Bonnie and Mike are definitely the dog whisperers I was looking for to care for my pups while we…read morewere away on vacation. I realized how stressed I felt taking them to a vet boarding place, where my fur babies sit in a jail cell mostly isolated from people and fun. Bonnie interviewed my dogs and assessed whether they were a good fit and could get along with other dogs. She and Mike had no problem with my anxious and chatty hound/shepherd mix or grounded and stubborn carian terrier. They jumped right in the mix and had SO much fun! Bonnie made sure to send me pictures of them at rest and play, while we were away, which helped us relax and have fun, too. They have a great yard with fenced in areas, which allow for separation if needed. I think most of the time the poochies run and play, and then crash at night from a long day of fun. They really know dogs, and I was impressed at their compassion and humor while also keeping a watchful eye on how the dogs interacted with each other. Bonnie and Mike feel like a part of the family now. We'll see them next time we have to leave town without our dogs.

It is a rare experience to find someone who can truly demonstrate the care and kindness towards…read moreothers - particularly to the furry babies that we entrust in their care. Bonnie is a very special person in this regard. In addition to her methodical approach to learn and understand the nature of my dog's behavior and how she will get along with the other dogs and the new environment, Bonnie also shares the same concern I have for the well being of my dog. Her words - I care about her like she's my own. Who could ask for anything more?

Emily was amazing! She was very friendly and easy to get along with. She is also flexible when it…read morecomes to scheduling drop off and pick up times. She was very thorough with her instructions and reminders. She gave us pictures of Twix (our dog) while we were on travel and that was very comforting to know that Twix settled and ate well and that he too was also enjoying his time. I will work with Emily again whenever I need a dog sitter. Great job, Emily, and thank you!

We originally found Emily when my work converted to a hybrid schedule and we needed someone to come…read morea few times during those days to let our puppy Mango out of her crate to get some play time, potty, and get fed. Mango seemed very comfortable around Emily, and she even sent us a picture while she was over watching her. We also discovered that Emily does daycare during our conversations with her, and have since tried that route once. It has worked out well knowing that Mango has someone to keep an eye on her throughout the day while we're gone, and not just barking up a storm while locked in her crate all day. Emily communicates primarily through text, which has worked out well for us in coordinating logistics and communicating schedule and updates.

Get Out of Town, Robbee and her team have watched our fur babies and home for many, many years. We…read morefull trust that our kitties get the best attention and care while we are traveling. She is flexible and it is always a treat when she shares their photos with us. They are always happy and show off their best behavior... I recommend her care highly and without reservations.

I've been using GET OUT OF TOWN! for the past seven years, and Robbee is the best. She is…read moretrustworthy and dependable and pays attention to the details. She always takes great care of both my resident and foster cats. I never have to worry when I go out of town, and I especially love getting text and picture updates. We've used her dog walking services in the past too, and our dog loved her. Give her a call!

Updated Review -…read moreSee attached photos. This is about trust. - Our cat (who is actually a girl ) has been cared for many other people in the past including friends and pet sitters before we moved to Pinole (not Hercules) and needed to find a new sitter - Cathie's response was posted 6 months after my original review so not sure if she is thinking of someone else

Cathie is heaven sent. She is a true animal whisperer. Cathie is professional, trustworthy, honest,…read morepatient, efficient, loving and kind. She came to pill my parent's cat, who was in heart failure, for months on end, every morning and evening. She never missed an appointment. She had to give up to 6 different meds in different doses in the am and pm and developed multiple ways to lessen the trauma to our cat. She was with my parents and the precious kitty up to the very end and sat with my parents as they processed their deep grief. She is an incredible and talented person!

Katie and her assistant, also named Katie, are a life saver! Our 17 year old long haired cat, Lou,…read morecan't clean herself as well as she used to so unfortunately her coat forms mats that become very thick very quickly. Katie is a vet tech and we know her through our vet, Dr. Reid (of East Bay Veterinary House Calls), so we knew we could trust her, but this is the first time we asked about her grooming services and we couldn't be more impressed by the experience and results. Lou walked out from the bathroom with her new lion haircut and clipped nails, and was clearly feeling so much better! We've tried many groomers over the years and are so glad we've found Katie - she's the best! We highly recommend her to anyone looking for a cat groomer!

