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6 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Pet Care Partner in Alexandria, VA
Founded in 2020, Off Collar is a trusted pet care provider in Alexandria, Virginia, dedicated to enhancing the lives of pets and their owners through personalized, expert-driven services. Led by certified canine behaviorist Lauren Tracy, our team combines extensive experience in animal behavior with a deep commitment to compassionate care. We specialize in dog training, walking, and pet sitting, offering tailored solutions that address individual pet needs while prioritizing safety, consistency, and comfort. Our staff undergoes rigorous screening, including background checks and pet first aid certification, ensuring reliability and professionalism.With 24/7 emergency response capabilities and flexible scheduling options, we provide peace of mind for pet owners facing travel or busy work schedules. Our hybrid training approach merges hands-on sessions with digital resources, empowering clients to build lasting bonds with their pets. Backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee, we pride ourselves on fostering trust through transparency, ongoing support, and a genuine passion for animal welfare.
Services
Dog Training
Dog Walking
Pet Sitting
Kitty Sitting
Emergency Transport
Details
- Year established: 2020
Highlights and features
- Certified canine behaviorist-led training programs tailored to individual needs
- Fully insured and bonded pet care professionals with rigorous screening
- 24/7 emergency response for urgent pet health situations
- Flexible scheduling with guaranteed last-minute booking options
- Proven hybrid training approach combining in-person and digital resources
What people say
Incredible professional
Best dog walker
Fantastic service
Complete peace of mind
Highly recommend
Services
Dog Training
Our certified canine behaviorist designs personalized training programs addressing reactivity, anxiety, and obedience challenges. Combining hands-on sessions with digital resources, we teach owners effective communication techniques that strengthen bonds and improve daily interactions. Programs include progress tracking and unlimited support for lasting behavioral improvements.
Dog Walking
Offering 15-30 minute private walks and 2-hour pack walks with GPS tracking. Our insured walkers provide potty breaks, exercise, and socialization while accommodating special needs like medication administration. Flexible scheduling includes last-minute bookings with real-time updates via our mobile app.
Pet Sitting
Professional caregivers provide 30-minute drop-in visits or overnight stays maintaining pets' routines in their familiar environment. Services include feeding, medication administration, playtime, and home security tasks with detailed visit reports sent directly to owners' phones.
Kitty Sitting
Specialized feline care includes feeding, litter box maintenance, and interactive play sessions. Our caregivers administer medications, including insulin injections, while ensuring cats receive mental stimulation through customized enrichment activities during daily visits.
Emergency Response
24/7 health monitoring with immediate veterinary intervention when needed. Our team follows pre-established protocols for emergency situations, contacting owners first but authorized to act independently if critical care is required, with transparent billing for additional services.
People
Lauren Tracy
Canine Behaviorist & Owner
Certified Dog Behavior Modification Trainer with over 15 years of animal care experience. Founded Off Collar in 2020 after working with diverse species from horses to exotic pets. Specializes in reactive dog rehabilitation using science-based methods.
Questions
Do you provide emergency veterinary transport?
We handle emergencies by taking pets to pre-approved vets but don't offer routine pet taxi services.
What animal types do you care for?
We care for dogs, cats, ferrets, rabbits, birds, fish, reptiles, and horses, excluding spiders.
How many dogs walk together?
Private walks handle up to 4 household dogs; pack walks include 4-10 dogs with trained professionals.
How do you handle bad weather?
We adjust schedules, shorten walks, or reschedule when weather creates unsafe conditions for our team.
Can you administer medications?
Yes, we follow written instructions for administering medications during visits at no extra charge.
What's your booking policy?
We recommend 1-3 weeks advance notice for pet sitting and 72 hours for walks, with last-minute options available.
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