Hounds on the Hudson has moved from Albany. Last year, a sustainable clothing store moved into the…read morespace. I don't wish to delete my previous review because I really did have difficulty getting a response from the business, but the owner did eventually contact me. I think it was months later. She seemed very nice. She was very apologetic. She said she never noticed my phone messages or emails. The business was having technical difficulties and she assured me the problem was an aberration. I'm happy to see that the business has a better website and is doing well enough to expand to two locations. Sending my best wishes.

The most amazing experience I have ever had working with people, outside of family and friends,…read morecaring for my dog. My 7 year-old Maltese, Frederick spent this last year being walked twice a week by several of the staff at HOTH. I receieved gracious notes, he had the opportunity to meet other dogs in the neighborhood, and I was always treated in a caring, professional, and thoughtful manner. Fred also made two stays at the Bed and Biscuit, being cared for round the clock by HOTH staff. I have NEVER boarded my dog, so leaving him with someone outside of family and close friends was a choice I made very carefully. The cost for walks and overnight stays was reasonable and something I could afford living on the very small budget of a graduate student. I always felt wonderful knowing Fred was getting some love and attention during my long days at work. I can't recommend their services enough to coworkers and friends with animals. One of the only reasons I am sad to be leaving the Albany area for a new job in St. Kitts, is not getting to work with Hounds on the Hudson!

I had the most wonderful experience leaving my two fur babies at Club Cozy Canine. I have never…read moreboarded my dogs due to one being a bit sensitive in new environments but this weekend couldn't have gone any better. I was sent updates daily about the dogs along with a ton of pictures and videos. I was able to enjoy my vacation knowing they were in caring, loving hands! Couldnt recommend this place more! Will definitely be sending them here if I need them cared for white in Saugerties again! Thank you, Denise!!!!!

Our first time boarding our new pup, and our first time boarding any dog with Cozy Canine - but I…read morecan assure you, it won't be the last. I was weepy, because my toddler and puppy were being separated for the first time - Denise reassured us, and said text anytime! We got pictures and updates our whole trip, and when our pick up time had to be moved because we got stuck in traffic, it wasn't a big deal. The little boarding report card was adorable, and because our pup has nervous/excitement pees, Denise referred us to a trainer/dog psychologist that might be able to help. Our other dogs, boarded other places, have come home with cuts, ticks, smelling bad, or almost all the food we sent - this is the first time we haven't had anything to remedy once we got home. I appreciate Club Cozy Canine being a local gem!

We've used Purrfect Pet Sitting to sit our two Golden Retrievers on a couple of occasions and are…read moreSO impressed with their service! The sitter that we have had, Karen, has been utterly phenomenal. She comes in and spends time with our pups, walks them, and makes sure that they are properly fed, watered, and cared for. She has watered our garden for us and even brought in the mail. Daily e-mail updates are provided if requested. We love getting home to read the daily log that Karen keeps and then leaves on the kitchen table for us. We don't have the necessity to leave our puppies at home often but, when we do, we completely trust that they are in good hands with Purrfect Pet Sitting!

Our pets are loved and worried about like they were our kids and so I am so happy to have such an…read moreawesome pet sitting service like Purrfect Pet Sitting so that we can go away and know they are being cared for so wonderfully. Like the song says "Don't worry, be happy" and thanks to Purrfect Pet Sitters I can really do that when away on vacation. Janice C.

Sherry has been a caregiver to Lucy and "the babies" for a few years now. They love her so much!…read more Through all the challenges of having a 14 year old Bulldog, and a couple of knuckle-headed (large breed) puppies, Sherry has accomodated our needs, above and beyond all expectations. I've been helping Sherry with weekend dog sits for almost a year now, so I get to see yet another side of her work ethic. Each pet is given individual care and attention, with a focused attention on client details. She makes sure that no pet is ever pushed beyond its limits with unrealistic expectations, which I really respect.

From the owner: Wiggles-n-Waggles is a professional dog walking and pet sitting service that promises to love your…read morefur baby as their own.

Wonderful, caring, convenient and clean place to board our dog. Reasonable rates. Have been using…read morethem for years and will continue to.

