Adventure Pack Pricing & How It Works
Your Dog’s Adventure Experience
We’re not just dog walkers — we’re dog adventurers.
At Active Paws, we specialize in structured, supervised pack hikes for medium and large-sized dogs across Edmonton’s beautiful parklands and trails. Led by a certified dog trainer, our weekday walks are designed to provide your pup with physical exercise, social enrichment, and mental stimulation.
Whether your dog needs a couple of trail days or a full-time weekday routine, we’ve created options to match every lifestyle.
All pack adventures include:
✔ Certified dog trainer/walker supervision
✔ Fully bonded & insured for your peace of mind
✔ Door-to-door transport
✔ 60 minutes of active trail time (not including travel)
✔ Skill-building in leash manners, recall, and group behavior
✔ Photo & video updates so you don’t miss a moment of the fun
✔ GPS tracking collars for each dog during walk time
Adventure Pack Pricing & How It Works
Active Paws Adventure Pack walks are designed to provide dogs with structured outdoor exercise, social interaction, and enriching exploration in a safe group environment. Unlike traditional dog walking services, our Adventure Pack program focuses on creating balanced pack groups where dogs can move naturally together while being carefully supervised. To ensure the best experience for every dog, we follow a short onboarding process before dogs join regular pack walks. This process allows us to evaluate temperament, determine the most appropriate pack placement, and introduce dogs to our walking structure and expectations. Taking the time to match dogs thoughtfully helps create calm, well-balanced packs where every dog can confidently enjoy their adventures. Below you’ll find a step-by-step overview of how dogs join the Adventure Pack and the membership options available once your dog is ready to begin regular walks.
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Submit Your Application
Start by completing our application form so we can learn more about your dog and determine if they are a good fit for the Active Paws pack.
We’ll ask about your dog’s personality, energy level, social experience with other dogs, and any current training needs. This helps ensure every dog is placed in the right group for a safe and balanced pack experience.
Once your application is reviewed, we’ll guide you through the next step of the process.
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(Approx. 30 minutes)
Once your application has been reviewed, we schedule a private in-home Meet & Greet consultation. This visit allows us to get to know your dog in their familiar environment and ensure they are a good fit for the Adventure Pack.
During this 30-minute consultation, we observe your dog’s temperament, review their routine and exercise needs, confirm proper equipment such as harness requirements, and walk through how the pack program operates. This step helps us build safe, balanced groups of dogs and ensures every pack member is set up for success.
The Meet & Greet also gives you the opportunity to ask questions and learn what to expect as your dog moves forward in the Active Paws onboarding process.
The $25 consultation helps cover travel time and allows us to dedicate focused one-on-one time to properly prepare both you and your dog for the Active Paws experience.
Meet & Greet — $25
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Pack Prep Program
Before joining regular Adventure Pack walks, all new dogs complete an introduction process to help them transition safely into a structured pack environment.
Group pack walks require dogs to move calmly together, follow group flow, and remain focused on the handler while around other dogs. Our Pack Prep programs help build these skills while allowing us to evaluate how your dog responds in a group setting.
During this process we focus on:
✔ learning pack walking structure
✔ leash manners and group movement
✔ recall foundation and handler focus
✔ calm behavior around other dogs
✔ understanding pack boundaries and expectations
This step ensures every dog entering the Adventure Pack is set up for a safe, balanced, and enjoyable experience.
Pack Foundations Program — $165
(2 private training walks, 1 assessment walk)
Designed for dogs new to pack walking, this program introduces the structure, movement, and expectations of walking within a balanced group environment.
Pack Integration Assessment — $125
(1 private training walk, 1 assessment walk)
For dogs with previous pack walking experience, this assessment allows us to evaluate how your dog integrates into the Active Paws pack structure.
30-Day Pack Review
Once your dog begins regular pack walks, we continue observing their behavior during the first month to ensure they are thriving within the group environment.
