Professional Dog Walker
Serving the Castro Valley AreaWhere every walk with me is your dog's greatest adventureInsured
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Hello! My name is Brian and I have been a professional dog walker in the Castro Valley area for over 4 years now.Hiring a dog walker gives you the peace of mind that your dog is well taken care of, even when you aren’t at home. With a daily dog walker, you don’t have to worry as much if you need to stay late for work, or if your dog doesn’t completely “finish” when you take them out in the morning. The knowledge that your dog will get quality time outdoors during the day also helps relieve the guilt or stress held by knowing your pup is otherwise locked up alone, often for 8 or more hours every day. You can feel confident that you are doing the best you can for your pup, and that your dog is living a rewarding, happy life.We all live busy lives, and every minute counts. Sometimes, consistent lengthy walks are difficult to fit into our schedules. We often wake up extra early, head home for our lunch hours, and delay making dinner for our families in an effort to make sure our dogs get the care they need. With a regular dog walker, your dog still gets all of the exercise and attention they deserve, while you get back a great deal of time. Everyone wins!

Work from home but stuck in zoom calls and have no time to take your dog on a walk?Work in office and feel guilty leaving your dog home alone all day?Or have a full plate at home juggling family duties but just too tired to take your dog out for a walk?Retired and your dog has too much energy that you just don’t have anymore to take on a walk?Looking for someone to take that one thing off your plate?Hello! My name is Brian and I have been a professional dog walker for over 4 years now. I’m looking for friendly dogs in the Castro Valley community that get along with other dogs that would like to join my pack walks. Walks will be 30 mins total and take place around your neighborhood, at a park, or on a hiking trail.Price will be $35 for a 30 minute walk +$20 add on for each additional dog thats in the same household. Pick up and drop offs will be included.This is great for your dog who needs socialization and mental and physical enrichment. It exposes your dog to other dog breeds, smells, new environments, and to provide mental stimulation. Mental stimulation prevents boredom, boosts confidence, reduces anxiety and curbs destructive habitsAll breeds and sizes are welcome but must be friendly and get along with other dogs with no history of aggression. Ok to be off leash with good recall is preferred but not necessary. I make sure to vet all my potential clients first to ensure the safety of all dogs in the packIf you think your dog would be a good fit, please fill out the request form below!If you have any questions, please refer to the FAQ section to see if your question is answered there. If not, there will be a time to ask your question at the end of the request form.

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How long have you been walking dogs professionally?
Over 4 years and counting nowWhy does my dog need to walk with a pack?
This is great for your dog who needs socialization, mental and physical enrichment. It exposes your dog to other dog breeds, smells, new environments, and to provide mental stimulation. Mental stimulation prevents boredom, boosts confidence, reduces anxiety and curbs destructive habits which often leads to a quieter and more relaxed dog at homeWhere do walks take place?
Wherever our adventures take us! Sometimes its at Lake Chabot Regional Park, Castro Valley Community Park, Cull Canyon Rec Area, Don Castro Rec Area, or just around your neighborhoodHow many dogs do you walk in your pack?
Up to 4 dogs at onceWhy should I trust you with my dog?
I have over 4 years of experience dog walking. I am professional, reliable, and trustworthy. Whatever service I am providing for you, I will do so to the best of my ability. I will care for your dog (no matter the age, size, or breed) like they are my own and make sure they are safe and have a great time! My previous and current clients love me. Don't believe me take a look at my 5 star reviews here!Is pick ups and drop offs included?
Yes! Based on what time block you choose, I will pick up your dog, all the dogs in the pack within that time slot, go to our walk location, walk for 30 mintues, and then do drop offs afterHow long will the pack walk take?
Times will vary within what 1 hour time block you choose. That will include pick ups of all dogs in that pack slot, walk time, and drop offs of all dogs. I say within scheduled arrival time blocks rather than exact fixed minutes due to traffic and pacing needsDo I have to be home when you pick up my dog?
No its not necessary, but if you are that is ok too. At the meet and greet we go over whats needed to enter and exit your household. If thats providing me a spare key, giving me the lock pass code, access to enter through the garage, or having a lock box. I will enter, leash up your dog and be on our way.If you will be home that is fine as well. If you are WFH I will do everything to be quiet as possible when entering and leashing your dogHow will I know you took my dog out when I’m not home?
After each walk I will send you a summary via text that includes who walked with us, where we walked, how long, and if they went potty or notIf my dog is small, can they join the pack?
Of Course! All sizes are welcome. I try my best to group my packs in similar sizes so all dogs are comfortableWhats a ‘meet and greet’?
All new clients must have a meet and greet before our first walk. I make sure to vet all my potential clients first to ensure the safety of all dogs in the pack. Its a time where I get to meet you and your dog and it allows me to evaluate the dog's temperament. I will bring other dogs in the pack that I think your dog would be a good fit and see how they all get along. If all goes well then your in! If not we can reassess and see if another pack would be a better fitMy dog is reactive, can they still join?
At the moment I am not accepting reactive dogs. Safety is my number one priority and if one reactive dog triggers another dog in the pack I cant have thatDoes my dog need to be off leash trained to join the pack?
No it is not required, but if they are great! Let me know and I will join them with my other off-leash dogs. Sometimes we go to off leash trail adventuresDo you let your dogs sniff during a pack walk?
Yes of course! Allowing your dog to pause and sniff provides crucial mental enrichment. "Sniff breaks" release feel-good hormones and tire a dog out more effectively than a fast-paced, non-stop walkCan my dog join everyday?
Yes! They can join only 1 day a week or everyday Monday- Friday!Can my dogs sibling join the pack too?
Yes of course! The more the better. They will also go through the same temperament check to make sure they are ok with the others in the pack. It will +$20 add on for each additional dog thats in the same householdWhat if I need to cancel a walk?
I require at least 24 hours' notice for a cancellation to receive a full refund. Cancellations made the same morning will incur a 50% service charge to ensure I am still compensated for the reserved time slot. Refunds will be in the form of credit that can be used for future walksWhat happens when there is a heat wave?
If air temperatures reach the 80s or 90s, asphalt can easily soar above 140°F, which will burn a dog's paws in seconds. On days when it will be that hot, I will either push the walks earlier in the morning when its cooler or if your dog doesn't do well in the heat we can postpone the walk to another dayWhat happens if its raining?
Many dogs genuinely dislike the feeling of rain on their head or wont even leave the house if its pouring outside. If thats the case we can postpone our walk to another day. If the rain is light and your dog is ok in the rain and can wear a raincoat we can still proceedAre you insured?
Yes! I am insured by Pet Care InsuranceWhat payment methods do you accept?
I accept Zelle or Venmo. Payments will be made before the beginning of each weekDo you do dog/house sitting?
Yes! but only for current recurring clients. Please inquire if interested