We've used Purrfect Pet Sitting to sit our two Golden Retrievers on a couple of occasions and are…read moreSO impressed with their service! The sitter that we have had, Karen, has been utterly phenomenal. She comes in and spends time with our pups, walks them, and makes sure that they are properly fed, watered, and cared for. She has watered our garden for us and even brought in the mail. Daily e-mail updates are provided if requested. We love getting home to read the daily log that Karen keeps and then leaves on the kitchen table for us. We don't have the necessity to leave our puppies at home often but, when we do, we completely trust that they are in good hands with Purrfect Pet Sitting!

Our pets are loved and worried about like they were our kids and so I am so happy to have such an…read moreawesome pet sitting service like Purrfect Pet Sitting so that we can go away and know they are being cared for so wonderfully. Like the song says "Don't worry, be happy" and thanks to Purrfect Pet Sitters I can really do that when away on vacation. Janice C.

Every business has a few quirks and it's up to each individual as to how much you put up with…read more We've had a couple at Miller Animal Hospital (MAH) but at the end of the day, it's about the quality of care that our pups are getting. We know that their health and well-being are the top priority at MAH. Dr. Rice takes as much time as we need to examine our pups, answer our questions, and provide thorough and easy-to-understand assessments, guidance, and suggestions to us. The clinical and support staff here are just as great...and believe me, we put them through their paces. They're not the closest. Their not the fanciest. But they are the best!

Extremely kind & caring team of doctors and staff. It's helpful being able to see the same…read moreveterinarian who knows our pups.

The most adorable little dog shop! My first time there was during the Victorian Stroll this past…read moreDecember. I had at that time purchased the most adorable little monster sweaters for my little monsters. Tonight I stopped in during Troy Nigh Out because I heard Mugzy's Barkery was there selling homemade, all natural and organic dog treats. I spoke with the lovely owner of HLB and Jaimie from Mugzy's for some time and then walked around the shop trying hard to restrain myself from buying everything in sight. The shop is clean and the owner is an absolute doll. I wish I got down that way more often, but this will always be high on my list of places to stop when I do.

This is a great place to bring your dog for the most part. The staff truly care about the animals…read moreand are very communicative with owners about any issues. The owner seems like she honestly cares about the animals but she disregards many employee concerns. It is not an ideal place to work. Employees are often not communicated with until last minute about staying beyond their designated shift and they are asked to perform tasks well outside of their hired job description. For example, incubating and raising ducks and chickens inside the bathroom of the business. This also led to the heat lamp blowing from being left on all the time, and causing a small fire that was thankfully caught by another employee before it caused any damage to people, the dogs or the building. The ducks and chickens remained even after. The entire bathroom was virtually unusable as the ducks and chickens were allowed to roam around defecating on the floor.

Dr Stone is very caring, knowledgeable veterinarian who is very easy to talk to and can explain…read moreeverything so well that you understand medical jargon. I've been going there for 20 + years and am very content

I cannot say enough about how grateful I am for the care Dr. Kurowski provided to my dogs during…read morethe final chapter of their lives. I met her later in their journey, at a time when things were already difficult, but she stepped in with a level of compassion, honesty, and professionalism that made all the difference. When the time came to say goodbye, a month apart, she guided us through each decision with empathy and clarity, never rushing us and always prioritizing their comfort and dignity. Losing two pets so close together was heartbreaking, but having a veterinarian who genuinely cared eased that burden more than I can express. I will always be grateful for her kindness, and the way she helped my dogs leave this world peacefully and with love. If you are looking for a veterinarian who combines exceptional medical skills with true compassion, I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Amy Kurowski. Michelle Daigle

Wag & Purr provided excellent care for my cat while I was out of town for a weekend. He stayed at…read morethe Cat B&B, which is an awesome idea that really worked out for my kitty who hates being alone. My cat had some particular needs, including medication twice a day, which Alissa was great about accommodating. I also got daily updates on how he was doing with adorable photos. And this was all for an extremely reasonable price. I was very happy with Wag & Purr and highly recommend them!

From the owner: Wag & Purr provides personalized cat sitting services in your home in the city of Albany and in…read moreDelmar, NY.

I've been taking my dog (York) to Pet Smart for grooming and wanted to try something different…read more York is terribly nervous and scared when he has gone to the groomer. When we arrived at the groomer they greeted us, expecting York. The check in was simple (I used a Groupon for the first time). I received a text in less than 3 hours that he was ready. I didn't pick him up, the experience seemed fine. He wasn't as "stressed" when i arrived home. His cut turned out really cute. I will go again.

