I highly recommend Dani's Barks and Rec to anyone looking for help with their dog or cat! My dog Emmet was a weekly daycare client and loved the walks and park outings. Dani and Keith are wonderful animal-lovers; they are professional and experienced; they are also kind and generous and thoughtful and go out of their way to work with your needs. On several occasions Emmet stayed with them for weeks at a time when I went on vacation or out-of-town. I knew that he was in the best of hands! Emmet quickly came love the time he spent with Dani and Keith - and all the other four-legged clients - and I know he thought of them as his family. I do too. read more

Dani is the Best! If your lucky enough to be in her area, she will take the absolute best care of your pets. I've been using Dani on and off for the past 8 years and she is fantastic. I can totally relax on a trip knowing our Shepard is in the best hands with Dani. read more

Dani & Keith are the BEST cat sitters EVER!!!!! Very responsive, local folks, and they really *care* about the animals they care for. We've been using them for years as cat sitters and it's so great knowing our cats are in great hands! Thank you Dani & Keith! read more

We love Dani! She is caring, attentive, and is flexible and easy to work with when our schedules require it. I take my dog to the same park as her most days a week, and I see how she interacts with the dogs firsthand and I trust her to take care of mine. read more

Dani and Keith are the BEST cat sitters we've ever employed. Our "Houdini" cat escaped the previous cat sitter (who didn't notice!), so we met with Dani & Keith. They met with us, got to know our cats, and we've used them for two years now. I never worry that they'll accidentally let our Houdini out. They give fantastic service at a substantial discount compared to other sitters. They both really love the animals they care for, are fun to chat with and stay in contact via email while we are traveling. You'll never do better than Barks and Rec in San Francisco!!!!! read more

This review is long OVERDUE!!! These guys are amazing, and are soo thoughtful for all of the animals that they look over. I am so happy that I have found them, and even though I do not use them often, I would recommend these people to anyone. Thank you for everything asI will def. be a long time customer!!! The price is right, animals are happy, and the owners have no worries. Thank you for making me a happy jew! read more

Dani and Keith are awesome. They have pet sit for our pet rats multiple times and always did an excellent job. They even send us pictures every day to show us what they are up to. Very reliable and great. read more

If you are lucky enough to have Dani and Keith take you on as a client don't miss the chance. The other day I said that going for walks with Dani is probably the best thing that happened to my pup Captain since I adopted him, and I meant it. Not only is she professional and reliable, she is an absolute dog whisperer. Captain isn't exactly a problem dog but as a rescue with a checkered past has some hangups, and Dani has been incredibly patient and kind with him. I've noticed a marked improvement in his behavior because of her work with him. They also say a tired dog is a good dog and Captain is exhausted after his days of play with Dani and the other pups. The final thing I will say about Dani is she goes above and beyond even the highest expectations. I routinely get professional quality pictures of Captain having fun at the park, and Captain got the nicest gift stocking for the holiday season. I've even known Dani to repair a fence herself when the city was too slow to get to it. There's seriously no one I would trust with my dog more than Dani. read more

