From Yogi I wasn't…read morealways this proud 150-pound brindle Akita you see today. I was a scared, reactive dog when my human found me. I'd been abused, and later, after finally finding a safe home, someone broke in... and I was beaten again. I don't trust easily. I bark when I feel unsafe. I protect my space fiercely. I need distance from other dogs--not because I don't care, but because I care too deeply and don't know how to show it safely. But my human understood. They walk me on a 6' lead, often shortened to 2'. They sit on the ground beside me when I'm overwhelmed. They give me time, space, and safety to choose connection. That's how I learned how to say: "If I turn sideways and offer my shoulders or my butt... you can touch me." It's not much, but it's my way of saying "I trust you." And Justine listened. On October 4, 2023, Justine became my personal walker once a week. My human told her the truth--every challenge, every warning. She had every reason to walk away. But she didn't. She stayed. She followed my signals. She gave me 15 minutes. Now we do 30-minute walks once a week. She must really love me. Then, on January 2, 2024, I met Laura--and fate stepped in again. I didn't know she worked with Justine. Now I have two amazing humans who take me out twice a week. They get me. They give me time. And I give them my trust. To the anxious pups, the misunderstood cats, the shy reptiles, the quiet rodents hiding under blankets: You are NOT broken You are NOT too much You just need the right people who will wait for you to feel safe I'm Yogi. I'm a 150-pound Protection Fluff with a gentle heart and a rough past. I don't take love lightly--but once I give it, it's forever. Sloppy kisses and steady eyes, --Yogi From Yogi's Human: Yogi came into my life with scars--some I could see, many I couldn't. And while I helped him find safety... he helped me survive too. Watching him grow from panic to patience, from tension to trust, has been the most powerful journey of my life. We have good days, tough ones, and breakthroughs. But we keep going. To Justine and Laura--thank you for stepping into our lives. You didn't just help my dog. You made it possible for me to breathe a little easier too. To everyone walking a reactive pet journey: Progress isn't linear. Love is a process. You're not alone. #ReactiveDog #AkitaStrong #DogHealingJourney #AdoptDontShop #RescueToRecovery #BrindleAkita #DogLove #AnimalRescue #YogiTheAkita #ProtectionFluff #TraumaRecovery #ServiceDogInTraining #GentleGuardians #YouAreNotBroken #justintimedogwalking

I highly recommend boarding your dog with Justine. She has taken care of my Oliver on so many…read moreoccasions and she treats him like family. I've been able to enjoy my vacation y so much more knowing that he is safe and well taken care of. She also send me updates so I can see how well he is doing.

I see them pick my neighbours dog up to go for walks. The dog is so excited it literally drags them…read moreto the truck. Looks like it has a good time

From the owner: Brand new boarding facility! Serving Guelph, Rockwood,…read moreFergus, Acton, Erin and surrounding areas.

Great service, very professional and reliable. They were able to customize a pet package to meet my…read morepet care needs. My pets received lots of love and attention while I was away.

From the owner: Grand Bark Pet Services is an unique boutique in Elora, ON catering to our favorite fury friends…read more We offer pet sitting, dog walking and grooming services, along with a variety of healthy choices for your pets, including pet food, treats, toys, apparel, and accessories.

We left our very beloved senior cat (18) with CatNap Cottages. He had recently experienced health…read moreissues but seemed to bounce back after some treatment. In the two days prior he was less perky and we hoped this was temporary (good days and bad days), but within 24 hours CatNap contacted us to advise of decline. They took our baby to the vet and we very sadly agreed it was time to relieve suffering. Obviously not being there in last moments was absolutely devastating & heartbreaking for us. When we returned and came in to settle bill, they waived everything. This was so unexpected and touching. Gestures like this are so so rare these days. I'm tearing up writing this. THANK YOU AND MUCH LOVE TO THE STAFF, WE WILL NOT FORGET XO

CatNap cottages took excellent care of our 2 cats for a week over the holidays. The cats were…read morehoused in a little "cottage" with a ledge and a window facing outside, and we brought their bed which went inside. The litter box was far enough away from their bed and food dishes and the cottage was clean. You could tell the employees really love cats and they took time to play with the animals according to the instructions they meticulously recorded when we made our arrangements to leave them. Both cats were well groomed (i.e they had been brushed) and were just lazing about in their cottage when we came (a little early) to get them. None of the cats in the place seemed overly stressed. There was also a larger play area where they let the cats out to play - but not with other cats. Overall I was really at peace with leaving my pets in the care of the staff at CatNap. I called a few times while I was gone and they patiently answered all my questions and even went to look to see what teh cats were doing while I was on the phone. They kept great notes on their activities (eating/drinking/litter box business). Price was $14.99 per cat, per night, so it wasn't cheap, but at least we were able to relax on our holiday, knowing they were taken care of so well.

