To say that Toni at Well Done Charlie is amazing is an understatement. When we started working with…read moreToni, it was hard to imagine leaving our then 10-month-old Aussie-mix rescue alone for minutes, let alone hours. We were at a loss, but Toni expertly and compassionately created and guided us through a detailed, customized (daily) separation anxiety training program. She helped us navigate bumps along the way and her encouragement -- and visible progress -- kept us motivated over the months that we worked together. Our dog's quality of life has improved immensely, and so has ours! We're so grateful that we found Toni and were able to work with her!

Toni is exceptional. I was so lost with a sweet 2 yo coton de tulear that had been rescued a month…read morebefore covid. I had already raised my now 17.5 yo coton and didn't have a problem. Lola was my exception to the rule. By chance, I found Toni after googling and all I can say is she has been my savior. Her expertise, her patience, her knowledge and guidance not only saved Lola but saved me as well. Toni was my shoulder when I collapsed of exhaustion and frustration. How lucky we were to have found her. I more than highly recommend Toni for any issues with your pups. She is exceptional. Maxine

What a difference a day (with Atlas) makes! After just one visit with Thomas my puppy is remarkably…read morebetter behaved! I have a 8 month mini golden doodle. She's incredibly smart and before finding Atlas she was pretty well behaved but I had sort of hit a wall with her undesirable behavior (barking, separation anxiety, jumping up on people). I knew she needed better instruction than my partner and I were giving her, but knowing how social my dog is, a group puppy class didn't seem ideal. Luckily I met Atlas owner, Danny, and immediately I felt the right vibe. He seemed to have a training approach based in dog psychology, and I knew I was gonna have to think like my very intelligent dog if I was going to effectively communicate with her. I then met with Thomas (who I thoroughly enjoyed on a personal level too!) for only 2 hours and we went over a lot... all sorts of tips and tricks and it helped me to understand the overall philosophy of dog training. I was so busy going over every training mistake i had made, that I didn't even notice that Thomas was efficiently correcting her and my dog began to be on her best behavior... quietly cuddled next to me. Later on that night the change became more apparent when my partner was also like "um did you notice how obedient puppy is being?" We began joking that it's like we brought over a military school recruiter and now she's like "I'll be good! I'll be good!" We're not 100% sure which tip that Thomas gave us was so magical (but I suspect correcting the pack hierarchy was a major point) but it worked! Barking has turned into a low growl or nothing at all, she's stopped pestering us for fetch in favor of waiting for "play time", the results are kinda mind blowing! But the best part I never saw coming. Until seeing the after effects of Thomas I didn't realize how my stressed my puppy was. So now everyone in the house is happier! This is one of those business I love to support! Great people doing great work!

My dog seemed to enjoy going to Atlas, and I liked that they were open until 8:00 p.m. during the…read moreweek, but I stopped taking my dog to Atlas once they started overcharging me. Once I brought the issue to their attention, instead of correcting my account, they tried to assign blame on my card, even though they charged the very same card fourteen weekdays in a row after the alleged problem. In addition, I never received an explanation as to why some days I was charged more than others, for the very same service.  All in all, Atas Doghouse is a convenient, affordable option for doggy daycare, but you will want to be diligent about checking the charges to your credit card frequently.

Karma dog training is amazing. She takes time to actually understand you, your dog and your needs…read more She helped us understand that our dog had anxiety issues and would not be a good candidate for a board and train but rather we do individual training sessions and keep her up to date with any and all progress. Negative or positive. She was there to help with any small or big issue! Definitely the best trainer I've ever met

Retro Pupz is amazing! Retro Pupz came highly recommended by a friend after Cierra walked her pup…read more I had a last minute obligation during the day and was so stressed about what I was going to do with my 11-week old pup. Cierra came to the rescue and was soooo accommodating, even at the last minute. Since my pup is so young and can't go on true walks yet because he doesn't have all his shots, I selected the pet services. (I think that's what it's called on the site.) Cierra took my pup to use the bathroom, fed him, played and took him out again before leaving. To say I was grateful was an understatement. Like others have said, she provides updates and pics. It made me so comfortable to know he was in good hands. I can't recommend Cierra and Retro Pupz enough and will definitely be using them again!

Cierra is great!! I can always trust that my dog, Cash, will be safe on his walk and tired and…read morehappy when I get home. She sends photo text updates and is completely reliable. You and your dog will be glad you chose Retro Pupz.

