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Wildside Unlimited

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Anybody can choose to work with animals, but not everyone is an expert. You can be sure that relying on Wildside Unlimited means you are entrusting your pet with a state-of-the-art professional.
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Our pet sitting and animal training staff are educated and specialize in training and care of the healthy, senior or handicapped pets.

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6 December 2019

Elaine and Chris are amazing and patient trainers. I am working with my dog Rio for his Community Canine Good Citizen certification and look forward with working with both my dogs in their agility foundation class!

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13 March 2019

I recently traveled internationally and chris stayed in my home with my 73 pound pitbull. i never had to worry about a thing. he had excellent communication (even got a app so i wouldn't get international fees) everything went smoothly with her feedings, i feed raw so it requires a little more thought and attention then normal kibble diet. i returned to my home to the way i left it. chris and laney are sweethearted, ethical, educated dog people. i live in a apt building and all my neighbors had lovely things to say about chris! i'd like to also mention their daughter Chole comes to my home three times a week and walks my dog. it just helps so much knowing if i'm running behind at work, i don't have to race home cause the dogs bladder may explode. she follows all my rules on where to walk and now she started walking my neighbors puppy cause they saw the good job she was doing! i do know chris and laney as my employers at wildside grooming. now i'm just simply a customer of their dog sitting & walking services More...

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11 March 2019

Dog training-Laney and Chris are amazing trainers! They have done wonders for your family pets. I highly recommend them as extraordinary dog trainers!

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23 January 2019

They do great grooming for doodles.

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29 December 2018

Love this place! Cute storefront in Little Italy with a friendly, knowledgable staff. Always nice to support a local business instead of a big chain store.

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29 December 2018

This place is amazing! It is a hidden little gem! Perfect for all the dog lovers here in Little Italy! Located next to Po Pazzo near their valet. They have everything you need with amazing service! Can't wait to take my little fur ball in there to let her pick out some new bling! More...

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29 December 2018

Marley got a great wash and trim here yesterday in little Italy. Mercedes (the groomer) was fantastic with her and the owner (chris) was great. This is where we will be getting her grooming food and treats from now on. I was extremely impressed with the service. More...

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29 December 2018

Having Wildside is such a bonus to all pet owners in the neighborhood. Lani and Chris are always so helpful. The selection of food, toys and anything that you might need is right here, including grooming and dog training. I highly recommend the classes. My little dog, Jewel, thinks it's Doggie Disneyland and I can only get her to leave if I pick her up! More...

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29 December 2018

What an amazing place this is. I just talked with the owners for about 30 minutes about different types of organic foods and treats, and was blown away by their amount of knowledge. They have solid, quality foods here, fun toys/outfits/leashes/etc., and overall are truly honest, real, and wonderful people. Every single person in the store had an positive vibe and was happy to help. I bought a load of stuff, and expect some happy dogs when I get home! More...

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29 December 2018

So kind and patient with my anxious pit-bull. They were so kind to us and they left me with a good smelling, relaxed pup. Service was above and beyond what I was expecting and they gave me a call to let me know my pup was being a good girl.

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29 December 2018

Wildside Unlimited is an EXCELLENT place to enjoy with your pet. This adorable shop offers everything you need including awesome, SAFE, skillful grooming. For those of us who take our pets seriously, there is no other place like Wildside. More...

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29 December 2018

Our puppy (nearly 7 months old at this writing) just completed the AKC S.T.A.R classes with Laney at Wildside Unlimited and we are looking forward to going back for the C. G.C. classes in a month or so. Here's what we love about Laney and Chris and the team at Wildside:
1) They know how to communicate wonderfully with humans as well as dogs: kind, direct, and are great listeners and observers. Wonderful problem solvers.
2) By doing the classes outside, in Little Italy, our puppy and we were exposed to all kinds of real-life situations which boosted our confidence in how to handle things when we got home.
3) Laney goes further than the AKC S.T.A.R program requires with walking, the distance we must walk away, the puppy grooming, everything.
4) The five classes do not have to be taken one after the other. If we need to miss a week, we just come back when we can to take the next one. Having a class with all levels of puppy and all needs reinforces what we've learned and was a lifesaver when a family emergency prevented us from attending several classes. We actually started when our puppy was five months old and just finished.
5) The puppy grooming introduced us to Vince who was terrific with our dog and, like Laney and Chris, has a wonderful approach with people and dogs. She looked (and smelled) great after her time with him!

Bottom line: this was one of the most positive experiences with dog training I've had and I've been lucky to work with some really wonderful ones in the past. I am looking forward to going back for classes but also for the store where I bought a leash that saved my arm and shoulder. I heartily recommend!
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12 September 2018

Knowledgeable people and an award winning grooming salon. I just found out that the groomer Rachel from their competitor will be working there so I will be ecstatic to bring them my business. I hope that they can step up their supplies and food selection. More...