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At the end of the Pack Prep Program, we complete a Pack Evaluation during your dog’s final preparation walk. This evaluation is part of the Pack Prep process and does not require an additional visit.
During this stage, we observe how your dog responds within a structured pack environment and how they interact with other dogs while following pack movement and handler direction.
During the evaluation we look at:
✔ comfort and confidence around other dogs
✔ ability to walk calmly within a group
✔ responsiveness to handler direction
✔ recall and attention skills
✔ overall confidence and temperament in pack settings
This final step allows us to confirm that your dog is ready to safely join regular Adventure Pack walks, helping ensure every pack member contributes to a balanced and enjoyable group experience.
Pack Evaluation
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Pack Recommendation
At the conclusion of your dog’s Pack Prep program, we carefully review their progress to determine whether they are ready to join an Active Paws Adventure Pack.
Our goal is to ensure every dog is placed in the right pack environment, where they will feel confident, safe, and able to enjoy the adventure.
During this review we assess:
✔ Recommended energy group — Slow, Medium, or High Energy Adventure Pack
✔ Pack compatibility with other dogs in the group
✔ Trail difficulty and activity level best suited for your dog
✔ Overall readiness for structured pack walking
Every dog progresses at their own pace. This step allows us to ensure that your dog enters a pack where they can thrive socially, mentally, and physically.
If your dog is approved, you will receive your official pack recommendation, along with guidance to the final step of selecting your membership commitment and securing your place in the Adventure Pack.
Your Dog’s Adventure Pack Level
Every dog has a different energy level, play style, and adventure tolerance.
To ensure the best experience for both your dog and the pack, Active Paws organizes Adventure Packs based on energy and activity level.
Once your dog completes Pack Prep and receives their recommendation, they will be placed into one of the following groups:
Slow Energy Adventure Pack
Designed for dogs who prefer a gentler pace and relaxed exploration.
These adventures focus on calm movement, confidence building, and allowing dogs to enjoy the environment without pressure to keep up with higher energy groups.
This pack is ideal for:
• Older dogs or seniors
• Dogs building confidence in outdoor environments
• Dogs who prefer a slower walking pace
• Dogs who enjoy sniffing and exploring at their own rhythm
Adventures focus on shorter trails, calm group dynamics, and relaxed exploration.
High Energy Adventure Pack
Built for dogs who thrive on movement, adventure, and endurance.
These packs are designed for dogs who require higher levels of physical and mental stimulation and enjoy longer trail hikes with an active pace.
This pack is ideal for:
• Young or high-drive dogs
• Working or athletic breeds
• Dogs who require higher levels of exercise
• Dogs who love longer outdoor adventures
Adventures focus on longer trails, active movement, and structured pack engagement.
Medium Energy Adventure Pack
Perfect for dogs who enjoy steady activity and social pack interaction without the intensity of a high endurance hike.
These adventures provide a balanced mix of movement, exploration, and pack engagement.
This pack is ideal for:
• Dogs with moderate energy levels
• Dogs who enjoy social interaction with other dogs
• Dogs comfortable on trails but not requiring long-distance hikes
• Dogs who benefit from consistent mental and physical stimulation
Adventures typically include moderate trail distances and structured pack movement.
Weekend Warrior Adventure
For dogs who love a little extra adventure, the Weekend Warrior is a special extended outing offered on select Saturdays throughout the year.
These adventures give dogs the opportunity to enjoy longer outdoor exploration in a small, well-matched group, with trails and locations chosen based on the energy level of the participating dogs.
Weekend Warrior outings may include:
• Longer trail adventures
• New hiking locations
• Extended outdoor exploration
• Small, carefully matched adventure groups
Because these adventures require the right group balance, Weekend Warrior spots are offered only to dogs whose energy level and pack compatibility are suited for that particular outing.
This program is available to approved Adventure Pack members and is offered as an optional add-on experience when appropriate packs are scheduled.
