Canine Play Areas

Silverdale Dog Park
www.Silverdaledogpark.com

Heritage Park
Are you aware of Heritage Park in the Indianola/Kingston area?  Its a relatively new hiking and dog friendly park - hundreds of acres of trails.  It can be accessed from Miller Bay Rd just north of the turn to Indianola or from the golf course area of Whitehorse. Cedar, Guinness and I go there frequently and we think its wonderful.

Pope and Talbot Land Cedar and I have spent many happy hours hiking in this area — you'll find it off the Port Gamble road - on the west side.  See the map for parking areas.  There is lots of room here for anyone to go hiking, horseback riding, biking — the trails are mostly forest access roads with some smaller trails.  You can go for an hour or literally hike for miles - bring your lunch and water for the dog! Dogs can run loose but remember you are sharing the area with others — your dog should be under voice control at all times. (Click on the map to download a trail map and brochure)

Kitsap Dog Parks
Their mission is to establish off-leash dog parks where well-behaved canine citizens can exercise in a clean, safe environment without endangering or annoying people, property, or wildlife. To develop beautiful, well-maintained spaces open to all dog lovers and friends who are willing to uphold the dog parks' rules and restrictions. To view these parks as community projects, in partnership with Kitsap County, designed to satisfy the needs of dog-owners and non-dog owners alike.
Check them out at www.kitsapdogparks.org/

Meetup Groups

The Bainbridge Island Playful Dog Meetup Group
"My Airedale, Cheddar Pancakes, is the main reason for the creation of this group. While we enjoy exploring the island on our own, we would love to meet other dog/owner pairs to share our outings with. Together, with our amazing dogs, we hike, socialize downtown, bbq, celebrate dog birthdays, attend various island/off-island events, etc. This group is for dog owners that would like to explore and enjoy the island in the great company of other friendly, social dogs and their owners." Check out www.meetup.com for this and other fun groups.

Seattle Greyhound Group
Have a retired, rescued Ex-Racer, or have 2, 3 or 4?
Come and meet others with lovely four-legged couch potatoes.
We will meet up regularly for walks in the park, have fun raisers, picnics, barbecues, and outings to local greyhound friendly locations. Group benefits of sharing dog-sitting and letting your hounds meet other packs.

Due to the nature of greyhounds, this group is intended just for greyhounds and Lurchers. www.meetup.com/seattlegreyhounds/

Edmonds Golden Retrievers Club
A group to get fellow Golden Retrievers and their owners together for a social time once a month. During this meet-up Goldens' owners can discuss the many facets of owning a Golden while their pups play together and become fast friends. www.meetup.com/edmondsgoldenretrieversclub

Rescue Agencies / Dog Adoption

PAWS of Bainbridge Island and North Kitsap
advocates, educates, and provides direct services to nurture the bond of companionship between pets and their people, for the health and well-being of both.
www.pawsbainbridge.org/

Old Dog Haven is a very small group of people with a network of others trying to provide a loving safe home for senior dogs abandoned at this stage of their lives. We care for the rest as long as they have good quality of life. In addition, we try to assist owners in finding new homes for their senior dogs through our website and referrals. www.olddoghaven.org • 360-653-0311 • Arlington, WA

R.E.D.
Rescue Every Dog is a non-profit volunteer group that is dedicated to saving the lives of highly adoptable last chance shelter animals. www.rescueeverydog.org

Kitsap Humane Society,
9167 Dickey Rd NW, Silverdale, WA 98383
The Kitsap Humane Society is an independent non-profit committed to providing life changing solutions to people and companion animals. We do so by providing animal rescue, protection and adoption services; accepting and sheltering all those in need; providing humane education; and collaborating with the public and other organizations for our common purposes.
Rescue. Rehabilitate, Rehome • 360-692-6977 • www.kitsaphumane.org

Animal Rescue Families (ARF) is a non-profit, volunteer staffed, no kill animal rescue organization. Our foster home system provides safe haven for abandoned, abused,
or unwanted domestic animals.
PO Box 165, Bremerton WA 98337
(360) 698-6576 • Fax: (360) 613-2511 www.animalrescuefamilies.org • email: arf@silverlink.net

Greyhound Pets, Inc. is a non-profit organizaiton that helps to find a loving and secure home for every retired racing greyhound that comes into the hands of Greyhound Pets, Inc. and to educate the public on the benefits of having a greyhound as a family companion. Please join us and meet these amazing dogs. For more information visit www.greyhoundpetsinc.org

Center Valley Animal Rescue
a No Kill Animal Sanctuary and Rescue
11900 Center Road, Quilcene, WA  206-765-0598
http://www.centervalleyanimalrescue.org

Pet Sitting

Kitsap Canine Services
Kitsap Canine Services offers Pet Sitting in your home or mine, dog walking, errand running. More information...
Please call 360-440-1004 or email leanne@kitsapcanine.com for pricing structure or class schedule.

