Dog Sitters in Hume, VA

I hired Rachel to care for one cat, several tanks of fish, and my houseplants while I was away for several weeks. She visited prior to meet my cat and to see how to care for the fish and plants. My cat doesn’t warm up to strangers very quickly but she was all over Rachel almost immediately. Rachel did an excellent job. She sent multiple beautiful photos of my cat, Marie, playing happily every day, sent a photo when a sensor I had on one of the tanks was indicating a warning so that I could tell her how to fix it, and, though she said she isn’t a pro at caring for plants, even all of the plants looked great when I got back. I’m very happy to have Rachel to care for my pets when needed and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone to care for their pets.

Rachel has been so amazing with walking my dog Betty! She always shows up in the promised/scheduled time frame and the fact that I get pictures while they are out on their walk is the best added touch! Will definitely be recommending her to anyone looking for a dog walker/pet sitter!!

As a retired pet sitter , I knew exactly who I was looking for. Rachel and Luke fit right in with our demanding dogs and birds. My pets were happy and relaxed when we returned home. We will definitely use her service again.

Rachel is the best. My anxious dogs loved her the first time they met her and she has been so wonderful. She’s reliable, communicative, fairly priced and is there when we need her. Having her watch our dogs has been a Godsend for us and I feel really good knowing my dogs love playing with her. I can’t say enough good things. She and her company are 5-star amazing and we are so happy to have found her. 10/10 recommend with no reservations.

What a fantastic friend for our pooch (and on occasion our cats)! Rachel is one of those folks that is able to immediately establish a rapport with our furry family members. Our Pit Bull adores her and treats her like a family member whenever she comes by. We are so glad to have found Animlz! It's a comfort to know there is someone out there we can entrust the care of our dog buddy to without reservation or hesitation!

We recently had the pleasure of Animlz providing both check-in & overnight services for our one fat cat & we (and the cat) were so pleased! Both Rachel & Luke first offered their time for a fun meet & greet to get to know our furry fella & to learn all the specific ins & outs of his routine. Being out of state twice, once for a weekend & then for a full week, & having them take care of our little friend was so reassuring with their regular updates & such great pictures! Our little guy seemed to especially be enjoying all the physical playtime activity that Rachel & Luke initiated with his favorite toys. We will definitely be using them for all of our petsitting needs in the future. Thank you again Rachel & Luke, we are so appreciative of all you do!

We had an awesome pet sitter at our old house, so when we moved to the country from Maryland, I was a little anxious that we would be able to find someone who would take as good of care of our cats and chickens. Then I met Rachel and within just a few minutes, I knew our pets would be in the best hands possible while we travel. She asked all of the right questions about their care and feeding, I felt very confident she would take good care of them in our absence. We just got back from a two week trip to hike the Alps- the longest we have ever been away from our pets- but I knew all would be well when we returned, and it was. Rachel is fantastic and I highly recommend her for her dedication, concern, and attention to detail. Even better? She sends the best animal portraits and videos every time she visits! I feel so connected to our pets while we travel because of her regular communication and I know when we return, the house and coop will be spotless and the cats and chickens will almost be sorry we are home. :) If you love your pets like we do and want them to receive the best care while you travel, reach out to Rachel. I guarantee you will be thrilled with her services.

At our first introductory meeting with Rachel, my dogs were so excited to meet her and loved her right away. In the time since, we use Animlz every week, whether it’s a midday dog walk or up to four times a day when we’re on travel. We trust Animlz to take care of our dogs and our home and the pooches are always happy to see her!

They did a great job caring for my 9 cats and kittens while I was away. They kept me updated on the little ones and even got some of the cutest pictures and videos. I would highly recommend them.

Rachel & her team are awesome! We needed to find a new sitter for our dogs, cat & chickens - Rachel and her crew take the time to learn about your pets and ask the right questions to make sure they get the best care possible. We've used Animlz for both potty breaks & overnights, and have been very happy each time. Thank you so much, Rachel & Luke!

We've been using Paws Awhile for over 15 years. This is the 3rd dog we've boarded... The kennel is very clean with large cage runs. Staff is professional, friendly, and give the animals lots of love, attention and personal care. Great price/value!

