Small-group walks built on trust and care
Since 2015, Brittany has been leading enrichment-focused dog walks across East Vancouver. Every walk is designed to build confidence, healthy social skills, and support dogs through force-free handling.
What does a force-free walk actually look like?
Every walk is carefully planned around the dogs attending that day. Brittany matches compatible dogs, provides transportation, and creates safe opportunities for exploration, play, and learning.
Reward-based learning
Instead of correcting unwanted behaviour, I reward the behaviours I want to see more of. This helps build confident and engaged dogs.
Dogs are free to be dogs
Sniffing, exploring, climbing logs, splashing through puddles, and moving at their own pace are all part of the IDWT dog walking experience.
10+ years of dog handling in East Vancouver
I've spent the last decade working with dogs across Vancouver. What started as a love of animals has grown into a career I genuinely care about. There's nothing I enjoy more than helping dogs feel safe, build confidence, and enjoy being out in the world. Every dog is different, so every walk is too. I use positive reinforcement to create an environment where dogs can explore, sniff, play, and learn at their own pace. Whether I'm walking a confident social butterfly or a dog who needs a little extra support, my goal is always the same: to help them feel safe enough to be themselves. My work doesn't stop when the walk ends. I'm the founder of the Vancouver Community Pet Food Pantry, a CKC Canine Good Neighbour evaluator, and I'm always learning more about force-free handling and canine fitness so I can better support the dogs in my care.
Hear from our happy pet parents
We never thought we’d find a dog walker as trustworthy and reliable as Brittany! Her heart is so genuine and she cares deeply about the health and well being of every single dog. Our pup, Frida, took to her instantly, and we can truly so we don’t know what we would do without Brittany!
Kat
Frida's mom
There are a very select few people who I trust to take care of my dog, Chia... and Brittany is one of them. Brittany has been walking Chia for more than five years and has developed such a loving and caring bond with her. Brittany has gone above and beyond with Chia, and I deeply value her expertise, professionalism, and commitment. Does it hurt a little that Chia is more excited to see Brittany than me when she walks in the door? Yes. Would I have it any other way? No.
Joanna
Chia's mom
Brittany is personable and kind and she has given us great tips for dog care and training. In Dog We Trust provides our 8 year Labradoodle with walks, personal attention, doggy companions and touch up grooming. Our dog is always excited to see her and we are happy to know he is so well cared for.
Elizabeth
TK's mom
Brittany helps my hyper-active bulldog be her best self. She goes above and beyond a typical dog walk, helping reinforce new cues and build practical life skills on every outing. ince working with Brittany, Salad's leave it has improved significantly, she's learned a solid wait, and she's become more confident overall. It's been incredible to see how much progress she's made.
Hannah
Salad's mom
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