I can't speak highly enough about Dani and her company. I was very selective about who I allowed to take care of my fur baby, Zelda the corgi... I even went so far as to regularly visit dog parks to get a feel for options. The following is what drew me to hiring Dani: 1) Dani loves my dog (and my dog knows it and reciprocates)! Dani genuinely delights in each and every one of the animals in her care. You can tell from Dani's pictures that she loves her pack -but I've also seen it in person: Dani loves what makes your dog unique, and whenever I visit the dog park she is the first person I go to to share laughs or seek information. 2) Dani protects my dog. Not only is Dani quite familiar with her own pack, she is friends and acquaintances with the other walkers and dogs that use the dog park. Dani is keenly alert and aware of situations that may jeopardize safety, and she takes actions to ensure risks are minimized -including confronting uneducated handlers if necessary. Dani takes charge, and all dogs (and humans ;) respect her as pack leader. 3) Dani is knowledgeable about dog behaviorism and she has helped my dog curb some bad habits. When I first came to the dog park I had a few problems: My corgi would "yipe" prematurely whenever a larger dog would approach her to play. Dani helped to identify this as a problem (as the "yipe" sound may activate some dogs' prey drives and actually incite the aggression it's meant to prevent), and then Dani identified and implemented behavioral intervention strategies to train my dog out of the bad habit by setting limits and using positive reinforcement. My dog also didn't used to come when called at the dog park, but since Dani I am amazed at how much my corgi's recall has improved! 4) Dani helps me feel connected to my dog when I have to be away at work. Nothing brightens my day quite like getting a text/picture of my dog playing and having fun with her friends at the dog park. I get happy and excited for my dog on the days when I know she won't have to be home alone all day. Dani and her company also keep a facebook group where I can occasionally see pictures of my dog and/or her doggy friends. Dani's pictures highlight the value I get from her service, and I more than feel like I get my money's worth. Dani's fees are very reasonable, and she is flexible to my situation. 5) Dani is responsible, reasonable, and responsive. In over a year not ONCE has Dani failed to follow through with the commitment we have arranged. In situations where Dani might not be available, her partner Keith takes over and does an equally marvelous job! In situations where my dog and I have to change plans, Dani has a reasonable cancellation policy (at least 24 hour advance notice requested) and she has been understanding and compassionate to emergency circumstances. Dani is good at responding to my text messages and she does her best to accommodate me if I have special requests. (e.g., one time I was worried something was wrong with Zelda's foot and she kept an extra eye on it and gave me her input). All-in-all, Dani's Barks and Rec is Zelda and my's top choice. All these 5 star reviews don't lie! Go with Dani and you and your animal will be very pleased and well taken care of. read more

We love Dani and her dog! She is wonderful with all of here dogs from the shy to the rambunctious! I appreciate how she encourages all of them to interact and socialize with each other! I live near the dogpatch park she takes them to and our dog loves to go and socialize with all his friends throughout the week! We are grateful Dani brings the dogs around to play! read more

I can not give enough praise to Keith and Dani for taking care of my two cats while I was away in Mexico on a two week vacation. My usual pet sitter wasn't available so I decided on Dani's Barks and Rec based on all the positive reviews and that they were local to my neighborhood. I contacted them about a month in advance to reserve time since it was getting close to the holiday season and I figured they would be busy. Before we left, Dani and Keith both came to my house to meet the cats, get keys and go over care instructions. I was impressed that they asked a lot of good questions and took notes. One of my cats is almost 19 years old, has a few medical issues, and I was worried about leaving her alone but Dani and Keith both gave me confidence that she was in good hands. They were great about texting and sending photos to let us know the cats were ok. They even left us a custom holiday card with a photo of one of our cats. Highly recommended! read more

The best. Don't look anywhere else. Dani and Keith have been taking care of our 8 month old bichon poodle Leo for 2 months now and we couldn't be happier. Dani takes him out every weekday for at least 2 hours. They are the sweetest people and I trust them with my little Leo. Dani always sends me pictures and updates me on how Leo is doing. She'll go out of her way to make him comfortable and happy. He always got car sickness but she went out of her way to get him comfortable by trying different techniques and now he is much better. She is so flexible. We feel at peace that we have somebody we can count on in a pinch. Dani doesn't just care for your pup. She cares about you, about making your life easier. She has brought in our packages every time she's seen them at our door. Dani and Keith are a small but mighty team. They are very professional. They will have paperwork ready and tell you exactly what to expect for any type of service. I highly recommend Dani and Keith for your furry child! read more

Dani is very reliable and responsible. She has walked 3 different dogs for us. She really loves dogs and has a lot of insight. She has made helpful suggestions when we had questions about dog behavior. When one of the dogs had a serious emergency, Dani and Keith were very helpful. read more

Dani at Potrero Tales is THE best! She doesn't just walk dogs, she treats them like they are part of her extended family. She showers our pup with love, kisses, treats and let's him steal the pillow for overnight visits. You can tell she really loves all the individual dogs and treats them with the same care as if they were her own. She remembers birthdays and even got our pup special presents for Christmas. :) We are going to miss Dani so much after we move to the East Bay but will continue to use Potrero Tales for overnight visits. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for excellent care for their pet! read more

