My dogs love Day Hill! They go for Daycare often and boarding when we do short trips. They get so…read moreexcited in the car when we pull down Addison road. My family has used this kennel for over 20 years. They always come home happy and Healthy! They also take such cute holiday photos!

Please please ask to see where the dogs are kept during the day, your dog will be left in a crate…read moreall day on a cement floor with no blankets, kennel sprayed with water and left not fully dried when they use the bathroom( and sometimes even the dog sprayed out of carelessness) , and if signed up for daycare don't be fooled they get to play in a room for a short amount of time and then will be put right back in those wet cement crates. If your dog is signed up for walks it goes around that little path out in front of the place and then right back into the crates. The workers will mishandle your dogs, call them cruel names, and physically push them where they want them to go. Your dogs are not being treated the way you think, if they seem happy when you pick them up it's because they are so relieved to be out of this awful place NOT because they had a good time.

We asked for a puppy cut, and the lady shaved her down to nothing. My dog is not the breed where…read moreshe's supposed to have that short of a cut, also it is winter. My poor dog now has to wear a sweater all day till her fur grows back. I'm extremely disappointed and am NOT going back

Home sweet home pet care you are AMAZING!!! You managed to get my super nervous cat to come out…read moreand let you pet him wow . I have never felt so comfortable leaving town, the pictures and note you sent out me at ease and I came home to happy pets. I cannot more highly recommend anyone!

We explored several doggie daycare facilities before landing on Bark Palace. After almost a year of…read moresending our pup here, we are certain we made the right choice. My wife, myself, and most importantly our dog love Bark Palace and their staff. Pros: - During our initial enrollment, our dog was primarily kept up front with the staff for several days as a trial run to ensure he was comfortable being with the other dogs - The back room has many different sections to separate different types of dogs, and includes access to an outside area. This was a big differentiator, as many of the other places we looked at seemed to indicate they'd drop our little guy in a big room with dogs of all different sizes and personalities. - They seem to be very flexible in terms of scheduling/timing. As long as we are somewhat "regulars," we don't need to notify them of which days our dog will be coming. They also have great hours for drop off (opening as early as 6:30 on most days) and pickup, and the few times we've boarded our dog, we've been able to pick him up on the weekends. - All of the folks working there have been great and seem to be true dog lovers, including the owners who are often times there working themselves. They also frequently post pictures and videos of the dogs playing. Cons: - Some of the people there are NY Giants fans. Our dog, Brady (named after the greatest), doesn't seem to mind too much, though.

I am so grateful for Bark Palace! Ever since I moved to the area, Bark Palace has been my go-to…read moreplace when I travel. As such, this is my dog's home away from home! The staff is great! I like the cameras they have in the front office, so you get to see what the dogs are doing in the back. The dog suites are spacious and well lit. In the summer the inside is very cool, and in the winter the inside is very warm and cozy. My dog is older and sleeps most of the time. As such, they let her stay in the office. I strongly recommend them!!!

I'm blown away at how professional the staff is. They're all really nice and funny too! They really…read moretake dog walking to the next level. I couldn't have asked for a more detailed and proactive team, who made sure to ask all the right questions. They even taught me something new I didn't know about the lock on my back door. I am very over protective when it comes to my dogs and I wouldn't trust them with anyone else!

I used David's Pet Services in West Hartford for a few years and found them to be fantastic. My dog…read morereceived excellent care with every visit. The walkers were always on time and provided a much needed bathroom, exercise, and food break for my pup. I looked forward to the daily pictures and visit description. Every interaction with David and his fantastic team was positive. I found them to be highly competent, honest, flexible, and caring. I recommend DPS to care for your pet when you can't. You will not be disappointed.

We use home buddies when we go on vacation or long weekends. I'm surprised they don't have any…read moreother reviews. We have three cats and Two dogs. Everyone that works for them including the owner is fantastic. They let them out, feed them and even give them medication. When we go on long trips they always send text message updates and sent pics of our fur babies. I would highly recommend them especially if your pets don't do well at the kennel. We know when we are away our animals are well taken care ok.

