Let me start by saying, my dog has been asked to leave by groomers and daycare. She's particular…read moreabout her friends with 2 legs and 4 legs. I tell people she just needs patience, and someone with dog experience. I had an out of town meeting for 5 days and I didn't want to leave her at home because if something went wrong I was an 8 hour drive away. I needed to board her for 2 nights because I was able to keep her at the resort the remaining days. I looked online and Vineyard was near town but definitely "in the country" if that makes sense. I had to drive up a one lane dirt road yet it was about 5 miles from my event. I scheduled a tour, and we showed up early with tennis balls. You see, my pup is crazy about fetch and about tug. If you throw a tennis ball, she'll be your friend. The owner was definitely a dog person, and my dog was definitely being particular, but we did the tour and then one of the woman followed us back and tried to get to know my Maisy and Maisy wasn't having it, that is until I gave the woman a tennis ball. Then Maisy was her bestie :) They don't have indoor outdoor kennels where dogs can relieve themselves outside - they do need to be taken out - there are alot of yards, and alot of dogs. They had a bone shaped swimming pool, toddler beds for the dogs to sleep in (if they aren't destructive. You can order a kong, play time, pool time on top of the walks and other outdoor time. If your dog is daycare ok, I think that is part of the boarding experience. Mine isn't so she had 1-1 time with one of the guys who wore her out playing catch. She also got to go swimming. The price was really reasonable and 100% recommend this boarding kennel because my Maisy was happy to see me when I picked her up, but from the pictures they sent, she also had a great time at the kennels.

Our 2 fur babies Leo and Blossom have been with Vineyard Kennels for over 2 years. With our…read moreschedule requirements we started out full time day care and are now doing 1-2 days per week with boarding care sprinkled here and there as needed. The staff at Vineyard are phenomenal with obvious love and care for all animals. communication is a breeze via a variety of means with a willingness to accommodate any special needs your pup(s) may have. This past Halloween Leo and Blossom were Miss Piggy and Kermit so as Kermit would say "with good friends, you can't lose" or as we would say "with Vineyard Kennels, you can't lose".

This review is very difficult for me to write. We boarded our 1 year old yellow lab with Susan once…read morebefore and that stay had gone well. He came home filthy, but that is to be expected. We decided to board him again for the weekend we were moving from Paso to SLO to avoid having him underfoot with the movers. When I picked him up on Sunday he was standing at the gate with a sad look in his eyes. He jumped into the back of the car as fast as he could and immediately began crying. He was caked in mud so we took him directly to Lemo's pet store for a bath. He cried the whole way there. I was shocked because I have never heard him cry like that before. Susan mentioned that 2 of the bigger dogs had been obsessed with our dog and they "played" a lot so I thought he must just be really tired. During his bath he cried the entire time. As the mud washed away I was sickened to see mud crusted/bloody sores all over him, along with a bite mark on his neck. Then I noticed the bottom of his paws were blistered, swollen and raw. My poor baby. When we got home, my fiancé called Susan to find out what had happened. She played dumb and said the two dogs were chasing him around and trying to bite his collar. She separated them for a bit and then let them at it again. My poor dog was bullied for 3 days and she did nothing to keep him safe. As for his paws... it was 108 in Paso that weekend and the vet said his paws were burned from running around on the hot concrete. Her response was that she has shade for the dogs. Well apparently, her little shade tarp is not sufficient. I imagine my poor dog doing anything he can to get away from the other dogs and sacrificing his poor paws in the act of trying to get away. Our poor dog has been so traumatized that for the first 3 days he was home he would startle and start barking aggressively at any small noise. I know Susan means well and would never intentionally let a dog be hurt, but it has been heartbreaking to see our dog suffer from staying at her kennel. It seems like maybe she should charge more and have fewer dogs so that she is able to manager them better. All I know is that my dog will never be left there, or at any kennel again.

Just picked up our two dogs from Bed and Biscuit after they had an 11-day stay with Susan. To say…read moreit was a positive experience is an understatement. Upon meeting Susan, during the get-to-know each other phase, our family immediately felt at ease. As our dogs began their stay with Susan, her attention to communication throughout their stay continued to be a great encouragement to know that they were in very capable hands. We will definitely bring our dogs back to Susan during our next vacation!

Janice is amazing! We dropped off our GSD for 2 days and on the second day, he was so excited to go…read moreback. Definitely recommend Janice if you're looking for a place to drop off your furry friend! She also sends photo updates which is so greatly greatly appreciated!

Janice is amazing at what she does. Loved the way she introduced my 6 month old maltipoo Mia to…read moreother dogs there, one by one, making sure she was ok. As I was away, Janice texted me photos of Mia, showing me how comfortable and happy she was. Great! I felt in peace, Mia was in very good hands. Thank you Janice, I absolutely recommend your place 100%!

We needed a pet sitter while we were in Morro Bay and had a dinner in SLO. We weren't comfortable…read moreleaving "our boys" in the hotel room alone for a few hours that far away. So with a just a days notice, Serra was happy to come over to our hotel and sit with them! I felt comfortable with her from our first phone conversation and even more so when we met her. She arrived a little early for a meet and greet before we left the boys in her care. She is extremely friendly, totally focused on the pets, and very professional. She even sent us pics of the boys while we were gone! We highly recommend her and her services! Thank you, Serra, for taking such good care of our boys, Artie and Teddy! We will be calling you again the next time we are here in the area!

Serra was absolutely amazing. I was up from San Diego and staying in nearby Cayucos for the…read moreweekend. I needed to find a last minute dog sitter while away for the day. I called at 7 am sharp and Serra was more than happy to help me out even though she was booked for the day. She rearranged her schedule to help accommodate my needs and her customer service was top notch. I highly recommend her business and am so thankful to have found her.

From the moment I was greeted when I took my little dog in for grooming to the moment I picked him…read moreup this was a wonderful experience. Not only was my sweet little anxiety ridden dog treated with kindness and love, he also received the best grooming he has ever had in his 9 years. Destiny was the sweetest, most loving person and groomer. I'm always a little anxious when I leave Buster with a groomer because he's so sensitive and anxious I hope he is not being mistreated in any way. But Destiny was the kindest, sweetest groomer I have ever met. I knew he was in good hands. Maddie was also the sweetest person. I recently moved from Florida back to California and I'm so happy that I found this establishment. They are also kind of out in the country in Arroyo Grande and it's a really pretty place. Each person I met that works there greeted me with a smile and warm welcome. This is truly an exceptional place .

Great veterinary doctor and wonderful sensitive office! They love animals and listen to you about…read moreyour pet problems! Highly recommend!

I recently hired Linda while surfing at Pismo Beach. Initially I was a little nervous as I wasn't…read morefrom the area. However, my fears were soon set aside as Linda took my dog while I removed my board from my car and began putting on my wetsuit. Without me saying a word, she suggested walking my dog within eyeshot. Little by little, I started feeling more confident and was able to relax. Her suggestion of remaining close helped my dog to feel less worried as well as the yummy treats she fed her. What I found most remarkable about Linda was her flexibility. Like an expert surfer, she navigated the situation with ease, rootling through her trunk for a towel when I forgot one, finding water for my dog when she got thirsty, and safeguarding my car keys when I was in the water. All this while a wildfire was causing evacuations within a county of her house! Vacationing as a single person with a Border Collie is not without its challenges; thanks to Linda, I was in a better position to meet those challenges and have fun.

Excellent Dog Sitter! We gave her a work out between two hotel rooms and three dogs and she did a…read morefantastic job managing them all. Thank you Linda! We will use her services again. Highly recommended, because she knows how to care for your dogs and/or cats. A++

I went to a free dog training demonstration at LUCKY DOG and was very impressed with the trainer…read moreAND the facilities. Sarah, the trainer, had the perfect background credentials, self-confidence and philosophy so I signed up my dog to be trained by her at the dog resort. The protocols for safety (physically and emotionally) at the facility are outstanding. Soon,I met with Sarah and she developed a training proposal which I approved. My dog came home from daycare TIRED and less clingy each time he went there. When his training was complete, I was shown how to do the trainer's commands and motions and now my dog's demeanor in our home and in public is calmer and our relationship is at a new level of trust and respect (both ways). I feel very pleased with both Lucky Dog and Sarah and highly recommend both for both daycare, boarding and training

We absolutely love Lucky Dog Pet Resort! Our dog, Sam, lights up the moment we pull into the…read moreparking lot and every time I pick him up, he's happy, tired, and completely content. That alone speaks volumes! He absolutely loves the dog pool parties, yard time, and group play with other dogs, but one of my favorite things as a pet parent is getting photo updates of his one-on-one enrichment sessions. Whether it's a cuddle session, a game of fetch, or some extra love and attention, it means the world to me to see him so engaged and joyful! Those updates are such a special touch, and they make me feel like I'm right there with him. The staff at Lucky Dog Pet Resort is amazing. They're kind and you can tell they genuinely care about every single dog. It doesn't feel like just another boarding facility, it feels like Sam is staying with people who know him and love having him there. The facility itself is beautiful, clean, secure, and clearly designed with dogs in mind. The play yards, pool area, and even the enrichment activities are what make Lucky Dog feel like a true luxury pet resort. I honestly wouldn't take Sam anywhere else! If you're in San Luis Obispo County and looking for the best dog daycare or overnight dog boarding, Lucky Dog Pet Resort is the place. I live in San Luis Obipso but driving to Lucky Dog is well worth the drive to know I have a peace of mind, happy dog, and a team that goes above and beyond!

We are new to the area and needed to find someone who could care for our parrots for a weekend…read more Carlos answered my call and we arranged a meet and greet with our birds. He was very conscientious and sent pictures of our flock each day. I would highly recommend him!

Terrific pet sitter. He took care of my husky for three nights and the dog was sad to see him go…read more He really makes your animal feel loved while you can't be there.

Judy genuinely cares about the animals that she grooms, and it shows! They do an excellent job,…read moreand my little chihuahuas have both enjoyed their visits! Highly recommended!!

I really love Hair of the Dog and have been taking my pup here for the last couple of years. The…read moreowner is super friendly and always tries to accommodate our doggy, even when we need a semi-last minute wash. My dog always comes out looking so adorable after every visit! A heads-up: it's cash only, so be prepared to have it ready. Parking is easy, and it's conveniently located in the same plaza as Domino's Pizza.