Dog Walks ‘N More

Vicky and Margaret deserve 10 stars! Vicky understands that your pet is your family member. She went above and beyond to help us find a caring sitter, Margaret. Vicky had so much genuine compassion. It is people like Vicky and Margaret who are champions to help families. Our adult rescue cat is a lucky man to have such top notch care! Much thanks and positive energy. This business feels truly more like an outreach mission of caring for animals

I cannot say enough great things about Vicky’s Dog Walks ‘N More. We have 3 rescue dogs and as long as we have had them, they have never been boarded them. Usually I can find friends to take care of our pups and stay in our house, but this time we needed help.
We interviewed a couple of other companies, but when we met Vicky and her team which included both Kelly and Sonia, we knew they were going to be the right fit for my dogs and us. Not only did they care for our dogs, they also communicated frequently with us so that we knew our pups were safe and being cared for. We received e-​mails and texts with pictures and video which we really enjoyed. It was so assuring to see them in their own home with no disruption in their routine.
Without a doubt, we would use this professional service for our precious furry family members.

Vicky has done a great job at taking care of our cat over the last year and a half!
The first time we met Vicky we could tell she is a true professional with a passion for pets, and ever since that first meeting we have had great experiences with her. She has been extremely flexible over the holidays as well as when we’ve had last minute travel pop up.
I would definitely recommend her to anyone that needs a pet sitter in the San Diego area!

I don’t even know how to thank Vicky for taking care of our cats while we were away on a vacation for a week!
We met Vicky when she first came in for the preliminary visit. She immediately put us at ease — it was obvious that she loved animals and took her job seriously. She was very thorough — she even made us define emergency procedures and provide vet contacts. And she was very flexible — she agreed to take our assignment on a very short (2 days) notice!
While we were away she sent us text messages every day — she even sent pictures and videos of our kitties. Moreover, she went above and beyond of what was expected — she noticed it was recycling pick-​up day and put our overflowing recycling bin out for collection, picked up our mail etc.
I highly recommend Vicky and her Dog Walks ‘N More business if you need someone reliable to take care of your pets.

I’ve been using Vicki and Marleen for about 3 years now and I’ve always been able to go away on trips with my mind at ease. These women have an extraordinary passion for animals and they love our two cats and two dogs as if they were their own.
They are so good about keeping me updated on how the animals are doing… I mean serious details like how their mood is, where they went on a walk, how long they stayed on each visit… they even tell me if any of the animals have irregular stool!
Sometimes they even text me pics/​videos. You will never wonder if your pet sitter remembered to come with Dog Walks n’ More. I’ve had this happen in the past with a different sitter who forgot to come for an entire weekend! That will not happen with these women.
*Here’s what’s really awesome about them*
I trust them completely both in my house and with our pets. Just this weekend (Feb 15^th) we were in Vegas and I got a call from Vicki. One of my dogs had tore his cruciate ligament in has back leg while we were gone and he was walking on 3 legs while whimpering in pain. She took him our vet, kept us informed and handled everything so well and so professionally. I’m sure picking up a 90 lb dog in pain to put in her car was not easy, but she did it!
No one wants to think of their pet being in pain and it’s even worse when something happens while you are away. I’m so glad that I had them taking care of my dogs. They are experts at taking care of pets and giving them lots of love. Whether it’s a major injury or a depressed pet with separation anxiety, it ‘s clear that their priority is not only keeping pets safe, it’s also keeping them happy. I think our pets actually get more attention and play time when we’re gone.
On top of all that, they do so many unnecessary extra’s like cleaning up after the pets to the point of sweeping, straightening/​arranging bedding and even watering our plants. They take great care of our house and yard.
I rarely take the time to write a review but I wanted to make the time for these ladies because they deserve it. You will not regret working with them!

