Karen was truly one of the greatest blessings of our time living in Piedmont Pines. She cared for…read moreMaisie with so much warmth, kindness, patience, and genuine love. It never felt like Maisie was simply another dog she walked. Karen treated her like she was her own. Knowing Maisie was with Karen gave us complete peace of mind. She is incredibly trustworthy, attentive, dependable, and caring, and it was always clear how much Maisie adored her. Finding someone you can trust completely with a beloved pet is rare, and we never took for granted how lucky we were to have her. Honestly, leaving Karen is one of the hardest parts of leaving the neighborhood. She became such an important and special part of Maisie's life and ours, and we will miss her tremendously. I would trust Karen wholeheartedly with any dog I loved and would recommend her without hesitation to anyone looking for someone who will care for their pet with the same love and thoughtfulness they would give themselves. She is truly wonderful, and any dog, and family, would be incredibly lucky to have her.

Karen has been walking our dogs regularly for years. She has a house key, we totally trust her, we…read morethink of her as family! The dogs love her too. I couldn't recommend her more. She's a great person and is excellent with animals.

Oakland Pet Care has been so so good for our family! Our 2…read moreyear old dog Sasha has a couple issues: 1) he has a neurological condition that makes his balance really wobbly. 2) he is a nervous guy, and especially triggered at our house, which makes him a pup that needs someone to take their time to get to know him and build his trust. Through Oakland Pet Care, we met Caitlin, who is an absolute angel, and loves Sasha, and all her dog friends so much. She takes incredible loving care of him on his evening walks. Because of Covid, our previous dog walker (who took a pack on hikes in the area), had to close. So of course I reached out to Delia of Oakland Pet Care! Even though Sasha needs a bit more TLC (esp in the beginning) than most dogs, they took us on, and it has been SO GREAT! Olivia is the pack dog-walker, and she is incredibly responsible, punctual, and loving with the dog packs! With her, I feel that my dog is very safe, having so much fun, and in such good hands. She sends an adorable email every day with photos of the dogs, where they went, and how the hike went. The team of Oakland Pet Care is a true gem and godsend. I recommend them very highly!

Our experience with Oakland Pet Care has been amazing. Great team, professional, and reliable. They…read morehave taken great care of our dog for many years. They have gone above and beyond to make sure our dog's needs were met.

How were we lucky enough to find Kate? She took such wonderful care of our senior cat when we went…read moreaway on vacation for 10 days (she also tended to our haphazard indoor plant jungle). Meg the cat is at the very end of her life. Kate gave her meds in bone broth, fed her, and let us know how she was doing. But most importantly, Kate gave her so much love. We are so grateful--Kate is such a gift.

After my dog walker relocated, I was introduced to Libby for weekly group hikes / adventures for my…read morepup. She was so accommodating to a range of needs for my dog -- food allergies, scheduling, lower pace as a result of an injury. And Libby was so gentle and kind in her interactions with my girl -- exactly the kind of care that you hope for in someone looking after your pet!

We recently moved back to the Bay Area and were really concerned about finding a responsible, safe…read morespace for our good boy to stay when we go out of town. We came across Cutie Paws online. Their reviews were good and they are close to us, so we booked a four night stay for the July 4th holiday weekend. Drop-off went great ...but I was still a bit worried since it was his first time there. My concerns were all swiftly put to rest. Wendy and Mantin took amazing care of our pup, sent photos and videos (their place is very cute and charming with a lovely backyard). We just picked him up and he is very happy and well cared for. I am so glad I found them and would recommend without hesitation.

I can't say enough good things about this boarding experience. My dog, Lola, can be a little…read moresensitive with new environments, but they treated her like she was part of their own family. From the moment I dropped her off, I felt completely at ease. They were attentive, communicative, and genuinely invested in her comfort and well-being. I received regular updates, photos, and notes about how she was settling in, which meant the world to me. It's clear they understand dogs on an individual level -- their personalities, quirks, and routines. When I picked Lola up, she was relaxed, happy, and clearly well cared for. No stress, no overwhelm -- just a tired pup who had a great time. The facility was clean, safe, and thoughtfully run, and I appreciated how organized and responsive the staff were. I absolutely recommend this place to anyone who wants their dog cared for with kindness, consistency, and real attention to detail. Lola will definitely be coming back!

