Your dog comes home content, calm, and a little better trained.
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5.0 from 200+ Google reviews
Vancouver's only dog walking service designed by certified trainers. Weekday walks in Vancouver, including Downtown.
Vancouver's only dog walking service designed by certified trainers. Weekday walks in Vancouver, including Downtown.
2-minute form. No commitment. We reply within 1 business day.
2-minute form. No commitment. We reply within 1 business day.
You love your dog. Your workday doesn't care.
Eight hours staring at the door
Chewed furniture and a dog bouncing off the walls at 6pm
A walker who clipped on a leash, did 20 minutes, and brought back the same wired dog
Pulling, barking, lunging, or chasing that gets practised instead of trained
A walker who doesn't know your dog's training plan, so good habits stall while you're away
Most dog walkers are just a person holding a leash. Your dog's training shouldn't disappear when you're not holding it.
Every Walk Teaches Your Dog Something.
A cheap walk can build habits that cost hundreds to fix in training later.
A typical walker
Lets pulling and lunging slide
Misses stress signals
Gets from A to B
Every Walk Teaches Your Dog Something.
A cheap walk can build habits that cost hundreds to fix in training later.
A Raintown walker
Uses your dog’s training cues
Reads body language
Builds in enrichment & problem-solving
A typical walker
Lets pulling and lunging slide
Misses stress signals
Gets from A to B
A Raintown walker
Uses your dog’s training cues
Reads body language
Builds in enrichment & problem-solving
Every Walk Includes
A paid meet & greet + first walk to get to know your dog, their routines, behaviour and existing training.
Every Walk Includes
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A walker who knows your dog's cues and training goals, so walks build on what you're already working on.
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60-minute walks, either solo or a small group adventure hike.
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Live GPS tracking, photos and videos throughout the walk.
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A post-walk summary with bathroom breaks, what they worked on, and their wins.
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A certified trainer on call for questions and support, including reactive or more challenging dogs.
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From $65 per walk (+GST)
What Owners Say
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5.0 from 200+ Google reviews
What Owners Say
"Kali absolutely adores Lauren. It brings me so much joy each week to tell her "Lauren's coming" and watch her reaction."
Ryan & Kali
Mount Pleasant
“Raintown […] has worked wonders. They taught us how to manage Penny’s excitement and create a calm, focused walking routine. Now, walks are enjoyable for both of us.”
Vicky & Penny
Shaughnessy
“If you're looking for experienced trainers who know their stuff and can handle all sorts of dogs, you've found them."
Lauren & Boo
Vancouver, BC
Meet Your Walkers
Head Walker & Training Associate
4+ years making good habits stick
Lauren Hutchinson
Lauren brings a trainer’s eye and incredible attention to detail to every Vancouver sidewalk, whether it’s a puppy, reactive dog, or senior. Beloved by dogs and clients alike, she brings exceptional care to every walk.
Dog Walker & Training Associate
2+ years turning zoomies into naps
Steph Dore
Pet First Aid certified and studying to become a Professional Dog Trainer through the Victoria Stilwell Academy, Steph loves connecting with Vancouver dogs and their people. She tailors every walk to each dog's needs, whether that's enrichment, training skills, or a steady-paced adventure.
Founder & Head Trainer
Professional dog nerd on call
Kris Hampton, CTC, CPDT-KA
Kris started out as a dog walker before becoming a certified professional trainer. Today, she supports the walking team with training guidance and is on call for questions, behaviour concerns, and helping reinforce each dog’s existing training.
Where We Walk
Vancouver · Mon to Fri
Kitsilano, Fairview, Mount Pleasant, East Van
Downtown · Mon to Fri
West End, Yaletown and nearby
Spots are limited. Not in these areas? Join the waitlist.
FAQs
How much does it cost?
Walks start at $65 (+ GST). Your exact rate depends on how often you book, with lower per-walk pricing for weekly packages and subscriptions. The more walks you book, the more you save.
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Can you walk reactive dogs?
Yes. Reactive dogs get solo walks with a trainer-coached walker, with a professional certified trainer on call for support.
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What if I need to cancel?
To skip or reschedule a pay-as-you-go walk, give us 48 hours’ notice. Subscriptions can be cancelled anytime with 30 days’ notice. Full details are in our Terms of Service.
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Do you walk in the rain?
Yes, it's Vancouver - Raintown represent! If conditions are unsafe, like ice or extreme heat, we'll shorten the walk or switch to indoor enrichment and let you know.
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Ready when you are.
Takes 2 minutes. No commitment. We reply within 1 business day.
Ready when you are.
Takes 2 minutes. No commitment. We reply within 1 business day.