Pampered Pets & Plants
DOG WALKING & IN-HOME BOARDING, DAILY PET VISITS
Providing discounted daily dog walks and cat visits to your home and dog boarding in my home. Guaranteed to be spoiled! Serving Bainbridge Island. Proudly Pampering since 2000! Call 206-842-8631.

Happy Tails Doggie Day Camp
My name is Daria Hansen and I have recently opened a small dog daycare in Poulsbo.  It is kennel free and provides weekday and overnight care for small dogs 35 lbs and under.  Please visit my website:
http://www.happytailsdoggiedaycamp.com

Happy Dogs - Dog Walking and Pet Sitting
Pet sitting for all types of pets - Individual and group dog walks - Discount for regular cat visits - Serving Bainbridge Island
Cindy Jones, cindy@happydogswalk.com
www.happydogswalk.com • 360-620-1824

Aunty Min's Specialized Pet Care
Provides daily visits to your home to care for your cats, dogs and caged pets. One-on-one visits, mid-day dog walks, "cat walks", park trips, cat playtime, pet taxi, basic training reinforcement and more. Each visit is customized specifically for you. Our goal is to help YOU get your fur-kids the love, attention and proper exercise they deserve. Our service area includes Bainbridge Island and limited parts of Poulsbo. For more information, you can call 206-660-6090 or visit www.auntymins.com

Leash4Lease, Inc.
Providing honest and reliable in-your-home pet care since 2001. We offer daily, mid-day visits, dog walks, vacation pet care and house-sitting services. We service North and Central Kitsap and parts of Seabeck. Call 360.440.8800 for more information or check out the website. http://leash4lease.com

North Kitsap Home Services
At North Kitsap Home Services, Sami Gray offers an array of pet-related services including pet sitting, pet taxi, and homemade pet food. Available throughout north Kitsap and Bainbridge Island. Contact Sami at sami.gray.pt@gmail.com, (360) 779-5002.
http://northkitsaphomeservices.vpweb.com

The Home Folks, pet & house sitting - Paul & Janet Coppes
We are composed of retired individuals and couples - secure, competent, trained, trustworthy people - who will do drop-in or overnight sitting so that you can have peace of mind while you are away knowing that your pet is well taken care of and your house is secure. We have been in Kitsap county since 1979 and doing pet sitting for a number of years. Let's be Healthy. 360-697-4249, 1-888-283-2050.

Cold Wet Noses - Weekday dog walking.
Cold, Wet Noses is dedicated to the care, comfort, and health of our pet clients, as well as to the security of their home while their owners are absent.  Licensed and insured for your peace of mind. www.coldwetnoses.net • 360-297-5339

Primrose Lane Boarding
A holiday for your pup, peace of mind for you! Stacy Thompson
www.primroseboarding.com • 360-930-8300

Miss Barksalot
I absolutely adore dogs and pets of all kinds!  My focus is your pet's comfort, wellness and safety, and your peace of mind while you travel.  Choose between two kinds of our quality services • Dog Lodging in my home or Pet Sitting in yours. We have what's right for you and your pet. www.missbarksalot.com • 360-779-2842

Karen's Pet Service - Karen Langston
www.petnany.com • 360-779-1073 • 206-842-4389

Animals First - Serving the Bremerton area
We care for your pets in your home when you can't be there, whether you are out of town or away at work. Our mission is to provide the best care possible for your beloved family members, your pets. www.animalsfirst.net • 360-479-0891

Scratch 'n Sniff - Sunny Leibson
Pet Sitting. Licensed**Bonded**Insured
360-271-8616 or 360-297-5900 • Indianola

NW Critter Sitter - Marci DeLisle
NW Critter Sitter is dedicated to providing professional pet sitting and dog walking.  We serve the North Kitsap area - Bainbridge Island, Poulsbo and Suquamish.
Licensed, Insured, Bonded. www.nwcritter.com • 360-697-6606

Retail Stores

Paws and Fins Pet Shop
360 Tormey Ln, Suite 198, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
Wiccan York-Patten, owner; Melissa Wynn, manager.
pawsfins@gmail.com • (206) 780-1141

 
Naturally 4 Paws
Our philosophy is that animals aren't just pets, they are part of the family, and our focus is on their health and happiness. Our mission is to provide a wide variety of healthy food and treats, unique and high quality accessories, while bringing back good old-fashioned customer service. We strive to carry American goods whenever possible.  Our goal is to explain and promote the benefits of feeding all natural diets. We encourage pet guardians to be responsible and accountable and are eager to assist in strengthening the human animal bond. www.naturally4paws.com • 360-337-2444
9337 Silverdale Way NW (Silverdale Village), Silverdale, WA 98383

Superior Pet Foods, 360-697-3550
Located in the Poulsbo Village Shopping Center

Dog Training

Kitsap Canine Services
Kitsap Canine Services offers private in home obedience lessons or classes on Bainbridge Island or North Kitsap County. More information...
Please call 360-440-1004 or email leanne@kitsapcanine.com for pricing structure or class schedule.

