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Lyuba P.

Los Altos, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•14 reviews
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Pet care experience

Proud owner of the most stubborn Airedale Terrier, I understand how important exercise is for a dog. While some puppies are well-mannered out of the box, my dog came to my home with an impish sparkle in her eye that foreshadowed the havoc she would wreak. Having seen everything from chewed up remotes to ultimate leash pulling, I feel like I have done my homework. Although Airedale Terriers have a special place in my heart as my family's patron canine, I enjoy spending quality time with any dog that will have me! I understand that every dog has unique requirements, and I'm more than happy to hug and kiss the love bug as well as give respectful space to the wallflower. Let me know if there's any special place you'd like me to walk your dog or if your neighborhood is satisfactory. If your preferred dog walking location requires a drive, we can discuss transportation options during our meet-and-greet. I do not use choke collars or shock collars or any correction-based tools, but rather I subscribe to the "positive-only training" philosophy and movement started by Ian Dunbar. For my walks with your dog, please provide a secure collar, such as a buckle or martingale collar, and preferably some of your pup's kibble or approved treats, and I will bring you back a tired dog! If you would like me to work on leash-pulling, I would be happy to take some of your pup's breakfast or dinner kibble and provide loose leash walking training during our time together. For better safety and control, I walk one dog at a time. I look forward to meeting your furry best friend! Walk times include pickup and drop-off routines. Please schedule accordingly. Rates: 30 minute walk - $20 40 minute run + 30 minute walk (for high energy dogs) - $150

Reviews

Derek W.
Aug. 16, 2016

10/10, would love for Lyuba to walk my dog Niko for years to come. She's responsible, knowledgeable, caring, warm, and professional. Lyuba is the only person I'd trust with Niko because it's so obvious that his safety and enjoyment is her top priority. I've seen that she is fully able to control him without resorting to methods I wouldn't use such as leash yanking or excessive treats. I especially appreciate that she's well-educated in dog behavior and even on different schools of training methods so she understands how I've taught him. At the same time, she doesn't try to impose training and instead focuses on a good experience for Niko. When I told her he has a sensitive stomach and can sometimes be reactive, she totally understood. And each time I've seen Niko after her walk he was calm and content. Lyuba is not only trustworthy and kind, she's very professional and a pleasure to communicate with. I've seen many dog walkers at my local park whom I wouldn't trust my little guy with but when it comes to Lyuba, I only wish she could hang out with him all day! I think my dog sees her as part of the family now. I can't recommend Lyuba enough.

Danila P.
Aug. 09, 2016

Some qualities of a person I would trust my dog with are reliability, compassion, and promptness. Lyuba embodies each of these qualities to make a reliable dog trainer I would depend on. Having closely witnessed Lyuba train her own dog, I am completely persuaded in her love of animals and commitment to humane animal care. We all know that every dog has a distinct, individual personality. Lyuba focuses on this and treats every dog like her own, providing them with the individual care and training they need. My next dog will certainly be trained with Lyuba's help.

Virginia H.
Aug. 05, 2016

I have known Lyuba both personally and professionally for almost 18 years. She was a student of mine and subsequently became a dear friend. Last month when I was in California, I had the opportunity to observe Lyuba for almost a week in her interactions with her pet, Darcy. Lyuba is an extremely dedicated pet parent and trainer. She takes her dog to the dog park daily and uses that time to reinforce the training done at home. She is patient and loving as well as persistent in her efforts with Darcy. I would entrust my dogs to her care without hesitation and would give her the highest recommendation whatsoever.

About Lyuba P.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

2 years of experience
Can provide daily exercise

Information Lyuba P. would like to know about your pet

- any known behavioral quirks? - would you like me to work on any commands/manners? - does your dog like dog parks?

A typical day

I like walking dogs through the neighborhoods or in a park of your choice.

Services

Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
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Lyuba can watch in your home

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

About Lyuba P.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

2 years of experience
Can provide daily exercise

Information Lyuba P. would like to know about your pet

- any known behavioral quirks? - would you like me to work on any commands/manners? - does your dog like dog parks?

A typical day

I like walking dogs through the neighborhoods or in a park of your choice.

Location

Los Altos, CA

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Lyuba P.

Los Altos, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•14 reviews