Happy Paws

4.7 (26 reviews)

Pet Boarding, Pet Training

Closed • 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Dog boarding and training

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Puppy socialization classes

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Jennifer C.

1 year ago

I highly recommend Happy Paws! Great service and people who truly care about your pets.

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Chris S.

2 years ago

Called these guys about getting a sitter for our two dogs while we were away for a week. Unfortunately, they were booked up. BUT! Stephanie was super helpful and gave us names of other recommended sitters, as well as providing information on their boarding services. She genuinely seemed like she was more interested in making sure our dogs were taken care of than getting us to spend our money with them specifically. Next time we have more advance warning for our trip, we'll be going with Happy Paws. read more

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Joanne T.

3 years ago

I found Happy Paws as a referral from two dog trainers. My puppy LOVES the socialization romps in Stephanie's large grassy yard. I also boarded my puppy here and have sent her to daycare a couple of times. It is a huge relief to have this wonderful home away from home for my puppy baby. I feel confident leaving her -- knowing she will be loved and well taken care of. read more

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Kit F.

2 years ago

Stephanie is a gifted trainer, talented and caring. She noticed that I was wearing overalls with knee pads in order to kneel down low to the ground to train my (short) puppy, and in one session, taught us how to give hand signals from higher up so that I wouldn't have to kneel down as much. She's really invested in helping get our puppy trained so that we can enjoy a great relationship together. She also does training for service animals, and I can see that her training methods are spot-on. Highly recommend. read more

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Gwen W.

3 years ago

I truly recommend Happy Paws to anyone that is looking for someone to come to their home or to board at their facility. Stephanie was a delight to work with and I had to extend an extra visit due to planes being cancelled and delayed. She was very accommodating. Each day she took pictures of my dog and let me know how he was doing. I feel very confident in having Stephanie come into my home and take care of my dog while I'm away. Super service and so very relieved I found them!!! read more

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Cristina B.

4 years ago

Super bummed because I thought this was going to be a great local pet sitting business. Just like many other people, I am very protective over having anyone watch my animals. I was searching in the Folsom area and found Happy Paws. I went through all of the steps of requesting an online profile and downloading the app. Once that was done, I sent a message via the app and never heard back. I thought maybe I should call instead. I called and left a voicemail. Never heard back. It's been about two weeks and I've given up. read more

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Annelle W.

4 years ago

I have used Stephine twice. Everything was fine. BUT not responding to my texts and phone calls for 4 days? The voice mail was full. Terrible Customer Service This is not a business person I can ever recommend. I would suggest Rover. They have coverage if you dog gets hurt for up to 25 K Pity about this company. It started out well. read more

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Jill C.

4 years ago

The MOST professional, pet friendly, caring, & loving business for your furry loved ones. I give Happy Paws a 10 star rating, and trust them 110%. read more

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Pam M.

5 years ago

Stephanie & her team at Happy Paws always take great care of our dog Cassie! She is so accommodating to our last minute requests and the price can't be beat. Cassie has a lot of fun with the other dogs in her care and I know she is safe and well-cared for. read more

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Kathleen K.

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5 years ago

I can't say enough good things about Happy Paws. When I'm away, I know my dog is in the best hands. I get photos of him taking walks, playing and snuggling. The property is double gated and there is play space in the back. My dog comes home happy and healthy and that makes me happy. read more

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Jan B.

5 years ago

Great service and people!! So kind and kept me informed of everything !! Love this company

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Jan F.

5 years ago

I have used Happy Paws for dog walking and for boarding. They are exceptional at what they do. I was completely confident that my fur baby was well cared for. read more

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Davie F.

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5 years ago

I brought my dog to Happy Paws for a weekend when our normal dog sitter wasn't available. Stephanie was amazing about setting up a meet and greet before the weekend and helping my dog and myself become acquainted with some of the other dogs at Happy Paws and how Happy Paws works. Stephanie and her team were very professional and it was apparent that they all adored animals and would enjoy having my dog with them for a weekend. Everything went smoothly and my dog was all tuckered out when I picked him up after the weekend. I would recommend Happy Paws and will use them again in the future. read more

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Eve G.

8 years ago

Happy Paws is a FANTASTIC SERVICE. The owner has been working with dogs and cats for years and years. She really understands animals. My dog, Ruby, is crazy about Stephanie. We always hire Happy Paws when we travel. Our dog is in good hands and comes back happy and healthy :-) read more

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T R.

6 years ago

Happy Paws was able to accommodate me at the last minute for Thanksgiving. I thought I would have to board my two pups and was apprehensive since neither of them have ever been boarded. Stephanie and Meredith were actually able to come watch and stay with my pups overnight. It worked out better than I could've imagined. I would definitely use them again, and again. read more

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Megan H.

