Dog Walks // Overnight Pet Sitting // Dog Training

Portland, OR,

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Dog Walks // Pet Sitting // Cat Sitting // Dog Training

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WHO WE ARE

Jessica Cofounder and Owner - Top pet care provider in Beaverton and Portland, Best Dog Walk businesses — Jessica

Majority Owner and Co-founder of Platinum Leash LLC. My propensity for internet research makes me the best option for a "phone a friend" if you ever find yourself in a trivia dilemma. I grew up in the Portland area, and I’m a Certified Professional Pet Sitter licensed through Pet Sitters International. I’ve also completed certification training in dog walking. I founded Platinum Leash because I love working with animals and the clients

Aaron Owner -Dog Overnights, Dog Hotel — Aaron

Owner of Platinum Leash LLC. Helping small businesses thrive is in my roots. I grew up locally in Portland, Oregon. This is a family run business between Jessica and myself. We love what we do, and enjoy the time we get to spend with your pet.

Molly_Best dog walker Beaverton, Tigard, Hillsboro Oregon_Top dog sitter near me_trusted house sitters — Molly

Pet care provider. I’m from the Portland area and bring that northwest niceness while working with your pet. I’ve been working with Platinum Leash from the start. You’ll find me each week trekking trails and paths with dogs in tow. I specialize in Pack Hikes as well as overnights, and may have one extra spot for your pup.

Matt Vieira_Top Dog Training Portland Oregon and Vancouver WA_Pull Together K-9.png — Matt

Dog trainer. I’m an American Kennel Club evaluator for the Canine Good Citizen test and other certificates under the family dog program. I specialize in using positive methods of dog training. I’m certified in canine CPR and First Aid. My resume includes being an approved judge for Temperament testing by the International Association of Canine Professionals 2021. I’ve served as a board member for the Washington Alaskan Malamute Adoption League. I also volunteered with Siberian Husky Rescue in New Mexico,

Stephanie - Top positive reinforcement Dog Trainer Portland OR_Doggie Daycare — Stephanie

Dog Trainer. I specialize in dog training using positive reinforcement. I have extensive background working with clients and their dogs on training fundamentals. In the past I have personally run my own pet service business in Orange County, California and co-founded Dogville Playcare in South West Portland.

Jacob_Best Training Training Dog Walks SW Portland and Lake Oswergo.jpg — Azh

Training Dog Walker. I have been working with dogs for 9+ years. Specializing in reactive dogs and focusing exclusively on Training Dog Walks. I moved to Portland to attend college from San Diego, California.

Joe_Best NE Portland dog walker_top dog walker for big dogs_Dog sitting North East PDX — Joe

Pet care provider. I specialize in dog walks of various sizes and breeds and overnight pet sitting. I have over 5 years of experience in the pet care industry, and grew up on the eastside of Portland. That’s where you’ll find me most days caring for your pets. I’m a certified Dog Walker and Pet Sitter.

Kynzie DeLeon - Top College dog walkers Portland Oregon — Kynzie

Dog walker. When I’m not taking college classes or competing in collegiate sports you may find me walking dogs around Portland. I’m originally from the state of Washington, but am here during the school year. I also have experience working at a veterinary clinic.

Chauncey - Top Dog Walkers in Beaverton, Aloha, & Hillsboro — Chauncey

Pet care provider. I have lived in Oregon the past seven years and have three kids. Originally from Kauai, Hawaii, I attended college at UNLV. I’ve been around all types of animals throughout my life. Including fostering goats, pigs, ferrets, guinea pigs, rabbits, horses, sheep, parakeets, as well as dogs and cats.

Shivani

Pet care provider. I was born and raised in the Beaverton area. Spending time with any animal always puts a big smile on my face! If I’m not with your pet, then I’m at my day job or taking graduate school classes. I’m looking forward to meeting you and your pet!

Vicki

Overnight pet care provider. I’ve lived in the PNW for about a decade now. I worked for a veterinary hospital for almost twenty years and ran my own petting company. I started on with with Platinum Leash in 2019 and look forward to caring for your pets!

Angela_Overnight pet care and Dog Walks — Angela

Pet care provider. I enjoy covering extra dog walks and overnight care when I’m not working as a realtor. I’m originally from the South but have made a home in Portland.

Jeanne

Overnight pet care provider. I was raised with a dog and had two lab mixes that were part of the family while raising my children. When my kids grew up I was looking for something that I would enjoy…so naturally I started pet sitting. I’ve been doing this professionally now for over eight years. Specializing in overnight pet sittings and drop-in pet sitting visits. I’ve worked with all types of pets but focus on dog sittings and cat sittings.

