What a charming business. The lady who owns this gem could not be more perfect for the task of…read morelooking after your beloved pets. Not a cold environment like an animal shelter, this kind lady takes lucky dogs into her home and makes them part of her family. Warm and inviting she has opened her home so when your best buddy needs to have care during the day while you are at work....or stay longer while you are away on a business trip you simply could not hope to find a kinder soul to look after your furry friend.

From the owner: I have been professionally working with animals for nearly 20 years. I enjoy building a bond with…read morepets and gently working with them to build trust and respect. My specialty is adventure outings, where I take a small pack of well-behaved dogs out to a nature beach to run around and play. I pick them up from their home, supervise them having a great time, and towel dry them before bringing them back home. If your dog isn’t trained off-leash and you’d like for them to be, I can help! I use positive reinforcement and consistency to make progress. The first step is to build trust and a bond, and to show that coming out with me will bring great fun and rewards. When the time is right, I can slowly start to allow them to have more freedom, while training vital recall skills. If you feel your dog isn’t a candidate to go off-leash, I can also do leashed hikes, neighborhood walks, drop-ins and pet transportation to vet and grooming appointments. I have experience with newborn puppies all the way to geriatric and special-needs. Check out my website for more information, and feel free to text or email with questions or to set up a time to talk.

Linda has been grooming my full-coated Lhasa Apsos for nearly 25 years. Not only do they look…read morebeautiful when she is done but she has taught me a lot about caring for their coats between visits. She is also an experienced dog trainer so knows how to make the dogs enjoy the visit. Mary is also a delight, BTW, and has done on excellent job on my dogs when Linda was unable to do them

Linda is absolutely perfection. 15 years now!! Dino passed in April and we adopted Dug. So Astro…read moreand Dug every three weeks.

the staff and doctors are the best! I really appreciate Georgias ability to get my dog and cat in…read more Shannon for treating them like her own and Dr. Wirga making sure they are happy and healthy. we miss them since moving but hope to one day come back to see them all. Denise, Phoebe and George

My crusty aging miniature poodle has been a client of Aptos Capitola Veterinary Hospital since…read more2020. I think we are "Furequent Flyers" at this point- the staff here have nursed Lorraine through tumor removals, teeth extractions, a dog attack, rampant diarrhea, and many, many vaccines. I feel that the care team at Aptos-Cap are kind and also very professional: They have always ensured my dog has access to the highest standard of care but are considerate and non-judgmental when I decline procedures or ask for cheaper alternatives (e.g. declining an echocardiogram and sticking to x-rays and careful monitoring of my dog's heart condition). I've had the pleasure of working with all three veterinarians at the clinic and each of them are cost conscious, reminding me of prices as they build the invoice and suggesting strategies for meeting my needs. For example, they determined that my very anxious dog needed a sedative (gabapentin?) for a procedure and Dr. Hage explained to me the steep price difference between intravenous versus the slower but cheaper oral option. My dog is on multiple medications and they have happily given me paper-copies of the prescriptions to buy my meds at wholesale pharmacies. All the techs I've had are very gentle and patient with my dog (shout-out Trish!). Their new clinic is *noice* and feels exceptionally clean. Georgia at the front desk is the sweetest but on top of it with last-minute requests. No complaints about costs... Vet care in California is extraordinarily expensive across the board and Santa Cruz County is one of the most expensive places in the state to live or run a small business. I waited in long long lines at the free monthly vet care clinics when I was younger. You get what you pay for.

Always go here for my dogs food and treats. Also have gotten bird feed here. They have a good…read morevariety. Staff is friendly and helpful.

very good experience there, getting supplies for my new cat. The owner, Damian, seems to understand…read morethe pet reality emotionally as well as commercially. When my longtime soulcat (16 good years) died, i was surprised to get a sincere consolation email from Damian! And don't be fooled by the small-seeming exterior of the store; there's a huge amount of stuff in there, aisle after aisle, several rooms.

