Pet boarding service · The Village, OK · reviewed since 2023
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%99+58.1Reliability 26%94+24.5Value 15%87+13.2Experts Score= 96Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.96SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#8 of 72 pet sittersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 90%
5.0★★★★★70 Google reviews · 24 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate Buddy’s Doghouse 5/5 based on 70 reviews, with the owner responding to 97% of feedback. Customers describe the facility as a home-like environment specializing in small breeds, offering daycare and boarding services. Recurring themes include proactive communication through photo and video updates, personalized care for dogs with anxiety or medical needs, and safe socialization spaces. No common criticisms appear in the provided excerpts, which consistently highlight staff attentiveness and dog satisfaction.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 70 reviews (100% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 70 Google reviews (65 with written comments, 19 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 97% of reviews.
Most recent review: June 18, 2026.
Service: Pet Sitter serving The Village, Oklahoma.
Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.
Score profile vs other pet sitters
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: value.
Buddy’s DoghousePet Sitters median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Buddy’s Doghouse: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 84.A
99
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Buddy’s Doghouse: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 79.A
94
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 98.–
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ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Buddy’s Doghouse: 87/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
87
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Buddy’s Doghouse: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 61.–
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Star ratings
70 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars70100%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 65 written reviews
96%praise
Praise6696%
Complaints34%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price267%
Reasonable133%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude2435%
Would recommend2029%
Speed & response812%
Honesty & trust710%
Communication57%
Quality & results46%
Price & value11%
What customers talk about
We read 65 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“They have been so patient with him as he warmed up to everyone, and he is enjoying interacting with other people and dogs while in their care.”
“I highly recommend for a safe wonderful place for your fur babies and the most amazing friendly staff.”
“He loves going to Gertie's; I can't recommend them enough!”
“…lace for my Maltipoo, and after trying out several other daycares, I quickly realized that Gertie’s was exactly what we needed.…”
“We have developed a level of trust with Gertie's that we have never had with any other boarder.”
“Laurie communicated wonderfully and I was immediately put at ease.”
“The facility is top notch and the staff is caring and wonderful!”
“Gertie's has been a godsend when I travel, offering a safe, convenient, and affordable place for Hank to stay while I'm away.”
People customers mention
Gertie41 reviews
Laurie13 reviews
Gerties5 reviews
Yorkie3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
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KristenLocal Guide · 13 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★
We have 3 year old Chihuahua who is slow to warm up to strangers. Like most chihuahuas, he can be nervous. We were so happy to find Gertie’s. They have been so patient with him as he warmed up to everyone, and he is enjoying interacting with other people and dogs while in their care. He very much looks forward to…
Reasonable priceDog daycare
emersenLocal Guide · 26 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 10 months ago★★★★★
My dog stella loves coming here! She always plays a lot and has a very good time with the other dogs, who are so sweet and cute!
Great priceDog daycare
KristinLocal Guide · 15 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
Gertie’s has truly been a lifesaver! I was desperate to find a caring, attentive, and fun place for my Maltipoo, and after trying out several other daycares, I quickly realized that Gertie’s was exactly what we needed. At other places I had concerns… small outdoor areas, uninviting play spaces, and being mixed in…
Kristi13 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
So my wife and I are those people who are scared to death to leave our dogs with anyone else, especially a daycare. We recently got a new dog and wanted desperately to do things differently, and we found Gertie's. I went to a few other places and did a walk-through and felt incredibly scared and defeated because the…
gotta10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
When our Yorkie got too old to enjoy traveling with us, we found Gertie's Doghouse. Laurie and her staff have taken excellent care of our dog. We have developed a level of trust with Gertie's that we have never had with any other boarder. During an out of state family emergency, our dog had an age related medical…
ShellyLocal Guide · 30 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a year ago★★★★★
I can’t thank Laurie enough for the peace of mind she gives me every time I travel. Because of her, I’m able to go on extended vacations knowing Jada Joy is treated like family. She not only embraces Jada’s quirky habits and peculiar routines but also handles her stealthy food/snatching ways with patience, humor,…
We have 3 year old Chihuahua who is slow to warm up to strangers. Like most chihuahuas, he can be nervous. We were so happy to find Gertie’s. They have been so patient with him as he warmed up to everyone, and he is enjoying interacting with other people and dogs while in their care. He very much looks forward to going, and jumps with excitement when he hears us say “Gertie’s”. We are so happy to have found this daycare.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Dog daycare
Response from the owner · 4 months ago
Thank you so much !!! We LOVE HIM ❤️❤️
emersenLocal Guide · 26 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews emersen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Gertie’s has truly been a lifesaver! I was desperate to find a caring, attentive, and fun place for my Maltipoo, and after trying out several other daycares, I quickly realized that Gertie’s was exactly what we needed. At other places I had concerns… small outdoor areas, uninviting play spaces, and being mixed in with much larger breeds, but the moment we pulled up to Gertie’s, I knew it was different.
