Cooper always has fun at daycare . We always get a report card and pictures.. Everyone there is so nice read more

Wags & Ruffs - Coopers first grooming at 6 months old - Pet Boarding Near Me - San Diego, California

We have two wonderful pups with very different personalities. Ruth is our 11 year old English Mastiff who loves to sleep and lounge all day and doesn't love being around other dogs. Walter is our new English Bulldog pupperoni (11 months) who loves to be around other dogs, though still learning Ps and Qs. We wanted to find a new daycare for them and came across this lovely place on yelp. I emailed them to set up a visit and they were very nice and accommodating. Everyone is sweet, you can tell they love our animals and they are professional. We stopped in on a Saturday morning and were able to check out the play area from the window in the lobby (also watched the video on their website) and they let us into the suites area since there were no dogs in there. When Ruth stays for the day, she stays in their suite and probably loves the break from Walter. Walter goes into the playgroup with the other pups. They asked for all the vaccinations and will ask for updated vaccines as well, which we love and feel very comfortable with. We know we stay up to date with everything and we want to be sure our pups are around other pups that have everything updated as well. We love the report cards. Especially since Walter is so young, we like to see how he is doing with the other dogs. I added some of the pics from their recent visit. Just look how happy he is and Ruth loves the big suite and comfy bed. We are very happy with this wonderful daycare. read more

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UPDATED REVIEW!!!! I've been bringing my dog to Wags & Ruffs for over a year, and the transformation in his behavior has been nothing short of incredible. When I first rescued him, he was shy, timid, and had a hard time warming up to people and other animals. Thanks to the unwavering love, care, and reassurance from the wonderful staff at Wags & Ruffs, he has really come out of his shell and now loves making new friends and thrives in a social environment. He's made the best of friends there, both with the staff and the other dogs, and it's clear that he looked forward to every visit. Wags & Ruffs also offers amazing enrichment options that you can add to daycare or overnight stays, and my dog absolutely loved them. His favorite activities were snuggle times and outdoor fetch sessions -- it was clear they went the extra mile to make his time there both fun and fulfilling. As I recently moved away from San Diego, the hardest part has been saying goodbye to Wags & Ruffs (for now!). The bond they've created with my dog means the world to me, and I am beyond grateful for everything they've done. They're incredibly communicative and make it so easy to reach out with any questions or concerns. I especially loved receiving detailed report cards and photos after each visit -- it always made me feel so connected to my dog's day, even when we were apart. I recommend Wags & Ruffs to everyone I know with a pet -- they're a phenomenal daycare, and I will always be thankful for the care and love they've shown my dog. read more

Wags & Ruffs - Pet Boarding Near Me - San Diego, California

The staff is incredible and so loving. My little Minnie is a very shy, timid dog and they are so warm and loving. She's always so excited for her time there. Great communication with staff. read more

I don't know what they do to these dogs all day, but my little maltipoo rushes that gate every time we return! He can barely contain himself once he realizes we're back for more fun! At other daycares, he suction cups his feet to the ground as soon as they try to take him back, which always broke my heart. Not here though! He can't wait to leave me! Haha...The staff could not be any kinder and clearly my dog feels safe and secure in their hands. I even participated in the mobile teeth cleaning that came through a few months ago, and that was a success too. I know their prices can be a touch above the average for the area, but I think the more personal environment they curate makes it worth it. Their report cards are also the stuff of legends! That $2 extra is worth it people! My only critique, is that, for where they're located, I'm surprised they don't offer a military or comparable discount. That's it. Otherwise, I will keep coming back! read more

Wags & Ruffs - Pet Boarding Near Me - San Diego, California

I was visiting out of town and needed somewhere for my dog to hang out while we were exploring SD. The process to set up daycare with simple and quick! The report card was nice and I loved getting photos of my dog throughout the day. I'd definitely bring him back here if I visit again. read more

Where do I start, Wags and Ruffs is just the BEST place for dogs that you could ever imagine! We had our dog Abby there recently for a 4-night stay and she had the BEST time! We got pictures and reports and the staff is top-knotch! I can't think of one piece of feedback for them, they truly go the extra mile and I am IMPRESSED to say the least (and I am a really tough critic)! read more

They take great care of our English Bulldog. He is excited to go and reluctant to leave, which I believe is a good measurement.