Boy did we hit the doggy jackpot with finding Hayne!! We live in Half Moon Bay and she has been…read morekind enough to come and stay at our place to care for our home and needy pug Trippy and our old gal Stella. This woman is a true dog whisperer! She not only walks them but brushes them twice a day. Our dogs clearly adore her. She is dependable and one of the most trustworthy people we have ever known. We are so blessed to have met her! A++++ dog sitter. We adore her!

We can't say enough wonderful things about Hayne and the exceptional care she provides for our fur…read morebaby, Bexley. Thanks to Yelp, we found THE best dog sitter after relocating to Capitola last summer- and feel inclined to pay the recommendation forward. From Bexley's first stay, it was apparent that he and Hayne had formed a special bond; that he fit right in with her and her canine crew. We feel so comfortable leaving our little guy with her, and are able to rest assured that he is getting lots of love, walks, and play time while we're away. And, we always return home to a calm, happy, and often clean & well groomed little guy (Hayne is also an excellent groomer!) We feel truly blessed to have found such a loving and trustworthy dog sitter. Bexley gives her 10 puppy paws up!:)

This place is so adorable! the treat selection is fantastic, and the owner is super sweet. An…read moreabsolute must visit for any pet owner.

Lovely staff and great items!! Will continue to go here to get gifts for my dog, highly recommend.read more

Cindie's work with animals is incredibly effective - I've heard of dozens of success stories from…read moreher and her clients. I refer my patients to her services and hear great things in response! One in particular sticks out: A sweet dog was getting eye surgery and I recommended Cindie work with him. And when he came back for his post-surgical check up, the vet was astounded that the inflammation was totally clear - something the vet had never seen before! So if you're wondering whether it's worth it to have your pet receive some energy healing when you're already spending so much for their health - the answer is YES! It can make the recovery process easier and less drawn out for your pet (that means less costly too). If you're looking for an unforgettable experience, take a class with Cindie Ambar. I don't have pets now, but I love connecting with animals. I took my pregnant wife to a workshop at the pregnant mare rescue on how to bond with animals and we had the most magical time. The baby horses came right up to us and loved us up after we meditated with them. I can't think of a better gift to give another person than a magical experience like that! And if you want to build your skills as an animal healer yourself - take her Reiki classes! Cindie is the real deal - give her a call and step into her world. She's got brilliant talents and resources.

There are no words that can accurately portray just how profound and life-altering Cindie's work…read moreis! Cindie is exceptionally adept in understanding what your body, mind, and spirit require at any given moment while supporting you on your healing journey. Her powerful intuition, deep sense of compassion, and rich experience makes her invaluable as a healer and simply a wonderful human being to work with. Over the past 3 years, Cindie has helped me overcome some of the most challenging moments of my life through her vast repertoire of healing modalities; by breaking old patterns, tearing down ancient barriers, and shedding a multitude of layers, I feel a sense of hope and joy restored in my daily life! If you're looking to give holistic healing a try, look no further-I highly recommend booking a session with Cindie!

Tammy is amazing, her grooming services alone deserves the 5 star rating, but her her…read moredaytime/overnight care for her doggy patrons is the best that I have ever been exposed to. She is a wizard at getting dogs to behave in the most agreeable fashion. Her love for her calling is evident in how she handles both her 4 legged patrons and their owners!

Tammys place has such a happy vibe. The groomers do a great job. My dog seems to enjoy his spa…read moretime. I love being greeted by the dogs in day care.

The doctors and staff were wonderful however we paid $1200 for them to tell us our dog had a muscle…read moresprain and we're sent home with anti-inflammatories.

I have never disliked a vet more. I gave them a second try after a terribly offensive 1st visit…read more Nurse completely ignored the fact my dog is a rescue and is extremely nervous, blaming me for her behavior saying I'm the problem. Came back for a second visit trying to tell myself to not overthink it. And yet again, was COMPLETELY shamed for feeding my dog fresh food. (Which by the way we debunked her views she could not back up). I WILL NEVER COME HERE again. The worst.