Tailwag is my dog happiest place. I'm thinking here, it has been almost 1.5 years that we found…read moreTailwag. I was so worried to find the right place, and it is beyond of perfect. They treat my dog as their own! Just an amazing place and staff. I will start with the boarding and day care. Kind of a private suite , and the room has an AC to keep the dogs at the perfect temperature. During the daycare, his favorite part is the pool... well, he is a lab so pool and grabbing pillows from the couch is so much fun! But I really need to share the experience of their Academy training. Our dog started 2 months ago and we will continue. He has changed so much, so well behaved, social skills, he has become another dog, super smart! Wednesday is his favorite day of the week as it is Tailwag day (Academy time)... next day he is so exhausted, but Fridays he think it is Tailwag day again, and starts crying and when the door opens he goes outside and want to go again! not happy when I just bring him for a car ride ! Anyway, all I can say, it is the best place you can find! I cannot thank enough the whole staff, specially Sue and Isaac!

We absolutely LOVE Tailwags! My 1-year-old golden retriever, Jetty, thrives there. He gets to run…read morearound almost two acres, playing and learning great social skills with other dogs. The staff even taught him how to swim -- now he's not afraid of the water and is completely pool safe. We've also boarded him overnight and while on vacation, and he's always come home happy and well cared for. It's truly the best place for him to burn off energy, stay happy, and have fun. We're so grateful for the care, attention, and joy they bring to his life. Highly recommend!

Leashed with Love (Brandi) is so awesome with our kitty Rusty, and gives me such peace of mind he…read moreis taken care of when we're away. She has great communication, is accommodating and treats our boy like he's her own. She sends pictures and updates during her visits which is a nice touch. Will use her for my pet sitting needs again without hesitation!

I couldn't have asked for a better dog sitter! Brandi is reliable, attentive, so kind and…read moreprofessional. She has helped care for our dog on several occasions and our pup loves her! She always kept me updated with photos and messages, which gave me such peace of mind. I would happily recommend Brandi to anyone looking for a trustworthy, caring, and dependable pet sitter!

Lynn is amazing! We rescued 2 golden retriever mix sisters who had a rough start to life about a…read moreyear and a half ago. These girls were never socialized & we had no idea what we were doing but Lynn handled us all with the utmost respect & true kindness. We all learned so much & the girls are now thriving. Thank you Lynn!

Lynn has provided massage services for my dogs for almost a year. She brings a calm energy to each…read moresession which allows my pups to relax and enjoy the massage. I love that she lets them sniff and choose which essential oil she uses on them. The spa music she plays while they are getting their massage adds to the relaxing atmosphere. My dog Raimi loves to see Lynn arrive at our door. She also wants to go home with her when the massage is over! I have seen a benefit from the massages, especially since my pups play hard and do agility. Lynn is very thorough in her massages and has alerted me to any problem areas on my pups that need further attention. In addition she provides notes following each session so you have a record of her visit and findings (if any). My pups and I love Lynn! Her passion for pups and their well being definitely shows in her interaction with my pups and the great massages they receive.

I cannot sing the praises of Michelle enough! When Monty returned from two weeks of Board and…read moreTrain with Michelle, he was a changed dog. He's not just a calmer dog, he's a CALM dog. We've had no out-of-control barking incidents; he can be tethered and remain quiet. He's very good on walks, moving from "heel" to "break" and back to "heel" again. He's very responsive to the "off" command, which we use primarily to keep him off the furniture and out of the kitchen. Last week we had friends over for dinner and after his initial excitement he was a good boy, lying nearby content and chewing on a bone. We even attended the Humane Society Walk for Animals at Kit Carson Park, and with hundreds of dogs and people and non-stop activities, he was again a very well-behaved boy. We are so appreciative of the work that Michelle did with Monty. He is now the dog we always hoped he would be - happy, well-behaved, and living his best life!

I just picked up my dog today and I could not be happier! I had a great experience from start to…read morefinish with the team at Cosmo K9, specifically, Sophia! Sophia handled Kodi for the 2 weeks he was there and did a fantastic job training him! Sophia kept me updated on Kodi's progress every few days sending me pictures and short videos, and always took the time to explain everything to me, as well as teach me how to best handle him when returning Kodi back to me. I live in the valley (Los Angeles) and took the 2 hour drive because of a referral so highly recommended Cosmo K9 and I'm glad I did! 5 STARS! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

We sent our two dogs to a 3-week board and train program at IQK9 in Valley Center and the results…read morewere incredible! We were recommended this place by another dog mom at the dog park who also went through the training and has a very well-behaved doggo. Our dogs - Gojo and Benji - came home more obedient, calm, and confident -- they now respond to commands, walk beautifully on leash, and no longer jump on people or fight with each other. The dog trainers at IQK9 in Valley Center are amazing -- you can tell they truly care about every dog and have years of professional dog training experience. The whole process was easy, clear, and very well-organized. They even trained us during pickup so we understood how to stay consistent at home. This made all the difference because it is so important for us to continue their training at home to instill everything they learned. Our dogs absolutely loved their trainers and were so happy the entire time. If you're looking for obedience training, leash training, or dog behavior correction in Valley Center or North County San Diego, we 10/10 recommend this place!

