About Me
I have been enjoying the dog walking experience for over 23 years in the Toronto area. Nothing is more enjoyable to me than being outdoors watching the dogs run, play and wrestle and then bring them home tired and content. However, I do take my responsibility of the care of your pet very seriously. I want to provide the best service for you as well as your dog.
I have and continue to educate myself on many aspects of dog care. From seminars in dog communication, which completely changed my understanding of dog behaviour, to reading on such things as training through positive reinforcement, apprenticing with a trainer, and canine nutrition.
I keep up to date on my pet first aid and recently (Oct. 2011) completed the First Aid Certificate from Walks 'N' Wags.
Testimonials
Jeff Sintzel has walked my dog Atlas for a short 4 months and I am completely satisfied with his dog walking service. Atlas is a high energy Golden Retriever who needs a good run twice a day. Since his daily walks with Jeff, I have noticed a significant improvement in his behavior. Jeff has been consistently reliable in picking Atlas up and dropping him off, with all of his entails (handling keys/locking up, etc). He has this awesome QR code system, so I receive an email on pick up and drop off. This gives me some added security, and reminds me that Atlas is out having a party in the park with Jeff and his dog buddies! I particularly like the fact that, unlike some dog walkers I have used in the past, he brings the dogs to a private off leash area which makes all the difference. He has also been very flexible about changing times, doing extra days, etc. Atlas and I will both miss his services - I should add I am only leaving his service because I am moving to the other side of Toronto, unfortunately out of Jeff's service area. I can thoroughly recommend him.
Greg, Atlas' dad.
Greg, Atlas' dad.
Dear Jeff,
Annie, Brent and I would like to Thank You for being a part of our lives for five great years! Your friendliness, flexibility and reliability has been very generous and most convenient. Even when we don't think we'll make it to work under extreme weather conditions, you are still able to get our little Annie out for fun and exercise! We know Annie looks forward to her walk with her friends and we feel better about being at work all day! We'll see you soon Jeff and Annie will see you sooner!
Yours Truly,
Jenifer
Jeff has been walking my 3 year old Samoyed Mercy for almost a year.
She's a high energy dog and needs to run every day, and Jeff provides
that. Mercy runs off leash with other dogs and comes home tired and
happy.
Mercy is the first dog I've ever had and Jeff has been such a source of help and information about all things dog. This has been a tremendous boon to me.
One day last spring I accompanied Jeff and his dogs on one of the walks, and it was a very special time. I could see how remarkably tuned in Jeff was to all of them, responding to their needs individually, with competence and compassion.
I can't say enough good things about Jeff's Dogwalking!
Robin
Mercy is the first dog I've ever had and Jeff has been such a source of help and information about all things dog. This has been a tremendous boon to me.
One day last spring I accompanied Jeff and his dogs on one of the walks, and it was a very special time. I could see how remarkably tuned in Jeff was to all of them, responding to their needs individually, with competence and compassion.
I can't say enough good things about Jeff's Dogwalking!
Robin
Our family has been beyond fortunate to have had Jeff Sintzel care for
and walk, our beloved poodle, Lana, over the past 12 years.
We met Jeff when Lana was one year old and he became her dog walker. Lana just celebrated her 13th birthday on Nov. 13 2011. Jeff continues to not only be her dog walker, but has become over the past 12 years, a dear friend to both of Lana's parent's, and a very special friend to Lana. Each and every time that Jeff comes to get Lana for her walk, she runs to greet him, her tail wagging in anticipation of the fun she has with Jeff on her walk. So much so, that in our house, Jeff is known by his nickname of "Captain Fun"! Lana always comes back home after her walk, happy, tired and contented.
Jeff is always punctual, always communicative, always able to accommodate whatever requests that we have made of him over the past 12 years, regarding Lana's walking schedule.
We can't say enough great things about Jeff, so, thank you, thank you, thank you, will have to do for now.
Betsy & Sean & Lana the poodle!
We met Jeff when Lana was one year old and he became her dog walker. Lana just celebrated her 13th birthday on Nov. 13 2011. Jeff continues to not only be her dog walker, but has become over the past 12 years, a dear friend to both of Lana's parent's, and a very special friend to Lana. Each and every time that Jeff comes to get Lana for her walk, she runs to greet him, her tail wagging in anticipation of the fun she has with Jeff on her walk. So much so, that in our house, Jeff is known by his nickname of "Captain Fun"! Lana always comes back home after her walk, happy, tired and contented.
Jeff is always punctual, always communicative, always able to accommodate whatever requests that we have made of him over the past 12 years, regarding Lana's walking schedule.
We can't say enough great things about Jeff, so, thank you, thank you, thank you, will have to do for now.
Betsy & Sean & Lana the poodle!
