We know that Brooklyn Heights loves their pooches, heck some of them have better lives than many humans we know. "Happy Heights Resident" submits this to the BHB Inbox:
The main reason I am writing is because me and the Mrs. are interested in getting a puppy. Of course rises the question of who will walk the puppy while we are at work? So the solution would be a dog walker, but apparently there so many to choice from, there's the Hungarian Pair, then Jenefer and Valerie, Ginger, Vala?………….So I was thinking wouldn't it be great if the Heights blog rated them with user comment?
So, who are the best dog walkers in Brooklyn Heights? Comment away!
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I can’t for the life of me understand why a “dog lover” would torture a dog by making it live in an apartment in a city. Please get a cat or a hamster instead.
We use a guy called Nicky..he is really great and takes good care of our little dog.
Please use anybody but Amanda Trees. She’s Nuts!
“Nothing grosses me out more than walking down the street to see some mutt assume the position and then the owner/walker pick it up.”
Would you rather we left it for you to step in? There’s nothing cruel about having a dog in an apartment. I know lots of apartment dogs (mine included) who are happy, well adjusted and loving family members.
Let’s keep this thread ON TOPIC. It’s about dog walkers. Not about poop. Thanks.
we use mobile mutts and couldn’t be happier
dogs
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Fortunately, dogs aren’t smart enough to know how unhappy they are.
Whether they’re picked up after or not, it still leaves behind a residue that everyone else is forced to contend with.
So, to stay on topic. Don’t get a dog and you won’t need to find out who is the best or worst dog walker.
I have been reading this blog for a while now and I must say that the people who comment are by far the most miserable people opn earth. You people are so negative, no matter whta the issue. I have been in the heights for 7 years and the neighborhood is very dog friendly. If you have a problem with dogs on the sidewalks, do yourself a favor and move to the suburbs. We don’t need you in the heights. For the record, Jenniffer Bruno walks my dog and he loves her.
How much do you think a dog walker could make per week?
i’d like to second the comment by ‘enddogs’.
Enddog you should be removed from the gene pool
i think you can easily post an ad for somebody who doesn’t have money and they’ll walk your dog for you; brooklyn is full of them and i’ve had a lot of experience when i just dangle a little cash. mail me if you have any more questions (craigslist)
I’ve been using Mobile Mutts for a year now and am really happy with them.
Well I guess to make Sloppy Stools happy I will stop cleaning up after my dog. Sloppy, please post again with your address so I can make sure to walk my pooch on your block. The same goes for Enddog, etc.
hey folks
this is a great topic……i have had some interesting experiences with my golden lab. for a while i was with Ginger, aside from the fact that our doorman said that she was bringing people to our apartment, she also wasn’t taking the dog out for the hour we pay for, which wasn’t that big of a deal since Zippy loves her, but then she lost our keys, which was ok , but the straw that broke the camel’s back was when Zippy was bitten by another one of her dogs……..not acceptable and she had all kinds for communication problems……….so steer clear of her, but we use mobile mutt , which is absolutely great also there are great reviews about the guy and gal team which are Hunargians apparently.
also all you dog bashers, yes it’s not right to lock up a dog in an apartment but thats why we spend 25 bucks an hour for walks
thank you, harry. to elaborate: dogs are repulsive because they filthy our streets with their waste, both solid and liquid. sure, you can pick up the solid, but the sidewalks are streaked with the liquid. in a word: repulsive.
as for the suburbs, don’t see how it would help. there’s probably even more dogs there. perhaps there’s a state or country with a high-pitched frequency that would keep dogs at bay. Nodoggia, or somesuch.
until then, i will reluctantly go on living, but working toward my political agenda of a Dog Free NYC.
btw: i lived in a building with the woman pictured above. our lobby smelled so foul every morning (from the assemblage of 20-25 wet dogs) one might have wretched in the lobby on the way to work.