IQ K9 has genuinely changed our lives, as well as our dogs' lives. We dropped off 2 very reactive…read moredogs that were out of control on walks, in the car, etc. Our male dog was also beginning to growl at our toddler and another adult in the home. After their board and train, we picked up 2 dogs who could walk past other dogs without reacting, obey commands, and were overall in a more relaxed state of mind. IQ K9 has provided continuous training in our home and out in the real world. It's not just the training of dogs that they do well, but the training of owners and handlers. We have learned so much and our relationship with our dogs has done a complete 180. We are so grateful to Stani and her team and cannot recommend them enough.

So lucky to have this in the community. Rare to find somewhere 24 hrs. They babysat my pup for a…read moreday while we went to the zoo. Highly recommend

This was our second time using the Escondido location, and it confirmed that this facility is not…read moreequipped or operated to responsibly manage large or anxious dogs, despite advertising itself as a professional daycare. During our first experience in May 2024 (boarding), our dog, Chika, was labeled anxious and given a "first strike" for snapping at other dogs. We had never received this sort of feedback before and were concerned. She was placed in private care for the remainder of that stay, and no further issues occurred. Between May 2024 and December 2025, Chika attended numerous daycare facilities in social play without incident. We gave the Escondido location another opportunity on December 20, 2025. Within three hours, we received a voicemail from Daniel (manager) stating that Chika was digging at and jumping on the walls and that the Escondido facility's walls are not as sturdy as those at the Miramar location. We were also told that she would NOT be welcome back at Escondido after that day. We do not dispute Chika's behavior, but the problem was the lack of management. We are paying customers and expect staff to actively handle the situation, not simply report it and escalate to removal or ban. There was no indication that reasonable steps were taken (removal from the area, breaks, walks, or calming measures) before contacting us. Notifying the customer is appropriate and appreciated; failing to attempt resolution is not. Chika was eventually placed in a cage for the remainder of the day, which was acceptable. However, communication did not indicate that efforts were made to reduce her stress or ensure her comfort. We paid $60 per dog (two dogs; our other dog's behavior was deemed acceptable) and expected professional supervision and care. There are serious safety and operational concerns. The facility has thin, easily damaged walls, is understaffed (per the manager and owner), and staff are not consistently present in dog areas. Dogs are sometimes monitored via cameras rather than in-person supervision, according to Daniel (manager). This location also maintains a low number of dogs, which aligns with how quickly dogs are removed or banned instead of being managed. According to the daycare, Chika may react this way because calmer areas stress her and busier areas keep her mind occupied--interpret that as you will. Interactions with Daniel (manager) and Brian (owner) were unacceptable. Brian called us on December 21st, which we initially appreciated as a chance to discuss the situation. However, the conversation quickly became hostile and dismissive, with Brian stating they "could bill you for the damage, but aren't," telling me to "take some introspection," and calling me "rude" and "ridiculous for asking for a refund." He also said, "open your own daycare and manage it how you want." All phone calls with management are recorded, so there is a record of these interactions. No accommodation was offered. Had a partial refund been provided, this review would not exist! The only professional interaction was with Whitney at the front desk. We love the Miramar location, and it's disappointing that our experience at Escondido came to this. Owners of large or anxious dogs should proceed with caution. This location does not actively manage stressed dogs or work toward resolution.

Shannon has been our trainer for years! Highly recommend her wealth of knowledge and love of all…read moreanimals!

Shannon Schaefer uses customized, humane training methods that do not involve treats, shock…read morecollars, or other "permissive" approaches, and aims to provide long-lasting solutions for a harmonious home environment.

We have been using Justin and Marlie since they started their business (15+ years ago). We would…read morenever trust our Emma with anyone else! They are so kind, caring and dedicated to taking care of animals. They offer convenient pick up and drop off shuttle service (depending on where you live, I believe) and every time they come to pick Emma up, she is happy to see them and comes home just as happy. Never once have we had any issues with illnesses or concerns about her care while she is there. We know she is being well-taken care of, played with and, most importantly, loved by their whole family. We feel as if they are an extension of our own family!

This past Christmas was Zooky's second boarding with Pet Adventures. Their Ramona location is a…read morenice big lot for the dogs to roam and play with each other. It was the first time I had them pick Zooky up from our house. I love they offer this option for a separate charge. We previously tried another boarding facility and Zooky came home sickly and sad. He now comes home happy after staying with Marlie and Justin.