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# Paws Around Motown: Oakland County’s Dog Walking, Dog Training, and Pet Sitting Professionals



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## Posts
- [Why Won’t Your Puppy Stop Pulling on the Leash?](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/puppy-training-west-bloomfield/): Looking for puppy training West Bloomfield pet parents actually trust? Every walk turns into a tug-of-war. Your puppy lunges at a squirrel, drags you toward another dog, and by the time you get home your arm is sore and your puppy is still wound up. It feels like a training failure. It is usually something much simpler: nobody has ever taught your puppy what a loose leash actually feels like.
- [Is Your West Bloomfield Dog Really Getting Walked?](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/midday-dog-walker-west-bloomfield/): Looking for a reliable midday dog walker West Bloomfield pet parents trust? A big backyard and a dog door feel like exercise. For most dogs, they are not. A dog with free run of a fenced yard in West Bloomfield still spends most of the day standing at the window, not moving with any purpose, and the difference shows up as pacing, barking at nothing, or a 6pm zoomie session that wrecks the living room.
- [Is Doggy Daycare Hurting Your Bloomfield Hills Dog?](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/dog-daycare-alternative-bloomfield-hills/): Quick Answer: Dog daycare five days a week is too much for most dogs. Daycare itself is not the problem. For a young, social, confident dog, a day or two a week can be great. The problem is using it as a five-day default, because all-day group play keeps a dog's stress hormones elevated and never gives the nervous system a chance to come down. If your dog comes home wired instead of tired, sleeps badly, or is getting more reactive rather than less, the schedule is likely working against you. The dog daycare alternative Bloomfield Hills families are switching to is simpler: a private midday walk, real rest at home, and enrichment that uses the nose instead of the adrenaline.
- [How Much Does a Dog Walker Really Cost in Bloomfield Hills?](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/dog-walking-cost-bloomfield-hills/): You called around for a dog walker in Bloomfield Hills, got three quotes, and they came back as three completely different numbers. One was fifteen dollars. One was thirty. One was over forty. That is the reality of dog walking cost Bloomfield Hills pet parents run into: same neighborhood, same thirty-minute walk, wildly different prices. So which one is right, and what on earth are you actually paying for?
- [Is In-Home Dog Training Worth It in Royal Oak?](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/in-home-dog-training-royal-oak/): In-home dog training Royal Oak families choose when group classes fall short, plus how it works, what it really costs to weigh, and who it's right for.
- [Which Royal Oak Trails Will Actually Tire Your Dog Out?](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/dog-walking-trails-royal-oak/): Best dog walking trails Royal Oak dog owners rely on, plus why distance alone won't tire your dog out and what a structured enrichment walk does better.
- [Need a Force-Free Dog Trainer in Birmingham, MI?](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/force-free-dog-trainer-in-birmingham-mi/): Looking for a force-free dog trainer in Birmingham, MI? Becky Lea, CPDT-KA, leads PAM's in-home training + dog walking team. Triple-certified since 2014.
- [Why Birmingham Pet Parents Skip Daycare for Midday Walks](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/midday-dog-walks-in-birmingham-mi/): Midday dog walks in Birmingham, MI are the smart alternative to daycare overload. The cortisol math, the behavior signs, and why pet parents are switching.
- [Why Crate Training Benefits Dogs: Debunking Common Myths | Paws Around Motown](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/why-crate-training-benefits-dogs-debunking-common-myths-paws-around-motown/): Yes — when introduced correctly, crate training is one of the kindest things you can do for your dog. At Paws Around Motown, both Becky and Megan are CPDT-KA certified trainers who introduce crates through positive reinforcement only. No force. No rushing. The crate becomes the dog's safe space on their own timeline, built through reward, repetition, and trust.
- [Dog Walking Prices in Troy Michigan: What Every Pet Owner Should Know](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/dog-walking-prices-in-troy-michigan-what-every-pet-owner-should-know/): Quick Answer: Dog walking prices in Troy, Michigan usually run $15 to $40 for a 30 minute walk and $30 to $60 for a full hour, which lines up with the national range. The actual quote you get depends on walk length, the walker's certifications, insurance, what is included in the outing, and how often you book. At Paws Around Motown, we run private 30 and 45 minute walks for Troy households, plus longer outings like our 45 to 60 minute Sniffari scent walk and our roughly two hour Trail Hike. We have walked Oakland County dogs since 2014. Becky Lea (CPDT-KA, Certified Shelter Dog Trainer) leads our team. Every walker on staff is Pet First Aid and CPR certified, force-free, and bonded and insured.
