Our two goldens have been with the pack for 5+ years and we could not imagine life without Vince,…read moreKatie, Chris or the rest of the incredible crew. They are the backbone of the family, helping make owning dogs easy. They are always available in a pinch, even after hours when my wife was going into labor. The pups have a blast, but most importantly, we just trust them and know they will be safe.

My dog and I love Vince and all the walkers at penny and the jets! They really exercise the dogs…read moreand he's tired when he comes home. They are easy to get in contact with and I feel like they genuinely care about my dog. I'm very thankful!

First time getting my cat professionally groomed and Sharon was such a delight to work with. She…read moreupdated me on what she was doing, how my cat was feeling and just providing brief updates on the grooming session. I went with a lion cut for my cat and it turned out just the way i imagined. It's been almost a month and my cat still smells and feels super clean. Will definitely bring him back for grooming.

During the past few years, we have asked Al to take care of our two cats whenever we went on…read morevacation. We decided to go to Hawaii at the last minute last week and we asked Al to take care of our cats. Despite our last minute request, Al was very accommodating and he did such an amazing job as usual! Our cats were super soft from good brushing when we returned. In addition to taking very good care of our cats, he took very good care of our mail, newspapers, trash collection, etc. Our place was very clean when we came back (one of our cats vomits sometimes and Al must have cleaned them well). He always updates us with nice photos of our cats while we are away and he communicates very well with us. He is very trustworthy and dependable. Also, his charge is very reasonable for all the things he does. I could tell our cats were very happy with Al, as they were quite mellow when we returned. Our cats were quite loud and needy when we had a different sitter. We found Al through Yelp when we desperately needed a new cat sitter. We wanted to write our review to help out those who need a very good cat sitter. We strongly recommend Al for anyone who needs an excellent cat sitter.

I met Brendan years ago when he was walking my roommates dog every day. That dog was a bit of a…read morehandful, he didn't come when called, couldn't be trusted around other dogs, and had an interesting temperament. After daily trips out with Brendan, the pooch began to develop better manners and eventually started following some basic commands from people. If you knew this guy, you'd know that was massive development! A few years later, I adopted an amazingly energetic boy named Dexter. Dex was already well behaved but has boundless energy that really needed an outlet while we are away at work. Since my roommate had such great luck with Brendan, I decided to give him a call. Its been two years since we started working with Brendan and I couldn't be happier! Brendan has a key to our house and takes Dex out several times a week to go on doggie excursions and knock out some of that energy. Every day when we get home, we can tell Dex has enjoyed a solid workout. What's better is that Brendan is happy to board Dex at his home anytime we have to leave town. We often joke that Dex would prefer to live with Brendan, as he is always thrilled to see him. Sometimes he boards him for a night, other times it can be weeks. No matter how long we're gone, we know he's in good hands and he is always happy to accommodate our schedules to ensure Dex is taken care of. If you need a dog walker or boarder that you can trust, look no further than Brendan. He is amazing and I can't say enough great things about him!

Brendan is the best! I was very sad to have to find another option for my sweet dog (she was…read morestruggling with separation anxiety and needed all-day care), and hope to be able to return to Brendan as soon as possible. He truly cares for dogs and their people. He's communicative, kind, and thoughtful about the dogs he welcomes into his pack. My dog loved him and the pack! Thanks, Brendan, for taking such good care of Beezus.

I can't say enough great things about Top Dog SF! This might sound a little unconventional, but I…read morejust hosted a 10th birthday party for my dog here after he went through a really intense health journey last year so this milestone meant everything to my family and I. From the very beginning, the process was incredibly smooth. Reaching out through their website and coordinating the booking for a non-hosted event was so easy, and the communication was clear, responsive, and genuinely helpful. The space itself was absolutely perfect and exactly what I was looking for to celebrate with close friends and family. Everything came together seamlessly, which made the day even more special and stress-free. I catered food and brought my own decor and it was an easy set up and takedown. I'm so grateful to the team at Top Dog SF for helping make this meaningful celebration possible. I would 100% book here again. Thank you so much!