A few weeks ago I saw a dog walker with 4 dogs. One of the dogs left “something” on the sidewalk and she saw it. However, she didn’t pick it up. I could have said something, but I didn’t want a dirty stare. I think dog walkers should only handle two dogs at a time, drop them off and pick up another two dogs for the next run. 4 or 5 dogs at once is too much for one person. As for dogs living in the city, I think dogs appreciate the smells, sounds and interaction they get from urban living, but more living space for them is always better so even with walks, a cramped apt. is not the best situation. Actually, for humans it’s not that great either, but we usually spend a much larger amount of our time outside the apt (mostly working) compared to our canine friends.
I think dogs do much better in apartments than children. Who would have children in a little city apartment? It’s cruel! Get a dog instead. They are smaller, do not need their own bedroom, will always love you, and won’t need expensive rehab after all those expensive years at St. Ann’s.
anon…thanks! You made my day…
Czaba and Henriette (referred to elsewhere as the Hungarians) are the best!!!! By the way, if you read the post, the original question was “So, who are the best dog walkers in Brooklyn Heights?” There was no request for ill-informed comments about whether dogs should live in cities. Dogs are much better off in apartments than in pounds. And most of the waste I see littering our fair Brooklyn streets comes from humans (beer bottles, condom wrappers, etc.) not from dogs.
Henriette and Czaba are amazing! Our dog loves them. They are totally reliable, flexible, professional…and good looking too. :) They really make the dogs work on the walks and they walk further/longer than other walkers I’ve seen around.
By the way, our dog walkers can certainly handle more than 2 dogs at a time. I’ve seen them in action. And, the dogs love hanging with a big pack.
two dogs are no fun for dogs, they like to be in packs. i think they like to be walked with other dogs better than by themselves, it’s a power thing, dogs are into power. as in: you gonna mess wid’us?
can someone tell me what Mobile Mutts or Hungarians or Jennifer charges (and for what amount of time)? I need a new dogwalker
Henriette & Czaba charge $15 for 30 minutes and $20 for half an hour. However, if you pay for 30 minutes, that’s just the minimum amount of time the dog is walked. Often times, they walk the dog longer. If you definitely want 1 hour, then it’s $20.
What I meant to say was $15 for 30 minutes and $20 for 1 hour.
Charlie rules!
Ok, 4 or 5 dogs are fine if two dog walkers are sharing the load which is something I usually don’t see. It’s just that I’ve noticed lately that I had to be more careful where I step. Maybe a few negligent dog owners and not the dog walkers are responsible.
Don’t have a dog so I don’t know who might be the best. However, I can take a stab of guessing who might be the most successful. The heavyset woman-don’t know her name. She has a huge collection of keys and she seems to have the largest packs of dogs. Sometimes I see several times a day and its a different pack.
I’ve seen the hungarian couple around. They seem well organized and they seem to really like their charges.
I’ve been using Martina for the past two years and she’s the best.
Reliable, loves the dogs, and she’s one of the few walkers who at your request will take your pride and joy to Hillside Dog Park for some protected off-leashed time rather than just a leashed walk. She also primarily does solo or two dog walks, not a huge pack.
While at the Dog Run, Martina will actively engage the dog with a game of fetch the ball, rather than just let him sit there. I feel that the hour during the day that my boy gets out, exercised, and has some fun has helped him to be a calm, happy, and well-adjusted dog. I walk him and take him to Hillside at night. There’s no substitute, folks, for a dog–especially a City dog– to get lots of healthy off-leash time.
I feel my baby boy gets some real exercise during the day with Martina rather than just being led around in a pack with other dogs to simply relieve himself.
Martina is very dependable, responsive, and I’ve been able to have her come over in a pinch. She also does overnight pet sitting.
She’s not the cheapest, but she’s among the best. I wouldn’t trust anyone else in my house and with my dog.
She has a website at martinawalks.com
Please take up another cause such as banning the Easter Bunny, or shutting down childrens’ day care centers because you don’t like the sound of happy kids walking down your block.
