DOG WALKING
DOG HIKING
PET SITTING

we Are in the
peace of mind business

🛡Insured & Bonded
🔍 Background Checked Staff
⛑️ Pet CPR Certified Team
📚 Dog Behavior Trained
📲 GPS & Time-Stamped Reports
✅ Trusted by 600+ Families

🙌🏼 Serving Pet Parents Since 2010
📅 8,100+ Services in 2024
💖 Infinite Love Given

Shoreline Happy Paws LLC proudly provides Top-Quality Dog Walking, Dog Hiking, and Pet Sitting throughout Old Saybrook, Essex, Westbrook, Deep River, Chester, Clinton, Old Lyme, Lyme, East Lyme, Niantic, Waterford, Groton, New London, Mystic & Noank.
Being a dog lover isn’t enough. You deserve reliable, trusted, anticipatory, pet-savvy professionals with a proven track record of caring for both your pets and your home.

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New Client Meet & Greet

Dog Hiking<br />

Dog Hiking adventures

Coming Soon Dog SUP and Kayak Adventures

DOG WATER ADVENTURES

Coming Soon

Drop In Visits

Drop In Visits

Cat Sitting

Cat Sitting

Critter Care

Critter & EXOTICS Care

Overnights

Overnights @ your home

Extended Overnights

"ALMOST Overnights"

Best Job ever

DOG WALKING

for routine, sporadic & on-demand needs

Starting at $23 per walk. Save your spot with our Monthly Dog Walking Subscription!

Whether your pup needs a long energy-burnign walk or just a quick potty break, we’ve got you covered! Walks are fully customized to your dog’s needs and schedule.

Recurring Dog Walking – Need us weekly or Mon-Fri? Lock in a consistene schedule with our subscription and never worry about availability. Discounts apply to Mon-Fri schedule.

Sporadic Dog Walking – Hybrid work schedule? Book only when you need us – flexible and easy.

On-Demand Dog Walking – Last-minute or same-day need? Like Uber for dog walking (based on availability).

Pro Tip: Weekly Recurring Dog Walks or Hikes unlock priority access to mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays and Travel Care Services like Overnights at Your Home.

$25/walk

15 Min Walk

  • Short Walk or Potty Break
  • Perfect for senior pups
  • Service Report with Photos

$35/walk

30 Min Walk

  • Most popular service
  • Great for a lunchtime outing
  • Service Report with Photos

$45/walk

45 Min Walk

  • Ample time for walk and playtime
  • Great for high energy dogs
  • Service Report with Photos
dog hiking

DOG HIKING ADVENTURES

Starting at $35 per hiking session
Our most popular service! Make your dog’s day! A great alternative to daycare.

We pick you up and drop you off. Join us for nice adventures on the trails or beach where your dog can explore all kinds of smells and sounds, get plenty of exercise and potty opportunities, lots of playtime with hiking friends, and enrich their daily life!

Group Hikes and Private Hikes available. All dogs are leashed. Off-leash option available at request of client and after successful off-leash training.
Attendance twice a week is required to be paired with a group.

Sign up for Recurring Dog Walking or Dog Hiking Services every week to access services in the mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays for Travel Care, Overnights, and Boarding Services.

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coming late spring 2025

kayak & sup dog water adventures

For those water-loving pups who want to exercise and explore nature, beyond hiking trails.

Your dog will love exploring the serene waters, paddling along, and splashing around. These adventures offer a unique opportunity for dogs to experience nature from a new perspective, enriching their senses and providing a fantastic workout.

We pick your dog up and drop them off too. We have all the water equipment, all you need is a well-fit life jacket for your pup.
We perform desensitization and water training sessions. Dogs must be in good health and be avid swimmers. Offered in May – October.

Offered as an Adventure Service 7 days a week and as Community Events on the weekends.

 

WHILE YOU TRAVEL

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DROP IN VISITS – for dogs and multi-animal households

Starting at $25/visit

Enjoy that holiday knowing your fur babies are in good hands! Available 7 days/week. 365 days/year – even holidays! Schedule daily as needed while you are away. All basic care includes walks, feeding, fresh water, playtime, cuddles and attention, litter scooping, and medications.

Concierge services include bringing in mail/newspapers, alternating lights/curtains, and watering indoor plants. Daily updates/videos are provided for your peace of mind.

This service is only available to Pet Parents whose dogs we see for Recurring Dog Walking or Dog Hiking Services every week.

 

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CAT SITTING VISITS

Starting at $25/visit

What a purrrrfect way to make sure your kitties are taken care of while you are away. Our Pet Sitters make sure your feline friends are fed according to their routine, meds are provided if needed, refresh water/water filters, clean and refresh litter boxes as needed, and enjoy lots of playtime and cuddles – on your kitty’s terms of course!