Today was my dog's first day and she loved it! They have a separate area for little dogs and have…read morethem take a nap mid day. I'm so happy I found this place!

My dog LOVES DogMa - we've been loyal customers since 2018. He's so excited to be dropped off in…read morethe morning and is completely tuckered out upon pickup. I especially appreciate that the main play areas are outside (though they'll go inside in bad weather.) No frills - no cameras / livestream etc - but the staff knows him by name and I know he's safe, secure, and happy!

Leticia is an amazing dog whisperer. We have used her for dog training and regular dog walks and we…read morelove her -- and more importantly our pups do too. Her demeanor around dogs is excellent, she immediately commands their respect in a very loving way. She is also incredibly easy to work with -- very reliable and communicative. We love her. And you will too. HIGHLY recommend!

Leticia is AMAZING! She has worked with our puppies numerous times and has my vote of confidence…read more(and theirs). She is extremely friendly, easy to work with, and accommodating. More importantly, she gets FAST results! Training two puppies at once is daunting, but Leticia has made the whole process way less stressful for my partner and me, but also VERY much for our pups. Highly recommend!!

I have used MPPS several times when I travel out of town. I have 2 small dogs with a little bit of…read morepersonality issues and finding in-home care was a huge concern of mine as I recently relocated to VA. MPPS has been great every time. Trusting someone with our beloved furkids is a HUGE deal and I feel very fortunate to have found MPPS who take such great care of them when I am away. In one instance, one of my dogs became sick when I was gone and MPPS stayed with him until I came home later that day. Care like that you cant put a price on....I am very happy to refer other people to MPPS and use them again for any needs I have.

I have now used MPPS for overnight dog sitting, once for an overnight visit and once for a four-day…read morestretch (with three overnights). During the first visit, one of my dogs exhibited some agression/territorialism, which the owner reported. After the first visit I confirmed with the owner that he would be comfortable staying with our dogs for the second visit, and told him that I would completely understand if he wanted to cancel our reservation. I was grateful when he said that he would be comfortable providing services to my pets again. He left a detailed note and spoke with me over the phone regarding my dogs' behavior during his visit. Upon returning home after using the overnight services for a second time, I was disappointed that the sitter did not leave a more detailed note. The note simply indicated that everything had been fine this time. Although I was relieved to know that the dogs had been better behaved during this visit, I would have appreciated knowing when the sitter arrived and left for overnights and walks, and when the dogs had been fed. My husband and I were both surprised when, after the owner confirmed that he would be willing to work with our dogs for our second visit, he asked us to call him a day or two prior to our reservation to remind him of our reservation. However, I absolutely must commend the owner for the following: prior to our first visit, he informed me that he asks all of his clients to call him to check in when they arrive at home. This way, he knows that the pets for which he was responsible are now in their owners' care. If he does not hear from the owners and/or cannot reach them he will return to provide necessary services to the pets and bill the owner for them. It set my mind at ease to know if an emergency arose, my dogs would be cared for. During our new client consulation, the owner stated that he did not like to make himself at home at his clients' houses. He was true to his word and even stripped the sheets off the guest bed and left them neatly folded in the guest room! Additionally, kudos to the owner for reviewing his Yelp! reviews. After he came across my first one, he called to discuss my concerns with me and was very responsive!

I can not recommend Scott and Suzy at Dogs by Dancer highly enough. They are thoughtful and…read moreprofessional and my dog loves Scott and is always so excited to see him. I had such a great experience, I am going to send our other dog to Scott. Scott clearly cares about the dogs, is proactive with outreach and has also followed up regularly to see how my dog, Taco, is doing post-training. Taco had several behavioral issues and is so much better, calmer and more confident after his board and train. The follow up group classes are such huge bonus. If you are looking for effective and professional training by someone who clearly loves dogs, Scott Dancer is your guy.

I do not recommend Dc dog wizard, "Dogs by dancer" or any dog training program by Scott Dancer…read more Scott made unsafe choices for the dogs in his care. My dog was returned to me covered in feces/urine. The progress I made with my dog's challenges is gone due to whatever occurred with Scott. Communication was unclear & poor, Scott was incredibly unprofessional & disorganized. Save your money & go elsewhere.

