We’re Here When You Can’t Be
At Release the Hounds we recognize that exercise is fundamental to your dogās well being.
We know that sometimes, you canāt find the time, or simply arenāt able to get your dog out on a walk or hike. With convenient pick-up and drop-off options from your home or office, our professionally trained team will ensure your dog is walked beyond the block and straight into bliss.
Why Walk With Us
The Right Walk For
Every Dog.
Release the Hounds offers a variety of group dog walking programs that have been designed to create a fun, safe, and nurturing environment. Choose from private urban promenades or group play sessions in dog parks, to off-leash hikes through forest trails. This means thereās the right walk for every furry companion: little pups, big guys, teens and seniors, active breeds and mellow pups. In a group or as an individual, 30 minutes to 1 hour, we have something that fits your beloved dog, and your schedule.
Mind + Body Bliss:
The Benefits of a Walk
Fresh air and exercise are just the beginning. Socialization and good old-fashioned fun during a Release the Hounds walk will contribute to a happier, calmer, more responsive dog at home. In fact, dogs that maintain an ideal body weight have less medical conditions and live nearly two years longer; and who wouldnāt want two more years with their pet? Along with guidance from our certified walkers, your dog will also practice leash skills and adopt a more refined walking manner over time.
Leading the Industry,
One Dog at a Time
Release the Hounds is one of the largest and most trusted leaders in the pet industry, safely leading tens of thousands of dog walks since 2005.
It all comes down to our commitment to the fundamental principles of safety, reliability, and being trustworthy. We know that your dog is part of your family, so as part of our commitment to safety first, our team is bonded, licensed, and insured through the Canadian Northern Shield (CNS), and is Walks ‘N’ Wags Pet First Aid certified.
Safety in Every Step.
Every one of our dog walkers is selected, trained and experienced to deliver next-level care. They are loving, attentive, and safety conscious walkers. Beyond people, we have also developed comprehensive safety processes, protocols and technologies such as: air-conditioned vehicles, GPS monitored vans, GPS monitored walks (private walks), optional GPS collars (for off-leash walks), world class walker training and handling certification.
After the Walk Emails
For dogs on our private walks, youāll receive a summary email detailing the dayās route. Our smartphone app tracks the walk, start and end times, as well as any stops along the way using GPS so youāll have every detail recorded. Photos are included so you can visually enjoy your pupās walking adventure.
Before We
Walk, We Talk…
Initial Phone Consultation / Dog Requirements
If this is your dogās first time with us, please take a few minutes and book a time to talk with Horeb Medina, of our Care Team, who can answer any questions you may have. Horeb will ensure that we have your pup set up with the walk that is just right for them. You can easily book using our online calendar, simply click here.
In order to ensure that all the dogs on our group excursions have a safe and fun time, we ask that every dog must:
- Exhibit positive social behaviours with other dogs and people
- Have had up-to-date vaccinations, titre tests, or release form (See our vaccination policy)
- Have a āclipā collar, martingale or buckle collar (no choke chains or pinch collars)
- Have a valid license on their collar if required by the City
- Be spayed/neutered to participate
- To ensure the safety of the other dogs, the public, and our team, Release the Hounds cannot take dogs with aggressive tendencies on our group off-leash hikes and walks. Private walks and training walks are available for dogs with behavioural challenges.
Off-leash Dog Walking Services
At Release the Hounds we recognize that not all dogs are the same. We offer a variety of off-leash walks to fit both the needs of you, and your dog.
1 Hour Urban
Trailblazing and plenty of exercise
for all types of pups
If one hour of exercise and lots of socialization is just right for your pup, our One Hour Urban Exploration Off-leash walk is ideal. On this walk we explore local beach and parks in a fun, stimulating environment.
1.5 Hour Explorer
Urban forest adventures
for energetic dogs
The 1.5 Hour Explorer offers plenty of trailblazing in the form of running, swimming, and chasing of sticks and squirrels in a fun and safe environment.
2 Hour Adventure
Trailblazing and plenty of exercise for high energy pups
Our 2 Hour AdventureĀ is in lush, forested mountains, along beaches, and is the perfect outing for high endurance dogs with excess energy to burn.
On-leash Dog Walking Services
For dogs that do better with on-leash walks, we have solo walks available to fit your pups needs.
Private Walks
Create a customized walk to fit the needs of your dog
Some dogs just donāt do the group thing, and our Private Walking Program is designed with them in mind. Perfect for puppies who need a bit more time, seniors who just canāt keep up with the pack, females in season, and dogs with special needs or behavioural challenges.