Neighborhood Walks & Enrichment
Not every dog needs the same kind of walk. We offer four walk/visit options so your dog gets the right kind of support.
All walks and enrichment services are provided by Nadja, who has worked with North Seattle dogs and their families since 2003. Her background in behavior consulting and positive reinforcement training means every walk is more than a walk — it's handled by someone who understands your dog's behavior and knows how to respond to it in real time.
Routine Neighborhood Walks
Straightforward, reliable walks for dogs who are comfortable in typical neighborhood environments. We walk at your dog's pace, reinforce basic cues when appropriate, and keep things consistent day to day.
What's Included
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Neighborhood walk at your dog’s pace
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Reinforcement of basic cues when appropriate
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Fresh water and small snack or meal if requested
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Basic care support during the visit
Best For
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Dogs comfortable in neighborhood settings
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Owners needing reliable daily or weekly coverage
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Minimum 2 walks per week
Pricing
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10 - 15 minute Potty Break - $20
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20 minute Walk – $25
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30 minute Walk – $35
Add an additional dog from the same home $5
Training Walks
For dogs who are building skills and confidence in real-world environments.
We work on helping your dog stay engaged, make better choices around distractions, and develop leash manners that carry over into everyday life.
Training Walks Include
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30-min virtual intake consult (new clients)
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30-minute neighborhood training walk
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Real-time reinforcement and guidance
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Written update after initial package
Best For
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Puppies learning early leash skills
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Dogs who pull or struggle to stay focused
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Dogs transitioning home skills to outdoor settings
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Dogs who benefit from structured real-world learning
Pricing
Initial Pack of 5 Walks = $260
Established Clients = $45 per Walk
Reactivity Support Walks
Reactivity Support Walks help your dog cope with the world around them with more confidence and less overwhelm.
We focus on emotional regulation, thoughtful handling, and more predictable walks for dogs who bark, lunge, freeze, vocalize, or get overwhelmed by triggers like other dogs, people, bikes, scooters, or movement around them.
Each walk is built around your dog's individual needs and may include:
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Trigger and threshold awareness
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Calm movement and decompression
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Pattern games and predictable routines
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Real-time handling and management support
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Confidence building around the environment
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Easing overwhelm and nervous system load
Reactivity Support Walks Include
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A 30-minute virtual meet and greet for new clients
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A 30-minute structured support walk
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A written update after your initial package
For safety and success, some dogs may require a gradual introduction process, especially if they are sensitive to unfamiliar people or environments.
Best for
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Dogs who bark, lunge, or over-aroused on leash
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Dogs struggling to regulate around triggers
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Dogs whose walkers have struggled to manage their behavior
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Dogs building confidence around other dogs or people
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Dogs transitioning from more intensive behavior support work
Some dogs may require a gradual introduction process, especially if they are sensitive to unfamiliar people or environments.
Pricing
Initial package of 5 walks: $325
Established clients: $60 per walk
Enrichment Visits
In-home sessions focused on mental stimulation through sniffing, foraging, chewing, problem-solving and decompression.
Each visit is adapted to your dog's preferences and energy level, using food-based, sensory, or object-based activities that support emotional balance and reduce boredom or over-arousal.
Enrichment Visits Include
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30-minute intake (new clients)
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30-minute in-home enrichment session
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Rotating activities based on your dog's preferences
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Safe, structured engagement using food-based, sensory, or object-based enrichment
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Written update after initial package
For dogs who are sensitive to new people or routines, we may take a gradual approach to building comfort with the process.
Best for
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Puppies in early development
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Dogs prone to boredom, stress, or over-arousal
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Dogs who love scent work and food puzzles
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Dogs who need outlets when left alone
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Dogs who enjoy scent work, food puzzles, and exploratory activities
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Guardians wanting structured enrichment support
Pricing
Initial Pack of 5 Visits = $260
Established Clients = $45 per Visit
What do Enrichment Visits Look Like?
Every visit is tailored to your dog's preferences and energy level that day. Activities rotate based on what they enjoy and what will benefit them most.
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Positive reinforcement training sessions
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Trick training
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Scent work and sniffing games
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Foraging and food puzzles
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Chewing and shredding activities
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Decompression and calm settling time
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DIY Enrichment Ideas
Are you excited about the idea of enrichment for your dog but love creating things yourself? Enrichment doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive! Check out these videos for simple DIY enrichment ideas that will keep your dog mentally stimulated, happy, and engaged using items you probably already have around the house:
Ready to get started? Let's meet your dog first.
Every new client starts with a free meet & greet at your home. We'll get to know you and your dog, talk through the service you're interested in, and answer any questions you have. If it's a good fit, we'll get your schedule set up right away.
What we'll cover:
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Your dog's personality, daily routine, and any behaviors we should know about
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Which service is the best fit and what to expect
Next steps: for park adventures we'll schedule a trial run first; for walks and other services we can start right away