6 years ago

Stephanie and her team are AMAZING! We were out of the country for a week and they took great care of our fur babies! We got pictures and videos and texts with updates daily! Not only that, but she took our dogs and got them socializing and playing with others. AND if that wasn't perfect enough, we came home and she had given them baths and vacuumed up the dog fur!! Definitely my first choice for care for my babies! Highly recommended! read more

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Val P.

6 years ago

Wow a year has gone by since we started using this service. My dogs LOVE Stephanie and her team! They get so excited to see them and I love the fact that they can stay home while I am away. I book their service every time I travel and couldn't be happier with the service they provide. Thank you Happy Paws! read more

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Carol R.

5 years ago

Just met Stephanie while I was out walking, and she was walking a clients beautiful dog. She is really nice, and I'm looking forward to using her service when we get a puppy. read more

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Alisa P.

5 years ago

Love Stephanie and how well she takes care of our dog while we are gone! She gave us the sweetest updates and also went above and beyond to stay up late to pick up our pup after a late flight. Our dog has stayed with her twice now, and the second time we pulled up she could hardly contain her excitement to stay again! Excited to have such a wonderful place for our dog to stay while we have to be away from her. read more

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Angi S.

5 years ago

Stephanie loves dogs and it really shows in her business! I've used her for boarding and not only dies she take great care of my dog but her rates are reasonable too! read more

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Nancy J.

5 years ago

I am so happy to have found happy paws. My 4 legged babies love Stephanie. She is so good with dogs and cats. She really cares about the care our babies get and she pays attention to their different personalities. Weather it be pet sitting at our house or daycare our babies love Stephanie and her staff . Thank you Happy Paws, we love you so do our babies. read more

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Paulina G.

5 years ago

Happy paws was great! our big fluffy 115 pounds baby was under their care for 10 days. First time we left our boy to go on vacation. We enjoyed our trip knowing that out baby was well And happy. Stephanie and her crew are amazing! Thank you happy paws! read more

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Maria S.

8 years ago

Hands down the most reliable, trusting and loving pet service. I regularly travel out of the country and Stephanie has provided top of the line care for my two cats and two high energy labs. All I have to do is say her name and the dogs sprint to the front door waiting. She is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to pet care and first aid. I fully trust her in my home and with the complete care of my pets. read more

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Holister K.

8 years ago

Stephanie is such a great pet caregiver! My dog(lola) always gets excited to see her. Stephanie has even delt with my little devil dog(pip) too! She is a very trustworthy person. I trust her 100% with a key to my house when I need her to pick up my dogs if Im at work. She is overall very friendly,communicates through out the day, and trustworthy. Definitely will keep her as my normal sitter when needed! read more

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Nancy J.

6 years ago

My babies and I are so thankful to have found Stephanie. Finding Stephanie, we also found happy Paws . my babies loved the meet and greet and they love socializing and playing with the other pets . Were new to Folsom and I have done my research to try and find a comfortable place, a home away from home place to have my babies enjoy and come home happy and to look forward to going back to, and I found it with happy Paws. They really put my babies first even before me, which is what I like. My dogs were so relaxed when we picked them up from boarding and looked so happy that I decided to do daycare with happy Paws. That was really great because I know their having fun with other dogs and getting exercise and I don't feel so bad just seeing them lay around the house looking bored. Thank you so much to everyone at happy Paws for making our babies feel at home and treating them as if they were your babies. read more

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Jennifer W.

7 years ago

My two dogs were very well cared for. Stephanie sent me pictures of them every day and they were always happy!

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In-Home Board & Train for puppies and family dogs. Led by a CPDT-KA, ABC Service Dog Trainer, and Family Paws Educator. Our program is ideal for families who want structure and professional guidance — not quick fixes or unrealistic guarantees.

History

Established in 2018.

Happy Paws was started by a professional dog trainer that focuses on Day training, board and trains, service dogs, and families with young children or expecting parents.

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“Stephanie was a delight to work with and I had to extend an extra visit due to planes being cancelled and delayed.”

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James E.

5 years ago

Happy Paws is a modest establishment, but their treatment of our "Kami" was great. Kami is an 18 month old AKC Doberman. She can be a bit shy at times but at Happy Paws she thrived, enjoyed the companionship of other dogs her size and from the videos Stephanie sent us Kami had a great time. Happy Paws limits enrollment to 5 dogs and they are free to roam the house and yard. It is a great alternative to the highly commercial dog boarding options. read more

Mary Kay W.

6 years ago

Happy Paws offers great, reliable service and peace of mind when it comes to pet sitting. We have a "special needs" dog and Stephanie offered personalized care for her. Double thumbs up! read more

Chelsey M.

5 years ago

I recommend Happy Paws to everyone who needs a pet sitter- from drop ins, walks, overnight stays. I trust Stephanie and her team to take care of my pets as they were their own. read more

J R.

5 years ago

Stephanie truly cares about her canine clients. You can feel assured that your fur children are in great hands under her care. I highly recommend her services! read more

Emily V.