Pet boarding/training in Portland

“My cat Audrey stayed at Meowhaus 1 for about 4 days and had a good time. It has plenty of space and rooms for each cat. The workers are able to handle the cats quite well and attend to their every need big or small. I would recommend this as a safe and good place to board your cat.“

“Our young dog loves it here. He is always worn out when he comes home and seems to enjoy all the activities and other dogs. As pet parents, we love to see updates on instagram, as well as all the add ons they offer. We have used them for daycare and boarding and appreciate the attention to detail they provide while boarding. They texted us a picture of our dog while boarding that his muzzle was a little pinker then normal, not a big deal at all and I appreciated their communication. We also love that someone spends the night with them. It’s well priced, it can be hard to get a same day reservation because of its popularity, so plan to book at least a day in advance. Thanks for taking care of Huckleberry!“

“They’re so good with my anxious dog! I always feel very secure and the knowledge that the veterinarians here have my pet’s best interest at heart. I moved across town and still go here because of how much I like the staff“

“We took a recall class here over a year ago with our very excitable dog and have been intermittently practicing what we learned since. We finally worked up to 1000 acres today (huge off leash dog oriented nature area with lots of dogs) and our dog’s recall was impeccable!! We were honestly kind of shocked! He’s always been so excited by other dogs, he even had to be behind a visual barrier during class so he could try to focus because seeing other dogs was too distracting. I didn’t fully expect him to be able to recall in an environment like this, but he did! We learned a lot of great foundations at UP and today proved to me that he’s really getting it. If you think your dog can’t ever be trusted off leash, I definitely recommend the trainers here.“

“Words cannot capture the power and value of working with Kindred Dog PDX. The 5 private lesson package has been transformative for me not just as a dog owner but as a parent, partner, and person. What may have seemed like a big expenditure at one time now feels like the most ridiculous bargain. It's kind of like therapy for you and your dog. If you are putting in effort, working with them will help you actually make progress. I wish someone had told me to see Ruben earlier, so here I am doing that for you. If you are struggling with your dog, for the love of god, your dog, yourself, the country...CONTACT KINDRED DOG PDX. Seriously. Right. Now!“

“Kirah was absolutely vital in restoring peace in our home. We have two dogs who had always lived together happily, until they didn’t. Our younger dog began overcorrecting and going after our older dog, and it quickly became stressful and honestly scary.

She quickly identified that our younger dog has a more intense temperament and was redirecting her built-up energy and frustration toward our older dog. From there, Kirah gave us a clear, step-by-step path: how to safely intervene, how to help the dogs feel comfortable sharing space again, and how to use verbal cues to manage situations before they escalate.

Beyond the techniques, she taught me how to read each of their body language cues, both the obvious and the subtle, and understand that they communicate differently. That alone has been invaluable.

Kirah didn’t just bring our household back to a manageable place—she improved it. Our home feels calmer, safer, and healthier for all of us. I truly can’t recommend her enough. She is exceptional at what she does.“

“One of the best doggy daycare places in the Portland area. Virgil and his wife, Martha take such great care of the dogs. They clearly know what they are doing! They have been so accommodating and given such great advice based on what they see. She would always be so happy when we pulled into the parking lot and saw them come and greet her! I will truly miss sending my puppy here!“

“I was so happy to find reliable boarding in a friendly home setting for my dog. From the start, Holly was easy to reach and responsive. I felt confident and assured that my pup was safe and cared for. Holly was very flexible and accommodating when I unexpectedly had to extend my trip. I heartily recommend her.“

“Yes, I took Pypper to the Canine Classroom. He was being aggressive towards other dogs. He wasn’t behaving walks were where he was pulling me and tagging me and he was aggressive because he’d been attacked by two other pities and therefore I hired Steve at the Canine Classroom and it’s been a couple months wonderful wonderful experience. I’ve done everything he said to do my dog is hardly ever reactive. We’re enjoying our walks again and he’s doing great. I highly recommend him in his Canine Classroom. If you’re having any problems with your dog, it’s been a couple months and it’s great.“

“When we got our new puppy we knew we wanted to get a good foundation with socializing her and take a group puppy training class. We started with Puppy Socials and then took Puppy 101 which was a 7 week class. The trainers at Noble Woof are very good. They use positive reinforcement. Class sizes are small. They are knowledgeable, professional, lots of personal attention and our dog has responded very well. She is more confident, eager to learn and has a bunch of new skills we are continuing to work on. In addition to the in-class work, there are videos and emails each week to enhance the learning process. We are very happy we took her to Noble Woof. The impacts of this training will stick with her her whole life.“

“My 6-yr-old Great Pyrenees got her first grooming ever and she came out looking and smelling fabulous. They were sensitive to her nervousness and were able to groom her without needing to resort to a muzzle. She's much more comfortable without all the extra floof (IYKYK). Beats trying to bathe her myself in my claw foot bathtub! Highly recommend.“

