Shirley Voigt

Dog Handler and Trainer for Dallas and Pals since 2015

Greetings! Before reading below about how my skills and education can ease your mind while providing your dog with exercise and socialization, I’d love to share a few things to help you get a sense of who I am away from my work.

I am a native Washingtonian who grew up with dogs and a cat. I’ve been caring for animals for years, though not professionally until I joined Dallas and Pals. I love spending my spare time (ha! I also work weekends for Domino’s Pizza and attend the UW) hiking the beautiful trails in the Cascades with my Newfoundland, Koda. The wonderful mountains in our state turned me into an avid snowboarder who competed in nationals. When I’m not spending my time outdoors, I enjoy another of my favorite things, Harry Potter. . . anything Harry Potter.

Time for my qualifications:

EDUCATION
Certificate Pet CPR and First Aid, American Red Cross 2006 – current
Animal Behavior Certification course, University of Washington 2019 – current
Certified Ski and Snowboard Instructor 2005 – 2019
Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, University of Washington 2015
Graduate Basic Obedience, Pawsabilities 2009

VOLUNTEERISM
DOGS (Dogs of Grandview Supporters) Photographer’s Assistant for holiday photo events at Grandview Dog Park 2015 – current
DOGS (Dogs of Grandview Supporters) work party attendee at Grandview Dog Park 2015 – current
Meet-up Group organizer and manager for Newfoundland’s 2018

ASSOCIATIONS
Member of National Association of Dog Walkers – www.NationalDogWalkers.com 2010 – current
Member of Pet Sitters Associates (PSA) – www.petsitllc.com 2005 – current
Member of the ASPCA 2009 – current

Relax and let us do the dog walking for you.