You won't get a more conscientious and caring warrior for your pets than this mighty woman! Her…read morepassion from animals is so evident when you speak with her.

Elaine is the best "in home" pet sitter we have ever used. She is amazing!!!! Our dogs and cats…read moreabsolutely LOVE her, even our protective GSD! She takes better care of our house and pets than we do!!! She sends several updates/pictures/videos throughout the day. I would recommend her to anyone. No one will take better care of your pets!!

Dr. Pennington and his crew have been my vet of choice for over 30 years. He is the best in the…read morearea and truly cares about his patients. People here have complained about the wait time and there is a reason for that wait time. Unlike other vets and animal hospitals, you will not be rushed. You are given the time needed to give your furbaby the best care possible. If it goes over the standard care time so be it. Yes others will wait but if the time comes that YOU need extra time with the vet, you will get the same excellent treatment and the time needed for your pet to be best cared for. It amazes me these days how people don't notice when there is not a revolving door for patients. He is accepting patients on and off over the year as people move etc. You'll still want to give them a call either way. If you have a question, Doctor Pennington will call you back during his phone "call back" times which is usually after 5pm est. The staff are very knowledgeable and will usually know whether or not your question can be answered over a phone call or if your furbaby would need to be seen. They have been working at the office for a very long time and if for some reason they don't know, they will check with the doctor. Regardless of how we feel about it, sometimes the questions can only be answered with the pet present and an appointment is needed. He's not going to just tell you what you want to hear. As for cost, he is actually very good for this area. And if you have a budget you need to let the staff know. They will work with you to keep within your budget and get the best care for your pet. There are almost always medication and treatment options!

If you are going to into the office for a Rabies shot that the Government requires every 2 years…read moremake sure you ask for a quote before seeing the Doctor. Dr Pennington. The Doc is a great man he is very caring about animals, BUT, getting back to the quote for what you want done. The last visit was $300, I ended up paying for Blood work test's that is NOT what is required in the state, there is another shot that is not required it is a shot for Lyme Disease. My dog is in the house 90 % of the time, she only goes outside for her Bathroom issues, and walks down the sidewalks. I will be requesting the Rabies shot only going forward. Like I said the Doctor is a very nice man and he knows animals, but buyer be aware of unnecessary charges.

FIVE STARS‼ book Linda & Jack's for worry free personal care for your furry life companion. Your…read morepet will be kept safely in their comfortable home, crate free and like they were at an aunt & uncle's place visiting. It is certified in animal resuscitation and emergency care for any situation that may arise. They'll send you pics of your fur pal lounging in bed, playing with other pets, sitting on the couch under a blanket or with their hosts, etc. Don't they deserve a safe, healthy & happy time while you're away?

