Meet and Greet

We always start with a complimentary meet & greet to get to know you and your pets. This visit lets us learn about your routine, discuss any special needs, and ensure a great match before we begin regular care.

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How does it work?

A quick visit to make sure your dog and Emily are the perfect match.

During your meet & greet, Emily will:

Get to know your dog

  • Learn your dog’s personality, energy level, likes & dislikes

  • Ask about any reactivity, triggers, anxiety, or quirks

  • Meet your dog in a calm, pressure-free way so they feel comfortable

Review routines

  • Feeding schedule (if needed before/after walks)

  • Potty habits & typical outing length

  • Commands your dog knows

  • Preferred walking style (structured, sniff-heavy, adventure walks, etc.)

Discuss health & safety

  • Review vet info, allergies, medications

  • Talk about mobility concerns, age-specific needs, or special care instructions

  • Go over emergency procedures & your preferred vet clinic

Go over equipment

  • Check harness fit, leash type, and any preferred gear

  • Talk about safe walking setups and what you’d like her to use

  • Note if your dog is an escape artist or puller

Understand home logistics

  • How to access your home or building

  • Alarm codes, key placement, gate instructions

  • Where to leave water, towel-offs, or post-walk updates

Answer questions & build a personalized plan

  • You’ll go through your expectations, schedule, and goals

  • She’ll explain her walking style, updates, photos, and communication

  • You can decide on the best timetable for weekly walks

Short trial walk (optional)

  • A quick 2–5 minute walk to see how your dog responds to Emily

  • Helps ensure your dog feels safe, happy, and confident with her

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Request a Meet and Greet.

We always start with a complimentary meet & greet to get to know you and your pets. This visit lets us learn about your routine, discuss any special needs, and ensure a great match before we begin regular care.

FAQ’s

  • Usually 10–15 minutes. If your dog needs extra time warming up, Emily can stay a little longer.

  • Ideally yes, but virtual options are available if needed. A quick in-person meeting with your dog is required.

  • Totally fine. Emily specializes in gentle, patient introductions. The meet & greet will move at your dog’s pace.

  • Nope. Meet & greets are 100% complimentary and pressure-free.

  • Emily is experienced with reactivity, leash manners, and dogs who need a quieter approach. She’ll talk through what your dog needs and see if it’s the right fit.