I used Dawg Gone It for years, and looking back, I really wish I had trusted my gut sooner. My dogs…read morewould often come home acting strangely after staying there, but I never had any concrete reason to believe something was wrong, so I continued using them. One thing that always bothered me was the complete lack of cameras. For a premium-priced boarding facility, I believe pet parents should be able to check in on their dogs throughout their stay. Being able to actually see how your dogs are doing shouldn't feel like a luxury when you're paying a premium for their care. Then something happened that completely changed my perspective. I was out walking my dogs, Ollie and Evie, when a woman unexpectedly called out, "Hi Ollie! Hi Evie!" I stopped and asked how she knew them. She told me she had previously worked at Dawg Gone It. Naturally, I started asking her about her experience there and whether the dogs were well cared for. Her response genuinely shocked me. She told me, in no uncertain terms, "Never take your dogs there." I was honestly stunned. I can't speak firsthand to everything that may or may not happen inside the facility, and I'm not going to make accusations I can't personally substantiate. But hearing that from someone who had actually worked there, combined with my dogs' behavior after previous stays and the lack of transparency from not having cameras, was enough for me. I will never board my dogs there again. More than anything, I'm disappointed in myself for not questioning things sooner. Ollie and Evie are my babies, and knowing what I know now, I wish I had made a different choice for them years ago. If you're considering boarding your dogs here, I would strongly encourage you to do your own research and ask a lot of questions before leaving your pets there.

We always use the for birding our dog. They do a great job and we are always happy with their…read moreservices.

We used this company when we visited Carmel for 5 days in August 2011…read more We were very pleased with this company, Ruth is very accommodating to her customers , even when they contact her at almost the last minute ( like we did). She was great with our dog and obviously loves animals. Ruth eliminated any worries we might have had with leaving our dog with a pet sitter. Our trip was made more pleasant by her professionalism. You won't be disappointed if you hire her to look after your pet during your stay.

From the owner: Carmel-by-the-Sea Pet Services is a fully insured and bonded pet care service. I have the…read moreknowledge, professionalism and expertise to care for your animal while you are away. I provide in the comfort of your own home, dog sitting, dog walking, cat sitting, hotel visits or sleepovers for your pet's well being. Since I am not a kennel or boarding house, I can assure your furry family member all the love and attention they can handle while kept company in your home! Call me today and see how I'm different and why my clients return...

Excellent hard working services with excellent customer service. Quick reply time (also…read morecommunicates via text which I like). These folks were recommended to us by a friend and they did great work!!! Highly recommend! They are also dog lovers themselves so they were respectful of gates and pets needs.

This person came over to my house unannounced without confirmation text from me saying that I would…read morelike to confirm him coming over to do the service. I changed my phone number which I understand caused a miscommunication but when I didn't reply to confirm the service, I should've received an email requesting to do the service. This was insanely unprofessional and scared me and my dogs as we did didn't know somebody was going to be entering the backyard. This person didn't even knock on our front door to ask if it was OK to start the service. Also, you say that you texted me and then I responded but I never responded. I couldn't have possibly responded as that's not my number anymore. Unless somebody else responded on that new number that's all I could think of, but I literally don't have access to that phone number anymore, so it could not have been me that responded. I had responded to you previously but ever since our initial first text after the first day that you cleaned my house I never responded after that because I got a new number after that.

A few months ago, we hired OffLeash K9 through their "Board and Train" program, for our Cane Corso…read morepuppy. At that time, he was around 7 months old. At the time I signed the training services agreement, there was zero mention of the use of an electronic training collar as part of the program. Additionally, it is not clearly described or disclosed on the OffLeash K9 website that they utilize these collars as a part of the training-- they use vague language to refer to their practices, including the use of "safe and effective methods", but no concrete examples or definitions. I did not discover that they were planning to use an electronic (shock) collar until well after I paid the $2790 for the training program, I should add. Learning this information gave me pause, and I considered cancelling the training, as I had learned through my own professional experience that positive reinforcement training is more effective to achieve results for dogs than punishment-based training. Nonetheless, I was told and encouraged by the trainer (Izzy) that this method was safe, and would not cause injury. Upon return to me after the 2 weeks, my puppy had injuries around his neck which the trainer referred to as "hot spots". The trainer informed me that it was simply due to "irritation" from the collar. The trainer stated at the time of return that our dog was "stubborn", and "slow to learn". Being a Registered Veterinary Technician, I took him home, and I shaved and cleaned the wounds around his neck, in order to better visualize the area. It was immediately clear that he had painful, necrotic pressure wounds around his neck (see photos). I administered first aid, and consulted a veterinarian colleague for further instruction. I am relieved to report that his injuries healed without the need for more invasive treatment--however, those pressure wounds are not a "normal" result of the use of electronic collars. That occurs when the collar is left in place for too long, and is fitted too tightly. This was a direct result of the misuse of the training collar by the trainer. Subsequently, our dog was fearful of the collar, and, understandably, would refuse to allow us to place it on him. He demonstrated very little obedience as a result of his training, despite our attempts to follow up with his training as directed, and he appeared more anxious than he was prior to the program. Both personally and professionally, I was left disappointed and concerned by this program, and certainly would not recommend it to any of my friends or associates. I question its validity, if management is using and supporting dubious communications, and condoning harmful practices. I have extensive connections in the veterinary medical community of the Central Coast and Bay Area, after an almost 20-year career as a senior veterinary nurse, and I have been vehemently opposing and advocating against this he use of OffLeash K9. I have dissuaded clients from acquiring their services. Furthermore, I strongly suggest that trainer Izzy of Salinas be investigated for misconduct, and potentially animal neglect. My intention in sharing this feedback is to make the community of pet owners, whom I love and humbly serve, aware of the adverse effects of this training program.

