About

Why Use The Paw and Snout?



We Are A Small Local Company That Truly Cares We are a locally owned South Calgary business serving the communities where we live. We aren't a large franchise or national corporation. Being local means we build real relationships with our clients and their pets. We know our neighbourhoods, we know our customers, and we genuinely care about the people we serve. We never lose sight of the fact that without you and your pets, there would be no Paw and Snout. Your trust is something we earn every day. We know that choosing a pet care provider isn't easy. There are many great options available, and almost everyone claims to be the best. We won't make that claim. Instead, we'll let our reputation speak for itself. We are proud to have consistent 5-star ratings on both Google and Facebook, and our greatest compliment is hearing our clients tell us how much they and their pets love our service. We know we won't always be the lowest-priced option, and that's okay. We know we can't compete with the neighbourhood teenager or someone offering pet care as a side job. Many of those individuals have little formal training, little expenses, limited experience, and often don't carry pet insurance. For us, pet care isn't a hobby or a part-time job—it's our profession and our passion. This is what we do every day, and every booking allows us to continue providing the highest standard of care possible. Our pricing doesn't simply cover the time we spend with your pet, it also supports the many things required to operate a safe, reliable, and professional pet care business, including: Commercial Pet insurance - Fuel and vehicle expenses - Equipment and supplies - Licensing and business costs - Ongoing professional education - Pet First Aid certification - Safety and emergency preparedness....well you get it. We always do our best to be flexible and fair because we understand that every family—and every pet—is unique. We will work with you whenever we reasonably can. What we will never compromise on is the quality of care your pet receives, their safety, or the level of customer service we provide. Our clients aren't simply customers to us. They become part of our extended family, and we treat every pet as if they were our own. What Sets Us Apart When you choose The Paw and Snout, you're choosing a professional pet care company backed by more than 25 years of hands-on experience. Our team offers: Over 25 years of professional pet care experience Fully insured services Criminal record checked staff Pet First Aid certification

Custom tailored service

We route plan different walks for your pets for safety, enrichment and weather conditions. Training in dog behaviour and handling

On going training to stay "fresh" and learn new technique. Experience working with reactive dogs Specialized knowledge of sporting breeds, senior dogs, power breeds, and everything in between Guidance to help reinforce good behaviours during walks and visits Access to trusted professional trainers whenever additional support is needed Learning never stops. Every member of our team completes ongoing professional education and regularly participates in legitimate industry training courses throughout the year—not just quick and cheap online courses like udemy. This commitment helps us stay current with modern handling techniques, safety practices, and advances in animal care so your pet always benefits from the best knowledge available. Currently working with Shield K9. Our mantra is that "No two dogs are alike", which is why we don't believe in one-size-fits-all care. Every walk, visit, boarding/pet sitting stay is tailored to your pet's personality, age, energy level, health, and individual behavioral needs. Because your pet deserves care that's as unique as they are. Pet Safety - Flexible - Professional - Fun - Customer Focussed - Knowledgeable - Honesty/Transparency