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Canine To Five

Dog day care center · Detroit, MI · reviewed since 2013

How 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 55%60+32.7Reliability 24%31+7.5Value 14%99+14Replies to reviews 7%9+0.6Craft & service penalty76−2.4Momentum penalty88−1.2Experts Score= 51Grade C: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.51SCORE
CGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#62 of 72 pet sittersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 14%
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,541 Google reviews · 24 photos
86%five-star reviews
4.62★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
13.6%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
8%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Canine To Five at a glance

Google reviewers rate the Detroit location 4.7 out of 5 based on 1541 reviews, with the owner responding to 8% of them. Customers frequently praise the friendly staff, professional grooming services, and regular photo updates that provide peace of mind during boarding and daycare visits. Recurring criticisms involve price increases under new management, inconsistent billing practices, and isolated incidents of inadequate communication regarding specific pet needs or grooming expectations.

  • Google rating: 4.7 out of 5 from 1,541 reviews (86% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 1,541 Google reviews (831 with written comments, 75 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 8% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 21, 2026.
  • Service: Pet Sitter serving Detroit, Michigan.

Data from Google, last updated October 26, 2026.

Score profile vs other pet sitters

Score per factor (100 = best)Each 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: value and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction60Reliability31Craft & service76Value99Momentum88Replies to reviews9Satisfaction: 60 (median 84)Reliability: 31 (median 79)Craft & service: 76 (median 98)Value: 99 (median 93)Momentum: 88 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 9 (median 61)
Canine To FivePet Sitters median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 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.Canine To Five: 60/100 on this factor. Category median: 84.B
60
ReliabilityReliability · 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.Canine To Five: 31/100 on this factor. Category median: 79.D
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Craft & serviceCraft & 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.Canine To Five: 76/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.B
76
ValueValue · 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.Canine To Five: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
99
MomentumMomentum · 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.Canine To Five: 88/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
88
Replies to reviewsReplies 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.Canine To Five: 9/100 on this factor. Category median: 61.F
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Star ratings

1,541 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars1,33086%
  • 4 stars996%
  • 3 stars181%
  • 2 stars191%
  • 1 star755%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 831 written reviews

  • Praise68489%
  • Complaints8211%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price2226%
  • Reasonable5565%
  • Overpriced56%
  • Not sure34%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude30540%
  • Quality & results15220%
  • Would recommend10213%
  • Price & value658%
  • Speed & response577%
  • Honesty & trust537%
  • Communication324%

What customers talk about

We read 831 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “I have nothing but nice things to say about the Midtown location.”
    “Extremely rude staff, rolling eyes, ever talking, acted like they didn't want customers.”
  • “I have been bringing Betty to K9 to five and she has had Lauren do her groom from the very start and I have always had excellent work done here.”
    “Those are the two worst experiences I can list, however, they are consistently incredibly slow and leave dogs in the kennel all day with no water or p…”
  • “I would highly recommend Canine to Five for doggy day care and boarding.”
    “For those who read this far, I highly recommend seeking grooming elsewhere.”
  • “The packages at the time were incredible and so worth it knowing how much help I would need getting through the puppy stages.”
    “They were a bit pricey compared to what I'm use to paying, but since he was in need of a haircut really bad we didn't mind the extra $22.”
  • “We discovered that this month and after expressing frustration, the owner reached out immediately and made things right.”
    “…st experiences I can list, however, they are consistently incredibly slow and leave dogs in the kennel all day with no water or potty breaks.…”
  • “The groomer is very patient and has been able to build a relationship of trust with our dog.”
    “Unsurprisingly, Canine to Five's response to my review contains dishonest information.”
  • “We have boarded our dog there a couple of times and the staff was sooo communicative and truly went above and beyond with updates, photos, and extra love.”
    “…are not at all nurturing they totally lied to my face then caged and ignored my pet scared cries.…”

People customers mention

  • Lauren 15 reviews
  • Lisa 11 reviews
  • Midtown 10 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

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Recent reviews

BillLocal Guide · 15 reviewsTotal 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 week ago★★★★★

Below are my opinions. I have nothing but nice things to say about the Midtown location. They were always pleasant and professional. Easy in, easy out, everyone was exceptionally nice and I never had a real issue. Nothing but nice things to say about this location. However, I do not recommend their Ferndale…

Reasonable priceDog daycare
EugeniaLocal Guide · 17 reviewsTotal 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. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

My dog loves this doggy day camp. The staff is always nice, friendly and welcoming to my dog during drop off times.

Reasonable priceDog boardingDog daycare
TimothyLocal Guide · 80 reviewsTotal 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 3 weeks ago★★

Being ruined by private equity. As soon as they were purchased, they jacked up prices, started pushing a bunch of products for sale and it seems like the staff are very strained for resources.

Brend9 reviewsTotal 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 month ago★★★★★

We love Canine to Five. We are so thankful for them, and the love that they show Wiley.

