Q&A
Here's a few questions we get often, followed by some answers about our services, policies, and how we ensure the best care for your beloved pets.
Q: "How do you keep them all together on the hikes?"
A: Dogs are naturally pack animals, which helps tremendously during our hikes. Since we visit multiple parks, the first stop is always a fenced-in park where the pups have the opportunity to socialize, build familiarity, and understand the pack dynamic before heading out on the hikes. With tasty treats, positive reinforcement, and the freedom to simply be themselves, it's very rare that a pup chooses to run from that experience.
Q: "How do you know if a dog is fit to join the other pups on the shuttle?"
A: First, we rely on parents to understand their dog’s personality and comfort level, because you know your pup better than anyone. Since this is a social, group-based experience, it’s important that dogs are generally comfortable around other pups. The first park we visit is always used as a temperament and comfort assessment, allowing us to observe how each dog interacts with the group and ensure they’re enjoying the experience safely.
Q: "What happens if the dogs see a squirrel or encounter anything else on the hikes like other dogs or people?"
A: Fortunately, squirrel chases usually don’t last long since we’re surrounded by plenty of trees and squirrels quickly run up them. The parks we visit also don’t typically have large wildlife, such as deer, that would encourage dogs to run long distances. If we encounter people, dogs, or anything else along the trail, we simply do a group recall and calmly detour around them before continuing the hike. The specific parks we visit are also very secluded with slim to no foot traffic.
If you have any additional questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to email us, we're always happy to help!