Lori The Dog Walker has been handling dogs in Huntington Beach since 2007, and she knows the local streets and parks well enough to match each dog with the right kind of outing. Her team is licensed, bonded, and insured, which matters when you’re leaving your dog in someone else’s hands five days a week.

The service works like this: if your dog is social and energetic, Lori runs daily group walks where dogs get exercise and interaction with other dogs. If yours prefers doing their own thing or has behavioral issues that make group settings stressful, she offers private walks tailored to what your dog needs. She also does dog sitting and puppy care, so whether you need midday breaks during the workweek or someone to stay with your dog while you’re traveling, there are options.

What makes this different from a larger chain facility is that Lori actually knows her clients’ dogs. She’s been walking the same neighborhoods for years and builds relationships with the dogs she works with regularly. That consistency matters, especially for dogs that get anxious with new people or need someone who understands their temperament and quirks. Her assistants know which dogs need a slower pace, which ones get reactive around certain situations, and which ones are reliable off-leash in the right settings.

The boarding option is useful if you need overnight care without driving to a kennel across town. Lori keeps her client list manageable so she’s not overwhelmed and can actually pay attention to individual dogs instead of managing a huge operation.

If you have a dog that needs structure during the workday or you travel occasionally, calling Lori directly to discuss what your dog’s actually like will give you a better sense of whether her approach fits what you’re looking for.