Remember that Saturday night where the windchill reached -37! Me too, and my dogs were safe and…read moresound with Carl and Mary! I love these guys. I will drive past many other kennels just to get to their place. Love your dogs and your life too? Meet Carl and Mary, the next best thing to being there. But make reservations, the word is out!

Toni and Melissa have been great with my fur babies the last couple of years. Toni did an extensive…read moreinterview with me, meeting my dog and cats, noting important details like medications, feeding schedules, etc. Toni or Melissa always send me a quick text and pictures to let me know how things are going. I know I can count on Toni and her crew whenever I need their assistance and I know my babies are in excellent hands! Linda B

We rescue cats. We have 12. For us to take a trip is a major production and takes a lot of faith in…read moreyour pet sitter. Tony and her staff are wonderful with my babies. Dependable efficient and giving love when we travel. Always in contact sending pics and updates. I highly recommend My Furry Family!!

Jessica is excellent! Both cats enjoy her company!! We've had her as a cat sitter for quite a few…read moreyears. Could be 15 years or more because she watched the old cats too!!

I cannot recommend Empire Pet Care and Jessica more highly. My husband and I used this service for…read morethe first time in January while we were away on vacation. Jessica came to our house before the trip and we were able to show her everything she needed to know to care for our cats. We received a detailed description of the visit every day as well as photos of our cats. Several of them are literally some of the best photos we have of them! Although we already liked Jessica, what really made her stand out is when there was a large snow storm. Our tenant was supposed to shovel for us, but his car broke down and he couldn't even make it home that night. We told Jessica about the situation and that our cats would be ok for a day. She said she would be fine, came by anyhow, climbed her way through over a foot of snow, and then brushed it off saying it was not a problem and we shouldn't worry about it. Now, that is dedication! I'm so glad we have found Jessica/Empire Pet Care and will no longer worry about traveling and leaving our babies behind.

We took three dogs to vanity fur yesterday for a day at the slopes. We'd seen some questionable…read morereviews and now I know why. One of the dogs (pictured) needed some grooming and a good bath and brush. My dog is an Australian labradoodle and has a certain type of long shaggy hair which needs to be maintained. When I picked him up I was close to tears. The owner was quite short with me as she explained that she wasn't able to brush out his mats, and I could take him to a groomer and get him shaved. Excuse me? I paid $70 plus daycare plus tip to receive my dog back with an amateur haircut (uneven, one ear shorter than the other and wayyy too short) and not even a decent brush. I spent an hour when we got home brushing him out, which worked. I'm just not sure what I paid for except a dog that looks ridiculous. Are these professional groomers? I would say no. I've trimmed my dogs face and paws a few times and he always looks cute and true to his breed. Now he looks utterly ridiculous and if you saw what they did for his sanitary trim around the back end. My god. Don't do it. 2 stars is generous btw

what a great find for us. Great grooming and fair cost. We have taken our dogs there three times…read more(so far) and that the dogs just walked right in no problem tells me they are treated well when we aren't there. We are used to getting our dogs groomed in Brooklyn (no complaints) but Vanity Fur is a lot cheaper, more convenient , and the quality is just as good. I can't recommend them enough. FYI the people that work here are really nice too. The ties were a nice touch too.

Chris is an awesome person and fantastic dog walker. He is trustworthy, reliable, organized, and…read morewent above and beyond for our dogs. He really does love your dogs like you do. I could not recommend someone more if you are looking for a dog walker.

From the owner: Chris White, The Dog Walker LLC exists to facilitate a healthy dog/owner relationship. When you…read morecan't get to your dog, I can! If you have a long commute or are away from home from 8-6 that is 10 hours your dog is home alone. I am here to give your buddy a nice play/potty break during the day and you can follow me on Twitter while I walk my dogs! Whatever your needs, I am equipped and qualified to satisfy them. Fully insured, bonded, and certified in Pet First Aid with the Red Cross I am dependable and passionate when it comes to walking dogs. If you think I can help, give me a call! I would love to come visit for a free consult. I service all types of dogs, no breed discrimination. I have 3 month old dogs and 13 year old dogs. I have healthy dogs, and dogs that require medication and special treatment with some TLC. No matter your situation, I can help. Most important, when I am with your dog they are mine for that time and I will do anything to keep them safe and happy.