LDC has been a staple in our lives since they first opened their doors. Unfortunately on May 22nd…read morethey will be closing their doors. They have hosted holiday events, bingo, pool parties, fashion shows, and numerous dog family friendly events. The two owners made everyone feel like they were a part of the family. The indoor and outdoor dog friendly areas were so large that it never felt cramped or crowded. The food and drinks were flavorful from the strawberry matcha to the pumpkin spice martinis! We loved the steak breakfast sandwich and brisket waffle fries. We will miss LDC!

We absolutely love visiting LDC! The owners, Adam and Diana are the sweetest people you could ever…read moremeet. They know everyone single person and dog by name, so you automatically feel so welcome, the moment you walk in. We love the fact that our family - pup included - is welcome to hang out both inside the cafe and also on their pat Their food and drinks are fantastic! They serve everything from muffins and sandwiches to lattes and beer/wine. Their patio space is so great and it's so convenient that their dog park area is right there too!

My family has brought all their pets here for probably over 20 years - since I was a kid for sure…read more The people have always been friendly and helpful. They really understand that Every animal is different and that what works for one may not work for another. Recently we switched to a different vet due to moving, but the rest of my family still brings their pets here. Though the rooms are small, they work for what you need. There is plenty of wait space and seats, though they usually don't take long to get you in a room. They are always happy to provide advice and really take your pets best interest to heart. The prices at this location however are about double, if not almost triple, what I pay at my new vet office closer to home. You can quickly rack up $300-$400 bills for one animals' yearly checkup/shots. I can take my two dogs and cat to the new office and pay under $300 for the same yearly checkup/shots. This is what got the rating reduced to 4 stars. If I ever moved back to the area, I would gladly come back to this Vet office, but the savings at the new location just can't be passed up.

All they try to do is get your bill as high as they can. I've had two senior animals they've…read morediagnosed wrong, one had cancer but they said it was a mouth infection and made our poor girl go through ridiculous surgeries back to back for no reason. we had to go to a specialist and they immediately knew it was cancer... we had to put her to sleep not very long after. Now our other senior animal they've diagnosed wrong said she had a thyroid issue so she was on medication for that for years...turns out she doesn't have that issue she has stage 2 kidney disease. we had to go to another vet for them to run tests accurately and get that diagnoses. They only care about how much money they can get you to spend every time I've been there my bill has never been below $600 because they over sell you on everything and don't tell you the price till you get to the checkout. i highly recommend Martins veterinary hospital they're the best I wish I would've gone there sooner they actually care about your animals and try to help them.

I walked into a local gem. If you like small, local, and eclectic, then Welcome!…read more I was looking for some specific Finch bird seed for a birthday present. I knew Diehl Feed South was close by. So, I decided to stop by. It was little like an Alice in Wonderland experience. Zoe the Cat peered at me atop a shelf by the front door - silently inspecting me, assessing my usefulness with the lazy blink of an eye, and immediately categorizing my character on behalf of her Proprietress as non-threatening, and thus free to browse the Wonderland that was her home. The store itself is just brimming from floor to ceiling and wall to wall. This is not a place for small children to run wild or adults who are cringe at one thing out of place. This is a place for folks who love slow shopping, almost forgotten small shops, controlled chaos, eclectic interests, hidden treasures, and all that celebrates the outdoorsy natural world. Diehl's has a little bit of this and that - from pets' treats and toys, to bird watching, feeding, and housing, to helping the bees and butterflies, to outside chimes, flags, and decorations, to gardening gadgets, to small animal feed, and more... I wandered the tiny aisles carefully, searching amid the crowded shelves like they were a Wonderland Maze - and cautiously because they are a bit precarious. Every inch and corner had something of curiosity or interest. I was there for a specific purpose though. Like Alice, I went down the proverbial Rabbit Hole, and began searching for my birdseed birthday treasure. With so much inventory, and so little knowledge of Finches, I decided to ask the Lady of the store for help. The Proprietress... well, you just need to meet her and chat! I was in the presence of an Elder who Knows Things and has the Power to Change the World for Good. She may be tiny in stature but definitely big in personality and full of Knowledge when you ask the Questions. She did not stop moving and working during my entire visit. Yet, she was very friendly and chatty as she multi-tasked, hefting heavy bags of feed and misc product around that weighed more than she did. She advised me on the selection of birdseed. We were supervised the entire time by Zoe, who must have deigned me worthy of her attention. I was allowed to offer pets and scritches, in between her sloe-eyed blinks. I believe Zoe knighted me a worthy Wonderland adventurer -- and paying customer. You will not hear any shrill shouts of a mad Queen spewing high prices or the annoying beeps of electronic bar codes being swiped. Rather, you'll have a lovely chat with a kind Lady at the counter, working hard beyond an expected age, giving you a Decent price, and silently offering a choice to donate to local charity at the counter with a jar collecting change. And yes, I found my specific birdseed and some feeders, with the delightful customer service by the Lady. I'll be back. I love shopping local and a good Wonderland adventure. Plus, I hear there are more cats! I need more Zoe pets and to meet the rest of her Wonderland party. ;)

