Fitdog Santa Monica, California

My senior pup seemed bored and could use a little training, so we signed him up for classes and the difference in his demeanor was instant! He seems happier to go on hikes 1-2 times per week and to play with his puppy pals! Highly recommend for all your pets socializing and training needs :)

This place is great for dropping our doggo off for the day for some good play time, there’s a webcam as well so you can rest assured. Other than that it’s pretty basic but a good price!

The classes here were great. I loved the report cards and my dog had a great time. It's been a little while since we've been there. My only concern is a pretty big one and that's the safety of transportation. Ideally I wish they had kennels in the vans to keep the pups safe but at the very least think they should be tethering the dogs into the van ESPECIALLY the dogs that they are taking to an obedience class. If you're transporting dogs to an obedience class I feel you shouldn't be assuming that when you open the van door they'll all just patiently wait there. I understand it hasn't been an issue many times but it just feels like an unnecessary risk ????. Even for the very well behaved dogs having them loose in the van just feels like a safety issue.

Taught my lab to swim!

I picked up a friend's dog here. The people were extremely pleasant very friendly, they were quick to get me the dog. It's just a nice business, it seems like the dogs are all happy and for me that's the important thing.

The first time we took our puppy there, he became extremely ill and had to go on antibiotics for two weeks. The second try there he came back with big scratch on his face, and developed Kennel cough. I would never go back. Furthermore on each stay they never updated what meals he ate or what walking they completed for the day. So not sure if he ate or got his exercise.

overpriced and rude staff. they also just had a contamination outbreak so stay away.

Pono loves his hikes! So excited to see the leaders...

I took my dogs there for an assessment hike, when I went to pick them up, no one came out to let me know how they did on the hike and told me I had to review the results online which to me is extremely unpersonable. And my dogs were still extremely hyper as if they had no walk at all. It was just not a good experience. My dogs will not be going back there. There was also a lady ahead of me to get her dog who was extremely unhappy as well.

I came to this place cause I was having a difficult time with my puppy. Sylvia, one of the trainers, was so patient with me and relieved my fears and insecurities. I ended up signing my puppy up for their preschool package and it's been great. I love the picture updates they send and the quick synopsis of his day there. I highly recommend this place for their services.

Fitdog is my go to place for boarding, day care and grooming. The staff is always beyond courteous and helpful. My dog has been a fitdog member for about 7 years. Daily report cards and photos keep me informed during her stay. The guests are kept in their separate dens during their stay and they have a solid emergency plan in case they need to exit the dogs. I did not find this at other facilities, some of which let the dogs sleep together in open spaces. Besides my rave reviews, after all these years my dog is always excited to arrive and walks straight to the door that seperates the play area from the front desk. Would give 10 stars if I could!

Fitdog is great! I love that there’s a daily schedule for my dog. I also get a daily report card of how he’s doing & pictures. Plus I have access to the webcam, so whenever I miss my dog, I can see what he’s up to. The staff is great & caring too.

Fit Dog sets the bar very high! I always feel secure knowing my dog is getting the highest quality care available!

Jasmine had such a great time at Fitdiog, as she always does....she returned home yesterday from 4 nights boarding and her tail was wagging non-stop...I could really tell she was one happy dog!!

I love taking my dog here. Hes always happy when I tell him where hes going.

They are an excellent facility with a staff that is truly compassionate and highly skilled

The smell was beyond intolerable! I have been in actual shelters that had way better sanitation. The staff was nice though.

Our dog Ruby suffers from separation anxiety but I can always count on Taylor to read her mood and care for her appropriately thereby alleviating my concern.

Very nice staff. Large play area for dogs which also separates big and small dogs. Tons of extra options for hiking, walks, agility classes, grooming. My dog loves it!

Anyone who allows their pets to be watched over by this facility needs to know they are taking a chance to be in serious trouble LEGALLY AND FINANCIALLY. Yesterday i went on a hike at GRIFFITH PARK with my dog.I noticed 2 gentleman walking a  min of 8 dogs each of all sorts and sizes. As i was walking by they all stopped. One of their smaller dogs started barking and got all the other ones amped up. Before i knew it one pack of dogs started to charge at me and my dog dragging the dog walker.  The dog walker clearly had no control over them and one of the larger breeds BIT onto my dogs lip. My dog isnt agressive and didn't even bark or grawl during this entire altercation.MY DOG isn't just my "PET" he is MY CHILD! I was very upset. When i tried to get information about the business the two gentlemen WALKED AWAY and then told me "YOUR REALLY BEING EXTRA RIGHT NOW BECAUSE YOUR DOG IS BLEEDING ALL OVER THE FLOOR RIGHT?!" Very professional. I contacted the owner and I'm hoping she was professional enough herself to really solve this issue so it won't happen again.  But i haven't heard back from her. There was way too many issues with the whole situation. To many dogs being walked at once, very unprofessional and rude employees. And to top it off i didn't see any employees give these dogs water before putting all of them into a small transit van.

Fitdog is great. The staff is so professional, down to earth, and they truly love dogs and they take the time to get to know the dogs and clients. The onsite services are so convenient like the groomer who is awesome, the laser teeth cleaning (cheaper and safer than at the vet), vaccinations, pool safety, agiliti training, hikes and beach days... They open early and close late (9pm). I love this place and the staff. They take great care of my fur child.

My dog is always happy to go to Fitdog. She’s always greeted by name by the staff and I always feel assured she’s being taken care of and safe.

My dog never wants to come home he likes it so much here.

Love Fitdog the staff is so fun and welcoming. They love their dogs. Michael the groomer does an amazing job with my little guy Taco. Love their digital report cards and online camera access.

I can't decide who loves them more, my two Rhodesian Ridgebacks or me! I know dogs are supposed to have separation anxiety, but it's nothing compared to mine. Thank God I found Fitdog to ease my separation anxiety. Lol, but true.

The best. Our dog loves it here with 3200 square feet of air conditioned space, half for small dogs and the rest for large dogs. Felipe is the manager and is fabulous. Our dog has been happily boarded there and groomed beautifully. She gets do excited and knows the name. I cannot praise them enough! Nina Saxon

Small facility. Friendly staff and work suffiecently. Nice that it doesn't get too busy, so dogs have room.

Love love love Fit dog. They know and love your dog and have so many fun activities for them to do. Couldn’t reco this place more.

Great place leave your dog for the day or overnight. My dog is crazed when I pick him up because he had so much fun. The pictures the staff take and the way the dogs act around them shows they really care.

She looked like she had a good time and made new friends.