Dani is SO GREAT with our dog! He starts going crazy every time she comes to the door and it makes us feel so good to know she takes such good care of him. Having a tired puppy at the end of the day is quite a treat! read more

This is LONG overdue... The BEST dog people around! Dani and Keith took wonderful care of our beloved dog. She was our first dog... first rescue dog... first everything and meant the world to us... we babied her like crazy. So picking the right person/group was very important. DBR always showed-up, always kept us informed and took wonderful pics of our pup and her friends. They always went the extra mile to keep her clean after a full day of play. And Dani takes the best dog pics EVER!!! EPIC! read more

Dani and Keith are the absolutely best pet care givers. They know animals and they provide that extra love and care that we all want our pets to receive when we are away. My cats don't normally like their pet sitter, they sort of put up with them. Well, that has all changed with Dani and Keith. My cats greet them at the door and love hanging out and playing. Dani and Keith are insured and bonded. They are professionals and good humans. They go the extra mile with care and my home is always clean and tidy upon my return. I cannot say enough exemplary things about them. read more

About a year I ago my husband and I decided to hire professional pet sitters, instead of relying on the generosity of our friends to look after our cats and chickens when we go out of town. The challenge was finding someone who could look after our chickens as well. In looking through the reviews on Yelp I came across Dani's Barks and Rec, and on a hunch reached out to Keith and Dani. Dani grew up with chickens so she is a natural with ours, and Keith does a wonderful job with our cats. We've used them several times now, and they have always been professional, detail-oriented, and great with sending us updates while we are away. When one of our cats passed away recently, they even went to the effort of dropping off a condolence card for us. I would definitely recommend them to anyone who's looking for a trusted caregiver for their pet(s). read more

Before a big 3 week international trip, I struggled to find a cat sitter that made me feel comfortable. After surfing a lot of yelp reviews and sitters' websites, I realized that while most/all sitters had initial on-site meetings to get to know you and the pets, as well as any special meds or other needs, few guaranteed that the person you met would be the person who actually came and cared for your pet. Some specifically said you'd likely never meet that person. There's no way I would be ok with that. In contrast, Dani and Keith had great reviews but also did the work themselves. They both came to meet me and took very detailed notes. They documented the location and types of food, treats, and cat litter. They asked about my cats' behaviors and hiding locations and even where they liked to be scratched or groomed. When I was actually out of town, Keith sent me periodic emails and photos, updating me on how the cats were behaving. One of my cats was also getting over a lung infection and needed twice daily antibiotics for the first week as well as a daily pill for all three weeks, something Dani and Keith had no reluctance to handle. Right before I left, though, the sick one began refusing the "pill pocket" treats I'd been using but Keith worked with me via email to try out various alternatives. Ultimately, he went so far as to boil some chicken and use that to sneak in the meds. Definitely above and beyond what I would have expected. When I came home, my sick cat was happy and back to normal. The other, rather anti-social one, was also happy and healthy (once he forgave me for leaving). All-in-all, I'd highly recommend Dani and Keith. They were very friendly, kept me up to date, and handled the medical issues without skipping a beat. The next time I head out of town, I'll definitely be calling on them again. read more

I am SO GLAD we found Dani and Potrero Tales. I have a very sweet but shy/ nervous dog who needed a lot of care and attention and Dani is just the right person. She updates me with photos and texts after every walk and really keeps me in the loop. You can tell she truly cares for animals and loves her job. I've seen her at work and she's constantly got an eye on each and every dog and is in touch with how they are doing. She also does home visits and dog sitting, which I haven't experienced yet but I'm sure would be a great experience. I 100% trust her with everything and would recommend her in a heartbeat. Oh and she's super flexible, which is great for my schedule. read more

The wife and I had to leave the dogs behind for a couple weeks. Dani & Keith were awesome. Daily check-ins with pictures of all the dog party times going on, & very reasonable rates. 5 stars for helping us out! read more

Keith and Dani are great! They took care of my 20 year old cat when I went on vacation and did daily check-ins with me. I highly recommend them to help take care of your pet when you're away. I don't know what I would have done without them. Thanks, guys! read more

