Small-group adventure walks for happier, more balanced dogs.
Enrichment-led Wellington dog walking
Every outing is set up to build confidence, sharpen their read on the world around them, and keep things fun and social – adding up to an adventure walk that your dog will love and look forward to.
A better way to walk
Wellington dogs deserve a proper adventure - the kind where they come home tired, happy, fulfilled and ready for a good lie-down. Art of the Pack brings training and exploring together out on the trails. Whether it's bush tracks, long grass, or a stretch of beach, your dog gets to thrive out in the real world, while learning how to do it well. Because these walks make the most of off-leash freedom, dogs come in with the basics already there - a recall you can count on, and enough manners to stay polite around other dogs. From there we build: walking without dragging you along, staying cool around life's distractions, managing impulses, and growing real confidence. When it's time to roam, they get to run through the forest, chase down all the good smells, play on the beach with their mates and make the most of wherever the track takes us.
Running with the pack
When your dog's with me, they're not just another dog for the day - they become part of our tight-knit pack, and make meaningful friendships along the way. I take the time to get to know who they really are, what makes them tick, their quirks, what they enjoy (and what they find tough!) so I can help them be their best. They get the same love and care I'd give my own two, and I match them up with the right mates so they feel safe and settled. It's all about building a real bond and friendships - so every dog feels understood, looked after, and knows how to be a solid member of the pack.
"Jake has been brilliant with our dogs. They love the social aspect of the pack walks and always come back happy and tuckered out. The adventure days are the best! It's great knowing exactly what's happening on the day and communication is excellent."
Rob Davies - Aro Valley
How the walks are run
I keep the pack sizes small on purpose - it means I can stay switched on, pick up on what's going on early, and make sure every dog's safe, engaged, and actually getting something out of the walk. Groups are put together based on temperament and energy, building toward a calm, friendly vibe that grows into confidence and off-leash fun over time. The goal's simple: dogs come home tired, mentally chuffed, happy, and a bit more settled in themselves.
"Jake has made an amazing impact on Minnie and our life. Minnie is now much more settled and always happy when she gets home!"
Martha Williams - Mornington
Consistent leadership
One thing that never changes is who’s with your dog. It’s me on every walk - building the relationship, getting to know them properly over time, and offering the kind of calm, consistent leadership that helps them feel safe, settled and understood. Your dog’s always with a familiar face they trust, and that consistency makes a real difference. They settle in quicker, trust builds the way it should, and the outing becomes a predictable highlight of their day that they look forward to.
Service area
I provide a dedicated mid-morning pack walk for dogs based in the Southern and Western hills of Wellington. By focusing on our home turf, I ensure that the pack spends minimal time in transit and maximum time out on the trails. I currently provide pick-up and drop-off services in:
Brooklyn & Mornington | Vogeltown & Kingston | Highbury | Kowhai Park & Aro Valley | Te Aro Fringe | Mt Cook | Berhampore & Newtown | Island Bay, Ōwhiro Bay & Houghton Bay
Extended service area: located slightly outside our core neighborhood boundaries? I can sometimes accommodate wider Wellington requests upon request for a flat +$10 travel surcharge per day.
Registrations for 2026 are now open.
I’d love to meet your dog! If you’re after a reliable, friendly, and caring dog walker I’m here to help.
Registrations for 2026 are now open.
I’d love to meet your dog! If you’re after a reliable, friendly, and caring dog walker I’m here to help.