We have (had) 2 dogs. When I first moved here, I had an 11 year old cocker spaniel, Brady, who was…read moregroomed regularly but not very good about it (he was an abused rescue who nipped at anyone trying to pick him up or mess with him). I was nervous to introduce a new groomer (for him and for them). After his first grooming, they realized he was a bit of a challenge and from that point on, he was only assigned to Lee for grooming. She was always pleasant, never complained about his antics and did a great job with him. I could tell she got to know Brady, because she would tell us that she had a system of getting him up on the table (using the lift) as he did not like being picked up. Brady has since passed, but we were grateful to find a nice groomer. My husband has a 7 year old Boxer (Rowan) and she's been going there fairly regularly for boarding and sometimes daycare for about three years. She loves going and we can tell she gets lots of playtime because she passes out in the car on our 5 minute ride home. We've also taken the boxer for behavior training and the instructor was great and the classes reasonably priced. The facilities appear clean and maintained and the staff is always helpful and pleasant. If I had any complaint, it would be that I don't understand the boarding/daycare pricing. It seems like we pay a different rate every time we go... And I can't figure out the boarding + daycare pricing system. I also feel that if you're boarding my dog, daycare should be included in the price. I wonder If I don't pay extra for daycare does my dog have to sit in the kennel all day? Finally, it would be nice if when you first board there, they offered to show you the facilities... Where our dog would be staying. It kind of feels like we are not welcome "behind the staff door"... Where they walk our pups off to at drop-off. I believe the facilities are probably fine, because the rest of the facility looks nice, but it may relieve some concerns when you leave your dog for the first time to have a tour of the boarding kennels and play areas.

We have a 11 month old 95+ lbs. Masitf mix , best way to descried his temperament is he like Ferdin…read morethe bull. He large energetic but very friendly. Wanting to socialized while working off some of his energy we decide to place him in day care. We originally placed him in a different day care. Discrimination is the only work I can use to describe our experience with them. After just a hand full of time they asked us not bring him back cause he was" too big." That is all they could say, there was no incident, they simply did not take the time nor had the experience handling my breed of dog Being a working we need to get our dog out, we decided try out The Barking Dog. They took the time to listen ! The day of his evaluation we explained our previous experience & who our dog personality as well as needs. They took the time to explained their evaluation process to place him in a group that fit him. Their groups are smaller than the previous day care. They slowly introduced him to the other dogs so not to over whelm him. When he was picked up on his fist day he was calmer than previously , & wiped out! We could not be more happy!

I forgot that I reviewed Darbster! We adopted another kitten in the fall of 2024 and she is…read moreamazing! My two Darbster cats are best buds and they are super sweet to my dog and older cat. They are healthy and well-adjusted and this rescue and their network of fosters and volunteers lays the groundwork for all of that.

I contacted them about adopting a kitten and they never responded. They may be short-handed, and I…read morefeel for non-profits, but how are you going to place cats if you don't even respond? I feel bad because the kitty is still on the website. Maybe they just keep her up there after she has been placed because she is cute and young.

My silver Lab, Dusty, and Golden Retriever, Maverick, have been proud BARK CITY regulars since…read moreSeptember 2024--and let me just say... they are OBSESSED! The second they realize we're getting close to BARK CITY, they're both up at the window, tails going a million miles an hour, barking like they've just spotted their long-lost best friends. At this point, I'm pretty sure they know the route better than I do! The staff is absolutely incredible. They know Dusty and Maverick so well and treat them like family. And judging by how exhausted and happy they are when they come home, I'm pretty sure they spend the entire day partying while I'm working! What makes BARK CITY so special is everything they offer: Multiple photos throughout the day -- I get to watch my boys play, lounge, socialize, and apparently have a much more exciting social life than I do. Daily report cards -- I love getting the scoop on what they did all day. Honestly, I sometimes know more about their day than I know about mine! Live webcams -- Because apparently I need to check in on them while they're having fun without me. And yes... I do. More than once. Grooming services -- They come home clean, fresh, and looking handsome enough to make me wonder if they even belong to me! The shop -- Toys, treats, and everything a spoiled pup could possibly want. And somehow, Dusty and Maverick always seem to think they need something new. BARK CITY is so much more than daycare--it's their happy place. It's part of our routine, and honestly, I think they'd move in if I let them! Dusty and Maverick give BARK CITY four very enthusiastic paws up... and I absolutely agree! Thank you to the entire BARK CITY team for loving, caring for, and spoiling my two boys. They couldn't be happier--and neither could I!

