Sniff and Go Blog
Expert dog walking advice and San Francisco pet care resources from our team of certified dog professionals.
October 15, 2026 · Daily Dog Care
Give your dog time to explore without turning a city walk into a tug-of-war: choose space, manage the leash, and build in simple transitions.
October 6, 2026 · Dog Walking in San Francisco
A dog walker's shortlist of SF patios, beer gardens, and cafes where your dog is genuinely welcome, plus the etiquette that keeps them welcome.
October 6, 2026 · Dog Walking in San Francisco
Lands End, Bernal Hill, Mount Sutro, Glen Canyon, and more: real trail walks inside city limits, with the leash rules for each.
October 6, 2026 · Daily Dog Care
A practical September reset for San Francisco households: map the day, plan the midday walk, and notice when your dog needs more than a schedule change.
September 18, 2026 · Dog Walking in San Francisco
Compare the practical details of solo and group walks in San Francisco, including pace, introductions, transportation, handling, and communication.
September 11, 2026 · Dog Walking in San Francisco
Fort Funston, Ocean Beach, Baker Beach, and Crissy Field, with the actual off-leash rules for each, from a team that has walked SF dogs since 2009.
July 31, 2026 · Dog Walking in San Francisco
The four off-leash areas, the all-sand Dog Training Area at 38th and Fulton, our favorite on-leash routes, and the rules nobody posts clearly.
June 15, 2026 · Puppies & Training
A practical socialization plan for puppies in San Francisco from a CPDT-KA trainer. What to do at 8, 12, and 16 weeks, and how to navigate the city safely.
June 15, 2026 · Daily Dog Care
How much exercise your dog actually needs, by breed and lifestyle. A San Francisco dog walker's take on why mental enrichment gets you more mileage than miles.
June 15, 2026 · Loose Leash Walking
How to stop your dog pulling on the leash, from a CPDT-KA trainer supporting a team doing 250+ private SF dog walks a week.
June 15, 2026 · Reactive Dogs & Training
Reactive isn't aggressive. After 15+ years of private dog walks in San Francisco, here's what most owners get wrong about reactive dogs and what actually helps.
May 10, 2024 · Dog Walking in San Francisco
On average, professional dog walking services in San Francisco for private or individual walks charge between $35-$60 for 30-minute walks, while 60-minute walks may range from $75-$125.
Mar 18, 2023 · Dog Walking in San Francisco
One of the many perks of being a dog walker in San Francisco is getting to see all the beautiful parks throughout the city. Here are our top 9 picks.
Feb 12, 2023 · Dog Walking in San Francisco
Family-friendly Cole Valley, with its historic Victorian homes and leafy tree-lined streets, is a favorite neighborhood for taking pups for a stroll.
Jan 19, 2023 · Dog Walking in San Francisco
There are so many choices when it comes to picking a dog walking company. We compiled a list of 20 questions to ask before hiring a dog walker in San Francisco.
