Outdoor Training and Adventures for your dog's physical & mental health

We love nothing more than bringing dogs onto the trails to run, play, explore, and learn.

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We believe that adventure and the freedom to roam & socialize in a pack setting is vital to our four-legged friend's mental and physical health and brings fulfillment into their everyday lives.

Our focus is to create a safe & fun environment while your dog is on the trails with us, to instill positive behaviors and habits throughout our services, and to help you strengthen you and your dog's relationship; all leading to an enhanced quality of life for you and your dog.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a dogventure?

We call our dog hikes dogventures- an adventurous style of dog walking where a dog can be a dog! Our customized group hikes are a doggy daycare alternative for the benefit of your dog's physical & mental health.

Will my dog be safe on the trails?

When your dog leaves the house, there are variables outside of our control, however, we treat your dog as our own and take necessary precautions to keep them as safe as possible. We create an environment to set your dog up for success and safety from the moment they leave your house until the moment they arrive home. For dogventures, we offer a seat belt, kennel, or free roam option during transportation. On the trails we always carry a first aid kit, plenty of water, and extra leashes. We also provide a long-lead for dogs that are not fully ready to be off-leash or are still working on their recall. We only accept dogs that are dog-friendly and non-reactive and reserve the right to remove a dog from the pack if it jeopardizes the pack's safety and stability.

Can you pick up and/or drop off my dog if I'm not home?

Yes! If you are not going to be home for a pick-up or drop-off we require you to provide us with access to the house and detailed instructions before-hand. We will review details at our in-person complimentary Meet and Greet.

How do I sign my dog up for a service?

Visit our "Contact" page and complete the Intake Form. We will contact you within 48 hours.

Do you take all breeds?

Yes! We take all breeds and all sizes of dogs. All dogs, no matter the breed, are required to have a complimentary meet and greet. This is to determine their personality, temperament, and activity level so that we can find a suitable and enjoyable service for them!

Which areas do you cover in Massachusetts?

For our dogventures, we provide services in Worcester, MA and Northborough, MA, as well as a couple of connecting towns. If you live close by, send us a message and we can see how we can accommodate you.

For training, we will travel throughout Central Mass- please inquire.

What do I need to supply for the hike?

You will need to supply your dog's collar (with tags), harness, and a leash for pick-up and drop-off. Otherwise, we will provide long leads, a first aid kit, water and bowl, treats, and transportation accessories as needed.

Are you insured?

Yes! A Bark Above Dogventures is fully insured and bonded.

Are you Pet CPR Certified?

Yes!

Do you operate year round?

Yes! Though we close for a number of holidays and will close for inclement weather (harsh heat, bad winter conditions, etc.) and will notify you as soon as possible about any cancelations or delays.

Will my dog be trained while on the dogventure?

Yes! We teach all dogs in our dogventures the same commands to ensure a safe & structured environment.

However, dogventures don't substitute obedience training. We encourage owners to inquire about obedience training for dogs and owners who haven't taken a training class previously. Trained dogs adjust to dogventures more smoothly and have more pack flexibility.