Just had our first visit for my two cats and had just had to get a review down to mention what a…read morewonderful experience it was. They were so gentle and loving with my little ones that I felt at ease the whole time. My one cat has never been fully examined at our old vet bc she was always a hot anxious mess but here she made it through without hissing and swatting. That tells you something! Additionally, I love that the office is so clean, the staff was lovely, and they have their own cute little cat walking around. Highly recommend.

I recently took my cat because he was experiencing seizure like episodes at night. They are pricey…read morecompared to my vets back in Pittsburgh, but Philly in general is way more expensive than Pittsburgh. Anyway, very nice crew and respectable staff. They care about your cat and are very responsive.

Stephanie is the BEST pet sitter we've ever had, hands down. She shows our two cats so much love…read moreand attention, and even gives one of our cats his inhaler! We trust her so much and recommend her to anyone in the area looking for the most responsible and trustworthy pet care!!

Steph did a wonderful job watching my cat while I was away for two weeks. She came every day…read morefaithfully and coaxed my cat out of hiding which helped ease her anxiety a lot. I noticed a huge improvement in my cats anxiety upon my return and attribute it to Steph spending quality time with her. I definitely recommend Fishtown Furbabies and will be using them again in the near future!

I've used Walkies for over five years and I am obsessed. They are pleasant and kind, reliable,…read morethoughtful, playful, and safe with my babies. They send me tons of pics of my cats while I'm away and keep my mind at ease.

We started using Walkies when we rescued our puppy, Griffin! A friend recommended the company and…read moreraved about how nice and amazing they were. We gave it a try and I was blown away at how organized and professional they were. The owner reached out and scheduled a meet and greet with Brieon and I instantly knew, she was going to be great! She asked amazing questions and gave me such reassurance that our Griffin was in good hands. We have been so happy with the care and attention they give our fur baby and even send pictures and recaps about the walk daily! It's the little touches that really cemented great this company is. Andrea, Brieon and Dan (fills in when Brieon is on a much deserved break or time off,) are amazing. We were very lucky to find such a great company to help us out and take care of our sweet and crazy pup, Griffin! HIGHLY recommend this company!

Rittenhound has solved all of our problems with finding decent pet care in Philadelphia. We have…read moretried many independent dog walkers that were not reliable as well as many companies that did not prove to live up to our expectations. Rittenhound is not only have a great dog walking/pet sitting business but they have one of the best businesses in the city, period. The owners are down to earth, responsible, organized people who take the time to treat each client and dog with individualized care. They assigned us a walker, Noah, who handles our two dogs with ease. He arrives on time, spends a 30 minute walk briskly walking the city and then takes the time to return to our house and spend another 10-15 minutes playing with the dogs. We pay for a 30 minute walk but our dogs get 45+ minutes of attention, easily. The company sends invoices via paypal which is a great and easy paperless option and they communicate (via e-mail) on a weekly basis about schedules. The walkers also leave detailed report cards after each walk that prove to be very informative and helpful. Overall, Rittenhound may have a high(er) price tag than the competitors but they are worth every penny.

Rittenhound is the best! Thanks so much to Lea and Evan for taking such amazing care of our babies…read morewhile we were away! Not only did they leave us a detailed and adorable report card, but sent us picture text messages everyday so we could see how happy the boys were at the dog park and at home! They've never been left home alone for that long before, and I was nervous at first. But the messages and updates were greatly appreciated and comforting. We came home to two very tired and content dogs. Reliable, affordable, and extremely friendly. We will definitely be referring Rittenhound to all of our doggie friends! Thanks again.

I've been a customer for years Tired other groomers & they are the best…read moreI have very large dogs

The staff and customer service at The Pet Snobs Boutique is top notch. My cat is very…read moretemperamental. It was his first professional grooming experience. The groomer was very professional, friendly and reassuring. The outcome was above my expectations! I will definitely be a returning customer.

Dr. Amber Lee was super helpful. My dog was experiencing breathing problems. I was hoping it was…read morejust a cold. It was a brutal winter and I also had a cold, and maybe assumed we were in the same boat. But she encouraged me, against my own reluctance, to get an x-ray immediately. I did, and the x-ray revealed it was a much more serious condition called congestive heart failure. She helped get him emergency doses of a medication that likely saved his life during a really stressful snowstorm week in February where it was difficult to coordinate. She also pushed me to take him to a cardiologist, which I was also reluctant to do. But I'm glad I did. He was really at death's door 5 months ago, and now he's under a treatment plan that has kept him alive with decent quality of life. I'm super grateful to the Dr. Lee, and the staff generally. I almost forgot to leave this review for the treatment that happened in February, because when you're stressed out over a pet and the pet survives the last thing you think about it giving credit on yelp. Your mind is on your pet. That's something to consider when reading reviews. I also just took him in for a vet-tech appointment yesterday and the tech also was super helpful and reassuring. So overall this place has been great.

We made an appointment for our dog and confirmed it through email exactly as instructed. When we…read morearrived for the appointment, the receptionist repeatedly told us that we had canceled, even after we showed her the confirmation email proving that we had not. She continued to insist over and over that we canceled and said they couldn't see us. We had been waiting weeks for this appointment, so this was incredibly frustrating and disappointing. I would not recommend this vet if you are looking for reliability, accountability, or good customer service.

