A Glimpse Into What We Do!
Tonya’s Tails & Trails is a professional pet care company located in Cambridge, Ontario, specializing in dog walking, dog sitting, and drop-in visits for a variety of pets. With a focus on providing personalized care, we offer solo dog walks tailored to each dog’s unique needs, ensuring a positive, stress-free experience for both the pet and the owner. Our services are designed to give pet owners peace of mind, knowing their furry friends are receiving the attention, care, and exercise they deserve.
At Tonya’s Tails & Trails, we prioritize reliability, good communication, and trust. Our team is committed to providing compassionate, professional care that focuses on the well-being of every pet we care for. Whether it’s a daily walk, an overnight stay, or a drop-in visit, we are dedicated to making sure each pet is happy, safe, and well cared for in their own familiar environment.
Serving the Cambridge community, Tonya’s Tails & Trails is your trusted partner in keeping your pets active, healthy, and content while you’re away.
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About Us
High quality care for your pets
At Tonya's Tails and Trails we understand that your pet is part of the family and we plan to treat them like they are part of ours. We want to build strong relationships with all of our 4-legged and 2-legged clients.
We strive to provide quality service by being reliable, dependable, understanding and flexible. We believe that communication is key and will provide you with updates while your pet is in our care. Tell us exactly how you want your pet(s) cared for and how we can provide the highest quality of service and we will do just that.
We are always prepared for any pet's needs and ensure that your pet will receive the best care and love. Their happiness, safety and well-being is our top priority.
About The Owner
Tonya has had a huge passion for dogs and other animals since she was young living with many types of household pets including dogs, cats, guinea pigs and other small animals! While she completed a University and College degree, she was a dog walker with Heidi's Happy Hounds in Guelph and volunteered with Taffy's Legacy Canine Rescue and Rehabilitation. These two experiences made her realize that a career with dogs is perfect for her. Tonya is very familiar with animal behaviour and many training techniques. She is dedicated to expanding her knowledge about the behaviour, body language and welfare of canines. Tonya started the business in 2020 and has turned it into everything she dreamed about. She is so thankful for all of her clients and her wonderful team members. She's excited to continue to learn, meet new dogs and people and welcome new team members. Want to know more about Tonya and the business? Contact us and ask!
Meet the Team!
Sara (Preston)
Marina (West Galt)
Monica (Hespeler)
Sara is an animal lover and has been one her whole life. She grew up on farms around many different animals; from horses and cows, cats and dogs, to even different species of rodents and lizards. She's been a vegetarian for nearly half her life because of her love for animals. She is working towards her bachelor of science degree so that
Sara is an animal lover and has been one her whole life. She grew up on farms around many different animals; from horses and cows, cats and dogs, to even different species of rodents and lizards. She's been a vegetarian for nearly half her life because of her love for animals. She is working towards her bachelor of science degree so that she can work with animals in veterinarian medicine. Working with animals is her dream and working for Tonya's Tails & Trails has given her so much joy, and has been an overall positive impact on her life. Seeing all her furry friends always brings her happiness, even on the gloomiest of days.
Monica (Hespeler)
Marina (West Galt)
Monica (Hespeler)
Monica is a seasoned dog and cat owner with many years experience raising and caring for several labrador retrievers and a variety of rescued cats. Throughout her life, Monica has been surrounded by animals living with many types of pets including dogs, cats, guinea pigs and hamsters, birds, fish, rabbits and yes, even goats! Her childhoo
Monica is a seasoned dog and cat owner with many years experience raising and caring for several labrador retrievers and a variety of rescued cats. Throughout her life, Monica has been surrounded by animals living with many types of pets including dogs, cats, guinea pigs and hamsters, birds, fish, rabbits and yes, even goats! Her childhood aspiration was to have a career as a veterinarian and although life took her in a different direction, her love for animals never faded. Recently stepping back from her role as a business executive, Monica is now following her heart and renewing her passion to work with animals as a member of Tonya’s team and looks forward to making more furry connections.
Marina (West Galt)
Marina (West Galt)
Marina (West Galt)
Since childhood, Marina has felt a strong connection to animals. She has always owned a dog and cat in her life, but currently just owns one dog " Buttons"; a Shih Tzu.
Marina loves to walk and a perfect day for her is walking with a dog on her side.
She worked many years in the Pharmaceutical Industry as a purchaser and left that career
Since childhood, Marina has felt a strong connection to animals. She has always owned a dog and cat in her life, but currently just owns one dog " Buttons"; a Shih Tzu.
Marina loves to walk and a perfect day for her is walking with a dog on her side.
