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Monday 8am - 4:30pm Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm Thursday 8am - 4:30pm Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Low Key Dog Walks

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Low Key Dog Walks

We are dog loving souls that offer Fear Free certified small group and private walks in Victoria, BC. We can’t wait to connect with you!

We are dedicated to offering force-free walks that support your goals, and meet the needs of your dog. Low Key Dog Walks acknowledges that we walk on the unceded, traditional territory of the lək̓ʷəŋən peoples. Certified in Canine Emergency First Aid, Licensed, Bonded and Insured.

05/29/2026

Support looks different for every dog 🐾

At LKDW, we work with all kinds of dogs, each with their own personality, history, and needs. For some, that includes extra support tools that help them feel safer and more comfortable moving through their day-to-day lives.

We also have personal experience with this through our own dogs—Rachelle’s dog Suki and Amanda’s dog Junie are both supported with behavioural medication as part of their care.

We’re sharing Suki’s story below 💛

Hi folks, 🐾

You may know me, or have heard me barking from the van or when I'm out with my Mum. My name is Suki (3yr Maremma Pyrenees 🐻‍❄️) & I'm a bit of a high-strung lover girl. My brain goes into overdrive whenever I see unknown people or dogs—especially if they surprise me 👀 This can look like barking, lunging, growling, hu***ng & sometimes air-snapping.

Mum decided to get me a muzzle for high stress times, and put me on fluoxetine about 6 weeks ago to help calm my nerves.

At first it didn't help much. My appetite decreased and I became very clingy. Over time my body adjusted and now I'm doing much better. My first year of life was unpredictable, so sometimes it's hard to feel brave. I don't like loud noises or strange-looking people. I really hate flags, kites, and the paragliders on Dallas Rd.

Mum always walks me on a harness and sometimes even uses two leashes!! Life is pretty great now, although I still tend to bark & hump when I get overwhelmed. I love belly rubs and morning cuddles. I'm a work-in-progress... but aren't we all? ✨️

💊 Medication can be controversial at the best of times, but here at LKDW we want to help reduce stigma around all ethical supports that can help dogs feel safe in the world 🩵

This is not medical advice or an endorsement of fluoxetine. Please seek guidance from a trusted veterinarian or qualified behaviourist for all support and medical needs. - Rachelle

05/22/2026

📢 The time has come! 📢

We’re excited to share the expansion of our services into Gordon Head & Cadboro Bay 🎉 No more of this waitlist business!

Having great people on the team makes expansions like this possible, and we truly appreciate your trust as Low Key Dog Walks continues to grow. Slow & steady… right?! 🐾

Happy Friday, y’all ☀️

05/19/2026

Our HR team (Rachelle 😉) has been busy training up two new walkers, and they’re ready to fly the coop! 🐦🐦

Introducing Katie & Chloe 🥰

Katie recently moved to the island from Ladner with a background in hospitality & outdoor adventures. She was a rockstar during training & will be walking on Mondays, Fridays & weekends (to start).

Chloe is a farm girl at heart — her calm demeanor is an excellent fit for both our nervous nellies & party-kids. She will be walking on Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays, as she also works at the Beacon Hill Children’s Farm!!

**Our staff undergo thorough training before being released into the wild:

🐾 15-20hrs with Rachelle and/or Sophia
- we review reactivity (the importance of safe handling & emotional regulation), dynamics of group play, leash management, transport protocols, Fear Free principles & skills, off-leash management, public relations, software & safety protocols 🤓

🐾 DogSafe 101 & Fear Free Shelters (to be completed in first 90 days)

🐾 Attendance at monthly staff meeting for team building & professional development

We love what we do!

05/09/2026

Happy Friday 🌸

Spring is in full swing and we’ve been loving these brighter, warmer days! ☀️

We’ve also had some new friends join us recently, and we’re so excited to introduce them to the Low Key family 💛

Please welcome:

🐾 Riley
🐾 Rogue
🐾 Loki (🥰)
🐾 Milo
🐾 Friday
🐾 Finnigan & Berkley
🐾 Fern & Clover

There’s more to come and we have room to grow 💕

Our team would love to connect with you 💫

Here’s to more beach days and sandy paws ahead 💛🌊

05/01/2026

Dear Diary,

Today was SO much fun!! ☀️ 🌊
I went to the beach and got to run around with some new friends. I was faster than all of them, obviously 🐕 💨
- Philip, almost 2yr Mini Dachshund 🐾

“Good walk with Phil and friends! We headed straight for the beach where we found your neighbour and three dog friends who Phil enjoyed running around with like a little speedy bean. Afterwards, he led the way home, stopping to frolic in the long grass and hunt lizards in the bushes.”
-Ally

04/25/2026

Group walks… how do we actually build them? 🐾

It’s not random — and it’s definitely not one-size-fits-all.

