30-45 min
The Quick Rip
A short, efficient outing for puppies, seniors, recovery days or dogs who need a reliable potty break with fresh mountain air.
- Neighborhood walk or mellow trail
- Photo and visit update
- Great between ski runs or work calls
$35
Summit County dog adventures
Tired dogs. Guilt-free humans.
Adventure-first dog walking, trail outings, drop-in visits, overnight in-home pet sitting and overnight drop-in care across Breckenridge, Blue River, Frisco, Dillon, Silverthorne, Summit Cove and Keystone.
1:1 by default. Safety-first handling. Photo updates. Easy booking.
Safety-first routesWeather, wildlife, ice and fitness guide every outing.
Familiar routinesCare built around your pet’s normal home schedule.
Mountain judgmentWe choose the day’s route around real Summit County conditions.
Report cardsPhotos, notes, bathroom updates and route maps after service.
See the day
Safe, happy mountain adventures for Summit County dogs.
From neighborhood loops to trail time, Mountain DAWGS gives dogs the movement, structure and sniff-fueled joy they need while you get clear updates and peace of mind.
What we do
Pet care built for mountain life.
Summit County dogs need more than a sidewalk shuffle. Cats need calm, competent care that keeps their routine intact. From quick walks to overnight care, we keep pets comfortable, safe and happily tired.
60 min
The Classic Loop
The everyday Mountain DAWGS staple: a proper walk or light trail adventure that helps your dog settle back home.
- Easy to moderate route
- Best weekly routine builder
- Great for locals and visitors
$50
90 min
The Sweet Spot
Our most popular adventure window for dogs who need more than a block loop but not a full expedition.
- Trail time when appropriate
- Extra movement and enrichment
- Safety-first route selection
$75
2+ hrs
The Half-Day Hero
A longer adventure for high-energy, trail-ready dogs who were clearly assembled with extra batteries.
- Moderate trail options
- Water and rest breaks
- Best for fit, experienced dogs
$100
Overnight in your home
Overnight In-Home Pet Sitting
Pets are most comfortable with familiar routines. We stay in your home, care for your pets, and clean up after them and ourselves.
- Multiple potty breaks per day
- Morning and evening feeding
- Medications as directed
- Includes a Classic Loop midday walk
- Extra snuggles and play time
- Dogs and cats welcome
$125/night1 dog + $15 each additional animal
Drop-in visit
Drop-In Visits
A quick home visit for potty breaks, feeding, fresh water, medication as directed, and a little attention while you’re away.
- Dogs and cats welcome
- Meals, litter care or potty breaks
- Photo and visit update
$30Starting price
3 visits daily
Overnight Drop-In Care
For independent pets that do well overnight and need reliable meals, potty breaks and a proper midday walk.
- Morning 30-minute visit
- Evening 30-minute visit
- Morning and evening feeding
- Quick neighborhood rip for dogs
- Longer Classic Loop midday
- Best for dogs who can go 12 hours overnight
$90/dayAsk about 3x daily availability
4 visits daily
Overnight Drop-In Plus
Everything included in 3x daily drop-in care, with a late-evening stop before bed so your dog is never alone for more than 9 hours.
- Morning visit
- Classic Loop midday walk
- Evening feeding and quick rip
- Late-evening potty break
- Great for dogs who need a little more coverage
- Dogs and cats welcome
$120/day+ $15 each additional animal
Note: Overnight services are designed around your pet’s normal home routine. Final fit depends on pet needs, medication timing, location, travel time and availability.
Holiday Pricing: A 40% premium applies to all services during designated peak periods.2026–27: Nov 23–29 · Dec 20–27 · Dec 28–Jan 4 · Jan 15–18 · Feb 12–15 · Mar 22–Apr 4 · May 28–31 · Jul 1–7 · Sep 3–6
Safety first
Every walk starts with judgment.
Mountain conditions change quickly. We evaluate trail choice, leash needs, temperature, ice, wildlife, dog fitness and recall expectations before choosing an outing.
We encourage secure harnesses for nervous dogs, visitors and Houdini-adjacent pups. GPS collars can be helpful for added peace of mind, especially on bigger adventures.
What that means in practice
- Most outings are individual.
- Buddy hikes are only considered when dogs are compatible and conditions are safe.
- Off-leash time is request-only, experience-based and GPS-required.
- If the weather or trail turns sketchy, we adjust. No ego hikes.
Where we work
Dog walking and pet sitting across Summit County.