I get bird seed here. I like the the cats and the store. The prices are good. some merchandise is…read moreunique.

Fresh water hobbyist turned saltwater aficionado, who was looking for a local store able to help…read morewith equipment, setup, and livestock. This was the place!!! We walked in and we're treated by a staff eager to help and not up sell to make a quick buck. They set us up with a nice tank and guided us through the start up process. I tried to add items I thought were necessary (don't believe everything you read online) and was saved big bucks by the knowledgeable staff. Prices were very comparable to online and they even sold us some items at cost since we bought a complete setup. The store just feels nice, clean, and inviting. They do get busy, so expect to wait if you are looking for specific things. Take this time to marvel at their tanks and imagine what you could one day set up in your own home. It's a 45 minute drive for me and the family, but it's worth every minutes. One the weekends, I ask my son what he wants to do and the answer is always, "Visit Seascape!" I'm a customer for as long as I keep saltwater and recommend you give this place a try and let them prove they are the best is the STL area. Thanks Seascape!

Our initial experience with Seascape was 15 years ago when our son started in the hobby. We have…read morebeen doing business with Seascape since then! Recently starting in the hobby myself, Joe and staff have come into our home to set up a new saltwater tank . The tank was plumbed professionally and special care was taken to avoid risk to our home. We have been impressed with the level of knowledge and support we have received throughout the past fifteen years with water chemistry issues and would recommend Seascape as your go to LFS!

Such an amazing Business with Amazing Owners. I loved every visit I had and appreciated their…read morepatience with my indecision and tendency to ramble and overshare with my anxiety. I'm so sad that the store front is shutting down, but they will still be at farmers markets like the Arnold one with their baked dog goods, hopefully human baked goods as well. Always an amazing time and amazing products.

I tried the cookie butter latte and immediately fell in love--it tastes exactly like Biscoff…read morecookies and Trader Joe's cookie butter in drink form. So cozy, sweet, and delicious. Tilted Heads Pet Bakery is the cutest little shop, and I love that it's not just for pets. They have coffee and bakery treats for humans too, plus pet treats and gifts. The staff was incredibly friendly and made the whole experience feel welcoming and fun. It's located right off Big Bend, which makes it such an easy stop--especially if you're in Valley Park or Des Peres. Super convenient and worth the visit. The only downside for me was the lack of decaf espresso (the only decaf options were Sprite-based sodas), but I'm still excited to come back. The dirty sodas look amazing and are definitely next on my list. Overall, a great experience and an adorable spot I'll be returning to.

