John and Cassidy took such great care of our two cats!! This was the first time we've ever used a…read morepetsitter service and were veryyy nervous to say the least. Every day we were sent 10+ photos of them along with a paragraph of a summary of their visit with them. Their level of care was so impressive and we know they even vacuumed on a few occasions! We cannot express how impressed we are with this company. Highly highly recommend Pooch's Best Friend!

I live in Irvine, CA, and so happy that I found them when I did. We have 2 dogs and all of the…read morewalkers are so very sweet to them. I love that they all are genuinely kind to our pups and leave the sweetest pics and comments about them. My husband and I are really busy with work and PBF always accommodates our schedule and do what they can to make sure our needs are addressed. We recently also had a baby in the last year and pbf has helped accommodate us as we move into our next chapter of having kids. Even when we had to go to the hospital when the baby came, the owner helped us schedule the pups walks and transportation to our pet boarding facility. They are simply great and amazing and I never worry about our pups and trust each and everyone of the walkers in my household. I highly recommend them.

I was looking for dog boarding at the very last minute and Wendy was very accommodating in taking…read morein my 2 dogs. I literally booked with her 2 days before the stay. My 54 lb Jindo does not do well with strangers, she is all bark but no bite. I was very anxious bringing her to any dog care but Wendy was willing to do an assessment prior to their stay. This was my very first time doing any sort of dog care so I was really worried about leaving them. They did really well and my other dog had so much fun (he's a social butterfly). The main reason I chose this place vs all the other dog boarding is because they offer a "home" living experience rather than a facility/warehouse. My dogs always freely roams the house and lays on our bed, couch, wherever they please so I wanted something similar and Wendy's house provided that. I couldn't bare the thought of them being kept in a narrow sleeping quarter locked throughout the day. Thank you for taking great care of my babies! This place will definitely be my go-to for any future dog boarding.

It pains me deeply to write this review, but I believe our experience needs to be shared with other…read moredog owners who may be considering leaving their pets with a dog daycare or boarding provider. It has been exactly one month since we lost our beloved French Bulldog, Louie, to heat stroke after leaving him with OC Paw House in Tustin, California. We dropped Louie off at approximately 9:05 a.m. for what was supposed to be a four-hour half-day visit. The purpose was simply to see how well he interacted with the other dogs before we considered boarding him there for a week later in September. I believed I had done my due diligence as a responsible pet owner. The business had more than 100 five-star reviews, and I could not find even a single review below five stars. They also had many photos of french bulldogs on their social media. That gave me a great deal of confidence in leaving Louie in their care. Unfortunately, what happened that morning is something our family will live with forever. At 11:33 a.m., I received a photo and text showing Louie with several other dogs. In the photo, what appeared to be Louie's vomit was clearly visible near his front paws. When I later examined the photo more carefully, I noticed that it had been taken at approximately 10:18 a.m. That timeline is extremely important. Wendy, the owner, later told me that Louie was having difficulty with the heat while at an unshaded dog park on an approximately 81-degree day. She said that after about 5-10 minutes, they decided to take him back to the house. The house is approximately an eight-minute drive from the dog park. Yet I did not receive a phone call telling me that Louie was in serious distress until approximately 11:45 a.m. I was then told that he was not breathing. That leaves me with a question I still cannot get past: What happened between approximately 10:18 a.m., when Louie was apparently already showing signs of distress, and the time I was finally contacted? As Louie's owner, it is devastating to think that he may have been struggling for an extended period of time without receiving the urgent intervention he needed. In my opinion, what happened demonstrates a serious lack of training, judgment, and emergency preparedness. This is especially troubling because Wendy told me that she owns or has owned a French Bulldog and understands that Frenchies do not tolerate heat well. Brachycephalic breeds such as French Bulldogs are widely known to be particularly vulnerable to overheating. Afterward, I obtained a report from OC Animal Care. Based on my reading of that report, I learned information about the business and its licensing status that I did not know when I entrusted Louie to their care. The report also contains statements regarding overnight boarding and the individuals who provide dog-walking services that, in my view, do not match my understanding of how the business was represented or operated. I encourage anyone considering this business--or any dog daycare or boarding provider--to verify its licensing, insurance, training, emergency procedures, supervision practices, and experience caring for your specific breed. Do not rely solely on online reviews. I wish I had known to ask more questions. Louie was not just our dog. He was part of our family, and losing him this way has been heartbreaking. I am writing this review because I cannot change what happened to Louie, but perhaps sharing our experience will cause another dog owner to ask the questions I wish I had asked--and potentially prevent another family from experiencing the loss that ours has endured.

