Our Frenchie, Bean, demanded we leave this glowing review - she absolutely loves Darrin and…read moreMichelle. They've walked her for 6+ years and every time they drop by, it's the highlight of her day. They send text updates on how she's doing and she usually gets post-walk zoomies because of all the fun she's had. And it's not just walks, when we're out of town, Darrin and Michelle are our absolute first choice to dog sit. Four paws up for K9PDX!

Michelle and Darrin have walked my dog, Olly, since he was a puppy! We had 4 amazing years of dog…read morewalks and they were the highlight of his day. We recently moved out of the area and we both shed a tear knowing that we would be leaving Michelle and Darrin. I couldn't recommend them more! Responsive, friendly and trustworthy!

Colleen, of Vancouver Dogs Gone Walking, provides both a wonderful walks service and positive dog…read moretraining. She is very oriented to making sure that your dog is exercised and happy by the end of their sessions. She is also both time conscious and flexible. Colleen shows up when she's promises but she is also willing to change times when my schedule changes, if she possibly can. Colleen also taught my old dog, literally, some new tricks. Aunt Bee can now heel, shake hands, and high-five! Her rates are the best around. You won't find a better dog service.

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LOVE Pawsitively Paws. They do house visits, walking and overnight curated dog care. Appreciate…read morethe fact that they treat my fur dogs like their own. Been with them for about a year. Highly recommend~!!!

Absolutely incredible service! I've used dog walking, cat visits, and overnight stays, and happy to…read moresay they do an excellent job at everything! They're always quick to reply, provide cute photos, and go the extra mile to make sure our animals are well cared for, even those with special needs. Highly recommend their team to watch your furry family members!

Alexis is amazing! We needed someone to check on our high-maintenance cat for a week. We're…read moreincredibly lucky to find Sits and Walks. Before we left home, Alexis came over for an orientation. Our cat hides from strangers so Alexis didn't get to meet her. I explained that our cat is a little bit wild, a picky eater, gets hairballs, and is weary of strangers. We were worried that our cat would just hide and barely eat. But after the first visit, our cat warmed up to Alexis. We received many photos of our fur baby playing with Alexis and getting her cheeks scratched, as well as daily visit reports. Our cat ate well and enjoyed her new visitor while we were away. We wouldn't hesitate to hire Sits and Walks again. Dependable, trustworthy, super nice and great communicator. Thank you Alexis!

I just need to say that years after my first review Alexis is still my go-to for caring for my cat…read more She is so reliable and kind. Brody has kidney disease and requires daily subcutaneous fluid infusions (lactated ringers). When I found out I was so worried I was going to have to board him at the vet whenever I was away, but Alexis didn't even flinch. She administers fluids to him with love whenever I am away, and I feel better knowing Brody is stress-free and comfortable at home. She keeps an observant eye out for his well-being: She'll turn on the AC or heat if the temperature is uncomfortable, administer medicine if he needs it, text me updates, and let me know if anything seems different - like a lackluster coat or change in habits. She is my best ally in his care, and I'm so grateful for her responsibility, dedication and big heart.

They used to always give you the dog walker you wanted. Now they dont listen. What happened? Past…read morefew weeks have been bad. Incorrect charges, messed up appointments, bad communication, and a friend told me they keep charging her or showing up after she cancels. New guy answering phones is disorganized.

