Our almost 7 month old chihuahua mix puppy loves her twice weekly walks w/ Sarah! We want her to…read morelearn to walk well with other dogs and she gets to be with a golden retriever and a yorkie, which is fantastic (a big and small friend). And she walks in a different neighborhood than our own which is also great for her stimulation and being away from her zone as to not have separation anxiety. The app they use is easy to cancel or add a walk when needed. You also get updates during the walk which is both cute and helpful. Karen (the business owner) came to our house before the first group walk to do an assessment and also shared some good pup advice, that, along with the good screening was appreciated!

We have used DogZenergy to walk our dogs for several years now. This is a really exceptional…read moreservice. All of their dog walkers are super caring and friendly, professional, on time, and just great with dogs. We give DogZenergy our highest recommendation and thank them so much for all their care.

Mercedes is incredible! She worked with our very nervous deaf pup and in just a few days had her…read moreplaying with the pack. Mercedes also gave us great guidance on what we needed to do back at home to reinforce her lessons. Boarding our dog went from a nerve wracking burden to a positive experience with Mercedes and her team!

This review is long overdue. I was referred to Coastal Paws by my neighbor, 7 years ago, after I…read moregot my first puppy and needed help with out-of-town overnight dogsitting. Hendrix my first pup loves going to Coastal Paws, he jumps out of my car and runs straight to door everytime even after all these years. Then when I got my second pup he does the exact same thing. Their pure enjoyment and excitement for doggy day care brings me so much joy. They are will taken care of and I receive feedback on their behavior and the owner does behavior training with them. She also sends daycare update photos with them playing, celebrates their birthdays and take holiday photos. I highly recommend Coastal Paws to all my friends and family. Thank you for making my pups feel safe and giving them a second home when I'm away.

"Unleashed" isn't for every dog, but if its right for yours, you are very, very fortunate…read more Unleashed needs to meet your dog once, for free, to find out if they make the cut. I'm jokingly sounding elitist. Of course, they cater to ALL types of dogs in unique ways. Call and let them explain. My newly rescued dog had a ton of energy, but was afraid of almost everyone he didn't know. It was heartbreaking to see him want to play but fear his environment! His life was transformed when I got him into a routine with Vanessa. She's clearly the leader of the pack, and after about a week he was coming to the door to greet her. Now, he knows the general routine and goes bonkers waiting to hear the familiar sounds of Vanessa's arrival. I never asked for training, only exercise and socialization. So as he transforms, I'm sometimes caught off guard by his improvements. At first I'll often tell people "he won't do that", or " don't expect him to be better with you", only to find his regular exercise, socialization with other dogs, and whatever magic Vanessa does as pack leader, has extremely improved his behavior. I have to admit I felt kinda sad when I realized he'd eat his food without needing to know exactly where I was ... but I guess that's just part of growing up ;-) Now, I don't have such a needy, misbehaving dog; I have more time for a life. He has fun, clearly feels better, and behaves better. I feel better as a dad knowing he's not in a pen, but actually playing, socializing, and getting so much needed exercise. Now he has a positive channel for all of that pent-up, aimless energy. Before, it almost always manifested in negative ways. We're still with UDF, and have no plans of changing. If you can do it, and on a regular schedule (my dog didn't change in a month), I suggest you do. In fact, the company might be too small for guarantees, but in an informal friendly way, I practically guaranty you'll be pleased with the improvement of your dog if you do. And dang, I've never written that in a review. Check my history. By the way, I'm not receiving ANYTHING in return for this review or anything surrounding it. No cash, discounts, coupons ... not even a hug. I'm just being honest, and taking the time to share. Again, bottom line (literally), not everyone can take advantage of this wonderful service. But if you can, you should.

I get real busy in my day even though I work from home, and I need help getting my 2 dogs, a 3…read moreyear-old Olde English Bulldog and 2 year-old Rat Terrier, the right amount of exercise every day. My quick solution is Vanessa at Unleashed Dog Fitness! We've all heard the phrase "a tired dog is a good dog," but most of the time my dogs aren't tired after a walk because they haven't been walked far enough. Vanessa has the best solutions for this, especially for my terrier. He needs at least two 30-minute walks, a park outing to run solely after his ball and then social time with other dogs...every single day! To help me with the extra amount of exercise they need, Vanessa offers me Fiesta Island and beach outings, as well as trail hikes and park outings. My terrier loves all 4, but my bully can skip the hike. He gets lazy. I'm lucky to have run in to her on one of my walks 3 years ago, because now I can rest easier. My dogs are exhausted when they get home, and that's good, right? RIGHT! You can rest assure with Vanessa's mild manner and loving ways she will take care of your furry friend as if it were her own. I can attest to that because she also offers pet boarding and I've used it before. She is attentive and thoughtful to send me daily pictures reassuring me they are alive and well. Also, her husband and daughter have the best relationship with my dogs. He always shares sweet stories of their times watching TV together so I know they are treated as part of their family when they stay over. My dogs are happy and therefore I am happy! Thank you Vanessa, you've made life so much easier for me!

We were looking for help for our dog's reactivity and we are so glad we found Kathy! She was HIGHLY…read morerecommended by the PB community and she is indeed really amazing. Our dogs are doing much better and we'll continue to follow her instructions. If you need a caring, smart and amazing dog trainer Kathy is your girl. If we need boarding for the future we're definitely going to have her boarding our girls!