Jayce - Top dog walker, puppy drop-in pet sitting, and overnight pet care NE PDX — Jayce

Pet care provider. With over 10 years of personal and professional experience with animals, I focus on providing overnight pet care and stop-in pet care visits. Other services include Reiki Energy Healing for dogs. I also pick up extra dog walks as needed primarily on the eastside of Portland. Interesting fact about me, I interned at the Oregon Zoo for four years and attended college at George Fox University.

Sarah_Best Dog Walker_South East Portland_North East Portland — Sarah

Dog Walker. I’ve lived in Portland for over 22 years but grew up in suburban Baltimore, Maryland. I specialize in dog walks primarily on the east side of Portland. I’m a mom to two humans and one dog.

Kristin

Pet care provider. I would be honored to be able to help you care for your companion! I have a passion for animals and love to walk - so working with Platinum Leash is a lot of fun for me. Thank you for the opportunity to serve you!

Monica_Top Dog Sitter_Top Cat Sitter_Portland, Tigard, Beaverton, Hillsboro, Lake Oswego — Monica

Overnight pet care provider. Originally from the Portland area, I enjoy spending time with your pets. I specialize in overnight pet care primarily for dogs and cats, as well as drop-in pet visits. Something you may not know about me is I graduated from Portland State University and have experience working with children and high risk communities in crisis situations.

Laura Beghin - Top Dog Walker — Laura

Dog Walker. From Wisconsin originally but I moved to Portland a few years ago for college. I’m currently attending Portland State University majoring in Environmental Studies and Climate Change Science. When not going to school or caring for your pets, you’ll find me competing at the university in cross county or track and field. I’m excited to spend time with your amazing dogs and cats while saving up for college tuition too.

Elyse

Pet care provider and pet masseuse. Greetings! I have been working with dogs for over 10 years. I recently completed a course in Canine Wellness & Massage from the PNW School of Animal Massage. I care for all types of dogs with an emphasis on elder dog care, and special needs dogs.

Kate - Best overnight pet care - dog hotel - kennel alternative — Kate

Overnight pet care provider. I’m an experienced pet care provider focusing on overnight and drop-in visits. I pick up dog walks here and there rain or shine. When not working for Platinum Leash you might find me designing creative content.

Zac - Dog walker and pet sitter in SW Portland — Zac

Pet care provider. I’m originally from Los Angeles. I had two Rottweiler mixes growing up who I adored. Over the past year I’ve been working closely with a dog trainer in Portland doing pack hikes and behavioral training. I love working with dogs and seeing them thrive brings me so much joy!

Nic

Pet care provider. There is always an adventure waiting for your pets. Schedule with me for your next drop-in or overnight pet care visit, or for weekly dog walks. I’m originally from San Jose, California but enjoy being in the PNW. When not with your pet I spend time working in early childhood education.

April_Dog Walks_Pet Hotel.png — April

Pet care provider. I bring a smile and kindness while working with your pet during a dog walk or overnight. If I’m out and about with your dog you might find my kids along for the ride.

Desmond

Pet care provider. I’ve lived in Portland, Oregon for many years but I’m originally from Las Vegas, Nevada. I specialize in overnight pet care and love working with the clients and their pets. When I’m not caring for your pets I also work at an insurance agency.

Achsa - Beaverton Pet Sitter. Vet Tech and Veterinary Experience — Achsa

Pet care provider. I bring a bright smile to my work every day. I’m happy to help pick up additional overnight or drop-in pet services when not at my day-to-day job.

Jenn - Overnight Dog, Cat, and Chicken care_Vet Tech and Veterniary Clinic Experience — Jenn

Pet care provider. I specialize in overnight care. With over 7 dog years of experience in veterinary medicine I can provide routine planned medical care for your pets as well. Your pet will be in very nurturing hands while you’re away.

JOIN THE TEAM

PRO DOG WALKERS

Interested in joining the Platinum Leash team? As an independent contractor of Platinum Leash you get to run your own business, have flexible hours, spend time in the great outdoors, and be in control of your own success.

For more information email us through the CONTACT US tab on this website. In the subject line write JOIN THE TEAM.

FAQ

WHY HIRE A DOG WALKER?

Here are 3 great reasons to hire a dog walker.

(1) Health - Ensure your dog gets ample exercise. Regular dog walks work your pups muscles and joints, and could reduce health risks from obesity or heart problems.

