Tail Wags & Walks LLC

Hey there! Thanks for visiting our site! This page is an introduction about who I am and a bit of background as to why I started this pet sitting and dog walking business.

My name is Tonya. I have been living in Duluth, MN almost my entire life! I currently own two rescues: a husky/cattle dog named Bowie and a tabby cat named Epi.

We always had pets while I was growing up and the majority of the pictures from my childhood were of me with some four-legged friend. It was clear from the beginning that I have always been a HUGE animal lover. 

My first job working with animals was at a boarding kennel where I spent 5 years working as a kennel attendant/office assistant. I learned so much while working there including how to give oral medications and insulin injections to pets. It was hard work, but I loved it! Especially when I would get to take the dogs out for “park runs” which were long walks around the fenced-in grounds and pond.

Eventually I got into office work full-time and spent about 10 years in a career that I didn’t find fulfilling. I knew I wanted to be outdoors and that I wanted to find a line of work where I was doing something I was passionate about. I decided the next job I would take would be focused on animal care.

One day it all clicked for me.

I realized Duluth was full of pet owners that needed help caring for their furry friends while they were out of town or busy at work — and that’s how Tail Wags & Walks LLC came to be! 

For me, working with your pets is a privilege and an absolute joy. Our wonderful pet sitting and dog walking customers have made our first year in business a HUGE success. I thank each of you for coming along on this new adventure!

— Tonya Putney, Owner of Tail Wags & Walks LLC

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