As a professional dog walking company, we are fully licensed, bonded and insured for your protection. Before hiring any dog walker, you should always ask for proof of licensing and insurance.
We provide in-home dog care visits including dog walking within a 7 mile radius of the City of Atlanta. Atlanta neighborhoods include East Atlanta, Grove Park, Inman Park, Kirkwood, Old 4th Ward, Grant Park, Hapeville, West End and a host of points in between
Most of our enrichment-based walks last 40 minutes — we tailor every visit to your dog’s unique energy, age, and routine so they get exactly what they need to thrive.
Need longer adventures? We offer extended walks too — perfect for high-energy dogs or for days when you want a little extra peace of mind.
This isn’t just about time; it’s about giving your dog the right experience — and giving you the freedom to focus on your day knowing your dog is happy, engaged, and well cared for.
Payment in full is due prior to services beginning. For vacation reservations, invoices are due 3 days before services begin. Daily dog walking clients are billed weekly and monthly depending on package.
Depending on the service you select, we may require a non-refundable deposit, especially for holiday. We’ll let you know if this is necessary.
We accept all major credit cards.
No. All dogs are walked solo unless there are two dogs in the same household and they walk well together on leash as confirmed during the dog lifestyle consultation.
Yes! Our trained team can handle oral medications, eye drops, and even insulin injections if needed. Please provide clear written instructions at booking so we can ensure proper dosage and timing.
At Praline’s Backyard Dog Services in Atlanta, we provide dog care services in your own home. We believe dogs that stay in their own environment are happier and healthier than pets who stay in kennels or other boarding facilities.
Our services are designed to fit seamlessly into your lifestyle while keeping your dog’s needs at the center:
🐾 Dog Walks/Visits
Customized 40-minute visits that combine exercise, feeding (if needed), play, and mental stimulation. Choose from flexible packages of 8, 12, or 20 walk/visits every 30 days. Each visit includes GPS tracking, updates, and photos/vidoes so you always know about your dog’s day. Sixty minute walks/visits also available.
🐾 Day Adventures
Two-hour outings that give your dog a chance to experience Atlanta’s parks, trails, and dog-friendly spaces. Perfect for high-energy dogs or anyone who deserves a special adventure.
🐾 Dog Taxi
Safe, reliable transportation for vet visits, grooming appointments, daycare drop-offs, or even special trips like day adventures. We handle the driving so you don’t have to juggle your schedule.
🐾 Wedding Attendant Services
Because your dog is family, too. From pre-wedding walks and dressing assistance to escorting them down the aisle and handling photos, we make sure your big day goes smoothly — while your dog is cared for every step of the way.
At Praline’s Backyard Dog Services in Atlanta, we love both ends of the age spectrum. Puppies usually benefit from more frequent visits, while seniors often need extra patience and care. We’ll tailor our visits to match your pet’s stage of life.
A Dog Lifestyle Consultation is where your transformation begins — for you and your dog.
This personalized visit helps us deeply understand your dog’s unique personality, preferences, and needs so we can create an enrichment plan that keeps them happy, healthy, and mentally engaged while you manage your busy life.
Here’s what’s included:
🐾 Behavioral Observation: We learn how your dog thinks, plays, and interacts — so we can tailor every visit.
🐾 Activity Preferences: We discover what makes your dog happiest, from puzzles to sniff walks to social adventures.
🐾 Lifestyle Evaluation: We understand your routine too, because our goal is to free up your time and reduce your guilt.
🐾 Custom Enrichment Plan: We design an experience that ensures your dog thrives — giving you peace of mind even on your busiest days.
🐾 Toy & Activity Recommendations: Hand-picked suggestions to help your dog stay enriched, even when we aren’t there.
💡 Why it matters:
This is more than a meet-and-greet — it’s the first step toward a better-balanced life for you, and a daily routine filled with joy, engagement, and love for your dog.
Your neighbors may notice your happy, well-adjusted dog… but only you will know that it all started with the Dog Lifestyle Consultation.
You can schedule visits as often as your dog — and your life — needs.
Whether it’s once a day or multiple visits while you’re away, we’re here to ensure your dog feels happy, cared for, and loved even when you’re balancing everything else.
When you travel, we require at least three visits per day to give your dog ample exercise, attention, and reassurance — so you can truly relax while you’re away.
More than just walks, we design every visit to meet your dog’s emotional and physical needs — and give you total peace of mind.
Absolutely — and our expertise is what gives busy dog parents complete confidence that their dog is in the very best hands.
Our founder brings over 20 years of experience in public health and animal welfare, ensuring our approach puts your dog’s emotional and physical well-being first.
