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Structured Pack Hikes & Trusted Pet Care

Small-group adventures, daily walks, and in-home care designed for safety, enrichment, and consistency.

Trusted by Local Dog Owners

After years if building relationships and trust with some of the greatest people in the New London, Groton, Waterford, Mystic, Niantic, and Old Lyme areas.

1000+
Care Visits

Consistent walks, hikes, and in-home care.

500+
Pack Hikes

Structured, small-group hikes across local trails.

20+
Pack Members

Matched by temperament and energy level.

How It Works

A straightforward process built around safety, consistency, and your dog’s needs.

Step 1: Apply

Share your dog’s routine, temperament, and needs so we can determine the right fit.

We review energy level, social comfort, handling needs, and availability. This allows us to confirm whether pack hikes are appropriate or if another service will better support your dog.

Step 2: Meet & Greet

An in-person introduction to confirm comfort, expectations, and logistics.

We observe leash manners, temperament, and handling comfort while answering questions. This step ensures alignment before moving forward.

Step 3: Onboarding & Records

Everything we need to provide consistent, safe care.

You’ll join our app, add emergency contacts, and upload vaccination and health records so care remains organized, responsible, and compliant.

Step 4: First Pack Hike

A structured introduction with the right group and pacing.

Your dog’s first hike is intentional and supervised, with careful pack placement led alongside Zoey to support calm engagement and positive group dynamics.

Step 5: Ongoing Care & Updates

Clear communication and dependable routines.

You’ll enjoy live GPS, photos, reports, and reliable scheduling for every visit. Over time, dogs benefit from structure, familiarity, and safer pack relationships giving you lasting peace of mind.

WHAT HAPPY CLIENTS SAY

Tom is a caring and committed professional. He takes care of my girl Blanche every day, and she’s a happier and healthier dog for it. Tom communicates very well with all of his customers and he’s always there when he says he’s going to be. He shows up on time every morning to take my dog for a pack hike and she absolutely loves it!
– Wiggins' Dad
Tom is a caring and committed professional. He takes care of my girl Blanche every day, and she’s a happier and healthier dog for it. Tom communicates very well with all of his customers and he’s always there when he says he’s going to be. He shows up on time every morning to take my dog for a pack hike and she absolutely loves it!
– Blanche's Mom
I recommend Tom’s dogs whole heartedly! Best experience for my 8 year old French bulldog!! So blessed to have this apart of our weekly routine. I work 12 hours days as a nurse and having him come and take Lou on hikes is the best experience for me; it is awesome to be able to have the support and help on the long days... Read full review.
– Lou's Mom
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Built around structure, safety, and real-world handling.

Tom’s Dogs is an owner-operated dog care service focused on structured pack hikes, consistent routines, and thoughtful matching. Every dog is evaluated for temperament, energy level, and fit so packs stay balanced and dogs stay safe.This isn’t a volume-based operation. Pack sizes are intentionally capped, schedules are predictable, and care is selective by design. Dogs benefit from familiar handling, time outdoors, and a routine they can rely on week after week.With years of hands-on experience managing group dynamics on trails and in real environments, Tom’s Dogs prioritizes calm leadership, clear communication, and proactive handling. The goal is simple: confident dogs, well-matched packs, and peace of mind for owners.Think your dog might be a good fit? Apply to join the pack and we’ll take it from there.

Pack Memberships

Choose a weekly rhythm that works for. We match your dog to the right pack and take care of the rest.

$50200
Scout
Flexible Entry Tier
$50200/wk/mo
14Pack Hikes/WeekPack Hikes/Month
Plan
  • Additional Pack Hikes: $45
  • Dog Walks: $30
  • Daycare: $120
  • Boarding: $150/night
  • House Sitting: $175/night
$125500
Tracker
Most Popular Plan
$125500/wk/mo
312Pack Hikes/WeekPack Hikes/Month
Plan
  • Additional Pack Hikes: $40
  • Dog Walks: $25
  • Daycare: $100
  • Boarding: $125/night
  • House Sitting: $150/night
$200800
Pathfinder
Elite Membership
$200800/wk/mo
520Pack Hikes/WeekPack Hikes/Month
Plan
  • Additional Pack Hikes: $35
  • Dog Walks: $20
  • Daycare: $80
  • Boarding: $100/night
  • House Sitting: $125/night

Not sure which tier fits? View Membership Details.

Apply to Join the pack

Fill out and submit the form below to get in touch with Tom and get your dog's pack hiking journey on the trail.

Pricing Details

A straightforward, set it and forget it process, built around convenience and and intentionally sturctured to motivate pawrents to spoil their furry family members.

Pricing Philosophy

Thoughtfully structured pricing — built around quality, safety, and care

Our pricing reflects the level of planning, structure, and responsibility that goes into every service — not just the time on the clock. We prioritize calm pack dynamics, safer adventures, and consistent, reliable care so your dog gets the best experience (every time).

A different model than traditional dog services

We’re not built for volume. We’re built for outcomes: safer group dynamics, better structure, and real enrichment.

  • Smaller, carefully matched packs
  • Consistent routines and dependable scheduling
  • Outdoor enrichment (not rushed laps)

What your membership supports behind the scenes

Quality care requires real systems and investment — so we can stay reliable, safe, and consistent without cutting corners.

  • Safe, climate-controlled transportation
  • Premium handling and safety equipment
  • Proactive pack management and supervision

Bottom line: our pricing supports a sustainable, high-standard experience — calm structure, safe adventures, and dogs who come home fulfilled.

$50200
Scout
Flexible Entry Tier
$50200/wk/mo
14Pack Hikes/WeekPack Hikes/Month
Plan
  • Additional Pack Hikes: $45
  • Dog Walks: $30
  • Daycare: $120
  • Boarding: $150/night
  • House Sitting: $175/night
$125500
Tracker
Most Popular Plan
$125500/wk/mo
312Pack Hikes/WeekPack Hikes/Month
Plan
  • Additional Pack Hikes: $40
  • Dog Walks: $25
  • Daycare: $100
  • Boarding: $125/night
  • House Sitting: $150/night
$200800
Pathfinder
Elite Membership
$200800/wk/mo
520Pack Hikes/WeekPack Hikes/Month
Plan
  • Additional Pack Hikes: $35
  • Dog Walks: $20
  • Daycare: $80
  • Boarding: $100/night
  • House Sitting: $125/night