The absolute best training & boarding in the greater Bay Area! They work with both owner & dog to…read moreensure long term growth. We have boarded both our Vizslas there repeatedly. Scott handled our dog in AKC trials and earned several first place placements. Additionally they're awesome people who have fostered an amazing dog community that is always willing to help a fellow owner in need.

I took my young rescue Britanny to Deanna at Nelson Kennels for obedience training 3 months ago at…read morethe recommendation of a friend. He is a lovely dog but because he hadn't received enough attention in his young life, had no manners, pulled on leash, wouldn't come if he didn't feel like it, ran away, was generally a challenge around the house etc. I enrolled him in the monthly in-kennel board / training program and took weekly lessons from Deanna with him. I have a changed dog, and just as importantly, during the lessons, I learned the skills of how to control him ! We are now getting tons of compliments about his training when I have him in public, and 2 weeks ago we completed an off leash obedience challenge at the Nelson Kennels Volta Farms training field and aced it. I am so proud of my dog and thankful to Deanna. She and her husband Scott have taken great care with him and have helped me turn his life around. I am going to continue with the obedience training at Nelson Kennels and may even do some show trials with him later this year. It was well worth the investment. BTW - I did arrange for regular bathing and nail trim for my dog at the on-site groomers during his in-kennel stay and was very happy with them.

I purchased a Male black lab. He bred his female dog for us Veterans with an American and an…read moreEnglish lab and he has been fantastic dog I have ever had and I would recommend Phil for service dogs and hunting dogs.

Every pup in our immediate family has come from here. Our first in 1992. Both if our grown…read morechildren have a dog from here. All of our dogs have been amazing hunters and the best family dogs. Phil is highly recommended, kind, honest and great at what he does.

We had to get the house fumigated so we were stressing about how we were going to move our pets. I…read morefound this place and called and ask about my two cats and if they could keep them from Friday - mon afternoon and they said yes. I lost count of how many times i called in to check on them but the people working there were so nice and answered all my questions. When we finally picked them up they were healthy and great and they went back to their normal routine. i highly recommend this place!

My Duffy likes the staff, and they seem to take good care of her. Whenever I take her there for…read moreboarding, she's happy to be there,that says a lot. Your pet will tell if something is not right.

We did a destination wedding and decided less than 2 weeks before that we needed someone to come…read moreand check on our 4 cats twice a day. Anna and Joel were able to work with our extremely short timeline. They made time on our schedule to come meet us and the cats. Anna took notes on all the cats, their feeding schedules, and how we wanted everything done. They even offered to check the mail, bring in packages and handle trash bins if needed. While we were away they provided photos of the cats in the morning and evening. They also took time to give our very shy cats treats and Joel even got out most shy cat to come out from under the bed. When we returned they had left a couple kitty toys dressed up as a bride and groom with a congratulations card. Absolutely recommend them for your pet sitting needs. They are very professional, kind and clearly have a passion for animals.

Anna is everything I could ever want in a dog care professional. She is responsible, reliable and…read moredoes a great job of keeping me updated on her visits/walks and sends me great photos of my dog, too! I trust her completely and couldn't be happier with her services!

Rachel and Evan have been taking care of my dog when we go away on short or longer trips for about…read more4 years. I can't even begin to tell you how amazing they are. To know my dog will be checked in on by such kind people makes you feel less guilty leaving your animals home alone. They always take him on a quick walk and even on the shorter visits they give my dog some attention. Would recommend them over and over again.

Rachel is the best, no matter your need. Mail, dog sitting, watering plants, house sitting, fish…read morefeeding, she would probably do your lawn in a pinch! Our dogs love her, she sends photos while here, she leaves a full HAND WRITTEN report every time and has had keys to our house since 2018 when she purchased the business from the original founder Jan who we had used for several years previously. It was an absolutely effortless transition to new ownership with the same professionalism as we had with Jan. Honest, reliable, VERY affordable and highly recommended.

Amy was super nice and very detailed oriented. We took our mini Aussie over to her home for a…read moremeet-and-greet with her dogs. After a couple hours they were friends Another plus .... she lives right by the vet in Escalon. We were not able to take our vacation due to health issues, so we had to cancel. In the future I wouldn't hesitate to leave our pets with Happy Dog Happy Home. She clearly loves animals and has a great set up in and outside for pet sitting!

Even though she was not able to help us, she was very kind and responded quickly. She was able to…read moremessage information and let us know when she was available for a call. My husband who is very picky was very impressed with her.

We had Jenny take care of our home, our two cockatoos, and small dog for ten days. She was a…read moretotal pro, and very consciousness. Our home--and critters--were in perfect shape when we got home! We will definitely have Jenny return when we have the need, and we highly recommend her services!

Jenny has checked in and provided care for my cat Jack multiple times over the last year and a half…read moreto include feeding, providing fresh water, cleaning out the litter box, and giving him some company. She has also brought in delivered packages and I once paid her to go to my apartment and turn lights I had left on because I was on my way to the airport and could not go back myself.

I've never had enough good things to say about Lucky Buddies…read more Our dog has been attending their daycare and boarding programs for over a year now. As a rescue, she struggles with separation anxiety, is fearful of new people, and is still a work in progress with her training. Finding a place where she feels safe and loved has meant everything to us. From Juan and Jesica to the entire team, everyone at Lucky Buddies takes exceptional care of our dog every time she visits. Their genuine love for the dogs is evident in the way they interact with and care for them. They know each dog's personality, treat them like family, and it's clear the dogs adore them in return. We also boarded Snowy at Lucky Buddies while we traveled out of the country. It was the first time I had ever been away from her for an extended period, and I was incredibly anxious. The team was so understanding and compassionate. They took amazing care of Snowy and sent me daily updates and photos, which gave me so much peace of mind while we were away. Hands down, this has been the best daycare and boarding experience we could have asked for. We trust the Lucky Buddies team completely, and we're so grateful to have found them. Thank you, Lucky Buddies

Finding the right fit for Yogi was important since he's just over a year old and was mostly used to…read moresmaller groups of small dogs. After hearing great things from two of our neighbors, we decided to try Lucky Buddies. We started slow with half-days, but within days Yogi's initial hesitation turned into complete excitement, and now he literally jumps out of the car ready to go play with his friends. He's since transitioned to full days and completed his first overnight boarding trial smoothly. That is a direct result of how structured and professional Lucky Buddies is. They strictly verify vaccination records before intake, and their app makes scheduling and tracking everything seamless. Communication is prompt, and the daily report cards are great. The absolute best feature is their mandatory mid-day rest break from 11 to 1. My dog would never willingly crate-nap at home, but he takes his rest break there and comes home satisfied and tired without being overstimulated. Having a facility with great enrichment, clear organization, and staff I completely trust is priceless.

I was hesitant on hiring Barbara because she had no reviews on yelp, but let me tell you she…read morebrought her references on paper old school and she was very nice and professional. I will be using her again

Barbara is caring, professional and all around amazing! Highly recommend Barbara. My fur babies…read moreloved her. Even our little nervous pup.