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31 August 2018

They are super friendly here and will order you anything that they don't have in the store. I have been here on my pups birthday and they give him free treats and a pig ear. He loves coming here and when we walk past the store he tries to pull me inside.I just went here today and called about ten minutes before they closed and they offered to stay open for me, but I was just down the street. I arrived two minutes before they closed and they were just as sweet as always and let us come in and grab our treats and toys. I am going to make this my go to store for all my pet food, treat and toy needs because they are so awesome and accommodating. I highly recommend them because they have phenomenal customer service, they have a great selection in store, they gave me a discount today, they will order anything for you, and they are just all around wonderful and caring owners! Their prices are competitive, they are not marked up and the location is so convenient for anyone living or working in Little Italy. More...

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11 August 2018

First dog groomer that I've had absolutely zero complaints about in my entirety of owning dogs, not kidding. Julia is hands down the best ever and takes care of my husky Sierra wonderfully every time. If you're looking for the best dog grooming spot in SD...look no further! More...

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7 August 2018

Great place for puppy training.

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4 August 2018

Really a lovely store staffed by people who clearly love their work. 10/10.

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7 July 2018

Our dog Leo loves to get groomed here. The staff is always friendly and helpful and Vince especially takes the absolute best care of our dog. He is always a happy pup when he leaves and we are frequently getting compliments on how cute our dog is. Highly recommend this place. Thanks Wildside for always coming through for us. More...

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27 May 2018

We had an emergency of sorts and they were extremely kind and caring. I would return here for future grooming or accessory needs. Such a beautiful and clean shop. This place is seriously immaculate! I could not say enough positive things about the people who were running the store when I stopped in today. Thank you for the rubber bands for my girl! More...

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3 May 2018

I'm in love!!!! We recently moved to little Italy and had been looking for affordable and awesome dog groomer for in very fuzzy husky! They took him same day and even took our pug last minute! Both came back smelling amazing and looking even better  I WILL RECOMMEND THIS PLACE ALWAYS!!! Also could not get them to sit still for a picture because they were so obsessed with the treats we got from there which is also a miracle because my husky has spit out over cooked steak. More...

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16 April 2018

Our puppy (nearly 7 months old at this writing) just completed the AKC S.T.A.R classes with Laney at Wildside Unlimited and we are looking forward to going back for the C. G.C. classes in a month or so. Here's what we love about Laney and Chris and the team at Wildside: 1) They know how to communicate wonderfully with humans as well as dogs: kind, direct, and are great listeners and observers. Wonderful problem solvers. 2) By doing the classes outside, in Little Italy, our puppy and we were exposed to all kinds of real-life situations which boosted our confidence in how to handle things when we got home. 3) Laney goes further than the AKC S.T.A.R program requires with walking, the distance we must walk away, the puppy grooming, everything. 4) The five classes do not have to be taken one after the other. If we need to miss a week, we just come back when we can to take the next one. Having a class with all levels of puppy and all needs reinforces what we've learned and was a lifesaver when a family emergency prevented us from attending several classes. We actually started when our puppy was five months old and just finished. 5) The puppy grooming introduced us to Vince who was terrific with our dog and, like Laney and Chris, has a wonderful approach with people and dogs. She looked (and smelled) great after her time with him!Bottom line: this was one of the most positive experiences with dog training I've had and I've been lucky to work with some really wonderful ones in the past. I am looking forward to going back for classes but also for the store where I bought a leash that saved my arm and shoulder. I heartily recommend! More...

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2 April 2018

Called to make an appointment to get my puppy bath and groomed. They did an amazing job , and the whole experience was wonderful. Thank you I highly recommend them , we will bring back Suzie soon. More...

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12 March 2018

A great local business owned.  The staffs are super helpful.  They do excellent grooming for my dog every time.

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10 March 2018

Love Westside Unlimited!Had a terrible experience with my pup when I took her to Petco Luckily we found westside unlimited and Vincent was able to help us out! He was so great with her and he has definitely became the groomer for our pups! More...

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3 December 2017

My fiance and I brought our golden doodle Ziggy in for grooming and he needed some TLC. Fur was a bit of a mess. Before they started, the groomer talked to us a bit about caring for his fur and gave us some great advice on brushing techniques. She was incredibly helpful and honestly taught us a lot that we (should have) didn't know! They spent about two hours on him and gave us a call as soon as they were done. When we came back, he was having a great time with the groomers dog. I can't remember her name (dog or groomer) but she was very sweet and super playful! Ziggy was so happy when we came back and we could tell that he had a great time, even though getting bathed and brushed isn't usually his favorite! He looked perfect, was so soft, and smelt incredible! This is a fantastic shop with very friendly employees. We will definitely be bringing him back! More...