Another fun day for my Gia at Wags & Ruffs! I have been taking her for a few years now and going to see our Wags fam is the best part of Gia's day. She vocalizes her excitement before we even get close and she can't wait to get out of the car and go see her friends. Jen and her team are absolutely WONDERFUL! I know Gia is getting the best care while she's there, and the team is so good with her (even when she confuses the water bowl for a shallow swimming pool!). The report cards, photos, and recaps always make my day. Thank you, Wags & Ruffs, for being so amazing each and every time we see you!! X0 read more

I've been brining my cavapoo Watson to Wags & Ruffs for years now! They are so sweet with him and he just loves going. 10/10 recommend!!! Kim is the best :) read more

This review is long overdue but as I am enrolling my dog back in our home daycare, I was reminded that I never shared my feedback which, unfortunately, is in stark contrast to the majority. I brought Rosie here semi regularly in September/October of 2021. My experience here reaffirms my belief that you should never take your dog to a daycare where you can't monitor live camera footage at least part of the day. First red flag: they wouldn't let me tour the facility. In fact, when I asked, the front desk person looked at me like I had two heads. Second red flag: for nearly $40/day, your dog gets no outdoor time. That costs extra. Third red flag: one afternoon when picking Rosie up, I heard a dog who sounded suspiciously like my dog yelp really loudly. When walking to the car, I realized that she was limping hard- like not bearing any weight on one of her legs. I picked her up and went back inside and asked the employee who brought her out if she had accidentally stepped on my 13 lb dog's paw. She flat out said no. Final red flag: The last two times I brought Rosie here, she would start shaking as soon as she saw me get dressed for work. To the staff's credit, they did tell me that she was very nervous and hid under one of the beds all day. That was the final straw. I have no idea what went on behind those "closed doors," but it certainly wasn't the right environment for my dog. If I had to make an educated guess, I assume the space is incredibly small and the dogs aren't separated adequately by size and temperament, and that my normally non confrontational timid dog was subjected to near constant unwanted contact. Not all dogs want to play and rough house so if that sounds like your dog, this probably isn't the place for you. Response to owners comment: my dog went to Dogtopia of Alexandria, VA multiple days a week, including overnight boarding, from 2018-2021 without incident. My dog is not the problem. read more

What a great place! Took my dogs for temperament testing day. They did great. They were happy when they came home. The staff sent a very nice report card on their behavior. Now, I'm all set up for when they need care. When I needed help setting appointments, they were very patient and helpful. Easy to reach on the phone, too. That is not always the case these days. Thank you, wags and ruff's staff. read more

Wags & Ruffs is the best doggy daycare! Our dog, Ziggy, LOVES this place which makes it so much easier when we're traveling. All of the employees treat him like their own pup which is so rare to find. I am obsessed with the daily report cards filled with personalized messages and photos. Even my friends & family don't provide me with as many updates I have recommended many people here but realized I never wrote an official review. If I could give 10 stars, I would. read more

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I'm not sure who loves Wags & Ruffs more... me or my pup... all the tail wags when we pull up (he doesn't even say bye to me!)... and the photos and report cards... bring me pure joy. We recently moved but I will still drive across town so he can hang with his crew. Love you all! read more

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Murphy (my husky mix) always has a blast at Wags. We are happy with the smaller play groups and although small, she comes home exhausted every time. The staff is friendly and helpful. Their response time is impeccable. And the report cards that we get each visit are gold! As always, thank you for taking care of my gal! read more

Wags & Ruffs - Pet Boarding Near Me - San Diego, California

Thank you Kim and the amazing team at Wags & Ruffs for the absolutely wonderful experience you've given my foster dogs over the years. I was referred to you through The Animal Pad (who are also a DREAM to work with!) and you've more than proven yourselves to be incredible groomers, trainers, and ... most importantly, Dog Lovers. I appreciate your generosity and care in all you do. AND ... Gary is so handsome it hurts! read more

Wags & Ruffs - Pet Boarding Near Me - San Diego, California

The team here is absolutely amazing! Every employee and the owner are so kind and friendly. My dog looks forward to being dropped off to daycare every single time and has too many cute nicknames from the staff for me to list here! The report cards I receive are the highlight of my work day :) read more