I am so thankful for Jeff's dogwalking services. I can go to work
knowing that Cosmo and Lucy will be picked up midday for a safe, fun and
leash free walk. I know that the highlight of my doggies day is their
walk with Jeff.
Jeff has been walking my dogs for over 6 years and helped me with my first dog Buddy too.
Jeff is understanding and flexible when I need to make changes to my dogs' care plan.
Jeff , thank you for making my doggies happy and well exercised while their mom goes to work. I appreciate all your support.
Cindy, Cosmo and Lucy
Jeff has been walking my dogs for over 6 years and helped me with my first dog Buddy too.
Jeff is understanding and flexible when I need to make changes to my dogs' care plan.
Jeff , thank you for making my doggies happy and well exercised while their mom goes to work. I appreciate all your support.
Cindy, Cosmo and Lucy
Jeff and dogs are like peanut butter and
jam, just made to be together. Jeff has
enriched my dog experience by sharing his understanding of my dog(s) behaviours
and he is always able to provide sound advice about dog issues. Our mini schnauzer, Tilly is a very loyal
member of my family but she is always eager to leave the house when Jeff
whistles at the front door.
Our dog Zoe looks forward to Jeff’s arrival each and every day. When Jeff opens the door, Zoe immediately runs down the stairs, goes out the door and jumps into Jeff’s car to go to the park with her close doggie friends. Zoe goes to the “gym” for her workout for at least 2 hours a day, comes home and then passes out for a good doggie nap.
Jeff’s service is completely reliable and professional. We know Zoe is in exceptional and caring hands. On occasion when we’ve needed to make changes to our schedule last minute, Jeff has been very accommodating. We would not hesitate to recommend his service to anyone.
Jeff has been walking one or the other of my wonderful collies, Murray and Micah, for nearly 13 years!
He runs a spectacular dog-walking service. He is 100% reliable, he is knowledgeable about dogs, friendly and helpful with advice, and honest as the day is long. I know my boys get long walks and runs because they’re tired when they come home!
We need to be able to trust those who take care of our children absolutely, and we feel the same about our dogs, don’t we? If that’s the case, Jeff Is your man. You’ll never have to worry, and 13 yrs later, you can take my word for it!
He runs a spectacular dog-walking service. He is 100% reliable, he is knowledgeable about dogs, friendly and helpful with advice, and honest as the day is long. I know my boys get long walks and runs because they’re tired when they come home!
We need to be able to trust those who take care of our children absolutely, and we feel the same about our dogs, don’t we? If that’s the case, Jeff Is your man. You’ll never have to worry, and 13 yrs later, you can take my word for it!
Hi,
My name's Brodie and I've known Jeff for about 12 years. ( I'm actually featured on one of his business cards...the cute Cairn Terrier!) I happily anticipate his arrival at least 3 days of every week. You can find me perched on the back of the couch, nose pressed to the window, harnessed and ready for the next adventure. I love riding in the van with my friends and exploring the park. I move a little slower now (after all I am 12!) but Jeff takes excellent care of me and lets me move at my own pace. I stay on leash because my owners think I'm an AWOL risk...what squirrel?! I don't know what I'd do without Jeff while everyone's away working long days and Jeff can accommodate last minute walks with no problems. I am the envy of all the dogs on the street who see me being picked up at the door and returned exhausted and happy a while later. (some of them have even joined our crew but Jeff keeps it small enough that each of us gets attention)
To wrap up...I really like him and..... my owners are fond of him too!
Brodie
My name's Brodie and I've known Jeff for about 12 years. ( I'm actually featured on one of his business cards...the cute Cairn Terrier!) I happily anticipate his arrival at least 3 days of every week. You can find me perched on the back of the couch, nose pressed to the window, harnessed and ready for the next adventure. I love riding in the van with my friends and exploring the park. I move a little slower now (after all I am 12!) but Jeff takes excellent care of me and lets me move at my own pace. I stay on leash because my owners think I'm an AWOL risk...what squirrel?! I don't know what I'd do without Jeff while everyone's away working long days and Jeff can accommodate last minute walks with no problems. I am the envy of all the dogs on the street who see me being picked up at the door and returned exhausted and happy a while later. (some of them have even joined our crew but Jeff keeps it small enough that each of us gets attention)
To wrap up...I really like him and..... my owners are fond of him too!
Brodie
I met Jeff about 15 years ago when he was starting
his dog walking business. My dog at the time, TC , and I were thrilled to
find someone who loves dogs and cares about them so much. Now 15 years later,
Jeff is walking Tali, and has been with us since she was a young puppy, which is
11 years. Jeff is incredibly accommodating if you need extra walks or less walks
and this for me is a huge convenience when life gets too busy. I also really
appreciate when I get a phone call after a walk when Jeff notices something
unusual with Tali and it is a great comfort for me to have Jeff care for
Tali this way. I trust him with my baby and I could not ask for
anything more!
Andrea K.
Andrea K.