My partner first visited Rivers Edge in order to register our dog, pay for doggie daycare, and get…read morea tour of the facilities... tour was not available after 3pm. Our choices in the area were limited and we needed a place for our dog the next day, so my partner went through registration without a tour. The registering employee was provided all medical details - we noted that our dog's booster was due but would be completed at our vet visit scheduled for the next afternoon, and that we needed daycare starting the same day. She said that wouldn't be an issue so we paid in advance for 10 days. The next day, partner drives the half hour to Lompoc to drop our dog off and was told that she could not be taken back without the booster. So now he's in the situation we were trying to avoid, unable to work because our dog does not have care, and the woman at the front desk was not concerned about the miscommunication. Booster acquired, our dog is now a regular doggie day care customer. She looks forward to her visits with her dog buddies and the staff. Pick up and drop off are fast and straightforward. She gets a little dusty but we bathe her regularly anyway. Since that first day, we have had a few more issues with daycare availability that are all the more frustrating due to lack of communication. If doggie daycare is optional for you, this may not be an issue, but for us it means someone has to take a day off or loses half a day to making alternative arrangements. There are a few things you can do to try to mitigate the risk of not having care, but the legwork will be on you and are not guaranteed. 1. Weekday after a holiday - facility will be full of boarded dogs who haven't been picked up yet. Call ahead and/or arrive at 7am. 2. Rainy day - facility will be limited by kennel availability to avoid muddy dogs. Note that a single rainy day can lead to a week of limited availability due to muddy conditions. Call ahead and/or arrive at 7am. Note: This review is only for doggie daycare experience. We have not boarded our dog with the facility.

Was going to board our dogs there for 2 nights but there is no staff from 6pm until 7am and all the…read moreanimals are in crates! That is 13 hours being in an enclosure! Dogs will automatically try to hold their urine and feces (hello that's why we crate train) and even if you opt for the bigger area it still defeats the purpose of crate training if the poor babies hold their potty so long and then have to finally go in their enclosure. And what if something happens to the pups? No one is there! What is the point of boarding an animal if all they are going to do is lock them in a room for 13 hours alone. People can and do neglect their animals for free :( . Really cruel. DO NOT LOCK YOUR DOG IN A CRATE FOR MORE THAN 4-6 HOURS AT A TIME! For puppies crate time is much less! They have to use the restroom and get thirsty! I can't believe dog owner's support a business that does this to their dogs and pays for it! Heartbreaking!

This review is for my experience over the phone with Lori , I have not visited the clinic…read more My pup wasn't doing well. He was shaking, vomiting, had a lack of appetite, and bloody stool. He's a little guy, so he tends to go downhill quickly if he doesn't get treatment quickly. The vet I typically use said they couldn't see him until 3 days later, even after explaining his symptoms. I didn't want to make my pup suffer that long and I was really concerned because it was getting progressively worse rather quickly. I called local vets. Some weren't taking new patients, some didn't have any openings, some weren't friendly or informative over the phone when I called. I called Lompoc Veterinary Clinic, they could not see him HOWEVER, Lori couldn't have been more friendly and helpful. She was so patient and gave me a long list of other local vets & numbers to try. I was very appreciative of her extra efforts and her caring manner. Not long after my conversation with her she called me back telling me she forgot one other option. She totally went the extra mile and my pet isn't even a patient at this clinic. I'm so grateful to Lori because that phone call made all the difference. I called that last option she gave me and it was EXACTLY what I was looking for. It's VERY rare these days where a business does what they're getting paid to do, even more rare when they're going above and beyond without getting paid for it! I SO appreciate Lori's kindness, thoughtfulness, and her going the extra mile. This is exactly the type of service I would love for my fur baby to receive. So while I have not had the opportunity to visit this clinic, I would not hesitate to recommend them based on the EXCELLENT service I received over the phone by Lori. Very grateful. Thank you !

They are very caring. They took my dog for boarding on a last minute request. I need a Vet for my…read moredog in about 8 months. I will definitely contact them as my dog's Vet.