(2) Socialization - Your dog will get a chance to walk a neighborhood and see other dogs, cats, bicyclists, and cars. This socialization can build your dog’s confidence and improve behavior at home.

(3) Peace of Mind - We all get busy. Let Platinum Leash cover that mid-day walk while you’re not home. Or take one extra thing off of your to-do list each day. That’s what we’re here for!

WHAT MAKES PLATINUM LEASH DIFFERENT THAN WAG!, ROVER, OR JUST HIRING SOMEONE I FIND ONLINE?

Platinum Leash is a women led pet care company founded in Portland Oregon. We’re licensed, bonded, and insured.

WE ARE NOT a national corporate website, no searching giant databases and reviewing different profiles, and you don’t have to message tons of potential pet care providers. With one central point of contact we’ll get you setup with a local pet care contractor that’s in our network. Plus, we’ve already taken care of the background check.

We also offer the benefit of having back-up and cross trained pet care providers in case of last minute changes or unplanned events. We’ve found this helps alleviate some of planning stress for our clients.

WHAT’S THE COST IF I HAVE MORE THAN ONE DOG?

Our listed prices are for pet care service for one dog or one pet. Each additional pet may have an add-on charge. Contact us for pricing.

WHAT TYPES OF SERVICES DOES A PET CARE COMPANY PROVIDE?

We focus on pet care services such as dog walks, overnight pet sittings, dog training, and drop-in or stop-in visits. Check out the Services page for details.

WHAT TYPES OF ANIMALS DO YOU CARE FOR?

As a pet care company, we provide care for a wide range of pets. Just ask us! This includes many dogs and cats. It also includes guinea pigs, ferrets, rabbits, chickens (and sometimes other birds!), lizards, iguanas, hedgehogs, gerbils, and hamsters.

WHY WORK WITH A DOG TRAINER?

Working with a dog trainer provides a safe platform to build a better bond with your dog. We use a variety of positive training methods to enrich your lives by improving obedience in a fun way, meet exercise needs, and help reduce behavioral issues. Some of the questions clients ask. Why does my dog snip at other dogs? Why does my dog chew on things? Why does my dog urinate or pee inside my house? How do I keep my dog out of the litter box? How do I keep my dog from barking? Are there simple ways to work on reactive dog training?

HOW TO FIND THE TOP LOCAL DOG WALKER NEAR ME?

Contact Platinum Leash today! We’re a local company and majority women owned small business providing a personal touch to pet care. We provide a boutique style approach to pet care and can get you setup with a local dog walker in your area. We rely on our network of established contracted dog walkers to make it simple to schedule, and keep it simple going forward.

HOW DO I CONTACT MY DOG WALKER?

Clients, dog walkers, and the company management team all use the same pet care software. This allows for in-app messaging and communication. Your assigned dog walker(s) and the Management Team will get messages sent through the app. It’s easy to get started and we’ll provide you with additional information during new client on-boarding.

WILL I ALWAYS HAVE THE SAME DOG WALKER?

We do our best to pair you with a dog walker that can be the primary pet care provider for you going forward. One of the benefits of working with a boutique pet care company is that we can rely on our network of pet care professionals to provide back-up in case of emergency, illness, injury, or whatever. We’ve found this greatly reduces stress on the client in having to find a last minute replacement to cover a dog walk. It’s worth noting that we do use cross training to build resilience into our approach to providing the highest quality pet care.

HOW WILL THE DOG WALKER ACCESS MY HOME?

We will work with you when scheduling your first visit to agree on an effective, efficient, and safe way to enter your home. Our preference is to have the access method be onsite. This might include use of a lock box, gate codes, entry codes, or garage door codes.

WHAT TYPE OF BACKGROUND CHECK IS COMPLETED ON THE PET CARE PROVIDERS?

Platinum Leash uses a background check service when on-boarding new pet care professionals into our network. The background check process complies with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and the background check service used is PBSA accredited. The background check works to confirm items such as legal name, and check predefined criminal record databases.

WHAT IF MY PET HAS A MEDICAL CONDITION, RESTRICTED DIET, OR FOOD ALLERGIES?

Please let us know upfront. If it’s a food allergy or restricted diet make your pet care provider aware, and you can note that in your pet’s profile. We’ll do our best to limit access to only approved foods and treats. Please know that during a service your pet may find scraps of food or other debris. Our pet care providers do their best to keep your pet from eating these but sometimes it’s unavoidable.