She worked many years in the Pharmaceutical Industry as a purchaser and left that career in 2020. Marina's dream job was to own a doggie daycare, but that opportunity didn't quite happen for her, however, today she is happy to be living a part of that dream, being surrounded by dogs everyday and walking them as part of the team with Tonya's Tails & Trails. In her spare time when she is not with animals, Marina loves to write.
Kim (North Galt)
Catherine (East Galt)
Marina (West Galt)
Kim is a passionate pet professional and friend to all living things. She believes that pets are family who need just as much care and attention as one can give. Kim has several years of experience with in home pet care, nutrition, behavior and handling of dogs in a stress free manner.
She deeply believes in positive reinforcement techniq
Kim is a passionate pet professional and friend to all living things. She believes that pets are family who need just as much care and attention as one can give. Kim has several years of experience with in home pet care, nutrition, behavior and handling of dogs in a stress free manner.
She deeply believes in positive reinforcement techniques and loose leash walking. Kim is excited to get to know the pets in her community.
Catherine (East Galt)
Catherine (East Galt)
Catherine (East Galt)
Cat's love of animals began at a young age in North Carolina where she grew up with a variety of furry friends. Her love of dogs has been deeply engrained since she adopted her first rescue from the Raleigh SPCA. Over the years, she has enjoyed the company of three bully-mixed breeds and cannot imagine life without the companionship of a
Cat's love of animals began at a young age in North Carolina where she grew up with a variety of furry friends. Her love of dogs has been deeply engrained since she adopted her first rescue from the Raleigh SPCA. Over the years, she has enjoyed the company of three bully-mixed breeds and cannot imagine life without the companionship of a canine. She and her husband live in old Galt with their nine year old boxer-mix, Binoo, and a tank full of tropical fish.
Our Values
Reliability
Communication
Communication
You can count on us to always show up when we said we would, and provide the services agreed upon to the highest of standards!
Communication
Communication
Communication
Open and efficient communication is important for your pups success and, therefore, it is of utmost importance to us! We pride ourselves in being very responsive and communicative.
Trust
Communication
Compassion & Thoughtfulness
Keep your mind at ease knowing that we are responsible, experienced and police checked. You can trust us to be in your home and to take care of your pets just as you would.
Compassion & Thoughtfulness
Compassion & Thoughtfulness
Compassion & Thoughtfulness
When you are a client with Tonya’s Tails & Trails, we think of you like family! This is more than just a job to us and we care about you and your pets well-being.
safety & Wellbeing
Compassion & Thoughtfulness
safety & Wellbeing
Your pets safety comes before anything! We are constantly thinking of their health, safety and well being.
Services & Rates
DOG WALKING
Our specialty service! Every dog needs exercise no matter their breed, age or size to help maintain their physical and mental health! Exercise helps keep your dog happy and healthy while also reducing behavioural issues such as barking, chewing and other anxiety related behaviours. Daily walks will help keep your dogs mind and body stimulated which will allow for them to relax while you are away from home. Imagine coming home from a long day at work guilt free because you know that our team provided your pup with their necessary mid-day walk!
- 30 min $18
- 45 min $22
- 1 hour $27
- +$5 for each additional dog
- All prices are subject to HST
- refer to our “promotions“ section to see our discount for clients who receive 5x walks a week (Monday-Friday)
These rates are for Monday-Friday walks between the hours of 8am and 5pm. An additional $4 is added for evening and weekend walks. *Holiday rates will vary.
get started here
Looking for a dog walker? look no further, we are here to help! please fill out our new client form and email it to us at info@tonyastailsandtrails.com.
More Services
Dog Sitting
Cats & other small animals
Cats & other small animals
In-home dog sitting allows your dog to have one-on-one care and attention and allows them to stay comfortable in a home compared to a large, busy facility. We will implement your typical routine, including feeding, medicine administration (if necessary), training, sleeping schedule, etc. Your pup will also receive all of the love and atte
In-home dog sitting allows your dog to have one-on-one care and attention and allows them to stay comfortable in a home compared to a large, busy facility. We will implement your typical routine, including feeding, medicine administration (if necessary), training, sleeping schedule, etc. Your pup will also receive all of the love and attention they could ever ask for.
- $55/24hr period (our home) +$30 for each added dog
- $95/24hr period (your home) +$20 for more than two pets
- +$10 for dogs under 1 year
- All prices are subject to HST
*Please contact for more information on dog sitting as there are some restrictions to this service.
Cats & other small animals
Cats & other small animals
Cats & other small animals
Are you going away for a few days and can't take your pet(s) with you? We will make sure they are happy and cared for while you're away! We will also care for your house in your absence (bring in the mail, watering plants, etc.)
- 30 min $18
- 45 min $22
- 1 hour $27
- +$5 for more than 2 pets.