We love bark city. The staff is great and our dogs always return home happy and exhausted.read more

I am writing this in response to Charles's "justification" of excessive crate times…read more.. Hi Charles, As I said, the situation is not ideal for my dogs. Put it this way...if I brought my dog in for the 12 hours you are open for day care, which I have, they would spend 9 of those hours (75%) in a crate. You can justify it however you want but I think it's important for your clients to understand this up front. I certainly didn't, until I started asking some pointed questions. Shame on me. For those that wish for their dogs to have a better balance of playtime and rest time, there are certainly other great options out there. I have found a place that works much better for my situation and I hope that anyone looking for doggy daycare asks the right questions and finds the best fit for their dogs!

I wish I could put into words how incredible ADG is, but no words could ever truly do it justice…read more My dog, Winnie, is a pretty needy pup. As a rescue who needed a full hip replacement and has a history of neglect, she has higher needs than the average dog. She's cautious about everything, but once she trusts you, she loves wholeheartedly. However, after Winnie's previous boarding and training experience resulted in neglect, I was incredibly hesitant and anxious about trusting anyone new with her. We were so fortunate that Angell MSPCA recommended ADG to us. Winnie is such a special dog, and as her mom, I want to give her the very best. From day one, ADG has gone above and beyond to earn not only Winnie's trust but mine as well. Even after spending so much time with them, they continue to show the same level of care, compassion, and professionalism every single day. One of the things that sets ADG apart is how attentive they are to every dog's individual needs. They don't take a one-size-fits-all approach. Whether it's training, daycare, or day school, they use current, science-based methods and tailor their care to help every dog succeed. It's clear that they truly understand canine behavior and are committed to setting dogs up for long-term success rather than simply managing them. They have always been incredibly accommodating and are willing to step in and help at a moment's notice. Every single staff member has been extraordinary. Knowing Winnie is loved, understood, and cared for as if she were their own gives me a level of peace I never thought I'd have after what we've been through. I truly cannot thank the entire ADG team enough. They have made such a positive difference in both Winnie's life and mine, and I will forever be grateful.

We've never had a bad experience at Sendaishi; my dog loves all the staff and starts wining (sp) as…read morewe drive closer to it for doggie day care. Also have had very good experience boarding her for a week, several times. Best deal in town!

We have been using Sendaishi's boarding services for nearly two decades without incident, and…read more"mostly friendly" service. As someone who once worked at a boarding facility, I keep realistic expectations about how much special attention my dogs are going to get. It is very demanding physical work, especially when they are at capacity. If my dog was seriously incapacitated or needed life-saving meds, I would find a different facility that caters to that. We had Max in their daycare program, which he loved, but after a few visits, he was asked not to come back because he was "leaning" on the staff. He's 150-lbs, and leaning is his love language. Since that's 50-lbs more than the average employee there, I totally get it.

I've boarded my cat with Cat's Pajamas Inn on two occasions, and Patty is outstanding! Both times…read morePatty took great care of my cat and sent me regular updates. Each cat gets their own condo in a large room attached to Patty's home, and Patty takes each cat out (one at a time) to play with them. I'll definitely be brining my cat back here in the future.

I went to visit this place to meet the owner and see what it was like with the intent of…read morepotentially having my 6 mo. old stay there for a couple of days. It was clean. Patty, the owner seemed lovely. I wasn't thrilled about the size of the crates 6x4, but figured we could do a trial run for 1 night before his actual stay. We agreed on a day and time for me to bring my cat and the day before she asked if I could come at 9:00am instead of 9:30am because she was heading out for 2 hours at 9:15!! WHAT?? She thought nothing of having me bring my cat who had never been there before, shove him in a crate and the leave right after he gets there for 2 hours? The whole point of me bringing him was for her to meet him, see how he does. When I asked if it might be better to bring him later that day when she would be around, she said no I'm having company!! Again WHAT?? How much attention and time was she planning on spending with my cat who would probably have been frightened as can be. I would NEVER bring my cat there and I'm so happy that I learned what she's truly all about beforehand. Looks can be deceiving!!

