I live in the country , so my German Shephard and I walk the property as well as some of our…read moreneighbors orchards everyday. So he is almost always off leash given our location. One morning he ran off and I found him scavenging a carcass and before I could get to him, sure enough he got bone stuck in his throat. Fortunately it was not effecting his breathing, but he could not swallow and was clearly in great distress. I got him back home, called my Vet. They had no DR on staff until the afternoon. I then called every other Vet in my area, and they could either not see me because of being over capacity for appointments, or there was no Vet on Staff at the time. I loaded Max in the Truck, called ahead and told them we were coming. It was a long drive, 40 minutes with a dog in distress. When we arrived they got us in right away. Even though Max is a big , strong, and difficult dog, the veterinarian and staff were able to get the bone out of his throat with no sedation, no major procedure. They did not do anything extra, did not require an ultra sound of an X-Ray, and after all was said and done, it probably only cost me a little more than my regular Vet would have charged, and that was for an Emergency appointment. I know people will complain about the cost of VCA, but this is a 24 hour emergency service, and I for one am glad the community at least has this option given that extreme Vet shortage, and IMO anyone that takes on the responsibility of caring for an animal should be ready for things like this to come up. Great Experience, Thank You for helping my boy!

Moved from Oroville to Chico - No notice - since VCA took over the place was not near as pleasant…read moreas it once was. I found out they had moved when I went to the location on Oro Dam Blvd and they were closed. Called Chico and they said I had to bring my pet there for an exam in order to receive prescriptions that he already had. They had my pets' records, same vet. Had been with the Oroville vet for over 20 years and myself and other received no notice. VCA is a Corporate Entity looking out for themselves first, pets and pet parents second.

Wonderful vets, wonderful humans, wonderful compassionate care. Our four girls (now two) have…read morealways enjoyed excellent care.

The absolute best veterinarians. We have been clients for decades for our dogs, cats and horses…read more Dr. Darling and Doctor Savannah understand that these aren't just pets, they are our beloveds, and they both have turned themselves inside out for us every time. I can't say enough good things about them and their staff. We love them!

At a last minute vet choice, this place may suffice. But I would never return back…read more The employees are unprofessional and the wait times are incredibly long. I once waited in the patient room for a hour (just to see the Dr) with my anxious dog. We have since switched vets and we are having a much better experience.

They helped me with my mama dog who was not producing milk! Even after my appointment they were…read moreavailable via phone calls to help me with my problems and questions. Prices are reasonable, and that says a lot because going to the vet these days is as expensive as ever! I appreciate them for being kind. I will be back!

The Canine Connection is amazing! This is our second dog to go through Sara's programs, and we…read morecouldn't be happier. After the 2018 Camp Fire, our dog Stinson trained privately with staff due to our needs and later COVID restrictions; he loved his time there and he had friends. Whether he was learning, playing, or staying with the team he felt at home with them.. Now we have Crash, who has completed Puppy Socialization, Kindergarten, Surviving Adolescent classes, and more. Sara and her entire staff truly care about both the dogs and their people. I know they love Crash. They work hard to bring out the best in each dog while teaching owners how to communicate and work effectively as a team all with a soft hand. They all work to bring out the "friend" in your dog. Their combination of knowledge, patience, encouragement, and genuine love for the dogs is something special. We simply can't say enough good things about Sara and The Canine Connection. If you're looking for a place that will help you build a strong, positive relationship with your dog, this is it!

William is such a different dog since Anna at the Canine Connection came into his life. His…read moreconfidence has grown. It is wonderful to see him enjoy life instead of being panic stricken. Kathy D.

My pit mix, Hazel came into my life after spending some time alone on the streets of Bakersfield…read moreand then getting placed on the euthanasia list at the local shelter. Whatever trauma she endured there started showing itself through fear-based aggression toward humans; after trying on my own to address the behavior, both Hazel and I were stressed, frustrated and scared. I realized I needed professional help and I wanted it to be provided by an educated, dedicated trainer who came from a place of empathy. Tiffany fit that description perfectly. From the moment of our first Zoom "audition," I could tell she was no nonsense: she could train Hazel, but it would also take work, honestly and dedication from me, as well. Prior to drop off, I was provided with specific directions, a handbook and easy to follow instructions on exactly how the training would go. The minute I dropped off Hazel with Tiffany, my heart felt hopeful for the first time in months. Hazel immediately recognized Tiffany as a kindred spirit who commanded respect but made sure her first job was to connect with my dog. From there, I was receiving daily, lengthy updates that included videos describing what/how she was training as well as lectures that provided guidance I could follow once she came home. The part that made me realize I had made the right decision was that, within a couple of days, Tiffany had identified Hazel's root issues that were leading to her aggression and adjusted her training accordingly. It was amazing to watch her with Hazel: her focus, her calm, quiet demeanor and Hazel's response to her: trust. Once Hazel came home, the real work started and Tiffany is available 24/7 the first 72 hours and then available during her normal work hours for the life of your dog. That's an incredible commitment for what you're paying to know that your dog is in the best hands possible. I can't speak highly enough of Tiffany (and her sweet husband). I've been an animal person my whole life and there is no one else I'd recommend to help you connect more and understand any issues or behaviors your dog might be experiencing. Thank you, Tiffany.

