Krista and her family have cared for our pup up until she passed. Even then, she came and saw Koda…read morein her last hours. To say she is compassionate is an understatement. Krista and her family will never know the impact she has had on our life and how much she meant to Koda. If you want the perfect family to watch your dog, then you have found it here. Koda had been having trouble for a couple days and when krista came in the room she perked right up and wagged her tail and bayed as if she wasn't sick. If you need any more evidence than that, you won't find it.

From the owner: Royal Pooch specializes in homestyle boarding, pet sitting & teaching the Walks 'N' Wags Pet First…read moreAid course. Licensed, bonded, insured and Pet First Aid Certified

We have been looking for a daycare closer to home for our one year old puppy. This seemed like a…read morenice place. She went for the introduction day and all went well. There were no issues with her fitting in with the other dogs. When we picked her up, we noticed the handler aggressively correcting her with the leash (negative reinforcement). We had understood the daycare had a positive reinforcement policy. Beyond this being a bad training technique, it is useless with our dog as it makes her more excited. We did not say anything to the handler and brought it to the attention of the owner privately to see what was their opinion. He responded that both us and our dog are no longer welcome at his business.

It was brought to my attention recently that I write pretty critical reviews about pet care places…read moreon my Yelp. I am a pretty protective dog dad and bad experiences tend to stick out, so I thought it was time to write about where we found that we are happy with! One day while at the Bowness off leash park, there were quite a few more dogs than usual. Turns out it was "park play day" where the daycare brings the dogs for some playtime in the park. The owner was there and taking pictures of the dogs, as it turns out he is also a pet photographer! Our dog turned out to be pretty photogenic and got some good pictures. My girlfriend got information about the daycare and the next week we started taking him there. The building is a good size inside and outdoor play area as well. On hot summer days there are kiddie pools set up where the dogs can jump in and cool down. The facebook page is updated often with pictures and videos of all the dogs so we can check in and see all the fun being had while we are at work! Brian, Janice and all their staff are amazing. They always tell us a bit about what our dog did, who he played with and such. We have never had any issues with the daycare. It is reasonably priced, with multi day packs available to save some money. They also do regular nail trims for him, sometimes without us even asking! Brian also has a professional photo studio where he does amazing work with the dogs. We took ours in for a Christmas photo shoot and ended up getting amazing pictures and Christmas cards done. I would highly recommend Back in the Pack, and I'm sure my dog would too!

We had dog and house sitting services for four days. Leah took wonderful care of our pup who has…read moreseparation anxiety and who we had never left alone with anyone besides us. She sent a ton of updates and pictures and we came back to a happy pup and a spotlessly clean house. 10/10 recommend!

From the owner: Active Furiends is a proud pet care company in Alberta that goes above and beyond your expectations…read moreof caring for your furry family members. As pet parents for may years, we understand the anxiety that comes with deciding who to trust with your pets’ well-being-not being with them is hard enough. First and foremost, we live by our reputation, and value trust and dependability. Our goal is to give you an idea of who we are, including our hopes and passions, and in the process, we hope to alleviate your nerves and gain your trust.

Sniff Safari has made pet care feel easy and reliable. Zack doesn't just walk dogs -- he genuinely…read moreconnects with them. You can tell he takes the time to get to know each animal, their routines, and what makes them feel safe. He's calm, consistent, and dependable. No stress, no flakiness -- just someone who shows up with care and professionalism every time. That kind of reliability is hard to find, and it matters a lot when you're trusting someone with your pet. If you're looking for grounded, heart-led pet care from someone who truly gets animals, I highly recommend Zack and Sniff Safari.

From the owner: Sniff Safari YYC offers personalized dog walking and drop-in pet care services across NW and…read moreDowntown Calgary. Every walk is more than just exercise - it’s a chance for your dog to explore, sniff, and enjoy a fun, enriching experience. Whether you need a one-time walk or daily visits while you're away, Sniff Safari provides reliable, professional care you can count on. Pet First Aid Certified, fully insured, and focused on building trust with both pets and their people. New clients receive a free Meet & Sniff - a chance to connect, review expectations, and make sure everyone’s comfortable.

Shoguns Gym at Sleep Rover is such an incredible spot!…read more My severely anxious 2.5 yr old mixed breed Roscoe has experienced so much success using this facility! By our third session with coach Amanda's guidance he had the slat mill figured out and was reaching top speeds! He loves the pool and the outdoor space as well, and is extra happy when we bring one of his friends. Having access to Sho Gun's to fulfil his mental and physical needs over the last three months has noticeably reduced his overall anxiety. We are so grateful for this amazing spot and the incredible staff!

We have been sending Bear to Sleeprover for a couple months now. He just loves it and his buddies…read moreEnzo and Emma and his hooman friends. He was in need of hanging with the pack and this was the best thing for him. He comes home, eats supper and pretty well sleeps till the next day. Thanks Joyce and Jimmy for all you do

Anna has been in the business of training, walking and boarding for almost 20 years. She is a true…read moredog whisperer. I have used her business with 2 dogs for over 10 years. She and her staff are great with seniors, puppies and everything in between. Pet walking, training and boarding are all services I've used and I can't say enough about them. My dog runs happily to Anna or her staff and wants to go back for more. I've personally seen her take anxious and fear aggressive dogs and work them to be comfortable members of a pack. I trust this business with the care of my dogs and highly recommend her services.

From the owner: Certified Dog Trainer, Master Animal Communicator, Private Consultations Availableread more

Dear Tanis; Sorry we…read morehaven't gotten back to you sooner, it's been a horrendous last few weeks (moving)however, the one VERY bright spot is how our darling Sawyer has remarkably transformed from a high-strung, fearful little puppy to an amazingly calm, social and outgoing little pooch; all in 4days with you. It's simply remarkable how you were able to transform Sawyer's negative behaviors into such a positive change ... we'll always appreciate and and love you for that!!! God Bless You Dear Tanis Thankyou so much; Dale, Maggie, Brodye and Sawyer:)

We have been taking our dogs to Tanis for years and she's always great. A few years ago we were…read moredisplaced due to a home fire and needed someone to watch our shitzu & terrier mixed dogs and Tanis took them in without hesitation and even went to the store to buy the necessary food for both dogs. Sadly our shitzu is no longer with us but Tanis is just as happy to take our new dog (a Great Dane/mastiff cross) as well as the terrier who has never been as comfortable staying with someone as he is with Tanis.

This location is quite convenient for us when we're getting our hair done as it is in the same…read moreplaza as our salon. The store has plenty of parking and the staff is very friendly. The enjoyed my two furbabies and have a great selection of food, treats and toys. They also sell bones and raw food which is great! I enjoy shopping at the smaller stores as the service is more personalized, friendly and would rather contribute to the small entrepreneur then the big box stores. We will be back!

Unbelievably friendly and nice owners - husband and wife. Upon entering they introduced themselves…read moreto me and talked to me about their loyalty program. They chatted with me about the other business owners nearby and promoted other family run retailers in the square. It was a joy buying dog food from such a personable place. Plus they take air miles, so that's sweet.