Paige S.
Sechelt, BC
2–3 hour off leash dog walks
Pet care experience
I'm a huge dog lover and have 3 pooches of my own. I'd love to walk your dog(s) and make sure they get some great exercise and mental stimulation! So how does this work? 1) I pick up and drop off your dog from home. The walk itself is 2-3 hours depending on your dogs activity level and the weather. I’m good rain or shine but if there are severe windstorms or thunderstorms I will end the walk. 2) The first part of the walk I walk your dog on a long line while I make sure their recall with me is solid. After that I do let them off leash to explore! I start by only taking your dog(s) with mine so I can see what they’re like :) If I think they’d be a good fit with other dogs I walk I’ll bring it up. 4) Your dog should be comfortable with other dogs (I hook them up to a seatbelt in my truck and have 3 dogs in the back seat at a time). They also need to have recall if you want me to take them off leash. This isn’t something I’ll train for you but I do keep them on leash until they get used to hearing the recall from me. For drop-in visits, I've trained my own pups and have had to give them pills, eye drops, eye ointment or ear drops over the years so could provide this care to any dog that may need it. If they just need to be let out and have company I'm happy to give them all the snuggles. I also have a few fun interactive dog toys to get their brains going that I could bring along! I would be excited to hear from you and answer any questions you may have :)
Reviews
Paige has been amazing with our dog Forrest. He is nervous around new people and he bonded to her very quickly. He is super energetic on walks and always comes home tired and ready for a nap. Paige is very patient with him and understands his quirks. He loves seeing her and her pups everytime their truck pulls up to the house.
Paige is a very attentive, caring, and compassionate person. She is so good with dogs! She has many years of experience and it shows. My dog Nova loves going for walks with her and her three dogs. She gets very excited when Paige picks her up and is always very tired when she gets back. Paige will take her fo longer walks than the average dog walker will. (Win for me!) I would trust Paige wholeheartedly. She treats your dog like her own! Bonus: She's also a photographer and will take cute photos of your pets!
Paige has walked my dog Lucy and I couldn't be happier. Lucy can be nervous in situations with new vehicles and new dogs, especially since she is a smaller dog, but Paige made sure she felt comfortable and safe, and Lucy came home happy and just the right amount of tired. Paige is a true dog lover, and you can see that in every interaction she has with a dog. I know that if I ever need someone to spend time with Lucy while I can't, I can trust Paige to make her feel just as loved as if she was with me.
Dogs are always happy when they come home.
About Paige S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I've learned a lot about dog behaviour over the years and signs to watch for if they are uncomfortable, stressed, or over-stimulated and what to do in these situations to make sure that they are having the best time they can. I won't work with prong collars, electric collars or other negative reinforcement tactics.
Information Paige S. would like to know about your pet
I need to know how your dog is with other dogs as reactive dogs will be too stressed in the vehicle with others and could lead to issues. I also need to know whether they have a trained recall for the walk!
A typical day
I know lots of off leash friendly trails on the coast that your pooch will love. If I'm coming for a drop-in visit, I'd take them outside and play with them in your yard or in the house with their favourite toys!
Services
Paige can watch in your home
Availability
I'm currently working on starting my photography business from home so I am looking for some extra income in the meantime and spending time with dogs is the best way I can imagine! Dogs are a huge part of my life and I'd be so happy to give your pup some love and attention.
About Paige S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I've learned a lot about dog behaviour over the years and signs to watch for if they are uncomfortable, stressed, or over-stimulated and what to do in these situations to make sure that they are having the best time they can. I won't work with prong collars, electric collars or other negative reinforcement tactics.
Information Paige S. would like to know about your pet
I need to know how your dog is with other dogs as reactive dogs will be too stressed in the vehicle with others and could lead to issues. I also need to know whether they have a trained recall for the walk!
A typical day
I know lots of off leash friendly trails on the coast that your pooch will love. If I'm coming for a drop-in visit, I'd take them outside and play with them in your yard or in the house with their favourite toys!
Location
Sechelt, BC
Pets
Paige S.
Sechelt, BC