The Monterey SPCA gets five stars across the board, from adoption to end-of-life assistance, and…read moreadditional services, do yourself a favor and check them out first. I've been a long time advocate for SPCA services, Monterey SPCA helped me in April with euthanasia and cremation, it was a very pleasant process. Unfortunately I had to repeat part of that process 4 weeks ago when my last fur baby passed away, and they made the experience pleasant. The turnaround time was fast, definitely a good quality. I cannot brag on them enough! Also, their social media adoption efforts are like no other, check them out! I'll try to post pictures later.

Last year, I adopted my best friend from the SPCA Monterey. The staff there was incredibly friendly…read moreand knowledgeable about the animals. The facility is very clean and well-maintained. If you're considering adopting a dog or cat, I highly recommend this place. They have a team of friendly workers and animals. Thanks again, SPCA Monterey

Great start to my puppy Wally's training . Loved the secure yard at the SPCA. Gina was very…read moreaccommodating and flexible with all of us .

Our Behavioral Team leading our SPCA Puppy Training 3 "virtual classes" are wonderful. My husband…read moreand I were both originally very skeptical about how these zoom (RingCentral) virtual classes could even help us and our new family member, Parker, or our general needs but I am sold. Understanding in today's environment the need for social distancing and virtual everything. Your team - Bonnie and Wendi are incredible. Presenting us with our weekly course work, videos, and the virtual calls reviewing our progress or pending needs with a group session. Therefore, Wendi and Bonnie, We cannot thank you enough for your guidiance in Parker's future progress. Granted there are still some days for us, it was 2 steps forward and 1 step backwards at times. Parker's and us are still a work in progress. It's just been 2 months since we adopted our wonderful pup and we are looking forward to seeing his & our growth in the future. A question - resetting Parker's DOG CLOCK to greater than 5:45am or teach him how to start the coffee, please? Best of luck to team.

Scott and his wife are great. We left our nine-month puppy with them while we were visiting Carmel…read moreValley for a wedding. They even gave her an extra-long walk Sunday morning because they knew we had long drive home. Highly recommend Scott!

From the owner: You can trust me as your pet sitter to provide a safe, comfortable, fun, and stress free…read moreenvironment for your pet or pets. Whether it's dropping by for a visit, taking them for walks, or providing overnight care, I'll watch over your pets as if they were my own

The service is great. They were very helpful including in rescheduling my appointment at no charge…read morewhen something urgent came up. The pricing is fine. I was expecting elevated pricing based on other reviews but it was ok and the service was quick. I wasn't in the waiting room 5 minutes. They were all very friendly with my dog and it is much appreciated. I will be back :)

I called to set up a new patient appointment for my dog. After being placed on hold for several…read moreminutes, I reached the point of booking a same-day time slot. I asked if I could have a moment to confirm I'd have my car back in time for the appointment, and the call was disconnected. When I called back less than a minute later, I was told they were fully booked and couldn't see us for several days. The receptionist's tone was very dismissive and "oh well" about the situation, which made the experience even more frustrating.

We always use the for birding our dog. They do a great job and we are always happy with their…read moreservices.

Last minute- this awesome dog sitter places place took in my Samantha -a 7 year old blue healer for…read morea few hours while visiting the Monterey aquarium. The place a bit hard to get to but she was treated with kindness and respect. Definitely would use their service again if needed while in the area. My husband and I travel quite often to Carmel and Monterey for pleasure. We love the area- so does Samantha!

I've had Monterey Pet Care come to my house for quite a few years now. They send reliable and…read morethoughtful individuals to take care of my dogs. My last sitter, Andrea, was just lovely -- on time, spent time with my dogs, and made them happy. (My neighbors and my cameras confirm this!). Thank you to Dan and to Andrea for making this work.

Dan with Monterey Pet Care was great to work with. I had never hired a dog walking service and was…read morevery worried about someone else walking my 90lb dog Buddy. Dan was always great about getting back to me quickly and helped me feel comfortable with all of my concerns. Plus he was very helpful in working around my busy work schedule. I would definitely recommend Monterey Pet Care.

