Hillary's Hounds

Obi, Tad, Bella and Hillary

The Art of the Walk

When I began to walk dogs professionally, I realized how wonderful life would be if all of my clients’ dogs knew how to walk properly. Finally, in a fit of self preservation I began to train every dog I got. Then I taught their owners some handling skills, and a little dog psychology.

Within weeks my walks became artful, the dogs trying to impress me, loving the work — even Jake, a pit bull mix who wanted to eat me alive when we first met. Walking dogs felt like a dance and people actually stopped me on the street to compliment the dogs. I had discovered the Art of the Walk, and so had the dogs. Soon I started hearing that dogs were better behaved at home, calmer, more tuned in. In fact, nasty behaviors were disappearing fast and my clients were thrilled. When neighbors and friends starting asking for help I realized how few people really know how to walk a dog effortlessly, let alone establish pack leadership quickly and easily.

So let us teach you and your dog the Art of the Walk. We'll teach your dog how to dance.  Then we'll teach you how to lead. 

All things begin with the Walk.

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Miracle!!!  I was absolutely blown away by how Nigel walked this morning.  Grover didn’t do badly, but what a difference with Nigel.  And, we worked on the couch last night and after awhile he seemed to get that too!  Just stayed in his bed until I brought him up.  Thanks again…I’m truly amazed!  I know there is still always work to do, but beyond my expectations.

Best regards,

Joy  

Joy Martin, Kentfield, CA

"We went on a 2 week vacation and the kids were so worried.  Thank you for taking such good care of our many critters (an iquana named Harry, a hamster called Joey, 2 cats - Mikey and Sam, and a dog called Charlie)."

Gracie Linden Smith, Kentfield

You matured and settled our Ellie so! I think leaving her and having her trust and reconnect when we got back helped her confidence too.

Kirsty Mooney, San Carlos, CA (Dog aggressive Ellie wanted to chase and attack every bird, deer and dog she encountered.  After 3 weeks all of these behaviors were gone.)

"They are different.  They've changed a lot.  They don't fight anymore, they're quiet in the house."

Rosalie, housekeeper of 10 years for Blossom and Pepper, two dog-aggressive labs living in Belvedere. 

For Your Protection Hillary's Hounds is bonded and insured for your protection. We are also members of the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters (NAPPS) and Pet Sitters International (PSI).