Teddy loves it here! He is excited when we drive near and let's everyone know he's happy to be there! He has a great time and the staff is wonderful! read more

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After a very traumatic first-ever day care experience in the Bay Area when my dog was a puppy, it's literally taken me years to find a reliable and trustworthy place to send my pup to. My pup has separation anxiety and takes some time to warm up to new environments and the staff is always so patient and nurturing with her. I appreciate the option to add on 1:1 training or pack walks to reinforce positive behaviors -- Julia has been especially great in working with my pup. The cherry on top of our Wags and Ruffs experience is the end of day report card -- it's so rewarding to read about what my pup's been up to, the new pals she made, and that despite being anxious at drop off, she always ends up having a good time. I wouldn't trust anyone else to look after my sweet pup! read more

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Jenny and her team are amazing! We just moved to SD and have brought our two Labs here a few times for Daycare and Boarding. You get a really cute report card with photos and a recap of how your dogs day went. You can tell the team cares about your pet and goes above and beyond to let you know if your pet is experiencing any issues. They're very proactive and communicative. We love Wags & Ruffs! Here's one of the pics they shared in our dogs' report cards :) read more

Wags & Ruffs - a photo they shared in one of the report cards - Pet Boarding Near Me - San Diego, California

Wags & Ruffs is our favorite place in the world. It's our pups Disneyland! She is always eager and ready to play when she arrives and she comes home happy, and tired. Thee best combo in my opinion. The staff does an amazing job and I can tell treats all doggos equally and as if they were their own. The add-ons like basic enrichment, pack walks, 1-1 time,to name a few, are personally some of my favorites to add-on to Nori's daycare. The charcuterie board add-on is one I'm looking forward to once she turns 1 ;) Nori & 2 of my other pups have also stayed overnight and the staff has done a wonderful job on capturing photos of them while playing, sleeping, and lounging. The report cards given during daycare and boarding include photos and give you insight on how your pup does during the day/their stay. I look forward to them every time! We love Wags & Ruffs! Thank you! ‍ read more

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This please is awesome. I had been taking my pup to another place which was ok for the time being. Though, I noticed that the last couple of times my pup did not want to stay when I would drop her off. I decided to try Wags and Ruff based on a good friends recommendation and it is a game changer. Every time I bring my pup in she is so happy and can not wait to go to the back area with all of the other dogs. She has so much fun. The staff is amazing. They are attentive and always send a report card with photos off all the dogs having fun. I really love this place. read more

Wags & Ruffs - Pet Boarding Near Me - San Diego, California

I've been bringing my dog Scout to Wags for several years now. The owner Jen truly cares about the dogs and gets to know their personalities. The staff has always been wonderful with Scout and she absolutely loves every stay at Wags (so much so that she hates to leave!). All of the staff provide such a genuine and personal touch. There's nothing better than knowing your dog is safe and loved! I am so grateful for Jen and everyone at Wags! read more

Wags and Ruffs is an amazing place to bring your dog. My little one has one eye and is blind, and 13 pounds. Jen and her amazing staff take such great care of Mandi, and ensure she always feels safe. The pictures of her playing with other small dogs is SO cute, and on the level of professional photography. If your dog is blind and or a senior, I wouldn't hesitate to bring your dog to Wags & Ruffs for either daycare, or boarding. read more

Wags & Ruffs - Mandi driving home from a day at Wags & Ruffs. This is the only dog daycare that doesn't leave her scared/shaking after! - Pet Boarding Near Me - San Diego, California

We brought our dog Friday to try for the first time. The groomer said she knew what she was doing, my girlfriend showed her pictures, she seemed to be confident in the cut. My girlfriend also was shown a board of lengths and she pointed to "in between" the first and second. Our dog was picked up and it seemed very short but we figured it would be okay since it grows back so quickly. Now he is acting weird, hiding, walking funny, etc because of how uncomfortable he is. We really should be getting a refund and maybe they should do a treatment on his skin? This is awful. We've never experienced anything like this. Poor guy.... please see the photos attached. read more

