Barks By The Bay

Hands down Kirk is the best dog walker! He takes such great care of my dog Cali and I would not trust her with anyone else! She gets the royal treatment during overnight stays with a comfy bed and big chewy bone and is exhausted whenever she comes home from her walks. He genuinely loves ALL dogs and treats each of them like his own. Cali is SO excited to go out for walks and play time with him. Kirk is as good as it gets!!! Thank you barks by the bay!!!

Just got home today from a 2 week vacation and had Kirk drop off kuma– as usual she was happy as can be! Kirk gave her a nice bath and took her to the beach this morning, she’s pooped and now I don’t have to worry about doing anything for the rest of the day. I am exhausted and couldn’t be more thankful to him for making it easy! Thank you barks by the bay!

A friend of mine referred me to Kirk, and I could not have been more impressed. His genuine love and care for my golden is exactly what I was looking for. When I am on vacation Kirk will send me pictures and updates of my pup, and when Cash comes home he is always tired. I have used other dog walkers in San Francisco, and have never been able to find this kind of personable care. Kirk truly loves dogs and takes care of mine as it is his own. Would highly recommend!

Kirk took loving care of our ridgeback, Max, while we were away for the week and we cannot recommend him highly enough! Kirk updated us with pictures of Max and we could see that he was well taken care of and happy as could be! Kirk is personable, trustworthy and clearly loves what he does. So happy we found Barks by the Bay!

I don’t even know where to start — Kirk is simply the best. I wouldn’t trust anyone else to come into my home and take care of my 6 year-​old boxer, Ellie. Kirk genuinely cares for Ellie, he not only walks her throughout the week but I leave her with him when I travel. He makes sure to check in daily and sends me pictures of my baby having fun. Ellie has never been happier and often times is so exhausted from her adventures with Kirk that she hardly moves in the evenings, a sign of a good day fur sure! Also, recently Ellie went through a round of chemo and Kirk checked in on her often to see how she was doing — just another way he goes the extra mile.

My brother and I live in the same building and I was fortunate enough to watch Kirk in action with my brother’s rescue Boxer dog for several years before we got our own puppy. When we got our dog, I immediately texted Kirk to set up our Frenchie/​Terrier mix. He truly makes it his job to understand your dog and their needs and meets them. He is open and communicative about any concerns you have and as others have said, he treats your dog as his own. I am constantly floored and touched by how much he really cares about each individual dog he works with and how easily the dogs pick up on his positive and calm nature. On the days our dog goes with Kirk I always feel so much better leaving for work in the morning. You won’t regret sending your four-​legged friend out with Kirk, I guarantee it!

Kirk is the best!!! We had gone through a few dog walkers before we found Kirk and we would never trust anybody else. He is genuine and loves dogs. Kirk is very flexible in scheduling and our dog loves him! She comes home happy and tired and always is excited when he comes back.
We have had some dog walkers in the past who forgot to pick up our dog, left our door unlocked and «fudged» the times our dog was out. Kirk has been reliable since day 1. He always leaves a note about what happened that day and leaves the times that he picked her up and dropped her off. He seriously is the best and so down to earth!!! You seriously will not regret using his services!

Kirk is the best. Very dependable. Our dog always comes home happy and tired. We used a service before but didn’t like the constant change-​out of dogwalkers. I am thrilled that Kirk is on his own now. He is also a fantastic pet-​sitter. I would give more than 5 stars if I could!

I wouldn’t trust anyone but Kirk who treats my fur-​son like a member of his own family! I don’t worry at all when Marley and Kirk are together. Peace of mind: priceless. Kirk gives that and more! There are lots of people who will walk your dog when you cannot but VERY few people who will be interested in your favorite creature’s well being and genuine fun! I feel like Marley comes home from the most awesome summer camp ever Monday through Friday. Thank you, Kirk for that extra special something you give.

Kirk is a down to earth guy who genuinely loves dogs. When under his care, he treats your dog as his own. My terrier mix is a little bit timid towards some people and she took to him right away! He has a great aura to him and the dogs really pick up on that. She always gets so excited when he comes and can’t wait until she’s in his arms! He really knows how to tire her out and he always shows me helpful tips in training her. Very knowledgable and best dog walker in town in my book! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!