We have an older Boston Terrier "Bruce" that we always felt was skittish around other dogs; thus we…read morealways found it challenging boarding him solo. After a Rover appointment canceled our Thanksgiving arrangements, we contacted Ruff Ranch in desperation. Ruff Ranch is located off the 154 just before Los Olivos. It's in a beautiful, ranch setting. While we needed to have a free trial stay first, we took half the day off on a Friday, dropped Bruce off and had a nice lunch in Solvang. The facilities are spacious and perfectly clean with zero odor. All the personnel were happy and friendly, as were the dogs. We were skeptical at first when they said they would put Bruce in a group with older, mellower dogs. When we returned, they said he did great and even made some friends. My wife and I were both shocked and pleased. Ruff Ranch was on our way to a Northern California Thanksgiving stay. He boarded for 3 nights and we included the pre-pickup bath. At pickup, he was happy, squeaky clean, nails trimmed with zero issues reported. We are thankful and relieved to have a place to board Bruce in the future with people that really know and love dogs - and it showed in our dog's demeanor at pickup. They also offer obedience training, which I believe is how they can so quickly tailor an optimal setting and experience for your dog, and get them adjusted and safe. Ruff Ranch even offers a shuttle pickup service from SB. We are very relieved that we have a reliable and comfortable boarding solution for our dog in the future; I can't recommend The Ruff Ranch enough.

We used this place while we were on vacation in Solvang. We were camping in our motorhome at…read moreFlying Flags and wanted a dog free day to roam the town! The Ruff Ranch made a day of doggie daycare for out-of-towners so easy. We did have to fill out the forms online and book our day, but it was easy. When our pup arrived, they seemed so excited to have him and he was good and tired when we picked him up. We felt they took great care of our dog and we will be booking them again when we visit this area!

I hired Doggie Do Good to teach some manners to our adopted Boston Terrier, Ripley. Ripley is very…read moresmart and loving but needed to apply the commands he had already learned, learn new ones, and control his energy and enthusiasm. He was dog aggressive and very hard to handle on walks if dogs were present. Being very stubborn, he needed a full four weeks of camp, but came out as a very pleasant companion, obedient and easy to walk. The people at DDG are fantastic, very personable and great dog trainers. They kept in touch weekly, sending pictures, discussing the tasks accomplished and the problems to be worked out. During the thorough check out experience , they trained me how to handle Ripley so that he wouldn't forget what he learned. This was altogether a great experience and money well spent. Thank you from Anna and Ripley.

We had a in home private lesson today with Santiago and we were very impressed. Overall we learned…read moresome good tactics and techniques to work on with our dog. We are excited to put what we learned to use and hope this helps her leash aggression with other dogs! He explained everything very well and had a lot of knowledge. We will also be looking into boarding our dog there when we go out of town. Thank you!

From the moment I was greeted when I took my little dog in for grooming to the moment I picked him…read moreup this was a wonderful experience. Not only was my sweet little anxiety ridden dog treated with kindness and love, he also received the best grooming he has ever had in his 9 years. Destiny was the sweetest, most loving person and groomer. I'm always a little anxious when I leave Buster with a groomer because he's so sensitive and anxious I hope he is not being mistreated in any way. But Destiny was the kindest, sweetest groomer I have ever met. I knew he was in good hands. Maddie was also the sweetest person. I recently moved from Florida back to California and I'm so happy that I found this establishment. They are also kind of out in the country in Arroyo Grande and it's a really pretty place. Each person I met that works there greeted me with a smile and warm welcome. This is truly an exceptional place .

Great veterinary doctor and wonderful sensitive office! They love animals and listen to you about…read moreyour pet problems! Highly recommend!

I want someone local (Buellton, Solvang or Lompoc). I'm sure they would be great but it would cost…read moreme more from Santa Barbara with their travel costs to Buellton added to the price as I have experienced before for flooring with the quote being twice as much from a Santa Barbara flooring company compared to the quote from Home Depot. The Laminate Wood I selected at Home Depot was just as good if not better. I saved over $5,000.

