My little guy gets so excited as we get close to Elliot's House; he can never wait to start playing…read morewith all his pup friends (and make new ones). I've been trying to get him here at least once a week, but may bump it up to two now that the weather is getting colder and the days darker. When I pick him up he's usually really amped from all the playtime, but after dinner quickly settles and chills with my husband and I on the couch - a tall order, as he is firmly in his angsty teen puppy phase. Weird aside, but I recently reached out to customer service to see if they've been cleaning him or spraying him with something before I pick him up, because he usually comes home smelling surprisingly fresh - I was told that nope, it's just the clean environment! All in all, this place is a great spot for your pup to get their socialization in and wind-up-toy energy out. I love that they know my guy by name (even if he's one of, like, seven Cooper's who visits), and I adore how happy he is to walk through the door each visit. Nice local spot filled with people who really care about their furry clients.

My little guy has been to this establishment a few times, our last experience has been the worst…read more He stayed there for a weekend and came home with a bloody injury under his eye. When I asked them if they can provide any insight on what happened, they mentioned he was playing rough and was relaxing by himself- my dog doesn't relax by himself when he's around other dogs, he's playful and his RELIABLE dog sitter calls him the life of the party. They did however confirm they saw blood on the floor but just assumed it was from another dog's urine-- WHAT! As a dog owner we all know when there's blood in a dog's urine it is watery, it doesn't actually look like blood! My dog had blood under his eye, an open wound and blood reside in his hair. His veterinarian confirmed it wasn't an injury playing with another dog.

Danielle and her team have cared for my dog since she was a pup and have always taken great care of…read moreher. I cannot stress enough how sincere and passionate Danielle is about dogs. She invests a lot of time making sure that she is on top of her game and 100% gets dogs. My dog was incredibly anxious from the get go and Danielle knew exactly what to do to build trust and help train her to be her best self. When grooming wasn't going so well, she took the time to teach me how to groom my dog. When I travel my dog stays with her, has a ball and comes back and sleeps for a week. She now is walked by her staff, Anna and adores her as well. We affectionately call her Aunty Danielle in our household.

It is tough to properly articulate how wonderful Bark Around is. Business owner, Danielle, started…read moreassisting us almost three years ago with our energetic, fearful and sickly 6 week old puppy that we were completely overwhelmed by and misguided about during the adoption process. Danielle assisted in getting our dog into a daily walking routine and pointing us in the right direction for appropriate training and veterinary care. Danielle and her team was and continues to be, extremely attentive and patient to our dogs sometimes high maintenance behavioral needs. She has also been invaluable in reinforcing our dogs training and encouraging us to foster a healthy, positive relationship with our dog. This high standard of service is also expected with her awesome employees, it is obvious who is a Bark Around employee around town, attentively walking a small group of calm, happy dogs. We moved to the suburbs a year ago and have yet to find a trust worthy dog walking service that compares to Bark Around, so much so that battling an hour of traffic into the city is well worth it for weekend boarding. I have recommended Bark Around to many,many old neighbors and friends and will continue to do so.

These guys are absolutely amazing, I literally created a yelp account just to make this review. We…read moreneeded daily walks for our golden retriever for only about a month given some temporary housing and The Fetching Hound so greatly exceeded expectations. Their daily email summaries and pictures brought us such joy and they were so kind with our dog, easing her into the rotation with the others. The whole crew is amazing (Lucas, Glenn, Chiara, Sean, Henry), could not recommend more! Couldn't recommend this group any

Mike, Thien and the Fetching Hound Crew are a joy to know! I highly recommend them for your doggy…read moreneeds and found them knowledgeable, accommodating and exceptional with their customer interactions. We had a great experience using them for weekly walks and boarding services for our mini Goldendoodle Wilson and already miss them now that we've relocated to the Philly area. If you are looking for a convenient way to get your dog some exercise, socialization and just to have fun-check out The Fetching Hound. You will be extremely pleased and we also found them to be reasonably priced for the Boston area.

All furbabies and their parents are lucky in Boston area to have Furry Styles…read more Wish Krusty and I could move to Cambridge. Stefani, the owner of Furry Styles, previous owner of Tefani & So. Dogcare in San Francisco, and mom of two golden retrievers, Rossi and Lars, is the savior for us when I was looking for daycare for Krusty back in 2021. I guess all dog parents have their own challenges with their dogs. Krusty is lovable and smart, but she is sometimes moody and protective of her mom. However, Stefani always focused on her positive side and potential and helped Krusty to be better K9 citizen in last 3-4 years while we were with Tefani. Even though Krusty is very picky with human and other dogs, Stefani quickly became her favorite person and Tefani was her favorite place to go every morning. The pictures with Krusty's big smile, which Stefani shared with me every day, always made my day while I was at work. Sometimes, I am not sure how Stefani remembers all details about Krusty, but, Yes, she remembers everything. She knows whether Krusty needs more attention or some space. She communicates with me if there is any I have to be aware of. She took care of Krusty like her own dog with lots of love while I was away. Even though Krusty is very sensitive with others who try to touch her paws or butt, Krusty trusts Stefani for grooming and Stefani knows Krusty so well that she always provides best haircut for Krusty that fit into her lifestyle. We are still sad that Stefani moved to Boston. We miss her so much.

