Welcome to Waggle Trails, your dog's new favorite way to spend the day while you’re at work! At Waggle Trails your pup will get social time, exercise, sniff-richment, treats, love & pets, and all the waggles & frolics they could ever dream of.
Dog hiking and dog walking in medford, somerville, woburn, winchester, arlington
Small
Group
Hikes
Small-group Hikes are perfect for pups who love being out in nature with their canine pals, frolicking, sniffing the trails and exploring an enriching environment. With Waggle Trails, hikes are small groups of 2-4 dogs to ensure that each pup receives the attention they need to stay safe and have a blast. A lot of thought and care goes into groupings to make sure that all pups get along in the car and on the path. As hikes are group outings, Waggle Trails limits this service to dogs who are “friendly” and able to contribute to a safe space for their fellow canine buds during the outing. The info you provide on your Contact Form and insight gleaned from the Meet-n-Greet will allow Waggle Trails to find the right outing for you and your fuzzy friend. Hikes include 60-90 minutes of trail time, pickup and drop-off, treats, doggy bags and lots of love & enrichment. Clients can expect their pup to be away from home for 1 - 3 hours depending on how much fun we’re having, weather, safety, traffic, and distance between client homes. Hikes are $60 per outing, and any second pup is half off. Click here to learn more about pricing at Waggle Trails
Mia & Murphy are occasionally dog-reactive so we enjoy solo hikes in the woods together
Flora is occasionally dog-reactive so we enjoy solo walks in her neighborhood together
Mia & Murphy are occasionally dog-reactive so we enjoy solo hikes in the woods together
SOLO HIKES
Solo Hikes are perfect for dogs who require more 1 on 1 attention and care, such as slower moving senior pups, tripods, dogs with reactivity, super strong and energetic pups, those with very very strong prey drive, and young pups who are still learning leash manners and respecting the boundaries of others. Solo Hikes include 45 minutes of trail time, pickup and drop-off, treats, doggy bags and lots of love & enrichment. Solo Hikes are $45 per outing and any siblings are half off. Click here to learn more about pricing at Waggle Trails
Dog Walks
15 and 30 minute walks are perfect for pups who need a little relief during the day, especially for puppies, dogs with reactivity, senior dogs, or pups with medical needs. Walks typically take place in your neighborhood or at nearby parks and fields. Walks include 15 or 30 minutes of outdoor time, pickup and drop-off, treats, doggy bags and lots of enrichment. Walks are $15 or $30 per outing, and any second pup is half off. Click here to learn more about pricing at Waggle Trails
OFF-HOURS OUTINGS
Hikes & Walks happening outside of regular business hours are occasionally available upon request and are +$5. Click the button below to see Waggle Trails' hours.
PET SITTING
Pet Sitting is unavailable
at this time.
🐈⬛ Cat sittings include 1 or more drop-in visits each day, lasting around 30-45 minutes, depending on the needs and preferences of your cat. The visit includes time to socialize, play and snuggle (if your cat is into that kind of thing!), feeding, changing the litter box and refreshing their water bowl. $30/day, or $40 for holidays, and +$15 for each additional cat.
🐢 Other Pets: I have experience caring for small fish, and red-eared slider turtles. I’d love to learn more about your pet and their care needs! Contact me to inquire about dates, pet needs, and pricing.
Dog Sitting is currently unavailable
🐕 Dog sittings include 2-3 walks each day, depending on the needs of your dog, as well as feeding and lots of love-giving. $100/day or $150/day for holidays. Each additional pup is +$15.
Pricing
Why these prices?
When you choose Waggle Trails for your pet care needs you know your fur baby is in trusted hands. Michelle has over 5 years of experience in pet care, and R+ training experience for dogs with reactivity, fear and anxiety. Each outing & service includes treats, doggy bags, gear (long leashes, toys, seatbelts, etc), pick-up/drop-off, transportation to/from the trail, towels, and more at no extra cost. These rates make it possible to provide reliable and specialized services while getting paid a livable wage. Some other dog-hiking groups offer lower rates in order to prioritize their profits by taking large groups of dogs into the woods. This practice makes it impossible to manage all dogs on leash so many of them go off-leash regardless of their inability to recall reliably, and end up lost or approaching reactive dogs which is dangerous for everyone.
At Waggle Trails the groups are small (2-4 dogs), allowing for thoughtful groupings to make sure pups get along with each other, are accounted for and safe while adventuring. With small-group dog hiking Michelle is able to prioritize safety and the needs of each pup in her care. At the end of each outing you will receive complimentary and adorable photos & videos of your fur baby, with a thoughtful summary of how their outing went. When you choose Waggle Trails you know that there will be clear communication, transparency, reliable service and safety measures you can trust. Whether it be untangling some nature from your dog's fluff, washing down a muddy retriever, giving your senior dog a quick yard break, or keeping your anxious dog safe & comfortable, Michelle will always go the extra mile to ensure your pets' wellbeing.
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