Wags & Ruffs - Pet Boarding Near Me - San Diego, California

Just updating my review that after almost a year of using them, they're still amazing with my girl mila. read more

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If I could give Wags & Ruffs a billion stars, I would. A couple years ago, my dog sustained a serious injury at a different daycare facility. For this reason, I was nervous about putting him in another daycare. However, he is very high energy and needed an outlet (walks don't cut it). My friend recommended Wags & Ruff. Wags & Ruff takes such great care of my vocal, rambunctious, sweet pup. They have a lot of patience with him and make him take breaks when he is overexcited. When they have time, they make him sit and stay (patience is not his virtue). I love the daily report cards and the posts on Instagram! I know that my pup is in safe hands when he is at Wags & Ruff! read more

There is no place like Wags& Ruffs. We have a very high energy pup Louise and she absolutely LOVES it here. I adore the fact that they write out such a detailed report when our dog is in day care in addition to photos and videos. Our dog has been here for day care, boarding and training now and EVERY service has been OUTSTANDING. We feel incredibly lucky to have found Wags & Ruffs through several recommendations from friends. ** We added training when Louise was in day care and she learned SO MUCH. Patrick is like a magician with dogs...it's awesome. They added 4 videos from ONE training explaining what they went over and giving an example of what she learned. Anyways... look no further. THIS PLACE IS THE BEST IN SAN DIEGO. read more

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A year later I am back here for an updated review. We have been attending this daycare consistently 2-3 days every week. It is hard to imagine having any kind of relationship with a business that goes smoothly for a year and never has any conflict or problem. Well, that s how I feel about this place. Of course, time to time we needed some extra help with pup, and under special circumstances we needed adjustment on the credit or making last minute changes. Never a problem. And the joy and happiness I see from my pup when he meets the staff is REAL. Dogs don't pretend. Why? Because they try put us first and the business is secondary, because they love our pup sincerely, because they love what they do for real. There isn't one bad personality here-- ever, isn't it so rare ?! Thank u Wags and Ruffs !!!!! read more

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We adopted our ~4 y.o husky mix, Rupert, about three months ago. I wanted him to be able to play with dogs in a controlled environment and I'm so glad we found Wags & Ruffs! Their report cards are the best part and I love seeing him happy with all the pups there. We take him a couple times a month to get his dog play fix in :) They have a good amount of big dogs that come through which is great for Rupert because he loves playing with dogs his size, specially the girls! Haha. He's a big lover boy at about 80lbs. Making an appointment, drop off, and pick up are all fairly straight forward and easy to follow. Great doggie-daycare! read more

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We love wags and ruffs!!! We have taken our rescue here since we got him! He was a puppy when we adopted him and had extreme social anxiety with people and with dogs. Socializing him with wags n ruffs was the best thing we could have ever done! He LOVES it here! He nearly breaks down the door when we walk him in because he is so excited to go play with his friends! We have used them for daycare, overnights and for grooming and have had an amazing experience with all! They even send you daily report cards on how they are doing and who they make friends with! Pictures included! This place is awesome read more

If I could give Wags & Ruffs 10 out of 5 stars I would. This is the best doggy daycare! Jetty is so happy to come every morning and the staff treats her as if she is their own dog which makes me feel so good to leave her everyday. Not only do the staff take good care of her when she's healthy, they go out of their way to help when she's sick, hurt or has a foxtail stuck in her arm that I didn't see. They are excellent communicators and the report cards are the highlight of my work day. Thank you Wags & Ruffs for taking such good care of our fur baby! read more

Almost 3 years later and we are as happy as ever with Wags & Ruffs, the team there, and the service they provide. If Ruby falling asleep the moment she gets home isn't indication enough, her report cards tell us all we need to know - every day at Wags & Ruffs is the best. day. ever. It really feels like Ruby is a part of the pack, a part of the family Wags & Ruffs family. We cannot recommend them enough. read more

