My Newest Dog Walking Client Rhodes
You can imagine my excitement when I got an inquiry recently about daily visits with a 9 week old golden retriever puppy. His name is Rhodes.
He is the cutest!
You can imagine my excitement when I got an inquiry recently about daily visits with a 9 week old golden retriever puppy. His name is Rhodes.
He is the cutest!
Since he is little, I’m currently seeing him twice a day while his parents are at work. Once he gets a little bigger, we’ll adjust the visits to just once a day.
Right now we are hanging out in his large fenced yard during my dog sitting visits. When he has a little more training, I’ll start walking him.
I meet with all of my new clients face to face. We discuss what you’d like for me to do during my time with your dog. I’ll text you after the visit and some times I even send you videos or cute pics of your dog from our visit.
Rest assured, your dog or super young pup will be in good hands. I’ll treat him like my own.
Charlotte NC Doggy Daycare
Do you have high energy dogs or really social dogs that need a lot of interaction and entertainment? Maybe doggy daycare is a good option for your dog.
Recently I did some commercial photography work for Camp Run-A-Mutt Charlotte. They just celebrated their Grand Opening and I was there with my camera.
Do you have high energy dogs or really social dogs that need a lot of interaction and entertainment? Maybe doggy daycare is a good option for your dog.
Recently I did some commercial photography work for Camp Run-A-Mutt Charlotte. They just celebrated their Grand Opening and I was there with my camera.
They’re entirely cage free, someone is on staff 24/7 and they have muttcams!
I’m a big believer in doing what is best for your dog. Some dogs do best staying at home in their own environment but other dogs thrive when they get to go to daycare.
If your dog loves water, Camp Run-A-Mutt Charlotte has a water feature that will be a big hit.
Check them out and tell them Kim / See Spot Run / BARKography referred you.
Dog Walker Rules
If you’re a client of mine, you know this: I am UBER careful with the dogs I walk. If you’ve entrusted me to care for your dog, my first priority is keeping your dog safe.
I’ve had my dog walking business for over 10 years and here are a few things I’ve learned during this time.
Not all dogs want or need the same amount of exercise. If you dog likes to power walk, that’s what we’ll do.
If you’re a client of mine, you know this: I am UBER careful with the dogs I walk. If you’ve entrusted me to care for your dog, my first priority is keeping your dog safe.
I’ve had my dog walking business for over 10 years and here are a few things I’ve learned during this time.
Not all dogs want or need the same amount of exercise. If you dog likes to power walk, that’s what we’ll do. If you dog prefers to linger and sniff, that’s okay with me too. I have dog clients that fall into both categories (which is great for me. Up to 15 power walks in one day may be a little much for me! ha)
I will avoid all dogs I don’t know when I’m out walking your dog. Until I know your dog, I won’t know how he will react when he meets another dog and I certainly don’t know how the other dog is going to react. Leashed dogs sometimes take on different personalities. My own dog Molly can be reactive towards other dogs when she is leashed up. I always cross the street and avoid dogs I don’t know.
Not all owners really understand their dogs… sorry but it’s true. Perhaps this has happened to you: someone is out walking their dog and says it’s okay to approach but their dog is telling you otherwise.
ALWAYS pick up the poo. No exceptions. It drives me nuts when I see someone out walking a dog and he/she doesn’t pick up after the dog. I’m “that” person who will say, “I’ve got an extra poop bag… do you need one??” Ugh #makesmesomad
During the hot summer months, if we have to walk across hot pavement, we do so very quickly. I don’t want your dogs’ paws to get too hot and burn on the pavement.
These are a just a few of the rules I follow every time I’m walking a dog. I want to make certain your dog has a fun time while he’s out with me and that he is always safe.
If you are looking for a responsible, caring dog walker or pet sitter, contact me today!
Dog Friendly Charlotte
Here’s your warning: I may be a bit biased in this post. hehe
Charlotte is a pretty dog friendly town. Here’s an idea and perhaps something you’ve not thought about doing with your dog:
Have his photo taken by me!
If you didn’t know already, I have a 2nd business called BARKography. I love photographing dogs and September, October and November are typically perfect weather-wise for having photos taken.
Here are a few sample photos from a recent session. These two are Fleur and Muffin. This parents drove all the way from Raleigh to have me photograph their dogs and we met up in South End.
I love photographing on the painted carpets on the rail trail.
Both of the dogs were on leash the entire time.
Once the photo shoot is over, I spend a lot of time editing the photos and part of that process is editing the leash out.
Here’s an example where I edited out the leash and the foot and leg of the person holding the leash:
If you’d like more information, you can find details at BARKography.com or feel free to reach out via text or email.
We’d have a blast and you’d have photos of your dog you would cherish forever. There are lots of dog friendly areas in Charlotte to have the photo shoot too!
Orvis Pet Event Charlotte NC
Did you know that the Orvis store in Phillips Place in the Southpark area is pet friendly? It is! On August 17th and 18th, they’re hosting an event called We Love Dogs. I’ll be there with my camera taking photos.
Did you know that the Orvis store in Phillips Place in the Southpark area is pet friendly? It is!
On August 17th and 18th, they’re hosting an event called We Love Dogs. I’ll be there with my camera taking photos.
Go to my photography website, BARKography.com to sign up.
I’ll be there on Saturday and Sunday from 12-3pm. All the details are on the BARKography page.
Your dog will receive complimentary treats and a bandana provided by Orvis while supplies last. Photos are $45 each.
They’ll have a local rescue group on hand for in store pet adoptions and they’ll have a local trainer too.
Would you like to have professional photos taken of your dog? Sign up and you can! Don’t miss out on the fun!
Hiring a Dog Walker
So you need to hire a dog walker? Here are a few things I’d do if I were you:
So you need to hire a dog walker? Here are a few things I’d do if I were you:
Find someone who lives near you
Meet with them and have a list of questions to ask them like: what’s your backup plan if for some reason you can’t make it to my house when you’re supposed to be there? (This is part of the reason why #1 exists!) How long have you been doing this? Will you be the only dog walker or will someone else periodically do it? What happens when you go on vacation?
Ask for references. Actually call or email them and check the person out. Ask questions like: how long has she been your walker? Are you happy with her? What are her best qualities? Is there anything she doesn’t do that you wished she did?
Make certain your pet likes the person.
If you have a pet that has some quirks, be honest with the dog walker about them.
Let the walker know what you expect: a 30 minute power walk or a 20 minute visit just hanging out and doing whatever the dog wants: walk, play, explore the yard, etc.
Get to know your walker. We will appreciate it. Give them feedback - we love that too. :)