Pet boarding service · Tahlequah, 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%95+55.8Reliability 26%93+24.3Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 95Not 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.95SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#11 of 72 pet sittersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 86%
5.0★★★★★41 Google reviews · 24 photos
98%five-star reviews
4.93★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 Rae's Place Dog Service five stars based on forty-one reviews, with the owner responding to ninety-eight percent of feedback. Clients praise the facility for professional grooming, boarding, and training services, noting that staff handle anxious or matted pets with patience and gentleness. Recurring themes include punctual appointments, reasonable pricing, and frequent communication through photos and updates, which provide owners with peace of mind while their animals are in care.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 41 reviews (98% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 41 Google reviews (36 with written comments, 7 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 98% of reviews.
Most recent review: September 3, 2026.
Service: Pet Sitter serving Tahlequah, Oklahoma.
Data from Google, last updated October 28, 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: value and momentum; weakest: reliability.
Rae's Place Dog ServicePet 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.Rae's Place Dog Service: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 84.A
95
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.Rae's Place Dog Service: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 79.A
93
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.Rae's Place Dog Service: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
100
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.Rae's Place Dog Service: 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
41 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars4098%
4 stars12%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 36 written reviews
100%praise
Praise42100%
Complaints00%
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 price1286%
Reasonable214%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude1229%
Would recommend1126%
Quality & results614%
Honesty & trust512%
Speed & response37%
Price & value37%
Communication25%
What customers talk about
We read 36 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Rae is incredibly kind, professional, and clearly has a genuine love for animals.”
“Recommend with more than 5 stars I would give them 100 if I could.”
“The owners did amazing work on a rescue and thanks to there help momma dog and 5 puppies were able to find homes the same day, they did absolutely ama…”
“From the moment we met her, it was clear how much she genuinely loves animals.”
“From the moment we connected, she was friendly, responsive, and easy to work with.”
“She is very reasonably priced and provides excellent, loving care.”
“They were not only professional but also very friendly and their communication throughout the process was excellent.”
People customers mention
Sarah3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Rae's Place Dog Service for 4 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
AAudreyLocal Guide · 37 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 month ago★★★★★
Our dogs love Rae's place! They are always excited to make a visit to Rae and always come home exhausted and happy!:)
Great priceDog groomingDog sitting (in-home)Dog daycare
JJessicaLocal Guide · 41 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. · 2 months ago★★★★★
Rae and Sarah are wonderful with our dogs. Our dogs hated spa days until they met these two gems! When they see the shop, they are excited to go inside and get spoiled. I've noticed that they are easier to bathe at home now, it's amazing.
If you have behavior questions and/or need some training yourself what to do…
Great priceDog groomingService not listed
SSLocal 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. · 4 months ago★★★★★
I can’t say enough wonderful things about the care our dogs received. Knowing they were staying in a loving home instead of a kennel gave us complete peace of mind while we were away. From the moment we met her, it was clear how much she genuinely loves animals.
She treated our dogs like part of her own family,…
CChris2 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★
If I could give 10 stars I would!! Rae is incredibly kind, professional, and clearly has a genuine love for animals. From the moment we connected, she was friendly, responsive, and easy to work with.
Ollie always comes back looking amazing and well cared for❤️
Great priceDog grooming
MMarkLocal 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. · Edited 6 months ago★★★★★
Rae's place truly LOVES dogs and it shows. So professional and compassionate. I will always come back here for anything my dogs need ! Thank yall so much
SSummerLocal Guide · 23 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★
Love Rea's Place. They have taking my (groomer skittish) mini aussie to a grooming loving girl. And the doggie day care is the beat. My Luna loves getting to be with her friends
Great priceOther pet boardingDog groomingDog boarding
Rae and Sarah are wonderful with our dogs. Our dogs hated spa days until they met these two gems! When they see the shop, they are excited to go inside and get spoiled. I've noticed that they are easier to bathe at home now, it's amazing.
If you have behavior questions and/or need some training yourself what to do with your dogs, this is the place. I needed help with my Shorkie's behavior. She's attached and quite aggressive. With a session of training and me being consistent at home, I'm noticing great improvements. She's still on neighborhood watch, that may not ever change. She's less anxious and aggressive and that's what matters. I'm so glad I found Rae's place.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Dog grooming, Service not listed
Response from the owner · a month ago
Awe, thank you! Betty and Butters are truly a delight. We always look forward to them coming! And Betty is super smart, so don't let her play you😂
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S RLocal Guide · 15 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews S has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I can’t say enough wonderful things about the care our dogs received. Knowing they were staying in a loving home instead of a kennel gave us complete peace of mind while we were away. From the moment we met her, it was clear how much she genuinely loves animals.
She treated our dogs like part of her own family, giving them plenty of attention, affection, and care. We received updates and photos that reassured us they were happy, comfortable, and having a great time. When we picked them up, they were relaxed, healthy, and clearly well-loved.
IWe will definitely be using her services again!
Response from the owner · 4 months ago
Annie and Alley were a pleasure to have! Thank you so much.
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Chris Holmes2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Chris has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
If I could give 10 stars I would!! Rae is incredibly kind, professional, and clearly has a genuine love for animals. From the moment we connected, she was friendly, responsive, and easy to work with.
Ollie always comes back looking amazing and well cared for❤️
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Dog grooming
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
Awe, thank you. That makes my whole heart happy!
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Mark DavisLocal Guide · 15 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Mark has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Rae's place truly LOVES dogs and it shows. So professional and compassionate. I will always come back here for anything my dogs need ! Thank yall so much
Response from the owner · Edited 5 months ago
We do love what we do. Thank you for the shout out!
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Summer dryLocal Guide · 23 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Summer has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Love Rea's Place. They have taking my (groomer skittish) mini aussie to a grooming loving girl. And the doggie day care is the beat. My Luna loves getting to be with her friends
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Other pet boarding, Dog grooming, Dog boarding, Dog daycare
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
Awe, we love Luna girl!! Thank you.
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Susan RLocal Guide · 2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Susan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Rae’s Place did an amazing job on my dog’s hair! They were not only professional but also very friendly and their communication throughout the process was excellent. I highly recommend them!
Response from the owner · 9 months ago
Thank you so much! She was so good... she even lifted her paws for us😍
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Shaland Coons1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Shaland has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