Your ignorance is beyond astounding. The only explanation can be you were deprived of oxygen during a critical formative period.
I fell sorry for your spouse.
I no longer have a dog, but when I did two years ago, I used Bill, and he was fantastic. My berner Henry really loved him, and Bill was both reliable and very good with his canine wards.
A friend uses Jennifer and thinks very highly of her.
The comment about dogs being unhappy in apartments is too ludicrous to take seriously. Next!
To the person who sent in the email that prompted this thread:
In case this is your first puppy, it’s critically important that the pup receive its full round of vaccines before it’s taken outside. Puppies die each year from Parvo and Leptosperosis and other bacteria and viruses because they are in a vulnerable and uprotected period between the protection they get from mother’s milk until at least 4 rounds of vaccines can almost guarantee they are properrly innoculated.
I can tell you that in the past few years several puppies have died from Parvo and Lepto in the Heights area. It’s very serious.
Many people get puppies at 8-12 weeks of age, but they should not be out of the house until 14-16 weeks. If you hire someone to check in on the puppy while you’re at work, instruct them not to take the puppy out. The housebraking must wait until after 14-16 weeks of age.
wow…………thats some response, well yes to the person with the vaccinations post, i do completely agree, i have had previous dog experience so i do know the deal with puppies. however thanks for the info
i think i am leaning towards the hunargian pair, they seem very up to snub, i have heard rumors about ginger, she lives not to far away from me and people in my place have had bad experiences with her and this just confirms it for me.
thanks for all the advice and please to the Anti-Dog folks, come on some of our doggies are more behaved than most people, yes i will say that i do think dog owners should be more carefull about keeping our street sanitary, maybe the heights blog should start a section specifically for dog owners?
thanks again
@HHR: We’re up for a regular pooch columnist. If anyone is interested let me know webmaster AT brooklynheightsblog.com
Those of us who have dogs or who have grown up with dogs appreciate what immeasurable value they’ve brought to our lives—something dog haters obviously haven’t experienced. A value best expressed by George G. Best, Esq. in his closing argument in the “Old Drum” case:
http://www.milwinkennel.com/poems/FaithfulFriend.htm
You can’t go wrong with Henriette and Czaba! Our dog has so much fun with them and we 100% trust them. They are very personable and professional.
my advice to you IS NOT TO GET A PUPPY WHEN THERE ARE MANY MIX BREED DOGS AVILABLE FOR ADOPTION. ADULT DOGS in need of a home.
The best dogwalker in the heights is Jen Bruno.
She has been walking my dog for over 8 years. Jen is ultra professional and reliable.
She cares for each dog as if it were her own…with affection, playfulness and discipline (when needed).
My dog and I love her! We are fortunate to have her in our lives.
A couple of comments:
1. I’m a dog owner who always picks up after her dog but I’ve noticed a significant increase in un-picked up poop on both Remsen and Pierrepont Streets between Hicks and Montague Terrace/Pierrepont Place. Please pick up – it’s the law and we don’t want to tick our fellow residents off as well (I certainly don’t want to anger End Dogs or Sloppy Stools anymore than they already are!)
2. Check on your dog walker no matter how well referenced and recommended they are. This means drop in unexpectedly when they’re supposed to pick up your dog so you can see they actually are doing that. If you’re in a doorman building, it’s easy to track. Have them sign in and out for the key and you can check on the time. Check with Tom at Perfect Paws about dog walkers – he’s very knowledgeable.
I’ve heard good things about Henriette and Czaba as well as Violet. I use Charlie Gill who usually walks only small dogs. Of course we think he’s the best.
There may be different charges if you want your dog walked solo (which I would recommend for a puppy until he/she has all their shots) or in a group.
Good luck – it’s a great thing to own a dog.
Czaba and Henriette rock!
Henriette and Csaba are without a question the best. They work as a team and will not leave your dog tied up outside by itself while picking up/dropping off other dogs. There is always someone with the dogs.
