About Off Leash MKE
Welcome to Off Leash MKE - Pet Care & Dog Adventures!
Milwaukee's Premier Adventure Club for Dogs Since 2016
Since 2016, we've been Milwaukee's trusted Adventure Club for Dogs. Our mission? Providing enriching adventures and top-notch care for your furry friends, so you can focus on your career while we take care of the rest. With neighborhood walks, solo hikes, group playdates, and indoor gym sessions, we cater to busy urban professionals and their beloved pets. Trust us to reinforce good behavior, foster calmness, and ensure safe, enjoyable experiences for every dog & cat. Join Off Leash MKE today and Unleash the Adventure!
Why Choose Off Leash MKE?
Freedom to Explore: We offer more than just walks around the block. Our adventure services are designed to let your dogs roam, sniff, and play in Milwaukee's best dog-friendly locales.
Professional Care: Your pets are in safe hands with our team of experienced dog adventurers. Fully insured and trained in pet first aid & CPR, Fear Free Certifed & FetchFind Approved, we ensure a safe and exhilarating experience for your canine & feline companions.
Peace of Mind for You: Busy schedule? No problem! Our services cater to busy professionals and their furry companions, offering everything from neighborhood walks to thrilling outdoor adventures. With a commitment to excellence and safety, we ensure every dog enjoys a tailored experience. Trust Off Leash MKE for peace of mind while you focus on your career - we'll take care of the rest,
Our Services:
Daily Dog Adventures: From solo hikes to group playdates, our experienced team ensures that every adventure is tailored to your dog's preferences and needs. Trust Off Leash MKE to provide your pet with the ultimate outdoor experience, rain or shine.
Dog Walks & Cat Care: Beyond adventures, we offer top-notch pet care in your home ensuring your pet is happy, healthy, and well-loved in your absence.
NOW TAKING NEW CLIENTS!
Join the adventure today! Contact Off Leash MKE to learn more about our services and schedule a consultation for your furry friend.
MEET the Off leash mke TEAM
Professional, Reliable Pet Sitters You Can Trust
Our team of experienced dog walkers & cat sitters has the knowledge and experience to provide your pet with the best possible care. We run a background check, provide insurance, and train & certify every pet sitter to ensure the safety of your pet. As pet parents ourselves, we understand the importance of trust and reliability in pet care, so we make sure to only hire professionals who have undergone 30 hours of classroom training and 30 hours in the field prior to joining the team. We invest in continuing education so that our team of pet sitters & dog walkers can always be up-to-date on the latest pet trends and practices. Come on and meet our amazing team!
Lori Riegler
Dog Adventurist & Owner
Lori is the passionate owner of Off Leash MKE and her journey into pet care is as intriguing as it is inspiring. With a background in event planning, she returned to Milwaukee in 2008 after a decade in her family's healthcare business. However, her profound love for animals led her to volunteer at the Wisconsin Humane Society, honing her animal care and behavior skills.
Lori's passion extended to dog walking through the Rover app, driving her to establish Off Leash MKE in 2018. Drawing from her healthcare background, she brought principles of compassion, specialized training, accountability, and certification to pet care. Beyond her business, Lori is an advocate for rescue work, actively volunteering for Friends of MADACC and Urban Cat Coalition.
In addition to her professional roles, Lori is a devoted mom to her daughter and a furry family. Her unwavering commitment to Off Leash MKE, combined with her warm-hearted and fun-loving nature, fosters an environment where everyone, whether human or pet, feels cherished. Lori's leadership and genuine kindness make her an exceptional figure in pet care.
Svea Kastens
Team Lead - Pet Sitting & Dog Walking
Svea has been a part of the Off Leash MKE team for almost three years now. She started as a pet sitter and dog walker and quickly worked her way up to lead the team. Svea is reliable, honest, and hardworking--she's the salt of the earth.
Before working with animals, Svea spent time with AmeriCorps & Habitat for Humanity, where she led and developed programs for young adults. She loves working with animals and feels lucky to have found a career that she's so passionate about.
In her spare time, Svea enjoys taking photos (you can check out her work on Instagram @mkedogwalks and bartending at Roman Coin on Brady Street.
Feline Lead
Kim is a pet care professional with Off Leash Milwaukee who brings her dedication and knowledge to every pet care service she provides. With 10 years of experience in pet care with a focus on cat sitting & cat care.
Kim is a foster volunteer for Urban Cat Coalition when she’s not rescuing cats or can find her enjoying a trivia night in Bay View. Kim's great sense of humor also extends to the Off Leash pet chat group where she often shares funny pet stories and pictures - sure to put a smile on your face!
At Off Leash Milwaukee, we are confident that we have found the perfect cat sitter and dog walker in Kim! You can trust her to always provide quality pet care services with the utmost love and attention for your pet.
Racheal has an undeniable passion for pets and loves nothing more than seeing her furry friends happy and healthy. With years of experience under her belt and a true commitment to quality pet-sitting services, she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience and is always going above and beyond for her furry clients. In addition to her certifications and training, she also has an art degree which allows her to provide creative enrichment for dog walks and pet sits. Racheal is an avid traveler who loves to explore new places, so when she’s not pet sitting or dog walking, you can find her camping & hiking. Being a pet parent herself she understands your needs & concerns and is always available to answer any questions or concerns that pet parents might have about their pets' needs.