We've taken our 12-year-old Yorkie, Presley, to City Dogs twice now, and unfortunately we won't be…read morereturning after what happened at his most recent grooming on October 8. Presley's first haircut here was fine, shorter than expected on the face but it grew out nicely. This 2nd time we asked for the exact same length, but his face was left noticeably longer. 2 weeks later, his bangs are already covering his eyes. That alone would not have warranted a review, but what happened afterward absolutely does. Presley was dropped off healthy and alert. When my husband picked him up, staff said everything "went fine." But once home, Presley was unsteady on his back legs and refused food, treats, and water. We called City Dogs immediately, and the information we received was inconsistent. On the first call, we were told his nails hadn't been trimmed. On the second, we were told they had been as part of the full grooming package (would have been fine, we were just trying to understand what could have caused his sudden discomfort). We were also told, for the first time, that Presley "didn't want to stand" and had been "nipping." That alone raised a brow for us. Presley is 12, and in all our years of taking him to vets and groomers, we have only ever been told he is calm and gentle. Even in moments that make most dogs anxious, like rectal exams, he stays still and sweet. Hearing that he was agitated or refusing to stand instantly told us something must have been off that day. It also should have signaled to City Dogs that something was wrong. If a consistently calm dog suddenly becomes uncooperative, that is a sign of distress and should have prompted a call before continuing the grooming. When we finally reached the grooming manager, (also the groomer), the conversation became incredibly frustrating. From the start he was defensive, speaking over us and focusing more on protecting City Dogs' reputation than on helping us understand what might have happened. To be clear, we weren't being accusatory. We weren't blaming anyone or suggesting he intentionally hurt Presley. We were trying to figure out what could have happened in those few hours that might explain why our otherwise active dog suddenly could not walk properly. Instead, he grew irritated, pointing out that we had spoken to two other staff members, (completely out of our control), and repeatedly insisting he "would never hurt a dog, especially a senior dog." We never suggested he would, we just wanted clarity. He interrupted often, dismissed questions, and even claimed we were the ones being defensive. Any pushback on our part came only from asking him to let us speak. It felt like we were being treated as an inconvenience rather than concerned dog parents. When I asked if it was normal not to call an owner when a dog refuses to stand or shows distress, he said it was not uncommon, especially for "older dogs with arthritis." That didn't make sense as Presley has never been diagnosed with arthritis or shown symptoms. At one point, he also claimed we had accused him of giving Presley medicated food, when all my husband asked was whether Presley might have eaten anything while there. The manager ended the call by telling us to monitor Presley for 24 hours and make sure he was drinking water. When my husband explained that Presley was not eating or drinking at all, the manager finally said that was "concerning" and promised a follow-up call the next day. No one has called. Presley's stiffness lessened after the first day, but he continued walking unbalanced for several days afterward. The entire experience was very disappointing. We weren't looking to blame anyone, we were trying to understand what happened and make sure Presley was okay. Instead, we were met with evasion and indifference. Accidents can happen anywhere, but how a business responds afterward defines its integrity. In our case, City Dogs failed to respond with basic care, accountability, or compassion, and that is why Presley will not be returning.

Absolute nightmare. Do not bring your pups here…read more Staff are rude and incompetent. I ended up leaving rather than trusting our pup to their care. We've tried to use this groomer a few times now and always have terrible experiences.

Saving Grace Petcare is the BEST. A local small business that takes wonderful care of pets. We use…read moreSaving Grace for cat sitting when we are out of town. Selena who takes care of Meru always writes little notes of how he is and leaves them for us daily (sometimes even sends a photo as well!). We have had Selena for all of our visits, which is really nice that it's the same person going to your apt. each time and not a different person who doesn't know your pet. The price tag is well pretty on par with other pet sitting services in the area as I researched ahead of time. I've found that they go out of their way to answer emails or calls quickly, which is especially important with last minute trips. Their online booking is pretty straightforward and easy to navigate. It would be great if they got a phone app, but the web version is fine especially for a small business. Highly recommend if you are looking for petcare for your dog or cat. They are in Cap Hill, Brookland, and NoMa.

Saving Grace has saved me as well!! Hard to get out early since retirement!! Jim, at Saving Grace…read moreis the dog walker I depend on. More importantly my dog Bella does too. She waits for him. How does she know time?!?! She may bring him a toy too. As my dog and I grow older together, it's good to know we have a friend taking that morning walk with her. Saving Grace and Saving Bella.