Concierge services such as, bringing in mail/newspapers, alternating lights/curtains, and watering indoor plants are included. Daily updates/videos are provided for your peace of mind.

Please note we require visits once per calendar day during your absence. We do not accept bookings that require every other day visits or less.

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critter, BIRDs & exotic pet care

Starting at $25/visit

Because all creatures are special—big or small, scaly or furry.
Our team members have cared for rabbits, chinchillas, hedgehogs, hamsters, birds, aquariums, tortoises, bearded dragons, and even snakes. Whether it’s feeding, habitat maintenance, or just providing companionship, you can trust us to give your smaller pets the specialized care they deserve.

We are fortunate to have former zookeepers and experienced exotic pet owners as part of our team. We are very mindful of containment, sanitation, temperature, light, and humidity levels, defecation habits, custom dietary needs, proper handling and enrichment, and the overall well-being of your unique pets. 

Concierge services such as bringing in mail/newspapers, alternating lights/curtains, and watering indoor plants are included. Daily updates/videos are provided for your peace of mind.

Please note we require visits once per calendar day during your absence. We do not accept bookings that require every other day visits or less.

HOUSE SITTING/ OVERNIGHTS AT YOUR HOME

OVERNIGHT CARE AT YOUR HOME

Some pets are used to sleeping in bed with their human – or at least with a human in the house. We get it! We stay over and cater to your routine as much as possible with walks, feeding, fresh water, playtime, TLC, litter scooping & providing medication. This is a great fit for households with multiple pets.

Concierge services such as, bringing in mail/newspapers, alternating lights/curtains, and watering plants are included.

We ask that you are transparent about your expectations and your pets’ needs. Please consider how often your pets need to go out to potty, walk/exercise, meal times, and how much company you would like them to have throughout the day and evening hours, etc. 

This is an exclusive service in high demand. Ranging from $175-350+ a day.
Pricing will entirely depend on how much time you require us to spend at your home at night and the daytime services you would like to book.

This service is only available to Pet Parents whose dogs we see for Recurring Dog Walking or Dog Hiking Services every week.

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HOMESTYLE BOARDING @ OURS

Skip the stressful and loud kennel. Give your pets a loving and comfortable home away from home. We ensure high-quality care by offering a cozy, calm, kid-free environment with our low-capacity boarding.

Our home features a secure 6-ft fenced yard, cozy dog beds, calming music, and multiple water bowls. Dogs are welcome in our living space, as if they were our own.

Requirements: Dogs must be friendly, fully vaccinated, housebroken, and crate-trained. For safety, dogs are crated when we run errands. We do not accept dogs with aggression issues. Transparency about your dog’s needs and behavior is extremely essential.

New Boarding Clients must complete a paid 1-night Trial Boarding Stay to ensure a good fit.

Rates: $125-$150 per dog per night (2-night minimum). Check-in is 4 PM. Check-out is 11 AM.

Recurring Dog Walking and Dog Hiking clients enjoy a $25/night discount and Booking Priority. Multi-dog households enjoy discounts for the second dog.

EXTENDED EVENING TUCK INS (aka ALMOST OVERNIGHTS) OLD SAYBROOK

EXTENDED EVENING TUCK INS (aka ALMOST OVERNIGHTS)

Do you want your pets to have some company before bed and as they wake up – without the overnight?

Book Almost Overnight services to provide your pets with the right activity for their needs!

A 2-hour service in the evening, filled with lots of love, playtime, and cuddles. Your pet care professional will arrive around 5-8pm, and we will then return in the morning for a 1-hour breakfast time service. Perfect for when you are away!

Concierge services include bringing in mail/newspapers, alternating lights/curtains, and watering indoor plants. Daily updates/videos are provided for your peace of mind.

This service is only available to Pet Parents whose dogs we see for Recurring Dog Walking or Dog Hiking Services every week.

EXTENDED EVENING TUCK INS (aka ALMOST OVERNIGHTS) OLD SAYBROOK

NAIL TRIMS & VET TECH SERVICES

Regular Nail Trims or Nail Grinding are essential for your pet’s comfort and overall health. Overgrown nails can cause pain, lead to injuries, and even affect your pet’s gait. Our experienced team provides gentle and precise nail trimming services, ensuring that your pet remains calm and comfortable throughout the process.

For those medically needy pets, our skilled Veterinary Technicians are here to support your pet’s health with a range of professional services.  We can help with Ear Cleaning and Flushing, Prescription Diets, Subcutaneous and IV Fluids such as Insulin Shots, and Oral and Topical Medications.

This service is only available to Pet Parents whose dogs we see for Recurring Dog Walking or Dog Hiking Services every week.

need quality pet care?

Enjoy the peace of mind that your pets are well cared for at your own home. Ask us about dog walking and pet sitting.

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