What sealed the deal for me was boarding my dog for the first time. When I came to pick her up, she was so happy and content that she didn’t even want to leave! That’s when I knew this was the right place for us.
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you ❤️❤️
RePaula TateLocal Guide · 118 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews RePaula has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We had such a wonderful experience at Gertie's! We were visiting from Denver and wanted to take the grandkids to the Zoo but had our very spoiled Boston Terrier and needed a place for her to stay while we were at the zoo. Gertie's is minutes away from the zoo and their ratings were wonderful so we gave them a try. We couldn't have been more pleased. Laurie communicated wonderfully and I was immediately put at ease. We arrived in the morning and Laurie was there to greet us. I was worried our pup would have to be drug in and scared to leave us. She went right in with Laurie and never even looked back. Our pup had the best time and even made a couple of new friends. I was really worried our spoiled pup would be traumatized because she is new to doggie daycare and she is a senior but not the case here. She came out calm and completely at ease. I highly recommend for a safe wonderful place for your fur babies and the most amazing friendly staff. I wish I could give more stars!!! Unfortunately I didn't take any photos but the entire place is pristine and it was so cute when we pulled up there were 3 dogs sitting in the window in beds watching the arrivals. Tails just a wagging🥰
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you! Hope to see your sweet baby again!!!
Kristi Smith-kenney13 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kristi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
So my wife and I are those people who are scared to death to leave our dogs with anyone else, especially a daycare. We recently got a new dog and wanted desperately to do things differently, and we found Gertie's. I went to a few other places and did a walk-through and felt incredibly scared and defeated because the dogs were so big. What is great about Gertie as they specialize in small breeds and older dogs. There are no kennels and it looks literally like a home, there's a sofa, there's a TV, and squishy dog beds. The first few weeks I was worried constantly if she was OK and now when I drop her off, I don't even think twice about it anymore. Laurie is great with our Nina girl! Blessed to have found Gertie's!
Response from the owner · a year ago
❤️❤️
gotta gomo10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews gotta has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
When our Yorkie got too old to enjoy traveling with us, we found Gertie's Doghouse. Laurie and her staff have taken excellent care of our dog. We have developed a level of trust with Gertie's that we have never had with any other boarder. During an out of state family emergency, our dog had an age related medical crisis while boarded. Laurie arranged for transport to our vet and back. We believe our pet may have expired without this intervention and care. We just can't give higher praise to Gertie's and the staff. Our dog recognizes we are at Gertie's when we drop her off and she is always excited to be there. What a happy place for a little dog!
Response from the owner · 4 months ago
❤️❤️❤️
Shelly ShortLocal Guide · 30 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Shelly has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I can’t thank Laurie enough for the peace of mind she gives me every time I travel. Because of her, I’m able to go on extended vacations knowing Jada Joy is treated like family. She not only embraces Jada’s quirky habits and peculiar routines but also handles her stealthy food/snatching ways with patience, humor, and care. It’s clear she truly loves the dogs in her care, and I’m beyond grateful to have someone so kind, attentive, and trustworthy taking care of my Jada Joy! If you are putting off traveling because of fears leaving your baby, I highly recommend Gertie’s Doghouse!
Response from the owner · 2 years ago
Thank you so much!!! There is a lot of tiny tail wagging going on❤️❤️❤️
Jamee Kelly6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jamee has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Update 7/3/25
We are so happy with Gertie's Doghouse! We find great satisfaction in that we can drop our dog off at Gertie's and know he'll be well cared for and can play to his heart's content. We love that Gertie's provides a safe place for small and senior dogs.
We absolutely love Gertie's Dog House! Our 15 lb. Goldendoodle has the best time at daycare, always coming home happy and tired after a fun-filled day. One of the things that makes Gertie's so special is their dedicated daycare for small dogs, which gives us peace of mind knowing our pup is in a safe and comfortable environment. The owner is fantastic—punctual, communicative, and truly caring. Her kindness and attentiveness make all the difference. We highly recommend Gertie's Dog House to anyone looking for a wonderful daycare experience!
Response from the owner · a year ago
I Love Toby!! He has really come out of his shell❤️
Felicia Vair3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Felicia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
