My dog went there for 3 days and when we picked my pup up he was scared of and had a sores on his…read moreface with that he looked like he was hurt... but it could have been from another dog but they didn't tell us...I do love it there but this last time he was hurt and scared of us to come home and took him 2 days to stop being scared of us and it made us really sad we had put my baby through that...

The team at Whispering Pines is awesome and took great care of our fur baby. She's a rescue…read morew/separation anxiety, so we are reluctant to board her unless necessary. She was cared for by a team that seemed to genuinely care for her and the pets in their care. Thanks Whispering Pines!

Knowledgeable owner who works at the facility with his family. Compassionate with the dogs. Clean…read morefacility.

I had been looking for months for a trustworthy individual or kennel and finally found Always…read moreWaggin! My three-year Lab is extremely attached to me and has separation anxiety, however when I pick him up (even after a week) he doesn't want to go home. He is happy and worn out from playing all week. The Staff is friendly and welcoming...and the daily cost is MORE than reasonable. I cannot recommend Always Waggin Dogs highly enough! Kelly Jack

Staff is under paid and over whelmed.. management helps little to none and is never around when…read moreneeded..

My Portuguese Water My Portuguese Water Dog, Laker, was attacked by a Pit Bull while at Bunk and…read moreBiscuit for training and boarding. I was out of town on my way to Florida when the incident occurred on November 19, 2024, which was the first morning of my trip. My sister was called and quickly rushed Laker to Kryder Vet in Granger, IN. The vet decided not to traumatize him that day, so the following day, they had to put him under anesthesia to clean his wounds. I changed my flights and returned home immediately. Laker is not just a pet; he is part of the family and an AKC show dog who has won many awards. Will Short, the owner of Bunk and Biscuit, stated that the medical bills would be covered by the owner of the Pit Bull. Laker has had to visit a groomer multiple times to remove mats, and he has been seeing Dr. Block weekly, as recommended by Kryder, to help him recover from the trauma. This was the first time something like this had ever happened to him. It took four staff members to get the Pit Bull off Laker. Bunk and Biscuit has live cameras throughout the facility, allowing owners to watch their dogs. When I requested the footage the next day, I was informed it was no longer available. Will then began contacting my vet to alter the details of what actually occurred and downplayed the incident. I had to instruct my vet not to communicate with him further. Since Laker was a puppy, he has been coming to Bunk twice a week, sometimes more, totaling thousands of dollars over the course of just over a year. Multiple staff members have confided in me about what happened and that Will is attempting to cover it up. However, he is now refusing to pay the vet bills, the groomer's fees, and the expenses incurred with Dr. Block. Will has become very confrontational. Laker also picked up Kennel Cough from there and Will never covered those costs and refused to tell other clients about it.

I had the amazing opportunity to go on vacation with my nana but my puppy Milo was on crate rest in…read morerecovering following his surgery, so I was nervous in having him stay during the day while my dad was at work, however I will absolutely be using Kryder Kritter again! They took such care in offering my sweet Milo enrichment, sniffing time, and cuddles. Truly, made me feel okay being away from him! Also, I looked forward to the report cards each day. I loved seeing the photos they attached and reading what that had to say about my guy! would absolutely recommend!

We take our Miniature Schnauzer there for frequent daycare. We also board him regularly. The staff…read moreare caring friendly and they love our animals. We've been taking our pets there for 15 years. Great care and excellent customer service!

Late review since we just learned they changed management a while back…read more We thought this was a good daycare for our dog after a few trial days so we bought a package, but upon first day of the package they said our dog wasn't getting along with another dog (so what happened the first 2 days?) --so we took her out. I guess they let all 30 dogs go out to play at the same time with no separation of bigger /smaller dogs. I asked to transfer the package to my 2nd dog who was a puppy and not neutered yet and was waiting until they were 2 years as recommended, - they said it's fine and I can use it whenever...but when new management took over they didn't notify us through email or anything that packages expire. So now we just wasted a few hundred for nothing because they won't honor it. Crappy new management who won't work with their customer- you could have earned more money in the future if you actually tried to meet in the middle with a solution. They wanted me to buy more services- NO THANKS.

