City walks / grooming / boarding

good care after dark.

Thoughtful, practical care for dogs who like a little city in their day and a lot of calm when they come home.

Dog and person walking through a wet city at night
open late
every day
since 2018
Wellington / Aotearoa the long way home
01 / Everyday care

the good stuff, done properly.

No rushed handoffs, no mystery routines. Just experienced people, clear updates, and care that fits the companion in front of us.

Dog receiving a careful groom
01 / Hands-on

fresh coats

Gentle grooming, patient hands, and a clean finish.

Person sharing affection with a dog
02 / Familiar

soft landings

Consistency for dogs who need to know what comes next.

Dog and walker sharing a quiet evening walk
03 / Outside

long routes

Unhurried walks, useful enrichment, and muddy paws.

Dog resting comfortably in a quiet room
04 / Rest

deep sleeps

Safe, low-key boarding for the nights you cannot be there.

02 / Our point of view

a routine is a kind of love.

The best care is not flashy. It is reliable, observant, and ready for the small signals that make a big difference.

  • 01We notice the pause before the bark, the extra sip of water, the new favourite corner.
  • 02We leave every dog calmer, cleaner, and a little more understood.
  • 03We keep owners close with useful notes, not a flood of performative updates.
  • 04We make room for old dogs, anxious dogs, loud dogs, and very particular dogs.
03 / Services

choose your kind of outside.

Flexible plans for regular rhythms, odd weeks, late shifts, and the occasional very necessary sleepover.

  1. 01

    Night walks

    One-on-one or small pack walks, 30–90 minutes, with a clear arrival note.

    Ask about walks
  2. 02

    Quiet boarding

    Home-style overnight care for dogs who prefer familiar rooms to busy kennels.

    Plan a stay
  3. 03

    Grooming

    Baths, brushes, tidy-ups, and patient desensitisation for sensitive companions.

    Talk grooming
  4. 04

    Good manners

    Practical coaching for calmer greetings, better recall, and more shared ease.

    Start training
Walker and dog moving through the city after sunset
04 / A better handoff

the long way home.

We build each visit around how your dog actually moves through a day: a little adventure, a little decompression, and a familiar landing spot at the end.

live arrival notes small group sizes first meet always free
05 / Start here

tell us about your companion.

Share the basics and the email app on your device will open with a ready-to-send introduction. We usually reply within one working day.