Our boy Mo aka Molty aka Moshi has been coming to Walk ATX since 2022. As many of you, our doggo is…read moreour family and we want only the best of the best for him. It is difficult to find a doggy boarding/day care that provides such well rounded, holistic approach to pet care. We have used Walk ATX for boarding, day camp with pick up and drop off included, and for in home check ins with walks. As well as their add-ons like baths and fun photoshoots. Mo is a party animal - we are constantly training, working with him and we fill all of his needs. Yet he is an energetic, happy 2.5yo rescue from Austin Pets Alive. He is a foster win actually. He's always soooo excited when he realizes he's about to get dropped off at Walk ATX and he's welcomed with big smiles and a huge "Hi Mo!!!!!" by the passionate and hard working staff. Walk ATX does pack walks, outdoor playtime in their yard with staff assigned to different groups of dogs. I love that there's constant supervision and a structured day. Including rest/down time, which is just as important as to not overstimulate the doggos. It seems as if Walk ATX has only gotten better over the years. They've incorporated training, special add-ons, and cool adventures. Last time Mo stayed with them while we were in Costa Rica, Britton and the team were super attentive (Mo was on limited activity for the first few days per our vet), and even called to give an update, in addition to their daily updates via email and on their app "Time to Pet". I know Mo is cared for and looked after by a group of caring animal lovers.

Like others I live off of reviews so giving you guys the raw version for all my over protective pet…read moreparents like myself. This review is only based off of my experience/ first impressions and this business may work amazingly for your dog! Once I found Walk ATX it took me a while to get in contact with someone, called a couple times, left a voicemail, sent a couple emails -to no avail! Sent a dm on insta as a last resort and finally got in contact with someone! Yay! Erika helped me set up my account and went over daycare. Dropped my pup off for his first day! First impressions matter to me and as someone who is nervous I would have loved to see them greet my dog. Instead the woman at the front ( not sure her name - mullet - immediately went into a quick " take off the leash. What's his name? You'll get an update at 11" And then I watched her usher him straight to the backyard. No saying hi to the dog, no convo with me, no easing his nerves, no questions about him, no petting him, no introductions, nothing. I didn't love that, especially since it was our first time and it made me much more nervous to drop him off there. Around 11:00 I started to look for updates, none. Tried to call 3 times, no answer. Again this is his first day so not hearing anything on how he was doing and getting no photos - nerves then rose to an all time high. People are allowed to have bad days so will update this after a few more times. Just know the first day is not as informative or warm may not be as warm as you'd expect.

I absolutely LOVE Ken and his team! My dog has the best time with him - walks, park visits, meeting…read moreother dogs, swimming, and all sorts of adventures. I'm a first time dog mom and am very worried person - I totally trust Ken Walks Dogs. They send photos and updates and are super easy to book through the app. My dog can't wag her tail hard enough when they pick her up - and she naps for hours when she's back from her adventure. Honestly, book him just for the professional style photos and videos! Keep coming back for the joy he brings your pup.

My dog loved it when the friendly dog walker from Ken Walks Dogs would knock on the door and out…read morethey would go for a fun field trip. I loved these days because when she came back, I knew that she had enjoyed hanging out with other pups and getting to walk in some of Austin's beautiful parks. I could feel good about my dog traveling safely, because they have Commercially Insured Pet Taxi licensure (the last company I utilized didn't have any kind of safety measures when traveling).In terms of management, you can read the website to get a feel for how this company is managed, or I can make it easy and just tell you that Ken is a very hands-on, engaged owner. He is willing to work with clients to meet their individual needs. He responds to every text within a few hours. He hires great people -- trustworthy, reliable people -- who love animals, making you feel good as you send your pup out the door.

thorough caring pet sitter watched both our pups while we traveled and snt pics! highly recommend…read moreher you'll be glad you did

From the owner: Trusted In-Home Pet Care 30+ Years of Experience…read more Animals are my heart. I’ve been caring for pets for over 30 years, and I’m often called an animal (and child!) whisperer. I build trust quickly with even shy or anxious pets — only a couple in all these years haven’t warmed up right away. I believe animals thrive in familiar surroundings, so I come to your home to keep their routine consistent and stress-free. Whether you need daily visits, overnights, or just someone reliable while you’re away, I’m here to help your pets feel safe, loved, and understood. Specialties: • Dogs, cats, small animals (just ask!) • Senior & special-needs pets • Feeding, meds, walks, enrichment play • Clear communication & updates while you’re away If your fur babies are family, we’re going to get along great. I’d love to meet you and learn how I can support your pet’s unique needs.