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29 October 2017

Our 12 year old boxer is an old, sweet girl and this is the only place we trust to groom her! Chris and Elaine didn't open this pet store as a hobby - this is their passion and it shows through and through. They offer an assortment of dog food with QUALITY ingredients and it's the only place we purchase (Kika's) food because you can tell they actually care about what we give her. They are helpful with any questions you might have and knowledgeable about everything under their roof. Elaine is actually a professional animal trainer and offers training classes on Sundays. I was having trouble with our old girl on walks and she even offered to walk with me to see if she could offer any advice...and that advice has been incredibly helpful. Where else can you go where the owners care enough to GO ON A WALK WITH YOU? I highly recommend them for pet food, grooming, training classes, toys, and more! More...

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24 October 2017

Great spot for doggie lovers! Nice staff. Great for training your dog, grooming or grabbing treats/toys for your pup!

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12 October 2017

Love, love, love Wildside! Julia is a badass groomer! Chris and Laney, the owners, are the most amazing, caring people you'll meet. And they know what they are talking about, so take their advice. More...

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24 September 2017

Finding a good dog groomers is hard especially hearing all the horror stories you hear from the main stream places! My dog is my child and I am very protective over him and I love taking him here! Here they only take one dog at a time so you know your dog is getting their undivided attention! They do a fabulous job cutting and cleaning and my dog always comes out so fluffy!!! My dog is always happy and smiling when I pick him up and he never wants to leave!! More...

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16 September 2017

Wildside is the best!  Julia, the groomer is in a class by herself. She is professional and caring!!'

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24 July 2017

Thank you for being so accommodating and perfecting the full body mohawk on my little guy... Vince is great!

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15 April 2017

I love this place! I took my first puppy here for his puppy training. We took the puppy training class and it is very informative. My Frankie graduated with flying colors! He obtained the AKC STAR Puppy program and a bonus AKC Canine Good Citizen program. Laney, the business owner and trainer, is very patient with us. As a first time puppy owner, I have a ton of concerns, but Laney helped us along the way. Thanks to Laney, my Frankie is doing great. And Frankie always love to visit this place. They have great treats, dog supplies, and self grooming station. Their pet groomer is great! I highly recommend this place. More...

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1 December 2016

This place is amazing. The owners are so caring and helpful! They not only remember my boyfriend and I by name, but even remember the names of our pets and always make sure to ask about them! They really start to feel more and more like friends every time me and my boyfriend go in. We stopped going to our previous pet store due to bad customer service, but wildside unlimited didn't carry the same food we feed our dogs. They helped us try multiple foods with similar ingredients, gave us free samples, and most importantly actually listened and cared. Unfortunately our dogs have pretty sensitive stomachs so they weren't doing well with the foods we tried, BUT these people are so amazing they just asked for us to give them the name of the food, and now they specially order it for us! I've also had both my dogs groomed here, and it's not over priced, and they do an amazing job! When I came back to get my dogs, instead of having them locked away in the grooming room, the groomer was sitting on the ground loving on them in the middle of the store. We are definitely forever customers! More...

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6 November 2016

Such a great neighborhood pet supply store. We went in around the time they first opened to purchase food forOur dogs. The owner is there always working and we had a very long informative conversation about different foods and benefits of each. He offered to order the food we were currently feeding our dogs, but we decided to go with a better more nutritious brand they offered. We started buying the food there and once they got a groomer decided to use their grooming services too. Very happy with the job done on both of our pets. Would recommend for their expertise and their grooming isn't so busy that they do a rushed bad job. More...

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4 September 2016

Very friendly and knowledgable staff. They take excellent care of our senior pug and provide the personalized attention that he needs during his grooming. We definitely recommend this establishment to other pet owners in Little Italy (and surrounding San Diego neighborhoods). More...

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31 August 2016

So excited we found this gem! After my groomer went on tour with her band we have been struggling to find a place that does good work and we found it! Great service and great prices!

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27 May 2016

I LOVE this shop! It's a cute and cozy pet store that also does grooming. Chris is one of the owners and so friendly. Everything is fairly priced, and good selection of items to pick for your pet. I also recently started getting my dog groomed by Oscar! He's amazing! Literally my fav pet groomer that I've met so far! He's so great and caring with my dog and I feel comfortable leaving her in his hands! He does a fab job with grooming! Highly recommend this place! More...

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26 May 2016

Great customer service. They work from their heart with a genuine love of animals. Oscar is a pro at grooming. A spa experience for your pet. They also offer training classes for dogs. We signed up and within 3 classes our naughty dog was making huge improvement. More...

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15 April 2016

Came here by chance just to buy dog food!  Left with a grooming appt for my Pup!  They did an excellent job!  Super friendly! !  Love the decor!  Oscar did a great job with Stella - he really listened to me & connected with my very shy & scared lil girl!  Will definitely be back! More...