I heard good things about Charlie and John. Don’t deal with Jennifer (also referred above as the heavyset one) or Ginger. Stay away from Tailored Pet.
Martina housesits my dog when I’m away on business and a few times a week (I mostly work at home and walk the dog most days). She’s excellent and very reliable.
She only does solo walks, or on occasion will take two dogs to the dog park together who know each other. My dog wouldn’t do well in a pack.
can someone provide contact info for henriette & csaba (website, email,number, etc.?) and charlie and any of these other highly recommended walkers?
on a separate note: i’m shocked and disgusted that so many of my neighbors here in that heights simply aren’t even mature enough to keep on topic on a webpost, and instead have to use anonymous monikers to bash others’ lifestyle choices that very minimally interfere with your own, much less helpless animals.
Does anyone know a good dog sitter. I dont like leaving my dog at a pound with hundreds of barking dogs. It freaks him out. We of course want someone reliable and caring in Brooklyn Heights.
Martina lives in the Heights and she does dog sitting. She’s very reliable and caring.
My dog really enjoys the excitement of going the wrong way up one-way streets while being pulled along by a dogwalker on a Vespa.
He also enjoys the tall blond (e) guy who lets him poop on the street.
We use Chris from Dogday Dog Walkers (http://www.dogdaywalkers.com). He is dependable and is great with our large dogs!
Can someone share contact information on Henriette and Csaba please?
Hey – I also am really interested in finding Henriette and Czabo. If someone who knows how to reach them could contact me, on list or off, I would greatly appreciate it.
Thanks!
Actually – it doesnt seem that there is any sort of link to enable people to contact each other from these posts. So, anyone who can help me find the hungarians, my email is: benbop04 AT yahoo dot com. Thanks in advance for any assistance you can provide in reaching this well reviewed team.
Henriette and Czaba can usually be found at the Mansion House (145 Hicks) around 12 noon wkdays. (ask doorman)
Charlie, John, Violet, Martina and Scott have Never been seen tying their ward outside a store while buying coffee, lunch, etc.
Good luck to all folks looking for a reliable, conscientious, Dog-Walker who doesn’t do it as a part-time gig while he/she looks for something better. These folks work full time and care for their charges.
*sorry for the “lecture” I’ve heard Stories from owners and dogwalkers alike that you wouldn’t believe!*
On the surface, Ginger is an attentive and positive-minded walker. That’s probably what attracts clients to her. But having seen her on a daily basis for more than a year, I can say she’s actually an arrogant jerk who refuses to accept responsibility for problems. She may profess to “love” all of “her” dogs, but she thinks she’s the center of the world. She’s a real bitch, and I’d never leave my dog in her care.
I like to put in a word for our new neighborhood all inclusive pet store, Rocco and Jezebel on Pineapple Walk. They are new and owned by a neighborhood married couple and could probably use the new business since they are newly opened. If I am not mistaken, they handle all family pet needs including dog walking and any other thing you could think of when it comes to your dog or cat. We all know they have an excellent reputation for dog grooming, having retained the Tailored Pets tailoring team. I know they can also house dogs when you go on summer vacation. Anyway, they may be worth a call.
http://www.yelp.com/biz/rocco-and-jezebel-brooklyn
Another great dog walker and pet sitter is Christina who runs Barklyn Heights pet care. She is really friendly and easy to work with and most of all she treats my dogs with genuine kindness and affection that I really appreciate. I have used her as a dog sitter a few times also, and I’m pretty sure she takes care of cats too. My dogs Molly and Stella are definitely happier since I started using her and they are better behaved. If you want to contact her, her email is christina@barklynheights.com and she has a website too: http://www.barklynheights.com. I think she only covers Brooklyn Heights and Cobble Hill though.
We used alan from http://www.brooklyndogwalker.com, he was great always reliable, took good care of our boxer, She was much happier after her walks with him.