Having had previous success for dog training it was without a doubt to choose Central Coast: Off…read moreLeash K9 train to train our young dog. Miguel was very patient and skillful in handling our Maltese. Mugi returned to us confident and receptive to basic commands. We were amazed that Mugi walked off leash so obediently! We recommend CC OLK9 and Miguel and found the two week board and train program a great way to train and expand socialization to our dog.

Tonya answered my request immediately and was very accommodating when I had to change the drop-off…read moretime for our dog. We have used Tonya twice while we golfed in Monterey, one year apart, and our little cavapoo had no trouble at all when we dropped him off again. Sheadon and Preston took excellent care of Remy!! We will continue to use Signature Paw Spa when in Carmel.

I recently boarded my dog, Jasper, here for the first time and had a really great experience. Josh…read moreand Sheadon were a part of the team that watched Jasper, and they both clearly love what they do. They made me feel completely comfortable leaving my dog in their care, and I really appreciated the pictures they sent while I was away! Jasper is usually anxious whenever I drop him off at new places but he was very happy, relaxed, and clearly well looked after. I'll definitely be using Signature Paw Spa again in the future!

Shane was great with my pup. Super easy to communicate with & did a great job with my pups 1st…read moregrooming

Shane was fantastic with my two large breed dogs. I have a mastiff (150 lbs) and a lab/pitbull mix…read more(80 lbs). I had been searching for a mobile groomer because it's tough to take both pups at the same time and my rescue doesn't get along with other dogs and that can be an issue taking her. Shane was on time, so nice and gentle and their nails were done better than any of the groomers we've been to around here. My mastiff did so well with him despite it being their first meeting! I will definitely be using Shane for as long as possible and if you have any doggie anxiety issues or just want your fur babies to feel more relaxed at home you need to have Shane come out.

We couldn't be happier with the job Santiago did. Our Labradoodle had his first haircut, and it…read morecame out better than we ever imagined. The trim is incredibly clean and balanced, and you can tell he takes pride in every detail. What impressed us just as much was how patient and gentle he was. Our dog came home looking great and completely relaxed, which says a lot. Santiago has been grooming for 35 years, and his experience really shows. We've already decided he'll be our groomer from now on and wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for someone who genuinely cares about both the dogs and the quality of his work. Five stars.

I've been bringing my cat here for a few years now, and Santiago always does an incredible job with…read moreher. She comes back super soft, completely mat-free, and smelling amazing every single time. She's long-haired and not the easiest to groom, so I really appreciate the care and skill Santiago and his team put into every visit. I recently started taking both of my dogs here as well. They're short-haired and pretty easy, but it's still such a relief knowing they're in good hands. Their nails are always perfectly trimmed, they come back clean, happy, and fresh, and the whole experience is consistently great. I love being able to drop all three off and know they're going to be well cared for. Amazing service, kind staff, and reliable every time. Highly recommend!

This service is a lifesaver and he goes above and beyond, even put my garbage can on the curb for…read moregarbage day! Pictures are sent of the locked gates to ensure dogs safety as well. 10/10

From the owner: Central Coast's Premier Pet Waste Removal Service! We specialize in your pup's waste so you don't…read morehave to! Get your free quote today and select from a variety of pick up schedules based on your convenience. Monthly subscriptions make for hassle free service and a happy home. Let us take care of the dirty stuff and keep your property's curb appeal year round!

Absolutely wonderful and kind staff. First time for our new rescue pup to have a professional…read moregrooming. They took extra care to allow our fur baby to become comfortable to their people for her appointment. Superior quality of professionalism and compassion to owners and their pets. I would recommend highly to any one who appreciates a business based on kindness and makes customers and their pets feel like family! Our pup was so calm and happy upon picking her up! Very grateful and looking forward to her future regular grooming appointments

I've had to board my beautiful eight year-old. American bully here for several reasons one being an…read moreemergency and they have been so good to me and my dog DrakeO. They take exceptional. Great care of the animals and this is the first party I've ever had to do and I recommend this place wholeheartedly. Thank you so much. You guys have been a lifesaver.!!!!