Chris W.
Tempe, AZ
Structured care for a peaceful home
Pet care experience
I’m a trombonist with the Phoenix Symphony that loves using my free time explore the outdoors with my dog, and yours! My adopted dog Buddy first came into our home with some behavioral challenges. Our excellent trainer Yoni at Balancing Paws helped me learn how to shape my own behavior for better, consistent communication and a calmer dog. Since then, I’ve spent a summer working part time at his board and train facility, where I expanded and practiced these skills with a wide range of other dogs. If you’ve spent time training your pup, I can help make sure they stay on track with care that’s fun, engaging AND disciplined, leaving you with a calm, happy dog and a peaceful home. I have experience with safe use of prong collars and Mini Educator e-collars for pet owners using these tools to work with their dogs.
Reviews
I have known Chris as a tremendous animal lover since I first met him. My dog at the time, Harpo and he had a wonderful relationship of playing and romping around when he’d come for a visit. Harpo made such an impression on Chris that he sought out a Harpo type dog and found his current furry BFF, Buddy. Buddy is a highly trained, well mannered dog that my husband and I like to make dog dates with to practice working with our dogs. We know that Chris has trained Buddy so well that we completely trust that his dog will be patient as our dogs learn their proper behaviors with other dogs. Chris will have your dogs loving him too. A very trustworthy individual that I would ask to watch my dogs and house sit as well.
I'm the owner and dog trainer at Balancing Paws Dog Training. I worked with Chris and his dog Buddy a couple years ago to help improve their walk. Chris not only put in the work necessary to strengthen his relationship with Buddy through fulfilling walks and exercise, her also lent me a hand walking with dogs at my facility when I needed it! He is present with the dogs in the moment, understands how to identify specific needs of certain dogs and is always there when he says he will be there.
Chris is the perfect blend of responsible and loving as a dog caregiver. He is tops on my list for someone I would use for dog walking, training, and sitting. Absolute highest rating for trust when it comes to my dog!
About Chris W.
Skills
Information Chris W. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know if your dog has ever been anxious or aggressive with strangers, dogs, or children.
A typical day
Does your dog enjoy hiking? So do I! Clients with dogs that have walked with me before can schedule a special adventure for their pet. Buddy and I hiked at least 100 miles together last season, and I have all the equipment needed for a 3-6 mile trip.
Services
Chris can watch in your home
About Chris W.
Skills
Information Chris W. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know if your dog has ever been anxious or aggressive with strangers, dogs, or children.
A typical day
Does your dog enjoy hiking? So do I! Clients with dogs that have walked with me before can schedule a special adventure for their pet. Buddy and I hiked at least 100 miles together last season, and I have all the equipment needed for a 3-6 mile trip.
Location
Tempe, AZ
Pets
Chris W.
Tempe, AZ