Tiffany and For the Love of Dog has been nothing short of transformative for both me as a dog owner…read moreand for my dog. I was fortunate enough to book a month long board and train with Tiffany for my dog, who was a pandemic pup who had some medical trauma that robbed us of important foundational training time when he was a puppy. He's a strong guy as an adult and I was having a lot of trouble instilling training into him since he was not a food motivated dog, especially when it came to walking on a leash. He'd pulled me off my feet a few times and I knew I needed a professional to really help me become the best and safest dog owner I could for him. Working with Tiffany and For the Love of Dog doesn't just instill amazing training in your dog, but educates you as the owner in ways I didn't even realize was possible. I feel so much more prepared and educated now, through Tiffany's training, her educational videos, her to-the-minute updates on my Dog's progress and how she teaches--both the dogs and the human owners. She breaks down everything in such easy to follow ways and her insight on behavior, both dog and human owner behavior is nothing short of brilliant. I also know I can reach out to her at any time for any hurdles we encounter and will receive her insight and knowledge, which is worth its weight in gold. She quickly identified not only my mixed dog's breed (the genetic test totally confirmed everything she said!) but the underlying anxiety that he felt. The month he spent with her has transformed him from an anxious worrier with deep feelings who would pull me off my feet on walks to a calm dog who knows he can do hard work and that I'll be beside him to help as we tackle any new situations. The difference in him is profound: he's calm, he's walking on a loose leash, he's happily obeying commands and he's more confident in his place in the world and in our little pack of three. And I feel so much more prepared and understand him on a deeper level through Tiffany's insight, education and help. If you've got a pup facing a hard problem or anxious behavior or any issue at all, invest the time and money into Tiffany's training. You will be so thankful--and so will your dog! I cannot recommend her enough. This experience has strengthened my bond with my dog, educated me as a long-time dog owner and introduced an order into our lives that has truly changed it for the better.

Dr. Luddy put my soul dog into her forever sleep a few months ago. It was done on a beautiful…read moresummer morning, on my porch in one of her favorite places, at home and in my arms. We spent 19 1/2 years together, and I miss her endlessly. Choosing the right person to perform the procedure is important in making a heartbreaking decision as positive memory as possible. Dr. Luddy is warm, compassionate, accommodating and professional. I chose to keep my girls body for a few hours afterwards, I wasn't ready let her go immediately. I drove her on one last road trip (we used to love taking road trips together) and I drove her to the pet cemetery in Anderson to have her cremated. (Yelp Review to come about Anderson Pet Cemetery, also 5 stars). Dr. Luddy made a paw print of my sweet Zoe girl for me to have as a keepsake which I didn't know was an option and so glad she offered it. She took her time and explained as she gave each injection so I knew what expect. Hardest thing I've ever had to do in my entire life but I'm grateful I got to send my girl back into the universe from home, somewhere comfortable and familiar to my Zoe girl. Dr. Luddy takes credit card payments which was very helpful. Definitely recommend her,

Dr. Stacy Luddy came to our home to and administered the end of live serviced on our beautiful boy,…read moreDaryl, today. She was so sweet and caring gave us every opportunity to say our goodbyes, reassured us of our decision and was so good with our younger dog Traveler. Making sure he had his last sniffs and goodbye. She was so thoughtful of our emotional state and needs. Daryl was in the best hands at the painful time and passed in the most peaceful way. What a kind Dr. Thank you Dr. Luddy

I'm really happy with Wacky Wags. They were so easy to work with. My dog. absolutely loved it and…read morethey accommodated every need we had. They are the only boarder I trust and I highly recommend them. 5 stars!!!!!

Our dogs were not allowed to be with the other dogs so they were left alone with no interaction…read more Every time I checked on them they were staring at the fence where all the others were. They are very friendly with other dogs at the dog park so I don't know what the problem is here. Plus they charge extra for the 'privacy'. I also had looked in one time and saw a dog humping another dog and the girl finally noticed what was happening she hosed them both off. I guess that is allowed.

I had a long planned and paid for vacation coming up, so when my pet care fell through at the last…read moreminute, a friend recommended Sitter For Your Critters. I called them with very short notice and they quickly responded. The service was detailed and extremely professional, the Sitters were amazing, and the pricing was very fair. I look forward to my next getaway knowing that my pupster will be pampered and well taken care of!!!

Sitter for Your Critters has provided excellent pet care for our Bullmastiff and two cats. They are…read morecaring and kind to our pets, provide us with updates each time they come to our house, and we always return to happy pets. Also, we recently had to cancel pet care that we had scheduled due to our dog having multiple seizures two days before we left. We then received a caring phone call in which they asked about the welfare of our dog and genuinely cared about his well being. This meant a lot to us as our dog is a treasured member of our family. We highly recommend Sitter for Your Critters!! They truly care.

All the dog groomers we have dealt with are truly the best! They are so loving to your pet, take…read morethe time to listen to your requests and go above and beyond with scheduling appointments for you. You can tell they are skilled groomers since they always give our dog the proper cut based on her double coat. Shannon has been grooming our dog and I know she's in great hands since she's so happy, even while being trimmed. I highly recommend her to all my family and friends. Amazing work, TrailBlazers!

My standard bernedoodle has been groomed by Sierra for over 3 years. Trailblazer staff is welcoming…read moreand friendly. The bathing and grooming at Meriam Park Trailnlazer is fantastic!

Carla is friendly and seems to be kind to my little dogs who are my babies!!! She has never hurt…read morethem. She does a good job grooming them. How she treats my pets is the most important thing and she does a great job. I have Shi Tzu's.

Had a wonderful experience! I was so nervous taking my cat to a groomer and was hoping she wouldn't…read morehave to be sedated in order to hold still. but they did great with her! and they have an AWESOME FAQ page on their website that gives all the details when they take care of cats and dogs. I highly recommend this place!