You just found Steamboat’s most trusted pet care.

From off-leash hikes to cozy in-home visits, we bring fun, enrichment, and love to all pets, big and small.

Our professionally trained, employee-based team keeps every adventure safe, tracks every step with GPS, and sends you photos and detailed updates so you never miss a moment. Fully insured and bonded for complete peace of mind.

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Life in Steamboat is full of adventure — for you and your pets.

But real life can get busy:

  • Workdays that stretch too long

  • Travel and vacations

  • Seasonal schedules

  • Multiple pets with different needs

With Powder Paws, you can see your pet thrive with more engagement, consistency, and someone who truly understands them. From high-energy dogs craving adventure to shy cats needing gentle and thoughtful care, our professionally trained staff is here for you.

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CHOOSE THE CARE STYLE THAT FITS YOUR LIFE

Every household is different. Powder Paws offers both consistency and flexibility without sacrificing professionalism.

The Consistency Plan

Perfect for households with active pets or busy schedules.

• Recurring weekday walks, hikes, or in-home visits
• Priority scheduling
• Same trusted caregiver whenever possible
• Behavioral support for dogs, enrichment for cats and small pets
• Lower per-visit rate for ongoing care
• Predictable, calm routines

The Flexible Plan

For households needing freedom week-to-week.

• Book services as-needed
• No weekly commitment
• Ideal for hybrid schedules, travel, or supplemental enrichment
• Great for multi-pet households with varying needs

Not sure which is right for your pets? We’ll help you decide during your Meet & Greet!

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What Makes Powder Paws Different

We’re not a gig-based service. We are a Steamboat founded, woman-operated, personalized, full-service pet care company.

That means:

  • Trained caregivers for dogs, cats, small pets, and livestock

  • Structured group hikes and enrichment activities for social pets

  • GPS-tracked walks and detailed visit reports

  • Background-checked, trained, professional employees

  • Organized systems and processes

  • Simple scheduling and payment through Time to Pet

  • Detailed and reliable communication with photos and video via text

  • Fully insured and bonded

Your pets aren’t randomly assigned — they are placed intentionally for their safety and enjoyment.

OUR CORE services

PREMIUM DOG WALKING

Engaging walks to relieve busy owners, reduce anxiety, and improve dog behavior on walks and at home. Ideal for busy owners who want a calmer dog by the end of the day.

Structured Off-Leash Group Adventure Hikes

Guided trail hikes with carefully matched dogs. Safe socialization, recall reinforcement, and real mountain exercise led by certified Pack Leaders.

In-Home Pet Sitting

Professional and insured pet care in your home with detailed updates and photos, reliable coverage, and zero stress while you travel.

Vacation & Temporary Care

Visiting Steamboat with your pet? You can ensure they enjoy their vacation too with full-coverage care package options full of fun, love, and adventure!

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HOW IT WORKS

  1. Schedule Complimentary Meet & Greet
    We meet you and your pets, evaluate temperament, and learn your goals.

  2. Choose Your Plan
    Recurring or flexible — the right care for your lifestyle.

  3. Watch Your Pets Thrive
    Receive GPS-tracked adventures, detailed visit reports, amazing photos, and consistent communication for every pet in your household.

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OUR PROMISE

Your pet will be safe and cared for by vetted individuals experienced in pet care, handling, behavior, and body language.

You deserve peace of mind when you’re away from your pet, so we handle everything with care, consistency, and clear communication.

You and your pet’s needs and lifestyle will be met with consistent, reliable availability and personalized flexibility, so you don’t worry when change happens.

You’ll see how much fun your pet is having via daily text and photo updates followed by a digital report card with GPS tracking.

Your pet will make new best friends, and you won’t ever have to find another dog walker or pet sitter again!

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WHAT CLIENTS NOTICE

“Lexie and her team are toTop notch! They show up when promised, they return when promised and in between they show our pup, Georgie, a thrilling, exhausting time! Oh to be a Powder Paws dog! The team of humans and dogs all get along, the excitement we see in Georgie as she waits and hopes that it’s another Powder Paws day, and the reports and photos that we get afterward all show that Lexie and company have a great formula! You can trust you dog to them, and trust me, you and your pup will be delighted.”

-Ken B.

“Lauren took great care of my 2 cats while I was away! I’ve used powder paws twice now. They are extremely reliableand communicate regularly with updates and pictures. They took the time to meet my cats in person before I went away which I really appreciate!”

-Sabrina W.

“We booked at the very last minute over the crazy Christmas holiday time for our Lab, Jake, for the day. We could not leave him in the hotel while we went skiing. He had the best day. So much exercise. I wish we had booked sooner. Amazing person. Ten stars recommendation. Happy new year”

-David K.

Five dogs sitting on snow-covered trail in a winter landscape with bare trees and bushes, clear blue sky in the background.
A brown dog with a collar standing on a rock overlooking a scenic landscape with trees, houses, and hills in the background.
A fluffy gray cat with green eyes lounging on a gray couch in a cozy living room, with potted plants and a colorful rug visible.

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Founded in Steamboat Springs, Co
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