Greater Heights dog walking that knows your block by name.
Shaggy Chic has been walking dogs in the neighborhoods of the Greater Heights since 2010. From Sunset Heights to Woodland Heights, we know the tree-lined streets, the bungalow porches, and the Heights Hike-and-Bike Trail. We know the shaded zig zags at Lorraine Cherry Nature preserve, we frequent the trails on Nicholson Street and Heights Boulevard, and we know which sidewalks heat up fastest in August. Your dog gets a consistent, trained team, GPS-tracked routes, and a photo report after every walk, not a stranger from a marketplace.
What you get in Greater Heights
- A consistent team that knows your dog, never a stranger from an app
- GPS-tracked routes with full photo + note report
- W-2 employees: trained, background-checked, insured & bonded
- Fear Free Certified handling: calm, low-stress, treat-positive
- Pet First Aid + CPR certified team
- We route around the hottest sidewalks in August — shaded cuts through Lorraine Cherry Preserve and Heights Boulevard take priority when pavement temps spike
- The Heights Hike-and-Bike Trail is in regular rotation for dogs who need more distance than the neighborhood streets provide
In Greater Heights
The Heights is a walker's neighborhood — bungalow streets, shade from mature oaks, and the Hike-and-Bike Trail when your dog wants the long version. We know the Heights Hike-and-Bike, the shaded cuts through Lorraine Cherry Nature Preserve, and the quieter side streets off Yale and Studewood where the foot traffic stays low. We also know which sidewalks heat up first in August and route accordingly.
Why Greater Heights pet owners pick us
Sixteen years walking Houston dogs. Owned and operated by Kristen Parkhurst, Fear Free Certified Professional, Certified Professional Pet Sitter. Insured, bonded, and built around an employee-based team that actually shows up.
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832-868-8430
Shaggy Chic Pet Services is amazing. Very professional and very lovable with my dogs!
Greater Heights · Frequently asked
What Greater Heights dog owners ask about walks.
Do you walk dogs throughout all of Greater Heights?
Yes — Greater Heights is one of our core neighborhoods. We've been walking dogs here since 2010 and we know the streets, the shade, and the good sniff spots. We start every new client with a no-cost meet & greet so your dog can meet the actual person doing the walks, not a rotating stranger.
What does a Shaggy Chic walk actually look like?
Every walk is GPS-tracked start to finish. At the end you get a full report: a note on how your dog did, how far they went, and at least one photo. We walk on consistent routes so your dog knows what to expect, and we use Fear Free handling — no rushing, no yanking, no stress. It's 30 real minutes, not 12 minutes of dog and 18 of driving.
How long are the walks, and what do they cost?
Our standard walk is 30 minutes at $35. We also do 60-minute walks for dogs that need more. Pricing and availability are confirmed at your free meet & greet — there are no hidden platform fees.
Are your walkers trained and insured?
Every walker on our team is a W-2 employee — background-checked, in-person trained, and covered under our $2M business liability policy. Owner Kristen Parkhurst is a Fear Free Certified Professional and a Certified Professional Pet Sitter. You're not getting a 1099 gig worker from an app.
How do you handle summer heat on Heights walks?
August in the Heights is no joke. We route morning walks on the west-facing blocks before the sidewalks heat up, stick to the shaded cuts through Lorraine Cherry Nature Preserve, and move faster on exposed stretches. For dogs who are heat-sensitive, we adjust timing and length at the meet & greet — a hot walk is never worth the risk.
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