Flat Rate: $50 per dog
Duration: Approximately 2+ hours
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Adventure Pack Program Fee
All Active Paws clients participate in a monthly Adventure Pack Program Fee.
Membership Fee:
$10 per household per month
All Active Paws clients participate in the Adventure Pack Program Fee, which supports the systems, safety measures, and client services that ensure every pack adventure is organized, secure, and professionally managed.
This program provides the structure behind your dog’s experience while also celebrating the special moments that come with being part of the Adventure Pack community.
Program Support
• GPS-tracked adventure routes for transparency and accountability
• Behavior and pack development tracking for each dog
• Secure client and dog record management
• Priority scheduling access for Adventure Pack placements
• Safety-focused pack planning and organization
Adventure Pack Moments
We also celebrate the milestones that make your dog’s journey with us special:
• Birthday and Gotcha Day adventure photos
• Adventure Pack anniversary milestones
• Seasonal and holiday-themed adventure moments
Member Benefits
• Referral rewards when a referred dog successfully joins the Adventure Pack
• Exclusive member discounts on private training services
Once your dog has been approved for the Adventure Pack, the final step is selecting the membership that best fits your routine.
Active Paws memberships are designed to provide consistent pack experiences, helping dogs build confidence, develop social skills, and maintain healthy exercise routines through structured weekly adventures.
Each membership is based on your dog’s recommended energy level and activity needs, ensuring they are placed in the right pack with the right dogs.
Choose Your Membership
Your membership selection allows you to:
✓ Choose the number of weekly pack walks that match your dog’s energy level
✓ Select your membership commitment (Month-to-Month, 3, 6, or 12 months)
✓ Reserve your dog’s place within the Adventure Pack schedule
✓ Begin your dog’s regular outdoor pack adventures
Prices do not include applicable GST. Active Paws currently operates as a small supplier under Canadian tax rules. GST will be added to services once applicable.
⭐ Founding Adventure Pack Membership
Limited Launch Offer
Founder Rate (12-Month Commitment Only)
$31.75 per walk per dog
This special membership is available to a limited number of clients joining the first Active Paws Adventure Packs and is offered exclusively with a 12-month membership commitment.
Includes
• Lifetime Founder rate — never increases while membership remains active
• Up to 4 vacation hold weeks per year
• 3 complimentary Adventure Weeks
• Priority access to Weekend Warrior adventures
True Value
After complimentary Adventure Weeks are applied, the Founder membership averages approximately:
$30 per walk
Available until August 31, 2026 or until Founder spots are filled.
Month-to-Month Membership
Flexible Commitment
Rate:
$35 per walk per dog
This membership is designed for clients who prefer flexibility while their dog becomes familiar with the Adventure Pack routine.
Month-to-month memberships allow dogs to participate in regular pack walks without a long-term contract commitment.
Ideal for
✓ New clients beginning their Adventure Pack journey
✓ Dogs transitioning into pack walking
✓ Owners who prefer scheduling flexibility
Includes
• Flexible month-to-month participation
• Access to available Adventure Pack openings
• Ability to upgrade to longer memberships at any time
Note
Month-to-month memberships do not include complimentary Adventure Weeks or vacation hold benefits available with longer-term memberships.
3-Month Membership
Short-Term Commitment
Rate:
$35 per walk per dog
This membership is ideal for clients who are ready to commit to a consistent Adventure Pack routine while maintaining a shorter-term commitment.
Three-month memberships allow dogs to build familiarity within their pack while giving owners added scheduling flexibility.
Ideal for
✓ Dogs who thrive with a consistent weekly routine
✓ Owners ready to commit beyond month-to-month
✓ Clients wanting flexibility with a short-term membership
Includes
• 1 vacation hold week during the membership period
• Reserved placement within your dog’s Adventure Pack
• Ability to upgrade to longer memberships at any time
Vacation Hold Benefit
One week may be reserved during the 3-month membership period without penalty, allowing your dog’s Adventure Pack spot to remain secure while you’re away.
