Who We Are
San Francisco’s Most Trusted Private Dog Walking Service
On-Leash Private Dog Walks San Francisco, CA
Since 2009
About Us
Since opening our doors in April of 2009, our staff has been constantly committed to providing a matchless experience for dog owners in San Francisco. We utilize an in-depth and strenuous hiring process to ensure that each and every member of our staff is of the utmost skill, trustworthiness, and character. We employ our dog walkers, enabling Sniff and Go to provide ongoing training, protected employee benefits, and accountability. Every member of our staff is bonded and insured after successfully passing a criminal background check. Sniff and Go LLC is accountable for the entirety of our business, and we take that responsibility very seriously.
Our clients love Sniff and Go because we have a dedicated team of dog walkers, an online scheduling system, a local support team available, daily journals and photos, and more. We are able to respond to client requests and inquiries quickly. We also understand no two dogs are alike – before we even begin working with your pet, we ensure that we know all there is to know about their health, diet, exercise, and emotional needs.
Here at Sniff and Go, we love your pets (almost!) as much as you do, and we look forward to ensuring that you return to find them safe, healthy, and as happy as can be. Reach out to us today, we’d love to hear from you!
Sniff and Go’s commitment to a diverse workforce:
The dog is the most diverse animal on the planet.
We always want to learn more from them.
The most important lesson we will ever learn from our dogs, is to embrace that same diversity.
Sniff and Go will always strive to have a team as wonderfully unique as the dogs in our care.
Meet the Team
Paul T.
Co-Founder - Dog Walker
Hi there! Thanks for stopping by and taking a moment to get to know our crew here at Sniff and Go. My name is Paul and I have been able to call Professional Pet Care my passion since 2010.
Being a San Francisco native, I am able to easily navigate our doggo friends throughout all the well known (and not so well known:)) sniffs of The City.
When it comes to our feline friends, there’s nothing better than the purrs and play time that comes from kitties that know they can trust our care.
I look forward to meeting you!
Flynn M.
Dog Walker
Hi, I’m Flynn.
I’ve been living in San Francisco since 1989, but I was born and raised in Palo Alto, CA.
Growing up in Palo Alto I have had the opportunity to be around lots of different animals – from hamsters and snakes, horses and ducks, to cats and dogs. But my true love is dogs. The love and companionship a dog can provide is life changing and too often under-appreciated.
I enjoy mountain biking, working out, cooking, BBQing and spending time outdoors. On most weekends you can find my wife and I exploring (biking, hiking, swimming) Northern California with our dog Dash.
Jon
Dog Walker
Hi, my name’s Jon - I’ve lived in the Bay Area all my life. I’ve always loved animals, especially dogs throughout my childhood and life. I had dogs throughout my past but right now have two awesome cats.
I like to cook and eat, take walks, workout, read, listen to music, make music using a DAW, go camping and enjoy nature and the outdoors. I like to learn new things, especially about nutrition, health and the way the human body works.
Stephanie
Dog Walker
My name is Stephanie and I have been with Sniff and Go since 2017!
I am a BFA graduate and currently live in SF with my cat, Darla. When I’m not hanging out with pups, I spend my days taking film photography and having cute lunch dates with my friends.
There was a moment before the pandemic when I decided to do another profession and left Sniff and Go. After a little over a year, I decided to come back. There’s nothing better than spending your day with a dog when you’re in a bad mood. The connection I have with animals doesn’t compare to what I get with humans. It’s always a rewarding experience every time I come to work!
Jeff
Dog Walker
Hi, I’m Jeff!
I consider myself an animal enthusiast, and I love pets of all shapes, sizes, and textures. I’m somewhat new to the Bay Area, as of August 2020, and I look forward to working with the dogs of SF.
In my free time I am working on an audiobook, reading, playing music, or improving my craft in the kitchen. Rest assured that your pet is in good hands, because when my friends back home needed someone to look after their dogs, cats, or even reptiles, they called me first!
CJ
Dog Walker
Hi my name is CJ!
I am a lover of all animals, but I especially love dogs. I’ve enjoyed walking dogs and pet sitting professionally and recreationally for many many years and am looking forward to doing it for many more.
Showing up for your pup and treating them with the utmost sensitivity, care, and respect is always my top priority.
I am also passionate about the arts: I play music and am an independent filmmaker.
Jesi
Office Coordinator
Hi! I’m Jesi!
Having lived in San Francisco my entire life, I am a true SF native and love every bit of my city! I have spent the last 19 years working in Public Safety in and around the Bay Area.
On a personal level I was lucky enough to grow up spending time outdoors and working with all types of animals. I find being around animals brings me peace, especially dogs! We can learn so much from animals about patience, love and humor! I consider myself very lucky to have the opportunity to work with dogs in this amazing community!
Paul R
Dog Walker
Hi I’m Paul R!
I was born and raised here in San Francisco and know this city like the back of my hand.
I spent the past 30 years working in athletics on all three levels (high school, college. and professional) as a college football coach, NFL personnel scout, and as a high school athletic director.
My love of dogs comes from their unconditional love and their enduring loyalty that I have experienced while raising my own two Rhodesian Ridgebacks.
They taught me so much about living life, and gave me so many wonderful memories that I think about them everyday!
I can’t think of a better way to honor my two guys, Jack and Coach, each and every day than by caring for other family’s pets as if they were my very own!
I am very grateful for the opportunity to learn and work with the great team of professional pet care specialists / dog walkers here at Sniff and Go.
Laila
Dog Walker
Hi my name is Laila!
I have always loved dogs. Growing up in Alaska, I was raised with Labrador Retrievers. Throughout my adult life, I haven’t had the opportunity to have a dog of my own, but I always jump at the chance to dog-sit for my family and friends.
I am a musician (multi-instrumentalist, composer and producer) and movie costumer. Often in the past that meant going on tours and traveling for gigs, so that is the main reason I haven’t had a pup of my own yet. I hope to change that!
I absolutely love the Bay Area. This is my first time living here, but I have spent many extended visits walking and exploring the city on foot. I love getting outside, so besides my creative endeavors, you’ll usually find me out enjoying the weather…exploring the city streets, hiking, cycling, camping…I love it all!
PetProCheck Member
PetProCheck is Sniff and Go’s preferred choice for criminal background checks. PetProCheck was designed solely for pet-based businesses, that utilizes a national trace, that lets us look at the criminal history of our candidates, in every county in the US (not just San Francisco County). This comprehensive check ensures each employee on our team is clear of any concerns and is capable of working with our client’s pets independently.
Emi Tringali
Owner and Founder of Sniff and Go, LLC
Born and raised in San Diego, Emi (pronounced “Amy”) moved to San Francisco in 2009. Growing up involved in all different types of outside activities, a healthy lifestyle has always been part of a typical day for her.
After attending San Diego State University, her passion for animals plus an education in business, led to the pursuit of owning her own business. April 2009 was the official Grand Opening of Sniff and Go LLC! Year over year, growth was taking place… until the pandemic started in March 2020.
In one day, the business lost all of its employees, 85% of its clients, and had to completely close operations for three months. Thankfully, a handful of clients helped keep Sniff and Go above water during this agonizing period of time. As soon as Sniff and Go was allowed to reopen, it was all systems go!
In 2021, Emi attended the Dog Training Intership Academy to learn about positive reinforcement dog training and animal behavior. This academy kicked off the start of a whole new journey into the science behind dog behavior and ways to better serve the dog parents of San Francisco.
Emi and her husband, Paul, currently live in San Francisco, CA, with their SFUSD elementary school son, and their two adopted shelter dogs, Dillinger and Lafawnduh.