Great place for our big dog. He is 135 lbs and he is really happy to go there. No pace else for him

Our English Bulldog stays here when we go out of town on vacation since her was 6 months old and almost 7 years old I can’t saw enough good things about the sisters and the way the team cares for him. Max loves Paws Awhile Pet Motel

I cannot say enough positive things about PawsAwhile. Our family have been clients with Paws Awhile since 2017. We board, do daycare and have used their grooming services for our canine children. With confidence we know our "Boys" are well taken care of, in fact when we arrive for daycare they are very excited to see all the staff. Without hesitation we recommend this small business!

Teddy loved his time at PAPM!! Loved my daily photos of him by email and I so appreciated their attention to detail. PAPM truly loves what they do and I will be using them again to board Teddy!

My dog loves it here. We have been coming here for almost 20 years. Highly recommend.

The Sisters and their staff are so great with our dog. He’s pretty skittish and reactive around new people, but every time he runs right up to the person checking us in, which is a great sign. His preferred place is right at my feet at all times, but while we’re out of town, this is a perfect second best. The Sisters are incredibly accommodating, keep in touch with us if our pup gets sick, and generally just love the dogs. Can’t recommend them enough!

This place is wonderful! I'm so glad I found it. My pup has been coming here since he was old enough to get all the required vaccinations. He LOVES this place. The nuns (yes, nuns!) and staff are delightful, and the motel is set on such a beautiful property. They offer daycare and boarding for both dogs and cats, and have many activity packages and add-ons for your little fella if he/she needs extra playtime, walks, or snuggles. I highly recommend it! Edit: My pup has been "evicted" from this facility. He was recently boarded here for a 12 day stay while I was out of town. When I arrived to pick him up I was told he was no longer welcomed because he "wasn't picking up on another dog's cues during play time". Apparently my pup wanted to play with a dog that didn't want to play. There was no fight, and it was with only one dog, who he had played with in the past. I'm very upset over this, as I think the facility could have handled it differently. Every time I've picked my dog up from here, they always tell me he was a perfect gentleman. He's been coming here since he was about 7 months old, and he'll be two at the end of March. It's a shame he's been "banned" over this one incident. Edit: Adam from this facility reached out to discuss what apparently was a misunderstanding. I feel like we were able to clear up the issue and was reassured that my pup was still welcomed at Paws Awhile. This interaction was handled in a very polite and professional way, and I'm looking forward to getting my pup back into daycare and boarding.

From the moment we walked into Paws Hotel We loved it😍 We were greeted In such a warm and caring manner and the place was very clean . Mother Eirene suggested we leave Dakota for a weekend because our concern was We rescued Her and didn’t want her to feel she was being left again and we wouldn’t be back . It was a great idea she was fine so we felt good about leaving her for two weeks for our vacation . I was a mess we never have left any of our dogs at any boarding , hotel for animals . We made a great choice all the staff and sisters were wonderful, Mike the manager assured us not to worry All was going to be fine . If I could give more stars I would and I don’t give them easy. I called almost every day they never made me feel I was a bother 😀 Thank You all again for taking care of our Dakota⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

They were very thorough during the check-in process to ensure they had all the information to care for our dog, including our vets information who we had to call to answer some of their questions. Our dog is the nervous type and they went to great lengths to calm him down and make him feel at ease. When we picked him up 4 days later he was happy, clean, and healthy. We will definitely be using Paws Awhile in the future.

Kenneled my dogs. Went to pick up my dogs, and they said they'd bring out the leftover food. Ended up bringing me a bag of dried food when I brought in cans. After finally bringing out the right cans, there were 3 extra cans, so they weren't feeding them every day, if at all; since they can't even get the food right. Then had to ask for my stuff I brought for them back, and they said they were washing the blanket because they had an accident. I told them I brought in multiple toys and clothes. They went to the back to check again, and said they actually did have it all. I asked them to bring out all the stuff and my dogs separate because IDK how I'm supposed to walk 2 dogs to my car, carry all the extra food, and a 13 gallon trashbag. Had to complain to the clerk a couple times before she offered to walk the dogs to my truck while I carried all the stuff. If this is just checkout, IDK how they managed the dogs. My baby girl is much more lean than when I picked her up

Their name says it all! Polite, experienced professionals in every way. Our dog Bonnie loves staying here; she needs a little extra attention and the staff always accommodates.

I come to this place and wash 4 of my dogs here. The easy in and out is what I like about this place. Safety & Cleanliness is important to me. The staff is always super nice and friendly.

