We have 19 years of solid dog hiking experience and 20 years in the pet services industry. We are the best dog hiker, dog walker, dog trainer company for your companion.
Experience and track record should be your priority when choosing a pet service provider. We offer peace of mind through time tested experiences.
Serendipitously since 2003, K9 Trek LLC entered the local pet community in Greenwich, CT and later servicing surrounding areas offering a variety of pet services,
In 2004, K9 Trek is fortuitously responsible for pioneering the dog hiking business, niche and service in Fairfield & Westchester County and we continue to lead the pack.
In the early years of K9 Trek, Ray was the first and only dog hiker who roamed the local woods. These years were dedicated to building a successful business model applying patience, passion and dedication that today ultimately provided a solid track record, business background and experience.
K9 Trek LLC owner is a master dog hiker and dog trainer that personally knows all clients and dogs from first hand working experience. Ray Sotelo will work as your pets first dog walker and dog hiker to ensure and foster a strong relation with your dog(s). Ray still offers the personal touch, just like when he first started out on his own.
Our business model has grown organically, slow and steady through word of mouth. Incremental growth vs. rapid expansion provided our successful, solid foundation for hiking dogs off leash. Our successful track record of zero lost dogs comes from patience, knowledge of canine traits and behaviors, while satisfying a dog through mental and physical work & exercise.
We provide value and benefits to our clients through our business methodology. K9 Trek places importance on intangibles such as patience when working with your dog, safety protocols, transparency of services performed, years of experience, years of knowledge served with passion and dedication and much more.
It’s always been the K9 Trek saying: “If a dog does not listen, do not let it off leash”.
We produce responsive off leash trained dogs who are well-mannered and dogs that can hike anywhere, any place and at any time because we train dogs in order to reduce the risk of unpredictable behavior, undesirable situations and dog(s) not getting lost. We train dogs that can safely get off trails to avoid people, other dogs and able to recall our dog against natural desires of running after wildlife.
All our dog hikes are performed locally within 5-15 miles of your door step. We have access to over a 1,000 acres of forest space. For the safety’s sake there is no reason go very far when we are blessed to live in two counties full of trails and green space.
K9 Trek understands that every dog is unique. All dogs need dedicated time and patience to bring out the best in every dog that participates in our services. Your dogs’ success is important to our growth as we grow from one dog to the next.
The K9 Trek LLC owner personally trains and knows every dog by personality in the company from firsthand experience.
K9 TREK STORY
In 2003, K9 Trek LLC founder Ray Sotelo went from Wall Street to Dog Street. Ray has 20 years of dog/pet business experience, and 11 years as a certified dog trainer.
Unforeseen in 2004 Ray pioneered the dog hiking service he coined nature hikes. It started off with one client needing an hour walk for her over energetic golden retrievers. That same year a few more clients requested the same hour walk around the neighborhood Ray created. Since there aren’t enough hours in the day, Ray began putting his walking dogs in his 1989 Firebird he planned to restore. A small private group of dogs would hike the forest; learn new skills and commands while exercising.
Early clients loved the fact that their dogs came home happy and tired and out of the house for a few hours. That gave clients time to do other things without the guilt of not satisfying their best friend. Clients today still subscribe for the same reasons as our first clients in 2004.
The average K9 Trek staff has 11.25 years of dog/pet related business experience.
Our newest staff member holds 5 year of on the field pet/dog related business experience and a certified trainer.
WE ARE RELIABLE AND TRUSTWORTHY CARETAKERS
K9 Trek primary operates a Dog Hiking Business and is a well-established dog hiking business that has been servicing the community since 2003. With two decades of experience, K9 Trek has been providing professional dog hiking services to pet owners who want their dogs to enjoy outdoor adventures and stay active.
We offer group dog hikes, where multiple dogs are taken out together, or individual hikes for dogs that prefer more one-on-one attention or have specific needs.
We designed our dog hiking service to provide exercise, mental stimulation, and socialization opportunities for dogs while their owners are unable to take them on hikes themselves. We operate our dog hikes in local parks, forests and trails near your home, all within a safe travel range of 5-10 miles from your door step.
Include is transportation (company minivan) to and from hiking locations, basic training and obedience exercises during hikes, and providing water and snacks to keep dogs hydrated and energized.
Our primary goal is to provide dogs with a safe and enjoyable dog hiking experience. We employ experienced and trained staff who understand canine behavior and know how to handle dogs during outdoor activities. Our team holds an average of 11.25 years working experience per employee.
Since our establishment in 2003, K9 Trek has built a reputation for our commitment to the well-being of dogs and the satisfaction of our pet parents. We also developed relationships with the local community, trail networks, parks, and natural areas to offer a variety of hiking routes that cater to different dogs’ needs and fitness levels.
As a business with a long-standing presence in the industry, K9 Trek has a loyal customer base and positive reviews from satisfied clients. We have adapted and evolved our services over the years to meet the changing needs and preferences of pet owners, incorporating best practices and safety measures.
We strive for longevity as K9 Trek is a relation based Dog Hiking Business since 2004. Two decades conveys we have successfully established ourselves as a reputable and reliable service provider in the dog hiking industry, ensuring that dogs receive the exercise, mental stimulation, and socialization they need in a natural outdoor setting.