How It Works?

Send a request through the website or Instagram. Hikes are private — just your dog (and sometimes Jude) — for a peaceful, focused experience.

You’ll fill out a short form to help me get to know your dog — their personality, leash habits, energy level, any special needs, and emergency contact info. I can send it directly to you, or you can fill it out anytime through the Get Started tab on the website. The liability waiver is a separate form, and you'll find that there too.

If it’s your dog’s first hike, we’ll set up a short morning meet-up so they can get to know me — and Jude if he’ll be tagging along. This helps build trust from the start.

Every pup is different. Trails are chosen based on your dog’s energy, social needs, and experience level — from mellow routes like Memory Grove to more adventurous climbs in Millcreek or Dog Lake.

Whether I pick up your pup from home or meet you at a convenient location near the trail, I make sure everything is ready for a safe and fun adventure. Before we head out, I do a quick check to ensure your dog’s harness fits properly, the gear is secure, and we have plenty of water packed. It’s all part of making the hike smooth, intentional, and enjoyable for your pup from the very first step.

Every dog wears a Tractive GPS tracking collar, even if they’re leashed. This is part of our core safety routine.

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What is Tractive?

• Tractive is not a shock collar or e-collar.

• It’s a real-time GPS tracking device designed to monitor your dog’s location during hikes.

• I can view your dog’s position through an app and receive instant alerts if they stray too far.

Even leashed dogs wear it as an added safety layer—because unexpected things happen in nature, and your dog’s wellbeing is the top priority.

Leash Options

• Most hikes are on a long-line leash (20–30ft) to give dogs freedom while keeping control.

• Off-leash hikes are only allowed after trust is built, with strong recall, and always with the Tractive tracker securely on.

We hike. We sniff. We move at your dog’s pace. I keep hikes relaxed, water breaks frequent, and the energy low-stress and positive.

Your dog is dropped back home happy, calm, and trail-tired. I do a quick wipe-down if needed and make sure they’re settled before I go.

After the hike, you’ll receive:

• A mini report card on how your dog did

• Photos from the trail (usually featuring some floppy ears and big smiles)

• Notes on their mood, behavior, and any fun highlights