I don't know what magic Darrell (sp?) performs, but he is amazing with Shelton. Multiple groomers…read morehave been unable to clean his ears or trim his paws, but Darrell has been amazing in both! If you could have seen the before of his ears . And he's so content when he leaves compared to Petco or PetSmart in which he vocally an physically demonstrated his discontent. I imagine it's skills, patience and being a dog whisperer!! I appreciate the all around care as Shelton doesn't get along with other dogs and needs special shampoo (brand is recommended by groomer and Paw Place). Cuddles for the new appointment system.

Everything,they everything i asked for.there's nothing really more I can say but they saved me from…read morea very long trip and I really appreciate your support

This is a wonderful small business in Hyde Park. They carry a good selection of high-quality dog…read moreand cat foods and will happily special-order foods for you if they don't have it in stock (I did this for a number of years for my cat with special dietary needs). They also have really cool natural treats, like pig ears and similar pet chews, toys and other stuff. If you feed raw, this should be your go-to. The owner is super sweet and helpful and organizes doggy social days from time to time, and she also fosters kitties from Hyde Park Cats, so you might get lucky and pet an adorable kitty up for adoption.

I admit I only frequented this place when Parker's closed, but I like how 'cozy' it is and how…read morefriendly and helpful the staff is. They are rather out of the way for me, even via bus, but they do deliver (but at times it is faster/more convenient to just go there). Due to their size they don't have everything we need for our cat, but they have stuff that the BIG stores don't tend to have: dried meat sold individually, Primal Raw freeze-dried, and Dave's Naturally. This is ideal for fur parents with picky 'children' (and much moolah) who don't want to settle for mainstream, high-preservative pet food. The personal service is a great touch, they have good memories of their customers, and they have been very helpful with us while we tend to our kitty's IBD. If they had slightly longer hours they'd be perfect, but it is what it is.

I have been using Hyde Park Bark as a cat sitting service for more than two years while traveling…read moreout of town. After four scheduled cat sitting services (for 1-2 weeks at a time), I have been thoroughly pleased with ALL of their employees, the high level of communication, the friendliness and the reliability! I am so grateful that they are in Hyde Park and a local business. A few things I've noticed: 1) I get updates with photos and a narrative for every visit. I usually schedule 2 visits every day that I'm gone. 2) No matter which employee visits, I understand from the narrative report that they have read the instructions, and the comments that I've left. For example, this summer, the temperature reached 100 degrees outside, but I had forgotten to turn on the A/C. After leaving a comment to ask that it be put on energy save an set to 72, the next sitter did just that, and sent me photos to verify the settings. This put me completely at ease while being away during a dangerous heatwave. 3) My cats need medication and a special feeding schedule; my instructions are followed and this also helps me feel at ease that the kitties are fine for extended absences. 4) If I need to extend my trip, the online scheduling system is easy to update and I know that I won't have to scramble to find an alternative. The onboarding process if you are a new client is not something that can be done at the last minute; I signed up before I knew I would have a trip planned, but then once the consult was done, it has been completely a breeze to sign up for vacation house sitting appointments. I have been and continue to be very pleased with the services, care, and convenience of Hyde Park Bark!

my dog went to the daycare for years but recently there have been a lot of incidents where dogs are…read morebeing bit and hurt. Another dog owner friend who goes there told me their dog was bit because the person watching the dogs was distracted and didn't even know a their had been injured; seeing the bloody injury photos is heartbreaking. I have reached out a couple times to get information but there seems to be all new people working there and no one can answer what they are doing to keep dogs safe. I'm not bringing my dog there again.

I have to agree with the other reviews Jane is the best when it comes to training your dog. It…read moredoes not matter how bad or wild thd dog is. She can train them all. She is patient and uses poitive methods to train dogs as one review said.. I would reccomend her to anyone who wants to train their dog.

Jane is the best trainer I've been to, and I've been to a lot. She is in touch with the dog psyche…read moreto the extent that humans can be. She gives practical and effective advice, and has been very helpful with those particular questions that I've had about my dog.

I didn't know what to expect that first day when I watched him take the leash and lead my dog,…read morebroken in spirit and temperament, and rescued from the street, to the center of the training room. In less than five minutes he brought him back, and as he handed me the leash he smiled and said, "He's a good dog!" I knew then that we had come to the right place. Tim Crawford loves dogs. That becomes clear as you watch him put his charges through their paces each week. His thirty years of experience in training dogs of all shapes, sizes and disposition, shows in the way they eagerly respond to him. Rather than induce pain or punishment to elicit results, Tim believes that tried and true techniques, followed by reward and praise produces the best results. Crawford's Canine Training is not the kind of program priced for elites that requires boarding for extended periods and then additional instruction once the dog is returned home. Training sessions are packed with information and demonstrations that give you the techniques and tools you need for the positive behavioral change you want for your dog. Though we are still beginners, it's been so gratifying to see our dog evolve into the happy, well behaved pet we'd been hoping for. Dennis S.

