The Mindful Dog

Kelly and Ross are the absolute BEST! My Vizsla Sadie has been going to The Mindful Dog for over 5 years and she loves it. Kelly and Ross actually play with the dogs so no one is sitting around, even takes them on hikes if need be and my dog always comes home tired. They post videos and pictures everyday so you can see how much fun all the pups are having. They are flexible with scheduling and really make your dog feel like part of their family. I could not recommend them enough!

Ross and Kelly are the absolute best and I could not recommend them any more. Willie started going to them for a few months before being diagnosed with cancer. Not only are Ross and Kelly great at what they do, but they sincerely care about your pet and once they are part of the pack… they are part of a family. They always have your pets best interest in mind and we couldn’t be happier that Willie is back with them again. I not only trust them wholeheartedly but they are super accommodating and caring. Its obvious to see that they love what they do and the dogs love being with them. Just check out the pictures on their Facebook/​Instagram page.
With that said, if you want your dog to have an amazing experience, with people that care so much them… this is the place for you.
5 enthusiastic stars.

Ross and Kelly are THE BEST! My pup’s been in their pack for 5 years now and she adores them. You will not find a better doggy daycare. They really engage all the dogs in fun, play all day. Luna always comes home and konks out. Incredibly friendly, loving couple! And they post pictures and videos every day so you can see how happy your pup is with them!

I can’t image The Mindful Dog getting anything less than 5 stars. Our dog was born blind and this is the only place I would ever feel comfortable leaving her. We met Ross & Kelly (and the pack) at the dog park and immediately she was at ease and playful. She’s being going to camp for a couple years now and is so much happier and more confident. We’ve also adopted a second dog that we were introduced to through them. I think she loves The Mindful Dog even more than the first.

You will not find a better doggy daycare. These guys are the absolute best. They love my baby just as much as I do. They give my chocolate lab the exercise & socialization that he needs and I just don’t have the energy/​time for. He always comes home happy and content. Ross & Kelly are the best!!!

Kelly & Ross are really committed to their Pack. When they had to leave Laurel Canyon due to a ridiculous new ordinance their determination to create an environment that would satisfy the Pack became apparent in the new photos of the dogs «on the Island,» «in the pool,» etc. My Beau has been with Kelly & Ross since he was 8 months old. Fortunately he no longer needs to wear boots now that he is playing on a flat surface. He used to rip his paw pads in his zeal to catch the ball. After playing with the pack he is so content that only his tail moves to greet me when I come home from work.

Kelly’s Pet Care is by far the best pet care in LA.
Unlike other ‘dog walkers’ that walk at snail speed with the pack, Ross & Kelly really pump up the energy and get the dogs excited! I’ve been going to the dog park for about 3 years now and no one is as dedicated as they are. They bring plenty of toys for everyone and have fresh water on site all the time.
I refuse to believe that anyone has had a negative encounter with Ross & Kelly, thats simply not possible.
Not to mention, they put up weekly pictures of the dogs having fun, and really, thats all the proof you’ll need to see that the dogs love them!
–Your #1 fan. Tiffany!

I cannot believe the review written by «Corinne H» about this wonderful service that Kelly and Ross Levy provide for our dogs! I truly can’t imagine what experience drove this response. My husband and I are full time working people and my beloved Beaumont has been a pack-​member for 5 years. Three days a week these terrifically caring people take him to the park for much-​needed exercise and doggie socialization. He also often boards with them when we need to leave town. His joy at seeing them upon pick up says it all! They are the most loving, gentle and accepting dog people on the planet! They are truly members of our dog’s family. If I have any concern, it’s that he may love being with them more than being at home!
Roz W
PS – I ask anyone considering Kellys Pet Care to read beyond this one negative review and see the true experiences of those of us lucky enough to be members of the Kellys Pet Care pack!

Hi everyone! I have been sending my dog, Lamp to Kelly and Ross for over 5 years now. Before that, My sister sent her dog, there along with her new dog…
1^st, I wanna say, I know the lady who gave the BAD review about Ross and Kelly. She is a very insane person. I ran into her at the dog park one day and she was really upset at the city for not having a person come and clean the dog park. Like, hire a housekeeper for the dog park! Huh? Are you kidding? She had a problem with the dogs barking also? She complained to me that it was a nuisance for the dogs to not be trained not to bark at everything. You get my drift? Not right in the head… Enough of her, though. Don’t listen to her.
Back to Kelly and Ross… They are amazing. They went so far as buying 2 oversized cargo vans to transport the dogs to and from the park. They are air conditioned/​heated (Yes, that is our dogs pics on the outside of it, also).Dogs are pack animals. They love having their pack around them… They hang out comfortably in the van as all their friends join them on the «pick up» and «drop off»…Don’t you think they’d rather be hanging with their friends in the van than sitting alone in their houses? YEs! I think so also… Its like kids on a school bus.
They always take the time to ask us how our dog is. Treat each one of them like he/​she were their own/​send helpful material about problems/​health info we might need etc. They know everyone in our household by name and I give them the key/​code to our home! No worries! They are amazing! They are family to us. Plain and simple: Good people! Caring, generous, not enough words to descibe them… My dog might soon be a TV star too thanks to them. I think TLC or some network is gonna do a reality series based on them… Enough said. You know they are thoroughly checked out if they are gonna be on TV!

