This was not a good experience for us. A number of red flags. Rosie tended to be of few words over…read moreemails to set up the overnight. OK. I dropped my pup off at a house, not the house in the web-site picture. A house that's a little rough. OK. I dropped him off at 8:30 am. I didnt hear from her all day and into the evening so I texted her to make sure everything all right. (9 pm) She answered that he was there on her bed. No other communication or photos. OK... I pick him up at 8 the next morning. It is a frigid cold day and she answered the door in short pants and flip flops. I wonder where my pup is-- oh, he is out back. Alone. Paw freezing icy cold snow which I warned her he cant take on his pads. She goes into the kitchen and lets him in. That was odd to me, but OK. I Venmo her payment. She says the amount was wrong, I owed her for 2 fees, a day fee and a night fee (double what I paid her). I told her he was there for 24 hours so that seemed like one fee and was with every other pet sitter I have used. I questioned it, not because she doesnt have the right to set her own fees, but it doesnt say anything about it on her web site. She also didnt tell me before hand. I was thinking about it (I don't want to stiff someone, especially small biz owner) and pointing it out to her about her web site and she just kept saying it was on there which was either a lie or serious forgetfulness. After I pointed this truth out trying to figure out why I was getting gas lit she sent me a mean text about how difficult and a waste of time I am when I should be grateful to her taking such good care of him. Grateful? Isn't that basic decency? That's a little grandiose-- which sums up the whole thing.

Rosie was a wonderful option for our brand new puppy when we needed to leave town. She talked to me…read moreahead of time and answered all my questions and put my worries at ease. Our dog loves coming here and Rosie has always been very accomodating.

Fantastic! Will not use another service! They go above & beyond basic care. I also love how they…read morepost update including pictures after every visit. It's obvious that their staff love animals.

I cannot say enough good things about 5 Paws. My two walkers, Melinda and Mattie, go above and…read morebeyond. My dog Franklin is happy to see them and I know when I get home that he's been well cared for. They leave detailed reports and plenty of pictures. This is my 3rd yr using them and I'm so grateful that I can enjoy my vaca worry free. Thank you !

I recently adopted a 9-month old dog and wanted to jump into training right away. I retained…read moresomeone who lived very close to me and had great reviews, but after a few sessions I realized our schedules were not compatible; I was not getting consistency and reliability from her. It's important for me to make progress with my dog, so I Googled alternate options and stumbled upon Alex's page. I called him on a Friday and he picked up the phone right away. We spoke for a while about my needs and he came out the following Tuesday for what was supposed to be a 2-hour visit. I fell in love with him immediately, he is not only so personable and likable on his own, but he really takes the time to LISTEN to what you need and work on those things right away. I had mentioned my priorities to my previous trainer, but I found that she was teaching my dog commands that didn't actually accomplish what I was after. In our first meeting, Alex worked on SO MANY of my priorities. He got my dog to go into her crate on command, taught her to "stay," showed me how to "walk with" my dog better on her leash, and (using a 30' leash outdoors) started working on recall with her. We were so immersed in what was going on that Alex started to go a little bit over our time, but he didn't want to stop because we were making such great progress. I told him if he wanted to give me a third hour right then and there that I was prepared to pay for it, and he did!! I learned a lot of things from Alex myself during our first meeting, like how to employ the use of "deltas" (which my old trainer never once mentioned) and how non-verbal cues are arguably more important than verbal ones. Again, my old trainer actually discouraged me from using hand motions, but once incorporating them into my routine I noticed that my dog was much more compliant than she had been. Another positive difference between my old trainer and Alex is he really takes the time to teach you why he's doing what he's doing, and encourages you to participate. My old trainer just taught my dog a command and had me replicate/practice when she left. Alex really makes you feel like you are a part of the teaching process. After our private session Alex recommended some "Small Group Therapy" for my pup. He came at noon on a Thursday to pick up my dog and she proceeded to go on a several-hour outing with his two chihuahuas and a dog he was fostering. The entire time he was out with her he was recording and sharing videos on an iCloud album. It was INCREDIBLE to not only see everything that was happening, but to hear him narrate why he was doing the things he was doing. I could not get enough of his videos and felt like I was there during the session. On top of Alex's excellent communication, punctuality, reliability, friendliness, competency, and effectiveness, his rates are OUTRAGEOUS in the BEST way! I truly believe he is under-charging for his services. I can get three hours with Alex for less than I paid for one hour with my prior trainer, and I feel much better about the work that is done during that timeframe. I adore Alex, and most importantly, what he is doing works. He really gets into the mind of your dog, and has such a wonderful way of connecting with them and their needs. I am elated to keep our work going - my pup has lots more Small Group Therapy outings in her future and it's wonderful that I have the option to use him one-on-one to teach her even more commands in the house. One day I hope to move on from essential commands to more fun ones, like "roll over" or "go get X toy."