- [How Much Does Dog Walking Cost in Royal Oak, Michigan?](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/how-much-does-dog-walking-cost-in-royal-oak-michigan/): Paws Around Motown charges $40 per 30-minute walk on a recurring schedule, or $55 for a single visit. A 45-minute walk is $50 recurring or $65 as a one-time visit. A 60-minute walk runs $60 recurring or $75 for a one-time booking. There is no multi-pet upcharge. Every walk is GPS-tracked with a post-walk report. Becky Lea, owner and CPDT-KA certified trainer, has led the Royal Oak team since 2014. Paws Around Motown is fully bonded and insured, background-checked, and backs every booking with a never-cancel guarantee.
- [Questions to Ask a Dog Walker in Royal Oak Before You Hire Them](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/questions-to-ask-a-dog-walker-in-royal-oak-before-you-hire-them/): Quick Answer: The questions to ask a dog walker in Royal Oak boil down to ten that actually predict the outcome: are you bonded and insured, what is your emergency protocol, what training methods do you use, will my dog walk solo or in a group, will the same walker come every visit, who is the backup, what is included in a visit, do you administer medication, how do you communicate after a walk, and how is my key stored. At Paws Around Motown, we have answered these for Royal Oak households since 2014. Becky Lea (CPDT-KA, Certified Shelter Dog Trainer) leads the team. Every walker on staff is Pet First Aid and CPR certified, force-free, bonded, and insured.

## Pages
- [Birmingham MI](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/birmingham-mi/): Triple-certified, vet-endorsed pet care for Birmingham pet parents since 2014. One household at a time, never a group walk.
- [Kaitlin](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/kaitlin/): Kaitlin brings empathy, attentiveness, and a beautifully intuitive presence to her work at Paws Around Motown. She has been caring for PAM pets since June 2025, and while her professional background is rooted in music and dance, those disciplines have shaped her into a remarkably observant and emotionally attuned caregiver. Years of practicing and performing have sharpened her ability to notice subtle details—body language, energy shifts, emotional cues—which translate seamlessly into reading and responding to the needs of the animals she works with.
- [Lexi](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/lexi/): Lexi brings a deep academic foundation and hands-on animal care experience to the Paws Around Motown team. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science from Michigan State University, where she completed extensive coursework in animal anatomy and physiology, behavior, ethics, reproduction, nutrition, and genetics. Her professional background includes years of experience working with horses, including training, as well as two summers assisting veterinarians in a small animal clinic, supporting both clinical and surgical care for dogs and cats. She is also Pet CPR & First Aid certified, ensuring she approaches every visit with preparedness and confidence.
- [Madi](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/madi/): Madi brings a rare blend of hands-on experience, behavioral insight, and deep emotional connection to her work with animals. Before joining Paws Around Motown, she spent two years in the pet retail world, gaining extensive knowledge in pet nutrition and care for a wide variety of species. She later served as a Team Lead and Enrichment Specialist in dog boarding, where she learned to confidently support animals with all kinds of temperaments, from gentle seniors to high-energy pups and sensitive pets that need a softer touch.
- [Bella](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/bella/): Bella brings a warm, intuitive approach to pet care that immediately resonates with both animals and their humans. Before joining Paws Around Motown, she spent years caring for pets for friends, family, and long-term clients—experiences that helped her develop a calm, confident handling style. Since joining PAM, she’s completed our Pet First Aid/CPR and Animal Behavior Foundations courses, strengthening her ability to read subtle body-language cues and support animals with empathy and skill.
- [Fabian](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/fabian/): Fabian brings heart, focus, and a behavior-savvy mindset to every visit. Working with animals has been his lifelong dream — from growing up with pets to volunteering at shelters, to now pursuing his degree as a veterinary technician. His ultimate goal? Helping rehabilitate wild animals. But in the meantime, he’s making a huge impact right here, one beloved pet at a time.
