I took Artie to Gracie's Place for his first hair cut and I am very pleased with the results! The…read moregroomer extremely nice and understanding. The total cost for a bath, nail trim and haircut is also very reasonable. AHeinz57 does such great work, it is definitely worth the trip to Gracie's Place to help support their cause.

Do not bring your Pet here unless you want them to get sick. I brought my dogs here to be boarded…read more They were up to date on all distemper and Bordetella shots. They came home with kennel cough. When we picked them up they were coughing and wheezing and hacking. We knew instantly something was wrong. The employees at Gracies place said nothing. Having never experienced kennel cough before I did not know what was wrong with them. I brought them to the vet and she confirmed our suspicions. My dogs had contracted kennel cough at Gracies place. They knew they had boarded dogs with kennel cough they said nothing. They gave no notice to us. Provided us with no information that they were exposed to kennel cough even after hearing them hacking and coughing and wheezing when we picked them up. I called to let them know that they had an extremely contagious disease at their location. They said that they knew. They offered no credit towards our boarding with them and no compensation for the $240 vet bill.Even though my dogs got sick hear it appeared to be a new facility.

We've been taking our dog Otis to Unleashed Pets since last November, and we truly couldn't be…read morehappier. The facility is incredibly clean--it's obvious that cleanliness is a top priority, and they're constantly keeping everything in great condition. Otis has struggled with separation anxiety, but by his third day at daycare, everything changed. Now he gets so excited when we pull into the parking lot and doesn't even look back at drop-off. That alone says everything about how comfortable and happy he is there. He comes home completely worn out from playing all day, which we love. We actually drive 25 minutes out of the way just to bring him here, and it is worth every single minute. I visited almost every daycare in town before choosing Unleashed Pets, and I can confidently say this is the best one. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a place they can truly trust with their dog.

An outstanding facility with experienced owner and employees! A wide range of services is provided,…read moreincluding boarding, daycare, bathe-pet-yourself, and enrichment activities. The facility is impressive! It is spotless, and there are no smells. Our Golden puppy loves it here, and would open the door by herself if she could. As a dog parent you have lots of options, but Unleashed Pets is worth a visit.

My dog did not act normal for a week after I picked her up from this facility. From all the other…read moreplaces I have taken her she acts Great upon pick-up and afterwards.

We've been taking our dog, Jude, to Raccoon River Kennels for 6 years. Highly recommend them!…read more Whether it's one day/daycare or one week/boarding, Jude is well taken care of. As we drive there, he gets very excited to go and runs in the door every time! Every staff member greets your dog like he/she is their own. They have different sized kennel options, very spacious play areas/"farm like" acreage, extra services (ie extra walks, play time, baths etc) and can customize services whether you have an energetic dog or mellow dog. They don't judge or balk at owners who want to bring in blankets or pillows etc to make their boarded dog feel "at home" & safe (which is extra important for those rescue dogs or anxiety ridden dogs). I also believe their fees are reasonable so you get the bang for your buck! If you have a question or concern or they do, they are patient, calm & professional in discussing it. Try them out, you won't be disappointed!!

Only place I will take my dogs as I know they are cared for with love the kennel accommodates my…read morelarge dogs.

I love working with Anna. Mitzie Rue's is by far our top choice for doggie daycare. Anna isn't just…read morea pet sitter she is genuinely interested in each animals well being. Thank you Anna.

Booked her to check in on my dogs daily while out of town for work…read more She decides to take 4 days off, in a row, without saying a word. The first thing she does ask about after those 4 days? Money. She had already been paid upfront and had not even met that obligation, yet. Unreliable. Poor communication. The whole sha-bang.

From the owner: Offering trustworthy and attentive care for pets and children, including feeding, playtime,…read morecompanionship, and safety supervision. Whether it’s keeping your little ones engaged or making sure your pets feel loved, we provide dependable support so you can have peace of mind.

Vicky (the owner) was fantastic!!. She bonded with our special lab right away - (the dog treats…read morehelped)! We could tell our gal was going to be in good hands. Our trip ended up getting extended because of a family emergency and Vicky could not have been more accommodating and understanding.

From the owner: We are the best quality boarding for your cats, dogs, birds, and small animals. We have in-floor…read moreheat and air conditioning and spacious play yard with plenty of trees. Our owner is a certified veterinary technician for over 30 years. Call us today for more information.

1 word - WOW. These are truly kind people that know what they're doing and love the animals and…read morepeople that walk through their doors. I am traveling with my new kitten and she got diarrhea and I had to take her to the ER. She is fine now but I wanted to get her a bath before driving back to Iowa city. The kind woman on the phone said they do not take kittens but would be happy to help if Alicia the groomer consented. She did, so I brought my kitten mango in. Not only were they so gentle and kind, they made sure to get to know mango and my's backstories. I even heard the groomer make it a point to meet the parents of other dogs she has just groomed to ensure she was 100% happy. I was nervous mango wouldn't like it, but she was so calm and sweet with them. I expected to pay about $20.... but nope! FREE OF CHARGE because all they wanted was for mango to get home okay. Goodness. Truly great people. This place needs more reviews and I would recommend 100% P.S mango says thanks!!

I've been taking my dog here since they opened! Waukee desperately needed a quality, affordable dog…read moregroomer! The staff is wonderful and they always do a great job!

I recently had the absolute pleasure of touring the Lakota Creek Kennels in Indianola, Iowa, and…read morewas thoroughly impressed with their facilities and their owner, Josh Judge. First, Josh is a very pleasant and personable professional trainer who has built a following by offering exceptional services. He is a current military man and an ex-law enforcement officer who has traveled to several countries to study and improve his dog training techniques. I spent several hours with Josh as he explained his philosophies and successful methods of dog training. I have met many dog trainers both in person and through the internet, but Josh has an honest and straightforward approach that really appeals to me! Next is the facility. It is a modern, free-standing building that was designed and constructed for the specific purpose of boarding and training dogs. It has plenty of lighting, both natural and artificial, huge environmental heating and cooling equipment, and large kennels with ample space to house his dogs as well as a system of drains that make it easy to keep the areas clean. There were quite a few dogs there at the time of my visit and the place smelled very clean, a testament to his attention to his charges and the maintenance of the facility. Sadly, I live too far away to take advantage of his services, but I would highly recommend Josh and his services to anyone seeking a safe, sanitary and comfortable place to train and board their dogs!

From the owner: Lakota Creek Kennels is one of a kind in Iowa, with a national and international master trainer and…read more24/7 staff. We offer the very best in dog training and boarding in central Iowa.

All Breed Dog Obedience Training Has done wonders for our Mini Aussie(even with his ADHD). After…read moresix weeks he has become a well mannered puppy when we are out on walks. He sits when we stop and has become very good at laying down on command. He is a joy to walk, no pulling or side trips while on the leash. The techniques that are taught are easy for both handler and puppy to learn. We went with them because we saw a couple of their students at a local Fleet and Farm and were impressed with their pups behavior. The Trainers are super knowledgeable and eager to share with the Handlers how to get the best out of their pups. Highly recommend All Breed Dog Obedience Training!

Sandy and I are doing great! Holly and Laura are great instructors. We are now in advanced…read moretraining. Having fun.