I am so glad I took my dog for training with Tim Crawford. My dog was very reactive, high anxiety,…read moreterritorial, and had various other behavioral issues, including barking, leash pulling, lunging and leash aggression. Leaving the house was pure chaos and nearly impossible to do. Encounters with strangers and other dogs were complete hell that I tried to avoid at all costs so my dog ended up staying home most of the time. I tried other trainers and anxiety medications for my dog but they provided minimal relief. Once I took my dog to Tim, I started seeing improvement each week. Tim is very knowledgeable about dog behavior and offers a very individualized approach to every dog's needs. He is passionate about dogs and dog training and really cares about getting results for you and your dog. He listens and provides thoughtful insight and helps you to understand and change your dog's behavior so that you have life-long lasting results. He has completely rehabilitated my dog in a way that I didn't think was possible. He really believed in my dog's potential and encouraged me not to give up, for which I am incredibly thankful. His classes are interesting and uniquely designed and focus on a variety of skills so that your dog is challenged and not bored. It has been very rewarding seeing my dog (as well as all the other dogs in the class) make so much progress. Thanks to Tim my dog no longer has to be left behind at home and I can take him with me when I go out. He is much calmer and more confident, listens to commands and gets compliments on his manners. I can now take him on walks, go to parks, the beach, outdoor patios, shopping, etc. and enjoy life and the city together. Even if your dog doesn't have behavioral issues, I really recommend Tim and his dog training classes for basic dog obedience. Even if your dog just needs to brush up on a few skills like listening to commands, leash walking, impulse control, etc., I highly recommend Tim. Having a well trained dog is an invaluable asset, it has really changed mine and my dog's life. Thank you Tim!

They were very nice and very patient with my cat. Also very informative on animal care! My cat is a…read moresenior and I'm very satisfied with how gentle they were with her.

I was nervous about getting my long haired cat, (Caesar) groomed for the first time. He does not…read morealways take well to brushing and he had several mats on his sides and legs that needed to be worked out. Michelle came right to my apartment building, which took some travel stress out of the equation. I was able to stay with Michelle and Caesar for most of the grooming process and it went better than expected. She was able to get all the mats out, trimmed him up, and days later he is still as soft as can be. Michelle was kind, knowledgeable, and did a great job with my nervous cat and it really couldn't have gone smoother. I highly recommend K9 Lovers!

We really love this hospital. The front desk team (Jessica is the person o speak to most) is so…read morefriendly and helpful. I really appreciate these guys and the care they take of my pups. All the doctors are great as well and do a great job of communicating the health and needs of your pups. We also go to the groomer here, Cindy, and she's fantastic! Does a great job.

Their negligence caused my 2 yr puppy to die. This is upsetting me again because my 16 yr old…read morefurbaby just went to Rainbow Bridge for old age. Yet Roxy had so many more years left. Hyde Park Animal Hosp medicated her without my permission. Wanted to leave her overnight for observation- even though- NO ONE IS THERE OVERNIGHT. SO WHO WOULD OBSERVE HER. When I told them I was going to ER they brought her out in a blanket... NO movement at first. Later she pooped as we rushed her to ER. That's last time I saw my Chi-Weenie alive. When we got to Hyde Park she was moving in my lap- standing up- playing on my shoulder--- THEY took her to the back... and returned her dying in a blanket. I HATE THEM FIR TAKING HER. She was my baby, and my daughters Emotional Support Animal. We lost a piece of our heart that day.

I used Out U Go for two solid months of daily walks with my 'girls' recently and couldn't have been…read morehappier! The entire process from the familiarization virtual meet through the daily communications on each walk was easy and comforting. Lindsay really took the time to get to know me, the dogs' routines and preferences, my preferences, and everything in between. Jessica was our walker most visits and very clearly took excellent care of Beatrice and Violet. I looked forward to the daily updates that were not only thorough but thoughtfully wonderful each time. She was so considerate of being in our home which you'd never know anyone had even been in if she hadn't left the detailed notes about after visiting. She even brought in packages several times! The girls clearly loved their time with Out U Go and they'll be my go-to for all future needs.

Out-U-Go staff are great with my pups (4) who all have a disability of one type of another. They…read moretreat them like family and I feel confident that they are getting what they need when I am not there! It is very easy to work with them for scheduling and they have been very responsive when I have had to address special or last minute circumstances. I have used Out-U-Go South-loop for 16 years and before that used Out-U-Go Oak Park for several years. Never a problem and highly recommend for both dog walking and pet sitting.

Char is absolutely wonderful with my dog. As soon as she sees Char, she gets excited and cannot…read morewait to go out for her walk. She has the best time with Char. If you're looking for someone responsible, thoughtful and a lot of fun for your pooch, I highly recommend Char.

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