How do I schedule my first walk or training session?
- Go to https://ElementsPetcare.as.me/NewClients to book an Initial Consult for any training services. After completing an Initial Consult, you will receive a training package with management and training plans for your specific situation, as well as a link to book future training services.
- Go to https://ElementsPetcare.as.me/NewClients to book a Meet & Greet for walks and pet care bookings. After completing a successful Meet & Greet, you will receive a link to book walking or pet care services.
- Email me at maria@elementspetcare.com if you have any questions about services.
What are your prices?
- A complete list of services and prices can be found here.
- Please note the type of training sessions and number of sessions required to reach your training goals will depend on the dog and your training goals.
- Email me at maria@elementspetcare.com to discuss your specific circumstance and goals.
What happens at a Meet & Greet?
- During your Meet & Greet, we go over the specific care requirements of your pet(s) and what you are hoping to get out of the pet care sessions. This is also a time for you to ask any questions you may have and explore which services would be most appropriate for your pet care needs and goals.
Meet & Greets typically take between 15-30 minutes, but there is no set time requirement. - There will be no training advice given during a Meet & Greet, if you require assistance with behaviour issues or have training questions, please book an Initial Consultant.
Can you give pets medications?
- Yes, we can administer tablets, capsules, liquids, sublinguals, nasal sprays, topicals, and subcutaneous injections. During your Meet & Greet, we can go over your veterinarian’s recommendations for each required medication and if you have a preferred way to administer it to your pet.
Do you walk senior dogs?
- Yes, most definitely! We love visiting senior and geriatric pets. We’re happy to do walks and/or enrichment visits specifically tailored to your pet’s abilities and needs.
During the Meet & Greet, please share what your pet enjoys most and any special considerations they may require.
Do you walk reactive dogs?
- Yes. We offer BFF Walks for our Big Feelings Friends and employ positive management techniques to ensure an enjoyable, low-stress, walk for your dog.
- If you would like training assistance or to discuss management tips which you can apply during your own walks, please book an Initial Consult.
- We are also happy to consult with other professionals you are working with, such as previous trainers or behaviourists so that you can get the most out of your dog’s care team.
How long will my dog be out of the house?
- It depends on the selected service.
For example, an hour-long walk is an hour of actual walk time plus however long it takes to get the dog to and from their preferred space in the home, as well as time for drying off muddy paws after the walk, feeding lunch if required… etc. So, an hour-long walk may take an hour and a half of time to fully complete.
During the Meet & Greet, we can go over what works best for your dog and I can give you a time estimate based on your selected service and personal requirements.
Will my dog ever come home dirty?
- After wet walks, all dogs get their paws wiped and a full towel off.
That said, some dogs really, really enjoy rolling mud puddles and only so much will come off with a towel so there is a chance your dog will come home dirty sometimes. We can discuss some options to mitigate that at the Meet & Greet.
Do you go to dog parks?
- No. Generally I try to avoid busy parks and high traffic trails, especially while walking multiple dogs or a reactive/fearful dog.
What sort of gear does my dog need?
- Nothing special, a simple flat collar with ID and their municipal dog licence. If your dog does not have a flat collar, a collar or harness will be provided for walks free of charge.
- Optionally, you may provide a well-fitted harness, that does not hinder movement.
- Leashes are provided.
Do you have references?
- Yes. Please browse my Testimonials page.
Do I need to give you a key?
- It is not required, but most clients do provide keys or a door code so that we can care for their pets when they are not home or busy with other tasks.
- All keys are kept in a secure safe when not in use. For additional security, I do not label keys with names or addresses.
Are you insured and bonded?
- Yes! Elements Petcare is insured and bonded by ProFur, an insurance company specifically for pet care professionals.
Who takes the photos posted to your website and social media?
- All photos were taken by Maria Adams and posted with pet owners’ permission.
Don’t need walking or training services but are interested in getting some fun photos of your dog? Email me at maria@elementspetcare.com to arrange a one-time photo walk or in-home cat photo session.