If your pet has a medical condition. Let us know and note that in your pet’s profile. We will work with you to make modifications to services when we’re able to. This may include breaks during a service, or extra time in the shade on a sunny day.

Clients are responsible for the cost of veterinary visits, medical and pharmaceutical bills for their pet even if it’s a medical incident that occurs during a Platinum Leash visit.

WHAT IF MY PET HAS A MEDICAL EMERGENCY DURING A PLATINUM LEASH VISIT?

We request that clients add and keep current their pet’s veterinary in our software system. In a medical emergency, we will first try to make contact with you (the client) to coordinate getting medical help for your pet. If we aren’t able to make contact with you, we reserve the right to take your pet directly to your vet or an emergency vet that has availability. Clients are responsible for the cost of all veterinary visits for their pet, as well as any other medical or pharmaceutical costs. We are not medical care providers and under no circumstances do we assume responsibility for your pet’s health outcomes.

WHAT IF THERE’S A HUMAN MEDICAL EMERGENCY?

There are times when the clients have medical emergencies and need unexpected pet care services. Or, there’s a human medical emergency during a visit. We will do our best to support you and your family during difficult times. We will do our best to care for your pet on short notice. Please note that we are not trained medical care providers and cannot be relied on to provide medical care to a client during a visit. Additionally we do not assume any risk of our clients health outcomes if a medical emergency happens during a Platinum Leash visit.

HOW TO FIND THE BEST LOCAL CAT SITTERS NEAR ME?

Message Platinum Leash with your request! Our approach to pet care makes it easy to get scheduled with top local cat sitters. We have low cost drop-in options and no need to message and interview tons of pet care providers.

WHERE CAN I GO FOR END OF LIFE CARE OPTIONS FOR MY DOG OR PET?

In the past we’ve worked with Compassionate Care located in Oregon City. This company has in-home euthanasia and Eco-friendly pet cremation options.

DOES MY DOG NEED TO BE VACCINATED?

We do not require proof of vaccination, but we do recommend that you work with your veterinarian to keep your dog or pet current on vaccines.

WILL MY DOG BE WALKED OFF LEASH?

Normally we request dogs to be walked on leash with harness. Leashes and harnesses should be sturdy and in proper working order before the dog walker arrives. We do not recommend retractable leashes. At the dog walkers discretion your dog may be walked off leash for parts of the visit or at a dog park. If you do not want your dog to be walked off leash or taken to a dog park please notify your dog walker and add it to the notes in your client portal.

WILL MY DOG GO TO A DOG PARK?

During a dog walk your dog may be taken to a dog park. During this visit your dog may be off leash. If you do not want your dog taken to dog parks please notify your dog walker, and update the notes in our client portal.

DO YOU REQUIRE FLEA TREATMENT?

We do not require flea treatment. However, we strongly recommend clients use an effective flea treatment. It’s likely that your dog or pet will be in close proximity to other pets. It’s possible your dog or pet could pick up fleas during a visit.

WHEN SHOULD CLIENTS SEND SERVICE REQUESTS?

Pet care service requests are best sent directly through the software app. This uses built in workflow to allow for service approval by the Platinum Leash Management Team. Service requests can also be made through email or text.

Please make requests as early as possible. This helps with scheduling and work load balancing. Especially for overnight or special service requests. These can be made months in advance and can book up quickly.

For regular weekly services, we recommend sending in requests the week before (by Saturday). This allows Platinum Leash to set our schedule each week on Sunday for the team.

WHAT IS YOUR CANCELLATION POLICY?

Please provide us as much notice as possible. We request 24 hours of notice when cancelling a scheduled service. If a scheduled service is cancelled same day or within 24 hours Platinum Leash may still charge our clients for that cancelled service. This is due to the planning and travel that goes into each day of services. Our pet care providers will usually plan their trips the day before, and some use bicycles or public transportation.

HOW CAN I PAY MY BILL?

Platinum Leash will get you activated in our software system. From there you’ll have a client portal to view completed jobs and your invoice. You can easily pay your bill from your client portal. There is also a client app available. We’ve found the client portal provides easy and transparent information about your bill. Please do not pay your pet care provider directly.

DO YOU HAVE ANY LOW COST PET CARE OPTIONS?

This company was founded locally to provide boutique pet care service to our clients at an accessible price. Platinum Leash strives to provide skilled and experienced service which we balance against making the services affordable.

We always offer drop-in pet sittings at 15 minute increments to keep prices low. Drop-in pet sittings start at just $20 per visit year round.

Contact us for details on buy-10-get-1 free packages offered at different times of the year for specific services.

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