A few months ago, we hired OffLeash K9 through their "Board and Train" program, for our Cane Corso…read morepuppy. At that time, he was around 7 months old. At the time I signed the training services agreement, there was zero mention of the use of an electronic training collar as part of the program. Additionally, it is not clearly described or disclosed on the OffLeash K9 website that they utilize these collars as a part of the training-- they use vague language to refer to their practices, including the use of "safe and effective methods", but no concrete examples or definitions. I did not discover that they were planning to use an electronic (shock) collar until well after I paid the $2790 for the training program, I should add. Learning this information gave me pause, and I considered cancelling the training, as I had learned through my own professional experience that positive reinforcement training is more effective to achieve results for dogs than punishment-based training. Nonetheless, I was told and encouraged by the trainer (Izzy) that this method was safe, and would not cause injury. Upon return to me after the 2 weeks, my puppy had injuries around his neck which the trainer referred to as "hot spots". The trainer informed me that it was simply due to "irritation" from the collar. The trainer stated at the time of return that our dog was "stubborn", and "slow to learn". Being a Registered Veterinary Technician, I took him home, and I shaved and cleaned the wounds around his neck, in order to better visualize the area. It was immediately clear that he had painful, necrotic pressure wounds around his neck (see photos). I administered first aid, and consulted a veterinarian colleague for further instruction. I am relieved to report that his injuries healed without the need for more invasive treatment--however, those pressure wounds are not a "normal" result of the use of electronic collars. That occurs when the collar is left in place for too long, and is fitted too tightly. This was a direct result of the misuse of the training collar by the trainer. Subsequently, our dog was fearful of the collar, and, understandably, would refuse to allow us to place it on him. He demonstrated very little obedience as a result of his training, despite our attempts to follow up with his training as directed, and he appeared more anxious than he was prior to the program. Both personally and professionally, I was left disappointed and concerned by this program, and certainly would not recommend it to any of my friends or associates. I question its validity, if management is using and supporting dubious communications, and condoning harmful practices. I have extensive connections in the veterinary medical community of the Central Coast and Bay Area, after an almost 20-year career as a senior veterinary nurse, and I have been vehemently opposing and advocating against this he use of OffLeash K9. I have dissuaded clients from acquiring their services. Furthermore, I strongly suggest that trainer Izzy of Salinas be investigated for misconduct, and potentially animal neglect. My intention in sharing this feedback is to make the community of pet owners, whom I love and humbly serve, aware of the adverse effects of this training program.

Having had previous success for dog training it was without a doubt to choose Central Coast: Off…read moreLeash K9 train to train our young dog. Miguel was very patient and skillful in handling our Maltese. Mugi returned to us confident and receptive to basic commands. We were amazed that Mugi walked off leash so obediently! We recommend CC OLK9 and Miguel and found the two week board and train program a great way to train and expand socialization to our dog.

The best groomer we've been able to find by far. Our guy always comes home looking wonderful.read more

Genaro has been grooming my two poodle-y dogs for several years. He is delightful to deal with and…read moredoes excellent, skillful work. He has a gentle yet firm manner with the dogs which helps with their VET & GROOMER skittishness .

We are very pleased with Cat Carmichael's pet care. She does a fine job taking care of our pets…read more I was particularly impressed with how she discovered that the rooster was pulling out my hen's feathers.

When I was going on vacation my sister recommended C at for my 2 dogs and birds while I was gone…read more I'm not real trusting but I called and in really so very very happy I did. She had my birds cage so nice and clean and my birds were singing their heart out when I got home. My older pit/ boxer mix is 12 and has medicine she has to take 2 times a day . She took her medicine without any problems and she even gave me a few toys on how to get her to take it without spitting it out. My pit puppy who chews everything was happy too and nothing chewed while I was gone. I get jealous now cuz my dogs are happier to get than me sometimes. Lol love her kindness and love for my animals. Would recommend her highly to anyone who needs help with their fur babies and feathered friends. Love her to pieces. Give her a call you will be glad you did.

The whole team there has both your pets and your best interests at heart. Glad they are in such a…read moreclose proximity.

Dr. Amaral and staff are beyond caring. They spend time with you and your pet, and keep your pet…read morein the best situation possible. Treatment is appropriate for my dogs different situations, with a measured approach that I really appreciate. No unnecessary tests that I have experienced before at other practices. Level of care is extraordinary. I have been coming here for many years with different DR's they have high level of experience and empathy. Vet techs too. I will not trust my animals to anyone else. Bravo!