Alex is wonderful. We are quite grateful to have come across his page on Yelp. He cares for our…read moreDoberman with great compassion. He's knowledgeable, skilled at what he does, & overall, you can tell his calling is to keep dogs in loving homes with owners who just need the tools plus support to train & love on their pet babies. If our Ketsia (Sisi) didn't love us so much, I think she'd hop on over to Alex's place :) She's strong-willed & protective but sooo loving & sweet. We're making great progress! Thank you, Alex.

Have been using Pet nanny for several years now to care for our zoo of 2 dogs and 2 cats. They are…read morenot used to being alone so we need in home and frequent care for them when we vacation. We've built up a great deal of trust given the excellent care of our pets, and home, when we are away. Cannot recommend enough and huge thanks for providing the peace of mind and quality of care so we need and expect so we can enjoy our family trips and know our gang is well taken care of!

We used Pet Nanny for several months until one day we saw their employee abusing our very fragile…read moredog. They will deny it happened, but we saw it with our own eyes.

Our boxer Biggie Smalls has been training and boarding with Eric since he was a pup. He enjoys his…read morestays at Katz Dogs K9 so much he sleeps for two days once he gets home. We definitely recommend boarding and training there.

Where do I even begin? Katz K9 is amazing. First, one of my dogs participated in the board and…read moretrain program. I was hesitant at first because of all the "professionals" out there, but it was totally worth it. Eric and Sam were so patient with me and took their time teaching me everything I needed to know so that my dog would continue to be successful. Secondly, I am a terrible procrastinator and things completely slip my mind. Multiple times they have worked with me last minute to get my pups in for boarding. Most importantly, my dogs love it there! I will forever recommend Katz. Even to my friends that live in Philadelphia!

Best kennel experience! My dog has anxiety and hates going to the kennel. They took such good care…read moreof him and gave him his own large private space upon arrival. They kept me updated and gave him tons of personal attention. The place is huge and very clean. My dog came home happy and not stressed. Highly recommend!!! The staff is amazing.

Took my 40lb mini golden doodle to Regal Paws for a weekend. He had a great time with the staff…read moreand other doggies, including plenty of snuggle time. He got a nice exit bath on the way out as well. I feel very comfortable taking him back next time we are going out of town!

Excellent care in such a beautiful space. My dog had the best time. She went healthy and happy. We…read morepicked her up and she was healthy and in better spirits and happiness than when we left her. She received such good care. We couldn't be happier. Thank you.

Steve welcomed Luna into his home when we needed a place with little notice. His "guests" (as he…read morecalls them) roam and play with other friendly pups in a beautiful fenced yard. He also has great communication. Highly recommend!

Wow. Since this last review I've had a cat develop a severe infection that, combined with kidney…read moredisease, should have sent him over the rainbow bridge. Thanks to the excellent care from Dr. Israeli & team he's still with us. Purring, snuggling, still here. On Thank You Thursday, I'm forever grateful for giving us me more year with our Emmerson.

My 2 cats have been peeing on my couch and clothes for years, I took them to Ivens-Bronstein and…read morethey preformed thorough testing and found the root of the problem and created a multi step plan to help find a solution. We have been pee free ever since! Couldn't be happier with their care.

Kristen is THE BEST dog sitter in NW Philly HANDS DOWN. 5 stars every time. Great communication,…read morepup care, rates, you name it. She's there in a pinch. Highly recommend. 20/10 if I could. Loves elderly dalmatians too! Need I say more? I think not! I would leave any pet with her she would allow me to.

We cannot say enough wonderful things about Kristen. Our dog, Coco (a 5yr old Cavachon), absolutely…read moreloves staying here, and as pet parents, that peace of mind is priceless. From the very first visit, it was clear that the care provided goes far beyond the basics. Each day, we receive photo updates that show Coco happy, relaxed, and engaged -- which makes us feel completely at ease when we're away. The attention to detail is incredible: Coco always comes home freshly washed, she gets plenty of genuine belly rubs, and it's obvious she is treated with the same love and care she receives at home. What sets Kristen apart is the warmth and authenticity behind everything she does. It's not just dog boarding here -- it's truly a second home for Coco. We are so grateful to have found such a trustworthy, reliable, and loving caretaker. Highly recommend to anyone who wants their dog in the very best hands!