Kevin introduced my dog to big dogs in 10 seconds in a way I was unable to do for almost 6 years…read more True expert level team!!Wish I had been coming here for pack walks and day camp sooner. Look no further!!!! I would give anything to go back in time and bring a puppy here ready to soak it all in! Don't make my mistake and pick the wrong trainers for a puppy only to need to bring them to the true professionals at 6 years old.

I was referred by the famous Vlade dog trainer to Dog Republic. I was impressed with and his team…read moreand understand what my Australian shepherd needed. Went to both locations, Highly recommend! Especially if your dog reactive to dogs and need to know(learn) how to behave with other dogs Thank you

If you are looking for someone to take care of your fur-kids, I highly recommend Snuggle Pup Care…read more I've been using their services for several months now and can't recommend them enough. The prices are reasonable, they're incredibly reliable, and they take great care of our pets. We were out to town over the Christmas holiday and my dog developed some stomach issues. Our pet sitter made special food for her, took her to the vet, and kept me updated the entire time. (My dog is much better now). They also cleaned up some pet messes and opened the windows to air out our place. These extra touches signify their dedication to providing pets and their owners with excellent service. As other reviewers have noted, they use an app that keeps you updated via emails and text and includes pictures of your pets. You can use the app to respond to them as well. There are three sitters in the team, Cassie, Mike, and Jen and they're all fantastic.

Cassie and Michael have walked our last two dogs for a couple years now and we couldn't be more…read moreappreciative of them. They respond to requests very quickly, are always accommodating to our needs, fairly priced, provide detailed walk updates with great photos, and are an overall pleasure to work with. Plus our dog adores them. Would highly recommend their services to others!

Anna has been amazing to both us and our pets from day one! We can always count on her to be…read morepunctual, dependable, and genuinely caring--she treats our fur babies like her own and makes sure they're always safe and well cared for. She's also fantastic with communication and stays completely on top of her schedule, which gives us so much peace of mind. We feel incredibly lucky to have found her--highly recommend!

Anna is the most loving and responsible person. She loves our Teddy as her own and really looks out…read morefor his wellbeing. She shows up as planned and makes sure lights are on after evening walks so Teddy is not left in a dark home. She always sends us tons of photos of the walks, so we have peace of mind that our Teddy is very well taken care of. I highly recommend Anna at PeacefulPlayful Pets!!

Rosanne or Bow Wow's and Whiskers is the best kept secret in Irvine! That is because no pet owner…read morewants to lose her. We have been so fortunate to have Rosanne care for our many cats, including those with medical issues for almost 20 years. As a vet tech. and trained professional, I can trust her advice and know she has the best interest of my animal in mind. Travelling internationally, I have absolute confidence she will turn up, never let me down, care for my cat and home and inform me of any potential issues. She is detailed, conscientious, totally honest and best of all, she actually spends time playing with your pet! A fantastic pet sitter! Laurie, CA

It's hard to put everything we feel about Rosanne into just a few words. She has cared for our…read morefurry cat children for the past 27 years! She's been with us as we suffered the loss of 3 of our babies over the years, and she has become a part of our family in many ways. Our current kitties, Isabella and Mary, are now 17 and 18 years old respectively, and Rosanne has cared for them since they came to us 17 years ago. Whenever we're away, she lives in our home, giving them the comfort and security they need. Knowing she's here when we're not gives us the same sense of comfort and security. Rosanne cares for the girls in every way. As a licensed and caring Vet Technician, we trust her judgement completely. She has advised and guided us in their care so many times over the years. Rosanne is committed to the care of the animals in her charge - she is a true professional, and more importantly, she LOVES all of the furry babies in her care. She also takes cares of our home like it's her own. She's licensed, bonded and insured. But the best part of Rosanne is . . . Rosanne. We absolutely treasure her, and cannot recommend her highly enough! Sincerely, Michael and Judy McLane May 6, 2023 Irvine, CA