Every group we create is thoughtfully matched to make sure the walk feels safe and enjoyable for everyone involved (dogs and walker) 🐕🚶‍♀️

We look at the full picture:

Energy levels ⚡️

Temperament 🧠

Size, age, behaviour & leash skills 🦮

Gender 🐶

Location 📍

Time requests ⏰

With new clients joining often, we’re constantly revisiting and reshuffling behind the scenes. No two days are the same! 🐾

At the end of the day, it’s about setting every dog up for a good experience — because the right group changes everything ❤️

04/18/2026

Muzzles… let’s talk about them 🐾

Muzzles often get a bad rep, but if appropriate for your dog, taking the time to muzzle train is something worth celebrating✨

It speaks to a commitment to keeping both your dog and your community safe.

When you see a muzzled pup out on a walk, remember: they aren’t bad dogs!

Maybe they have big emotions around certain triggers like kids, people, or spooky wheels 🚲 Maybe they enjoy eating dirt and garbage 😅
Or maybe they’re just practicing for future vet and handling procedures. Regardless of the reason, we’re big fans of safety and fun! 👏

We currently have a few pups in our care who rock one on their walks, and we couldn’t be prouder of them! ❤️🐕

The real work happens at home, and huge credit goes to the guardians who put in the time to introduce and condition their pups to wearing one.

Muzzle training takes patience, consistency, and a whole lot of positive reinforcement 🙌🏼✨

Our role? Keeping that experience just as positive while they’re in our care 🐾

We support the use of both cage and soft muzzles when they’re properly fitted and appropriate for the individual dog 👍🏼

This is exactly the kind of guardian ↔️ walker teamwork we love to see. It takes a village! 🐶❤️

04/10/2026

Walking a group of dogs might look easy… but there’s a lot going on behind the scenes! 🐕

Leash juggling is genuinely an art form 🎨

We’re always reading body language, managing space between dogs, and adjusting the pace to make sure everyone feels comfortable and safe.

✨ The right gear makes a world of difference — choosing the right harness and leash for each dog sets everyone up for success from the start 🙌🏼

✨ Although some may perceive leashes as ‘force,’ we see them as an important safety device — for the dogs, the public, and us! A loose leash gives each pup the right amount of space to make good choices on their own 🐕

✨ We’re constantly adjusting leash length and positioning to keep dogs comfortable, reduce tangles, and keep walks flowing smoothly.

✨ Our bodies are a tool too! We use them as gentle barriers to manage space and help dogs shift focus when needed 🙋‍♀️

A big part of what makes group walks run smoothly is a calm, consistent approach — both in how we handle leashes and how we communicate with the dogs❤️

It takes practice to perfect the art of the leash juggle 💯 Equal parts vigilance, dexterity, patience… and a bit of light humour 😃😉

04/03/2026

Happy Easter long weekend! 🐣🐕

We hope you’re soaking up some sunshine, enjoying time with loved ones, and maybe a few extra treats (for both you and your pups 😉).

🐾 Tessa, Sally, and Charley had the BEST time running, playing, and soaking up the sunshine today—safe to say they all went home happy and tired 💛

Kudos to Kiefer for capturing these awesome action shots! 📸 ✨

03/27/2026

One of the best perks of this job? Sometimes, you get to bring your own pup along for the ride!

Amanda and Anj have been loving bringing their pups Junie and Nomad to work lately 🐾

Speaking of which — have you heard of our Private+ Walks? It’s your regular private walk plus one of our pre-approved staff dogs. It’s a great stepping stone for dogs who are curious about group life but not quite ready to dive in. 🐾

Fun fact: Private+ was originally created so that Loki could join in and help bridge the gap between Private and Group walks. Now she’s joined by her sister Suki and the one and only Percy 🤍🤍🤍

But here’s the thing — not just any pup gets the green light! 🙅‍♀️

👉🏼 Staff pups are carefully assessed before ever joining a client walk

👉🏼 Compatibility is everything — we never force a match

👉🏼 Intros are always supported and done slowly.
Think: parallel walks, gradually closing the gap, and letting the dogs set the pace 🐕🐕

👉🏼 Individual stress signals are always seen, heard, and respected ❤️

It’s never guaranteed and always at our discretion… but when it works out? It’s one of our favourite things 🙌🏼

We love what we do! 🐾

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Victoria, BC

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Website

https://www.lowkeydogs.ca/

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