We've been bringing our dog here for about 2 years now and its been great! Our dog always comes…read moreback tired from all of his playtime. They take really good care of your fur baby and you never have to worry. Your dog also gets a report card after their boarding stay letting you know how it went.

what an amazing place to leave your fur babies! Great staff and great environment for my Aussie!…read moreShe was on vacation too!

Amy was super nice and very detailed oriented. We took our mini Aussie over to her home for a…read moremeet-and-greet with her dogs. After a couple hours they were friends Another plus .... she lives right by the vet in Escalon. We were not able to take our vacation due to health issues, so we had to cancel. In the future I wouldn't hesitate to leave our pets with Happy Dog Happy Home. She clearly loves animals and has a great set up in and outside for pet sitting!

Even though she was not able to help us, she was very kind and responded quickly. She was able to…read moremessage information and let us know when she was available for a call. My husband who is very picky was very impressed with her.

CrowsLanding kennels are the best. We have been boarding our dogs here for the last year. They are…read moresafe, happy and love to see Sharon. She takes wonderful care of our dogs including fun time and exercise.

I needed some boarding for my dog while I was out of town for a couple of days. Sharon was so…read morefriendly and gave me all the information about her kennels and what she needed from me. Drop off was pretty easy and she let me take a look at where my dog would be staying. The kennels were located in a barn and were extremely clean. I was super impressed. They had a giant swamp cooler running to keep the barn cool for the dogs. I will definitely bring my dog here for boarding again. Thank you Sharon!

My dogs have been clients of Top Notch since it opened many years ago. They go above and beyond to…read moretreat each dog with care and kindness. The owner, Lisa, even picked up a prescription for my dog while he was boarding and I was out of the country. With my dog Riley, they take extra care with getting him settled in and adjusted because he developed a bit of separation anxiety after the pandemic. They always have him looking his best after his every six weeks grooming. To make it easier for me (not having to call for an appointment) they've been booking him out every six weeks for the entire year. It is so easy for me to remember, and they do such a great job with him. I cannot say enough how much trust I have in Lisa and her team at Top Notch. If he needs to be boarded, I know he is safe, comfortable, and well cared for.

Ever since the change in management the service has gone down. I can tell the employees are no…read morelonger treated well. Will not be supporting another business that's now a sellout. They were great before they changed management.

I have been using Canine Outpost for a couple years now to board my Boston terrier Dani while on…read morevacations and we love the service and hospitality shown to her. She always has a great time and Susan always updates the report card so I can check in on her.

My dog, Franklin, recently stayed and everything was amazing! He came back happy and healthy! They…read moreupdated me via his report card and sent me a few photos! We will be back!

Countryside Canine and Olivia have truly been life-changing for us. We sent our female Belgian…read moreMalinois, Athena, to Olivia's 5-week program, and it was an absolute game changer. A little backstory--Athena was a COVID puppy, so she didn't get the proper early socialization she needed, especially with other dogs. On top of that, being a Belgian Malinois, she has very unique needs. Her prey drive is incredibly high, and so was her anxiety. Walks used to be stressful--she would react to every noise, person, or animal. Even getting her into the car felt like wrestling a bear. After training with Olivia, it honestly felt like we got a whole new dog back. Athena still has some anxiety and that natural Malinois prey drive, but now I have the tools and confidence to manage both effectively. We now go on daily walks--often twice a day. I've taken her to large parks and on short hikes, and she's been amazing. I'm even planning to take her on a multi-day camping and hiking trip--something I never would have imagined before her training. The biggest difference is that Olivia didn't just train my dog--she trained me too. She gave me the knowledge and tools to continue working with Athena at home, and Athena has taken to it like a fish to water. It's such a great feeling to have a smart, engaged, and obedient dog to enjoy life with. I can't thank Olivia enough for everything she's done. I highly recommend Olivia and Countryside Canine!

