ABOUT HOUNDING AROUND

What originally started as borrowing a group of friends' dogs for off leash hikes and dog time, has grown into Hounding Around. Based in Portland, Oregon, Hounding Around is an LGBTQ+ and woman-owned business. With years of dog sitting, walking, and training experience, we have a strong understanding of individual dogs' needs, play styles, stressors, and drives. We have experience working with dogs of all ages, sizes, breeds, and temperaments.

Our approach is kind and focused on providing each dog with guidance and effective communication. Each dog learns differently, and there are multiple ways to train the same skills; We will work directly with you and your pup(s) to create a unique approach that works. We are certified in dog first aid and are insured so you can rest assured that your dogs are in good hands while out and about during any of our pack adventures, training sessions, and wedding dog-handling services.

Hounding Around Helps

Each and every adventure gives back to innovative and impactful animal rescue organizations.. Read more here!

MEET THE TEAM

AVERY DOBSON

Pack Leader, Trainer & Founder

Spending my days with dogs while exploring the PNW is a pretty sweet gig! I am a lifestyle trainer that helps owners and pups reach their goals, on and off the trails. I pride myself on continuously expanding my knowledge and improving my skillset so that I can be the best leader for you and your pups. When I am not adventuring with my pack, you can find me with my wife camping, snowboarding, or fostering dogs.

PIPER QUINN

Branch Manager

Our lab plott hound, Piper was adopted in December 2020 from the Oregon Humane Society. Piper enjoys swimming, chasing squirrels and running along side my bike off-leash. She is quite the independent lady who earns her keep by carrying the emergency first aid and extrication sling in her back pack.

FRANKI

Chief Camp Dog & Certified Potato

Frank the Tank is an 20 year old sheltie-chihuahua that enjoys running on the beach, sleeping, and searching for floor snacks. This queen can still be found on pack hikes, both trotting along with the rest of the pack, and hanging out in her backpack.

ASHLEY

President of Pets

This special team member reaps all of the benefits of doggos constantly in and out of our home, while patiently facing the constant hair and dirty paw prints that accompany them. Here is Ashley's testimonial, as Avery's right-hand woman. "I am Avery's wife so I am a bit biased, but hear me out. When I say that I am obsessed with Chief Camp Dog and Certified Potato, Frank, it is an understatement. Frank has been the love of my life since I adopted her in 2006. A few years back, here comes Avery into our lives to whisk Frank off her tiny little sausage legs. The attention to detail that Avery provides to Frank when she has had enough exercise, wants some alone time from the rest of the pack (old ladies need space), or she simply wants a snack, is incredible. I whole heartedly believe that because of Avery and the active life she has helped to provide for our Frank, she is able to live her best life and thrive every single day. Having an awesome little (big) sister like Piper Q. helps as well :) "

CONTACT US!

Portland, OR

avery@houndingaroundpdx.com

(503).563.0351