Top Dog changed our lives! We enrolled our puppy Donut in the Puppy Headstart program, and we could…read morenot be more blown away. They truly transformed him. As brand-new dog parents, we had no idea where to start, and Mike not only trained Donut every day, but also coached us on how to reinforce training at-home. The daily training videos they sent were incredibly helpful and made it easy to repeat everything on our own. Donut is now more confident, relaxed, and well-mannered - we're honestly so impressed and so proud of how far he's come. And the best part? He LOVES going to school. He happily trots through the door every day, which tells us everything we need to know about how well he's cared for. The whole staff has been nothing short of amazing: so patient, kind, and truly invested in every dog. Donut was especially loved by Mike, Michelle, and Raina, and we're so grateful for each of them. Natalie, the owner, is also an absolute pleasure to work with and runs a fantastic program. Yes, this program is an investment, but it is worth every penny! We could not recommend Top Dog SF more. If you're on the fence, do it. Your dog (and you!) will be better for it.

Dani is the Best! If your lucky enough to be in her area, she will take the absolute best care of…read moreyour pets. I've been using Dani on and off for the past 8 years and she is fantastic. I can totally relax on a trip knowing our Shepard is in the best hands with Dani.

Dani & Keith are the BEST cat sitters EVER!!!!! Very responsive, local folks, and they really…read more*care* about the animals they care for. We've been using them for years as cat sitters and it's so great knowing our cats are in great hands! Thank you Dani & Keith!

After scanning the pages and pages of five-star reviews for Elaine and her business, I feel at a…read moreloss to write something that provides additional insight or perspective on how fantastic Elaine is. The reviews here get all the details - deeply caring for your beloved fuzzball, plant whispering, coming back to find the house cleaner than you left it, medication administration, the heartwarming and occasionally hilarious notes... The truth is that it's all been written over and over again; Elaine cares deeply for your pets and your home. Elaine has taken care of my cats since 2014 on more occasions than I can count, and I trust her implicitly. She has demonstrated a level of care for my cats, my plants, and my home that is unmatched by any pet-sitter I've ever known. She is overflowing with compassion and intellect, and she is organized and detail-oriented in a way that is dizzying to contemplate. I remember that, when I moved, she had a system for updating my records so the transition was flawless: new key, new alarm code, house preferences, new garbage night - because yes, she takes out and brings in the garbage! Perhaps one novel perspective I can offer is the deep confidence I have in her ability to figure things out if the unexpected arises. I have taken several long hikes where I am away from any cell coverage for up to three weeks at a time. Before the first of these hikes, Elaine and I discussed some contingencies and made arrangements, including a veterinary care directive and emergency plan. If veterinary care is required, Elaine will be able to address it and advocate for my pets the way that I would. This gave me a comfort that is beyond words when I was off in the wilderness. I know that, if I've forgotten some detail, Elaine will take care of it thoroughly and completely. I have recommended Elaine to everyone I know with a cat, and if you're at all on the fence, don't be - get in touch with her and save yourself and your pets from a "learning experience" elsewhere. Elaine is a true professional, a local small-business-owner who provides a service far superior to any corporation's, and she will impress and endear you in a way that exceeds expectations.

I reached out to Elaine to help take care of my cats over a weekend. She arrived promptly at the…read moreappointed time, dilligently took notes about what needed to be done, asked clarifying questions, followed instructions, and went the extra mile on top of that. She put my trash bins out for me as part of her service, she took care of some feeder mice for my partner's snakes, she emptied litter, she fed wet and dry and kept the big boii from stealing the slower, pickier eater's food. She spent real time with the cats, she did not just enter and leave. She checked in and made sure that she did everything correctly. Elaine is a professional and did an outstanding job. I am a highly satisfied customer and intend to call on her services again when I need them. Cannot recommend enough for anyone in SF.

