Canine In the City

 

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An C.

San Francisco, CA

I learned of Canine in the City (Scott) from the reviews here on Yelp. After meeting Scott, I knew he'd be great for my socially challenged shepherd, Roman. He takes Roman out to Ft Funston a few times a week with a group of dogs. The dogs all listen and respect Scott as their pack leader. I've walked with him and have seen him in action. He truly knows about dog  behavior - a must in a dog walker!

Because my dog can be dominant and sometimes a bully (but not aggressive) I needed a walker who knew how to work with these behavior traits. I needed to trust the walker since, not only do I LOVE this dog, but I've put countless hours and money into his training and behavior rehabilitation (he's a rescue). A trainer told me that in many instances, having a dog walker can undo the training. Well, I have had the opposite experience with Scott. In the month he's been walking my dog, Roman has become so much more responsive to me. Plus, he's calmer at the end of the day due to the exercise and socialization.

The other thing I must mention is that Scott is flexible and affordable. He's organized and knows how to run his business.

Anyone can call themselves a dog walker but few, in my experience, are true dog care professionals (most, I wouldn't touch with a ten foot pole). Scott is one of those few and we are so fortunate to have found him!

******Update 5/27/008*****

Scott has now been walking my other dog, Tikka, for over a month. Tikka had dog aggression issues...she is small, but thinks she's all that and has actually attacked a chow and Roman! When Scott took her, I handed him the muzzle and prayed. She wore the muzzle for maybe a week and now, not only does she enjoy her off leash walks with the pack...I take her to Ft. Funston and Crissy regularly where she meets tons of dogs on a daily basis. No more aggression! I've had several dog walkers before, but none could handle Roman and Tikka off leash. Now, they are both Canine Good Citizens :)

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Daylan W.

San Francisco, CA

Scott is San Francisco's own dog whisperer.  He has been walking my boy Tashi since 2005 and I don't know what I would do without him.  Tashi waits on the back of the couch everyday looking out the window waiting for Scott to come and pick him up for play a date with his buddies.  Scott isn't one of those dog walkers who comes over and walks your dog around the block.  Scott picks up all the dogs in his truck and then takes them all the way out to Fort Funston (AKA dog heaven) and lets the dogs play off leash in a safe contained place.  I feel like my dog is spoiled by Scott and I love it!  Scott loves what he does and this really shows.  I can't recommend Scott more highly.

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Jim B.

San Francisco, CA

I learned about Scott from the reviews on Yelp. They seemed too good to be true. I had adopted Niles from a couple who could no longer care for him. I was told ahead of time that he would have issues re-socializing. He would growl at other dogs and get into fights often during the first week.

When Scott first met Niles he ran a variety of tests on him to measure his response and see how obedient he was. Because of my dog's history of aggression, he started Niles off with a muzzle which soon went away.

After having Niles go on Scott's dog walks with other dogs, in two months Niles has become a joy to bring with me to the dog park. When Niles comes back from Scott's dog walk, he is tired and looking forward to relaxing. He is very calm, quiet, and content.

Here is a video of my dog playing after two months with Scott:
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If you 're having trouble working out all of your dog's energy during the day, or if your dog is a little rough on the edges with socializing, Canine in the City is the best thing you can do for your dog.

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daryl n.

San Francisco, CA

Scott's the Bomb-diggity.

I found him on yelp and I'M now spredding the Luv on Yelp..

He's a cool kat,,, better yet a cool D.o.GG....

I've been doing 3days a week, for my Whippet/shepard mix Named SaFari....who's a firecracker,,, the first day scott met him he made him heal,  Which was incredible..... Secondly, you could see his passion for Dogs, everytime I talk or see him... I definitely recommend him due to his knowledge, honesty and trustworthinesss....

Affordable, and flexible..... My dog now naps for at least 3-4 hours on the days he goes out..

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Caroline B.

San Francisco, CA

Scott from Canine in the City is like family. Scott took care of our sweet girl , Luna, an old loving Rottweiler, for over 5+ years. Scott always went above and beyond to care for Luna who loved their time together. It's a huge decision on who you trust your canine companion to and I can recommend Scott will all my heart. He is an incredibly caring person and fabulous uncle to all the dogs he cares for. Any dog who gets to play at Canine in the City is a happy, lucky dog.

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angelica x.

Palo Alto, CA

We had a loving "nice to people" Chesapeake Bay Retriever who was a LITTLE crazy around
other dogs.  OK, he used a Maltese as a squeaky toy once,
he was fully crazy around dogs we met on our walks which were isolated due to his
lack of socialization.  We thought retriever - ball - retriever - ball -
we didn't know he could get along with the other dogs on the block...
until we met Scott, the owner of Canine in the City.  hallelujah hallelujah.

I didn't believe it at first.  After only a week of walks
with Scott our dog, Mud, greeted other dogs on our walks.
I was stunned by his canine to canine friendliness.  
My surprise turned to amazement one day when I walked
Mud to the truck to meet Scott.  Scott opened the
top gate to the truck and the two cute labs in the bed wagged
at Scott and I and when he lowered the tailgate the two cute labs
saw Mud and went CRAZY wagging and jumping. Mud bound in the
truck and it was like old friends had been reunited...

That is what Canine in the City gave us -
a nice dog that had no friends and didn't know how to make them
turned most popular dog at the park with friends he sits by the door and
waits for.

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Katie h.

San Francisco, CA

Monty (the dog) and I have been with Scott for 5+ years. We worship the ground he walks on. I wouldn't trust my Monty with anyone else. Highly recommended!

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