Wag-N-Ride

08/16/2024

Summer was very busy and lots of people boarded their dogs so they could travel. Unfortunately with that means viruses tend to break out. I have been hearing about increased cases coming into clinics. If your dog is experiencing cough, runny nose/eyes, or any other respiratory symptoms, then keep them at home and away from other dogs. If you have boarding reservations then call and make sure there have been no reported cases in the facility. If your pup starts experiencing symptoms please call your vet!

Our clients:
Please let us know if your pup starts experiencing symptoms of a respiratory illness. We will need to keep them in your yard and away from other dogs. This includes all walks, drop ins and pack walk. We will also need to make sure we wash our hands and spray shoes and clothing down with lysol to ensure we do not carry anything to the next job. We will alert you if we notice any respiratory symptoms during our visits.

We want to inform you that the Birmingham Humane Society has reported an outbreak of canine pneumovirus at its facility, and there have been cases of canine influenza in the Montgomery and Auburn areas.

As your pet's health and safety are our top priority, we recommend taking preventative measures against respiratory illnesses.

Ensure your dog is up-to-date on its vaccinations, including influenza and kennel cough.

When boarding, inquire about any recent outbreaks at the facility.

Be cautious when interacting with other dogs whose vaccination status is unknown.

If you have concerns or notice respiratory symptoms in your pet, please contact us. Finally, call us from the parking lot before entering the clinic with a dog showing respiratory symptoms, as these viruses are highly contagious.

08/16/2024

Ted man loves his walks with Anna and Brooklyn! He's the best boy! His mom works long hours, and we get to provide her peace of mind by letting him stretch his legs and enjoy the sunshine each day 🥰

08/14/2024

Let's wish a big Happy 1 year with Brooklyn! She has been such a blessing to have on the team. She has grown so much since joining, and she loves every pet as if they were her own! She's creative and a joy to be around. Thank you, Brooklyn! Hoping to have you on the team for many more years! ❤️

08/09/2024

Radley has been with us for 9 to 10 months now. Brooklyn and I were her main walkers. She was super nervous and anxious, so I thought it best to keep us 2 on her to eliminate a bunch of change. Radley would hide when we came in, bark, and never pottied on a walk. She hated leaving her family. She liked us on the walk, and we would pet her and love her, but inside, she wanted nothing to do with us. Flash forward to 2 weeks ago. Radley went on vacation for part of the summer and came back recently. Due to schedule changes, I had to bring in Ashlyn to be her walker. I'm blown away at how quickly she warmed up to Ashlyn. She's greeting Ashlyn in the house, going potty on walks, and in her pictures, she looks happy to be out with her. I'd say my feelings are hurt, but over the years, I've truly come to understand that dogs can like, dislike, and tolerate different people just like we can. Sometimes, with our shy, anxious, and nervous dogs, we have to just see who they warm up to the best, and that person becomes the main caregiver. This does not mean the rest of the team is inadequate. The point of this post is to show that sometimes dogs connect with one person better than another. Here at Wag-N-Ride, we always want to try and make the best matches with your pets, and I think we made the best match with Ashlyn and Radley!

08/04/2024

Indy is always so happy! I can't stop laughing at this picture! Her ears and that smile 🤣 We love this girl!

08/03/2024

Happy Saturday, friends! The 3 musketeers are ready for the weekend 🤩

07/29/2024

Sweet Lazlo loved seeing Anna this weekend! He loves to give you his paw and has the softest and kindest eyes. We love our jobs! 🥰

07/24/2024

Waldo!!! He's now the happiest pup when I walk in the door! I'll never get over how much this guy loves me now! Never give up, because the end result is always worth it!

07/23/2024

Sweet Maple is off on an adventure with her mom and dad! They are moving for work, and we are so sad to see them go. We are wishing them the best on this new journey! I've known Maple since she was 9 weeks old and loved watching her grow into the best girl she is today! The team adored her, and we are all heartbroken. This isn't goodbye, sweet friend, it's until we meet again!

07/18/2024

Griffin and Finley are all smiles today during their visit with Ashlyn!