Broken glass with food is not a good mix. I apologize for the length and I'm not usually a negative…read morereviewer but... full experience: We recently relocated to Portland from Sacramento, Ca and were so excited to find a passionate group of folks to take care of our three cats and 70lbs dog in-(our)house. We used Tails and Trails 3 times with mixed results. Important to know- you create detailed notes with the owner (Jeff) on how to access your building, routines, where leashes are, etc., etc., when you have your introductory visit. Our instructions ask that the handler only feeds the cats their canned food, nothing else. 1st time, week-long trip (June 2024)- handlers were 2+ hours late regularly. While this wasn't the biggest issue, we don't have a doggie door and that level of lateness pushed the pup's bathroom breaks longer than we're comfortable. But, we liked the service offered and adjusted how often we scheduled handler visits for the second and third visits. 2nd time, 1 week of walks while both of us were gone for longer than 8 hours (September 2024)- Great! Annie (I'm not disclosing employees' full names for their privacy) had no problems and was very helpful. 3rd time, overnight away- 4 visits requested: Sat afternoon and evening; Sun am and afternoon (October 2024)- Day 1- We left the house at 8 am and scheduled feeding/walk visits for about 1:00 pm and 6:00 pm. Around 1:25 pm, Chloe (office manager) texted me to ask if we had scheduled for 7:00 am that day. When we said we hadn't, a communication between Chloe and a handler led to the 1:00 pm visit being skipped. We talked with Chloe that evening and she said the handler would roll the afternoon and evening visits together, apologized for the miscommunication between herself and the handler, and credited our account for the mistake (all great). The handler arrived around 7:00 pm. They had a difficult time accessing the building so Chloe texted us to say the handler would hang out for a little longer before leaving if they couldn't get access. Once they did get into the building, they couldn't find the food or leash. The access information, food instructions, and where the leashes are were all in the instructions. The handler fed the pets and took the pup for a 15-min potty break. Since we were only gone for a night, we didn't book anyone to stay overnight. We considered cutting the trip short and wish we had. Day 2- Oscar was our handler. We got notifications that both visits were completed and everything seemed to have gone smoothly. When we got home, a glass jar with cat treats had been taken from the closed closet and left open on the counter. When we got home, there were treats all over the counter and SHATTERED GLASS MIXED WITH TREATS all over the floor. All three cats had engorged stomachs. While Chloe apologized and said she'd speak with Oscar the next day, we didn't hear back from Tails and Trails' manager or owner. We'll be anxiously monitoring our furbabies for a few more days.

We recently wrapped up nearly four years with The Vancouver Dog Walkers, and I can't recommend them…read morehighly enough. After welcoming our daughter at the end of 2021, we needed a reliable dog walking service for our dog, Molly. Our trainer recommended The Vancouver Dog Walkers, and it ended up being one of the best recommendations we've received. For nearly four years, Molly received two 30-minute walks each week. Now that I work from home and have taken over her walks again, I can truly appreciate the positive impact that consistency had on her well-being and behavior. Nick and Phil were both phenomenal dog walkers. They were always friendly, professional, and clearly cared about the dogs they worked with. Kris, the owner, is organized, responsive, and runs an excellent business with high standards. I also appreciate their involvement in the community. We joined their team twice for the Southwest Washington Humane Society Walk/Run events, which was a great experience. If you're looking for dependable, professional, and caring dog walkers, I would highly recommend The Vancouver Dog Walkers.

They are wonderful with my 2 dogs! I have peace of mind when I go to work because I know they will…read moretake care of my dogs so well. They always leave a little note about how the walk went. Best dog walkers in Vancouver, WA.

We can't say enough great things about Dee! When we first met her, our puppy, Paxton, was extremely…read morefearful of everything and everyone. Being new to the Vancouver area, we were nervous about finding someone who could help us socialize him and make him feel safe. From day one, Dee's patience, kindness, and understanding stood out. She has an incredible ability to read dogs and work with them at their own pace, never rushing or forcing anything. Her gentle approach allowed Paxton to gain confidence and trust in her, and in turn, the world around him. Dee isn't just a dog walker--she's a compassionate and intuitive dog trainer who truly cares about the animals in her care. Her dedication and love for what she does shine through every interaction. We're so grateful to have found her and couldn't recommend her enough to anyone looking for exceptional care for their furry family members! Thank you, Dee, for everything you've done for Paxton and for us!

From the owner: We are a mother and daughter team and have been working together for five years. Our mission is to…read moreprovide peace of mind for you as the pet parent, by providing the highest level of care for your pets.  Your pets are your family and as such they will be cared for the with utmost love, comfort and understanding. We strive to create a safe, and fun environment for all pets in our care.  As a team, we are not bound to the same working hours, so we are able to offer our clients a wider scheduling window. Our promise is to be a comfort while caring for your loved family members. You can trust our experience and dedication providing dog walking and pet sitting services at hours that are convenient for you and your family! We have been in your shoes and know what it feels like to worry about our pets when we are away from them. With nearly 50 years of experience between the two of us caring for many pets, we have gained a wealth of knowledge and expertise in caring for pets of all species, shapes and sizes.  Dee is certified by KPA in basic dog behavior and training and continues to study dog behavior, positive reinforcement training and canine nutrition. Ilona studies positive reinforcement training and plans on obtaining her KPA credentials in the future. (Karen Pryor Academy) We are fear and force free and use positive reinforcement methods when dealing with pets! We are both certified in First Aid and CPR for pets and our business is licensed, bonded and insured.

