Pet Services
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Boarding
Dog Boarding Services
Camp Canine
(508) 881-7364
202 Pond St
Ashland, MA
http://www.campcaninedogspa.com/
We've used Camp Canine in Ashland twice. Once for one week, once for four days. Both times we were quite happy. Our dog got plenty of exercise, played with other dogs, and improved her socialization skills.
Mike Chester 20 Mar 2007
Stay Away from this place. Our dog got seriously ill at this place and they didn't do much of anything except attribute it to homesickness. The dog was non-responsive for 1+ days here - wouldn't eat, drink or move at all. when we picked her up, we had to take her right to the vet.
Barry Kling 2/6/08
McNeil Veterinary Clinic
21 Union Avenue
Sudbury, MA
I use McNeil Veterinary Clinic in Sudbury. I have a Doberman mix(10) as well a Golden Retriever (7). They do a great job, I especially like the fact that there is a Veterinarian nearby at all times, she lives there.
Henry DeBardeleben 3/20/07
Dog Walking
Marilyn Tromer
978-443-0120
Yes my friend in Sudbury is great.
Mattie Schadt 2/27/2010
Dianne Martin
We were using the same person for years, who recently retired. It was a bit of a challenge to find someone consistent and conscientious, but we lucked out, and right in our neighborhood!
Her name is Dianne Martin. She's a dog owner in Saxonville, and has been great with our dogs. When she says she'll be here, she is, and does what she says she will do. She doesn't board, but has fed them at meal times, and has been very accommodating about coming when we needed her.
Gregory Haggard 3/1/2010
Steve Perry
774-270-2982
I would also recommend Steve Perry who owns a pet sitting company and who takes care of my dogs and client when I go away. Make sure when you hire a pet-sitter or dog walker that they have insurance to protect your pet and your property.
Jan Slocum 3/1/2010
Canine Camp Heidi Frank
508-529-1164
http://www.caninecamp.net
canine_camp@msn.com
Our dog walker is looking to expand her business in Framingham and in surrounding areas. Heidi Frank, owner of Canine Camp, has been our dog walker for several years now and she and her employee Heather have been great with Sammy, our head case black lab. The time they have spent with Sammy on socialization has had a very positive effect on a wonderful dog who came to us with a few dog/dog interaction issues. So if anyone is in need of a dog walker, or is considering such a service, I strongly recommend Heidi and Canine Camp. They offer additional pet services, also, which Heidi can explain when you give them a call.
Regards,
Tom Hankinson 7 May 2007
Just Paws Dog Walking and Pet Sitting
Laurie Gorlick
508-982-1466
http://www.justpawswalking.com/
justpawswalking@gmail.com
I'd like to recommend Just Paws Dog Walking and Pet Sitting
Laurie specializes in dog walking and pet sitting in the MetroWest area. She will even pet sit in your home in your pet's home environment. She can safely transport your pet to the vet or groomer.
And they also offer a complimentary walk on your dog's birthday!
Rob Burton 3/4/10
Pups and Pals of Marlboro
508-688-0518
http://www.pupsnpals.com
Info@Pupsnpals.com
I would like to highly recommend Veronica Glidden of Pups and Pals of Marlboro. She lives on the Sudbury/Marlboro line and first was hired by my sister, and then myself when I returned to work in August. Veronica does dog walking/pet sitting and dog play groups. My dog Bonnie has enjoyed her Playgroups with Veronica, or her walks with Emily. We use Veronica regularly 3-4x a week. They are very conscientous, and write me a daily note. I trust them completely with Bonnie, and know that she is well taken care of.
Maureen McCarthy 3/4/10
Dog Grooming
Flying Fur
27 Nicholas Road
Framingham
508-877-8177
http://www.flyingfurpetgrooming.com
Recommendation: Flying Fur on Nicholas Rd EXCELLENT Dog Groomer
I wanted to pass this on re: Flying Fur: I brought my 4 year old pug to Flying Fur and was very impressed at the quality of grooming there. I was happy using the same groomer for 10 years with another dog and really hate change but tried Flying Fur because of a life change situation and was extremely happy!!! My pugs nails were done perfectly. She was shedding ridiculously but it is obvious the groomer was able to get a lot of her undercoat off of her. She actually looks younger!!!!! I was also very happy with the 1 hour turn around option and I would have paid more than they charged for such a tremendous job!
