Just because someone calls themselves a dog walker doesn’t mean they have the passion, experience, patience, and know-how needed to do this important work. For this reason, today we’re counting down the top 3 qualities of an exceptional dog walker. Thanks to our profound understanding of what makes an exceptional dog walker, we have brought together a dream team of dog walkers and pet sitters to serve the pets of the Connecticut Shoreline and their families.
Adriana Valle
About Author: Adriana Valle
Adriana Valle is the Owner, Founder and Chief Pet-Loving Officer at Shoreline Happy Paws. She has been a Professional Pet Care Provider since 2014. Adriana is currently pursuing a certificate in dog behavior from CATCH Canine Trainers Academy and is a Certified Pet First Aid & CPR Instructor through PetTech. She is a longtime member of the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters and Pet Sitters International.
Adriana posts weekly blogs to ensure that pet parents in the Shoreline and Lower River Valley areas of Southeastern Connecticut stay informed and educated on pet care best practices and pet-friendly living. Her topics range from Shoreline Happy Paws-specific topics, including highlighting the benefits of dog walking, dog hiking, and cat sitting services, to reporting on local shelter changes, wildlife threats, pet industry trends, and other current events.
Adriana’s Recent Articles
Adopting a Senior Pet
November is the month of gratitude, family reunions, and turkey consumption but did you know it's also Senior Pet Month? According to nationaltoday.com, "The ASPCA and petfinder.com founded Adopt a Senior Pet Month to help improve the perception surrounding...
Dog Walking & Pet Sitting Jobs
We often hear from our clients that our team of dog walkers and pet sitters is truly special. From their dedication to the pets in our care to their desire to meet and exceed human expectations, our team is passionate about what we do. As we grow, we have dog walking...
Remembering Our Pets on Day of the Dead
Day of the Dead, or Día de los Muertos, is a culturally significant tradition in Mexico and Central America. Celebrated annually from November 1st to 2nd, the holiday stems from the Aztecs. Aztec civilizations historically celebrated the Aztec goddess of death and...
Fall Pest Control & Pets: Tips for Inside and Outside The Home
Parasite control is important year-round. In the fall, due to milder temperatures and increased moisture, a wide range of critters can still be active and may directly threaten our pets. Whether it be fleas, ticks, spiders, or other bugs that are endemic to...
Alternative Veterinary Treatments
Last week, we shared some of our favorite holistic veterinarians to follow online. Many of them see clients virtually. Unfortunately, some alternative veterinary treatments cannot be done remotely. For this reason, today, we're sharing a few of our favorite local...





