Above & Beyond Petcare

04/23/2026

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04/23/2026

Working with dogs means being ready to meet every personality, every history, and every comfort level. Some pups greet us like long‑lost friends… and others need time, space, and patience before they feel safe with a new handler.

When I onboard new team members, this is one of the first scenarios we talk about. A dog who seems confident with their humans can completely shut down once the owner leaves — hiding, shaking, avoiding interaction. And that’s okay. Our job is to meet them where they are.

What we never do is force interaction or slip‑lead a fearful dog “because the walk must go on.” A scared dog who doesn’t know us is not a dog we take outside. Safety and trust come first, always.

Instead, we slow down.
We sit.
We avoid eye contact.
We toss treats and observe.
We let the dog set the pace.

If there’s a secure fenced yard, we may offer a quick potty break and try again next visit. Every dog deserves to feel safe, not pressured.

Recently, Cresta worked with a sweet boy named Mikey — a pup who struggles with confidence around new people. With patience, creativity, and zero pressure, Mikey went from hiding with his tail tucked… to tugging, belly rubs, and full‑on best‑friend energy. His transformation made both of us tear up.

As Mikey “said” in his review:
“Cresta is patient, kind, and clearly understands the complex emotional journey of a slightly dramatic 15‑month‑old pup.”

If you need a walker in Orleans who respects your dog’s pace and builds trust the right way — Cresta is your human.

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04/09/2026

Okay, so I’m not saying that it IS summer right now but summertime IS coming!! (The faster the better am I right?)

… and I thought what better way to announce that we are now hiring summer pet sitters (college/university students I’m looking at you!) then sharing a photo of our newest puppy walking client Willow! 🥹❤️

If you or someone you know is available/interested in pet sitting, dog walking and/or hosting pets over summer vacation please let us know! Looking for part time and casual independent contractors to join our team!

03/31/2026

I see many of our clients balancing kids, work, and a dog who needs training and understandably this can feel like a lot. And somewhere along the way, the joy of having a dog starts to disappear.

One thing I often recommend?
Book a private park once a week and just let your dog be a dog.

No pressure. No training expectations. Just running, playing, and enjoying each other.

This is NOT a replacement for training—but it will help bring the enjoyment back into dog ownership while you’re working through the training process.

If your dog is good with your kids, I urge you to bring them along. Let it be something fun for everyone.

We love using Keshet Kennels’ indoor and outdoor runs—they’re clean, safe, and fully fenced, which gives so much peace of mind.

In this photo, my daughter Hailey is helping out—holding treats, giving pets, and getting involved in training. It’s something we genuinely enjoy doing together.

If your dog isn’t getting enough off-leash freedom right now, this might be a simple way to reset—for both of you!

03/25/2026

We have had a really busy and exciting winter!

We added 3 new pet sitters/walkers to our team who offer evening/weekend walks as well as boarding in their home.

We brought back our in-client-home boarding services and as expected our pet sitters are booking up months in advance already!

We are still looking to add more exceptional people to our team. We are specifically looking for part time casual pet sitters/walkers in the Barrhaven and Kanata areas. We have quite the waitlist in that part of the city but as anyone who knows me knows I refuse to hire just anyone. Our clients care and safety is always my number one priority!

If you or someone you know might be a good fit for our team please email us at [email protected]

Please note: I will only be posting on Instagram/facebook once a week! I’ve come to the realization that too much social media time just isn’t my jam! But I am always around to answer emails or texts or to hop on a call with potential pet sitters or new clients!

02/06/2026

Happy Friday! We have been very busy at A&B so apologies for the lack of posts! We hope everyone is keeping warm during this deep freeze but are still managing to get outside with their pups and enjoying some fresh air! ❄️🐾

09/12/2025

08/09/2025

Beginning in September, Sara—one of our most beloved team members—will be offering our highly sought-after in-client-home pet sitting service! Known for her warmth, professionalism, and genuine love for animals, Sara is already booking three months in advance. We’re incredibly fortunate to have her as part of the A&B family!

Want your pets cared for in the comfort of home? Reach out today to secure your spot and learn more about her availability.

04/25/2025

MEET OUR TEAM

KIM!

Kim has been a member of the A&B team since May 2023

Kim and I met at a dog park in Rockland back when I was living there with my four dogs. I was impressed by how well behaved her pup was and I found her to be very easy to talk to. She was my kind of person right off the bat. When Kim reached out to join our team I was very happy and was super excited to get her on board right away. She has done an exceptional job with all of her clients. We are so happy to have you on our team Kim thanks for everything!

Kim is not accepting new clients at this time. We will keep you in the know when she does have openings available!

04/16/2025

Client Spotlight ✨

MEET HARLEY!

Harley has been a dog walking client with A&B since October 2023.

Here is what her walker Kim has to say about Harley:

“Harley is the sweetest and happiest girl, with tons of energy to spare. She’s down for cuddles or running a marathon! Getting to see Harley is the best part of my day’’

04/15/2025

Meet our Team 🦮✨

OLHA!

Olha has been a member of the A&B team since 2023. Olha and her family moved to Ottawa from Ukraine in 2022.

Olha is a mom, a dog walker and an all-around amazing person!

Olha is incredibly hard working and always looking to improve and excel in her work.

Here is a quote from one of her current clients when describing Olha has their walker: “…she is responsive, kind, and it is clear from the pictures she sends that our dogs love her and are in good hands.”

We love having you on our team Olha!

Please note: Olha is not accepting new dog walking clients currently. However, we will certainly notify you when she has space available in the future!

🐈 Olha is open to accepting new cat drop in clients in and around the Mooney’s bay area and Manor park/Vanier areas.