6-Month Membership
Extended Commitment
Rate:
$35 per walk per dog
This membership is designed for clients who want to establish a consistent Adventure Pack routine while benefiting from additional flexibility and rewards for a longer commitment.
Six-month memberships allow dogs to build strong pack relationships while providing owners with greater scheduling flexibility.
Ideal for
✓ Dogs who thrive with a consistent pack routine
✓ Owners planning regular weekly walks long-term
✓ Clients seeking additional membership benefits
Includes
• Up to 2 vacation hold weeks during the membership period
• 1 complimentary Adventure Week after successful completion of the membership
• Reserved placement within your dog’s Adventure Pack
• Ability to upgrade to longer memberships at any time
True Value
After the complimentary Adventure Week is applied, the average walk value across the membership becomes approximately:
$33.70 per walk
(based on a typical 3-walk-per-week schedule)
12-Month Membership
Best Long-Term Value
Rate:
$35 per walk per dog
This membership is designed for clients who want to provide their dog with a consistent, year-round Adventure Pack experience while receiving the greatest membership rewards for their commitment.
Twelve-month memberships allow dogs to build strong pack bonds while giving owners the highest level of flexibility and value.
Ideal for
✓ Dogs who thrive with a consistent adventure routine
✓ Owners planning long-term pack walking
✓ Clients seeking the best value within the standard membership options
Includes
• Up to 4 vacation hold weeks during the membership year
• 3 complimentary Adventure Weeks after successful completion of the membership
• Reserved placement within your dog’s Adventure Pack
• Ability to renew membership with priority scheduling
True Value
After the complimentary Adventure Weeks are applied, the average walk value across the membership becomes approximately:
$32.95 per walk
(based on a typical 3-walk-per-week schedule)
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Additional Training Path
Not every dog is immediately ready for a structured pack environment.
After initial onboarding, some dogs may benefit from additional training to build the foundation required for calm, controlled group movement.
This is not a setback — it’s part of creating long-term success.
Training at Active Paws focuses on developing dogs that are calm, responsive, and able to move confidently within a structured system.
Based on your dog’s behavior and progression, a training pathway will be recommended.
Training Programs
Leash & Walk Control Program — $325
4 Private Sessions | ~45 minutes each
Designed for dogs that pull, rush, or struggle to stay engaged on walks.
This program builds:
Consistent leash control
Clear communication between dog and handler
Calm, structured movement in real-world environments
Calm & Focus Program — $350
4 Private Sessions | ~45 minutes each
For dogs that are easily overstimulated, distracted, or unable to settle.
This program focuses on:
Reducing over-arousal
Building impulse control
Developing calm responses under increasing stimulation
Social Stability Program — $375
5 Private Sessions | ~45 minutes each
For dogs that need support developing appropriate behavior around other dogs.
This program develops:
Calm exposure to other dogs
Improved behavioral responses in shared environments
Stability and neutrality in social settings
Pack Readiness Program — $525
6 Private Sessions | ~45 minutes each
For dogs working toward structured pack integration.
This program focuses on:
Consistency under distraction
Controlled group exposure
Readiness for calm, balanced pack movement
Training Entry &Ongoing Support
Behavioral Assessment — $175
1 Private Session | ~60 minutes
Designed for dogs that require a deeper understanding before beginning structured training or pack integration.
This session provides:
Clear insight into your dog’s behavior, energy, and current state of mind
Identification of patterns, triggers, and underlying challenges
A structured training recommendation based on your dog’s individual needs
Guidance on the most appropriate next step for long-term success
Single Session — $85
1 Private Session | ~45 minutes
For continued support, tune-ups, or specific behavior work.
3-Session Training Bundle — $240
3 Private Sessions | ~45 minutes each
For clients who want continued guidance without committing to a full program.
Training recommendations are based on your dog’s individual behavior, ensuring the right pathway is chosen for long-term success.
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