Emily has been walking my dog Lily for a few months now. She's always on time & very pleasant. She…read morealso wipes Lily's paws & bum when our walk is over (with wipes we provide). Emily is also very flexible with our schedule & I trust her with our elderly pup. I'm so glad we found Emily!

We had such a great experience with Happy Dogs! Our Mochi stayed for 5 days, and they took amazing…read morecare of him. We could tell he was loved and well taken care of. We felt completely at ease knowing he was in good hands. Highly recommend Happy Dogs! 「我們在 Happy Dogs 有非常好的體驗！Mochi 在這裡住了 5 天，他們照顧得非常好。我們感受到 Mochi 被愛護、被細心照顧。知道他在很好的環境裡，我們非常放心。強烈推薦 Happy Dogs！」

After a year or so with mixed results in the Bay Area, we began taking our dog, Cleo, to The…read moreBarkmont for daycare. We wanted a smaller, hands-on environment where Cleo would be able to socialize with dogs regularly. But also, be consistently observed to avoid things like dogs fighting or worry that they don't have enough water, etc. After a few years of weekly visits, The Barkmont has been a huge help to us. Knowing that we have a reliable daycare spot, Cleo has taken to it as well. She howls with excitement on the way to "school" (as we call it) and comes home pleasantly exhausted. In addition, their overnight services have been excellent and we're never concerned about how she's doing if we have to leave town for an evening. Highly recommend this spot in Berkeley for anyone looking for a dog daycare or boarding place.

We have been boarding our dog and sending her for daycare to the Barkmont for about 3 years now. It…read moreis a fantastic safe place for her and a good price given other options (many more expensive options don't even have playtime included!!). She always runs right in when we drop her off and we can tell she has a lot of fun when we watch her on the webcam. Her latest stay was 2.5 weeks and while she was exhausted when we picked her up from playing so much she is very healthy and happy. In situations where our travel plans have delayed us in picking her up, they have always been incredibly kind and understanding. We started adding walks to her long stays so she gets some individual outside time in addition to all day inside playtime. I have nothing but good things to report about the Barkmont and they make being a dog owner in the Bay so much easier. I also think they are just really good people, I heard they now partner with local pet rescues to give their foster dogs some socialization and love. Makes us feel good supporting them. Picture is from home but the boarder in question.

We were so glad that we got connected with Tom! We needed dog boarding for our four year old dog,…read morePiper, while we are on vacation and we felt that our Piper got his own vacation. Tom sent us updates about how Piper is doing, and we can see how happy he was based on the photos. Piper got to hang out and play with other dogs and went on multiple hikes/walks throughout the week. We cannot recommend this place more!

I did not board my dog. But I got wonderful information from Tom on a variety of things canine. I…read morewrote him because he worked with a partner in the Berkeley Hills who boarded my first German Shepherd. I have a 2 week trip planned in April 2024 and Tom will be my first choice for boarding if I can't find someone to house and dog sit for that length of time. He is just a really nice, informed, knowledgeable guy.

We recently moved back to the Bay Area and were really concerned about finding a responsible, safe…read morespace for our good boy to stay when we go out of town. We came across Cutie Paws online. Their reviews were good and they are close to us, so we booked a four night stay for the July 4th holiday weekend. Drop-off went great ...but I was still a bit worried since it was his first time there. My concerns were all swiftly put to rest. Wendy and Mantin took amazing care of our pup, sent photos and videos (their place is very cute and charming with a lovely backyard). We just picked him up and he is very happy and well cared for. I am so glad I found them and would recommend without hesitation.

I can't say enough good things about this boarding experience. My dog, Lola, can be a little…read moresensitive with new environments, but they treated her like she was part of their own family. From the moment I dropped her off, I felt completely at ease. They were attentive, communicative, and genuinely invested in her comfort and well-being. I received regular updates, photos, and notes about how she was settling in, which meant the world to me. It's clear they understand dogs on an individual level -- their personalities, quirks, and routines. When I picked Lola up, she was relaxed, happy, and clearly well cared for. No stress, no overwhelm -- just a tired pup who had a great time. The facility was clean, safe, and thoughtfully run, and I appreciated how organized and responsive the staff were. I absolutely recommend this place to anyone who wants their dog cared for with kindness, consistency, and real attention to detail. Lola will definitely be coming back!

Can't say enough about how impressed I am with this business! I contacted Molly about pet sitting,…read moreshe informed me that they don't offer that service and then proceeded to go out of her way to help me find someone who could, even creating a post for a facebook group of east bay dog professionals. 10/10, I don't even need a dog walker and I want to hire them!

Doggy Lama pet care is the best! We've been sending our dog to Molly for years now. Whenever we go…read moreaway, we know she is in the best of hands. Molly is sure to send cute pics of their pack walks and daily happenings. Our dog has so much fun when we're away that she actually seems a little bored once we bring her home. That to me is a sign of a great dog sitter/caregiver.

My long-time pet boarder retired and I needed to find someone to mind my beloved cat Skylar…read more Thankfully I found Pam and Critter Pet Care in Oakland. I was impressed with their website and reviews from other pet owners. Pam was great. She sent me updates and videos while I was out of town and it was very reassuring to know that Skylar was doing well. When I got back, Pam let me know that she found out that Skylar doesn't like other cats. She's an only cat so I had no idea. Happily, this will not present a problem for future visits since Pam told me that Critter Pet Care has provisions for cats who prefer to be by themselves. I will definitely recommend Critter Pet Care to anyone looking for someone to mind their furry family members.