If my dogs weren't already used to their walker, I'd leave. Changes as of late have made this…read moreservice less than what it once was. No longer send email updates on walks. They no longer send photos to us as proof of walk and validation our dogs are happy. Rather than send photos to the owners, they take photos which are relayed back to corporate. I'm to believe this change is somehow beneficial to me? They have stated they no longer have the capacity to manually relay photos to clients, but ARE able to manually relay photos to corporation. A tad counterintuitive and certainly not focused on customer. They've also stated having a lock box at my house makes me more secure because they no longer hold onto keys. Sure, unless someone takes the box, their employees access my house after hours, etc...It's the same situation as before except more people have access to my keys than before. OH, and every update they give us online are EXACTLY the same day after day after day. Clearly, my dogs do not pee and poop the same number of times weeks in a row. They continue to insist clients love all their changes and fail to acknowledge any decrease in service as a result. It's "my perception," which clearly doesn't matter and is dismissed as a minority view rather than at all validated. What was once a good business has taken a hit. UPDATE: NO phone calls. No responses from the Dog Butlers. Having now talked to friends, found out they've dropped Austin Dog Butler.

I'm new to Austin 2 months ago. I travel quite a bit and wasn't sure what or how I would juggle my…read more13 yr old rat terrier. I called him the day I moved into town and he was fantastic. He has been looking after my dog on a regular basis. Cool thing is that when he is finished checking on your pet, he sends you a personalized email with a pic of your pet. Cost is soooo reasonable compared to boarding. He is a life saver. If you are considering a similar service just stop, call, and give him an opportunity. He has several clients throughout the downtown apartment buildings and has easy access. So well worth the time and very little $$$.

I have owed these guys a review for awhile now. I have been using them for in-home pet-care visits…read morewhile I'm out of town for probably a couple of years. It's far and away the best choice for me: way, way cheaper than boarding, and easier on my little buddy, too, since he gets to stay in a familiar environment. Now, I only have one easy-peasy kittycat with no health issues or complicated routines - but *I* am sort of high-maintenance, in that I tend to be super disorganized and down-to-the-wire when planning my travel. They are not kidding when they say they guarantee availability for repeat clients. They have always been super responsive, kind, and reassuring in communications when I am feeling frazzled and worried about securing care at the last minute, and always ready to come in to save the day! Bella (Isabella) is not the owner but she runs the show day-to-day, I believe, and she is awesome, friendly, capable, and great at responding to messages. Depending on who does the actual service, I sometimes get photos and text updates and sometimes don't, but it has always gone well. Everyone seems trustworthy and like they are genuine animal-lovers. The only slight downside is that in the past they have seemed a little disorganized with invoicing/billing (repeat bills or not getting one at all) but now they have a new system that works very well. It also allows tips, which I appreciate, since I don't usually have cash on hand to leave as a tip. (Note for people new to pet-sitting services: you should leave a tip! I had to learn this.) Anyway as a single person, new to the area, and without a lot of people I feel comfortable asking to do favors for me, it is a great comfort to have this affordable service to rely on. I think I first chose Fur because they were willing to help me over a holiday, when other places said they wouldn't be able to accommodate a new client, and because of a Yelp offer. And I stuck around after using that coupon!

My wife and I have been clients of Fur Pet Care for many years, and for very good reason. In all…read morethat time, they have without fail been responsive, communicative, and dependable. Above all, they have cared for our dogs just as much as we do. Whether they are caring for them at our home while we are out of town, or taking them to the park and play dates during a workday, we always rest easy knowing that they are in the very best of hands. We cannot recommend them highly enough, and will continue to rely on Fur Pet Care for as long as we have pets.

