Amy is a terrific pet caretaker. She clearly has love for pets and took care of our dog like it was…read moreher own. Easy communication and clear and fair pricing. Highly recommended.

After meeting Amy, it was clear that she loved dogs of all kinds. Our dog Chloe warmed right up to…read moreher. She is very knowledgeable about caring for dogs, set schedules, disciplining very nicely as needed. She has the perfect backyard for the dogs to play. We had amy board Chloe and also had her in the daycare during the day. Chloe made new dog friends when before she would bark at every single dog on our daily walks. Chloe came home happy and relaxed. We would definitely have amy watch Chloe again and trust her completely.

My little guy has been to this establishment a few times, our last experience has been the worst…read more He stayed there for a weekend and came home with a bloody injury under his eye. When I asked them if they can provide any insight on what happened, they mentioned he was playing rough and was relaxing by himself- my dog doesn't relax by himself when he's around other dogs, he's playful and his RELIABLE dog sitter calls him the life of the party. They did however confirm they saw blood on the floor but just assumed it was from another dog's urine-- WHAT! As a dog owner we all know when there's blood in a dog's urine it is watery, it doesn't actually look like blood! My dog had blood under his eye, an open wound and blood reside in his hair. His veterinarian confirmed it wasn't an injury playing with another dog.

TL;DR If you have a large breed that's energetic it's probably not going to work out for you!…read more The staff was super friendly and kind to us, but they had difficulty handling our two 8 month old husky/shepherd mixes with a large group. They're a very energetic breed and at a hyperactive age so we didn't expect them to be super chill, but we take them to the dog park everyday 2x a day and can confirm they just play like huskies do. They were too much for the staff to manage, which is fine, though we were anticipating the staff to be experienced with all types of breeds/etc and were disappointed it didn't work out. I noticed a lot of signs indicating they're short staffed for daycare, so it's possible there's just not enough people right now to take on higher energy pups in the mix of a large group. Our pups had so much fun on their first day with a small group, we were really looking forward to using Elliot's house!! I saw some other reviews that suggest this is a common experience for energetic breeds trying out daycare here, so just leaving a quick FYI for other owners since it's a lot of time and money to find a daycare that's a good fit!!

Danielle and her team have cared for my dog since she was a pup and have always taken great care of…read moreher. I cannot stress enough how sincere and passionate Danielle is about dogs. She invests a lot of time making sure that she is on top of her game and 100% gets dogs. My dog was incredibly anxious from the get go and Danielle knew exactly what to do to build trust and help train her to be her best self. When grooming wasn't going so well, she took the time to teach me how to groom my dog. When I travel my dog stays with her, has a ball and comes back and sleeps for a week. She now is walked by her staff, Anna and adores her as well. We affectionately call her Aunty Danielle in our household.

It is tough to properly articulate how wonderful Bark Around is. Business owner, Danielle, started…read moreassisting us almost three years ago with our energetic, fearful and sickly 6 week old puppy that we were completely overwhelmed by and misguided about during the adoption process. Danielle assisted in getting our dog into a daily walking routine and pointing us in the right direction for appropriate training and veterinary care. Danielle and her team was and continues to be, extremely attentive and patient to our dogs sometimes high maintenance behavioral needs. She has also been invaluable in reinforcing our dogs training and encouraging us to foster a healthy, positive relationship with our dog. This high standard of service is also expected with her awesome employees, it is obvious who is a Bark Around employee around town, attentively walking a small group of calm, happy dogs. We moved to the suburbs a year ago and have yet to find a trust worthy dog walking service that compares to Bark Around, so much so that battling an hour of traffic into the city is well worth it for weekend boarding. I have recommended Bark Around to many,many old neighbors and friends and will continue to do so.

All furbabies and their parents are lucky in Boston area to have Furry Styles…read more Wish Krusty and I could move to Cambridge. Stefani, the owner of Furry Styles, previous owner of Tefani & So. Dogcare in San Francisco, and mom of two golden retrievers, Rossi and Lars, is the savior for us when I was looking for daycare for Krusty back in 2021. I guess all dog parents have their own challenges with their dogs. Krusty is lovable and smart, but she is sometimes moody and protective of her mom. However, Stefani always focused on her positive side and potential and helped Krusty to be better K9 citizen in last 3-4 years while we were with Tefani. Even though Krusty is very picky with human and other dogs, Stefani quickly became her favorite person and Tefani was her favorite place to go every morning. The pictures with Krusty's big smile, which Stefani shared with me every day, always made my day while I was at work. Sometimes, I am not sure how Stefani remembers all details about Krusty, but, Yes, she remembers everything. She knows whether Krusty needs more attention or some space. She communicates with me if there is any I have to be aware of. She took care of Krusty like her own dog with lots of love while I was away. Even though Krusty is very sensitive with others who try to touch her paws or butt, Krusty trusts Stefani for grooming and Stefani knows Krusty so well that she always provides best haircut for Krusty that fit into her lifestyle. We are still sad that Stefani moved to Boston. We miss her so much.

From the owner: At Furry Styles, we believe every dog deserves a pampering experience tailored just for them. Our…read moreapproach focuses on creating a calm and loving environment that helps your pup feel safe, relaxed, and fun during their grooming session. No crate time, no cage drying, no force drier drying, nothing but a wholesome SPA session our fur babies deserve. After working with dogs for over 10 years and raising many of our own, we strongly believe each pup deserves personalized care that fits their individualized personalities and styles. This will not only ensure a smooth grooming experience, but also create an enjoyable and trusted relationship through positive reinforcement. Home is ultimately the most comfortable place to foster this relationship through our services. And the grooming process is totally a state of art.