If I could give 0 stars, I would…read more Multiple times, they have not answered the phone when I've called to make an appt. They also put my appts in for the wrong days. The last time I will EVER bring my animal there, was the worst. My poor dog... we picked her up after texts they wanted to close early. The lady from the front who I've never seen there went back, was yelling at the dogs to move, she opened the door and I saw her push a dog. My dog ran out and urinated on herself and the floor. She's 3 and doesn't do that. I can't remember her last in house accident. She was also shaking and if you looked into her eyes, she looked like she was physically crying. I called the dog warden the next day to report them, and he said they already had open lawsuits and claims against this place. If you love your pet, keep them FAR away.

Update: Our dog Deefer just spent an excellent 9 days at Hounds on the Hudson while we were out of…read morethe country on vacation. This was our first time leaving him for more than a weekend. We now live in Brooklyn but drove him to Albany (where some of our family lives) specifically so he could board here. What a delight for him (and us). He had the best time staying there, running around, swimming, exploring and getting such good socialization time. Jen and the team kept us updated with daily texts, pics and videos. It really felt to us that Jen and her team know our dog really well, and are well able to take care of him. Definitely worth the trip for us knowing he's being so well taken care off, and isn't stuck in one room for a week with one walk a day. Definitely our go-to spot for long term daycare. Thank you Jen and team :)

Hounds on the Hudson has moved from Albany. Last year, a sustainable clothing store moved into the…read morespace. I don't wish to delete my previous review because I really did have difficulty getting a response from the business, but the owner did eventually contact me. I think it was months later. She seemed very nice. She was very apologetic. She said she never noticed my phone messages or emails. The business was having technical difficulties and she assured me the problem was an aberration. I'm happy to see that the business has a better website and is doing well enough to expand to two locations. Sending my best wishes.

Izzy is 14 years old and she lost her best friend Sara BooBoo to cancer over a year ago. She spent…read morethe days at 1st looking out the door and her nights she slept with Mike in his room but she knew someone important was missing. We were worried she would pass too from sadness and loneliness and then we remembered THE LITTLE DOG LOUNGE down the road who takes TOTAL CARE of smaller dogs. We went there and introduced Izzy and held our breathe that they could love her because she is older than most and a wee bit ornery at home. She goes twice a week for half days and I truly believe the entire staff has fallen in love with her. She got a new name from Vicky IZZBUCKET to which she now answers. We can't thank you enough. You all stand behind rescues and their problems and for Izzy when we went away you HAND FED HER!!! and not to be crass but the cost there for the care you give is great. Thank You so much for making her happy again and the healthiest we've ever seen her. Love Donna and Mike

I would not recommend The Little Dog Lounge for grooming. My dog went to get "groomed" on Wednesday…read moreby Destiny. I have never complained about his haircut in 11.5 years. He is older with some lumps and bumps, and I am not a perfectectionist. This was completely uneven. One side of his face was significantly longer than the other. His paws, under arms, sides, and belly had random long pieces. It was evident he did not have a bath or his ears cleaned, which is listed as included under grooming description. I went back to get some of the money back for services not complete. She said nobody showed her a picture and she would fix it. I didn't realize we need to specify I wanted him to have an even haircut. She got snippy when I explained that he had dirt on his face and she stated well she doesn't know what to tell me, but he was definitely bathed. She didn't seem to care at all and I didn't feel comfortable leaving him with her in the back room after the hack job he had. Save yourself and find a more qualified groomer. Pictures don't even do justice.

Very knowledgeable and eager to please. I'm always greeted…read morewith a smile when I walk through the door. The shop is always neat and clean . My three little ones can't wait to go knowing that they will be well taken care of.

I have 2 difficult dogs to groom, or that is what I was led to believe. .. until they went to…read moreVal's Little Pals. . She did an EXCELLENT job. They are clean, beautiful and took right to her. They loved their time with her. Super prices, close to home, happy dogs = happy mom.

Jess is an excellent dog walker and pet sitter. She has fostered difficult animals and can…read moreanticipate how your animal may react. She is organized and has kept an eye on our GSP while we had been out of town. This is so much better then boarding. Our guy is on his home turf where he is on camera and feels good and calm, and we are guaranteed he gets good walks in and goes out when needed. I never really trusted this about some boarding places. Jess knows about vaccines and behavior and we trust her. Don't know what else to add, if you are looking for a reliable person who does this professionally you would be hard pressed to find a more reliable and loving individual.

Great business all around. We called them and left a voicemail, and got a call back within an hour…read more All of their prices are posted on the website, and they take cash, check, credit card, and PayPal. Extremely friendly, competent, and reliable. They are the only ones I trust with our dogs and even fish.