The Dog Club is amazing! My pup loves daycare and we had a great experience with boarding as well…read more Highly recommend!!

Attitude, cleanliness, and the lack of professionalism from the staff…read more Clearly I was not supposed to see this. The lack of professionalism from the staff is astounding! The manager called me and said the employee was terminated and they apologize. Honestly, disgusted! Won't be back! Stay away from this place! They talk shit behind your back and provide false statements about clients. I will also agree with others that she always reeks when I pick her up!

The Barking Dog - boarding, daycare, training & grooming…read more 210 Rockingham Rd, Derry, NH, 03038 833-734-0676 We had an absolutely excellent experience with The Barking Dog in Derry, NH! We enrolled our puppy (Merritt) in their Board & Train program with Trainer Greg and Trainer Kay, and we couldn't be happier with the results. From the very beginning, Greg and Kay were knowledgeable, patient, caring, and truly invested in helping our puppy learn and succeed. They worked on training, manners, and confidence while also making sure Merritt was happy and well cared for throughout the entire program. We saw such a positive difference in our puppy, and we came home with not only a better-trained dog, but also the tools and guidance we needed to continue reinforcing everything at home. We are so grateful to Greg and Kay for all of their hard work and dedication. We highly recommend The Barking Dog to anyone looking for quality training and exceptional care. We will absolutely be using them again! We also used the grooming services at The Barking Dog with groomer Maureen and had a great experience. Merritt went in for a puppy cut and looked absolutely adorable when we picked her up. Mo's experience, patience, and attention to detail truly showed, she did a beautiful job. Merritt looked happy, clean, and comfortable--we couldn't be more pleased! Thank you, Mo, for taking such great care of our girl. The entire staff (shoutout Dani) at The Barking Dog is kind, attentive, and genuinely caring, and they treated our tiny Yorkie like one of their own. Merritt loved her time there, especially the playtime, snuggles, and treats. It gives us such peace of mind knowing she is safe, happy, and well cared for while we were away. We are truly grateful and highly recommend them to anyone looking for exceptional boarding, daycare, grooming, and training for their dog! Five stars all around!

I wouldn't even give it a 1. barking dog cancelled my reservation two days before my vocation…read more first they never entered it into the system then told Mr my dog was too old. ho cancels two days before a reservation. not to mention the kid was extremely rude and had no care in the world. people beware if you want to end up with a cancelled reservation then come here. run, stay away! That response is a lie. It had nothing to do with vaccines. He is fully up to date. remember you said it was because he was too old. Giving a client two days to find a kennel in the middle of July is RIDICULOUS. Not only are they rude, they lie!

there nothing like the feeling of knowing your furbaby is in good hands. kathy and matt are so…read morepassionate about all the dogs that come into there doggy day care facility. there hours are amazing and work with the most craziest schedules. kathy at times has been flexible as well sometimes even coming in early to accommodate us. my dog yeti comes home happy and tuckered out from a fun day of play with all types of other dogs big and small. they have a fenced in large backyard area as well as an area for snacks and rest time. the indoor play room is two levels with plenty of room. the place is extremely clean and organized. everyday kathy greets us with a huge smile , you can tell she absolutely just loves what she does. i enjoy the weekly pictures and videos she sends me so i can see what my dogs doing. i have tried other facilities this is by far the best place.

I am so, so happy that I found Kool K9 for my pup. Kathy and Matt care so much about each and every…read moredog that walks through their doors. I don't trust just anyone with my Harley, but I trust Kool K9 fully! He starts barking out of excitement before we even pull into the driveway. I recently got a new job closer to MA but I still bring Harley to Kool K9 because we love it there so much! I cannot recommend them enough!!