Meet Arianna, a pet care professional at Off Leash Milwaukee. She is a lover of shelter work & rescue and when she's not with us - you can find her at MADACC where she works full-time as a veterinary technician. In addition to her passion for pet care, Arianna also loves painting & has a green thumb. Arianna strives to ensure that every pet receives quality professional pet care services delivered with love and passion!
As a pet sitter and dog walker, Crosbie is well-versed in pet care and pet health. She is Fear Free Certified, First Aid & CPR Certified, and Fetch Finder approved. Her experience working at local pet daycares makes her an invaluable asset to our team. When not taking care of pets, Crosbie loves coaching soccer, and gymnastics or discovering new music by attending concerts all over the country. We are so lucky to have her on the Off Leash Milwaukee team!
Marsha Zay - CPDT-KA
Marsha, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, became a part of Off Leash MKE in the winter of '23 as a dog walker and adventurist, backed by seven years of professional canine care experience. After relocating outside Milwaukee, we harnessed her invaluable skills in a remote role. Marsha now plays an important part in crafting content for the Unleashed Blog, maintaining client communications, and helping bring Lori's innovative ideas to life. Her adaptability and unwavering commitment continue to drive our team's success, proving that her talents extend far beyond the leash.
Madeline joined our team in the summer of ‘23, diving headfirst into home visits and sniffaris with the finesse of a seasoned pro. The furry members of our pack eagerly anticipate her visits each week, and we couldn't be more grateful to have her as part of our team. Her natural affinity for pets and quick adaptation to the role have made her an instant hit among our clients and their beloved companions.
Donna joined our team in August ‘23 and she has been a great addition to the Off Leash MKE crew! She's a lover of historical fantasy and true crime, takes beautiful photos, and asks great questions. Her tenacious spirit shines through as she fearlessly tackles tricky door codes and the occasional river tumble, all with a great sense of humor. Her presence adds a delightful energy to our Off Leash family.
Taylor Vraney
Taylor is an animal-lover who spent the majority of her life living amongst dogs and cats of various breeds and personalities. However, her start on the professional side of being an animal-enthusiast began when she attended training sessions with her own dog, Daisy. Now, she continues to apply what she has learned and pursue her passion of supporting animals through Off Leash MKE! Since joining the team in the fall of '23, she has received many rave reviews from the merry band of furry friends, and we couldn't be happier to have her on our team!
Siri Hoffmann
Siri has been an animal lover since she was a child. Born and raised in Milwaukee, she finds great importance in community and combines this with her love for animals. She spent summers at her grandparents’ ranches caring for and training all types of animals. As an adult, Siri continued to foster cats and dogs, some with behavioral concerns, from several animal shelters. Her primary passion for dogs developed when she adopted her first rescue dog in 2019 followed by a second in 2022. With both dogs being reactive, she combined her psychology degree and 10 years of behavioral expertise to focus on animal rehabilitation. This led to a newer purpose and drive to work with dogs. Siri enjoys using positive reinforcement and honing the skills necessary for a dog’s individual success. She is a competitive cellist and enjoys the healing properties music has with dogs - something she has experienced first hand with her own rescue. In her free time, Siri volunteers her skills to help the development of Milwaukee's first downtown dog park to continue bettering opportunities for dogs and the Milwaukee community as a whole.
Delaney Meek
Delaney joined our team in October '23, bringing a wealth of experience and passion for pets. Growing up in a lively household with dogs, cats, birds, and turtles, her love for animals developed early. Inspired by her soul dog's needs, she entered the pet care industry, gaining seven years of hands-on experience in dog daycare and boarding. She was sad to leave that role when she moved out of state, but she's excited to make new relationships here in the Milwaukee area! When she's not working for Off Leash, Delaney works at the emergency vet facility in Waukesha (WVRC). And when she's off the clock, you can find her outside hiking, spending time by the water, and occasionally indoors enjoying a good book or movie!
New Staff - Bio coming soon:
Katie Inman
Louisa Van Akkeren
Mikayla Anderson
Mikayla has been working with dogs professionally since 2018 and has a wide range of experience from dog daycares and boarding to pet sitting and dog walking. Advocating for shelter dogs is important to Mikayla and when she's not working for Off Leash MKE, she's voluntering her time at MADACC walking dogs and taking them on field trips. She has an adorable dog of her own, Lilly, a 10 year old rat terrier mix that she enjoys taking on adventures around Milwaukee and spoiling with lots of toys. While she dedicates most of her time to the dogs of Milwaukee, she also enjoys baking, cooking, and spending lots of time outdoors camping, fishing, and hiking.
Training & Certifications
At Off Leash Milwaukee, we're passionate about providing top-notch pet care. Our team is Fear Free Certified and extensively trained in canine behavior, body language, and basic obedience techniques using positive reinforcement. We're also members of the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters, so you can trust that your pets are in good hands.
We believe that training and continuing education are essential for providing great service. That's why each member of our team is certified in CPR & First Aid for both dogs and cats. Plus, we're FetchFind Approved, meaning we adhere to the highest standards for pet safety and security.
No matter what your needs may be, we're here to help! Contact us today to learn more about our services or schedule a free consultation. We can't wait to meet you and your furry family members!