Every member of our team is:
🐾 Fear Free Trained — trained in principles to reduce fear, anxiety and stress
🐾 Canine First Aid — prepared for any situation
🐾 Skilled in animal behavior and enrichment techniques
Plus, we hold monthly team trainings to stay at the forefront of modern dog care. This commitment means you can truly relax — knowing your dog isn’t just being walked, but is receiving thoughtful, enriched care from highly trained professionals who treat your dog like family.
Most clients use a secure lockbox or smart lock. You can choose the method that’s most comfortable for you. We never label keys with identifying information, and our team follow strict security procedures for entry and exit.
Canine enrichment is how we help your dog live a happier, healthier, and more fulfilled life — even when you’re busy.
It goes beyond a basic walk: it’s about creating opportunities for your dog to play, sniff, think, and explore in ways that keep them mentally engaged, emotionally balanced, and physically active.
From puzzle games to sniffari walks and learning new tricks, enrichment helps your dog feel calm, satisfied, and joyful — so you can feel great knowing they’re thriving while you handle life’s demands.
At Praline’s Backyard, every walk is an enrichment experience tailored to your dog’s unique personality and needs — giving you the peace of mind that your dog’s day is as enriching as yours.
At Praline’s Backyard, we make sure every walk is more than just exercise — it’s a chance for your dog to have fun, stay sharp, and feel fulfilled, so you can feel proud and at ease knowing their day is as enriching as yours.
Your dog can enjoy activities like:
🧩 Puzzle games to keep their mind sharp
👃 Scent work and sniffaris to engage their natural instincts
🎾 Fetch, tug, and playtime tailored to their energy level
🎯 Learning new tricks or reinforcing good manners
🌿 Exploring new routes and parks for fresh sights, smells, and stimulation
🐕🦺 Obstacle courses and confidence-building games
We customize enrichment based on your dog’s unique personality and preferences, ensuring every visit leaves them happy, healthy, and mentally engaged — so you can get on with your day guilt-free and confident your dog is living their best life.
Every dog thrives with enrichment — but how often depends on their energy level, breed, and personality.
Some dogs benefit from daily activities to stay happy and balanced, while others may only need a few sessions a week. What matters most is consistency and variety so your dog feels engaged, fulfilled, and calm.
The good news? When life gets busy, we make it easy for you to keep your dog’s mind and body active — every single day.
With every walk or visit, we bring enrichment to your dog’s routine so you can feel proud knowing their needs are met — even when you’re managing your own busy life.
Absolutely — and we love when dog parents get involved! Many enrichment activities can easily be done at home, from simple puzzle feeders and sniff games to reinforcing training commands.
But we also understand that life gets busy, and it’s hard to keep things fresh and consistent — that’s where we come in.
Whether it’s a day when you’re home or a day when we visit, we ensure your dog’s enrichment is thoughtful, tailored, and fun — so you can feel proud knowing your dog’s happiness and mental well-being are always supported.
We’re here to help you create a lifestyle for your dog that’s engaging and joyful, even when you can’t do it all yourself.
Yes — but it’s more than just physical tiredness. The beauty of enrichment is that it helps your dog feel mentally satisfied and emotionally balanced, not just worn out.
We tailor activities to your dog’s age, breed, and energy level — whether it’s a high-energy doodle needing a sniffari adventure or a senior dog enjoying a slower, thoughtful stroll.
The result? A calmer, happier dog who’s fulfilled and content when you get home — giving you peace of mind and freeing you to focus on the rest of your day without guilt.
It’s not about exhausting your dog — it’s about creating a happy, balanced life for them… and for you.
Enrichment keeps your dog’s mind sharp and curious — but it does even more than that.
Through fun, tailored activities, enrichment helps your dog build confidence, reduce anxiety, and behave better at home and out in the world.
For busy Atlanta dog parents, that means less stress, fewer behavior problems, and the joy of seeing your dog thrive — all while knowing you’re giving them a richer, happier life.
It’s not just about “smarts” — it’s about helping your dog feel calm, fulfilled, and well-adjusted… so you can enjoy more of life together.
Fear Free’s is a philosophy and certification that guides everything we do — designed to prevent and reduce fear, anxiety, and stress in your dog.
At Praline’s Backyard, this means every interaction, every walk, and every enrichment activity is approached with compassion and care so your dog feels safe, happy, and relaxed.
Together with you, and the Praline’s Backyard Team, we will tailor a Fear Free plan that helps your dog feel more comfortable during walks, grooming, medication, and beyond — giving you peace of mind that your dog’s emotional well-being is always protected.
Because your dog deserves not just care, but care that makes them feel secure… and you deserve to feel proud and confident you’re giving them the best.
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