How does your dog get along with other dogs of varying sizes? Are they good with cats and children? Are they current on their vaccinations? Where is your dog comfortable when left alone and at night? Do they have food allergies or medical needs? After booking, I will ask that you provide detailed information about your dog's habits, routines, frequency of potty breaks, favourite toys, special needs, etc. so we can make their time with me as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. *For boarding, in order to accommodate a family member who adores animals and is recovering from a concussion at this time, we have a strong preference for pups who infrequently bark or whine. For reactive and "chatty" pups, please consider our mobile services (ie: drop-ins, house sitting and dog walks)! If you aren’t sure which overnight services would best suit your pup - reach out and ask! We are always happy to help.*

The foremost priority in my dog walking services is to make sure that the dogs' needs are being met and that the dog feels safe. Meeting their needs means allowing them to make choices, engage in species-specific behaviors (digging, chewing, socializing, shredding, licking, sniffing, scavenging) through appropriate outlets, which I often facilitate. I use positive-reinforcement based training techniques to help change dogs' feelings towards anything they find stressful, reinforce desirable behaviors, and provide mental stimulation and physical activity often through pattern games. I often drive reactive dogs to open fields and parks where they can decompress by walking on one of my longlines and a harness.