3rd Class In for a 3 Month Old Puppy... Wow Watch Out!…read more We started off at Canis, and it was truly awesome. Unfortunately, after a few sessions, the co-owner, Derrick, messaged me through their chat platform to say that our puppy had been making noise in her crate that day. This was a one-off situation -- she'd had some stomach issues in the days prior -- but he warned that if it happened two more times, she would be removed from the program. I understand it's their program and their rules, but his communication style was extremely direct -- almost as if he were speaking to a dog -- harsh and matter-of-fact. He told me that how I receive and perceive his messages is "on me." Talk about customer-oriented! If he ever took a class on people or management, he might learn that there's an old saying: perception is reality. I also had a few billing questions, and since texts weren't resolving the issue, I asked multiple times for him to call me, which he eventually did. From the start of that call, he was defensive and completely closed to any feedback about his communication style. I was honestly shocked at how the conversation unfolded and even asked if he was the owner or manager. Despite all this, I genuinely wanted to continue working with them. In short, they removed us from the program the very next day and promptly refunded our fees. My advice: don't offer him any feedback -- he doesn't take it well. It's a real shame, because the staff at Canis are wonderful, and the facility and programs themselves are truly impressive. We had been raving fans and recommended them to everyone, so this turned out to be a very disappointing experience.

CMDT is the absolute BEST! When looking for trainers and puppy/dog socialization spots my husband…read moreand I did extensive research and interviewed places to ensure we felt comfortable and confident that our pup would be in the best hands. I cannot express how glad we have been with our decision to bring our dog to CMDT. Bee and Derrick are wonderful. They make themselves available (within reason) for any questions or help with training. The classes are informative and have been instrumental in our dog's fantastic training progress. Our pup has always come home happy, healthy, and tired from a day of socialization and training when she goes to puppy daycare, and we love watching the livestream so we can see her having a blast. What I personally appreciate the most about CMDT, beyond the care and compassion of the trainers who undoubtedly love the dogs, is the method of training they provide. No harsh punishment necessary. The dogs learn through basic positive psychology and reward association. We do the homework between classes and have seen our dog become more well mannered, confident, and happy through good training. If she could leave a review I think she would say CMDT is her favorite spot, given how excited she is every time we pull up. Thank you to Bee, Derick, and the other trainers who have treated our sweet girl like their own precious pup!

You won't get a more conscientious and caring warrior for your pets than this mighty woman! Her…read morepassion from animals is so evident when you speak with her.

Elaine is the best "in home" pet sitter we have ever used. She is amazing!!!! Our dogs and cats…read moreabsolutely LOVE her, even our protective GSD! She takes better care of our house and pets than we do!!! She sends several updates/pictures/videos throughout the day. I would recommend her to anyone. No one will take better care of your pets!!

I'm blown away at how professional the staff is. They're all really nice and funny too! They really…read moretake dog walking to the next level. I couldn't have asked for a more detailed and proactive team, who made sure to ask all the right questions. They even taught me something new I didn't know about the lock on my back door. I am very over protective when it comes to my dogs and I wouldn't trust them with anyone else!

I used David's Pet Services in West Hartford for a few years and found them to be fantastic. My dog…read morereceived excellent care with every visit. The walkers were always on time and provided a much needed bathroom, exercise, and food break for my pup. I looked forward to the daily pictures and visit description. Every interaction with David and his fantastic team was positive. I found them to be highly competent, honest, flexible, and caring. I recommend DPS to care for your pet when you can't. You will not be disappointed.

Big thank u to Gretchen & Rob for taking care of our rescues, Ethan & Eve. They are Persian and…read moreExotic Shorthair rescues with rough pasts. They are very timid and Gretchen & Rob made them feel pampered and protected. My family highly recommends Woofs About Town, LLC and will finally get to travel more knowing we can rely on fantastic people to take care of our furry babies. https://www.instagram.com/p/BxgCvz6g6eH

We could not be happier to have found Woofs About Town! Gretchen and Rob, first and foremost, take…read morecare of our pup as if he were their own. Every time they visit, our dog gets tons of exercise, attention, and belly rubs. They are incredibly responsible and reliable. They really took the time to get to know our dog's personality, routine, habits, and even the commands we use and specific areas we're working with him on training. They are so attentive and in tune with both our dog and our home, and have alerted us and checked in if something seemed unusual, or potentially unsafe. After every visit we get a detailed message about the time they spent with our pup (including adorable pictures). They have even reached out to us to check in on our dog after an operation, during a time when they weren't coming for visits. Gretchen and Rob are such a kind and compassionate team. They go above and beyond to care for their clients, and they truly love every member of their pack. We completely trust them with both our pup and our house, and highly recommend them to anyone in the area looking for a pet sitter. They are the best!