We come in semi-regularly for grooming and unscheduled nail trims. They do a wonderful job with my long-haired chihuahua. He always comes home excited and and smelling amazing. We have had great grooms every time we came. They also require vaccination records, so we feel safe that our dog won't be around other dogs with kennel cough, and other harmful diseases. And the staff is friendly and efficient.

Brought my dog here for their self pet wash station. The folks here are friendly and helpful, and my typically standoffish around new people pup was social and greeted the girl there. Which to me says a lot. The place is very clean, and they sell some chew treats and toys here too. The pet wash station includes a pro blow dryer to get thick fluffy coats fully dry and looking their best. We would definitely recommend this place, and I'm sure we'll be back again.

We took our 18 year old cat to get her nails done and we have also taken our Golden retriever to be groomed and they to a great job and are very personable too!

Dogs had a great time visiting. They can't wait to get more dirt on them to come back.

I've used PAB for decades, they treat Corgis like they are family.

They took wonderful care of our Skipper. She tends to make herself sick when we're not around. But this boarding no phone calls! She was happy, we were happy. She acted like she'd been on a great adventure! Love Professional All-Breed Groomer, Daycare, and Boarding. I'd highly recommended!

This bath was the best! No cold hose water from the backyard, and I could step right into the tub! Mom scrubbed me down in toasty warm water and blew out my coat with the high powered drying snake! (I do need a Happy Hoodie for next time though) It was AMAZING! Would definitely bathe here again! ~ Carly 🐾 …

Very happy customer since 2019 for our pack of 2. Reliable, flexible, and knowledgeable in managing our Lab and Golden. The staff are professional and trained, not casual people to hang on to other ends of leashes.

Diana was excellent and made our week long absence stress-free for both us and our cats. Communication was clear and we got picture updates every day of how the cats were doing.

Only 5 stars because that is the maximum!! Pat and his team of walkers/sitters provide exceptional customer service and treat my two pups as family. I rest comfortably knowing my pups are in good hands during the day or when we need to be away! Pat is responsive and saved my vacation with last minute scheduling when a family member fell through. You can’t go wrong with EATD and your pups will thank you for it!

Super easy to work with and schedule. We have used them for cat sitting for years. Having a regular sitter who knows our pets and our routine is very comforting. Highly recommend.

We have used Everything and The Dog twice now and both experiences have been fantastic. We have two dogs that are 12 and prefer to be home when we travel. Our dog walker took great care of them and sent us pictures and updates three times a day. Didn't worry at all about them on our trip. I highly recommend them.

Just used this service for the third time in 18 months to take care of my three older cats for a week, and again experienced exceptional quality of service and communication. The cost is fair, and the value is high.

I had a great experience with Everything and the Dog for overnight dog sitting. Our sitter, Sonia, messaged me daily with updates and took great care of our pup. I definitely recommend this company!

Very dependable! Great sitters who really care about great service. Not only did they take great care of my elderly cat (following my instructions and giving her medication on schedule); they made sure my plants were still alive when I returned home as well! And even watered my lawn a few times. Thanks 😊 …

We have used Everything and The Dog for almost two years for a variety of services - dog walks, pet sitting in our home, and pet sitting in the sitter's home. During that time, we have had multiple different walkers/sitters, and every one has been excellent. EaTD vets its employees well - they genuinely love animals and are kind and competent with them. Additionally, Pat (the owner) has never said no to a request and has always been able to accommodate our pet walking/sitting needs - even when a broken ankle meant we needed a new walker with only a few days notice! I really can't recommend this company highly enough. And our last walker took super cute pics of our pup!

From start to finish, getting a pet sitter through Everything and The Dog was super easy! Our pet sitter Brandi was absolutely wonderful: super communicative, professional, and gave us peace of mind that our furry family members (and house) were taken care of in our absence. We will definitely be using them again!

First time boarding our two German Shepherds. We had a 9 day vacation planned and we're worried so much about how our doggies would do, how they would be when the get home, etc. Both our boys were great. They looked great and seemed very happy. The staff at Libery Hill/Pampered Paws were always very accommodating, even offering to send us text updates. We highly recommend!