- +$4 for evening and weekend visits
- All prices are subject to HST
- Holiday rates will vary
Drop-in visits
Cats & other small animals
Doggie Chauffeur
Do you have an older dog or a dog who just doesn't love walks? We will come let your dog out for a bathroom break and give them all of the attention and love they deserve during our visit.
- 30 min $18
- 45 min $22
- 1 hour $27
- +$5 for more than 2 pets
- +$4 for evening and weekend visits
- Holiday rates will vary
- All prices are subject to HST
Doggie Chauffeur
GROUP WALKS (NEW!!)
Doggie Chauffeur
We will drive your pooch where they need to go! Do they have a grooming or vet appointment that you just can't get them to? Leave it to us to get them there and back safely!
Please contact for more information and rates.
GROUP WALKS (NEW!!)
GROUP WALKS (NEW!!)
CHECK OUT OUR PROMOTIONS/DISCOUNT SECTION BELOW TO SEE HOW YOU CAN SAVE SOME MONEY
GROUP WALKS (NEW!!)
GROUP WALKS (NEW!!)
GROUP WALKS (NEW!!)
Mornings or later afternoon group walks available in NORTH GALT. Perfect for dogs who need socialization or want to make some friends. Walks are on-leash. Max of 6 dogs. Please contact for more information. Prices vary.
Promotions & Discounts
LOYAL CLIENT DISCOUNT
LOYAL CLIENT DISCOUNT
LOYAL CLIENT DISCOUNT
receive 5 walks a week (Monday-Friday) and receive a discount.
- $17/30min walk+HST
- $21/45min walk+HST
- $26/60min walk+HST
- Additional rates apply to extra dogs, evening, weekend & holidays.
Neighbours discount
LOYAL CLIENT DISCOUNT
LOYAL CLIENT DISCOUNT
Receive 10% off walks when you join with someone who lives on your street or close by. Contact for more details.
MULTIPLE DOG DISCOUNT
LOYAL CLIENT DISCOUNT
MULTIPLE DOG DISCOUNT
Got 2 dogs but only want to pay for the price of 1? No problem! Allow us to do our visits in your backyard instead of walking and the extra dog fee will be waved. (+$5 for each additional dog after 2 pets).
Recommended Outside Services
Heidi's Happy Hounds: Dog Walking and Consulting
Heidi and her team are one of the best dog walking companies in Guelph, who really go the extra mile to make sure your pet is well taken care of. If you are in need of dog walking or other pet services in Guelph and are too far out for Tonya's Tails and Trails to reach, we strongly recommend Heidi's Happy Hounds. For more information visit http://www.heidishappyhounds.com/about-us.html
Cassidy Chambers Photography
Cassidy is a photographer located in Guelph, ON who specializes in outdoor pet photography. No pets? No problem. She also loves to capture anything from families to engagement photos. Visit her on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/CassidyChambersPhotography or give her a follow on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/cassidychambersphotos/
Trauzzi & Co. Pet sitting, daycare, grooming, etc
This doggie business is located just outside of Cambridge in Guelph, ON. Courtney Trauzzi, the owner of Trauzzi and Co, has the goal of bringing the comfort of your home to hers, so that your dog has a relaxed stay. If we are unable to care for your pet here at Tonya's Tails and Trails, we highly recommend Courtney Trauzzi, as she is guaranteed to offer the highest quality of care for your furry friend(s). For more information visit https://www.trauzziandco.com/services
Tango's Lead Canine Rescue & Sanctuary
Courtney Trauzzi is one of the biggest dog lovers we have ever met, and not only does she run her own dog-sitting business featured above, but she also just started her very own dog rescue- how amazing is she!? This rescue's mission is to provide those who find themselves homeless, abandoned or facing euthanasia, with a safe haven while they help find them their furever family. You can reach Courtney or find more information by visiting her facebook page https://www.facebook.com/tangosleadcaninerescue
Taffy's Legacy Canine Rescue & Rehabilitation
TLC is passionate about helping rescue dogs find their perfect humans. Their goal is to 'upcycle' homeless dogs by giving them the tools they need to succeed in their furever home. Their amazing foster pawrents volunteer their home, time and love to give these dogs a second chance. Visit https://www.taffyslegacy.com/about-us for more information and to find an application to become a foster pawrent or adopt your next best friend!
Black Dog Weddings
Since 2019, Black Dog Weddings has served as Ontario's premier wedding dog attendant service! Black Dog Weddings makes your dreams of including your dog in your wedding day easy and memorable. Whether your dog is a groomsdog, dog-of-honour, a VIP wedding guest, or present for wedding photos, Black Dog Weddings is here to accommodate your dog's care needs on your wedding day. We vow to treat your beloved dog as one of our own complete with transportation, one-on-one dog care, a wedding day timeline for your pup and canine first aid ready wedding dog attendants.