Reasonable price
Kimberley11 reviewsTotal 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 month ago★★★★★

My furbaby loves this place! The staff is always so friendly and gives great vibes which is so important in assuring me that my puppy will be given the love and attention needed.

Reasonable priceDog daycare
Darran7 reviewsTotal 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 month ago★★★★★

My dog is very nervous. The groomer is very patient and has been able to build a relationship of trust with our dog. We really appreciate the treatment we receive during drop off and pick up. Thank you K-9 to 5.

Great priceDog grooming

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Customer reviews

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,541 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Jamed ReedLocal Guide · 131 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jamed has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Staff was not very informative but found what I was looking for

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
barbara3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews barbara has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Always excellent with Lauren now and in the past

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
Response from the owner · 2 months ago

We're so glad to hear you've had consistently excellent experiences with our team over time. Thank you for sharing your feedback and for choosing Canine To Five - Midtown. We look forward to seeing you and your pup again!

Bill JohnLocal Guide · 15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Bill has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Below are my opinions. I have nothing but nice things to say about the Midtown location. They were always pleasant and professional. Easy in, easy out, everyone was exceptionally nice and I never had a real issue. Nothing but nice things to say about this location. However, I do not recommend their Ferndale location as that place is hostile and unprofessional (the exact opposite of this location).

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Dog daycare
Response from the owner · 2 months ago

It is wonderful to read your feedback. Thank you for highlighting the professionalism and friendliness of our team at Canine To Five - Midtown. We appreciate your kind words and are glad your visits have always been smooth and welcoming. We look forward to seeing you again!

Eugenia ChunnLocal Guide · 17 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Eugenia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

My dog loves this doggy day camp. The staff is always nice, friendly and welcoming to my dog during drop off times.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Dog boarding, Dog daycare
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

It's wonderful to hear that your Bichon Frise, Biscotti enjoys coming to our Canine To Five - Midtown daycare, Eugenia. We appreciate your kind words about our team and are grateful you trust us to care for your precious pup. Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We look forward to seeing you both again soon!

Dennis AndrezikLocal Guide · 20 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dennis has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Staff was friendly, professional, and took great care of our pup, Onslo

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Dog ear cleaning, Dog bathing and blow dry, Dog nail trimming
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Dennis, we really appreciate you sharing your experience. It is wonderful to know our team made Onslo feel cared for and that you felt welcome at Canine To Five - Midtown. Thank you for trusting us with your pup, and we hope to see you both again soon!

Timothy KilleenLocal Guide · 80 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Timothy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Being ruined by private equity. As soon as they were purchased, they jacked up prices, started pushing a bunch of products for sale and it seems like the staff are very strained for resources.

Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago

We’re truly sorry to hear that it feels like Canine to Five no longer fits your current needs for Dave. We have absolutely loved caring for him since he was just a year old, and we’re grateful for the many years we’ve had the opportunity to spend with him. We also want to clarify that our daycare pricing has increased by only $2. Over time, we’ve expanded the products and retail offerings available to provide fun experiences, snacks, and helpful items that families can enjoy with their pups at home. While ownership has changed, the dedicated staff who have cared for Dave over the last seven years have remained committed to providing personalized, attentive care. We’re incredibly proud of the relationships our team has built with Dave and so many of the dogs in our care. That said, we understand your frustration and respect that your family’s needs may change over time. We sincerely appreciate the trust you’ve placed in us to care for Dave, and we truly hope to see you both again in the near future.-Kelsey

Brend VanWallaghen9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Brend has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We love Canine to Five. We are so thankful for them, and the love that they show Wiley.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
Cindy Lozon3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Cindy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Izzy always looks great!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Dog grooming
Response from the owner · a month ago

Cindy, we love hearing that Izzy is looking her best after a visit! Thank you, Cindy, for trusting Canine To Five - Midtown with her care. We look forward to seeing you both again soon!

Kimberley Fisher-Alexander11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kimberley has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

My furbaby loves this place! The staff is always so friendly and gives great vibes which is so important in assuring me that my puppy will be given the love and attention needed.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Dog daycare
Response from the owner · a month ago

Kimberley, It means a lot to know your 9-year old Morkie, "Lola" feels so comfortable and happy with us, Kimberley. Our team works hard to create a caring, positive environment for every fur baby, and your feedback truly brightens our day. Thank you for trusting Canine To Five - Midtown with Lola, and we look forward to many more fun visits together!

Darran Hendricks7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Darran has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

My dog is very nervous. The groomer is very patient and has been able to build a relationship of trust with our dog. We really appreciate the treatment we receive during drop off and pick up. Thank you K-9 to 5.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Dog grooming
Response from the owner · 2 months ago

It means a lot to hear your dog feels comfortable with us, especially since we know how tough grooming can be for pups who are a little nervous. We’re grateful you’ve noticed the patient approach our team takes and that drop off and pick up have been positive for your family. Thank you for trusting Canine To Five - Midtown, and we would be happy to welcome you both again soon.

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