we left our cat for the first time and it was a great experience! we felt completely at ease…read moredropping him off and he was perfectly fine when we picked him up. the facility was very clean and vibrant. we will definitely use this hotel again.

From the owner: We are Halifax’s newest cat boarding facility, based in Dartmouth. We prefer to think of it as a…read morehotel or your cat’s home away from home. Operated with care by a cat lover who lives onsite and has two cats of her own.

I am very particular about the care of my pets, and I have nothing but high praise for Adam and all…read morethe walkers. I have been using the daily dog walking service for well over a year, and I have also used the overnight care option. I provided all the information that I wanted up front, and over time I have provided extra updates and requests. My dog can be a little reactive at times, and I am always worried about how people will handle that, but I haven't had a single concern arise. I have been home several times when the walkers come by, and my dog is always loose and relaxed when he sees them, and happy when I come home. I get updates after every walk so that I know for certain my dog got out and how it went. I got updates every morning and night that I was away. Communication is very important for me, and they are fantastic at it. If I could give them 10 stars, I would.

From the owner: For over 12 years, we’ve been serving the pets and families of our local area. Whether you need a…read moreDog Walker, Pet Sitter or a Trainer, you’ve come to the right place!

I have a little dog and I needed to board for 4 days. I found Fetching Friends and immediately…read morefelt their sincerity and warmth. My little girl has some issues with a quirky tummy and they went out of their way to coax her to eat and drink. They were very kind to her. Also, they were so accommodating when I called to see how she was doing. My dog got lots of one-on-one attention, which is only right, she IS a princess after all! They have a good setup and a nice yard. They treated my little fur-baby very nicely and gave her lots of love.

From the owner: 24/7 Fetching Friends Doggie Daycare&Boarding/Grooming, guarantees you will be happy with your…read morefurry friends Grooming or money back Guarantees

Cathy is one of the most amazing ladies I have ever met. She won over my very picky and timid…read morerescue girl.....Sammy our rescue chihuahua/dachshund cross just loves her as does Gracie our English bulldog. Cathy was a huge help when our person we booked to dog sit backed out at last minute......we would recommend Cathy to anyone she truly is a guardian angel.

I fostered then adopted my baby Hazelnut (nee Mecca) in April, a month before a planned long…read moreweekend away to Cape Breton. Hazelnut had been through 3 foster families before me, over the course of 2 months. Despite having a good life for 7 years (she was reluctantly surrendered by her family when they moved into an apartment), and despite the efforts of 3 amazing, caring foster families, Hazelnut was unsettled, unsure of where life would dump her next, and, I think, misunderstood by all the potential adopters who ran away with their tails between their legs. It doesn't help that I'm gone 40 hours/week for work, and there's nobody around to stimulate her brain cells. Hazelnut is an intelligent, loving hound, but she has some serious anxiety issues around dogs (especially, but not only, big ones), and around certain people, too (I have not yet figured out what makes her snap at people). When her triggers get too close, Hazelnut barks and lunges and froths at the mouth. So finding a dogsitter was going to be challenging! Cathy of A Dog's Day was not fazed by Hazelnut's seemingly aggressive behaviour. Our first meeting, at the beginning of May, 2 weeks after I had adopted Hazelnut, everyone nearly went deaf. Hazelnut was barking and bearing teeth, shouting "Hey everyone! I feel really uncomfortable right now! And I want you to feel that way too!" In spite of the fact that Cathy was then on vacation until a week before my weekend getaway, she planned with me an approach to introduce her to Hazelnut and gradually make the relationship more comfortable. She also brought along her son Jacob, knowing that his gentle, laid-back demeanor would be soothing for an unsettled dog. Cathy and Jacob met me at home and took Hazelnut for a walk. I gave them the key, and later in the week, they let themselves into the house, and took Hazelnut for another walk. All of this was free of charge, because they wanted to make sure the weekend would work out well for everyone, Hazelnut especially! Jacob did much of the dog-sitting while I was gone, and I couldn't be happier with the results. When I got home Monday afternoon, Hazelnut was lolling about on the couch. She was more relaxed than I'd ever seen her. In the course of 3 days, Jacob and Cathy worked some kind of de-stressing magic on Hazelnut. I will definitely be hiring A Dog's Day again in future. And if you need an experienced dogsitter (or dog walker) who is prepared to deal with practically anything, who will plan it carefully, and execute the plan with love and attention to detail, then you should give Cathy a call!

Called to see if it would be a good fit for my pit bull/rotti mix who has not been socialized by…read morethe previous owner. I was told by the woman I spoke to she works specifically with the breed and would love to work with him during his stay so I decided to go with them. Picked him up after a week and they said they didn't even take him out of his pen! He was covered in fleas and had bloody diarrhea for a week! Never taking him there again.

We had our dog at the kennel for a weekend. When we showed up they said he hadn't been good and…read moreshowed aggression. I was really surprised to hear this considering my dog has literally never been even slightly aggressive towards a human. Who ever worked there ended up following us out to the parking lot telling us to come back and almost tried to smooth things over? I didn't think much about the interaction at the time and was mostly focused on my dog. The day after being home he was hardly coming out of his kennel, shaking, always cowards when we approach him. This this dog has never done before. He very a confident, happy dog going in and a totally different dog coming out. I don't want to point fingers or blame anyone but I feel like we may have not been told a complete story. Anytime I go to pet my dog still now his eyes close and he bows down. Safe to say we won't be back. Oh and the place is an absolute dump.

Can't say enough positive things about Cindy and NIkki.... I think they both make you feel like…read moreYOUR dog is their favorite...but I know in my heart they are ALL their favorites. I always feel like Max is loved and cared for and protected - just as we would do. We have left Max with Cindy overnight as well - and never a worry! We love PUP....highly highly recommend.

From the owner: Our specialty is catering to the unique needs of small dogs (under 30lbs) and their owners. We love…read morethe wee ones and have built a day care and overnight service around spoiling the little fur baby in your life. Our passion for dogs means individualized care designed to provide a safe, clean space for lots of play time, socialization within a small pack, and overnight care that is "just like home" with no kennelling. Our indoor/outdoor facility is located in the trendy North End of Halifax with plenty of on-street parking for drop off and pick ups during daycare hours. The website provides a handy online scheduling system and information on pricing for our Wee Care packages. You can add on a bathtime or a walking service as well. The Sleepover means your pup comes home with us to enjoy their own mini-vacation. They sleep in our bed, go for walks in our neighbourhood, and come along with us for car rides or outdoor excursions. We ensure their stay is as close to their normal routine as possible. Our 'by-the-hour' option is a handy service for visitors to Halifax. Maybe you want to tour without your pooch or just go out for a night on the town. We are happy to host your dog so you can enjoy all that our wonderful province has to offer. Drop us a line or give us a call and we can provide you with the details and how you can sign up your furry friend!

Took my old man in for his first ever groom.. nervous ? Yup.. he's older and had his first flare up…read moreof arthritis.. wanted to do something special for him as he lost his brother yesterday .. they suggested a comfort groom due to his stage of life and I'm in tears of how sweet he looks.. and how happy was at pick up.. I'd easily give them 10 plus stars our of 5 for going above and beyond and giving me peace of mind the whole time. Can't wait to bring him back

Best groomer we have found and our little dog is a total arsehat. Beautiful location and a nice…read morefacility. Staff is excellent. I can't say enough good things about the time and attention they give our dog. A pleasure to deal with them!