I’ve been using Dog Walks ‘N More now for over a year and I would not hesitate at all to recommend them to anyone. I’ve met Marleen once, but we usually have Vicky take care of our animals just because she’s the first person I talked to when I had first contacted them.
When you first meet her, you can tell she really loves animals. Our dogs just love her, especially our big GSD mix. She is very good about providing updates and feedback each time she sees our dogs. She is also extremely responsive to both email and text. Vicky has also house sat for us for a few days. We came home to find a super neat house and very happy dogs.
I’d like to mention that they do provide dog boarding at their house. Space is very limited however because they let their guest doggies hang out around their lovely home, like their own doggies. If you ever do want to use this service you have to first take your dogs to her house to make sure your dogs are okay with theirs. (Btw, they have the most neatest house of any big dog owner I’ve seen, including mine…) Unfortunately, our big dog kinda likes to be alpha female and can be people possessive, especially with her favorites, which Vicky is now one of. She was a bit aggressive towards the other dogs when it came to Vicky’s attention, which Vicky did not feel comfortable with. While I’m sad that I won’t be able to send my dogs to her house for boarding, I wanted to mention this here for anyone who is considering it. If you do decide to board, you can be rest assured that your dogs will always be in a perfectly happy, safe environment, free of people possessive dogs like mine… =)

Vicky and Marleen are AMAZING at what they do. I have three small dogs and they don’t always like everyone they meet, but they definitely love Vicky and Marleen!
Thank you ladies for always taking such good care of my little monsters. If it weren’t for the peace of mind you give me, I wouldn’t be able to take vacations or have a life!

5 stars on Unilocal = Woohoo! As good as it gets! If there were more stars to give, they would deserve those too.
I had a dog walker before but I couldn’t keep her because we moved out of her service area. Was planning a trip out of town and was in a bind. It was crucial that I find someone that I could trust with my dog. I spent a good week going through online search after online search and luckily I came across the Pet Sitters International website — a complete, legit listing of all reputable pet sitters worldwide. If you’ve never looked there, I highly recommend it. Also, I just wanted to have a good ‘feeling’ about them. I had a meet and greet with a dog walker prior to Dog Walks N More and something just didn’t feel right. When I requested more time to think about my decision, they bolted for the door and took my copy of the contract with them like we were obviously a waste of time.
As soon as I met with Vicky, Debbie and Marleen, I was at ease. They were kind, professional, and loved my dog right from the start. As a pet owner, all you want is for your pet to be happy and cared for, especially when you can’t be with them for some period of time. When I got back from my vacation, I’ve never seen her so happy and vibrant — like she was a whole different dog. They sent daily updates via text. Gave her plenty of TLC just like they promised.
What else can I say? They’re the best. Trust me, you won’t be disappointed. Your dog will thank you, and beg to see them again! :)

My husband and I couldn’t be more happy with Dog Walks n’ More. We have a one year old border collie and we recently needed to find a place for him to stay while we went away on vacation. A local obedience trainer recommended Dog Walks n’ More and we set-​up a meet and greet right away. After our initial meeting, we had a great feeling and it was obvious how much Vicky and Marlene genuinely care for dogs. Our dog is a bit shy and he warmed up within the first few minutes of the meet and greet. We had two visits after that and things went very well — our dog was clearly happy when we picked him up at the end of the day. While we were on vacation, we received regular emails, texts, photos and even video clips of our dog. We felt so happy knowing he was in good hands and we thoroughly appreciated the regular updates. When we returned, it was very evident that our dog enjoyed his experience — he was actually sad to leave. We continue to use Dog Walks n’ More for boarding and doggy day care because of the level of attention and expert care our dog receives.

Met with Vicky and Marlene before they were going to take care of our two cats for a few days. Both cats immediately loved them, which is a great first sign since animals can sniff out a good-​hearted person.
My husband and I completely trust Vicky and Marlene coming into our home and caring for our two cats while we are away. We receive daily email updates on how they are doing, and the occasional picture via text or email.
I am extremely thankful for their services so I do not have to leave my cats at a kennel while I am out of town! Amazing service at a reasonable price too.

