I would give 10 stars if I could. My husband and I feel like we hit the dog-walker jackpot…read more
We were really looking for a one or two person dog walking operation that would really care for Lois, that we could trust, and that would give her the exercise she needs. But we got SO MUCH MORE. After being rejected by a dog walker who felt Lois, our 11lb Shih Tzu, was too shy and fearful, we were referred to Juliana and Cynthia. Juliana and Cynthia didn't see Lois's shyness as a problem. They knew she'd open up. And boy did she ever. She now LOVES to play with other dogs. Not only does Lois get to play with her pack mates for most of the week, on Fridays she goes on hikes with the big dogs, which she also LOVES. While I love that they have a little dog group (especially in the beginning when I was more worried about her), I also love that she can hang with the big guys and get more comfortable with them in a safe environment.
We've also left Lois with them in May for boarding. I usually worry a lot about Lois when we go out of town, I worry she doesn't get enough attention, or enough exercise, etc. But when we left her with Juliana and Cynthia, I wasn't worried at all. I got daily pictures showing how much fun she was having. And I knew she was getting tons of exercise and love. It's worth every penny and I will likely leave her with them from now on (vs. my neighbors who watch her for free, just because she gets better care and attention with Juliana and Cynthia).
I also love that Lois gets walked by the same two people every time. And with generally the same pack. It creates consistency and makes my pup that much more comfortable. I've had friends who have told me that when they're home their dog doesn't want to go out with the walker. Not with Juliana and Cynthia. Even if both my husband and I are home, she runs to the door, shakes her bum-bum, and essentially peaces out without looking back.
The most important thing about Juliana and Cynthia is that we trust them 1000% with our baby. I know the big dog group is safe for Lois because they all have perfect energy and temperaments, and because Juliana and Cynthia wouldn't have it any other way. I know that if Lois gets too tired or too hot, they'll pick her up and carry her or put water on her to cool her off. Juliana and Cynthia have such great energy which I believe is why they are so successful, why the dogs and humans all love them, and why their packs are so balanced and stable. I know Lois loves them as much as she does her own parents (which makes me both happy and sad), and I'm pretty sure they love her just as much as we do.
My only complaint is that they won't let me come on the dog walks with them ;)