Clicker Training
is an animal training method based on behavioral psychology that relies on marking desirable behavior and rewarding it. www.clickertraining.com

4dognite agility training
All levels of agility taught from Introduction to high level competition. www.4dognite.com
Please contact Shelly for info on upcoming classes and events.

Shade's Dog Training
www.shadesdogtraining.net
Kingston, Washington, 360-297-6362, kshadew@yahoo.com
Training Philosophy: Clear Leadership plus Postive Motivation Equals Reliable Obedience.

I strive to learn and implement POSITIVE ways of teaching, to be fair to our dogs, to base their learning on the relationship between us, and to use whatever treat, toy or tug that motivates your individual dog. This is my passion and life's work. I look at all the traditional ways we train our dogs and much involves techniques I would consider to be unfair. I respect the dog as a thinking partner in the learning process. Sure, you can train a dog with an electric collar, but why would you want to? I would rather use the dog's natural prey drive and channel the cat-chasing into something I control, like a ball or tug. With my training, I teach you where the dog is coming from. Hopefully, you will emerge out of the experience with a better understanding of why your dog does what he does, and with a fair and giving relationship with your dog. And best of all, it's fun!
Shade has classes beginning soon — call for dates.

Fido's Farm
We offer dog sports and training as well as play-based boarding and daycare on a working farm just 8 miles off I-5 between Olympia and Tacoma. Our passion is providing a safe and fun place for both ends of the leash to play and learn. Fun and Fitness for Both Ends of the Leash! www.fidosfarm.com • email fidosfarm@fidosfarm.com
phone 360-866-8347, 9829 Evergreen Valley Rd., Olympia, WA 9851

Guiding Hands Pet Obedience
Since 1992, Noel Ritter has been offering obedience and agility training at all levels to owners and their dogs. She is currently teaching in Poulsbo and at Naturally 4 Paws in Silverdale. Click here for more information on her schedule. www.guiding-hands.com, 360-779-7730

Health / Pet Care

Kitsap Canine Services
Kitsap Canine Services offers relaxing, therapeutic in-home massage for your dog. More information...
Please call 360-440-1004 or email leanne@kitsapcanine.com for pricing structure or class schedule.

Whole Pet Vet
Holistic Veterinary Services
We use acupuncture, chiropractic, herbs, homeopathy, and diet and nutrition to treat pets from our offices in Bellingham and Edmonds, Washington.
www.wholepetvet.com

Your Holistic Dog
Holistic Veterinary Services
is an online resource exploring integrative wellness options for your dog. Information, articles, interviews, case studies, and reviews on various holistic topics will be presented. Topics include natural therapies (like animal massage and acupuncture), holistic nutrition, and behavioural studies. Our goal is to enlighten, empower, and educate.
www.yourholisticdog.com

Whole Dog Journal
UNLIMITED ONLINE ACCESS to over a decade of trusted training advice, health & nutrition information and food & products
NO Advertising • NO Sponsors • ALL Truth • www.whole-dog-journal.com

AKC Companion Animal Recovery Microchips. Recovery. Giving Back.
AKC CAR, an affiliate of the American Kennel Club and a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, is the largest non-profit pet recovery service provider in North America. Established in 1995 as a public service to help pet owners reunite with their lost animals via identification and 24/7 recovery coordinators, the organization has enrolled 4 million companion animals and recovered more than 360,000 lost pets. In 2007, AKC CAR introduced the AKC CAR ID System microchip. The AKC CAR ID System consists of microchips, scanners, and prepaid enrollments. In 2009, AKC exclusively partnered with Positioning Animals Worldwide (PAW) for the first-ever canine GPS tracking technology combined with 24/7 recovery services. AKC CAR makes donations annually for veterinary student scholarships, grants for search and rescue teams and donations for natural disaster relief. In addition, AKC CAR enrolls all active service, military, and law enforcement K-9 dogs for free. For more information visit www.akccar.org, call 1-800-252-7894 or email found@akccar.org.

ASPCA Poison Control
Your best resource for any animal poison-related--emergency, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If you think that your pet may have ingested a potentially poisonous substance, call 888-426-4435.  A $60 consultation fee may be applied to your credit card. www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/

All Creatures 24 hour Care
Bremerton, WA.
For financial assistance in emergency care for your dog, go to www.allcreatures24hr.com

Animal Emergency and Trauma Center
320 Lindvig Way, Poulsbo, WA
Animal Emergency and Trauma Center (AETC) was established to care for your pet when an animal has become ill or injured when your family vet is closed.  A well-trained and caring staff member can answer your questions and advise you regarding your pet’s problem.
www.myaetc.com • 360-697-7771

Pet Medical Center at Apple Tree Cove 11254 NE East 2nd St., Kingston, WA 98346 “We believe passionately that our pets deserve the best possible medical care delivered with loving compassion.” www.KingstonVet.com • 360-297-7076

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