Amy is a terrific pet caretaker. She clearly has love for pets and took care of our dog like it was…read moreher own. Easy communication and clear and fair pricing. Highly recommended.

After meeting Amy, it was clear that she loved dogs of all kinds. Our dog Chloe warmed right up to…read moreher. She is very knowledgeable about caring for dogs, set schedules, disciplining very nicely as needed. She has the perfect backyard for the dogs to play. We had amy board Chloe and also had her in the daycare during the day. Chloe made new dog friends when before she would bark at every single dog on our daily walks. Chloe came home happy and relaxed. We would definitely have amy watch Chloe again and trust her completely.

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.

Jeffrey is amazing. That's all you need to know…read more Well, if you must know more, here it is. Jeffrey and Thien go above and beyond every day and I know our dog is well taken care of. After an unimpressive start with another service in the Charlestown area my wife saw Jeffrey with a pack of doodles and knew then and there that we had to make a change. We did and are so happy and our dog is in the best hands possible. Jeffrey has boarded our little pup as well! Jeffrey sends the best photos and daily updates in video form of where our dog has been and she's seen more of Boston than I have!

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

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.

Always take great care of our pup! He comes back exhausted and clearly after a lot of fun. The…read morestaff is always nice and approachable. Availability works well with our variable schedules and is easy to do online.

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've boarded my cat with Cat's Pajamas Inn on two occasions, and Patty is outstanding! Both times…read morePatty took great care of my cat and sent me regular updates. Each cat gets their own condo in a large room attached to Patty's home, and Patty takes each cat out (one at a time) to play with them. I'll definitely be brining my cat back here in the future.

I went to visit this place to meet the owner and see what it was like with the intent of…read morepotentially having my 6 mo. old stay there for a couple of days. It was clean. Patty, the owner seemed lovely. I wasn't thrilled about the size of the crates 6x4, but figured we could do a trial run for 1 night before his actual stay. We agreed on a day and time for me to bring my cat and the day before she asked if I could come at 9:00am instead of 9:30am because she was heading out for 2 hours at 9:15!! WHAT?? She thought nothing of having me bring my cat who had never been there before, shove him in a crate and the leave right after he gets there for 2 hours? The whole point of me bringing him was for her to meet him, see how he does. When I asked if it might be better to bring him later that day when she would be around, she said no I'm having company!! Again WHAT?? How much attention and time was she planning on spending with my cat who would probably have been frightened as can be. I would NEVER bring my cat there and I'm so happy that I learned what she's truly all about beforehand. Looks can be deceiving!!

Chewie the Shorkie goes here for haircut/grooming/wash/nail trim - the works! We specifically visit…read moreFatima and leave Chewie under the care of Sandy Paws for about an hour or so. The facilities are clean and well-lit, so I immediately felt safe about leaving him. Sandy Paws also offers a BYOD wash, I think that's super awesome, although I haven't taken advantage of this service yet. Please be specific of what kind of cut you want for your loved dog! I read other reviews where people complained, if you don't specify, it does not help anyone's case. We usually get a puppy cut/trim for Chewie, I find that he looks his best like this. Anything shorter, he looks like a chihuahua LOL. Show the groomer a photo! Call ahead as they're usually booked in advanced. You'll quickly see why. They also sell a variety of treats, dog harnesses, poop bags, the works! After looking around the shop, and possibly grabbing a bite to eat next door, they'll give you a call and let you know that your little fur baby is good to go! We always get Chewie back smelling fantastic, tail wagging, and a cute little seasonal bandana. Our pup is happy, and we are happy. If you want a nice, clean, safe place for your pup to be groomed - this is the place to be.

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 wouldn't board my two small dogs anywhere else! The dogs get picked up and returned home. They…read morehave large outdoor areas where they can run, and the dogs sleep in the living room, not in crates. The owners are outstanding.

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.

We had Gordon for our puppy class. Class was a lot of fun! It starts with puppy play time, where…read morethe pups don't just play, but are under his supervision so you can learn about good play patterns, and the dogs can teach each other their styles without the owners interfering. After that comes lots of important lessons and demonstrations, with Gordon teaching you all the basics of how to get your pup well socialized, and the psychology behind the timing and methods of training to help you better understand and remember. It's a far more comprehensive puppy training class than I've had in the past, where we just covered the basics of sit/down/stay. This class will really prepare your pup to be a great new addition to your family!

Gordon came to our home for an in-home training session with my brand new 5-month-old rescue…read more Gordon was so knowledgeable, came with so many informative resources, and really gives you the fundamental tools you'll need to train your pup! I cannot recommend him and Zen Dog enough!