Dog Training & Pet Sitting Services in West LA
Frequently Asked Questions
Please reach out to (310) 901-9843 or goldashappypaws@gmail.com
if you cannot find an answer to your question, or to get started today!
Golda is based in West Los Angeles, CA and provides services in Brentwood, Santa Monica, and Mar Vista - and will travel to areas such as Pacific Palisades, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Cheviot Hills, and MidWilshire for an additional fee.
Golda's Happy Paws focuses on daily dog walks and training walks focusing on behavior modification and confidence building. We also offer dog and cat drop in visits, vacation pet sitting, as well as dog obedience and socialization training. We also offer medication administration, in-home overnights, short term boarding, and occasional adventure hikes as well!
First time clients please fill out a "New Client Form" with some information about you and your pets' needs. These forms can be found at the menu bar on www.GoldasHappyPaws.com. Please reach out by phone or email to book an initial consultation with Golda.
Golda has over 10 years of professional experience caring for dogs and cats, as well as other exotic pets ranging from rodents, fish, and lizards to chickens and parrots too! She enjoys providing top-tier pet care services, as well as volunteering at the local animal shelter during her free time. She is trained in Pet First Aid and CPR, as well! For our Dog Training clients, Golda has a Positive Reinforcement (+R) training background, as well as experience in Applied Behavior Analysis.
Before beginning all pet sitting services a complimentary meet & greet consultation in your home is required. This will allow Golda to meet you and your pet and get accommodated, as well as discuss important information about your pet's routine and needs. This also is a good time to provide a house key (if needed), and of course go over any questions you may have.
Payment can be made directly through the invoice via Apply Pay or Debit/Credit Card, or if you prefer you can pay via Zelle to 310.901.9843 or via Venmo to GoldasHappyPaws. Cash is accepted as well. For your ease of payment our invoicing software also allows you to securely save a credit card on file to be used for future invoices as well.
Good question! The different between the two is the "dog training" visits are more training focused (building neutrality to triggers, learning new skills, improving on your dog's behavior and training, working on socialization, etc) while the "dog sitting" visits are mainly for their exercise and enrichment.
Yes! Golda is experienced in administering topical and oral medication in both dogs and cats. She has cared for pets with neurological disorders, heart disease and heart murmers, diabetes, kidney disease, Crohn's disease, seizures, and arthritis. On top of that she is certified in Pet CPR and First Aid, so you can feel confident that your family is in the best hands with Golda!
Yes, an initial consultation (meet & greet) with Golda is required before beginning all pet sitting services so as to make sure everything is a good fit. Depending on your pets' temperament it may be recommended to book a few visits ahead of time to ensure your furbaby is comfortable and at ease one-on-one prior to your vacation. We want everyone to feel comfortable, especially your pets!
Yes we have specialized insurance for pet sitting, dog walking, and training - to ensure your family’s safety. We are licensed with the state of California, too. You and your family’s safety are our #1 priority!
Golda understands that your pets deserve quality services, so please contact if you are outside of our regular service area, we will try our best to accommodate you.
Additional travel fees will apply for services outside of our radius.
Weekend premiums will be added to all visits on Friday evening, Saturday, or Sunday.
Holiday fees will be incurred for reservations on New Years, Presidents Day (and weekend), Memorial Day (and weekend), July 4th (and weekend), Labor Day (and weekend), week of Thanksgiving (and following weekend), and the week of Christmas through New Years.
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