About 60 active trail minutes
$40
Pack Hike
Pickup, safe transportation, an on-leash small-group trail hike, water, GPS, photos, and a clear report.
Explore pack hike $20 extra pet
New London County's structured trail care
Better days start on the trail.
Small-group pack hikes, dog walking, and in-home care built around the dog in front of us—not the easiest slot on the schedule.
Small-group, on leashstructured trail care
Founder-led matchingfit before convenience
GPS + real reportsroute, media + useful notes
Insured + PetSaver certifiedprofessional coverage + emergency care
After every outing
You should know how their day actually went.
GPS routeSee where the outing happened.
Real photosSee your dog in the moment.
Clear reportRead the useful details, not filler.
A real day on the trail
See how the outing actually went.
Open a real Walkies report with the route, timing, photos, and the details we send after care.
Real Walkies reportCandlewood Ridge pack adventure
A long morning outing with six dogs moving, exploring, and checking in together along the trail.
- 6 dogs
- 1 hr 17 min
- 2.1 miles
- GPS + media
Actual GPS routeThe Tom's Dogs matching method
Five variables. One steadier pack.
Size is visible. Chemistry is not. Every group decision considers how a dog moves, responds, communicates, and recovers—not merely whether two dogs look compatible in a photograph.
- 01Social comfort
How the dog reads space, pressure, novelty, and other dogs.
- 02Pace + stamina
The amount and rhythm of movement they can handle well.
- 03Leash skills
Handling needs, pulling, transitions, and responsiveness.
- 04Play + prey drive
What excites them, what escalates them, and what helps them settle.
- 05Recovery
How quickly they regain composure after stimulation or stress.
Our recommendationPack hike, solo care, or a gradual introduction.
The right start matters more than filling a spot.
Ways we can help
The right care for this dog, this day.
30-minute structured walk
$25
Neighborhood Walk
Calm leash handling close to home, offered solo or with a compatible walking partner when that is the better fit.
Explore neighborhood walk $10 extra pet
20-minute drop-in
$20
Home Visit
Potty break, food, fresh water, instructed medication, basic cleanup, photos, and a visit report.
Explore home visit $10 extra pet
Pathfinder clients only
$150/night
Home Sitting
Overnight care in your home so pets can keep the routine, environment, and comforts they already know.
The Tom's Dogs safety standard
Safety is a system, not a slogan.
Good judgment begins before pickup and continues after drop-off. Group fit, weather, terrain, equipment, movement, hydration, and honest reporting all shape the day.
- 01Beforefit, health, weather + route
- 02Duringhandling, pace, water + recovery
- 03Afterroute, media, report + anything relevant
Starting care
Simple, thoughtful, honest.
- 01Website
Tell us about your dog
Share the details once through a clear, guided form.
- 02Tom's Dogs
Receive an honest recommendation
We assess fit and recommend the safest place to begin.
- 03Walkies
Everything stays connected
Book care, message us, pay, and receive GPS reports in one familiar app.
Client words
Trusted because the details matter.
“Tom took a thoughtful, gradual approach, starting one-on-one and slowly introducing her to a small, balanced pack.”
“They make sure each dog is compatible and get the best experience everyday.”
“Tom is a master pack walker and gets our dog out rain or shine to enjoy her life, stay active, and socialize with other dogs.”
Close to home
Dog care across New London County.
Based in New London and serving shoreline and inland communities across southeastern Connecticut. Availability depends on the service, route, schedule, and a good operational fit.
New London · Waterford · Groton · Niantic · East Lyme · Old Lyme · Mystic
Check your area
New clients
Let’s find the right place to start.
Tell us about your dog, your location, and the care you need. We’ll be honest about fit and recommend the safest next step.