Fetch Hoboken Blog

Questions to ask, details to notice, and the everyday care that matters when choosing a dog walker in Hoboken.

A starting point for choosing training support in Hoboken and Jersey City, with questions to help you assess the fit.

What photographing dogs alongside The Dogist taught me about paying attention, connecting with people, and noticing each dog.

Personal observations on dog food from years of working with dogs, including the products and choices clients ask about.

What small-group walks and neighborhood outings can offer dogs, and how thoughtful matching shapes the experience.

How to think about your dog’s comfort, communication and grooming routine when choosing a local groomer.

A personal account of building a Hoboken grooming salon, the work behind the scenes, and what the experience taught me.

A reflection on the rising cost of life with a dog, and how pet parents weigh everyday care, extras and priorities.

A closer look at busy play environments, social pressure, and why more activity is not always the right fit for every dog.

Reflections on a local dog incident and the questions it raises about handling, prevention and shared public spaces.

Considerations for navigating an unexpected encounter with an off-leash dog on a neighborhood walk.

How routine, age, energy and city life shape a dog’s walking needs, with practical considerations for Hoboken households.

Details to watch for when hiring a dog walker, from communication and group sizes to the way your dog is handled.

Walks, routines and neighborhood life: thoughts on raising a dog in Hoboken when you don’t have a yard.

Everyday habits, busy sidewalks and common situations that can make neighborhood walks harder for dogs.

A practical look at choosing a dog walker, checking the fit, and asking useful questions before handing over the leash.

Questions to consider when arranging overnight care, including routines, supervision and where your dog feels comfortable.

Getting started with a new puppy in Hoboken: everyday routines, early outings and the questions new puppy parents ask.