The staff was very accomodating with our situation of getting rear ended during our drive to the…read moregrooming appointment. Their making things seem like nothing was some welcome good that helped offset something not so great that had our little dog shaking. Good customer care often involves some adapting. Their's was greatly appreciated.

Professional. Experienced. Has been in the business for years, Doesn't sugar coat it. Best in the…read morebusiness.

From the owner: I specialize in grooming terriers but do all breeds. Bow Wow Boutique also does teeth brushing,…read moreflea and medicated baths, nail trim and ear cleaning. Quality work at resonable prices. Homemade dog biscuits.Come in and meet my Parti-colored Standard Poodles.

We needed to park our nomadic housecat for a couple of weeks while the RV ("home") went into the…read moreshop and we went to a hotel for work. We really hate when she needs to be boarded, because she is a pretty obstinate indoor-outdoor kitty and has no qualms about showing her displeasure when locked in small spaces for any length of time. One of the reasons these folks caught my eye is that they have nice big rooms available for only a few more dollars a day compared to the ubiquitous "cat condo". And while a 4x8 foot space is still kitty prison, at least there is room for impatient pacing. The girls I talked to were very friendly, kept the kennel spotless, and did their part to make the kitty feel at home. They didn't seem to have much of a crowd in residence at the time, but mid-September isn't exactly the peak of vacation season. We opted to bring our own food since the princess is picky, and the room had space for a couple of her personal items (not that those made her any happier about this adventure). Those bonuses and the extra attention she was able to coax out of the staff seemed to keep her stress level at bay. As is usually the case, she didn't speak to us (except to say things that would translate in to four-letter words in any human language) for a few days after picking her up. But she is definitely no worse for wear- no post-kennel PTSD or newfound distrust of the humans.

I have loved the Catnap Inn for several years -- it is the only place that I have taken my cat for…read moreboarding since I discovered them. She has high anxiety, and though she hates being taken there, once she settles in she is very happy. She has a fair sized room to hang out in, with no dogs around to stress her. She has a window to look out, and kind, regular caretakers. However, now I find out they are suddenly closing - I had reservations this summer (2018), but they are closing in the next couple of weeks - permanently! I am very sad and upset about this, as there are no other comparable places nearby that take only cats, or have a cats-only building, except one place that is $39 a day!! Who can afford that?! Anyway, I wish someone would buy the Catnap Inn and keep it open!!

My 6 year old border collie had always been a nervous dog and did not like strangers around her…read more She would nip at people without warning, so we did not take her anywhere. Even though our family was pretty social, she was never part of our social life. When people came over, we put her in a locked room. She rarely went in the car anyplace, and going to the vet was a nightmare. Last summer, I turned Aubrey's world upside down. I got married and moved into a new house. This household included another dog and a special needs 26 year old. The first few weeks were stressful. Aubrey was very anxious and my stepson did not read her cues. There were a few bite incidents and nobody could relax. I didn't know what to do and thought I would have to surrender my dog. I looked online and saw Kasten's Dog Training, which I knew to be close to my new house in Elkhart. I truly doubted that anyone could help my six year old dog. I called and scheduled an online interview. I remember feeling very optimistic after that first phone call. Right away, I felt like there was someone who understood what we were going through, and was going to help me keep my dog. I had nothing much to lose, so I signed her up! Aubrey participated in Program 5- Behavioral Modification for Aggressive Dogs and Dogs with a Bite History. She spent 21 days at Kasten's split into two sessions. After the first 9 days, I came to pick her up and immediately noticed a difference in her demeanor. She completed the second half of her training right before Christmas. When my son came home college, he was shocked to see how much better she was behaving. She had a new confidence and was no longer so anxious. She was a treat to take on walks and we didn't have to worry about her darting out the door anytime it opened. We have taken Aubrey to Kasten's for boarding several times in the past year. Being able to board her, and know she is safe, has been such a blessing. The fact that she was receiving refreshers as she stayed there was an added bonus. Before coming to Kasten's, I never would have even thought that I could board her anywhere. The trainers at Kasten's were so helpful and did such a great job with Aubrey. They worked tirelessly with her, and I could see the extra effort that they put in to get her to feel more comfortable, and eventually enjoy training sessions. Kasten's Dog Training has improved our family's life. We can now enjoy our active social lives and include Aubrey. She jumps happily into her kennel when told, walks on a leash like a show dog and even goes on trips to the hardware store several times a month. She and my stepson have a mutual understanding, and both of them feel much safer around each other. Making that phone call to Kasten's was truly one of the best decisions that I have ever made. Thank you to everyone at Kasten's - you have made such a difference in our lives!

