She did not state that after our meeting she needed to review her company schedule and my animal needs. If this was indicated to me, I would not have given her my house key. I found it unprofessional that a company would take house keys then deny service. Also, the email to me did not state when my house keys would be returned, which made me nervous. I had to call to follow up and my keys were returned the following day. I originally posted my review of this company on Yelp in 2014 but removed it upon request of my husband. The male owner at Z Dog Walkers called me in a very threatening manner stating that no dog walkers would service my animal in our neighborhood if I did not remove the Yelp review because it was a rather negative review and I did not use their services. However, I believe all perspective client interaction with any company is a valid indicator of company quality. When you receive a call from a man with a threatening message who previously had your house key, you change your locks and remove your Yelp review. I'm writing my review though again because its an HONEST review, and I no longer live in the neighborhood. read more