Thank you for the wonderful job you have done for our Dog...he was happy to go in and out. Your…read moresetting is perfect for him where he is so attached to us but felt comfortable gojng right on in. We definately will be returning . Thank you again Stephanie and Michael

From the owner: Dog Daycare Dog Boarding…read more Dog Obedience Training and Behavior Dog Grooming

amazing service and my dog looked absolutely awesome. the place is very nice and inviting. the…read morestaff is very professional and the groomer was very gentle with my (older) dog. very good prices too! the Barking Lot is my got to groomer! and the offer day care too. Go take a look and you will not hesitate to chose them Diane

From the owner: Choose The Barking Lot for an experience that goes beyond dog care services; we create a community…read morewhere your dog can feel at home. Our facility boasts generous areas designated for play, social interaction, and relaxation; all while being overseen by trained professionals in completely secure settings. The Off-leash Dog Park is right on our premises and offers a spacious outdoor space where dogs can play freely under the watchful eye of our staff. With a focus on hygiene and expert care, the daycare strives to foster a secure and pleasant environment for all dogs, whether they are visiting briefly, staying for an extended boarding period, or taking advantage of our various grooming services.

I take both my cat, Kilo, and my kitten, Simba, to this clinic. I rescued Simba as a 5 week old…read morekitten, who ended up being deathly sick and full of infection. The Guelph Cat Clinic brought him back to health, and supported me through the extremely time-consuming and exhausting care it took to keep him healthy. They checked in every couple days once I brought him home to make sure he was doing okay, as well as to make sure I was okay. I will forever take Kilo and Simba to this clinic, and I would like to especially thank Dr. Farley for the amount of time and effort she put into nursing Simba back to health. I strongly recommend the Guelph Cat Clinic for their amazing staff, their empathy, and their love for cats.

The best vet visit I have ever had with my very stressed, very fearful, easily agitated cat. Most…read morevet visits are stressful for both my cat and for me. He gets very scared, and becomes aggressive when fearful. Even sedation at home typically is negated by his fear. Our appointment with Dr. Farly went smoother than I could have hoped. She was very gentle, calm, and low stress for my cat. She was able to handle my cat for a thorough physical exam, and administer his vaccine without restraint. The birdcage in the exam room helped distract him just enough to prevent him from being fearful! It was amazing, and definitely well worth it. Fees are reasonable, and comparable to other clinics in the area

Walking pet pals have proven to be a great service especially if you are going to be gone for a…read morevery long day and your fur babies need exercise. I have 2 dogs, 1 of which is very anxious and doesn't like anybody but quickly warmed up to our Walking Pet Pal. Excellence service and communication throughout process and services. Highly recommend.

I've now had few experiences with Walking Pals. Sometimes I get busy and it's nice to have a great…read moreoption, so my dog can still get to experience enriching walks stimulating her mental health. What I believe is essential in having a happy pooch. Bailey is big on people's energy and she came back calm and collective every time! I highly recommend this company to any and everyone.

Our new puppy Charlie had his second visit with BJ today. First and intro and today a puppy trim…read more BJ is very kind, caring and patient with our puppy. She is very passionate about what she does and I highly recommend her for your pets needs.

The experience from beginning to end was fabulous. Bobbie jo is trust-worthy and fabulous eith the…read moredogs. She took her time to ensure my dog was comfortable with her. She cleaned up and it was as if she wasn't even here. My dog smelled fabulous and she out so much attention into my dog she even had a special gift. I have booked her for regular grooming for my dog. I love that I can call her and she will come over and get the job done. No effort on my part a service worth paying for!!!