Hello all. I’ve been boarding my doggie at LH for the past year typically when I have to travel overnight. Having said that, sometimes I board him because he is so happy there. As we drive down the road heading to LH, his ears perk up because he knows where he’s headed. The staff is always welcoming and R’s tail wags when he greets the staff. That is really what matters. They know his eating and sleeping habits and always give me a summary of his visit. On a recent visit he was on some medication and the staff at LH were on top of it. I know that when I drop him off, he’s in a excellent hands and gives me the peace of mind that he’s taken care of when I’m on the road. They are definitely a part of R’s extended family. :)

My dogs love it here and always come back healthy and happy.

Love this place. Little far from my house fir daily daycare but I board my dog there and they took her of her every time. I wish the best hung area was alittle bigger and cleaner

Great place that takes care of your pup. Have used multiple times for both kenneling and kennel/ training while away.

Just toured the facilities and i look forward to boarding my two dogs in the near future and recommending them to friends and family. Under new ownership and they have big plans. Im excited to see their completed upgrades and provide a much-needed service to this wonderful community.

*WARNING* I will simply state the facts. On 8/8/22 I boarded my 3 small Yorkies due to a out of state house hunting trip in which neither children nor dogs were allowed. My dogs were entrusted with the care of this facility until 8/20/22. We received a call on 8/16/22 in which we were informed that all of our dogs displayed symptoms of kennel cough. One dog was particularly unwell and was viewed as lethargic. We were asked if it would be ok if the dog could be scheduled to be seen by a veterinarian. We obliged and informed the facility of our local veterinarian's information. We received a confirmation call that informed us our dog would be seen by the vet on the following day 8/17/22. Our flight home had been delayed and we would not be home in time to retrieve "our babies" until after the facility had closed. The same evening on our way home from the airport we received another call informing us that our "pet was not doing well and not might make it through the evening if we did not retrieve him immediately". The "pet" in question was our beloved companion with no prior health issues to include a vet visit 3 days prior to being boarded with this facility. He entered this facility with a clean bill of health. At the time of retrievel our dog was found extremely dehydrated and hot to the touch, lethargic beyond movement, groaning, and could not walk nor move his extremities. The extreme nature of his condition was acknowledged and accompanied by a reminder of the bill due to the services rendered for the week of boarding. We rushed our baby to the nearest emergency veterinary facility in which he was diagnosed with sepsis pneumonia. Two days later accompanying a $5633.00 emergency veterinary bill, I was encouraged by the ER to contact the facility in order to establish a timeline of when the pneumonia had occured in order to make a life altering decision to allow my dog to continue life support or euthanize. No indefinite outlook could be diagnosed due to the lack of oxygen supplies to his lungs. He was in a oxygen supported kennel due to the lack of being able to breathe on his own. I was contacted by the owner after calling the facility. I inquired of the daily status of my dogs throughout their stay in which to establish the severity of not only the most ill but the other two diagnosed with health conditions. A timeline was not provided due to the owners inability to access those records "at the moment". I informed the owner of my dog's condition in which I was met with "I'm sorry" and akward silence.

It's hard to review the experience that your dog had while you weren't there, but as far as I can tell our dog had a blast for the week we boarded her here. The staff was very friendly and told us that she really enjoyed herself. The extra activities like swimming in the pool and hiking were exactly the kind of things she loves to do. So this was a great alternative to traditional boarding, though a bit out of the way for us. Obviously that's not their fault. Our dog came back very exhausted, which tells me she got plenty of exercise. Would definitely use them again for extended boarding.

Nice place, friendly staff, but I was misled on the price. I was given a price over the phone for 2 dogs, and when I picked them up I was charged per dog doubling what I had expected to pay. Won't do that again

I went to check this place out to board my dog. I found it to be filthy. I know the dogs play outside & bring dirt in but the walls, ceiling, windows & even the office was dirty. Years of dirt. It was hard to find the front door. The property was nice but unfortunitly I could not leave my dog there. ☹

Only good things to say about Rhiannon! Her rates are affordable and her level of service and care is top notch. My cat took to her immediately and loved snuggling with her in my absence! I got daily updates and photos, giving me peace of mind and assurance that my cat was well cared for and loved. I wouldn't hesitate to use her services again. 10/10 recommend!