- [Drew](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/drew/): Drew brings patience, intuition, and a deep love for connection to every visit. Growing up, their home was always full of animals — not by accident, but by necessity. For Drew, a house without pets simply isn’t complete. What started as helping with family pets and walking dogs around the neighborhood eventually grew into a professional calling once they moved to Rochester for school. Since then, Drew’s never looked back — because working with animals isn’t just a job; it’s pure joy.
- [Casey](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/casey/): Casey is the kind of person dogs gravitate toward — not just because of the treats in her pocket, but because she radiates calm confidence. With a background in biology and animal behavior, she brings a thoughtful, science-backed approach to every visit, walk, or training moment.
- [Bobby](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/bobby/): Bobby brings structure, presence, and reliability to every visit. With a background in both customer service and hands-on pet care, he knows how to earn trust — both from people and their pets. Calm, thoughtful, and always one step ahead, Bobby is the kind of teammate who quietly makes everything better.
- [Nia](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/nia/): Nia brings calm presence, keen observation skills, and a big heart to every visit. Her journey into pet care started at a pet hotel, where she quickly realized that no two animals are alike — and that building trust means tuning into each pet’s unique vibe. Since then, she’s made it her mission to create safe, respectful, and connection-filled experiences for every animal she cares for.
- [Erica](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/erica/): Erica brings joy, presence, and a whole lot of heart to every visit. Raised in a rescue-loving household, she grew up bottle-feeding baby squirrels and learning to care deeply for animals of all shapes and sizes. That early compassion turned into a lifelong passion — and now, as a Pet Care Technician, Erica combines her natural empathy with thoughtful structure and a touch of musical flair. (Yes, she sings to the dogs. And yes, it’s adorable.)
- [Steph](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/steph/): Steph brings joy, agility (literally), and a whole lot of dog love to every visit. With 15 years of experience in dog sports — including international competitions and agility championships — she knows her way around pups of all personalities. But despite her pro-level skills, Steph’s favorite thing is simple: hanging out with dogs and making their walks the best part of their day.
- [Linda](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/linda/): Linda brings heart, reassurance, and a deeply nurturing presence to every visit. After losing her beloved dog a few years ago, she felt a huge absence — one that led her straight to Paws Around Motown, where she found a new way to fill her days with love, tail wags, and purpose. Now, as a trusted member of our care team, Linda is all about giving pets the same comfort and affection she once shared with her own.
- [Dawn](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/dawn/): After retiring from a long career, Dawn was looking for something meaningful, fun, and a little bit challenging — and she found it in pet care. Now, as one of our trusted technicians, she brings quiet confidence, consistency, and genuine heart to every visit. With her calm demeanor and gentle voice, Dawn has a knack for earning the trust of even the shyest pets (especially those hard-to-coax cats).
- [Maria](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/maria/): Maria brings heart, patience, and a calming presence to every visit — and animals feel it. Whether she’s supporting a reactive pup, caring for a medically complex pet, or helping a shy dog open up over time, Maria shows up with kindness and intention. Her ability to build trust — especially with pets who’ve been through a lot — is just one of the many things that makes her such a valued member of our team.
- [Sandy](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/sandy/): Sandy’s the kind of person who makes shy dogs feel seen and sensitive pets feel safe. She started her journey at a dog wash — elbow-deep in bubbles and wagging tails — and quickly realized that caring for animals wasn’t just fun, it was fulfilling. Now, with years of experience and a heart full of purpose, she’s one of our go-to pros for behavior-savvy, heart-led care.
- [Nick](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/nick/): Nick is the kind of teammate you want in your corner — calm under pressure, fiercely dependable, and deeply respectful of every animal he cares for. Before joining Paws Around Motown, he spent years tending to local community cat colonies, doing TNR, and building trust one slow blink at a time. That grassroots compassion now carries into everything he does, from pet sitting to mentoring new techs.