Thankful for my team! It may not be me out there doing the work, but my team is trained to give the best quality care and peace of mind to our pet parents just like I would! Having a team ensures the Wag-N-Ride legacy will continue even when I'm sick/injured, out of town, or when I get older and can't put in the miles like I used to do. I have hand selected each team member, and they have all been background checked, gone through training, and continued their education in pet care. They are willing to learn and ask questions. My biggest goal is to create a work environment where team members are treated fairly and aren't afraid to come to me if they need help. As a team, we want to ensure that every pet is happy and healthy during our time with them. I'm also incredibly grateful that you guys love the team as much as I do! ❤️

07/15/2024

Boo's mom got her a ball pit! She has loved having this over the summer. It's a fun way of enrichment when it's too hot to do a good walk. You can take some of your pups' kibble or even crumble up some treats and toss them in, and then your pup can use their nose to find the food!

07/14/2024

Did you know Brooklyn can make you a leash holder? Not only that, she can customize it to look like your pup! She is so talented, and we love having her on the team! If you are interested, you can go to her Instagram page ! She made this one recently for one of our clients ❤️

07/09/2024

Happy Tuesday from Roscoe!!

02/17/2024

Happy Saturday! We are so excited to announce that we are opening up daily dog walking spots, pet sitting visits, and pet taxi rides just in time for spring break! We serve the Hoover, Vestavia, Homewood and Mountain Brook area. What do you get when you choose Wag-N-Ride?

1. Trained professionals
2. Updates with every walk, visit and ride, which includes GPS tracking, pictures and report cards
3. A happy and healthy pet
4. Peace of mind

Call or text (205)882-9439 today to become part of the Wag-N-Ride family. Your pet will thank you!

You can also check out our website. Just go to our profile and click the link!

02/01/2024

We are looking for a new team member to join Wag-N-Ride! We hold ourselves to a higher standard of care to the pet parent community. We are professionals that put the health and safety of the pets first and foremost. We communicate with our clients daily to provide peace of mind while they are away. We are looking for someone who would not only be a good fit for us, but for our clients as well. Here are some things you need to know before applying:

1. On the job training will be required for the first 2-4 weeks
2. We are app based, and a reliable phone is required.
3. Reliable transportation to each job is required.
4. We can walk up to 60 minutes at any given time.
5. We are open 365 days a year, so must be willing to work holidays and weekends.
6. We pay by the job, not by the hour.
7. Flexible scheduling.
8. Monthly team meetings.

If you would like more info, please text/call Anna at (205)882-9439 or you can email resumes to [email protected]

*Please share this info with anyone you think might be interested! Thank you! *

01/10/2024

Why do we say "No" to interactions while dogs are in our care? ⬇️

The two big questions we get asked while out on walks is, "can I pet your dog" or "can my dog say hello? They're friendly."

As professionals we always politely say no, and here's why:

1. Liability- if something were to happen, the liability would fall on us.
2. Safety- while these dogs know us, they don't know you or your dog. If you, your child or your dog invaded the dog's space, that we are walking, and that dog became uncomfortable and reacted, then the 3rd party or our dog could be injured.
3. Dogs don't love everyone and shouldn't be expected to
4. On leash greetings aren't always appropriate and can cause tension which could result in a negative reaction.
5. Peace of mind for pet parents- they know that while we have their dog, that we would never put them in an uncomfortable situation.

You should always respect a dog walker's boundaries. If they say "no" then do not continue to approach the dog. This creates an unsafe and uncomfortable environment for us.

And to my fellow dog walkers, "No is a complete sentence."

11/30/2023

Planning to add a sweet fur friend to your family this holiday season? Are you worried about pet care when you're working or out of town? ⬇️

At Wag-N-Ride we understand how big of a responsibility it can be to take on a new pet. Let us take that worry and stress away. With our team, we can help make sure your pet is happy and healthy throughout their entire life. As professionals we want your pet to feel safe and secure in the person who is caring for them. We love our fur friends and want them to see us as part of the family. Below are the steps you can take to be a part of the Wag-N-Ride fam:

1. Check out our website www.wagandride.com to see if we can fit your needs and are a good fit.
2. An initial phone consult before you bring your new family member home to discuss what you are looking for and help with the transition into becoming a pet parent!
3. A meet and greet to meet your family and the new pet to ensure everyone is comfortable with each other. We will also discuss creating a regular schedule, so we become a normal part of your pets routine.
4. Book your first service! Depending on your pet and what they need, we provide several different service types to fit several different pet types and their pet care needs.

By doing this, we are creating a happy, healthy and secure relationship between your pet and their pet sitter/dog walker. This will give pet parents peace of mind knowing that your pet is comfortable while you are away!

11/30/2023

For some reason my Instagram is no longer sharing posts automatically to FB. I want to apologize for the lack of cute pet content! I am working on fixing that, so you guys can see the cute pet content too!

09/19/2023

Love having days where I have time to take my own dogs hiking! One big lesson I learned this past year is that I can't do this on my own. For my mental health, physical health, and emotional health, I needed to be able to take time off. I'm beyond thankful for my team and all that they do! I was very, very lucky to have found these lovely young ladies!

09/18/2023

We love when they turn their heads sideways! Cam just got neutered and was wearing a snap suit to protect the incision and keep him from chewing and licking. This is a great alternative from the cone of shame. However, if you see your dog picking at the suit or still trying to get to the incision then we highly advise putting on the cone when you aren't there to watch them!

09/16/2023

Happy Saturday! We hope everyone has a great weekend ❤️

09/14/2023

What a pack! Yesterday and came out to help with the walk, and I love teaching and showing them how to walk a pack of dogs, and I love seeing the dogs walk with my team! ❤️❤️

09/12/2023

The best views! Luna and Bella love their walks with Anna!

09/08/2023

Happy Friday! Scarlett being the goofy girl we know and love ❤️

When your pets can be themselves around us, then you know you've hit the jackpot! Pet owners should feel 100% comfortable with whomever is caring for their pets. Your pet should also feel comfortable with their pet sitter/dog walker. We love seeing all their personalities and becoming one of their favorite people to see walking through the door!

09/06/2023

Loo and her wild hair Wednesday 😂 This pup is so goofy and makes us laugh constantly!

09/04/2023

Happy Labor Day!⬇️

What did you do this weekend?

08/29/2023

Wilson loves his belly rubs from Brooklyn! Isn't he the sweetest?

08/18/2023

Why do we love Time to Pet?⬇️

1. Check-in and check-out: you know when we enter and exit your home!
2. GPS tracker: you get to see the route your pup and their walker took that day!
3. Picture updates: You get an update along with a picture every time we visit!
4. Report card: each pet has a report card that lets owners know about eating habits and potty habits, If the pet is secure inside the house and doors are locked when we leave!

By using this software, we are able to provide pet parents with the peace of mind that their pet is getting top knotch, quality care!

08/16/2023

Louie says, "Happy Wednesday!"

08/13/2023

Does your pup have the back to school blues? ⬇️

Your pup loved having their tiny humans home, and had a blast this summer! With kids officially back to school, your pups may be wondering if their summer fun is over?

It doesn't have to be! We offer daily walks for pups of all ages! Daily walks are good for our K9 friends for many reasons:

1. It's good for their health to get daily exercise. Walks can help keep them fit, joints and heart healthy, and provide stimulation for their minds.
2. Getting out of the kennel/house to enjoy some sunshine and fresh air.
3. Socialization with someone outside the family. This is super important should you ever need someone else to care for your pup while you are away. Your pup will have an established relationship with a professional.
4. Keep up with leash manners and obedience. We follow any commands and manners you have already taught your pup. We can help reinforce training inside and outside the house.

Daily walks can benefit humans too:

1. Our to-do lists are long and days are short. Let us cross off "walk the dog."
2. Since their physical needs are being met, you may notice a more relaxed dog when you get home.
3. You have a trusted professional that your pup has an established relationship with should you ever need a pet sitter.
4. Most importantly peace of mind that your pup is having a good time while your kids are at school, and you are at work.

Call us today to book your pups first walk!