Unfortunately, I had to edit my drafted five star review down to a four star review because I feel…read morelike I was bait and switched. We are relatively new to OC Pup Scouts starting in Dec 2025, and have gone through the temperament assessment and puppy training, but now that we've "graduated" to the pack walks, they've changed their prices and increased them 10%. Seemingly nominal, but this should have been disclosed or at least acknowledged upfront when asking about the program and pricing. The walkers and admin have been great, and my pup seems to really enjoy the walks. It's just feels a little icky that they probably knew about the price increase and conveniently left it out when vetting the business. Maybe I just had unlucky timing with it, because they did say this price increase was the "first in years". I get it, cost of living goes up. I just wish they had been honest and upfront about it (or at least honor their quoted pricing for another quarter or two), hence the removal of a star. I was looking for a service where my pup could safely interact and socialize with other dogs, not necessarily for the walk itself, so I found what I thought would be a good pick in OC Pup Scouts. The pack walk services are great. The handlers all seem friendly and genuinely nice people. They will pick up your pup from your chosen location and drive them in a van to a park where they embark on an hour long walk at a time. I especially love that they provide you an update/pictures of their walks. The pups all seem to enjoy their time together. There have been a few last minute schedule changes that range from a few minutes to an hour delay, but they've been pretty consistent about communicating these. This is also to be expected when your clients are... well dogs, but I only mention it to warn others to be flexible. Overall, I'm satisfied with the services rendered. I am happy I found OC Pup Scouts, and would be happy to recommend them for their pack walks. Hoping that the prices remain stable for the foreseeable future, and they don't pull a Spotify and jack them up every year.

Love love love this company I use them every week my dog comes home happy and worn out I cannot…read morerecommend them enough

New to San Clemente and looked for a good dog groomer. Plenty around but always hoping for the…read morebest I can find at the right price. Well, here we found it at Seashore. Our 9 lb mix: Cairn/Chihuahua rates it too. She went in needing a good bath, trim, and other essentials taken care of. The visit was just over an hour. The place was quiet and orderly. The Yuri owner a lovely woman. Dottie was returned and I thought we'd been given the wrong dog. Oh, and I was asked if a hypoallergenic shampoo was preferred. Normally it's one of the first things I ask for...I'd forgotten this time. So glad I got the chance to say YES PLEASE. Found there some puppy (our dog is 11 years' old but don't think that's important) popcorn. Extra soft. A couple of flavours. We went for peanut butter. It's low calorie and can be used as a good training treat too. Or used as a food topper. The Dot loves it. I was asked for and gave Y. updated medical info which they have kept. That's very important and, again, glad to have been asked. I think that she also made a note of preferences for referral next time. There'll certainly be one of those in 5 weeks' or so. Long and short of it (Dottie has long legs, now short hair!) is do give this pet spa a go if you want a happy experience. They have owned the spa for 10 years. Just 2 years of them in the new place. Perfect and accessible venue for us. All 100% good imo.

Been taking my long haired easily matted pup here for years and will not go anywhere else! They are…read morethe best of the best, treat my dog with love and care, and leave him looking adorable each time :)

Wonderful with my dogs and they send photos on walks and keep me updated throughout the time they…read moreare watching them.

How can such an aggressive man be a care taker of precious fur babies. I had seen an interaction…read morewith Jay and an employee of another company and the words that came out of Jays mouth were shocking. This gentleman was just doing his job and delivering his packages. We all know how hard these delivery people work and I could not believe the disrespect from Jay. Jay had so much anger inside of him and cursed the poor employee out for being in his way. I was in complete shock. Human beings should not treat each other in such manner. Jay has lost my respect and I have shared this interaction with my neighbors and friends. Please do yourself favor and find dog walkers who are warm and kind hearted. Jay has major anger issues. It was embarrassing and scary.

Amazing!! They took such great care of my boys! Both came home soft and clean and deshedded. They…read morewere beyond sweet and patient with my senior shepherd and let him take breaks. My malinous enjoyed himself (minus the dryer which they were aware of) and kept me up to speed on what was going on.

Avery was so kind and did an amazing job. It was Beans first grooming and he's a super nervous pup…read morebut they were so good with him. They were even able to trim his nails which is amazing because he hates his feet being touched. Definitely found our new groomer and couldn't be happier. Bow Wow came highly recommended and I can see why.

Good fresh food, good for fussy eaters and my dog is so much more active and he is 13 going blind…read moreand hard of hearing but loves his farmers did food

Their dog food is freshly made. They are generous about providing sample for my dog to try. Also…read moretheir staff is knowledgeable about diets. I believe that they do custom diet when you bring in blood work and schedule a consultation with their veterinarian nutritionist.

I was so happy to meet Matt. I work in Dana Point 3 days a week. He takes care of my precious fur…read moregirl for me 8-5. What a relief to know she is safe with this true doggie lover.

We can't say enough good things about Matt's Way! We have a very high energy GSP and Matt's able to…read moretire her out and keep her under control. Not only does he take amazing care of our dog, but he also stays at our home when we're away, which gives us so much peace of mind. He treats our dog like her own -- daily walks, plenty of playtime, and constant love and attention. We always get adorable photo updates, and our house is just as tidy as we left it when we return. Knowing our dog is happy, healthy, and loved while we're gone is priceless. Highly recommend Matts Way to anyone looking for a trustworthy, reliable, and truly caring sitter!

Emily is fantastic. We only worked with her in person once because I lived in Portland at the time,…read morebut after working with her that time she was open to any and all questions after that. Gonzo did so much better on leash after only one session!

