Sniff San Francisco
Sniff San Francisco

Sniff San Francisco

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Introduction: Sniff San Francisco is a locally owned dog walking, training and boarding company. Our approach to dog care is refreshingly different and is predicated on a simple precept of engagement. We engage not only the dogs under our care but also their moms and dads, our clients. We take a long-term view of our relationship with each client and think of it as a partnership. Our engagement begins when we text you to let you know that we are arriving on foot to walk your dog to the park. We each pick up 4 to 5 dogs and arrive at the park at the same time. Our person-to-dog ratio is 1:5, not 1:8 like most dog walkers in San Francisco. At the park, we have multiple sets of eyes and ears which is what enables us to: - Supervise dogs in play, whether it’s playful bouts of wrestling, chases, keep-away or fetch; - Incorporate training. We are constantly reinforcing and expanding a dog’s working verbal and gestural vocabulary; - Track the whereabouts of every dog to ensure safety; and - Use reward-based methods, such as wholesome freeze-dried treats, high-pitched praise and various forms of affection to promote positive behavior. We socialize and work with dogs to modify behavior in a pleasurable, constructive manner. We framed Sniff around a core value of providing superior, responsible dog care. Everyday, we strive to provide a clean, safe and fun environment for beloved canines to develop into well-socialized members of your family. We empower dogs and their owners to grow and thrive. Hopefully, you’ll feel our approach and thoughtfulness reflect a paradigm shift that fundamentally transforms the very soul of dog care. We were voted two years in a row as the Best Dog Walking Service in San Francisco by Thumbtack. We are fully licensed and insured. We underwent extensive training at Four Legged Fitness and are Red Cross-trained in first-aid and CPR. We are insured by Pet Sitters Associates and bonded by HCC Insurance Holdings. And as members of ProDog, an association of professional dog walkers in San Francisco, we advocate every dog’s rights. Check out our Yelp page to learn more about what our clients have to say. We enjoy helping our dogs reach their potential. Dogs are as unique as people. So for some dogs this could mean socializing a new dog to the city. For others, it could mean getting in shape. And yet for another it could be mean building reliability and mastery around a core set of commands or even expanding a dog's repertoire of commands. What makes us proud is when we know that our clients can see a difference and understand that we were an integral ingredient to that positive change.
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Hired 14 times

4 employees

11 years in business

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Heidi K.
Aug 20, 2015
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Hired on Thumbtack

Hired on Thumbtack

Dog Walking
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Kristina G.
Apr 4, 2015
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Hired on Thumbtack

Hired on Thumbtack

Sniff dog walkers have exceeded our expectations. Jim and Benny, the co-owners, have added two important skills to dog walking that we appreciate; daily communication with us via text and posted videos as well as daily training programs specifically designed for your “Fido”. In our case the training is individually designed for three Australian Shepherds, one agility trained needing stimulation, one potentially aggressive male who they keep in check with love and attention and last but not least the good natured elder with his own special needs. Sniff as a duo, does not drive the dogs to and from parks, but rather walk the dogs on leash to and from local parks, an added benefit for our pack. The destinations vary by day and week. Most importantly our dogs LOVE them! And, did we mention they are trustworthy and reliable? Jim and Benny are true professionals with the utmost commitment and enthusiasm. We could not recommend them more highly. FYI we found Sniff on Thumbtack.
Dog Walking
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Brooke N.
Oct 25, 2015
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Hired on Thumbtack

Hired on Thumbtack

I can not begin to describe how incredibly impressed and pleased I am with using Sniff SF. From the moment we met Jim and Benny, we knew we found two genuine, caring, professional, dog lovers. We spent about 3 weeks interviewing people, Sniff SF is the only one who really took the time to get to know not only my dog but my boyfriend and I. They completed a thorough assessment of my dogs likes, dislikes, triggers, things she needs training on. EVERYTHING! We have been using Sniff SF for about 2 months now and we can definitely tell a difference with our dog! I would highly recommend them to anyone who wants there dog to be in the best hands possible when you are unable to be around!
Dog Walking
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Jimmy H.
Jun 30, 2014
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Hired on Thumbtack

Hired on Thumbtack

Incredible dog walkers. They really put a lot of thought into the daily outings, and the little daily videos are a nice touch. My dog is always exhausted, which is a good thing. I am very, very impressed with their service.
Dog Walking
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Tina T.
Mar 14, 2015
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Hired on Thumbtack

Hired on Thumbtack

Extremely reliable and helpful. Highly recommend Jim and Benny. They have been more than just great dog sitters, and have taken great care of our dog.
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