I have been using Ray of Sunshine for about 3 years. I travel a lot for work and for pleasure and…read morethey have ALWAYS been able to find coverage to care for my babes when I was out of town. This was huge for me, when my regular sitter was away the team would train new sitters on my behalf and made the process as easy as possible. Last year my 2 older cats were very sick, the sitters always picked up/cleaned up the, sometimes very gross, messes they produced. This is one of the many very personal and individualized services they take on without question to assure I feel like my home is in a comfortable state while I'm gone. Most importantly, my pets LOVE Diana and Katie! They play and pet my fur babes and I have seen for my self the affection both ways. They have bought them toys and always send me pictures of them - so I can see how happy they are. I cannot say enough wonderful things about this amazing service! I highly recommend them to all!

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!

Maribel welcomed our dog into her hiking pack last year, and we have been so impressed with the…read morelevel of care she has given our dog. She communicates with us regularly and we fully trust that if something wasn't quite right with our dog she would reach out immediately with any concerns and do whatever it takes to help. Our dog loves Maribel and we can tell that Maribel genuinely cares for all of the animals in her care. We have also had our dog board with Maribel while we are out of town and we can relax because we know she is in the best care. Maribel gave our dog all of her meds regularly (some of which are bit inconvenient) and our pup came back healthy and happy after her stays with Maribel. We are so grateful we found Maribel - we fully trust and recommend her!

Happy Go Lucky Pet Care deserves more than five stars! I could go on fur-ever about how exceptional…read morethey are. My dog has been with Happy Go Lucky for four years, and in that time Paula has shown nothing but genuine love and care for every dog in her pack and you can tell they adore her right back. Since joining Paula's walks, my dog has gained confidence on the trail, improved training skills, and become a happier, healthier pup overall. She gets great exercise, socialization, and plenty of positive stimulation. Seeing Paula and her pack of furry friends is truly one of the highlights of my dog's day. Not only is Paula wonderful with the dogs, she's also incredibly professional, organized, and communicative. A clear, hard-working person you can always depend on. She truly does it all and does it so well. I wholeheartedly recommend Happy Go Lucky Pet Care for your pet care needs. There's no one else I trust more with my pup!

Lisa walks my cavalier twice a week. She's cheerful and wonderful with the dogs. At the end of each…read moreday of walking, we get a lovely photograph of the group of dogs that she walked that day. They are wonderful and I recommend them highly.

Sophie is a very committed and caring petsitter. I first had her petsit for me over Thanksgiving…read morewhen my original sitter fell through at the last minute. She was very accommodating and made time to meet me and my cat Elsa despite her busy petsitting schedule over Thanksgiving, so that she could get a feel for Elsa in person. She clearly loves animals and always sends detailed updates when she takes care of Elsa for me. Elsa clearly loves her too. I cannot recommend Sophie and her services enough.

Sophie is the best! She gave our cat so much love and sent pictures and videos every visit. She…read morealso efficiently administered medicine for our 16 year old cat and kept the house sparkling clean. I highly recommend Sophie. You won't worry about your pet, as Dophie is warm, reliable, and efficient!

Jerry took excellent care of my two cats while I was out of town! He checked in on them each day…read moreand sent along photos with the updates. One of my kitties can be pretty shy around new people but Jerry was able to get him to warm up and receive some pets and cuddles. They both got lots of attention with each visit, and I could tell they were being well looked after. I would definitely recommend the Pet Nanny the next time you need someone to help out with your furry friends.

I needed pet sitting and have two dogs that aren't always the most welcoming to new people, then in…read morewalk Jerry and Alison.... I couldn't believe it but instantaneously the dogs gravitated toward them and it's been great ever since! Some people just have a good vibe and you can't fool a dog so I automatically felt comfortable having them come for dropping visits while I am away. Jerry is great with sending photos and updates so I know the dogs are happy. Glad I found them and highly recommend!

Marc is an experienced, serious dog walker that does amazing off-leash pack walks that my dog loves…read more- the packs are made up of all kinds of dogs and Marc does a good job of being a strong pack leader. I appreciate Marc and trust him with my dog completely - I especially like that he helps reinforce obedience / training commands during the walks which is super helpful. My dog likes him so much she howls when he comes and picks her up. Highly recommend!

Marc Kellond, dog walker, is sorely needed in the East Bay area of El Sobrante, Hercules and…read morePinole. He charges $30 for a 60-minute pack walk and goes to local dog parks to give the dogs the socialization they need. Website walkingmansbestfriend.com. Phone 510-685-0390; .walkingman17@icloud.com For $30, he will pick up your dog from your house, go to a local park (Pt. Pinole, Sobrante Ridge, Wildcat, etc.) walk for 60 minutes, and then return your dog to your house. The first walk/screening interview is free. Has been through the training program with Cause and Effect dog training, is licensed, insured, bonded, pet first aid certified, and a member of pet sitters international. Has experience with difficult dogs; or should we say, difficult owners who need training to know how to control their dogs.