Chris is amazing. My dog Dillon picked her one day many years ago. She walked Dillon for decades,…read moretook him as a border hundreds of times. I was also lucky to be part of her extended family.. She knows how to treat any dog with love and respect. Please dis regard my negative review.

We've been using Chris's dog walking services, and sometimes boarding, for about 12 years now…read more Chris will work with you to find a schedule that fits for all involved. She is very honest and hardworking. She has a key to our house and our alarm code so that she can pick up our dog while we are at work and we've never had any issues with this arrangement. Chris mostly takes her pack of dogs to Point Isabel regional park so they can run around like crazy animals and expend all that energy. Our dog comes home worn out and sleeps the rest of the day, which is nice. Sometimes he rolls in poop or dead fish or whatever and Chris will spray him off with the hose before dropping him at home. She also will text us if this happens so that we have some warning and then my husband and I can negotiate about who will get home first to deal with the dog washing. Chris is excellent at pairing dogs with the appropriate pack so that personalities mesh well and the dogs have a good experience together. We've never had any problems with injury to our pet or negative emotional health. Our dog LOVES Chris to the point where we sometimes feel jealous that he has this bond with another person outside of our family, LOL. Our dog has this whole other life we know nothing about, haha. Chris accepts cash or check only and you have to call or text her to make arrangements, so no fancy computer appointments or billing. Everything is very simple and old-school.

Doggy Lama pet care is the best! We've been sending our dog to Molly for years now. Whenever we go…read moreaway, we know she is in the best of hands. Molly is sure to send cute pics of their pack walks and daily happenings. Our dog has so much fun when we're away that she actually seems a little bored once we bring her home. That to me is a sign of a great dog sitter/caregiver.

I have a parrot and contacted several pet sitting companies looking for someone with bird…read moreexperience. Doggy Lama was the only company that responded that they had staff experienced with birds. Dani came by to meet my bird before my trip and did a wonderful job taking the time to get to know her and understand her needs. Unfortunately, my travel plans changed and I ended up not needing pet sitting services this summer. Even so, I wanted to leave a review because I was so impressed with the company. They were responsive, professional, and genuinely seemed to care about both their clients and their pets. Communication was excellent, and their website made scheduling and payment incredibly easy.

Laura B. is a wonderful dog walker. I hired Laura when I traveled out of town to walk some of the…read moredogs that Animal Friends takes on recurring pack walks. Laura B. is intelligent, compassionate, and truly in tune with animals' needs. I trust her completely. I would without hesitation recommend her to anyone in need of a dog care expert. She is professional and talented. I think that one of the things that sets Laura apart is that she is a very practical and determined manager. She strives only for excellence every time, and she delivers. Thank you, Laura!

Laura has quickly become one of our dog's favorite people. She takes him on fun and exciting group…read morehikes where he gets to meet up with his other dog friends. Laura has been super reliable and sends updates and pictures of him on his excursions.

Coleen is the dog whisperer!…read more She's great with our dog. From the moment we met her, we knew we can trust her with our pup. She has a very soothing and kind voice and gentle approach with our dog. She has a key to our house and picks up our pup. Our cockapoo and maybe terrier rescue is almost a year old. We've had her for 4 months and she's still "in training". She adores Coleen. We all adore Coleen and her team! Coleen has special days where you can schedule spa treatments/grooming sessions for your pet. Another great service is when she picks up pet supplies for you and drops it off at your home. Coleen is fabulous and we all are very fortunate to have her in our lives!

Coleen is an amazing pet sitter and doggie outing extraordinaire! She had cared for my cats and dog…read morefor about 20 years. She is remarkably reliable and has bailed me out on short notice more times than I can remember. She is also a priceless resource when it comes to local vets, pet stores, proper nutrition and behavioral problems. She is kind and patient. She recently boarded my dog for almost 2 months during my move to Boston. She keeps you connected to your beloved pet with text pics. Best dog walker, cat sitter in the East Bay! As an update, Coleen continues to take care of my dog Lucy - she will be boarding Lucy over the Christmas break. Her rates are very reasonable and she never boards too many animals as safety and comfort of the pets in her care are her top priority.