I sent my 10-month-old Australian Shepherd to board and train with Olivia and, in the best way…read morepossible, he came back a different dog: the same sweet personality, but with dramatically better self-control. I enrolled him for three weeks and ended up adding a fourth. His biggest challenges were reactivity, anxiety, recall, and staying engaged with me around distractions. Before training, he would bark and lunge at strangers, bolt through open doors, and ignore commands the moment something more interesting appeared. Now he's calm on and off leash, reliably holds commands until released, and consistently checks back in with me instead of running off. What impressed me most wasn't just the behavior change, it was the foundation Olivia built. Nix now understands how to look to me for guidance when he's distracted, stressed, or uncertain. The results have been more durable and meaningful than anything I achieved through months of research, classes, private lessons, and thousands of dollars spent on training. I was initially skeptical of board and trains, and balanced training methods, particularly e-collars and slip leads, because of so many traumatic videos out there. Olivia completely changed my perspective. She uses these tools thoughtfully, gently, and effectively--not to intimidate or hurt dogs, but to communicate clearly despite distractions. Nix isn't fearful or shut down; if anything, he's more confident, more relaxed, and more connected to me than ever before. Of all the money I've spent on training, Olivia's board-and-train was by far the best investment I've made in my dog. The transformation has been remarkable, and our relationship is stronger because of it.

Susan is wonderful! Her love for animals is absolute. We had to take a last minute overnight trip…read morefor a family funeral and needed to leave our elderly pug at home alone. Not only was Susan able to arrange her schedule to accommodate us, but she managed to spend several hours of quality TLC time with our little guy, including a couple of massages for his arthritis! She kept detailed notes regarding her visits and sent us reassuring pictures of a very content pup. We rarely leave our dog at home when we go out of town, but on occasions where he cannot join us, we are so thrilled to have someone like Susan to call on for help.

I HIGHLY recommend Susan for you pet sitting needs. Her prices are fair, she is super accommodating…read moreand our anti-social dog LOVES her! Susan treat all animals like they are her own. I love that she not only just checks on our dog, but she spends time with her. Our dog doesn't get along with other dogs so dog boarding is not an option. Susan is very trustworthy and we have had her watch our dog several times.

Lily is an awesome trainer!! My pup is a German Shepherd/…read moreBelgian Malinois/Husky, only 3 months old and learned how to sit, place, walk on a leash, crate train, and come. He spent 2 weeks with her, she informed me on a daily with pictures on how he was doing. She gave me a book to continue his learning and lifetime phone support. As soon as I got home he was able to still do the commands with me. Thank you again, I recommend!

latest update- I am told they will be updating their contract to state they can arrive within 2…read morehours of a scheduled appountment time- oh brother. So half your day is spent waiting for this loser person Lily who has no time management skills and obviously doesn't check map apps for traffic!

Sharon loves animals wants the best the animals and owners…read more When she says she will be at home for 30 minutes, she is there fo 30 minutes. Checks, food, water, plays with them. This was our 1st time using any care services. Will use her again for sure

She provides great care for my 3 indoor kitties ! Keeps me aware of any issues and takes care miss…read morethey're her own! Very dependable and trustworthy. I'm grateful for all she does while I'm away.

Our 8-lb, 3-year-old toy poodle suddenly began showing aggressive behavior. We immediately had him…read moreevaluated by two veterinarians, including appropriate testing, and confirmed the issue was behavioral--not medical. We contacted Bark Busters in Livermore due to strong reviews. That trainer referred us to the trainer covering our area, Sarah Harrington. She assured us she had handled similar cases many times and that their method--different from traditional training--could correct the behavior, although there is no guarantee. Based on that, we agreed to proceed despite the high cost. The fee is $1,875 (lifetime training), paid in full upfront. In hindsight, that should have given us pause. At the initial visit, our dog reacted very negatively--barking continuously and backing away. This was unusual, as he is normally friendly with new people. The trainer also appeared fearful, explaining she had recently been bitten by another dog. A significant portion of the session was spent reading from a binder rather than actively engaging with us or demonstrating techniques until after the total fee was paid in full. This method does not use treats at all. We followed the approach consistently for over three weeks. Instead of improving, our dog became more fearful, his personality seemed to change, and the aggression worsened. When we raised concerns, we were told to continue. The trainer did not proactively check in; we were told follow-up was our responsibility. Given the seriousness of the issue and the cost, we expected more support. We ultimately decided to stop. No partial refund was offered. We were told the contract would become void if we did not re-engage within seven days. We were also cautioned about posting a negative Yelp review. We are sharing our experience so others can make an informed decision. We hope your experience is better than ours.

Sarah Harrington at Bark Busters Home Dog Training - Central Valley is absolutely amazing. She is…read moreknowledgeable, patient, and truly cares about both dogs and their owners. Her in-home training approach is clear, humane, and incredibly effective--we saw real improvements right away. Sarah empowers you with the tools and confidence to create lasting change, not just quick fixes. The lifetime support Bark Busters offers is a huge bonus and gives total peace of mind. If you're struggling with behavior issues or just want a better relationship with your dog, I highly recommend Sarah and Bark Busters Central Valley!