- [Erin](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/erin/): Erin Erin Team Leader Erin is a lifelong animal lover with a deep passion for behavior, communication, and compassionate care. With four years of hands-on experience and a growing background in enrichment and training, she brings a thoughtful, heart-led approach to her work. She’s Pet Care Certified and Pet First Aid & CPR certified, with specialized training in behavior support, positive reinforcement, and pet wellness. Whether she’s helping a nervous pup build confidence, supporting a shy cat through a new routine, or mentoring teammates in reading body language, Erin is all about building trust — slowly, kindly, and with purpose. Her favorite moments are the quiet breakthroughs — when a dog wags a little sooner or a once-wary pet leans in for affection. Erin believes every animal deserves to feel safe, happy, and seen. And she’s here to help make that happen, one tail wag at a time.
- [Caroline](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/caroline/): Caroline brings a warm, grounded presence to every visit. With years of experience in both pet care and early childhood education, she understands what it means to care with patience, empathy, and structure — whether she’s working with a shy pup or a house full of excitable pets.
- [Val Operations Manager](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/val-operations-manager/): Val is the kind of teammate every pet — and pet parent — hopes for: grounded, experienced, and full of heart. She’s been part of Paws Around Motown since the early days, weaving her calm, capable energy into everything from field visits to behind-the-scenes logistics. With 15+ years of experience in pet care (and nearly a decade with Paws), Val brings serious know-how to the table — along with deep compassion and a quiet leadership style that makes everyone feel supported.
- [Megan](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/megan/): Megan is our resident behavior nerd — and we say that with love. With more than a decade of experience in dog training, shelter support, and behavior consulting, Megan brings serious expertise wrapped in warmth, humor, and real-talk honesty.
- [Becky Lea](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/becky-lea/): Becky built Paws Around Motown from the ground up — with a leash in one hand and a whole lot of heart in the other. After a long career in retail management left her burnt out and unfulfilled, her husband asked a simple but life-changing question: “What brings you joy?” The answer was easy — dogs.
- [Blog](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/blog/): Becky LeaJuly 23, 2025
- [Dog Walking](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/dog-walking/): Our dog walking services are structured, relationship-based visits designed to support your dog’s daily rhythm — not rushed laps around the block.
- [Contact](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/contact/): Got questions, wag-worthy stories, or a dog who just ate your sock? We’re all ears — drop us a line and let’s make some pet care magic happen.
- [Adventure Services](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/adventure-services/): (45–60 Minutes)
- [Dog Training](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/dog-training/): We See You.
- [Pet Sitting](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/pet-sitting/): Our pet sitting services are designed for pets who need more than a quick check-in. These visits include full care routines, attention to detail, and the time needed to do the job properly.
- [Services](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/services/): Our core? Dog walking, training, and adventure services that meet pets where they are and help them thrive.
- [Employment](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/employment/): At Paws Around Motown, we’re more than just dog walkers and pet sitters — we’re behavior nerds, enrichment geeks, and the kind of people who leave love notes in your pet’s report. We care hard, work smart, and lead with heart every single day.
- [FAQ](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/faq/): Because curious pet parents are our kind of people.
- [Service Area](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/service-area/): Oakland County Service Area Areas we Service in Oakland County Berkley 48072 Beverly Hills 48025 Bingham Farms 48025 Birmingham 48009, 48012 Bloomfield Hills 48303, 48304 Bloomfield Twp 48009, 48025, 48301, 48302, 48304, 48320 Clawson 48017 Farmington 48332, 48335, 48336 Farmington Hills 48167, 48331, 48333, 48334, 48335, 48336, 48375 Ferndale 48069, 48220 Franklin 48025 Hazel Park 48030 Huntington Woods 48070 Lathrup Village 48076 Madison Heights 48071 Oak Park 48237 Pleasant Ridge 48069 Royal Oak 48067, 48068, 48069, 48071, 48073 Southfield 48033, 48075, 48076 Troy 48083, 48084, 48085 West Bloomfield 48302, 48320, 48322, 48323, 48324,48325, 48328 Our Service Area
- [About](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/about/): We’re always on the lookout for kind-hearted, animal-obsessed humans who take pet care seriously — and themselves, not so much. If you believe enrichment is essential, scooping litter is an act of love, and that every tail wag is worth celebrating, you might be one of us.
- [Home](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/): Bonded and insured professional
- [Privacy Policy](https://pawsaroundmotown.com/privacy-policy/): Our website address is: https://pawsaroundmotown.com