Supervised Nature Hikes for your dog(s)
in Fairfield (CT) and Westchester (NY) Counties

How do dog nature hikes work?

We pick up your dog(s) at your home;
They’ll join our happy pack for some fun, socialization and exercise in the forest;
Then we bring them back to you safe, happy…and probably exhausted!

Door-to-Door Transport

We’ll set up a schedule that works for you and pick your dog up at home in our comfortable and secure “dog bus”.

Exercise and Socialization

Your dog will join up to a dozen canine “friends” to hike and run through the wilderness with on one of our three large parcels of land…usually off leash.

Videos and Photos

We photograph and video parts of every hike every day. You’ll have access to view/download our fun!

Let’s Train Your Dog!

Improve Behavior, Learn Commands, Lose the Leash!

Everything you need to build the best possible relationship with your dog.

  • “Fear Free” methodology
  • We come to you – where your dog is most comfortable
  • Happier owners AND pets
  • Customized commands of your choice

Discounts apply to recently rescued dogs and puppies.

We know you’ve got questions…here are some answers

How much fun will my dog have?

A ton of fun! Most of our client’s dogs can’t wait to jump into the van after they’ve gotten a couple of hikes under their belt. Some dogs even wait by the door each day waiting to go!

How long has Active Dog LLC been doing dog hiking, walking and boarding?

Active Dog was brought to life in October, 2011 by Eric Bleile with the help of his right hand dog, Tobias.

How do you pick up my dog if I’m not at home?

Most Active Dog clients provide us with one of the following: a hidden key location, an unlocked door or a garage code. Whatever you are most comfortable with.

What if my dog is aggressive with other dogs or people?

We offer a dog training package that could help with this, but if your dog is aggressive with people or other dogs we cannot take them out on group hikes for liability reasons.

Active Dog is by far the best dog walking service and value in the area. The owner and staff are friendly, professional, and extremely easy to work with. 

Our vet recommended that our dog get more exercise. Regular dog walking services are expensive for a short 15-20 minute walk. Active Dog takes the dogs on long hikes allowing the pups to run, play, and get the exercise they need. Our dog gets so excited on his hike days and comes home worn out!!

I highly recommend this company to anyone in the area!!

Eric & his team are the best!! They have changed our 3 dogs lives! They are so excited to go on their adventures!! Eric & his staff are fun, honest and reliable! I love all the posts they share!! Thank you Active Dog for taking such good care of my fur babies!!

Great service! They have taken my dog on many hikes! He is always happy and tired when he is returned home! They have been available last minute to pick up my dog for the times that I haven’t scheduled in advance. Highly recommend!

The very best people to leave your dog with when you go away! Cooper was waiting for us at home, fed and clean and very well exercised! It was so great to be able to see him every day in the photos. Eric and team, if I could give you a million star rating, I would!! Thank you!

Daily Dog Report

We post photos and videos of your dogs every day, in real time…so you can see first hand how much fun we’re having.

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10 hours ago
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A marvelous Monday hike with the A team- Yogi, Cooper P, Stanley, Gretchen, Maisie, Piper, Opal, Joey and Rocco🌲🍂🌳🐕 ... See MoreSee Less

10 hours ago
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Welcome to the pack Winnie!🩷🌷

Winnie has been watching her big brother go off on his hikes for months and now she’s finally old enough to join him! She had so much fun making new friends, running all over the place and sniffing everything she could! We’re so happy to have you in the pack, Winnie!
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Welcome to the pack Winnie!🩷🌷

Winnie has been watching her big brother go off on his hikes for months and now she’s finally old enough to join him! She had so much fun making new friends, running all over the place and sniffing everything she could! We’re so happy to have you in the pack, Winnie!Image attachmentImage attachment
10 hours ago
Active Dog LLC

Welcoming Winnie to the pack today!🩷 Rosie, Winni, Chester, Theo, Webster, Bud, Rodger and Bucky showing her the trails!🌷🐾☀️ ... See MoreSee Less

10 hours ago
Active Dog LLC

What better way to start the week than with some fresh air?! Monday fun with Bosun, Cupcake, Darby, Dazzle, Elliot, Gracie, Hank, Lenny and Sprinkles! 🌳🌱🐛 ... See MoreSee Less

10 hours ago
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We had a birthday pawty out on the trails!
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Macallan, Lucy, Paws, Cooper, Brig, Duke, Rider, Dash, Ozzie and birthday boy, Ryder!!
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11 hours ago
Active Dog LLC

A beautiful day for a hike with Bucatini, Daisy, Hank, Grace, Lucky, Panda, Poppy, Rigatoni, Sierra, Soka, Trixie, Wolfie, and Zipper! 🐶🐾🥾⛰️☀️🐿️ ... See MoreSee Less

11 hours ago
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Starting off the week with tails wagging!!! 🐾🪵🪨☀️

Heres Chunk, Faith, Hope, Pepper, Blitzer, Clyde, Duke, Renzo, and Scout!!!
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11 hours ago
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❗️New Hiker Alert❗️

Warmest welcome to Hank! Hank had a blast on his first hike with us this morning at the Active Dog farm. Hank is a sweet goofy boy who loves everyone, dogs and humans alike. His favorite toys are tug-of-war toys, squeaky toys, and balls of any kind. His family says his goal anytime they're outside is to fit two tennis balls in his mouth at once. We look forward to seeing more of him. Welcome to the pack! ❤️🐶🐾
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❗️New Hiker Alert❗️

Warmest welcome to Hank! Hank had a blast on his first hike with us this morning at the Active Dog farm. Hank is a sweet goofy boy who loves everyone, dogs and humans alike. His favorite toys are tug-of-war toys, squeaky toys, and balls of any kind. His family says his goal anytime theyre outside is to fit two tennis balls in his mouth at once. We look forward to seeing more of him. Welcome to the pack! ❤️🐶🐾Image attachment
12 hours ago
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These pups are zooming into the week! Happy Monday! Zoey, Cosmo, Riggins, Rosie, Teddy, Leo, Molly and Buffy 🐕💨☀️🌿💛💚🌺 ... See MoreSee Less

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