“A real special place where every employee truly cares. Thank you so much for what you do and the true empathy you showed me and Clyde earlier this week.“

“Doug was recommended to me by a trainer I have been using for twenty plus years. My service dog was missing his siblings after their death and had become dog reactive. Doug walked with me to observe what was going on in my neighborhood. He gave me a procedure to follow and in no time my goldendoodle was ignoring other dogs. Once that was perfected around our complex we went to a nearby park and he walked with me to practice on unruly dogs. Gibbs was taking their ill behavior as an opportunity to play. I am in a wheelchair and he adjusted for my disability. He is a very pleasant person to learn from and we both enjoyed our training sessions. My service dog is an important part of my independence and Dougs' extensive knowledge of dog behavior gave us a tune up on how to handle this one issue as well as general helpful hints on everyday life with a 90lb dog.“

“We boarded our mini Golden Doodle for 3 nights and just picked her up. She is happy and content. What a wonderful feeling to be able to go out of town and not be stressed about the care your dog is receiving. The staff is friendly and Quimby loves them. My daughter took her for a walk when we were gone and said Quimby lead her right back to Sniff and happily went off with an employee. We did take her to their daycare to play for several weeks before we did the boarding. She got to know the staff and felt comfortable there and I believe that helped. We have had nothing but positive experiences here and I highly recommend them. Thank you to the staff at Sniff for taking good care of our fur baby.“

“My mother, stepfather, and I took our dog Ricky to our 2nd training session with Mark today. Mark is literally The Dog Whisperer in my honest opinion. This guy is a true professional! In just 1 hour today, I learned so much about canine behavior. I am so grateful to be referred to Mark because without the proper guidance and understanding of how dogs think and why they behave the way they do, I wouldn't have known where or how to begin. If you have a dog that runs the house like a 24/7 college frat house and you desperately want to find some real peace and quiet, and real respect from your dogs, let me tell you that Mark at Leader of The Pack Dog Training offers superior dog training techniques!!! I can't wait to tell my neighbors about this man's training abilities! You will be so glad to get a session in with Mark. This man knows what he's doing! Thanks again Mark and Leader of the Pack!“

“I have been taking in stray cats since 2022, and have brought them all to halsey east. Dr Vockert and Dr Vidos are great. Very affordable for veterinary care, whether it's surgery, prescription, or just checkups. I have actually found that getting prescriptions here is cheaper than online, which is very convenient. They have a great team that is clearly very passionate about their work. I would not go to any other clinic.“

“They did an amazing job training my husky, Max — and anyone who’s had a husky knows how stubborn they can be. I’ve seen such a big improvement in his behavior and focus. A huge thank you to Brooklyn for the incredible work she did with him! She was patient, professional, and truly cared about Max’s progress. Highly recommend this place!“

“Dog always loves spending time here and I am always confident that there will be attentive care.“

“The trainers (Susan and Marissa) at Happy-Go-Lucky are incredible. We have a very reactive 7month old border collie that has seen massive improvements in his confidence via attending their classes. Thank you so much!“

“Always fast and friendly. They treat my dog gently as he has problems with painful ears. He still hates it, but he hates less than the vet! I’ve used both locations and I’m very happy at both Tigard and Vancouver locations, the staff is great and the price is not too shaggy ..(oops I meant shabby).“

“I have nothing but good things to say about Pounce Play and Stay. The staff have been very kind to both me and my kitty. My cat has been to them three times this year and they always give me daily photo updates to show that she's happy and having fun. Thank you, Pounce Play and Stay!“

“Wendy is a gem! I trust her with my heeler who is quite a handful. She is flexible and responsive and my pup has a great time with her.“

“Charlton kennels was recommended to us by a family member. We boarded our dog here for 10 days without issue. The staff is friendly and the rates are fair. When we go on vacation again we plan on using them again. Years later, still using them without issue“

“Dogs Dig It is basically my dog’s version of Disneyland. ? He doesn’t go to daycare super often, but the second we pull up, he acts like he’s late for the best party of his life. He can hardly get inside fast enough to greet all of his dog friends and start playing.

The staff is wonderful, and it’s so clear the dogs are having an absolute blast there. Honestly, I wish there was a human viewing section because I would totally stay and watch the happiness unfold all day.“

“Wag Along is an incredible haven for dogs and Mary Ellen is wonderful! Our dog wasn't actually a good fit here, she's a bit too rowdy, but Mary Ellen was extremely kind about it and even took the time to reach out to other places to find us another option with someone she trusts.

Communication with Mary Ellen was fast and easy and her space is fantastic. She clearly puts a lot of effort and intention into making the dogs in her care feel safe and happy. If you have a mellow dog who interacts gently with others, I very highly recommend Wag Along!“