Finding Rhiannon has been a true blessing for us and our fur family! Her kindness, professionalism, and thorough communication bring us so much peace of mind while we are away. Each of our 4 cats has some kind of bizarre special need, requirement or preference. All of our requests (and some were embarrassing to ask, lol) were met with a carefree "No problem!" response from Rhiannon. Needing the most care is our 18-year-old senior, Iommi, who has inflammatory bowel disease. When we are away, it is extremely stressful on her sensitive system. Rhiannon understands this completely and showers her with loving energy during every visit, and is able to pill her with ease. How comforting it is to receive photos and updates that all is well with Iommi and her partners in crime! In addition to fulfilling all of the quirky requests and needs of our motley crew, Rhiannon goes above and beyond the normal call of duty to make sure everything is in order when we return. When we walk in the door, everyone is so content that it seems like we never left! We trust Rhiannon like family, and really couldn't ask for more in a pet sitter. If you are looking for truly exceptional, loving care for your furry companions, we highly recommend Misty Mountain Pet Sitting!

We were referred to Rhiannon by a friend and couldn't be happier we crossed paths with her and Misty Mountain Pet Sitting! We have two CRAZY huskies but Rhiannon was so great with them. She set aside all my worries with her knowledge, kindness and professionalism. She checked in with us every day and truly cared for our pups. Look no further for a sitter. Would absolutely recommend her to anyone!

I can’t say enough good things about Rhiannon and the quality service she provides to our pets when we’re away. We’ve been using Misty Mountain for years now (multiple time a year and for varying amounts of time) and there’s no one I trust more to care for our three kitties. She’s reliable, caring, communicative and - better yet - our crew loves her. We’re always able to enjoy our time away knowing our furry family members are in good hands!

Rhiannon is a very caring dog sitter and trainer! She comes to your house to meet your pet and has lots of knowledge from years of experience.

Rhiannon is patient, kind, and goes above and beyond with customer service. Highly recommend Misty Mountain Pet Sitting !

Love the setting

I had a family emergency and had to drop my dog at daycare from Sunday September 8th in the AM to Wednesday 11th in the PM. I didn't notice when I picked her up as I was exhausted, and only noticed some low energy thinking she probably played a lot. At home is when I saw her right lip swollen and at closer inspection all the scratches around her nose. Her tail was also RAW and bleeding. I called and when I spoke to the manager she told me at closer inspection of the camera it seems she was approached by a great Dane, but she didn't elaborate. All she said was sorry and that it won't happen next time. She asked to send her pictures which I did and asked for accountability via email, and she is yet to reply. I had to take my dog to the veterinary, and place her in antibiotics for her lip and nose, ointment to keep her nose hydrated, and bandage for her tail to help it heal. At dogtopia I remember signing a document stating that if my dog assaulted another dog I would be liable for veterinary and medical cost so I don't understand why they're not making the owner of the great dane take care of this, instead I paid for negligent care and vet costs. It's safe to say I won't bring my dog back and understand now why this place is so slow. EDIT to reply: No you DID NOT communicate the FACE injuries which were more severe than the tail, I still have the message and picture you sent regarding her tail, you never mentioned the SCRATCHES on her face. Also when I called and spoken to the employee before she put me on hold to talk to the manager i heard her whisper "He knows" before the phone going mute. In our phone conversation you also mentioned a Great Dane, AND suggested having my dog with the small dogs to avoid the great dane. Now there is no great dane? Also my dog has stayed multiple times at your facility and the dogtopia in herndon, we've never had this "crate rub" issue before. And if it was what kind of crates do you have with sharp edges to scratch my dogs face like that?

I am deeply disappointed with my recent experience at Dogtopia of Manassas. I brought my healthy dog in for daycare, expecting him to be well-cared for. However, when I picked him up, I was shocked to find him unable to walk properly and covered in scratches. It's evident that my dog did not receive the proper care and supervision he needed during his stay. As a result, he has sustained injuries that were completely avoidable and unacceptable. I urge pet owners to reconsider using this daycare, as the safety and well-being of your pets may not be adequately ensured here.

It’s always a little nerve wracking leaving my dogs (8 and 10 year old dachshund mixes) but I felt a lot of relief after day care at Dogtopia went well. It’s smart that the team starts with temperament testing to ensure the dogs don’t have aggressive habits. My dogs do better in this “neutral territory” compared to being in someone else’s home so this is a perfect solution. We left town for a week and it was nice to be able to check the Ring camera in the Dogtopia app and see that our dogs were wagging their tails and socializing. I also received nice emails and texts during their stay offering extra activities to keep my dogs stimulated. 5/5 stars, can’t wait for my next trip. I know our dogs will be in good hands.

