Five Stars! I've…read morebeen sending my dog Kaya to Pacific Paw for nearly a year now, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. Kaya started with some anxiety around other dogs and had a tendency to pull on the leash, but the transformation since joining Pacific Paw has been incredible. Thanks to their skilled and patient staff, Kaya's walking behavior has improved dramatically. She's now much more comfortable around other dogs, and it's been heartwarming to see her build friendships and enjoy her time out on the trails. She especially looks forward to her 2-hour walks and daycare time with her doggy pals! Every staff member at Pacific Paw is not only friendly and communicative but also impressively knowledgeable when it comes to dog behavior. You can tell they genuinely care about the dogs they work with. A special shoutout to Michelle, the owner--she's been amazing to work with. I even booked private lessons with her to learn how to walk my dogs while managing a stroller, and her guidance made a world of difference. Pacific Paw has played such a positive role in Kaya's life. She's thriving, happy, and so much more confident. I wholeheartedly recommend Pacific Paw to any dog owner looking for experienced, compassionate, and professional care for their pup. Thank you, Pacific Paw!

We can't say enough amazing things about Deb and Michelle!! We have LOVED having our little Lucy be…read moreapart of their pack walks twice a week! Every walker they have apart of the Pacific Paw team might be the friendliest most kind humans in Santa Cruz! Lucy comes home exhausted and in such a great mood. They give your dog so much Love! Michelle one of the owners is an amazing trainer who gave us so many tips and tricks to correct a few minor behavior issues with Lucy. They also write a cute daily report and always send amazing photos of your pup and where they walked that day! Highly Recommend Pacific Paw to any dog owner!

Ashley watched my beloved dog Radley when we went on a vacation to Alaska a few weeks ago. To say…read moreI am protective of my dog is an understatement, so leaving him with anyone was tough. However, Ashley's screening process -not just with my dogs, but the dogs he would be staying with - ensured he was in a safe and healthy environment while we were gone. She goes through multiple steps to ensure that dogs aren't just physically, but also emotionally, safe while their owners are gone. As Radley has some anxiety issues, Ashley worked with us to prepare him for any potential issues he may have - which thankfully he didn't! If you want your dogs to be cared for, played with and honestly loved while you are away, Ashley should be your go to. I don't trust my dog with just anyone and the relief I felt each day with the pictures and updates allowed us to relax and enjoy our vacation. Radley didn't want to come home when we picked him up hahah! This is a great business with an individual who is knowledgeable about dogs and provides a safe haven for traveling owners to leave their pets. Will definitely use Ashley again!!!

Just the facts. Our…read morepup is 8 months old. Our plans were to travel abroad for 2 weeks. What to do? We considered boarding w/ established kennels, but wanted something more personal, bespoke. Among others, we were referred to Ashley Scontriano. We paid Ashley for numerous pre-trip visits, a few hours each, to acclimatize our pup, and allow Ashley to determine if he'd be a good fit. We valued her opinion and trusted her judgement. We received the thumbs up, with less than a week to go before our trip. Ashley agreed to care for our pup while we were out of the country. What a relief! We dropped our pup with Ashley, the morning of our departure, excited for our vacation. Less than 24 hours later, already 2k miles away, we received a text from Ashley which began "Please think of a plan B..." A plan B?? We had cancelled our plan B when Ashley gave us the green-light, prior to departing. The message continued, and I paraphrase, that our pup kept her up all night, crying, and she just couldn't take it. She didn't see that coming? Separation anxiety from a puppy, the first night away. She's a "dog professional?" What to do?! We'd cancelled our plan B, and wouldn't ask friends to take on a puppy for 2 weeks. Thankfully, Ashley had a possible solution -- we could pay her $200/day for "doggy boot camp!" HA! And I wonder how often that has worked with other clients -- too busy, too wealthy to say no? We called Beds & Biscuits. Fortunately, as our initial plan A, we'd completed the pre-reqs and they were able to accommodate our puppy. Glowing progress reports, too, from his stay with them -- yes, a needy puppy, craving attention and love, something they provided him. Something we thought Ashley had agreed to provide him. Instead, she wanted more money, after agreeing to watch him, and proposed drugging him to "better manage his anxiety." And so, after spending $$$ on Ashley's pre-trip evaluations, delivering our puppy into her care, and flying 2k miles away, Ashley reversed course, bailed...his "separation anxiety" (one night in) was too much, but it wouldn't be too much if we'd pay her $200/day? No thanks. And now she's demanding $130 more for the day/night she "cared for" our puppy. Ashley has said that WE didn't do enough before departing -- that the time at her home was insufficient, that she was "set up to fail." As a "dog professional," wasn't this something she should have, could have flagged BEFORE we departed? She didn't -- she assured us our pup would be well cared for, that he was settling in just fine. And then we departed, flew 2k miles, and without a conversation texts us "Please think of a plan B..." Incredibly unprofessional. Lacking completely in scruples and integrity. Further -- if you care at all about who you're entrusting your dog to, the quality of the human being -- who you're giving your money to -- then please do what we should have done, prior to this whole mess. Google Ashley Scontriano. https://goodtimes.sc/santa-cruz-news/news/nuz-pro-tip-dont-defend-racism-social-media/ https://www.indybay.org/newsitems/2018/11/03/18818730.php

Anika does a great job with my labradoodle. Very meticulous. Van is very clean. She's punctual…read moreand best of all sweet with my dog.

