Because of Hobbs' ordeal, we are very discerning when it comes to his care. Karla and her staff offer the very best.
Hobbs is considered by  every veterinarian who knows his case as a miracle dog. Mass Veterinary Referral Hospital named him Emergency room Patient of the Month-complete with poster-for surviving the worst case of Pyrothax they had encountered. Survival was not optimistic, but drastic measures were taken because he ws only 1 1/2 years old. Eight days in ICU, his chest was completely cut open for surgeries and subsequent plasma transfusions, with drainage tubes, antibiotic IV's oxygen, catheter a;nd whatnot inserted inserted everywhere in his body. Hope wasn't given for our big guy for six days.

Hobbs loves to go to and gets all excited when we say, "want to go to Karla's?" We love it because he had become a alittle spoiled and that doesn't work for a 110 lb dog. Through her professional care he has become more socialized, more relaxed and better mannered. I can drive without worrying about him jumping out of the window at every living thing we pass. He is a punch card-playcare "Rendezvous Regular". We have boarded him several times, and he always looks so handsome when he is groomed there. We recommend Karla and the Staff at Karla's Pet Rendezvous to everyone. We have been more than pleased with every service Hobb's has received and with every staff member he has been inviolved with.

Diane & Jim Guthrie
Madison, NH

PS We LOVE his report cards!


Hobbs Guthrie

Karla's is great place for Tai, he is high-spirited with a LOT of energy. He gets very excited when he knows hes going to see his buddies. He happily greets the staff and can't wait to go out to the yard where he gets to run (he LOVES to run), plays catch, and always has a friend. He goes to Doggie Day Care a few times a week and he burns off all of his energy and very relaxed when he gets home.

Tai isn't a fan of baths, but with his trust of Colleen, he's squeaky clean and smells fresh after his baths. The staff are very friendly and very knowledgable. Overall, Tai loves Karla's and so do we, it's always pleasant, we also know he's in great hands, and has a BALL!

The Williams

Tai Williams

 Shamus & Clover Campbell

Karla and staff, I can't tell you how happy I am with the grooming of Shamus and Clover.  Of coarse they looked like a million. Fur so fluffy , soft and shiney.  But the detail to their very long nails. No one has ever done such a nice job with length. Just perfect. (the only other time they looked that good on shamus was when he was under anesthesia) I know he is a nervous guy and it couldn"t have been easy! And their ears!  Very nice. As expected they were glad to be back in their car and leaving but they made sure to let me know they actually had a good time. Everyone was very happy and exhausted. The ride home to Tuftonboro was easy!   I think the dynamics of seeing other happy pups has made Karla's an okay place to be for them. I think as far as Shamus sensitivites to shampoos, I am not expecting any issues.   Thanks for fitting us in on such a short notice. It sure is going to make the rest of the season a lot softer.   Marie Campbell

Sofi Bryans

This is the most wonderful, caring, loving, warm and safe place to leave your pet. I left my 15 year old dachshund Katie, who has never been away from us, let alone stayed in a kennel in all her 15 years. She is old and ailing and needed plenty of special care and she received everything plus more at Karla's Pet Rendezvous. I was concerned about her becoming anxious and stressed and instead she THRIVED. Karla and her staff are all exceptional, wonderful animal-loving people! Their love and passion for animals is all so evident. The place is clean, cozy, bright and cheery! I am so grateful for all the love and care they gave my Katie. 10 stars to Karla's place! Also, for an added treat for your pet while your pet is staying at Karla's, get a Reiki Treatment by Karen McCarthy from Fryeburg, ME! Katie had one and it made a world of difference.

July 18, 2009 by Nanci Angelini in Reading, MA



If Jake could speak I am sure he would say "Karla's is a great home away from home!" Jake has just spent ten days there and he came home looking wonderful - clean, well groomed and very relaxed.  We have taken him there several times in the past year and he is always excited upon his arrival.  That is Jake's own testimony.
We see Karla's as very clean, well organized, well staffed and a pleasant place for all.  The health watch is thorough.  Pets are checked for fleas upon arrival and required to be up to date with all vaccinations.  The play and exercise areas are spacious and always well cared for -  after Jake digs a few holes they are quickly filled up too.
We are fortunate to have such a fine facility in the Mt. Washington Valley.  Have a vacation and be at peace with your pet at Karla's!   Suzanne and John Felber,  Conway