Pup-Walk Dog Service is available to dogs within a general ten-mile radius of Kinnelon, NJ. Services include walking, feeding or guiding pets -- and/or their human counterparts -- in training and behavioral modification. I am an experienced dog handler with a strong rapport with canines, and plan to receive certification as a CDT (Certified Dog Trainer) via CATCH Canine Trainers Academy. I have been working with dogs as well as being an activist on behalf of animals for over 20 years. My dog Tyler is one of the best friends I've ever had, so I wholly understand that pets really are family. Each dog will always be treated with kindness, sensitivity, and force-free, positive reinforcement. The goal is to both stimulate them mentally as well as physically in the time available and make sure they have fun. I am available Monday through Friday, (roughly) 9:30 am to 4:30 pm for half-hour or one-hour training or walking sessions -- depending on time and general availability -- with any additional services provided within that time frame.

All services start with a 'Meet & Greet' consultation, wherein I come to the home to meet the people and the pup(s) involved. I assess their particular situation -- if training or behavioral modification is required -- and find out precisely what the family wants to accomplish. Details concerning the dog's breed, sex, age, physical issues, allergies, likes and dislikes -- including aversion(s) to heat, cold, humidity, thunder, etc. -- are notated, and a schedule for services is determined. A customized guidance or tip sheet for the client and their family is created -- usually within a couple weeks -- which details how everyone involved should reinforce and otherwise support all training, as it's usually the humans who need to be (re)trained as well(!)