Highly recommended! Moe and Elodie took fantastic care of our pup while we were out of town. This…read morewas our first boarding experience, so we were understandably a bit nervous, but Moe and Elodie quickly put us at ease. They were professional and provided timely responses to all of our questions. While we were out of town, they regularly sent us photos and updates so we knew Sami was well taken care of. And Leila was such a gracious host to share her home for a long weekend. Can't recommended them enough. So glad we found them. We'll definitely be using Leila Knows Best the next time we travel.

I wish there were more stars to give on this review for Leila Knows Best!…read more My Sansa is a 10 month old Soft Coated Wheaten terrier. The breed is known to be highly intelligent. Her trainer tells me that she is very stubborn with extremely high energy. She is also rebellious and constantly pushing boundaries to see what she can get away with. And I adore her. Sansa was badly injured by her first groomer at age 14 weeks, and had to have emergency surgery, plus 6 weeks of heavy sedation so she could recover. As a result she is now anxious all the time. She is jumpy and scared and ready to bite the hand that wants to leash her-mine! I had left her with a dog sitter for a weekend in September and then reserved the same sitter for the first week of November. I think that the sitter was too polite to tell me that she didn't want to deal with my Cujo-style dog. She called about 12 hours before she was supposed to show up and backed out. I am glad she did because that lead me to Elodie and Moe-"Leila Knows Best", who are THE PERFECT dog sitters. They treated Sansa like she was their own. I know how disruptive she can be, yet they never complained. She was genuinely happy there. I had to extend my trip by two nights and they accommodated her without fussing, hemming or hawing. I received several updates for the 8 days that I was away. They took her to the waterfront to play, for several walks a day and even pulled out a crate for her to sleep in because that's what she is trained to do. I didn't have to lug her crate over. Their place is spotless. They have a beautiful pooch called Leila who seems calm and well trained. Sansa clearly enjoyed her stay with aunty Elodie and Uncle Moe! To Elodie and Moe-I cannot thank you enough! I hope you'll agree to take her again. (Not soon because as Moe said-she is a dog and a half). Lol She is in puppy kindergarten now and should be much easier next time!! If you want someone you can trust with your canine baby, look no further. .

My fur baby loves her time at Playful Pack! I think the report card is so cute and not generic…read more They really know my Gizmo

I have two wonderful, year-and-a-half-old pups who I adore to no-end. Playful Pack's Rosslyn…read morefacility has been absolutely wonderful. I've utilized other day care facilities in the Northern Virginia/Arlington area, but they do not compare to Playful Pack. The staff are friendly and responsive and they instill confidence in me that my girls will receive the best care. The facility is clean and welcoming. The web-services (e.g., online portal, booking and reservations, report cards, photos, live stream) are all unmatched. Further, w/ the Report Cards, specifically, its evident that the staff are getting to know my girls. The comments and descriptions are meaningful and reflective of my pups' very different personalities (i.e., not generic). I've utilized them for day care and boarding at this point and have been very happy. I'll continue to do so increasingly as in-office-time and travel continue to pick up. I've not yet utilized bathing and some of the other services they provide, but plan to do so in the future.

They are AWESOME!!! I'm so happy that we found them. I don't know what we would've done if our…read morepaths hadn't crossed. We were a bit over our heads after we adopted a super duper high-energy (and somewhat aggressive) dog and realized the daily walks that other local dog walking companies provided just weren't cutting the mustard. She needed some real exercise while we were at work during the week and Dog Gone Tired was able to finally give her an outlet for her energy. They'll take her running, roller blading or find a place for her to run around off-leash for a few hours...It has been so great knowing that our pooch is not only getting to live a more healthy, active life, but is also in the hands of people who genuinely care for her. I really couldn't ask for more and can't recommend them high enough. They're super flexible, have unbeatable prices and best of all are OUTSTANDING with our dog (who, um, has some issues)...Seriously, they are great people and real dog lovers. If you are on the market for a dog walker or someone to watch your pup while you're out of town, Shannon and Emily (the owners of Dog Gone Tired) will make sure your dog is happy, healthy and well-cared for like it was their own.

