A WalkSMART™ Program
Pawpared™ — Owner-First Planning for Life With a City Dog
Bringing a dog into your life is exciting — but in the city, it comes with unique challenges.
Pawpared™ is my 45-minute online consultation designed to help you prepare with clarity and confidence before you commit.
This isn’t a generic checklist. It’s part planning, part coaching — a structured session where I walk you through your lifestyle, breed compatibility, and the real costs of urban dog ownership.
Using my WalkSMART™ framework, you’ll leave with a personalized Urban Dog Readiness Plan that reflects your real life, your goals, and your environment.
Pawpared makes sure your first step into dog ownership is the right one.
Why Pawpared Matters
Most people focus on the excitement of getting a dog — but overlook the realities of city life with one. The result? Stress for both owner and dog.
Pawpared shifts the focus forward. In one session, you’ll see clearly what dog ownership means for your time, lifestyle, and budget — and how to prepare for it.
You’ll leave knowing how to:
✔ Match the right breed or dog type to your environment and energy.
✔ Budget realistically with Barkonomics insights.
✔ Prepare your household for the daily responsibilities of a city dog.
✔ Start ownership with confidence instead of trial and error.
Simple, practical, and built on Urban Canine Socialization & Enrichment principles, Pawpared makes sure your first step into ownership is a smart one.
Who are Consults For?
Perfect for people who:
- Are thinking about their first dog and want to make informed decisions
- Feel unsure which breed or type of dog will truly fit their lifestyle
- Want to understand real financial and emotional commitments beforhand
- Are planning ahead to avoid overwhelm, mismatched choices, or regrets
- Prefer clear, structured guidance without pressure
And great if you’re:
- A family considering a puppy or rescue adoption
- A couple debating if “now is the right time” for a dog
- Someone living in the city who wants to know what urban dogs really need to thrive
- Curious about the difference between adopting from a rescue vs. buying from a breeder
- Looking for peace of mind before taking the leap into dog ownership
How Pawpared Works
Pre-session questionnaire to give us a snapshot of your lifestyle, home, and what you’re considering and times to book;
✅ 45-minute online session (Zoom or phone) tailored to your goals and situation
✅ Guided discussion on breed compatibility, financial realities, and urban living needs
✅ Walk through Barkonomics 101 — where to spend, where to save, and what really matters
You will recieve clear takeaways you can apply immediately to prepare for dog ownership with confidence