I am writing to express my deep dissatisfaction with the care provided to our dog during his stay from 07/03 to 07/06. We paid $400.00 for this service, only to have our dog returned to us with multiple injuries. His nose, head, and paw are all scratched and injured. I have attached photos for your reference. We were not informed of any incidents or injuries during his stay. Upon his return, our dog is now acting unusually, refusing to use the bathroom, and clearly in distress. This level of negligence and lack of communication is unacceptable. When I called to inquire about what happened, I was told that our dog was playing with another dog, slipped, and injured himself. Additionally, they mentioned his nose was scratched from the crate. The only response I received was a dismissive apology and a vague promise to be more transparent next time. This is not the level of care we expected or paid for. I strongly advise others to reconsider using your services if they wish to avoid their pets returning home sick and injured.

My dog was so happy there - I could see on the monitor. And the people were great too!

My girls love both the Manassas and Gainesville locations! The staff is great and all I have to say is “daycare” and they start hopping around like clowns with excitement! These photos are pics that the staff took and sent to me. They are so content!

The manager Melanie and staff are just amazing!! I love that I can watch my pup play with her doggy friends throughout the day. My Oakley enjoys daycare every time.

Dogtopia of Manassas is fantastic. Our puppy is about a year old and gets beyond excited when she sees us pulling into the parking lot. The staff is incredibly friendly, and seems to really care about taking care of our dog. The webcam service is fantastic to check in on your pup! Its a great way to let your pet get their energy out while you are at work! We look forward to many more visits!

I like the fact that every employee is inviting and loving toward myself and my pup. Everyone is always so excited to see Misty and has funny stories to share about her day. I really enjoy the little notes that are sent home.

Archie had a fabulous time and will be back soon.

I cannot say enough about Pender and their assistance importing a dog from a high risk rabies country (Ghana). Due to all of the new CDC rules, the process took 6 months but I could not have navigated it without them. Special shout out to Mike who answered so many questions throughout (even before I had an actual reservation secured). They made the process possible and we are forever grateful. They took great care of Apricot for the two days she spent there while we waited for CDC release (she had some significant skin issues that needed attention). We also saw lots of happy playing dogs in the doggy daycare/boarding area. Highly recommend. I’d give 100 stars if I could

We had a positive experience with Pender Pet Retreat while preparing documents for our dog under the new CDC rules for bringing pets from overseas. Special thanks to our coordinator Mike—I have no idea what I would have done without his knowledge and guidance. He was incredibly patient and thorough, walking us through every step and ensuring everything was done perfectly. After revaccination, we picked up our dog the next day, and he was happy and in perfect condition. Thank you!

Travelled from India to DC & was really worried how my pet Luna who is a pug would make it through the quarantine as she is only mouth fed but I would say she did fairly well & am sure the team really took care of her & the vet had given some antibiotics as she had some skin infection due to the hot weather in India which now her skin is improving and hope it goes away completely once her 10 day course is complete. I would really want to Thank the Vet & the Pender Pet Team for taking care of my girl & would surely recommend them and you can trust your pet 100% with them. Great work Team.

I cannot say enough good things about Pender Pet retreat and Mike who helped us every step of the way. Their pricing was fair and transparent and they communicated regularly with me about my pup's status and connected me with transport from DC to Wisconsin. I would highly recommend this facility to anyone importing a dog from another country.

"I can't say enough wonderful things about Pet Pender. Ruth and Connor were nothing but nice and helpful over the phone. My cat stayed with them for six days, and I was beyond impressed with the care and attention Wilbur received. The staff was incredibly kind, professional, and attentive, making sure my cat felt at home. When I picked Wilbur up, he was happy, well-fed, and relaxed, which speaks volumes about the quality of their service. I highly recommend Pet Pender to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring place for their pets!"

Smart, friendly staff -- great for single-day daycare or long boarding. Love their "enrichment" options to add some additional activity to our dog's day! Attached pic is our dog, Pajamas, out on a nature hike with one of the caretakers. He always seems to enjoy his time there, and Pender is always quick to provide updates about his stay.

Hudson loves doggy daycare and comes home a happy and exhausted pup. It's nice to be able to watch him play with his friends on camera. Having a high energy dog, Pender is a lifesaver and a nice break from us at home having to provide the 5 hours of exercise a day he needs.