Before I talk about Kelly’s Pet Care’s incredible service, I must first talk about the owners: Kelly and Ross. I am not one to exaggerate, and I truly believe that they are the kindest, most genuine couple that I have ever met. Both Kelly and Ross have an exceedingly rare quality that is almost difficult to explain… maybe it’s their upbeat and friendly personality, their energetic demeanor, or just their pure love for the pack. Ross and Kelly are incredible people, great friends, and wonderful, professional business owners.
Kelly’s Pet Care is the only service that I would EVER trust with my precious Golden Retrievers. My dogs come home exhausted, happy, and clean (Which says a lot because my dog always wins «Dirtiest Dog in the Park Award» after a trip to Laurel Canyon!)
Kelly and Ross do not bring dogs that are aggressive. This brings tremendous peace of mind to me, considering one of my dogs is a puppy. I have been socializing my pup, Winston, with Kelly’s dogs and it has been an incredible experience for both me and my little one. Winston is now confident and playful around other dogs, thanks to the amazing socialization that a friendly «pack environment» provides.
I highly recommend Kelly’s Pet Care to anyone seeking a dog care service with professionalism, care, and a deep passion for improving the life of your dog.

There are many choices for those of us in LA who need pet care. But the people who take care of your pets might not be the kind of people you’d want in your home or they might lack a certain amount of professionalism. This was just the first reason I fell in love with Ross & Kelly. First of all, they wear cute little khaki camp uniforms! Now, that’s pride in your business. They drive branded air-​conditioned vans and use the utpost care and safety when transporting your dog. If you’ve been to the dog park and have seen other dog walkers and group leaders, you’ll see that many are off-​leash in the parking lot or are all jumping out of the truck at once. At the park, they stand out — they play games and love each of the dogs as if they were their own. They aren’t sitting around talking on their cell phones like many of the other dog walkers. My dog is a bit high-​maintenance and a bit of afraid of little things. But Ross and Kelly took so much time and had so much patience that even my Lucy got over her issues. They are truly the best!

When my dog met Ross and Kelly, I quickly realized that I didn’t have a choice: Toby had already chosen them and their wonderful pack, and there was little that I was going to be able to do to drag him away from all of the fun that they were having. As I watched them work (over months of time), it became evident to me that they are providing a level of service that is incredibly hard to find. They are remarkably attentive to each dog’s individual needs. Not only do I trust them with Toby’s life, I’d trust them with my own… They’re that good. (And, I’d be in much better shape if they picked ME up everyday, too!) There are quite a lot of dog walkers out there in LA (I’ve seen them in action) who don’t deliver on their promises. But Ross and Kelly are the real deal. They’ve dramatically improved my dog’s quality of life. I can’t say enough good things about them.

Every weekday, Ross & Kelly pick up «the pack» in dog-​friendly air conditioned vans and take them for a full day of playtime at the Laurel Canyon dog park. They give personalized attention to every single dog… they know each dog’s personality, likes & dislikes. They know how ball-​obsessed my dog is & always remember to bring his favorite squeeky toy!
If you’ve ever been to the Laurel Canyon dog park, you’ve probably noticed the other dog walkers who hang out chatting on their cell phones, barely paying attention to the dogs. Ross & Kelly are the complete opposite. They are constantly running around & playing games with the dogs to keep them engaged and entertained. They even lead the pack on group hikes up into the wooded hillside at the north end of the park. Winston always comes home completely exhausted & happy… and somehow, they even manage to get him totally clean before delivering him home for a well-​deserved nap!
I can’t imagine sending my dog with anyone else… their level of professionalism, knowledge & obvious love for dogs is truly unparalleled. They are also incredibly trustworthy– we feel completely comfortable giving them a set of keys to our house.
The only downside… Winston is more excited to see Ross & Kelly come to the door than me! :)