Jen has been watching our two cats since we got back to traveling after Covid…read more She is wonderful. She sends daily updates with pics and spends time playing with the cats (probably more than we do). Always easy to work with for scheduling, etc.

I am two cats that Jenn has been taking care of for almost 10 years. She feeds and plays with my…read moregirls. Takes care of LB clean up and sends me pictures and/or video with each visit. I know I. An always count on her care for my fluffy girls.

Hound for Hound dog walking and pet sitting is awesome! Matt has cared for our cats many times and…read morebrought us great peace of mind while we have been away from home. Communication is above and beyond, with photos and texts of our happy creatures every visit he makes. Prices are very reasonable, and he's funny! Highly recommend!

Buca is a 130lb Saint Berdoodle, member of our family and has become best buds with Matt from Hound…read morefor Hound. My family and I have been consistently using Hound for Hound's services 3-5 times a week for the past year, and I must say, Matt has been nothing short of phenomenal. Living in East Austin, we've seen our fair share of unpredictable weather, but Matt's commitment never wavers. Rain or shine, cold or hot - he's there, ensuring our beloved Buca gets his much-needed walks and care. What truly sets Matt apart is his reliability and honesty. He's not just a dog walker; he's become a part of our extended family. This was especially evident during our month-long trip out of the country. Austin faced some serious freeze days, and it was over the Christmas holidays, yet Matt was there, braving the elements to make sure Buca was well looked after. He didn't just walk Buca; he provided him with the love and attention he missed from us. He would would share GPS tracking and pics of Buca daily and to the extent of taking off his gloves in the freeze to snap videos while he was walking him to share with us Hiring Matt from Hound for Hound is a decision you won't regret. He's a true professional who goes above and beyond, not just in his duties, but in his genuine care for the pets he looks after. We are eternally grateful for his services and cannot recommend him enough. If you're seeking someone who will treat your pet with the same love and care as you do, look no further than Matt and Hound for Hound. Thank you Matt, Buca & Conway Family

Lisa is incredible! She is our go-to for our 4 year-old goldendoodle and has been ever since she…read morewas a puppy. Our dog is very attached to us, but the minute she sees Lisa, she runs to her without hesitation. That is the best gift of all! Lisa takes the dogs to dog parks every day for exercise and socialization and sends us lots of photos along the way. Can't say enough positive things!

Ashley S is the best. She visited our kitties while we were away in May (apologies for the delay!)…read moreand we couldn't have been more pleased with her services. Her care and communication were top notch and when we need to be away in the future, we will be contacting her. Our three kitties were also thrilled. Thanks, Ashley!!

Angela spent 9 nights with our two tabby cats while we were out of town visiting family. She is a…read morewonderful person with a special ability to connect with animals in a way that makes them feel safe and comfortable. One of our cats can be a little skittish, but Angela was patient with him and he opened up SO much quicker than we could have ever imagined. She also does a great job taking care of our home -- bringing in mail and keeping everything very neat. She was also great with communication. We'd get thorough updates every morning with many pictures and a thorough write-up. Even though her commitment was only for overnight, she would often go above and beyond and stop by in the evening just to check on them for 30 minutes.

We met Angela a few months ago. Our pet sitter was involved in a car accident and had to put her…read morebusiness on pause. Angela has truly embraced our sweet Rajah. She sends fantastic notes and pictures each time she visits. Recently she sat for us while we were in Europe. She's a true gem. I highly recommend her!!

Karla and her team are amazing. They are able to adapt to my critters every needs. And they are ok…read morewith my series of pet babies multiplying every time they come. Theresa was our last sitter. Our pup children and kitties love her. My 2 kitties 2 puppies, hamster, bearded dragon, and plants all thrive when I'm gone. I get picture updates twice a day with messages. I wouldn't use anyone else.

We have used this service several times and have always been very pleased with their service. They…read morearrive at the requested times and always send a follow-up email with photos. I highly recommend them!