I'm writing to express my deep disappointment with the care my cat, Wicca, and I received at your…read moreclinic. This experience was not only frustrating, it was frankly unacceptable for any facility that claims to care for animals and their well-being. I first called your clinic on 5/22/25, desperate to get my Sphynx cat seen due to some concerning facial spasms. I made it clear to your receptionist that I was searching for a compassionate, trustworthy veterinarian to form a long-term relationship with, for all three of my cats. I wasn't just looking for a quick appointment; I was looking for a partner in my cats' health for life. When your receptionist said you could squeeze Wicca in same-day and highly recommended Dr. Beiting based on my needs, I was beyond relieved. That relief didn't last long. Red flag #1: I walked in to find adorable cats roaming freely in the waiting room. While charming in theory, this setup is completely impractical and inconsiderate. Strange cats approaching a cat in a carrier? No thank you. My cat was visibly stressed, and most cats would be, especially sick or nervous ones, trapped in a carrier, being approached by unfamiliar animals. It's not just an emotional risk, it's a health risk, too. In what world is free-roaming animals a sound practice in a vet's office, where illnesses could easily spread? Red flag #2: Once we were in the exam room, the vet tech immediately tried to hold Wicca without any need or invitation. Let me repeat, I have a Sphynx cat, and yes, I get that people are fascinated by her. But fascination does not give you permission to violate her boundaries, especially when she's clearly growling and hissing at you. When I asked to hold her myself because she was obviously uncomfortable, the vet tech almost refused to give her back. Her response? "I'm not scared of her." Excuse me? This isn't about your fear, it's about respecting an animal who is clearly showing you she doesn't want to be touched. I had to physically take my cat back to avoid further distress. Then came the vet, Dr. Beiting, who admitted she didn't know what was going on. She speculated it might be focal seizures, but wasn't convinced. I'm not upset she didn't have an immediate answer, medicine is complicated, but here's where things really fell apart. She said we'd do bloodwork, monitor over the weekend, and touch base Tuesday. If Wicca was still having spasms, we'd try Gabapentin. Tuesday comes and... nothing. No call from the doctor. I leave a message. Eventually, I get a call back from the receptionist, who breezily tells me on my voicemail that Wicca's blood work looks fine except for the part where she has a heart condition, and I should "probably call a cardiologist." That's it. That's the call. No details. No explanation. Just a casual suggestion that my cat might have a serious heart problem. Frankly, I was left in tears. That's not just unprofessional, it's inhumane. A receptionist should never be the one to break news like that, and with such a flippant tone? I work in animal care. I would never let an unqualified person call a client with upsetting or unclear medical results. The doctor promised to speak to me personally on Tuesday. Instead, I had to call again, beg to speak with the doctor, only to be told she was "busy" and might not get back to me that day. Luckily, because I work with vets, I was able to get Gabapentin elsewhere and review the emailed blood results with people I trust. If I didn't work in the field? I would be freaking out. Wicca was still having spasms on Tuesday, and I had no guidance from the person I paid to provide it. The doctor didn't call me back until Thursday, two full days later. I couldn't answer during work, and her voicemail said if I didn't call back right away, she wouldn't get back to me until tomorrow. I called back and left a voicemail at 2:45 PM which was 15 minutes after she called me. Again, no response. Honestly? I wasn't surprised. This was now a pattern. And let's not forget, I had to ask four separate times just to get a receipt, rabies certificate, and doctor's notes. So let's tally this up: I paid nearly $400 for a "we don't know," a traumatic experience for my cat, a rabies vaccine, bloodwork, and days of stress and unanswered calls and voicemails. I had to do my own legwork just to understand what was wrong. I had to educate the doctor about the Sphynx breed. I had to be the one leading the appointment, not the other way around. There was no compassion, no proactive care, and no follow-through. This entire experience was infuriating and heartbreaking. I came in ready to start a lifelong relationship with a veterinary team I could trust. Instead, I left feeling disrespected, disregarded, and deeply disappointed. Sincerely, Wicca's Very Tired and Rightfully Annoyed Mom

My cat was rapidly losing weight but still eating. The Cat Doctor vet didn't do blood work & said…read more"keep an eye on her" sending her home without giving me clear information. A week later I took her to an animal hospital & was told she had kidney damage from hyperthyroidism. She had to be euthanized. Very angry at the INCOMPETENCE!

Ciani, the Philly Pet Sitter, provided excellent care for my two cats recently when I was on a…read moretwo-week vacation. She was already scheduled to give one of my cats fluids every other day, and when I needed extra care in an emergency, she was very helpful and flexible in scheduling extra visits. I could relax during my vacation knowing that my animals we're getting expert care! I can't say enough good things about her. She's very professional and caring at the same time. I will definitely ask her to pet sit for me again!

Ciani is one of the best pet sitters I've had the pleasure of hiring. She is reliable, trustworthy,…read moreknowledgable, and really passionate about animals. She has been a great sitter for three cats, including a kitten, a diva, and a special needs kitty. She is always very communicative and offers great advice for pets. I highly recommend her!