Fantastic experience leaving Stella with Darlene at RUFF Pet Sitting. I highly recommend her as an…read moreexperienced, professional pet sitter. Her love of animals is highly contagious. Peaceful, Mindful, Calming & Caring Vibe Ex +++++

There are no words to describe the sense of peace and security Darlene provided during our puppy's…read morefirst venture away from us. Darlene not only took care of the fundamentals, but provided a safe and fun environment for our pup. She was not only walked, but had lots of playtime with a few other dogs, giving her her first taste of socialization. We got updates and pics throughout her stay, further giving us peace of mind. We have known Darlene for years and feel she is one of the most down to earth, kind animal lovers we know! Highly recommend!

Bob and his team of dog lovers from Dog Days of West Hartford are amazing. Never had a concern…read morewith dependability, very professional and flexible. The team walks my mother's dog and she is struggling with Alzheimer's. All of the walkers great people. Very kind to my mother and very patient. Thank you so much For such great service and making my family's situation so much easier Scott Craig

Talk about peace of mind when you go away and leave your pet. I have an elderly cat, and I feel…read moreguilty whenever I go away overnight. But between Deb and Laurene, my cat always has food, water, medicine, attention, and affection, and I receive an email and often a picture so that I can know that all is well (and ease my conscience). I am very grateful for the important service they provide. Unlike another service I used for awhile, they are well enough staffed that they have been able to handle a couple of last-minute requests for visits (although I try not to do that!).

Did everything that they said they would do. Theresa was very nice and fit my schedule in to hers…read more I would definitely use this service again. Very thorough, punctual, and did exactly as requested.

From the owner: Fully bonded & insured dog walking and pet sitting company offering dog walking packages, available…read moreearly morning to evening, dog training, and in-home care as well as on-site pet care services customized to you and your pet's needs (cats & birds, too). In addition to pet sitting, we can also check and bring in mail, newspapers, trash/recycling, water plants, or adjust curtains and blinds when requested. Angie's List Super Service Awards, Best Pet Care Company, 2014, 2015, 2016 for the areas of Avon, Granby, Simsbury, Weatogue, Canton, East Granby and Farmington. We are a family locally owned company founded in 2009, experienced, and well-staffed group of mature and dedicated animal lovers ready to give your four-legged friends the best quality care possible. We do not service the cities of Hartford, Winsor locks, Ct or Westfield, Mass. Member in Good standing, Pet Sitters International. Bonded and Insured with Travelers Insurance Company. Second oldest Pet Care Company in Connecticut.

I trust Yelp and Yelpers as a resource so I was hesitant to use these folks based on only other (1…read morestar) review but I'm happy to say, WH Pet Sitters just cared for my cats for a week while I was on vacation and they were great. Kim, the owner, answered my first call personally and told me about her company and how she does background checks on all of her employees and she gave me a good sense of how they work. She made an appointment to meet at my house a few weeks before our vacation, we went over the pets, food, feeding times, trash day....all that stuff. Very professional. When I got home, other than a pile of mail on my kitchen table, it was like I never left. My cats were happy, fed, their litter box was clean and I was happy. I will DEFINITELY use them for my future pet sitting needs. Give them a try. Peace of mind with your pets is priceless (oh and WH Pet Sitters has reasonable pricing, at least for Cat Visits).

We are so lucky to have found WHPS. Kim and her staff could not be more loving or professional…read more We hired WHPS to help with our new puppy. They are great at communicating what they did the our dog during the day, and it's obvious her dog walkers adore her. As many know puppyhood isn't always easy. Kim was there to listen to my frustrations, and offer great advice to assist us with Bea. We are so lucky to have found them!

Conscientious and affordable. The Puppy Ciao sitter really cares about our dog. Plus, no kennel…read morecough or a dog coming home smelling like pee. (Sorry) Our dog is happy and relaxed. We love you Puppy Ciao!

I had reached out to cats meow for my cat chandni and was in the process of getting her boarded, my…read moresister in law also was trying to call for her cat, so she had asked me to reach out for her cat as well as she needed boarded too. I had just asked if there is room for her cat as well. And immediately things in the conversation were more different I am not sure why. And than was told I cannot get boarded for my cat either. This is very odd as we did not even enter the boarding process yet and I was just reaching out via email. They stated that the owner needed to contact but she was trying on phone and no pick up. And asked me as a courtesy to message them just to see if there was availability that is it. I am not sure if it is discrimination or miss communication but I did not see any big issue going on but cats meow kept telling me to look at another cat resort as my cat has been to a couple in the past and no issues. It was kind of misleading and confusing on the businesses end. Update the cats meow also told the other cats owner that they cannot take him due to behavior issues. But they told me a different reason.

My Persian has been groomed by Cat's Meow for over 2 years. It immaculate and the communication…read morebetween the owner and staff is more than satisfactory. Bookings and confirmations are done online. I like that CM requires up to date vaccinations and withholding of food before appointments. My cat is beautiful every time I pick up her up! I am happy to travel more than 30 minutes to bring my cat here.