Sylvie and Raphael are compassionate, friendly people who provide superb care for our cat when we…read moreare away. Our cat enjoys the daily visits with playtime and brushing. We feel confident that she is well taken care of and not lonely. We enjoy getting text updates with photos so we know how she's doing while we are gone. I would highly recommend Pet Angels for your pets needs while your away, need extra help or visiting SB with your pet.

we boarded our 2 dogs here for the first time and chose this place as it had the highest reviews…read more we chose the stay with the daily report cards as i wanted to make sure how our pups were doing. and oh my gosh they seemed to have a blast w our dogs and the report cards really help ease our minds knowing our pups were being well taken care of. we got one each day of their stay. we would definitely come back when we need our pups for boarding or even just a doggy day care day. thank you springdale ranch for taking care of our dogs !!

June had the best time at Springdale! How do we know? She was totally pooped after just one night…read moreon the Silver package! We love bringing our dog along when we travel. It's so much fun for her to explore new places and meet new furry friends. But sometimes, we need a little time for ourselves, whether it's a nice dinner or a special event. That's where Springdale came in. During a recent trip to the coast for a family birthday, we decided to board June for the night of the celebration. We went with the Silver package because we wanted her to enjoy group play and have a blast. While she clearly did, I wish we'd known ahead of time that the Silver package doesn't include a report card or photo or I would've upgraded to the Gold package for those little extras. We chose Springdale because we've passed by it so many times and always admired how spacious and clean it looks. It did not disappoint! The indoor and outdoor play areas are fantastic, include plenty of private quarters that I believe have heated floors. We loved seeing so many staff members around, keeping an eye on the pups and making sure everyone was happy and safe. Overall, we're really happy with our choice, and it's great knowing June had a safe and fun time while we enjoyed ours!

Kristen was prompt, friendly, kind and professional. She looked after our shy pittie so we could…read moretour Hearst Castle, without her we would not have been able to go. She was very forthcoming over the phone and it was easy to set up a time with her. She sent texts and photos of Belle on her walks and nap time. I would highly recommend this lovely woman to watch your pets.

Kristen watched our puppy for a few hours while we toured Hearst Castle. We found her through…read moreBringFido and Yelp. Booking was straightforward. She sent periodic updates and photos throughout, which gave us total peace of mind. Our puppy came back happy and tired -- clearly well cared for. Kristen was kind, respectful, and easy to communicate with. Highly recommend for anyone visiting the area and needing a trustworthy sitter!

I can't say enough about how much we love Hollon's Hounds…read more I've been boarding, my Bella, there for a few months. She has a blast and is well taken care of. My Bella has severe anxiety separation. But, has come to know Hollon's Hounds as a second home. Bella is always excited to mix with the staff and other dogs. Best of all, when I travel for work, I know Bella is safe and loved. Thank you Hollon's Hounds!

My dogs usually go the vet for boarding but I lagged and waited last minute so they were full. I…read moremessaged Hollon's Hounds on Facebook and they made room for my two small dogs. We went to the facility and were so happy with what we saw. It's spacious and comfy. Dog beds not crates. There's someone with the dogs at all times and my very spoiled dogs were cuddled the entire time we were gone. Hollon's Hounds will be definitely be our new go to for boarding.

I used Dawn as my pet sitter for years, and I cannot say enough good things about her. She is…read morereliable, conscientious, and best of all, my critters love her. In addition to a big lug of a dog, I also keep parrots, which can be persnickety and difficult to work with. Dawn has always been kind, patient, and has showed great judgement in caring them. She was especially well-liked by my especially difficult blind and epileptic macaw. Dawn was even able to successfully medicate our bird when we were out of town. I am sorry that when we moved away from Lompoc that we weren't able to take Dawn with us. Our dog misses her, our birds miss her, and we especially miss her.

Dawn Fewell, who owns Best Buddy Pet Services in Lompoc, managed the feeding and kitty litter for…read moreour cats when we had to go out of town. She is Outstanding ! When we came back everything was clean and organized , plus our cats were happy ! We highly recommend Dawn, Best Buddy Pet Services for any pet needs one would need. Brooke