--- title: "About Marpole Dogs" description: "Meet Ken and Yvonne, lifelong dog owners with more than 10 years of professional experience providing patient, reliable and personal care." published_date: "2026-02-20T10:25:45-08:00" canonical_url: "https://marpoledogwalking.com/about-us/" tags: [] --- Owner-operated by Ken & Yvonne - [Home](https://marpoledogwalking.com/) - About Marpole Dogs # Personal Dog Care With Ken & Yvonne - Owner-operated since 2016 - No rotating staff - Marpole, Vancouver We keep Marpole Dog Walking small so care stays personal. Our focus is a calm setting, familiar routines, and clear conversations about what your dog needs. [Check Availability](https://marpoledogwalking.com/contact-us/)[Compare Services & Rates](https://marpoledogwalking.com/services/) Tell us about your dog and the routine you are looking for. Explore [overnight home boarding](https://marpoledogwalking.com/dog-boarding/), [dog walking in Marpole and South Vancouver](https://marpoledogwalking.com/dog-walking/) or [daytime home care](https://marpoledogwalking.com/dog-daycare/) before asking about dates. Each service page explains the care offered; suitability and availability are confirmed with us. ![Yvonne smiling outdoors with three small dogs, two white and one black](https://marpoledogwalking.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/yvonne-and-dogs.webp) Yvonne with three dogs in our Vancouver garden. **Choose the part you need**Click or tap a link to jump to that section. [Meet Ken and Yvonne](https://marpoledogwalking.com/about-us/#meet-ken-yvonne)[Read about experience and matching](https://marpoledogwalking.com/about-us/#experience-fit-first) ## Meet Ken and Yvonne ![Ken and Yvonne Gardner with client dogs in Vancouver.](https://marpoledogwalking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Yvonne-and-Ken-Gardner-with-Client-Dogs-1024x732.webp) Ken and Yvonne Gardner with client dogs — familiar faces, personal care. ### A Local Family Team We are Ken and Yvonne Gardner. Since 2016, we have owned and personally managed Marpole Dog Walking & Boarding Service. Ken also publishes Fruitful Years and other practical information projects. [Read about Ken Gardner’s publishing work](https://fruitfulyears.com/ken-gardner/) Dogs have been part of both our lives since childhood. Our own family dogs have included Chato, a Lhasa Apso, and Shasta, a Lab/Golden Retriever. **This is our home, not a kennel.** We aim to give each dog the patience, attention, and affection we would want for our own, with familiar routines agreed around their needs. [Call 604-809-1761](tel:6048091761) ## Why Small-Scale Matters ### Calm Atmosphere Boarding and daycare are limited to three dogs total across both services combined in a kennel-free home. We pay attention to stress signals, fatigue, leash comfort, and changes in normal behaviour. ### Familiar Routines Walks, meals, rest, and handling are discussed around your dog. Familiar routines and fewer transitions can help suitable dogs feel more comfortable. ### Zero Staff Rotation Care comes directly from Ken and Yvonne, not a rotating employee roster. You know who is caring for your dog and handling the agreed access arrangements. “Ken and Yvonne were kind and lovely people who truly cared for our dog.” — Jessica C., customer review [Read client reviews](https://marpoledogwalking.com/reviews/) ## Experience and Thoughtful Matching ### A Lifetime With Dogs Our experience includes puppies, seniors, anxious rescues, and dogs with different sizes and temperaments. We talk through each dog’s needs to make sure our home and routine are a comfortable match. ### Honest Care Conversations Please share temperament, health, and handling notes. We would rather agree a thoughtful fit than force a dog into an unsuitable setting. ### Regular Updates We regularly share photos and videos on Facebook and discuss practical updates about care. [Facebook Updates (opens in a new tab)](https://www.facebook.com/MarpoleDogWalking/) You can also find our local care posts on [Marpole Dog Walking on Nextdoor (opens in a new tab)](https://ca.nextdoor.com/page/marpole-dog-walking-boarding-service-vancouver-bc/). ## Our Neighbourhood: Marpole, Vancouver Our home base is in a residential part of South Vancouver near parks and green spaces. We serve Marpole and nearby neighbourhoods, including Oakridge, Kerrisdale, and Dunbar when schedule and fit allow. - [Marpole](https://marpoledogwalking.com/service-areas/#marpole) - [South Vancouver](https://marpoledogwalking.com/south-vancouver-dog-care/) - [Oakridge](https://marpoledogwalking.com/service-areas/#oakridge) - [Kerrisdale](https://marpoledogwalking.com/service-areas/#kerrisdale) - [YVR Airport Corridor](https://marpoledogwalking.com/dog-boarding-near-vancouver-airport-yvr/) Walking coverage, boarding and YVR transport arrangements are confirmed individually. Marpole can be convenient for YVR travel. Allow for traffic, terminal access, and the agreed dog handoff rather than assuming a fixed travel time. [Explore service areas](https://marpoledogwalking.com/service-areas/) or browse the [Vancouver Dog Owner’s Manual](https://marpoledogwalking.com/vancouver-dog-owners-manual/). ## Let’s Discuss the Right Care ### Familiar people. Clear arrangements. Share your neighbourhood, preferred dates, and your dog’s routine and handling needs. [Check Availability](https://marpoledogwalking.com/contact-us/) Your place is reserved once we have confirmed the arrangements with you.