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My wife and I love this place and most importantly , our Junie LOVES this place! We have been bringing her here since she was cleared to attend which is over a year ago when she was a wee little laddy. We took her to another daycare locally which is a much bigger operation. They had cameras there and it didn't seem like Junie was enjoying it too much. One time, they had even put her in some box that was really high off the ground which was really odd. We like the fact that Wags & Ruffs keeps it at around 15 dogs. Whenever we drop her off at Wags N Ruffs, she gets a serious case of wiggle butt and can't wait to start playing with her friends! The check in/check out process is super easy and they send out a report card in the afternoon every time your dog is in daycare which includes doggy group photos (amazing, how in the world do they get that many dogs to sit calmly at once?!?!?) and a summary of how your dog's day went! We can see in the photos how happy the little stinker is. Every time Junie comes home, she plops and knocks out for the rest of the day/evening lol...exhausted from wrestling and playing with her pals all day long. The owner Jen is awesome, she always responds quickly and attends to any concerns/questions/scheduling with care and proficiency. All the sitters that I have interacted with have been awesome and seem to be very caring and compassionate which is appreciated. The groomer there is great, we use her for grooming every several months. They also have a bunch of add on options such as training and pack walks which is very convenient. We just recently got a monthly subscription which saves us some money . They have a variety of different options so that you can choose what would fit your dog's needs the best. All in all, this place is a life saver and drastically improves the lives of owners and their dogs alike! 5 stars hands down and thank you to Jen and the crew at Wags N Ruffs for taking great care of all the dogs entrusted to them! read more

This review is LONG overdue! I'm the founder of a very large dog rescue and Id consider myself pretty knowledgeable when it comes to dog care. I've been to many doggy daycares in town and no where compares to Wags&Ruffs! My dog is there several days a week and cannot wait to get there when she sees where we're heading. From the incredible staff who treat your pup as their own, the amazing owner Jen, the overwhelming and generous support they provide to rescues, the fun space, trainers, groomer- I could go on and on! I trust them blindly and know that my pup is in the best hands when she is there. They also send the cutest report cards and pictures that always make me smile. Truly one of a kind place and I feel so fortunate to have found them! Do yourself and your pup a favor and head over there and check it out! read more

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Wags and Ruffs is AMAZING! My 2 Goldens love going there. I was taking them to another place that had a large amount of dogs and my youngest golden got labeled as aggressive. I am guessing that he was over stimulated. At W&R, they keep the groups small and my dog is thriving with no issues. I am also taking advantage of their day training. It is helping my dog tremendously. I really enjoy talking with the staff and I love their report cards. I highly recommend this establishment. Thanks for caring for my dogs. read more

Wags & Ruffs - Pet Boarding Near Me - San Diego, California

I would absolutely give this business ten stars if available! I do not want to sound so repetitious, but there just aren't words to describe what an amazing place this is. The owner Jen is top-notch, and her entire crew are the very best. My sheltie, Tahnee Rose was spending full days there for a very long time up until September of this year, due to a change in my work schedule. I would not leave her under anyone else's care, period. I could be assured that she was so loved and taken care of every day when I was working. That was worth absolute gold to me. She was so excited each morning when I would drop her off, and everyone loved having her there. She was treated like a little queen. She is the world to me, and to be fortunate enough to find Jen/Wags and Ruffs to care for her was invaluable. If you are looking for the most incredible place to leave your 4-legged pet, this is it ~ look no further! We love and miss them so much, hoping to take Tahnee in for some play days very soon. XOXO read more

Wags & Ruffs - My beautiful baby girl! Tahnee Rose! - Pet Boarding Near Me - San Diego, California

This place is amazing. My dog loves to go to day "camp" and play with the other dogs. I can't say enough good things. The staff even emails a report card each time with pictures and a description of her day. When we dropped her off the other day there were several other dogs waiting to be checked in, they both looked very happy to be there. read more

I wanted to give an update. I moved out of state and have gone to 3 different groomers and every time my dog gets his skin cut and is super itchy after. So I came back to San Diego for a visit and immediately scheduled a grooming appointment. Of course everything went fantastic and he was NOT itchy nor was his skin cut! I wish I could come back every time Archie needs grooming! read more

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Amazing!! My dog Brutus LOVES to be dropped off here, running right towards the door with excitement. This is unusual for my dog, who has separation anxiety and shakes and clings when being dropped off anywhere. Great communication, friendly staff, and they treat him with as much love as I do at home. Love getting the report cards with photos and notes about what he's been up to while I'm away! All the stars read more