I had to go out of town for a week and I have used a kennel before but I don’t think the dogs enjoyed that experience. I searched and searched and found Dog Walks N More. I met with Vicky and Marlene prior to my trip. They were both so caring and could tell they truly love animals. While I was away I got a detailed daily email about how my dogs were doing. They came by and walk the dogs daily, made sure there was fresh food and water, had play time, treats, and doggy massages. It put my mind at ease knowing someone was talking care of them while I was gone. I know the dogs enjoyed being at home and having a wonderful person come by and check on them. Because when Marlene came back to drop off my key the dogs could not get enough of her and wouldn’t let her leave. I would highly recommend this company and service to take care of your fur babies. Whenever I go on trips I will definitely use them again.

We are currently using Vicky’s services for our two very energetic dogs. One of my dogs is very, very high energy and needs at least an hour of exercise a day. One of Vicky’s expert dog walkers, Marleen, comes to our home and walks our two chi mixes mid-​day several times a week. Marleen is a godsend. I feel very much at ease knowing that Marleen is taking good care of my guys. She walks them together around the neighborhood, and then she gives them individual attention in the home. Marleen sends me a «progress report» email each afternoon to give me an idea of all the fun stuff they did. When I return home, I find happy, well exercised dogs and fewer messes :)
This is a great service because now I don’t have to feel guilty for leaving my guys cooped up inside all day, and I can take care of an errand or two after work and not feel obligated to rush home and let them out. But if you’re looking for a dog walker, you already know those are the benefits. Here’s why I recommend Vicky over some of her competition:
1. She is a member of both Pet Sitters International and the BBB. I feel safe giving my house key to her.
2. There aren’t a gaggle of people parading through my house. Some other services have tons of dog walkers and any one of those people may come to your house on a given day. My dogs know Marleen and are comfortable with her, and I have met her as well.
3. The services are very affordable, and Marleen performs some extra little touches that I really appreciate. For example, she scooped some poop in my backyard and cleaned up the patio a bit. What a nice surprise when I returned home!
I’m so glad I found Dog Walks n’ More. It has definitely eliminated some of my stress and anxiety about leaving my buddies home during the day.

Professional service at a fair price. You can feel confident that your pets will be taken care of when you hire Vicky and her team. As soon as I found out that Vicky was a retired Gunnery Sergeant I high expectations, and she did not disappoint. We received daily status updates from Marleen (our particular sitter), including a final report on the week’s events. Make your travel worry free and hire the best in the business.

I have used Vicky and her services now for some time. My two boys (Lab and Great Dane) love both her and Marleen. I have used them for short as well as extended stays and would look to no one else to take care of my sons. I come home and the dogs are relaxed, happy, excercised and settled. The house is clean and the overall atmosphere is as if I had never left. Ladies — Beau and Jake thank you… I thank you.

I have known Vicky as a fellow pet sitter and volunteer at the San Diego Humane Society for a couple of years. Her dedication and commitment to the well-​being of animals in her care is exemplary. She is professional, trustworthy, and reliable. Your «furry Kids» will be extremely well cared for and you will have peace of mind knowing they are in great hands.

I’ve since moved out of state, but used Vicky’s services twice to check on my cat while I was living in the Mesa.
She did a great job both times, setting my mind at ease with updates while I was away on my trips. A real pro, with attention to details — highly recommended for all your pet sitting needs. I came home to happy and safe cat, what better referral is there than that? Thanks, Vicky!

Dog Walks N more has taken wonderful care of my 2 furry girls (2 Aussies) for about 4 years. They have enjoyed Vicky’s care pretty much every work day — either for a walk, swim or just fun play time. One is a senior and the other is much more active, and Vicky takes care of their different needs at the same time.
Taking a vacation has been peaceful knowing they are well taken care of at home as well.
If you are looking for care that comes with extra pampering, look no further!

My husband and I went ou t of town for 5 days we wanted someone to come and visit our home instread of taking our pets somewhere and boarding them. Dog Walks n More was great as not only did they take great care of our pets but they also got our mail for us and watche dour house!

Dog Walks N More is a wonderful choice for your precious pets.
Vicki has a great gift to make your pets feel at home. My dog «Grizzly» was comfortable and enjoyed being in the care of Vicki while I traveled across the country. I highly recommend her business and will use her service in the future :)