We were 10 minutes late for our new kitty appointment and they refused to see us. "That's the…read morepolicy". We called stuck in traffic they said we would need to be there within 10 minutes of our appointment time in order to be seen. We made it in the door at 10 minutes past and they refused to see us. We have been coming here for at least 30 years and this is how we are treated. We will never come back again. Taking all our business elsewhere.

$38 to have my birds nails trimmed is very expensive for a bird owner. Especially when it takes…read moreless than 10 minutes or $228 per hour for nail trimming.

Before I met Krystal, I couldn't walk my dog because he was so aggressive toward other dogs…read more Within no time, we were able to join a class with 8 or more other dogs, and to walk everywhere. Krystal is amazing! My dog Milo and I will be forever grateful.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Thriving Vine Canine has been a lifesaver. I knew I would be writing a 5 star…read morereview right away! We have been working with Krystal for only a couple months and my dog has become more self confident, engaged and less leash reactive. As an anxious dog mom, I know my fur child is in safe hands at Thriving Vine. We have also attended group classes, and will continue to do so. As an owner, I feel more confident about my own role in my dog's training journey. Please check out their Instagram @thrivingvinecanine if you're not yet convinced! Also- there anything better than supporting a *local* *woman owned business*? Photo Credit to @thrivingvinecanine

Most importantly, I trust Kim, of Ready Pet Go, in my home and with my pets. My dogs are my kids…read more It's tough to trust just any, random person to be in my home, as well as, take great care of my fur babies. Kim is, simply, amazing with my dogs. She, truly, loves what she does and it shows. I can never thank her enough for the care she provides.

i have been following this service (Ready Pet Go!) for well over a year now and Kimberly Ann is the…read moremost reputable pet service in the county and beyond...rain and shine i see her canvassing this mountain community and trekking some pretty extensive miles with her 4 legged companions running briskly by her side...if heathy outdoor exercise is what you are hoping for your pet, Kimberly is your girl!...she is caring and trustworthy and she doesn't just share her day with these fur babies...she shares her smile...(see her facebook page!)...Kimberly is a pet-foster care parent and home placement trainer for dogs, so her heart is already in the right place..and her devotion toward animals and respect for nature is what makes her such a rare and valuable find...'Ready Pet Go!' should be your only choice in home pet care!...there just isn't anyone better~

Ethan took care of our Drake along with my daughter's dog over the holidays in our home. He is…read moretruly a dog whisperer and even took pictures with him so we knew he was in good hands! Ethan was caring, professional and Drake was excited to see him (which is not the case with everyone Drake meets)! We will definitely be using Barks and Recreation again!

Ethan from Barks and Recreation just picked up My dog…read moreShelby for the 20th time, a twice a week romp on the beach . ( I'm on crutches for 2 months) I just now was thinking how completely safe and comfortable I feel with Shelby in his care, and how positive and pleasant he is each time I see him. Lightens my day too. He is such a gentleman, and so committed to Shelby's care. Ethan is always punctual, and Shelby walks by his side like a trained dog! Amazing. She consistently responds to each gentle requests he makes of her. I highly recommend him to you. You have hit the jackpot!

Hey all you amazing puppy parents out there. Please take a moment and reach out to Gail & Mo your…read morepet care people. They truly are the most incredible home and pet sitters. They go above and beyond with the care that they give. The love that they give to your pets as well as all your home needs while you are any, either at work or out of town for any period of time. They take detailed notes about what your pets need and pay attention to the routines that they need. Example: We recently went out of town for a week and of course nervous as any pup parent would be to leave the pups behind. I have a huge yard that needs a lot of watering and care. Gail and Mo not only made it fun and kept the puppies happy but they gave my yard so much love. They even cleaned the house better than it was when we left. These amazing women are very professional and give 110% and then some. I highly recommend them to anyone. I truly feel like there is no one else I will ever trust to watch our pups. Upon returning home our puppies were so happy and acted like they were at camp this past week with no cares in the world. They absolutely love their new aunties Gail and Mo. Thank you so much Gail and Mo you both are hard workers with the biggest hearts.

Great ladies, always on time, my dogs love them! This is a great local business worth supporting.read more