On Leash walks.
Off leash hikes.
We have a variety of options to suit you, and your dog’s needs. Need help deciding? Reach out and we can make a plan together.
What We Offer
Every dog is different, and our services are designed to reflect that. From structured pack hikes and real-world training to immersive programs and thoughtful boarding options, our focus is always on creating clarity, confidence, and practical success for both dogs and their humans.
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Structured one-hour off leash training hikes focused on building the skills needed for successful pack integration.
These small-group sessions help dogs develop engagement, social skills, neutrality, confidence, and real-world reliability in thoughtfully managed outdoor environments.
We work with dogs of many different temperaments and personalities, including energetic, shy, reactive, and socially inexperienced dogs.
Limited to 4 clients per pack
Pick up and drop off included
2-4 sessions required to attend Take to the Trails
Suitable for puppies
One dog $60 | Add a dog $50
Intact and over one year? Your dog is still eligible for hikes on a case by case basis.
Male add $2 | Female add $4
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Structured two-hour off leash pack hikes focused on calm socialization, real-world skills, and guided adventure in thoughtfully managed small groups.
Dogs travel securely in our purpose-built Mercedes E-Sprinter or GMC Canyon before heading out with trained hike leaders to explore trails, practice engagement, and build confidence in real-world environments.
Limited to 8 clients per pack
Pick up and drop off included
Minimum once-weekly attendance required
Train for the Trails hikes may be required
One dog $48 | Add a dog $38 (same household only)
Intact and over one year? Your dog is still eligible for hikes on a case by case basis.
Male add $2 | Female add $4
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Trainer-led on leash training walks tailored to your dog’s individual needs, goals, and environment.
These sessions focus on building calmer handling, clearer communication, and more enjoyable real-world walks through thoughtful guidance and practical exposure.
Ideal for dogs working on:
loose leash skills
confidence building
over-excitement
frustration
reactivity
engagement in everyday environments
Dogs are collected from home and taken on focused 45-minute training excursions designed around their individual goals and needs.
Book individually or through one of our training packages, which include owner sessions to help support long-term success at home.
Initial Consult $75 | Single Walk $100
Four Pack + One Session $460
Ten Pack + Two Sessions $999 -
Private and semi-private off leash (or on leash) training hikes designed to build confidence, engagement, recall, neutrality, and real-world reliability in thoughtfully guided outdoor environments.
These sessions offer a more tailored and lower-pressure alternative to full pack hikes, making them ideal for dogs needing focused support, additional training, or gradual social integration.
Dogs are guided through meaningful mental and physical work while building practical real-world skills through adventure, structure, and clear communication.
Custom pricing available based on location and training needs.
Our roles
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Melody Shaw
HEAD TRAINER / OWNER
Melody oversees training standards, new dog integrations, and the continued development of both dogs and hike leaders across the Kuri K9 team. While you may not often see her on regular routes, much of the structure behind our pack programs happens behind the scenes.
Her approach brings together adventure, relationship, clarity, and boundaries, with training tailored to each dog and their human.
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Maya Reside
HIKE LEADER
Maya is the primary hike leader on our north route. You may meet her during pickups, drop-offs, or out on the trail with one of our adventure packs.
Maya brings consistency, care, and a grounded presence to the trail — helping dogs build confidence, social skills, and successful group dynamics through real-world adventure.
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Tara Wood
HIKE LEADER
Tara is the primary hike leader on our south route, though you may still occasionally see her supporting our north route as Kuri K9 continues to grow and expand.Tara brings reliability, attentiveness, and a caring presence to the trail.
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Michael Brown
TRAINER
Along with taking our Leash & Learn walks, Michael steps in wherever he is needed, supporting both dogs and team members with a calm, capable, and adaptable approach. He regularly joins pack hikes to maintain hands-on involvement with our dogs, team dynamics, and real-world handling.Michael’s approach combines calm structure, clear communication, and real-world training to help dogs build confidence.
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Jacqueline Solberg
ADMINISTRATION
Jacqueline keeps Kuri K9 organised behind the scenes — coordinating calendars, planning daily routes, and helping ensure every dog and human ends up where they’re meant to be.
She brings direction, organisation, and cohesiveness to the business. We would (quite literally) be lost without her.
Why clients trust us
GPS Collars
All off leash dogs wear Garmin GPS collars, providing reliable real-time tracking and an added layer of safety during our off leash adventures.
First Aid Certified
Our hike leaders and trainers maintain DOGSAFE® Canine First Aid certifications, preparing them for the bumps, scrapes, and unexpected adventures that can happen along the trail.
Licenced & Insured
Kuri K9 is fully licensed and insured, providing peace of mind while your dog is in our care.
Secure Transport
Dogs travel safely in secure RuffLand kennels aboard our purpose-built Mercedes E-Sprinter, or within a custom-built crate setup in our GMC Canyon — helping create calm, comfortable journeys to and from the trail.
Ready to join us?Fill out the form to register your interest in joining our off leash pack hikes, or sign up for on leash training walks. We will get back to you within 2-4 business days.