After going to the same groomer for six years, it was apparent we needed to make a change. We would…read moredrop off our Goldendoodle at 8am, and she was never ready before 5pm; came home super stressed and flat out refused to go to one appointment--saw the halter, walked away from me and actually hid in the closet! We decided to try a mobile groomer, and after researching several in the area, hit the jackpot with Coat & Collar! Just had our first session with the wonderfully talented Taryn, and couldn't be happier! The cut was the best our Doodle has EVER received! Taryn took time prior to the grooming to discuss what we wanted, and the end result was perfect! More importantly, our pup was calm and not stressed out in the least--even gave Taryn a lick goodbye! The entire staff is very communicative, flexible and made the booking process super easy. Will DEFINITELY be using Coat & Collar from now on! You're only as happy as your least happy "child"--no more stressful grooming sessions after today! Thank you Taryn, Kathy and the entire Coat & Collar staff!

Siara did a great job with our puppy. She was professional and attentive to the kind of cut I…read morerequested. I showed her pictures of what I wanted and she delivered. I love that they come to you, and make everything so easy. Thank you!!! Also, the gentleman who took my call was so wonderful. I needed an appointment ASAP, and he was able to get us in same day. Thank you so much for the awesome customer service!

Our dog Hank loves bark collective. They always take such good care of Hank and he is soo happy…read morewhenever we pick him up. I know he's been well cared for. We also just had or first training session with AJ and I'm so excited to implement her training methods that don't require and e-collar. The e-collar is optional and can be used on certain situations, but I saw her techniques with him work without the ecollar.. I'm so glad I scheduled the training session and will continue to schedule training session with her! Her training techniques are soo effective.

I took my two dogs, Birdie and Minnie, to Bark Collective for two weeks. Our lives were changed…read moreforever. From the moment you walk in the door the staff is attentive, polite, and positive. During my dogs stay I received daily updates, pictures, and videos. What transpired during this time I can truly call miraculous. My overly playful, rambunctious dogs transformed. I was never able to walk them because of their pulling and my fear of tripping. I am now able to walk both dogs at once! Incredible... The sit, stay, and come when called. A.J and Hayden, the trainers, never raised their voices and focus on complementing good behavior. I never heard the word "no"! They were also very patient with me as I learned the new skills it would take to carry on this training at home. My dogs had a blast! Pack walks, hikes and pup cups. I can never fully express my amazement and gratitude for the transformation. The level of professionalism while still making this fun for the dogs was beyond anything that I could have imagined. My dogs are my world and the trainers understood that completely. I cannot recommend Bark Collective enough. It was the best thing for my dogs and for me!!!

Just had to update my review for Ready Pet Go as their services remain consistently…read moredetail-oriented, conscientious, and stellar after more than 5 years -- most likely longer. (My records stop at 5.) I love their customized check-lists (which help me be a better pet caregiver), the hand-offs to ensure all's well, heartfelt kindness, and deft handling of the unexpected. It's a pleasure working with professionals at the top of their craft -- and the ultimate peace of mind when I travel. THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH.

I recently hired Steve and Ready Pet Go to watch my cat while I was out of town for two weeks. It's…read morea big deal to entrust your pet and your house keys to a stranger, but the consultation process Steve does in advance made me confident he and Ready Pet Go were the right choice. Steve and team were super professional, prompt, and communicative. Steve and team sent regular photo updates and even kept a written log of every visit. I'll definitely continue to use Ready Pet Go in the future whenever I'm out of town and need a trusted person to take care of my cat. Highly recommend!

I highly recommend Ugly Dog Adventures in Orange, California. Jenn, the owner, is incredibly…read moreknowledgeable and clearly passionate about what she does which carries over to all her team. I enrolled my two, two-year-old rescue dogs in their comprehensive boarding/training program and on-going daily pack walks. The results have been fantastic. Not only were their command-response established , their unruly habits were corrected and their overall behavior became much more balanced and manageable. If you're looking for someone who truly understands dogs and can make a real difference, Jenn at Ugly Dog Adventures is the one to trust.

We love UDA! Our rescue dog was welcomed into the pack and I always knew that my dog was in good…read morehands with the team. Pack walks and boarding were always such good experiences for our girl and we will miss Ugly Dog!!