Dog Walking FAQs
WHO WILL BE TAKING OUT MY DOG?
Since 2001, I have been the one and only walker for every member of my dog pack. I feel strongly that dogs need consistency, not a revolving door of employees and contractors. The long-term relationships I build with each dog make our outings safer and more fun. My familiarity with everyone's personality, preferences and health conditions helps me offer each dog the most appropriate experience.
HOW MANY DOGS WILL MY DOG WALK WITH ON THE BUDDY WALKS?
Usually I'll walk your dog with one pal on each buddy trek, however, from time to time I may need to walk your dog with two pals to accommodate clients requests for add on days. I am adamant that the dogs have room to explore so I limit it to that. I personally don't think a big pack is in the dogs best interest. The dogs can walk with different dogs on different days so it's a great way to give them the social time while keeping things safe and fun with tons of space to explore!
WHAT KIND OF DOGS WILL MY DOG WALK WITH ON THE BUDDY WALKS?
I always try and match up dogs that have similar energy levels. I often refer to my teams as the Hares and the Tortoises. The Hares are those dogs that like to go go go and the Tortoises are the dogs that feel every blade of grass or tree branch is up for some serious inspection. The nice thing is these treks are great for both types of dogs and matching up those like-minded dogs is key, so the more flexibility you can give me on needed days is helpful.
WHAT DO YOU TRANSPORT MY DOG IN?
I drive a Honda Element (the ultimate doggie vehicle)! We have heat and air conditioning/tinted windows and a sunroof for extra ventilation. No furry carpeting material inside at all, just easy to clean interior. I would never jeopardize the safety of my client's dogs or their homes by putting promoting my business over safety, so I do not use any form of advertisements on my vehicle.
HOW WILL I KNOW HOW MY DOG IS DOING?
I send daily photo galleries directly to my clients via email so they can see their pups having fun on their daily adventures. I will let you know any pertinent details on how things went. I'm of course always available to my clients to chit chat about anything as well and with all you work from home folks, I tend to see you all the time too!
ARE YOU LICENSED BONDED AND INSURED?
Yes I am licensed in the city of Seattle and the state of Washington. I am insured and bonded through Pet Sitters Associates.
WHAT TAKES PLACE AT THE INTRODUCTORY MEETING?
At the free no-obligation introductory meeting, we all get acquainted, humans and canines, at your residence. We can cover any questions you or I may have. If both you and I feel we are a good match, I will have you fill out some paperwork covering service details. I will also need to get a key or key pad code from you so that I can access your home. For the buddy nature trek clients, I offer a free trial trek where I take your dog to the park, solo. This will allow your dog and I to get to know one another before I buddy them up with a pal for your regular weekly needs. For the occasional private nature trek clients, I require a nature trek service the day of our meeting, so I can establish a relationship with your pup. Once that's done you are on my roster and can request nature treks when you are in need.
HOW DO I GET STARTED?
Just go to the CONTACT PAGE where you will find a list of questions I will need to know from you as well as my email address. If everything sounds good we can set up a meeting.