Dear Pam and the entire Critter Pet Care team,…read more Thank you so much for taking such wonderful care of our family kitty, Dr. Robinson, during his stay. We truly appreciated the regular updates and loved seeing photos of him enjoying himself it gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. Our family had been searching for the right cat boarding facility for quite some time, and after reading the excellent reviews for Critter Pet Care, choosing you was an easy decision. From the moment I arrived, I was impressed by your beautiful facility, the attentive staff, and the genuine care you show every pet. Thank you again for making Dr. Robinson feel so comfortable and well cared for. We couldn't have asked for a better experience, and we'll definitely be back the next time we need boarding. With gratitude, The Robinson Family

Words cannot properly convey what The Complete Pack means to me and my pup. Junko and her team have…read morebecome an extended family to us. On walk days, they are without a doubt, the highlight of my dog's day. My dog was not an easygoing social animal by any means. Skittish, afraid, and reactive. Over the years being in this pack has been nothing short of miraculous as I've seen her grow into a confident and communicative canine. When I travel for work, my dog gets to stay at "Aunt Junko's." It can't even count as dog boarding, as it's basically a vacation where she gets to hang out with her bf Bero. Junko's love for her pack and her passion for caring for dogs is tangible. As a protective owner who knows my dog isn't the type where I can just have a friend easily look after, I trust fully and unequivocally Junko and her team. We are forever and truly grateful to have The Complete Pack in our lives.

If you want someone who cares as much about your dogs as you, you've found the right crew!…read more Junko and her crew have been walking my dogs for 6 years. I can't say enough good things about how much they have helped my dogs stay exercised, socialized, and balanced. I am very grateful for Junko's dedication and care of my dogs. All of my dogs have absolutely loved going out with the pack. After my two dogs passed away, we added our newest puppy during the shut-down and I was worried about how to socialize her properly. Junko helped by starting my 14 week-old on neighborhood walks with her own dogs and then progressed her to walking with the pack. My insecure, fearful puppy is now a confident, friendly, and social dog. And her recall is really coming along (thanks Junko, Antonio and Stephanie!) Junko has also helped with consultations and resources on all sorts of doggie-related issues.

this is also a long overdue review, I have used BARK AROUND THE BLOCK for many years. and…read more her staff are excellent. my dog; Rommel, a French bulldog he absolutely loves walking with her. She socializes the dogs with the group walks offered in the afternoons or morning walk. during the ongoing months The scheduling and communication is excellent ! My dog has improved greatly in all aspects of his socialization as well as his obedienc. Believe it or not for his breed he is so chill now. He loves his group walks! The trails are varied which is fabulous and keeps it interesting for the dogs. I have been extremely pleased with the excellent level of service provided by Bark Around the Block She is deserving of the Best Dog Walker of Alameda for the consecutive years, it has been awarded to her Company!

Hands down, Christi is the best dog walker in the East Bay. She is a first a dog lover, who is…read moreconscientious, organized, and thoughtful. Her pack walks exhaust the dogs while being safe and exciting for them. Her dog sitting sets my mind at ease as she knows dogs, her level head and knowledge ensure peace of mind while we are away.

I have brought my dog to Happy Hound for over twelve years, after we tried another doggie day care…read more The staff at Happy Hound knows and cares about all the dogs, they have a thoughtful system for placing every dog in the appropriate group based on the dogs' energy level and temperament (mine is cranky with other dogs and wary of people), and the staff (all great) really understand how to accommodate different dogs -- no matter the size, breed or personality. For years my dog was there five days a week as I commuted into the City, and I always knew she was safe and happy there. Really the best facility for boarding dogs. M.A.B.

Short version, they stole $2500 from us, and we heard they are oldschool and use punitive measures…read moreon the dogs. They claim to be positive reinforcement only, but I heard this from one of the two licensed dog behavioralists in the area. This tracks with talking to the boss and hearing her talk about the "alpha" which is antiquated terminology. long version - we were researching a place to board our dog, and went for the 1 month board and train. We then heard that they use punitive measures when training the dogs so in less than 24 hours we canceled. They take half the money as a deposit, which in this case was nearly $2500. We asked for a refund and they said no. They said it's in the contract, which it is, but they do not make it obvious, and certainly nobody told us that verbally. You really have to read that thing. They said we could use the money toward future services but as they use punitive measures we will not be working with them. So, they stole $2500 from us. Be careful of what you're getting into.

We've been having our dog, Indi, go on pack walks with Maribel for the past two years. I can…read morehands-down say she's the absolute BEST. Indi is a very sensitive dog, and I wanted to make sure she went with a walker who had a deep sensitivity to the personalities of the dogs she worked with. I spent a while looking for a good walker when we moved to El Cerrito, and I felt that were far too many walkers who were like: "oh yeah, she's probably good, I'll start walking her." When I contacted Maribel she had a number of questions about Indi, did a meet and greet, and decided which pack she would fit best with for group walks. Her evaluation was a world of difference, and from the minute she met Indi I could tell that she had a deep sensitivity towards and awareness of the personalities of the dogs she works with. Indi goes on pack walk multiple times a week and LOVES them. Maribel always sends photo updates after the walks and is the absolute best. Highly highly recommended.

Maribel and the services she offers have been a total lifesaver for our family! When we adopted a…read morecattle dog/aussie shepherd pup we knew she was going to need more exercise than we could give her. Pack hikes with Maribel so enrich our dog's life; she comes back happy and exhausted every time. We've also boarded our pup with Maribel when we've left town, and it's been smooth sailing. We trust her implicitly and would recommend her to anyone!