Hi Dianne,

Just finished your book and wanted to let you know that it was the final piece in the puzzle for my wife and I. Susan works for the local school system here in upstate NY and I recently sold my business and have decided to start dogwalking/boarding in the next few months. We're animal lovers (we currently share our home with two Labs, one Pug and a 10 year old Persian Cat.) and have been toying with the idea of starting our own pet care business and after reading your book, we've decided to go for it. Thanks for a very informative and enjoyable read!!!

Joel Garwood

Thank you so much for your prompt reply. I had no idea that it would be you who responded to my e-mail. I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed your book "The Face In The Window". I've read it 4 times in 2 weeks! As I go about setting up my dog walking business, I'm sure I will refer to your book many times for inspiration and good advice. My company is called "Kecy & Kompany Dog Walking Service". I named it after my own dog (20 month old Goldendoodle named Kecy) who is the inspiration behind my decision to become a professional dog walker. She's the love of my life and has taught me many life lessons, such as living in the moment. I hope to have a website set up soon.

Thanks again for your help!

Sincerely,
Eileen Cleland Kennedy
Surrey and Delta B.C.

Dianne,

I just finished your book and I loved it! It was so insightful. I've already ordered myself a fishing vest for my future endeavour as a dogwalker. There were so many practical and commonsensical ideas in your book, I had so many eureka moments (of course, of course, why didn't I think of that?!)

Your book (forgive the pun) is dog-eared and highlighted all over. I will have to read it again. I can't wait to emulate your life.

My love for my two bichons dominates my life. So too, my love for animals, esp dogs. They have inspired this new direction in my life.

Iza Fernandez
Toronto, Ont.

Dianne,

Thanks so much for the information on the insurance and a lead on who to speak to.

I also received and read your book. I found the information very useful. Your path in life reflects how I would like to proceed - I even lived in the Beaches at one time!

All the best to you,

Dee Lynn
Ottawa, Ont.

I got your book in the mail this morning and couldn't put it down - read it cover to cover. You gave such valuable information in such a humourous and touching way - THANK YOU. It has and will help me very much in starting my own dog walking business.

Angie-Zylak Shaw.

Dear Dianne,

Thank you very much for send me your book, "A Guide to Professional Dog Walking". The book was everything I hoped it to be, plus more. I just received it today and have already completed the book. It was just too darn hard to put down, although I had to a few times, since I was at work.

I found your book to be very informative, seeing as I would like to start my own business, especially the parts regarding the public making false accusations and the police event. I guess people are jealous since you have a job doing what you love! I had to hold back the tears while reading about Cindy and Snow, which unfortunately is inevitable, but we all try not to think about the day our beloved companions will leave us.

I now have a greater perception and understanding of what this profession entails, which has helped me in a tremendous way. Thank you again, your book was very entertaining!

Yours truly,

April Demerah.

Michael.

Dianne

Your book arrived at 8am yesterday morning and I took it upstairs and spent three hours in bed sandwiched between two dogs and my seven year old son. The 13yr is too cool for cuddles. I loved it, related to so much of it and learnt stuff too.

Fiona Mackenzie