Dani is great with dogs. She's so caring and compassionate with them, but even more importantly, she's really good at gently setting limits for dogs and keeping them safe. Highly recommended! read more

As a testimony to their service, I signed up with Yelp just so I can leave a review. Dani and Keith, took my puppy for walks when I was away for two weeks, and their regular updates with pictures made me relax. Now their number is on our fridge just in case we need them. Keep up the great job! read more

I found out about Potrero Tails (edit: now Dani's Barks and Rec) by way of recommendation from a different pet sitting company who turns out doesn't operate in my neighborhood. We have two cats, one of which recently had some medical complication but has since recovered. Nevertheless, we like to keep a close eye on him. I'm really happy I got that recommendation. Keith and Dani take great care of our cats, and are great to work with besides. They sent us pictures of the cats while we were away, and emailed over questions immediately when they had any potential concerns. It's really comforting to know your pets are being taken care of by good people while you're gone. Would definitely recommend Keith and Dani to my friends and family for their cat sitting needs! read more

We recently had them take care of our cats and fish tank for a week while we were out of town. Dani and Keith both came to meet our pets before the trip and took very detailed notes. You can see how much they love animals and care for them as if they were their own. I really appreciated the daily texts with pictures that put my mind at ease. There was a problem with our fish tank lights after the power went out one day, and Keith called me and very quickly figured out how to get the lights working again. I was so relieved. Our cats seemed happy when we got home, and although they're a bit shy they really warmed up to Keith and Dani. I will definitely call them for future visits and feel confident our pets are in good hands. read more

I needed care for my two cats while I was on vacation for a few weeks. Dani and Keith were totally devoted to their care -- they listened and took notes while I told them all about my kitties and their care. While I was gone, they emailed me with pictures every time they came over, and I returned to happy and healthy cats. They were fantastic caregivers and really nice people too. Highly recommended. read more

Dani and Keith took care of our cat, Byxbee, for us when we were away for a few days in October. They took great care of him and he was a happy boy when we got home. I know many of the reviews are for dogs but they are great with cats too! They even sent me a text with a picture of Byx playing and a personalized Christmas card! I highly recommend them for excellent care that won't break the bank. read more

Our greyhound has been looked after by Dani and Keith a few times now and we are so pleased they are there. Greyhounds are pretty sensitive dogs and need special care - which Dani and Keith provide naturally - we love getting photo updates and seeing him 'cockroach' a true sign of happiness...Dani and Keith really do care for our dog so well that we can leave with no worries...thats just a great feeling. read more

They are such a wonderful resource -- we often stay in SF for a couple days and our two english cocker pups(1 1/2 yr old) are used to our 2 acre yard and wide open spaces to run around plus 3 mile walks vs cooped up city living -- They pick up and take the two boys to the doggie park or walk and my boys, even the timid anxious one, are so so happy and excited to see them and can't wait to go out with them. Stellar experience with them everytime. We are not regulars, but appreciate how when my kids miss them for the day, they posted update photos to facebook so they could check on them while they were away. read more

Potrero Tales is an excellent dog walking and dog-sitting service! Dani took such good care of my elderly dog! When I came to pick the pup up (my choice-Dani wanted to bring her back but I was in town anyway), she didn't want to leave. Honestly. Trips to Ft. Funston with a very patient walker who can wait wait wait for the dog to make it back up the hill, this is what my dog needed and got from a super caring walker. Dani is conscientious and professional, and excellent with dogs. read more

Potrero Tales is known for their dog services but I'd like to give a shout out to their cat-sitting abilities as well. I've had Dani care for my cats while on vacation on at least a half-dozen occasions and every time she did a fabulous job, giving them plenty of love, attention, and TLC. I will be using them again the next time I'm away. read more

Potrero Tales have been consistently delivering excellent, loving care to my girls. We were traveling in Europe for two weeks in October. I felt completely at ease knowing that Dani and Keith had our babies the whole time. The girls were extremely happy with them, and even got to dress up for Howl-o-ween! I would recommend Potrero Tales in a heartbeat. read more