We have used Fetch for years. They are extremely dependable, good at communication and only use…read morepositive reinforcement for training. My dog has also boarded with Fetch, with great success. Highly recommend!

We came to Mel weary after bad experiences with prior, inexperienced walkers. Mel came in, quickly…read morebuilt rapport with our anxious rescue pups, and had them (and us) at ease in no time. We even told her not to bother walking on of our two dogs due to her demeanor and lack of interest, and Mel wouldn't take no for an answer-she had both dogs off the couch with her in no time. Our dogs not only became better behaved with Mel, but overall happier and easier to walk for us as well. Dave then took over our walks without missing a beat-you won't find anyone more knowledgeable nor dedicated to his clients and their dogs. If we could've taken them with us when we moved out of Somerville, we would've in a heartbeat.

Always take great care of our pup! He comes back exhausted and clearly after a lot of fun. The…read morestaff is always nice and approachable. Availability works well with our variable schedules and is easy to do online.

I highly recommend this place for your fur babies I got a…read morelast minute work appointment during my trip in Boston and I was looking for a place to leave my dog for one day, I wasn't sure if I was choosing the right place due to some of the reviews, however they were beyond my expectations; they help me accommodate him at the last minute and keep me posted all the time about him and even gave me helpful tips to keep him calm for our upcoming road trip. My baby had a great time and I will definitely bring him back when I am back in the area. Thanks a lot

I've boarded my cat with Cat's Pajamas Inn on two occasions, and Patty is outstanding! Both times…read morePatty took great care of my cat and sent me regular updates. Each cat gets their own condo in a large room attached to Patty's home, and Patty takes each cat out (one at a time) to play with them. I'll definitely be brining my cat back here in the future.

I went to visit this place to meet the owner and see what it was like with the intent of…read morepotentially having my 6 mo. old stay there for a couple of days. It was clean. Patty, the owner seemed lovely. I wasn't thrilled about the size of the crates 6x4, but figured we could do a trial run for 1 night before his actual stay. We agreed on a day and time for me to bring my cat and the day before she asked if I could come at 9:00am instead of 9:30am because she was heading out for 2 hours at 9:15!! WHAT?? She thought nothing of having me bring my cat who had never been there before, shove him in a crate and the leave right after he gets there for 2 hours? The whole point of me bringing him was for her to meet him, see how he does. When I asked if it might be better to bring him later that day when she would be around, she said no I'm having company!! Again WHAT?? How much attention and time was she planning on spending with my cat who would probably have been frightened as can be. I would NEVER bring my cat there and I'm so happy that I learned what she's truly all about beforehand. Looks can be deceiving!!

Chewie the Shorkie goes here for haircut/grooming/wash/nail trim - the works! We specifically visit…read moreFatima and leave Chewie under the care of Sandy Paws for about an hour or so. The facilities are clean and well-lit, so I immediately felt safe about leaving him. Sandy Paws also offers a BYOD wash, I think that's super awesome, although I haven't taken advantage of this service yet. Please be specific of what kind of cut you want for your loved dog! I read other reviews where people complained, if you don't specify, it does not help anyone's case. We usually get a puppy cut/trim for Chewie, I find that he looks his best like this. Anything shorter, he looks like a chihuahua LOL. Show the groomer a photo! Call ahead as they're usually booked in advanced. You'll quickly see why. They also sell a variety of treats, dog harnesses, poop bags, the works! After looking around the shop, and possibly grabbing a bite to eat next door, they'll give you a call and let you know that your little fur baby is good to go! We always get Chewie back smelling fantastic, tail wagging, and a cute little seasonal bandana. Our pup is happy, and we are happy. If you want a nice, clean, safe place for your pup to be groomed - this is the place to be.

Great service love the groomers they always do a nice job on my dog never have a problem making an…read moreappointment I definitely recommend them!

I wouldn't board my two small dogs anywhere else! The dogs get picked up and returned home. They…read morehave large outdoor areas where they can run, and the dogs sleep in the living room, not in crates. The owners are outstanding.

I don't usually write reviews, but I feel it's important to share what happened after boarding my…read moredog here. When I picked him up, he seemed unusually withdrawn and upset -- something I've never seen in him before. A couple of days later, he became protective of his food and even bit me, which has never happened in the past. This behavior change makes me question how he was treated or what kind of environment he was in during his stay. I wish I had more transparency about how the dogs are handled and supervised. For anyone considering this place, please make sure you ask detailed questions about their care routines and how they manage stress or behavioral issues. I'm honestly heartbroken and won't be bringing my dog back.

Doggie Trail (Kate and company) are absolutely the BEST! They take care of my dog (Kasha) as if she…read morewere their own baby and treat her like a member of their family. I work some really challenging hours and anytime I've needed additional walks, support or even last minute overnight care in the case of a family emergency, Kate and her team were there. She is kind, gentle and loves my dog with all her heart. I am so grateful to Kate and her team and cannot recommend Doggie Trail with enough enthusiasm!

Caring and professional service! Kate and her walkers have…read morebeen taking care of Bailey for over 6 years. We would never use another service. She loves dogs and has never let us down. Bailey is a large breed and can look intimidating to people who see her for the first time. Kate's walkers have always been very good with her and she barks and runs around in excitement when she hears them coming. I highly recommend Doggie Trail. Kate is a wonderful person.