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Toronto's Premier Dog Walking Co.

DOGS
RUN
THIS
CITY.

Private, premium dog walking rooted in Trinity Bellwoods. One dog. One walker. One city worth exploring — properly.

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Our Story
"Most dog walkers treat your dog like an appointment.
We treat them like the main character."

After years of watching dogs get rushed through group walks with five other pups they've never met, Shar Stevenett decided enough was enough. She built Dogs Run This City from the ground up — a premium, boutique dog walking service for owners who refuse to settle for average.

We're based in the heart of Trinity Bellwoods and we know every park, every squirrel shortcut, and every good sniffing spot in the west end. Every dog gets one walker. Always the same one. Because trust matters.

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Shar Stevenett
Founder & Head Pack Leader
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What We Offer

EVERY SERVICE.
BUILT FOR YOUR DOG.

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Private Dog Walk

One dog. One Pack Leader. Zero distractions. 30 or 60-minute routes through Toronto's best parks — chosen for your dog's energy and personality.

FROM $28 / 30 MIN
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Morning Adventure Walk

For the high-energy pups who need a real workout before 9am. 60-minute early morning walks through Trinity Bellwoods and surrounding parks.

FROM $48 / 60 MIN
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Drop-In Visit

A 20-minute check-in when you can't make it home. We feed, refresh water, get some playtime in, and send you a photo report immediately after.

FROM $22 / VISIT
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Overnight Stay

Your dog stays in their own home with a trusted Pack Leader overnight. No kennels. No cages. Familiar surroundings, familiar routine.

FROM $85 / NIGHT
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Puppy Package

Multiple shorter visits per day with milestone tracking and bathroom habit reports. We help set the routine your puppy needs to thrive.

FROM $65 / DAY
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Travel & Holiday Care

Going away? We cover extended care with daily photo updates and full walk schedule so you never spend a vacation worrying.

CUSTOM PRICING
The Process

SIMPLE FROM
DAY ONE.

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Tell Us Everything

Fill out a quick form. We want to know your dog's quirks, habits, energy level, and favourite snacks before we ever meet them.

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Free Meet & Greet

We come to you. Your dog meets their Pack Leader at home, relaxed — no pressure, no rush. We only move forward when it feels right.

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Same Walker, Every Time

Once matched, your dog has a dedicated Pack Leader — the same face, every single walk. Consistency builds trust. We take that seriously.

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Pupdates After Every Walk

GPS route map, photos from the walk, and a personal note from your Pack Leader — sent the moment your pup is safely home.

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The Team

MEET THE
PACK LEADERS.

Every Pack Leader is background checked, insured, and trained before they hold a leash in our name. We hire dog obsessives — then we make them professionals.

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SHAR STEVENETT
Founder & Head Pack Leader

Shar has spent her whole life with dogs. She started DRTC because she got tired of seeing dogs treated like a number — and she knew she could build something better. Based in Trinity Bellwoods, she knows every dog in the neighbourhood by name.

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Senior Pack Leader

Add a bio for your walker here — highlight their experience, the breeds they're great with, and what makes them stand out. Keep it real, keep it personal.

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Pack Leader

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Our Clients

MEET THE
PACK MEMBERS.

Every dog that walks with us becomes part of the crew. Here are a few of the regulars who own these streets with us every single week.

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BISCUIT
Golden Retriever · 3 yrs
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MAPLE
Bernese Mountain Dog · 2 yrs
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PRETZEL
Dachshund · 5 yrs
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LUNA
Border Collie · 1 yr
What They're Saying

HAPPY DOGS.
HAPPIER OWNERS.

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We've tried three other walkers in the neighbourhood and nothing comes close. Shar genuinely loves Biscuit — you can feel it in every update she sends. It's like leaving your dog with family.

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SARAH M.
Owner of Biscuit · Trinity Bellwoods
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The GPS updates and post-walk report are a game-changer. I work downtown and used to stress all day. Now I get a photo and a note and I can actually focus on my work. Worth every penny.

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JAMES T.
Owner of Maple · Roncesvalles
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Pretzel has leash anxiety and most walkers gave up on him immediately. Shar's team took the time to learn his triggers. He's a completely different dog now. I can't say enough good things.

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ANIKA R.
Owner of Pretzel · Parkdale
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Start with a free, zero-pressure Meet & Greet. We come to you, we meet your dog, and we figure out the perfect plan. No commitment until it feels right.

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