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4 April 2016

I love this place. The owner Chris and his partner  are super sweet.  They carry the best dog food and treats. I've also found the most adorable collar and leash and toys.  It's so nice to have an amazing pet store in my neighborhood. Now to make things even better they hired Oscar who has just become my favorite groomer. Can't say enough about how great this place is. Check it out for yourself More...

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24 March 2016

Great local pet shop in Little Italy. Owners are very friendly and knowledgable. Got some treats and a new leash at a reasonable price, will definitely go back next time in the area!

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24 March 2016

Somewhat off India Street, hidden behind a parking lot for a nearby Italian restaurant you'll find Wildside Unlimited. It's nice to have another pet store in Little Italy, since the neighborhood is so dog friendly. Wildside is now offering grooming and doggy massage! What a concept, I think I'm going to have to bring my dog here just to get a massage even though it seems so ridiculous. The store itself is cute and filled with anything a Little Italy pup could need - think collars and leashes with plenty of bling! Plus, there are tons of toys and dog beds. Also, there is a range of dog food brands available, but if you don't find your favorite brand they are happy to order it for you. The staff is super friendly and welcoming, making this place worth a visit, even if you don't end up purchasing anything. More...

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14 January 2016

Highly recommend this to anyone in the neighborhood looking for a pet supply shop. Great people and great selection!

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16 December 2015

This is a gem of a little pet boutique in Little Italy. I happened upon it one weekend and checked it out. I walked out with some great (and fashionable) accessories for my fur babies. The magic meatballs are their absolute favorite and everyone loves my dogs Star Trek leash and collar. If you are a dog mom or dad in the neighborhood check out Wildside Unlimited. More...

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16 December 2015

So I was just wondering around Little Italy and found this pretty cool pet store. They have collars, leashes and very soft beds so soft I wouldn't mind having one for myself. This is a new pet store but I'm sure they'll be here for a long time. There is definitely a boutique feel here but I love that feeling of an upscale pet store. It's not a huge space and parking is a little tight but there's parking on the street. The employee that helped me I forgot his name but he was very helpful and very knowledgeable about the products he sold. They have a little bit of everything from dog food, cat food, bedding and even spa treatments. I'm not in the area a lot but when I am and want to do some dog shopping I will definitely come here. More...

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30 October 2015

This shop is so much more than a pet store. The owners are knowledgeable on all of their products and actually are experienced on pet care. Start here to get the best products for caring for your pet. Have a question?  Just ask, and I bet they'll know and be able to advise. Thank you for caring about our animals More...

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22 October 2015

Perfect pet store for all your animal needs!  Owners Laney and Chris are both super caring, helpful, and professional!  Great environment, and they have events for pet owners almost weekly - check Wildside Unlimited out and get everything your animal needs for a healthy happy pet life!  Great place to get a cute Halloween costume for your dog too! More...

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17 October 2015

My husband and I found Wildside by accident. But wandered in anyways, and love it there. The owners work the store, which we appreciate as business owners ourselves. There are great items for your pet that aren't a huge rip off. Some of the clothing there is even small enough for my 1 pound puppy Leo, we will be back! (in a few minutes actually...headed there to buy some whole food for my puppy!) More...

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5 October 2015

THE local place to go for all your pet care and accessory needs! Their convenient location is very new, up to date, and inviting. The team at Wildside know their stuff! I was amazed at the depth of knowledge about pet care and nutrition as well as their willingness to chat with me. Thanks Chris and Laney! More...

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22 February 2014

Laney took care of my cats during numerous vacations , my senior cat needed medications,  as well as ( no lie) due to a serious ailment my cat needed an enema weekly, she was able to do this while I was away. She is a very compassionate person and great animal trainer. You can have faith that your animals are given the best care ever! I would give more stars if it was possible. More...

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We love working with pet owners that need help restoring harmony in their homes.

In 1994, after performing marine animal shows for many years, a group of trainers debated the methods being used on family animals vs. the show industry.



The question asked: "If we can train a killer whale without a choke chain, why is man's best friend wearing a pinch collar?"



For over 20 years we have offered in home and online training services across the United States. Our trainers have performed and trained with big cats, primates, birds of prey as well as sealions, dolphins and whales. Today, we have teamed with production teams providing film opportunities for our alumni.

At Wildside Unlimited we view pets as a member of the family.

We believe that the pet industry is highly competitive and you have many choices. We want you to feel there is only one choice for you and your pet. Our products and holistic solutions are provided to increase the quality of life for your pet.

Our training and pet sitting solutions are built to fit your lifestyle. You develop your pet sitting schedule or training plan alongside your trainer.

If you are looking for the best, search no more. You have found it. Welcome to the Wildside Unlimited experience.

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