Mahogany G.
Vallejo, CA
Professional Dog Trainer and Sitter
Pet care experience
I've been working with dogs of all shapes and sizes for more than 15 years. I started one of the largest dog walking companies in the Bay Area almost a decade ago and sold it when I wanted to focus on training dogs full time. For most of my time as a trainer, I have specialized in rehabilitating aggressive and reactive dogs and have had wonderful success. I compete in high level sports with my personal dogs and have traveled internationally to do so. I decided to step back into boarding so that I can put some of my focus back into training my own dogs. I absolutely love puppies and am very good with providing puppies with wonderful, confidence-building experiences. I also have two very good puppy raisers (my oldest dogs Kayo and Remy) at home who have been raising puppies their entire lives. I can handle reactive and aggressive dogs, as well as dogs who are intact. Those dogs can sometimes be harder to find safe boarding situations for. Some human aggressive dogs I will not take on at this time because I no longer have other dog training staff. One of the biggest benefits of my years of experience is that I have learned how to help dogs find their comfort very quickly. Many dogs struggle in new environments and with new people. It's a skill and an art to know how to help that dog acclimate to the change as quickly as possible so that they are comfortable and can enjoy their time. Not everyone needs a trainer to watch their dogs while they're away, but many people find comfort in having someone with strong experience who understands dogs deeply. Between dog walking and training, I have worked with thousands of dogs in the Bay Area over the years.
Reviews
Mahogany was great with Xavier. I know he had a blast and was well taken care of!
Mahogany is a skilled professional who clearly cares about the dogs she looks after.
Scout loved her!
Mahogany was professional with us and great with our dog. Pickup, dropoff, and initial meeting all went smoothly and we could not have asked for more peace of mind while we were out of the country.
About Mahogany G.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I live in a large house in Vallejo with 1/8 of an acre for dogs to play. Dog social dogs can interact with my dogs and have a lot of freedom. Non-dog social dogs have their own yard and are more managed inside the house while other dogs are out. I give these dogs their own free times without other dogs involved so that they're also getting enrichment. I do crate dogs overnight because I've had so many nights of dogs waking me up because they've decided to play. I crate dogs during mealtime for safety, as well as when I'm away from the house.
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Information Mahogany G. would like to know about your pet
I'd like to know if dogs have any behavioral challenges. I have seen everything and I can handle almost pretty much any dog. But surprises in behavior while owners are out of town and while dogs are in new environments around new dogs and people are not good for anyone. I'd like owners to be forthcoming with anything that could come up - as a trainer, I can set things up so that things don't come up and so that everyone has a great time.
A typical day
I enjoy making sure dogs have the mental and physical stimulation they need each day to be happy. I have high drive, high energy dogs who need a lot of activity each day (and one senior girl who just loves going along for all the rides), so dogs who stay with me get to be in on all of the adventure. We take long walks and hikes, do regular park visits, and have plenty of play time in the yard together. Our days are fairly full, and by the time we're back home or done with our activities for the day, the dogs are usually ready to eat and go to bed. And so am I!
Services
Mahogany can host
Mahogany can watch in your home
Availability
I work with dogs full time., so pet care fits perfectly into my daily and weekly routines. I have family in the area who I occasionally spend time with, so I will not be home every moment of every day, but I have strong and tested safety procedures for when I'm not home. Overall, I spend almost all of my time with dogs, so they will be in company.
About Mahogany G.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I live in a large house in Vallejo with 1/8 of an acre for dogs to play. Dog social dogs can interact with my dogs and have a lot of freedom. Non-dog social dogs have their own yard and are more managed inside the house while other dogs are out. I give these dogs their own free times without other dogs involved so that they're also getting enrichment. I do crate dogs overnight because I've had so many nights of dogs waking me up because they've decided to play. I crate dogs during mealtime for safety, as well as when I'm away from the house.
Home
Information Mahogany G. would like to know about your pet
I'd like to know if dogs have any behavioral challenges. I have seen everything and I can handle almost pretty much any dog. But surprises in behavior while owners are out of town and while dogs are in new environments around new dogs and people are not good for anyone. I'd like owners to be forthcoming with anything that could come up - as a trainer, I can set things up so that things don't come up and so that everyone has a great time.
A typical day
I enjoy making sure dogs have the mental and physical stimulation they need each day to be happy. I have high drive, high energy dogs who need a lot of activity each day (and one senior girl who just loves going along for all the rides), so dogs who stay with me get to be in on all of the adventure. We take long walks and hikes, do regular park visits, and have plenty of play time in the yard together. Our days are fairly full, and by the time we're back home or done with our activities for the day, the dogs are usually ready to eat and go to bed. And so am I!
Location
Vallejo, CA
Pets
Mahogany G.
Vallejo, CA