Local care for homes, condos, rentals and vacation stays in Breckenridge, Blue River, Frisco, Dillon, Silverthorne, Summit Cove and Keystone.
Breckenridge
Downtown walks, south-end trailheads, Blue River homes and dog-friendly mountain routes.
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Frisco
Main Street, Rainbow Lake, Meadow Creek, the Peninsula and Lake Dillon.
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Lake views, Blue River paths, mellow preserve walks and hillside hikes.
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Summit Cove & Keystone
Neighborhood trail access, Soda Creek, Keystone paths and family-friendly outings.
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About us
Local mountain care for dogs who need more than a rushed sidewalk lap.
Mountain DAWGS was created for Summit County pets who need real movement, thoughtful handling and care that fits mountain life. Some days call for a proper trail romp. Other days call for a mellow sniffari, a careful potty break or keeping everyone cozy at home.
For drop-ins and overnight stays, we also care for cats, because mountain cats deserve food, litter care, fresh water, medication support when appropriate, and a calm human who respects the tiny household monarch.
FAQ
Common questions before the leash comes out.
Quick answers for locals, visitors and pets who believe every human sentence means “walk.”
Do you offer overnight pet sitting?
Yes. Our overnight in-home pet sitting keeps pets in their familiar home environment. We stay overnight, follow your pet’s routine, provide multiple potty breaks, handle morning and evening feeding, give medications as directed, include a Classic Loop midday walk for dogs, and clean up after pets and ourselves.
Do you offer regular drop-in visits?
Yes. Drop-In Visits start at $30 and can include potty breaks, feeding, fresh water, litter care, medication as directed, a home check, and a quick dose of attention.
What is the difference between overnight pet sitting and overnight drop-ins?
With overnight in-home pet sitting, we stay in your home. With overnight drop-ins, we visit several times per day for pets that are independent and comfortable being alone overnight. The 3x daily option is best for dogs that can go 12 hours overnight. The 4x daily option adds a late-evening visit so dogs are never alone for more than 9 hours.
Do you care for cats?
Yes. Dogs and cats are welcome for overnight in-home pet sitting and drop-in care. Cat care can include feeding, fresh water, litter care, medication support when directed, and calm check-ins.
Do you do group walks or buddy hikes?
Most outings are individual. Small buddy hikes may be available only when dogs are compatible, the route makes sense and conditions are safe.
Do you walk dogs off-leash?
Off-leash time is only available on request, after we have experience with the dog, have deemed them a good candidate and they are wearing a GPS collar. If conditions change, we leash up, no debate.
Do you care for dogs with special needs?
Yes. We love all pets and have accommodated old dogs, deaf dogs, tripawds, and reactive dogs.
Do you accept puppies and senior dogs?
Yes. We tailor outings to age and ability. Puppies often do best with shorter, structured adventures, while seniors benefit from gentler routes, slower pacing and extra breaks.
Will I get updates after the walk?
Yes. Through our app, you receive a report card after each outing with photos, notes on energy level, behavior, bathroom breaks and a route map.
How do I book, and how far in advance?
Book online or call us directly. We recommend 48 to 72 hours notice, and earlier for weekends, holidays and peak vacation periods.
What is your cancellation and reschedule policy?
Please cancel or reschedule at least 24 hours in advance. Late cancellations are charged as a full visit since outings are one-on-one and capacity is limited. If weather makes conditions unsafe, we will contact you to cancel, reschedule or make other arrangements.
What vaccines or preventatives do you require?
Rabies vaccination is required before service. In Summit County, we also recommend DAP and Lepto because of stream-and-pond adventures, plus heartworm and flea/tick prevention.
How do you handle keys, entry and home security?
We store entry details securely in our scheduling system, and access is limited to Mountain DAWGS owners and your Adventure Guide on the day of service.
★★★★★
“The owner is the one person I absolutely trust with my dogs. He is incredibly responsible and a dog person who volunteers (a lot!) of his time helping animals.…”
Joy Wobido · Google Review
★★★★★
“Very reliable, consistent visit schedule, and gave our pup lots of attention and activity. Thoughtful and responsible when it comes to getting to know the pup and keeping them safe.…”
Kate Sanford · Google Review
★★★★★
“Greg promptly responded to my inquiry and took good care of our pets while we were away. He took the dogs on walks, shared photos and updated as needed.…”
Patty Miner · Google Review
★★★★★
“Greg was great, took dogs for long walkss every day and even got our problem child cat to take his meds!”
Tara Keefer · Google Review
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