I met Emily and Shannon tonight by chance. A dog in the neighborhood had gotten loose and I was…read morehelping his owner track him down. Shannon came out of nowhere and was able to coax and eventually capture the dog. I can tell from this brief interaction that Emily and Shannon care very deeply about Dogs, they could have easily ignored the situation but they chose to take action, and because of them a Dog was rescued and will spend tonight warm at home instead of outside in the cold. They are very good people and care about dogs- they were very knowledgeable about dogs- I am going to recommend them to all of my friends who need a dog sitter!

NOVA Cat Clinic was great when we lived in Virginia. Truly exceptional service and very…read moreprofessional staff.

I really appreciate cat-only clinics -- the staff are always so attuned to feline needs and provide…read morewonderful care. I've been taking my cat to NOVA Cat Clinic for three years and highly recommend it to other cat parents. The vets and techs are sensitive to my cat's preferences, gentle during exams, and take time to explain everything clearly. When my cat shows signs of stress, they never push; instead, they suggest coming back another day for bloodwork if needed, which makes visits much more comfortable for all of us. The clinic itself is calm, clean, and clearly designed with cats' comfort in mind. I'm so grateful to have such a compassionate and knowledgeable team caring for my cat.

Deena does an absolutely amazing job taking care of Taz at what we now lovingly call his "second…read morehome." From the very first visit, it was clear that she genuinely cares for the dogs she looks after--she treats Taz as if he were her own. Every time I drop him off at Pawadise, he's excited and wagging his tail, and I leave knowing he's in great hands. Deena provides a nurturing, structured, and fun environment where dogs can safely play, socialize, and feel at home. Taz always comes back happy, well-exercised, and ready for a nap--which tells me he's had a full day of activity and engagement with his furry friends. It's also comforting to know that Deena keeps a close eye on the dogs and is attentive to each of their personalities and needs. Finding a place that you can trust with your pet is never easy, but Pawadise has exceeded every expectation. If you're looking for a safe, loving, and reliable place to leave your dog--whether for the day or a longer stay--I couldn't recommend Pawadise Pet Sitting more highly.

Deena is obviously a pet lover. She does an awesome job in taking care of our little dog (Mini…read morePoodle/Bichon mix) Penny. Highly recommended.

I have mixed feelings about district dogs after the major incidences at some of their other…read morelocations (the flooding and animal abuse). I've only had a handful of challenging incidences with them at the Clarendon location but overall have had a very good experience. Cons: -I had to pick up my dog earlier one day (forcing me to leave work) because my dog was deemed aggressive/nippy. When I asked for footage they said they didn't have any available to show me. Yet they have a camera available in their playrooms? An incident like this never happened again. -they're somewhat poor at answering phone calls. They should have someone available at their front desk at all times but this isn't the case. Pros: -located very close to work for me -hours are long so it works great for someone like me who may get off work later in the evening. -positive experience with puppy training here with Matt!

I brought my dog to be groomed. We scheduled a 9am appointment (first of the day) and it took them…read more5 hours to finish. When we picked him up, he was bleeding on his back. When I called to speak to a manager, they said they groomer "didn't notice" the blood and apparently had arrived late (despite the appointment being available online when we booked).

Shannon at Furry Friends took incredible care of Archie, our senior rescue with separation anxiety…read more She sent daily photos and updates, which kept us totally at ease. Archie was genuinely happy with her (we have pics to prove it) and when he came home, there was no transition period at all, unlike what we've experienced with big boarding facilities. If you need a pet sitter who truly understands senior dogs and anxiety, Shannon is exceptional. Highly recommend.

Another shoutout to Shannon and company! They do a great Job of taking care of our 2 dogs and 2…read morecats on long trips or day visits. They also take care of cat litter, clean up areas, check mail, move trash cans, and keep the house tidy despite our crazy pups. They all love her work and attention to detail. Her prices are reasonable and she really tries to go that extra step every time. Highly recommend!