This was my first time ever boarding all 3 of my dogs, and I was definitely nervous to be away from them for my wedding weekend. First off the facility is beautiful and spacious! The staff is also super friendly. When we came to pick up our pups they were all in great shape and our anti social cattle dog seemed extremely happy and comfortable (which is saying a lot-he’s a really shy guy). Thank you Pender!

Mike was brilliant from start to finish. He was always friendly and helpful. He kept me up to date with what was happening. He flagged the paperwork that needed amending to avoid any problems. My dog needed to be collected by a ground handler and he kept her up to date with when my dog would be ready for colelction. I would highly recommend using Pender Pet Retreat. A huge thanks again to Mike and the team for all their support.

Took exactly care of our pup Harley Quinn , her and I both have anxiety. Caretakers stayed in constant communication with me , and didn't make me feel like I was bugging them even though I called three times within the first 24 hours, lol(its her first time boarding).I will be using the services again. Knowing Harley was an excellent care. I picked her up and she is very happy in a good mood .Which says a lot about the caretakers at Penderpets.

My dog has been coming here since 2021 following a recommendation from a friend. Of all the places my dog has been boarded, both here in the USA and abroad, this is hands down the best! The beautiful country locale provides a peaceful location for my pup to stay. While she gets along with other dogs, she isn’t super rambunctious. However, she is always happy to see her friends at Happy Hounds and is relaxed while staying here. She always comes home happy and smiling. The staff are warm, knowledgeable, and clearly care for their charges. My dog remembers each of the staff members and demonstrates with her body language the trust and affection she has for them. Whenever I have traveled and there has been an issue, the staff have always been proactive in letting me know and asking what course of action I wish to take. They have a great vet who comes out and has treated her from time to time, whether to administer a vaccine (while I was traveling for a prolonged period) or for a more acute issue. If your dog enjoys country fresh air, no kennels, and is reasonably social, I don’t think you can do better than Happy Hounds Lodge.

We love Happy Hounds!! We feel so much better leaving our pups in a place where we know they can run and play, and they aren’t stuck in crates or small pens. We have been using them for 5 years and have been very happy with the experience.

Hi! We boarded our dog Grace and then when we got a second dog we boarded Rudy. He came home with green goop in one of his eyes and Grace’s paws were always bright red when she came home. Nobody communicated with us. The worst experience with Happy Hounds was when we had a flight during the Christmas holiday and we drove up to drop off Grace and they told us a flu had broken out within the dogs. Nobody had text or call to let us know. We canceled our flight. If we knew ahead of time then we would have made other arrangements. They need to let clients in the house to see it too. I don’t want my dogs to be a place I can’t see the inside.

Best place ever for your pup! Caring folks who love dogs taking care of your four-legged friend. Lots of area to roam outside and no crates! Our girl loves it!

We feel totally at ease leaving our dog at Happy Hounds. He loves it and comes home exhausted from playing with his friends! These guys are great! Well run business!

The absolute best!! My main man MacArthur (aka brown cow). Loves the staff and the lodge.

Beautiful place with a VERY organized team! The dogs are so INCREDIBLY happy, it's HUGE and in the mountains with amazing views, the system they have in place works very well for the happiness and safety of the dogs. They really know what they are doing and they REALLY care about the time and attention and love your animals need from cuddles to, medicine to food mixing to yard play and pack placement. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!

Our English Springer is so very happy with the team (and the other boarders) at the Happy Hounds Lodge; after trying some other options, we were advised by friends to try out this serene spot in the country and, speaking for all of us, we're done with searching; our spaniel has now stayed at the farm several times for either family weekend trips or up to two week family vacations; warm welcome, very friendly staff, and what seems to be a very loving and comfortable environment for the dogs (& the horses).

We found this place the first time we needed to board our dog 5 years ago, and we've never taken her anywhere else. The staff is great, the dogs have the freedom to run and play. Our dog has a great time anytime we take her, and she always sleeps for a couple of days after. The "Happy Hounds Hangover"! We will never take our dog anywhere else if we can help it.

Our dog absolutely loved it at Happy Hounds Lodge. We could see how much fun she was having as we drove up the drive way to pick her up. The staff is very friendly and helpful. It is the perfect place to board your dog!