Jennifer Thompson 3 June 2009
We had a great experience with the new groomer that just opened up in Saxonville: Flying Fur. They took over the site that's held two other groomers in the time we've been in Framingham. I hope they have more success, because we were thrilled with them.
Our two English Springer Spaniels had a run in with a skunk about 6:30 in the morning. Given the cold, we couldn't bathe them outside, and I really didn't want to try to bring them into the house and risk spreading the skunk smell even worse. Flying Fur fit us in, and we walked the dogs right over.
I was impressed with the staff's professionalism, and the facility was spotless. Due to the nature of the drop off, I forgot to mention that one of my dogs has had cruciate ligament surgery and limps on and off. Most people don't notice. Well, I got a call a few hours later making sure the limp was normal behavior. Impressive! Both dogs came back looking great, and amazingly, smelling great. When we had them cleaned after their last skunking two years ago, they smelled for months. The dogs were clearly happy and well treated. And the price was very reasonable. The staff was also exceptionally responsive and, at our suggestion, will begin carrying our pet food (Innova), as it fits in with their natural pet food lines. Definitely stop in and check them out!
Joy Greenwald 2/20/09
Puppy Luv Studio
(508) 877-6395
5 Hillside St
Framingham, Massachusetts 01701
I think you're thinking of Christine Love @ Puppy Luv Studios. She's fantastic. She groomed our old dog for 13 years and will now be taking care of our new puppy.
Sarah Donovan 2/21/09
Agreed - we've brought our Shih Tzu to Christine at Puppy Luv a few times. She's very conscientious and does a great job. If Flying Fur weren't a lot closer we'd keep going to Puppy Luv.
Bill Greenberg 2/21/09
I think so too. We have been going to Christine for a while now, and she does a good job, and our cockapoo seems to like going there. We have an appointment next week, and no plans to go anywhere else. I recommend her.
John Schwab 2/21/09
I second the recommendation for Christine. She's been grooming my mini Schnauzers since I moved to Framingham a dozen years ago.
My dogs get SO excited when I tell them they're going to get their hair cut! There's no better recommendation than that! 
Patricia McQueen 2/21/09
Pet Sitting
Jan Slocum The Pet Nanny
116 Nob Hill Drive
Framingham, MA
http://www.jan-thepetnanny.com
janslocum@yahoo.com
508-877-1882
Please call Jan Slocum The Pet Nanny. Jan gives personnel home care to her customers' pets. I have several clients that use her and rave about her. Jan is insured and bonded. Please call me if you have any questions.
Andy Piacentini 20 Mar 2007
Here's a recommendation for a great pet sitter and I can only imagine that she's as great with dogs as she is with our cats. According to her website she does dog walking along with many other services.
Kimberly Dallas 2/26/2010
Ditto on the Jan Slocum recommendation! Excellent service, reliable, great with my dog and cat!
Robyn Betts 4 June 2009
Ditto..."Nana Jan" is the best...and our Welsh Terrier "Teddy" thinks so too!
Cheers,
Bob & Sally Roda 6/5/09
I'll second that recommendation for Jan Slocum. Jan is great! She's watched our dogs many times. We were just away this last week, and we arrived to a message from Jan that she was worried about delays due to weather and didn't want to drop the dogs home until we told her we were in Boston. We've never had her just do walking as I am a SAHM, but I'd recommend her for anything.
Joy Greenwald 2/26/2010
Jon and Nicole from Animal Companions
http://www.animalscompanions.com/
508-397-8682
info@animalscompanions.com
Jon and Nicole from Animal Companions are great! They came every night faithfully to give my cat a pill for 2 weeks. They were both really good with my two cats. They're very nice too. I don't know if they board animals though, but they'll come to your house to take care of them.
Natalie Constantine June 4 2009
Mind Your Manor
508-620-1085
http://www.mindyourmanor.com
Dan's services were so good,I now work for him.
Richard Constant September 11,2009
Tony Coutlis of AerobicDog
http://aerobicdog.com/
508-380-3380
If you are in the South side of Framingham, Tony Coutlis is also great. He's at aerobicdog.com, 508-380-3380. He's in Ashland and does dog walking and boarding as well.
My dogs come home exhausted from playing with either Jan or Tony. The dogs are excited to see them, so I know they must enjoy themselves. And both Jan and Tony are real dog lovers.
Joy Greenwald 2/26/2010