We have been using Urban Paw's dog walking services for our Boston Terrier for nearly 10 years, and…read morewe have loved it. Our dog started with them when she was just a puppy, and we never had to worry about her being around older or larger dogs; the team does a fantastic job of looking out for the smaller pups. We love that the dogs have so much outdoor space to play in throughout the day--we call it "camp" for our dog! Emy and her team are incredible at keeping us updated with pictures/videos and ensuring we are always informed about anything we need to know. Honestly, it is a great value for everything that is included, and we are so grateful for the consistent, loving care they have provided our pup over the years.

We've been using Emy and the Urban Paw crew for over a year now and absolutely love it! Our high…read moreenergy and social Aussiedoodle loves her adventures with the pack. Emy is so responsive to us and sensitive to the needs of all the dogs. Josie comes home excited and pooped all at the same time. Highly recommend!

Mary has sit for our cat for over five years. She understands cats better than anyone I've met and…read morealways goes above and beyond (e.g., brings a variety of toys for playtime to accommodate each cat's different tastes, takes care of our plants, etc.). Our cat is afraid of anyone entering our apartment except Mary, and is always relaxed when we come home. She even took care of our cat shortly after he had surgery for a urinary blockage and he was at ease when we returned - I would have cancelled our trip if we didn't have Mary, who sent us regular, detailed updates and lots of photos throughout. Mary is truly a cat expert and we are very grateful to have her help whenever we're out of town.

Having moved around a lot, we've had the need to hire a number of cat sitters over the years. Mary…read morehas been the best by far! She really, truly does go above and beyond when it comes to making sure our cats are well cared for while we're away. The initial consultation was very thorough and she asked a lot of questions to get to know our cats' needs, likes, and dislikes. She has taken the time to get to know ours cats on her visits and allowed time for them to get to know her. We have one very shy kitty that most people aren't able to get close to. Mary has gained his trust and he will walk right up to her and play with her. She is very good at sending us updates and photos when she is visiting. I'd recommend Mary to anyone - it feels wonderful to know our cats are well-taken care of whenever we leave home.

My cats and I had a wonderful experience with Comforted Kitty. Our sitter made friends with my cats…read moreon her first visit. That's right, they visit first to meet your animals and find out how to care for them. You also enter all the information in an app, so you know they have all the details to complete your requests. Our sitter did a fantastic job! Everything was done as specified. Each day of my trip, I received a full report on their daily habits and several pictures to put my mind at ease. It was worth paying a little more than you would for a neighborhood teen. Highly recommend!

My experience with Comforted Kitty has been phenomenal. Firstly, the communication with the…read morecompany's staff has been excellent from the start. I have been fortunate enough to have Christy be the sitter caring for my cat, Birdie, twice (most recently for a three day trip I took). She is everything I would hope for in someone I entrust with taking care of my sweet cat, who is like a baby to me. I am especially particular in who I trust with this responsibility! Christy is compassionate, extremely communicative, reliable and timely, patient in answering my questions, is detail-oriented when caring for Birdie, is gentle in her interactions with her, and provides a detailed report of each visit, including photos. She is extremely professional and skilled. It eases my stress tremendously knowing Birdie is under her responsible and thoughtful care during my absence. I highly recommend Comforted Kitty and Christy, and plan to use her for a couple longer trips this summer!

Rebecca has been so amazing to work with. Scheduling is easy as she's very responsive (and quick…read morewhen you need it!) She's done day care for my puppy Kuma and our two cats multiples times now and they're all comfortable with her being in the house. Rebecca has saved me a couple times as well when I needed someone to dogsit last minute, so I'm really thankful for that. She will also update you throughout the day if there are any potty accidents, eating habits, funny moments, photos, etc. so you'll feel connected with your fur baby even if you're not there physically. Thanks Rebecca!

This is the first time I ever hired a professional pet sitter for my spoiled and picky bun buns…read more Rebecca is super meticulous, professional, and compassionate. She immediately put me at ease with how quick she "got" the daily care routine for my three bunnies. She even brought up things I never even thought of that were super important! What an animal lover! During vacation, Rebecca updated me everyday with photos and comments. She is great with their enrichment in addition to the essential needs as well. When I returned, my buns were super healthy and happy and the house was clean and tidy. I cannot recommend Rebecca highly enough and I am so happy to find her for my future pet sitter when traveling!