Kathy is truly an incredible trainer and human. I was at my wits end when I brought my very barky…read moredogs to her. Right away even after just the first week they were so much better behaved that it honestly felt like I had brand new dogs. The progress they made in such a short time was amazing, and the changes were noticeable immediately. Beyond the results, Kathy was a joy to work with. She was extremely communicative, always responsive, and took the time to answer every question I had. She made me feel completely comfortable asking questions and learning along the way, which made the entire experience feel supportive rather than overwhelming. I can't recommend Kathy enough to anyone looking for real results and a trainer who genuinely cares about both the dogs and their humans.

I can't say enough good things about Kelly and her team! She was with us from the very first day I…read morebrought my dog home 5 years ago. She welcomed my pup with so much love and treated her like one of her own. It gave me such peace of mind, especially in those early days of puppyhood. She's incredibly communicative, always sending pictures and videos that brightened my day and reassured me that my dog was happy and in great hands. When my dog was spayed, Kelly went above and beyond. She was gentle, attentive, and incredibly accommodating during her recovery. It's so clear how much she genuinely cares, and knowing that my pup had such compassionate care made all the difference. We are moving and are so sad to lose Kelly. I don't think we'll be able to find someone as reliable and loving, and who truly treats my dog like family. We feel so lucky to have found her!

Don't use this company. Terrible, unreliable and rude owner. There are plenty of good dog sitting…read morecompanies out there. Use a different one, for your dog's sake.

Georgie had the best time during his five days of day care at Doggie Beach Lounge in La Jolla…read more Going someplace new can be scary but every staff member went out of their way to help him feel comfortable and part of the pack. That, in turn, made me more comfortable about leaving my baby with people I don't know. By the second day, Georgie was excited to step inside and didn't notice when I left. The DBL staff are top notch! They are kind to the dogs and their humans, professional and lots of fun. They pay close attention to the cleanliness of the facility and the safety of each dog. I couldn't give a better recommendation! We can't wait to visit La Jolla again so Georgie can have more fun!

Our first week at daycare was wonderful. They welcomed Daphne and made her feel at home. Tasha…read morewas great at helping her overcome her shyness and by the end of the week she was playing wildly and had made friends.

Anyone who has adopted a rescue knows how stressful it is to leave them. Our dog is uneasy around…read morestrangers and other dogs, and walks can be challenging, so we were nervous about finding the right sitter. Zen Pet made it easy. They were friendly, attentive, highly organized, and fairly priced. We received photos and videos of our dog every day, on walks and at home. Our sitter stayed in our house and was supportive of our dog's needs, respectful, and genuinely caring. When we got home, our dog was healthy and happy. Zen Pet is the best pet sitter and dog walker around. We highly recommend them

ZenPet has been walking my sweet Abby girl for over a year now. I could not be happier with the…read moreservice and care they provide to my pup. Abby is high energy and just two years old but the entire ZenPet team is amazing with her and listens carefully on how to best handle her. Denise and her team are so flexible and understanding. She is always incredible gracious when I need to cancel or reschedule walks! She also always has a great walker ready to step in when my crazy schedule changes. I could not be happier with the level of service and professionalism Denise provides and I know she holds her team to a high standard. I also really appreciate the features of the app that allow the walkers to let me know how Abby did! They always take the cutest pictures of her that brighten my day when I receive them at work. I cannot recommend ZenPet enough for dog walking or pet sitting, they all truly have a love for animals!!

I am so happy with Edie & Jannah. When I had to work long hours it alleviated my stress knowing my…read moredog Zelda was in good hands, being visited by people who would not just let her out, but give her genuine physical affection, and lots of belly rubs! My schedule would change frequently, and they were very understanding with my last minute requests - I was concerned at times that I was burdening them but they never acted that way at all. I would receive pictures and updates on every walk with how she did. I've saved some of these photos as my favorites. They got to know her, and her quirks, and I appreciate that they noticed these things. Even their questions on their initial forms were more thoughtful than any other form I've seen from other companies. Thank you Edie & Jannah!

We have 2 cats. We adopted them during the pandemic and this was the first time we went on a family…read moretrip since then. First thing that came to mind was to check them into a pet hotel, but it just felt wrong... Cats don't like changes, they like their familiar hiding spots and their routines, and they really don't need a whole lot of attention. I felt like a pet hotel would be a little stressful for our cats... I got them an automatic food dispenser before the trip, so all I really needed was someone reliable to check on them once a day, empty their litter box and refresh their water. I considered asking our neighbors or a friend to help out with that, but I also didn't want to give them a chore during Thanksgiving week... I found Pet Sitter Carmel Valley here on Yelp and thought they would be perfect for my needs. And indeed they were perfect! Edie and Jen are super friendly and very professional. They stopped by before our trip to meet me and see the cats, they asked all the questions, took the house key and we were all set and ready to go! Jen would text me everyday after her visits to let me know how the cats were doing and she always sent me a few pictures - what was really nice to see when we were missing our fur balls! She even managed to bond with one of our cats I thought would never come out of under the couch when we were away!!! :) I'm so glad I found these ladies! We will definitely reach out to them again next time we travel and recommend them to neighbors with pets. They are genuine pet lovers!