I was looking to get away for a long weekend without burdening a friend and asking someone to stop…read moreby and feed and walk my dog (Bailey) 3 times a day when my mom had an idea. My mother has had Linda take care of her cat at home for over eight years, whenever my mother is out of town for more than a day. Linda was recommended by a Glastonbury veterinarian and has had a key to mom's house, watered plants, taken in mail and newspapers, lets the cat in and out, and of course feeds him and checks the litter box for a per visit fee. My mom noticed that Linda's website said she now boards some dogs in her home for a daily (or half-day, if that's all you need) rate. My mom got me in touch with Linda who requested I bring my little chihuahua over several days before my trip so that they could meet and I could see the arrangements and make sure I didn't have any concerns or questions left unanswered. Linda has a great big fenced in yard for the dogs to play and exercise in, and lots of crates, gates and blankets so that all you need to provide is food (and treats if you'd like). Everything went well, the three other dogs that were at the house when I arrived (only one lives there) were all let outside so that Bailey could walk in and get comfortable without the distraction of the other dogs wanting to play. I also completed a form while visiting about things such as what kind of food I use, how much food and exercise Bailey gets daily, and who the vet is and if certain vaccines were up to date. I warned that Bailey has refused to eat once or twice when I was gone and Linda said she's dealt with similar situations before and has always found a way to get them to eat, even if it means cooking them eggs (right, she also asked about any food allergies in case it came to that)! Well I went on my trip and got a picture of Bailey texted to me the next day, then another picture her second day there of Bailey stretched out on Linda's lap outside enjoying the fire pit (the same way Bailey lays on my lap nightly on the couch). I texted at one point to make sure Bailey was eating and Linda said she did have to hand-feed her sometimes but she did get her to eat (and she was fed away from the other dogs, in her own space). It was a great experience and I will definitely be using this service again and recommend it for anyone that needs their dog boarded. Also, keep in mind that other places that board dogs (in kennels) are businesses with employees that leave early in the evening and don't return until morning, so there could be 12 (YES TWELVE) consecutive hours that no one is there to let the animals out to relieve themselves, that is not the kind of attention, or lack thereof, the animals receive in Linda's home where people are there throughout the night. Linda and Jack were great and you can tell they truly are animal lovers.

My family took our Labrador for many years, even into her elderly years. She was also excited to go…read moreto camp and all the staff knew her by name. They sent us a card full of memories they had with her after her passing, which was so sweet. Now I take my little Labrador puppy and she has a blast. The staff is incredible and so friendly. I love that I can watch her all day on the cameras. Makes me feel more comfortable leaving her to go on vacation or for the day.

I am so glad we took our dog to Camp Bow Wow. Their prices are so reasonable compared to other…read moredoggy daycares. They don't charge extra for giving medication during overnight visits. They have webcams that allow you to watch your dog either outside or inside the communal areas. I kind of wish they had individual camper cabin cams, but that would be unrealistic, I know. Most importantly, they seem to really care about making sure the dogs are comfortable and happy. When our holiday trip out of town got extended by a few days because of cancelled flights they were accommodating. The last day he was there he was starting to get a little antsy and irritated, so they called me and let me know they would give him more alone time in his cabin. They did want me to consider having our emergency contact come pick him up, but they were able to hold off until we got back, which I appreciated. My dog (an adopted Lhasa Apso) doesn't really do good with other dogs or people, but he seemed really chill while he was there. The dogs hang out in their cabins for a couple hours around noon, but otherwise are on camera most of the day. It made it a million times easier to be away when I could check on him. Also, the first day you visit for an interview is a free day of dog sitting! They just want you to be gone for at least a few hours to check how the dog handles it.

I recently visited your clinic with my dog, who was in pain and unable to walk. While I understand…read morethat emergency clinics must prioritize critical cases, I waited over 3 hours without being seen. During that time, I heard great things about your care and saw many satisfied customers--so I was disappointed to leave without my pet receiving treatment. The staff eventually explained that more urgent cases were triaged ahead of us, which I respect, but I wish this had been communicated more clearly upfront. Being told repeatedly that "you're one of the next ones" gave me false hope. In the end, I had my dog fully treated the next day at our regular vet--for close to the same cost as your base visit fee. Your 24-hour clinic is clearly a valuable resource for true emergencies, but I suggest being more transparent about wait times and triage policies to help others make informed choices about whether or not they should try to be seen.

It was a early evening on a weekend and the place was a ghost town. I thought it was shut-down when…read moreI pulled into the parking lot when I saw nobody there. Now I know why. First, the receptionist was cold and unfriendly. They then came and took my pet into the back and I didn't see or hear from ANYONE for the next hour! The receptionist had left to go home right when we got there. So I walked into the back rooms where I saw several employees just hanging out talking. One jumped-up nervously and told me that someone will be with me shortly. More waiting. No communication. Very expensive. This place is just a money making machine for the owners who used to run a shoddy operation right across the street. PLEASE DO NOT TAKE YOUR PET HERE.