Healthy Paws Pet Specialists

Animal & House Sitting, Dog Walking, Animal Fencing,

About us

Medically Trained Veterinary Technicians and Assistants at your service. We offer everything from taking your pet hiking to post surgical monitoring in your home. We are recommend by veterinarians all over San Diego county and pride ourselves in offering the most highly trained pet service available. With over 20 years of combined veterinary hospital experience, we are able to respond to any situation and work with any type of animal.

Business highlights

12 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Basic obedience training. Specialty cat care. Dog & cat medication assistance. Dog day care. Dog hiking. Trips to local dog beaches. Dog park outings. Medication administration. Pet hospice services. Pet transportation. Post surgical care. Private dog walks. Private overnight pet sitting. Specialty boarding. Vaccination evaluations.

Services we don't offer

Vaccines. Dental procedures. Selling & buying of veterinary drugs.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
PayPal
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

5.036 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
94%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
6%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.9
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 26-36 of 36 reviews

nick L.
07/2014
5.0
pet sitters
  + -1 more
He did a great job. Fair pricing.
Description of Work: He watched our dogs while we were on vacation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Marshall D.
06/2014
1.0
pet sitters
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Ate all our food . |Messed up our house. |Showed up over an hour late. |Everything he said he was going to do he didn't .

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
2.0

$800

Response from Healthy Paws Pet Specialists
[Member name removed], I am sorry [member name removed] that you feel services were not performed as expected. It is actually in our contract that we do not take care of animals that are intact or that have not been spayed. However, I tried to go above and beyond because you were in dire need of help so I decided to take on the task of helping your babies although you are almost an hour out of my typically service area. I did my absolute best to accommodate your request and arrive at 5:00am in the morning in an area that is not within our service area. Our company will do our absolute best to arrive when agreed but we cannot contractually fulfill the exact time of my arrival was changed 7 hours (11:30 P.M.) before the agreed upon time. I believe that is also should be known that you had clearly mentioned that you and your wife would be spending all day cleaning up the "dog mess" which included cleaning dog urine and fecal matter throughout the house. You also failed to mention that your daughter was the one who "arrived" at the home whom had never seen the condition of the home (ever). Reports on the condition and cleanliness of a home by a person who had never seen the status of the home is unjustified. Furthermore, upon my arrival, you informed me that one of your dogs was going thru a heat cycle (bleeding all over the house) and you also informed me that FIVE of your adult dogs were not trained to use the bathroom outside and regularly had accidents in the home. Despite all of these violations of our contract, changes in schedule, and distance over 1.5 hours away from our service area, I made it a priority to take the utmost care of your dogs by providing you with photos, videos, and more. [Member name removed], I took on the task of traveling to Pala because you were in desperate need of help and I always try to go above and beyond for my clients. I have reached out to you during and after the time of service in order to make sure that everything was up to your satisfaction but received no response. I should also add that I even offered to help with the evacuation of your pets during the fire after MONTHS of not getting any response from you. You specifically violated our contractual agreement by not informing me when you (pet owners- physically returned to the household) and I did my best to clean your home on a daily basis (including dog urine, fecal matter, and blood fro your dogs menstrual cycle). I can guarantee that I thoroughly cleaned every corner of your home which included disinfecting your floors and mops and more. I spent over 5 hours on the date of my departure to make sure that your home was cleaner than you left it which is something Healthy Paws makes as a standard policy. Lastly, we discussed at length training plans and ways in which we could potentially rectify training problems in a household of over SIX dogs with behavioral issues. Six untrained dogs that are not potty trained and not spayed or neutered will create a mess in any home and I did my absolute best to clean up after them, attempt to train them with basic commands, and make sure that they were all healthy and happy, while also maintaining steady contact with you. Please feel free to contact me personally via phone or e-mail if you would like to discuss this matter further. Again, I am sincerely sorry that you were this dissatisfied with our service but we cannot accept liability or reports based on the comments of someone who is not the owner of the dogs or the household.