We hired Emily to help us with our newly adopted puppy, Nala, an American Staffordshire Terrier…read moremix. As Nala approached 9 months old, she began showing signs of reactivity toward people and other dogs, especially on walks. We couldn't have anyone new come into our home without her barking, growling, and displaying dominant behavior. Walks became stressful--she would lunge at certain people wearing hats or sunglasses and at other dogs. We were starting to lose hope and knew we needed guidance to help Nala trust us and feel secure. We reached out to Emily, and from her very first consultation, we knew we had made the right choice. Emily arrived calm and relaxed, allowed Nala to approach her at her own pace, and immediately showed us how Nala should properly greet people. From that moment, I knew Emily was the perfect trainer for us. We've been working with Emily for 3 months, focusing on how Nala approaches people entering our home, and the progress has been incredible. Nala is now a very obedient dog, and we feel confident managing visitors. Walks were our next challenge, and Emily guided us through trying different collars, learning how to use our body language and tone of voice, and properly using the leash and collar. She emphasized praise, play, and rewarding Nala when she succeeded, which helped release her energy in a positive way. We have since enrolled in group sessions to work on properly introducing Nala to other dogs. Thanks to Emily's guidance, Nala has truly transformed into a completely different dog. Emily gave us the tools to feel confident, comfortable, and capable as dog owners. She doesn't waste time--she gets results while ensuring we understand what we're doing and why. We are so grateful for Emily and will absolutely continue working with her as we keep practicing and doing our homework. She is truly amazing, and we owe Nala's progress to her dedication and expertise.

I truly cannot say enough wonderful things about Salt & Sea Veterinary Hospital. They were absolute…read moreangels when we desperately needed help. Late Thursday night, my neighbors' 14-year-old dog, whom I walk every morning and absolutely adore, suddenly took a horrible turn and was unable to move. We were terrified and honestly feared the worst. His owners didn't want to put him through the stress and pain of trying to move him, so I became determined to find someone who would come to the house. We called approximately 15 different veterinary hospitals and mobile vets, and no one was able or willing to come out. Finally, a friend recommended Salt & Sea, and I am SO incredibly grateful they did. Not only did Salt & Sea come to the house, but they arrived with such compassion, kindness, and professionalism. They were incredibly efficient while still taking the time to make him feel comfortable and cared for. They assessed him, treated what they believed was causing the problem, and gave us hope during a really scary situation. I am beyond happy to say that just TWO DAYS LATER, he is back on his feet, walking again, and on his way to recovery!

**1 star** We…read morebrought our Cavapoo puppy Rufus here for his first wellness visit on 6/29, and it set the tone for what turned into a genuinely frustrating experience. At that first visit -- Rufus was 11 weeks old and hadn't finished his parvo series yet -- the husband (this is a husband-and-wife practice with no front desk staff) asked to weigh him on the floor scale out in the open lobby. When I asked how recently it had been cleaned, he apologized, ushered us into a treatment room, and sterilized a smaller scale instead. Small thing on its own, but not a great first impression on basic biosecurity for an unvaccinated puppy. That visit came to $713, itemized down to the office visit, vaccines, a tech fee, a biohazard fee, a fecal/Giardia panel, dewormer, Simparica Trio, probiotics, ear cytology, ear cleaning, ear drops, and a cone for an ear infection diagnosed on the spot. Most of it was legitimate care. Parts of it felt like a menu. Before we left, we scheduled two follow-up vaccines for 7/23: his final DA2PP (parvo) booster and his second Leptospirosis shot. Both the invoice and the clinic's own reminder email confirmed exactly those two -- nothing else. Today (7/23) I sat down in the lobby and the husband immediately pulled out an iPad to pitch an additional influenza vaccine before we'd even discussed why we were there. When I asked about the two shots we'd actually scheduled, he told me the DA2PP shouldn't be given until Rufus turns 16 weeks -- reversing what his own clinic had scheduled three weeks earlier -- and then said there were three shots on the books for today, which matches neither the invoice nor their reminder email. When I calmly asked for clarification, he kept steering the conversation back to the upsell, then raised his voice and told me there are "plenty of other vets in the area" who could take Rufus -- in the middle of the lobby, in front of another client waiting with her dog. The medicine itself may well be fine. But a solo husband-and-wife shop with no front desk, vaccine guidance that changes appointment to appointment, and a vet who literally yells at a client for asking questions is not where I'm bringing my dog back to. We're finding Rufus a new vet.

We reached out for a quote to watch our pup while we went parasailing but ended up not booking…read moreanything because someone else offered to help. That help fell through on the day of so we called last minute and they completely came through! Kristen showed up quickly in time for our appointment and then took our beagle to walk around the area. She took great care of him and he was happy with her. He even gave her kisses when we left (and he doesn't always take to people that quickly). The video sent after was cute, very cool to see him playing in the grass and enjoying himself. What a fantastic save, we are so appreciative! Highly recommend.

Kristen is absolutely amazing!! She is knowledgeable, patient, and so kind. HIGHLY recommend :)read more

Huge shoutout to Courtney at Pets Plus! I called this morning looking for a specific low-fat dog…read morefood for my pup, who can only eat special food due to dietary needs. I normally order from SquarePet, but my delivery wasn't arriving until Tuesday and I needed to get his food sooner. When I called, Courtney answered and confirmed they had the food in shipment, but it hadn't been checked in yet. She kindly took my number and told me she would call once it was available. Within just a couple of hours, Courtney called me back to let me know the food was ready and even stated she will save the cans for me. Thank you, Courtney, for the amazing customer service, kindness, and follow-through. You truly went above and beyond, and now my fur baby has the food he needs!

Always great customer service! Friendly and inviting! Love getting all our goodies from here for…read moreour fur babes!