Julie and her husband are the kindest people. And VERY accommodating, our family had been using them for years! The kennel is clean and well managaed. The moment you meet Julie and her husband you know your dogs are going to be loved and treated well!!! Highly recommend this kennel as they are great people and all 5 of our dogs are always so happy to see them whenever they are visiting!!

I cant say enough about how wonderful Julie and her husband are at Fair Haven. We have a very needy and ornery Chiahauhau. But these folks go above and beyond to comfort him and make his stay there pleasant and unstressful. Our dog has never responded so well to stangers. He has boarded at Fair Haven 3 times now. Everytime we leave him Julie sends me pictures(Julie & doggy selfies😁)and texts on how he is doing. She provides meds when needed, and even bundles up in the cold to take him out and walk him when he's being picky about going out. The kennels are very very clean!!! Does not smell like a dog kennel when you walk in, and in the winter the kennels are kept warm and cozy for the animals. They definitely go above and beyond to take the best care of your bestfriend/pet. We have had issues with boarding our dog before at other kennels. So we just stopped going places, or always had to find a pet friendly vacation rental. Not anymore now that we found Fair Haven! We have even called last minute before and Julie has taken him in. We absolutely love these folks at Fair Haven and will never be taking our pets anywhere else for boarding They simply are the best!!! Thanks Fair Haven!!! Kelly Smith & family

Remi was so happy to play and meet new friends. Thank you for taking such good care of him. Loved the picture updates to know he was happy! Nice to have peace of mind knowing that my 4 month old puppy was safe and well taken care of while we were away. Thank you!!! See you again soon. 🐾❤️ …

Milo enjoyed his stay at Fair Haven. It was obvious that he received lots of love and attention! He will definitely be back in the future. Thanks, Julie, for taking such good care of our boy!

Love this kennel! Dustin my dog it always happy to see them! When all the dogs in the family need watching this is where they go!! All 5 of them live it! They are very accommodating and great people!! Will always bring my dogs here!!

Hi, Matthew. Can you tell me when you visited Fair Haven? We'd like to address any questions you may have, as we have no record of you ever visiting Fair Haven. Please contact me, Julie Moser, at 2dogsmama.jm@gmail.com. We'd like to get this matter cleared up as soon as possible.

Thank you, Zhen!

Our dog was very happy here. She can be a bit skittish around new places, so when she pulled on her leash to head back to the kennel, we knew all was going to well. Very accommodating and friendly staff. Thank you for making our trip a special one!

Dropped our pup off for daycare while we visited the caverns! All of the staff was friendly and helpful. They were even able to squeeze our boy in for pawdicure during his stay. Will definitely use again next time we’re in town.

We boarded our German Shepherd while we were visiting Luray. She loved her stay and we were able to get her a bath before we loaded up to go home. Awesome owners. Your dog is gonna love it.

Now under new owners. Been using these great people and awesome caretakers to care for our pet dogs for years! Best local care there is!!! They care, solid staff, excellent hours and good prices to boot. Nothing has changed, still s solid 10.

We were visiting Shenandoah National park this weekend and looking for somewhere to leave our dogs. I always nervous to leave them new places but mystic had great reviews. They definitely lived up to their reviews! They even groomed one of my pups while she was there and she looks amazing. They were well taken care of, happy when we picked them up. They were easy to communicate with, gave me updates when I called to check on them, played with them, etc.. would highly recommend to anyone considering. They definitely care about dogs and want to make them feel comfortable during their stay.

Love this place! We’ve been taking our dogs here to get groomed for a few months now and have nothing but great things to say. They always get us in the schedule quickly, we don’t have to book a month or more in advance like our previous groomer. The staff is very friendly too, I feel comfortable leaving my dogs with them. And we love the haircuts! They always give you the exact cut you ask for, no surprises here when you pick up! 10/10

Dogs were safe and healthy when we picked them up. They obviously had a great time and we're well cared for during our trip. We would 100% use them again.

They were very nice when I went to get my new best friend Jenny groomed 😊 …

My Pepper is treated like a princess at Mystic. Lena and Gareth always go out of their way to accommodate. These are friendly, salt of the earth hard working folks when love animals. Professional and lovely results. Have brought my pooches here for years and they never disappoint. Happy and clean doggie!

I was nervous dropping my dog off for her first time away from me but she did great. She's very anxious. I love the care they gave her and how they took the time to figure out what worked best for Fawn. I'll definitely be using them again when needed. It feels great to find a place you can trust.