Jeffrey G.
11/2013
5.0
pet sitters
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His rates are incredibly fair and yy dogs thrive on love and attention, so I have her come in the morning and evening, and for an hour in the middle of the day (when I'm out of town), so they can have longer walks, and plenty of time for loving. They are always elated when I go out of town because of the care that he takes for my pups. My dogs stayed at his beautiful home on one occasion (due to home repairs going on while I was out of town) and he even let my dogs sleep with them at night!! He leaves my home in a better condition than before I left with the water bowls are clean with full water, and constant updates with how my dogs did. I 100% recommend Charlie and Healthy Paws! When you and your dog meet him ... you will absolutely want to hire him!
Description of Work: I feel so fortunate to have found Charlie and Healthy Paws Pet Specialists! He came to my home in San Diego to take care of my 2 rotties, one of which is a bit aggressive, but he won him over within minutes. He is dependable, trustworthy, and incredibly knowledgable. He LOVES helping animal and it really shows. What impressed me so much on our first meeting was that he came in, greeted me, and then sat on the floor to meet my dogs.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

Bianca P.
11/2013
5.0
pet sitters
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My kitties have been "patients" of Healthy Paws for awhile now because they require subcutaneous hydration as a result of some kidney problems. Believe me when I say I will only accept the very best for my pets & would never consider another service. He took care of one of my kitties twice a day for weeks providing medical care NO pet sitter could provide. Charlie and his contractors always take care of daily visits when I am out of town and send me daily updates to ensure that everything has been taken care of. You miss your babies when you are away but have complete peace of mind because they are in the highest skilled and loved hands you can find! Thank you from myself & from my kitties!
Description of Work: Don't your fur children deserve the very best for all that they give you? Of course they do! Healthy Paws provides unsurpassed care ranging from in-home medical support, day care & anything else you might need. Your loved pet gets to stay in their home & not go through the trauma of being boarded in unfamiliar surrounds. The Owner Charlie Whitney is a highly trained veterinary technician and has assisted in numerous surgical and chronic cases with San Diego's top veterinarians! Charlie has the highest standards and absolutely demands top notch professional service & abilities. They are qualified to give the expert care to provide those patients requiring medical needs. He first has a "meet & greet" with both you & your pet to put you at ease knowing you will be provided the best. He requires his contractors to give 100% of themselves & of course love all animals. Each specialists goes well beyond what is asked for.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$430

Michael M.
11/2013
5.0
pet sitters
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Let me start this by saying-if I could give 6 stars I would! On a recent visit to San Diego, I was looking for someone to take care of my older dog Fang. Fang isn?t the friendliest of dogs but it was obvious that Charlie was a dog whisperer. We were staying at a hotel in Del Mar and Healthy Paws was able to take him to the dog beach, give his anti-inflammatories, and bring him back squeaky clean after we played all day at Seaworld and Disneyland. It takes a lot for me to trust someone with my dog because he is an older guy but the experience of this company left me at ease knowing that they have the training to handle any scenario old fang could have gotten into. Thanks Healthy Paws Pet Specialists!!
Description of Work: Watched and took care of my dog for a few days

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Katelyn M.
10/2013
5.0
pet sitters
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Charlie has taken care of my dogs for me over the past few years when I have gone out of town, and I have been extremely satisfied with his service. He is attentive and makes sure to do everything I ask of him. He has been extremely reliable and my dogs always have a great time. Charlie regularly goes above and beyond with his care of my dogs, taking them on long walks, playing with them in the backyard, etc., you can tell he really enjoys his work and respects the animals he cares for. I am extremely satisfied with his work and would recommend this company to anyone looking for a pet sitter or dog walker.
Description of Work: Provided Dog-Walking and Pet Sitting services.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

Response from Healthy Paws Pet Specialists
Thank you for your kind words! We will always be here for your puppies!

Carmen R.
10/2013
5.0
pet sitters
  + -1 more
Charles, the owner and I, we got an appointment first to talk about my dog and his background, we talked about some significante matters of the behavior of my dog and he sent me an email about the services cost and if i was agree to send him the payment. He's very professional and i am really glad i left my Dog with him i did't feel like he was an stranger, he was sending me emails and pictures about how my dog was doing. Charles is a very active person and he was exactly what my dog needed. Chino (my dog) was learning to swim, i was very glad being overseas that my dog was enjoying his time with someone like Charles. I absolutely recommend his services.
Description of Work: He's very professional and know exactly what were the needs of my Dog. He took care of my dog and he was very attentive with me and was responding me all the questions i made. I am very glad about his service. He's a professional and know what he does.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

Response from Healthy Paws Pet Specialists
It as a pleasure working with you and Chino. He is a true gentleman and I am confident we will be able to make him a happier dog!

michael M.
10/2013
5.0
pet sitters
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Charlie Whitney, the owner of Healthy Paws, has a wonderful connection with animals and my dogs love him. Everyday I come to fresh water and food in there bowls. Always an easy and good experience. I highly recommend Healthy Paws!
Description of Work: I am the lucky owner of two very active Siberian Huskies. Unfortunatley I spend much of my day working. That's when I found Healthy Paws. They pick my dogs up and take them out to play on the beach. This extra play time makes them much less likely to destroy my house before I come home.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$85

Response from Healthy Paws Pet Specialists
Thank you [member name removed]! Your pets were a pleasure to work with-feel free to call if you have any questions or needs in the future!