From the owner: At Furry Styles, we believe every dog deserves a pampering experience tailored just for them. Our…read moreapproach focuses on creating a calm and loving environment that helps your pup feel safe, relaxed, and fun during their grooming session. No crate time, no cage drying, no force drier drying, nothing but a wholesome SPA session our fur babies deserve. After working with dogs for over 10 years and raising many of our own, we strongly believe each pup deserves personalized care that fits their individualized personalities and styles. This will not only ensure a smooth grooming experience, but also create an enjoyable and trusted relationship through positive reinforcement. Home is ultimately the most comfortable place to foster this relationship through our services. And the grooming process is totally a state of art.

We have used Fetch for years. They are extremely dependable, good at communication and only use…read morepositive reinforcement for training. My dog has also boarded with Fetch, with great success. Highly recommend!

We came to Mel weary after bad experiences with prior, inexperienced walkers. Mel came in, quickly…read morebuilt rapport with our anxious rescue pups, and had them (and us) at ease in no time. We even told her not to bother walking on of our two dogs due to her demeanor and lack of interest, and Mel wouldn't take no for an answer-she had both dogs off the couch with her in no time. Our dogs not only became better behaved with Mel, but overall happier and easier to walk for us as well. Dave then took over our walks without missing a beat-you won't find anyone more knowledgeable nor dedicated to his clients and their dogs. If we could've taken them with us when we moved out of Somerville, we would've in a heartbeat.

I highly recommend this place for your fur babies I got a…read morelast minute work appointment during my trip in Boston and I was looking for a place to leave my dog for one day, I wasn't sure if I was choosing the right place due to some of the reviews, however they were beyond my expectations; they help me accommodate him at the last minute and keep me posted all the time about him and even gave me helpful tips to keep him calm for our upcoming road trip. My baby had a great time and I will definitely bring him back when I am back in the area. Thanks a lot

I love this place! The employees are very nice and friendly. They remember my dog when I'm dropping…read morehim off. And my pup gets so excited when he realizes we're going there. Thank you for everything you do!!

An update of my review from (gulp) 10 years ago! Patty at The Cat's Pajamas Inn continues to be a…read morelifesaver. I can't imagine how we would have managed juggling our cat and our travel schedule all these years without her. Our guy, Tank, has spent many nights happily ensconced at The Cat's Pajamas where he enjoys spying on the comings and goings from the privacy of his own condo. Yes, we could leave him at home with a cat sitter popping by once or twice daily, but our dude is very social and gets lonely easily. Plus, he is a bit high-maintenance and Patty doesn't bat an eye at his extreme neediness. (LOL) Bottom line: Patty is a total pro. She is caring, considerate, and communicative. She keeps a close eye on her charges and intuits exactly what they need. I just can't say enough good things about her. If you want the best place possible to board your beloved cat, look no further.

Cat's Pajamas Inn is such a wonderful place to book your kitty in for a stay when you need to be…read moreaway. Not only is it a very clean and calm environment, it is so clear that Patty cares for each cat and their needs. Their "condos" have levels for them to explore, each with their own box, and privacy curtains for cats who need more time to adjust to the space. Patty sends an email the day after drop off and throughout their stay to let you know how your cat is adjusting and eating. We all know how hard it can be to have to leave your cat and take them out of the comfort of their home. Knowing how well cared for they are with Patty makes doing so much easier. I could not recommend Cat's Pajamas Inn more highly!

My Daisy has been going here for at least 2 years for grooming. I definitely recommend them for…read moregrooming. My dog is very stubborn and not easy to work with, but her groomer Jess does a great job, and she's very professional.

Great service love the groomers they always do a nice job on my dog never have a problem making an…read moreappointment I definitely recommend them!

I don't usually write reviews, but I feel it's important to share what happened after boarding my…read moredog here. When I picked him up, he seemed unusually withdrawn and upset -- something I've never seen in him before. A couple of days later, he became protective of his food and even bit me, which has never happened in the past. This behavior change makes me question how he was treated or what kind of environment he was in during his stay. I wish I had more transparency about how the dogs are handled and supervised. For anyone considering this place, please make sure you ask detailed questions about their care routines and how they manage stress or behavioral issues. I'm honestly heartbroken and won't be bringing my dog back.

Our dog Gracie has been to the Boston Dog Lodge (we call it Boston Dog Paradise) quite a few…read moretimes. When Erika picks her up on the morning of her first day, Gracie is ecstatic and cannot get into the van fast enough.Can't she just pretend she'll miss us? Safe, fun, communicative, and reliable. Rules about pick up and drop off are very clear and reasonable. Truly a unique experience for both dogs and their peeps. The only reservation I have is for Gracie's next vacation at Boston Dog Lodge.

Doggie Trail (Kate and company) are absolutely the BEST! They take care of my dog (Kasha) as if she…read morewere their own baby and treat her like a member of their family. I work some really challenging hours and anytime I've needed additional walks, support or even last minute overnight care in the case of a family emergency, Kate and her team were there. She is kind, gentle and loves my dog with all her heart. I am so grateful to Kate and her team and cannot recommend Doggie Trail with enough enthusiasm!

Caring and professional service! Kate and her walkers have…read morebeen taking care of Bailey for over 6 years. We would never use another service. She loves dogs and has never let us down. Bailey is a large breed and can look intimidating to people who see her for the first time. Kate's walkers have always been very good with her and she barks and runs around in excitement when she hears them coming. I highly recommend Doggie Trail. Kate is a wonderful person.