Brandi & Perry were amazing! Highly recommend working with them…read more We adopted a one year old mixed breed, Tuck, a few months ago. He's very sweet but started to get rambunctious to the point that my remote work felt challenging. He also started jumping or freezing when he saw other dogs on walks, and he occasionally barked or growled and men. We weren't sure if it was the start of aggressive behavior or just the result of a shelter dog that hasn't been exposed. After doing our research, we decided to do the 3 week behavior modification board and train program. We were really impressed from beginning to end. They shared a ton of information upfront, walked us through their facility (we opted to drop him off) and sent pictures and updates every evening. It became clear right away that they both have a very deep understanding of dogs, as well as a real respect and love for them. Tuck loved them! The best part was the "transition" day when Perry brought Tuck back and spent the day teaching us everything they've worked on together. We are first time dog owners so generally going in pretty blind. Perry gave us a 101 on dogs and the importance of clear and consistent communication. He talked through all of the layers of training and how/why it is effective. We felt this part was SO helpful for us to understand how to be better owners. Then we walked Tuck around the neighborhood with Perry guiding us and then spent time addressing indoor behaviors too. He was flexible and stayed until we felt comfortable with everything. This is a long review so the TLDR: finding a trainer is a big decision and investment so we wanted to get it right. Brandi & Perry were really incredible and beyond our expectations!! Truly worth every penny! Tuck has been doing really great at home and outside since being home. I've been able to work full days with him holding "place" on his cot, which would have been unheard of before!

We couldn't be more thrilled with our experience at Ridgeside K9 in Winchester, VA! We signed up…read moreour Labradoodle, Theo, with Ridgeside K9 with high hopes that they could get us back on track, and Kenny and Sarah Foster absolutely delivered beyond our expectations. From the very first interaction, Kenny and Sarah were professional, warm, and genuinely passionate about what they do. They took the time to understand the pain points that we were experiencing with our new puppy, Theo's personality and tailored their approach to fit him perfectly. I was overseas on vacation, but they shared the progress and transformation pictures and updates every day. Theo is more confident, focused, and responsive than ever. What really impressed me with Ridgeside K9 apart is the care and dedication that Kenny and Sarah brought to the 3-week transformation and the dedicated work with him. It was easy to tell this isn't just a job for them -- they truly love working with dogs and it shows in the results. Theo came home happy, well-behaved, and I could tell during the 2 hour turnover session that Theo had clearly bonded with his trainers. If you're in the Winchester and surrounding area and looking for exceptional dog training, look no further than Ridgeside K9. Ask for Kenny and Sarah -- you and your pup won't be disappointed!

In 2022 Elsa became our first family dog. We quickly realized we needed help. Carol came to our…read morerescue! Not only did she provide excellent care for Elsa while I was working, she also did an exceptional job grooming Elsa. Elsa is now 4 years old, and we have moved to Illinois. We sure miss our dear friend, Carol, and Urban Pet Paws.

We have been going to Urban Pet Paws for years. The Owner Carole is a remarkable groomer and truly…read moregifted. She also is an amazing human being with biggest heart. my pup adores her! I would highly recommend her grooming and daycare services to everyone who loves their pup!

LOVE the pics and updates we get at each and every visit! It's great to see our furbabies getting…read morealong with the pet sitters.... playing with them, letting her pet them. It's a great comfort knowing our angels are in good hands.

I've used this company for about a year and a half and have had a good experience with my dog's…read morededicated walker, but anytime a substitute walker is needed there seem to be issues. A decent example is when the substitute didn't have a key to my unit (a key which my dedicated walker has) and saw that the management office was closed (there is a sign on the door saying to push a call button to get in touch with someone from the management office), instead of calling my cell or my emergency contact, the walker just stayed in the lobby for the allotted walk time. This meant that my dog didn't get walked that day. Unfortunately, this wasn't the first time so I write this review as a caution to anybody looking for pet walking services that while this company's dedicated walkers are great, they don't have the best customer service when your walker isn't available and at the price you're paying per walk, it's unacceptable that this type of incident has happened on multiple occasions.