Robert L.
10/2013
5.0
pet sitters
  + -1 more
Fantastic experience!! Mr. Whitney was very helpful and accommodating due to the last minute nature of my experience. I had a family emergency and I felt very comfortable due to Mr. Whitney' knowledge and experience in the veterinary business I knew he would be able to handle any unforeseen emergency should one arise. The best part was that after 4 days being away, my dog was very happy almost as though he had just gotten back from vacation. They did not keep him in a cage most of the day as other places do and treated him with love and care. Healthy Paws will be the first place I call next time I need to leave town. Thanks again!!
Description of Work: Healthy Paws watched my dog for 4 days.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

linda B.
09/2013
5.0
pet sitters
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I would like to take this opportunity to tell anyone who is thinking of having Charlie Whitney pet sit for them what a wise decision they are making. Charlie has been sitting for my two dogs for the past few years. They are now senior citizens, a 14 year old English Cocker Spaniel and and a 15 year old Border Collie. He has stayed with them for up to two weeks at a time.As Charlie has been a Vet tech for a number of years, I find him well qualified, and he is a true pet lover. He walks the dogs, and will send me pictures of them if I am worried about any issues. He has even texted me offering advice on care of them as they have aged.My dogs are always happy and well cared for and happy to see him. . And as an added plus, my house is always in spotless condition when I return, as if I had just left. He is reliable and dependable and makes sure your animals come first. I just hope this recommendation, doesn?t mean he won?t be available next time I need him!!!? - Linda B., Pets: Jake & Molly
Description of Work: Sat for my dogs and provided all necessary care for them, sometimes for two weeks at a time.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Charlene P.
06/2013
5.0
pet sitters
  + -1 more
Paws on the Beach Pet Care is hands down the most qualified pet sitting company in San Diego. Charlie and his team are all highly qualified, veterinary technicians that consistently exhibit the highest standards of professionalism. It is clear in the way they interact with my dogs that this company absolutely lives and breathes all things animal. Their staff was able to give me recommendations on everything from behavioral issues to veterinary vaccination standards which is absolutely unparalleled. While traveling, Paws on the Beach consistently provided me with clear communication on the condition of all six of my dogs. Knowing that my animals were in the hands of true professionals with strong veterinary backgrounds was the only way I could enjoy my long awaited vacation! Because anyone can start a pet sitting company these days, I was incredibly apprehensive about letting strangers into my home. Paws on the Beach staff members were incredibly trustworthy with all of my belongings and were beyond respectful of my entire home. If you live in the Rancho Santa Fe area, you can rest assured that they will provide your pets with the highest quality care in the pet sitting and pet care industry!
Description of Work: They have helped me with everything from evaluating my veterinary bills to taking my dogs to my veterinarian. Knowing that they understand this industry, they have saved me a lot of money by explaining to me what is absolutely necessary vs. what is not in veterinary medicine. Furthermore, they have helped me with extended overnight stays, dog walking, administering medications, evaluating and solving various behavioral and physical problems, and have even created personalized weekly, monthly, and annual plans for each one of my dogs.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$675

Response from Healthy Paws Pet Specialists
Thank you for the kind words! We have recently changed our named to Healthy Paws Pet Specialists but nothing else has changed!!
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Contact information

6510 Avenida Wilfredo, La Jolla, CA 92037

www.healthypawsPS.com

Service hours

Sunday:
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Monday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
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Service Categories

Animal & House Sitting,
Dog Walking,
Animal Fencing,
Veterinarians,
Animal Training

FAQ

Healthy Paws Pet Specialists is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

Sunday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Healthy Paws Pet Specialists accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
Yes, Healthy Paws Pet Specialists offers free project estimates.
Yes, Healthy Paws Pet Specialists offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Healthy Paws Pet Specialists does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Healthy Paws Pet Specialists offers emergency services.
Yes, Healthy Paws Pet Specialists offers warranties.
Healthy Paws Pet Specialists offers the following services: Basic obedience training. Specialty cat care. Dog & cat medication assistance. Dog day care. Dog hiking. Trips to local dog beaches. Dog park outings. Medication administration. Pet hospice services. Pet transportation. Post surgical care. Private dog walks. Private overnight pet sitting. Specialty boarding. Vaccination evaluations.
Vaccines. Dental procedures. Selling & buying of veterinary drugs.

Contact information

6510 Avenida Wilfredo, La Jolla, CA 92037

www.healthypawsPS.com

Service hours

Sunday:
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Monday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM