* In order to join the group hike, dogs must be reliable off leash and friendly with dogs and people. Off-leash reliability involves coming when called most of the time, consistently following the lead of their human in a woodland location, and always coming back within minutes if they run into the woods. Dogs should be trained to not run up to dogs and people who are not in our pack, before joining our off leash program.
* Dogs in our off leash hiking program must commit to a regular Monday-Friday schedule, and leave a 9-2:30 window for the outing. If you will be taking a vacation with your dog, boarding your dog during your travels, if your dog has a vet or grooming appointment, or for any other reason, you can cancel with no charge for the hike.
* During hikes, we spend time on and off main trails. As the woods offers a variety of conditions, especially through changes in season and weather, it is not possible to always avoid water and mud during off-leash hikes. We will wipe your dog off with a towel and can provide a rinse if there is access to water at your home.
* Our hikes serve as an excellent place to build upon and develop off-leash skills. We implement training strategies, that prompt dogs to follow our lead, and cues. Nevertheless, this does not serve as a substitute for an owner's participation in their own dog's training. We support your dog's development, and offer off leash practice, but will not be responsible for training your dog to be reliable off leash.
* At J and R's Pup Squad for safety reasons, we carefully select the members of our pack, have dogs on leash some of the time, and use communicate continually to maintain the attention of dogs throughout each hike. Nevertheless, as with any outdoor activity, there are risks associated with off leash hiking in the woods. Clients must have knowledge and a reasonable perspective of these risks, based upon their own experiences hiking with their dog.
* We do not charge fees for cancelations or schedule changes. We ask that they are communicated to us by the night before whenever possible.
* All of our services are subject to availability.
* New clients will be asked to provide documentation showing that their dog is up to date on their shots, along with the name and address of their veterinarian and an emergency contact telephone number.
* We are open in all weather conditions. We will close when roads are unsafe for driving.
* We are closed on Christmas Day, New Years Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, and during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend (Thursday-Sunday). We are open on all other holidays.