After a year, I discovered that I had left my comments on a Yelp page for a business with a similar…read morename. So, I'm going to simply copy/paste what I wrote then because my opinion hasn't changed. I will add that I have found better services than the other daycare facility I referred to as "my current daycare". Still ... A Howlin' Good Time is the best! (I wish I could rate this 100 Stars!) When I lived in Missouri, earlier this year, my Gracie went to A Howlin' Good Time daycare from the day she was old enough to have her Bordetella shot (at 12 weeks old). Gracie also spent several nights at A Howlin' Good Time and took advantage of their grooming services. While we were in Missouri, I knew this was a 5-Star facility and I knew my Gracie got the best love and service one could get. But I never realized how good A Howlin' Good Time is until I moved away and have used other daycare and overnight services. At A Howlin' Good Time, every staff person knows each pet's name and they know each pet's personal belongings, like harnesses, leashes, etc. At my current daycare, Gracie sometimes comes home with a nametag on her collar (which concerns me that her collar isn't removed during the day) and her name is written on masking tape and stuck to her leach (although I have my nametag on her leash and have asked them to not put masking tape on it). I always thought Gracie didn't love me as much as the Howlin' Good Time staff ... especially Adam. She was always happy to get to daycare, each morning, and not always thrilled to leave. At her new daycare, the staff processes Gracie in and out ... it's almost like she's a number in queue. And she's not so excited about being there. When I picked up Gracie from A Howlin' Good Time, she was mostly clean ... only ruffled from playing so hard with other fur babies. And best of all, she was exhausted from her day's activities. Now when I pick her up from her new daycare, she has wood chip shavings in her hair and she's a mess. At A Howlin' Good Time, potty time is outside in the cleanest environment. In addition to A Howlin' Good Time providing a clean and safe facility, they provide constant attention and entertainment. I've seen photos where the pups chase soap bubbles and play with toys ... as well as take a nap in a separate safe cubicle. They have a full day of attention and activity. The Howlin' Good Time price and fee structure is absolutely reasonable and worth every penny I paid. Gracie got a great start in life with socialization and with trusting people who gave her such loving care. There are not enough words to describe how great Michele and her staff are and how superior A Howlin' Good Time is to three other facilities I've used, since I moved from Missouri. I think Michele's next venture should be consulting with pet care facility owners so better options can be found in other cities. She certainly knows what she's doing and Gracie & I love Michele and her staff for all of the great care we got.

When contacted about their insurance because of the fire (we don't have a few grand for unexpected…read moremedical expenses laying around) we were met with radio silence as to the insurer as well as a response that there's a waiver (they won't provide a copy of) so they don't need to address our concerns. Look we get that our dog could come back with kennel cough (even if they are vaxed) or some parasite because some other dog gave them something - not that the whole building burned down (which no one told us about! Had to find out via a neighbor who happened to see it on FB). When we politely asked for their insurance info again we were met with "we don't have to answer that and we are now sending anything else to spam and will throw away any letter you send us" I don't know about everyone else but that's not how I think you run a business especially after almost killing 70 dogs.

We adopted a rescued kitten 2 years ago. The whole experience was outstanding. Sadly, this week one…read moreof our elder cats passed away. The APA staff (Todd and Isabelle) were so kind, compassionate and helpful with her remains. We are so grateful.

My dog Rocky was surrendered by someone who is not the legal owner and adopted the very next day…read morewith NO VERIFICATION, I showed them proof of ownership through documentation and microchip information. They have refused to help me in any way. I would encourage them to take accountability for their mistake. The apa shelter needs to verify ownership of these pets before adopting them out so quickly and PERMANENTLY separating a pet from its owner. I quote "The APA is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing people and pets together"

While we were walking around and exploring Cherokee street (highly recommend!!) we saw the art on…read morethis building, noticed some cats in the windows and then realized it was an actual cat cafe!! I'd been wanting to check one of these out so we immediately went inside. The first room is where you can place and order for a drink from the cafe and check in for your visit. We didn't have reservations but they were able to accommodate us without a wait. Entry was $5 per person which I felt like was a good value. There are two floors of nooks, seating and of course cats! The best interactions seemed to be the natural ones. We sat down at a table with a game of scrabble and had a couple of visitors come by. Overall happy we did it and really enjoyed our visit! This could be a place to come back to many times. Free street parking

Passed this cute cat cafe on an antiquing day and stopped in for some lemonade and some pets. All…read moreof the cats (the awake ones) were quite friendly and 100% of the cats were sweet! The facility is cute! A downstairs and an awesome upstairs with windows, a large table, chairs, and the cars who just want to get away from it all (downstairs is smaller and busier). I had a lemonade and only stayed 10-15 minutes. I'm glad this place isn't full of cushions like the other local cat cafe I have visited. I think that must help with the hair and likely the aroma too. It does smell like an animal shelter in the combination of animal + recently cleaned scents. This did not bother me. My experience was not what the first reviewer's were, nor would I mind much if it had. (No shade to Karen; she should share her opinion of the place.) Gentle reader, if the cats happen to not be "friendly" or "social," consider that they were recently rescued from the euthanasia lists at local shelters. Maybe they're not used to being in a building with so many people coming, going, and letting them all day... Or being in a room with multiple cats. Or maybe it's just what they are like. Not all cats are extroverted. They can still make great pets. They're purrfect to me! Will be back with friends!