This is a long overdue review. Also, I think this is more like a thank-you letter to Jen than a…read morereview. As many others have stated, Jen is amazing. Our dog, Shaka, just loved spending time with her and the other pups she cared for. We were a little worried at first about his temperament being around others (humans and other animals) since he gets a little skittish, but he seemed to thrive there. When it was pick-up time, he was always happy and seemed to sleep very well from getting his exercise and socialize in. (He also smelled great on his longer stays. Thank you for the baths!) Jen is super flexible and communicative. We were so appreciative of this since we tend be rather spontaneous and would ask to drop him off the day before sometimes. We also would extend his stay last minute, for example, when we were taking road trips and wanted to stop for the night instead of driving all the way through a town. (Sorry and thank you so much, Jen!) Shaka has stayed over from one day to two weeks (possibly more), and each time, we've received text updates from her and even pictures of him happy with his friends. I always looked forward to those. Shaka passed away early last year, and I've been meaning to write this for a long time to say, "Thank you, Jen!" for being such a wonderful caregiver and trustworthy and friendly person overall. Dog parents, I 1000% recommend Jen.

Jen is without a doubt the we will leave our best friend with. I trust her 100%!…read moreShe is a real lover of animals. My dog returned happy and healthy.

Emma has been walking my dog Mia 2x a day, 4 days a week for 4 years. Emma is extremely dependable…read moreand responsible and has never missed a day or time. When Emma goes on vacation she plans way well in advance so I can make arrangements. Emma has gone the extra mile with things like having booties on hot days and winter booties on cold days and rain coats for rainy days. She always checks the food/water dishes. She always checks in after a walk and sends photos of their adventures. I prefer 80/20 20%sniff 80%exercise. Emma makes sure Mia gets her healthy fit care with lots of love, pets and positive attention. Emma helped me care for Mia after a surgery. She is SUPERIOR. You could not ask for anyone better to care for your precious beloved dog. Truly. That is a fact.

Emma is absolutely fabulous with all animals. She's knowledgeable and caring. Punctual and…read moredependable service. She takes the best care of my fur baby! My dog adores her.

Amazing and good! We had a special situation with a rescue dog and she was very helpful. We are…read moreglad we called her!

Paws Down and Julie stepped in when another local training facility refused to tailor a program to…read moreget my dog, Kemper, and I where we needed to go before a last minute move overseas. I am a disabled combat veteran, but do not qualify for a 'service animal' from non-profits because I do not have the 'correct' diagnosis, even though I suffer from the same exact symptoms as those with PTSD. My wife's mother, who lives in Europe, recently had a stroke and my wife has been by her side since early August. If I hope to see my wife at all over the next several years, because of her and my commitment to ensure that her mother gets the care and attention she deserves, we needed to be much closer than the Pacific NW, hence our uprooting. In order to have Kemper fly with me in the cabin on a grueling 10-hour trans-Atlantic flight, he needed some several skills which he was lacking when we adopted him from the West Columbia Gorge Humane Society after six years of being abandoned and abused, for no reason, by one owner after another. Even with his unjust and unconscionable treatment early in life, he is one of the sweetest and dogs I have ever known. Julie and Kemper quickly developed a strong bond and she was willing to work with me one-on-one, tailoring a training plan for both of us to get us where we need to be with just two months before boarding the plane. Having a Master's in Psychology, I am an expert in operant and classical conditioning, but lacked the understanding of how dogs think, so Julie was training both of us along the way. Kemper picked-up on things quickly and me, not so much, but we were compelled to get the job done and succeed in our mission, no room for error. Paws Down is not exactly cheap when it comes to private training, but Julie did not charge for travel time to our home and routinely stayed after the allotted one-hour appointment times. Yesterday, less than two months after starting with Julie, Kemper passed his AKC Canine Good Citizen test and his certificate is on the way, arriving well before we need it for travel to our new home. Thank you Paws Down and Julie for helping me ensure that my support animal and I make it safely to Europe, reuniting our family after moths apart. CombatCritic Gives Paws Down Dog Training 10 Bombs Out Of 10 And A Spot On My 'WALL OF FAME' ... More Bombs Are Better ... HOOAH!