Highly recommend! Lovingly took our rambunctious dogs and taught us how to be better puppy parents.read more

Gidget was groomed and looks wonderful!! Not only that she smells amazing!! Highly recommend!!!read more

I am not a customer (yet), but stopped in to see what The Cat's Meow was like. First, it smelled…read morenice, then I see all the greenhouse and NO kennels! Then, I see a small actual bed and a dresser (to climb in). What!? My cats would be super spoiled. All the cats were interacting with another if together maybe as siblings. They all seemed very content. Can't wait to board my 10 & 11 year old kitties there!

This review is not written lightly, and it's not about being "upset" -- it's about accountability…read more We adopted a cat from this Humane Society after being told the cat was healthy. Within weeks, the cat showed worms, blood-related health issues, and ongoing medical problems that were clearly present before adoption. That alone is unacceptable. What made this experience truly awful was how it was handled afterward. We contacted the Humane Society multiple times asking for help. We were told we would receive a call back -- we never did. We called again. Still no real help, no solutions, no follow-up. Just silence. When we pushed for answers, instead of support or responsibility, we were blamed. We were told we "should have gone to a specialist" and then informed that we are banned from adopting from this Humane Society ever again. That response is shocking, especially considering this situation exists because we were given a sick animal under the claim of being healthy. We are now being forced to return a cat we became emotionally attached to because we cannot afford hundreds of dollars in vet bills for conditions that should have been addressed prior to adoption or at least disclosed honestly. This review is directed not just at staff, but at management, board members, donors, and the community: * Why are sick animals being adopted out as "healthy"? * Why are adopters ignored when they ask for help? * Why are adopters punished instead of supported? Adoption should be about the well-being of animals and the people opening their homes to them -- not deflection, silence, and blame. I strongly encourage leadership to respond publicly and explain how situations like this are handled, because based on our experience, there is a serious lack of transparency and compassion here. Then to finish it all up when the cat was dropped of they said nothing , took the cat , the paperwork , and gave the carrier back.

Absolutely would not recommend. I put in an application to adopt a cat over a week ago, and have…read moreanxiously been awaiting a response. When a woman named Jenny contacted me this morning, the conversation started off kindly enough. She then proceeded to tell me that my application had been denied due to financial difficulties, including bankruptcy & issues in small claims court. I told her respectfully that I have most certainly never filed for bankruptcy, nor have I ever had any issues in small claims court. When I let her know there had been an error, she cited a criminal charge I had gotten over 6 years ago. An unfortunate mistake I have long since paid for & moved on with my life. I now own my 2100 sq. ft. home that I share with my 3 young children who were really hoping to add a feline friend to our family. Such a disappointment, because I know we could've provided a kitty with a safe & loving home. We still plan to do so, there are kittens all over in need of good homes. I'll just have to pay the extra money to have him/her vaxxed and spayed/neutered. Too bad it couldn't have been one of the kitties locked in cages at your shelter :'(