Advice on finding a dog walker
There's a lot of trust involved in this. Think about it - you're giving someone the keys to your house on a permanent basis and letting them take your precious boys and girls out every day. You're relying on them to make sure your dogs get a good walk every afternoon.
However, if you want a dog and you work then you don't really have any option. So here's some tips to avoid the worst.....
* Try and get a recommendation if you can. Ask around people you know and if you can't find anyone, try the local kennels/vets/clubs etc.
* If you go from a directory, make sure you vet the dog walker thoroughly. Firstly, talk to them - do they sound like "dog people"? Are they insured? Can you get references? How long have they been doing it?
* Go out with them - it means a day off work occasionally but it must be done. I grew suspicious of our first dog walker over about 6 months standing when I went out with her - she couldn't control the pack and just stood in the field and shouted at them - no empathy with the dogs. She quit not long after that.
Find a Dog Walker
Dog walkers in Scotland
Happy Hounds is a dog walking service based in Preston Pans. Happy Hounds offers a professional, experienced and reliable dog walking service. I mainly accept dogs from the following areas: Prestonpans, Wallyford, Port Seton, Cockenzie and Longniddry.
- Experienced reliable dog walker
- Fully insured and police checked
- A trained canine first aider
Jamie Scott
tel: 01875 818 849
mob: 0772 536 5831
www.happyhoundsdogwalking.co.uk
jamie@happyhoundsdogwalking.co.uk
Ark Angels Pet Care Services
Qualified veterinary nurse with 20yr experience available for dog walking, pet sitting, home boarding , microchipping and training. Insured.Police checked.References available.Member of Proffesional United Petsitters.
www.arkangelspetcare.net or phone 07766425566
Barks Dog Walking Service
covering Aboyne and Upper Deeside, Aberdeenshire.
Half to hour walks, individual to pack walks, limited day creche availability,
business/holiday trip packages available. Fully insured.
Call Sarah on 07725990975
email
barksdogwalking@yahoo.co.uk
Doggy Wox
www.doggywox.co.uk
Catering for all aspects of dog care, we are fully insured, and our flexible
approach allows you to relax while we take care of things.
We understand that each animal is an individual, and offer a free initial
consultation where you can let us know your pets needs and services required.
Flexible and professional - Your pet is our number one priority.
info@doggywox.co.uk
Walkbusters
Based in the Glasgow West area
Hard at work? Not enough time to walk your four-legged friend? Not able
to get out the house? Going on holiday or a long weekend? What about a wee day
trip?
Well, just give us a call on 07931 755 050 and we will help!
http://walkbusters.co.uk
lassie11@btinternet.com
Let the Dogs Out
There are many reasons why you may not always be able to walk your dog. Let The
Dogs Out offers a high quality dog walking service in & around Midlothian, to
ensure your dog gets the essential exercise they require to stay healthy &
happy.
07818 683 722
jane@letthedogsout.co.uk
Furry Friends
20/8 Annfield Street
Edinburgh
EH6 4JJ
07933 886685
Pet Royale
(dog walking, home boarding and pet sitting)
Stirling, FK7 8HG
05600 981 720 Landline
07876303700 Mobile
Paws on Parade
07946 351735
info@pawsonparade.co.uk
International Dog Walkers
207/2, Middleton St, Alexandria, Dunbartonshire G83 0DH
Tel: 01389 609126
MrWalker'Z
Chance Inn Cottage, Whitecairns, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire AB23 8UL
Tel: 01358 741915
Lothlorien
147b, High St, Linlithgow, West Lothian EH49 7EJ
Tel: 01506 843118
Safe Paws
6, Drum Court, Dollar, Clackmannanshire FK14 7EQ
Tel: 0845 4677297
Houndsaround
26, Schaw Rd, Prestonpans, East Lothian EH32 9HE
Tel: 01875 814041
New Town Dog Services
Flat 3, 114, McDonald Rd, Edinburgh, Midlothian EH7 4NQ
Tel: 0131 466 2741
K9 Capers (Edinburgh West)
12, Carrick Knowe Rd, Edinburgh, Midlothian EH12 7BG
Tel: 07919 092952
Walk & Sit Pet Services
9, Linn Glen, Lennoxtown, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G66 7LJ
Tel: 07825 093225
Happy Dogs
113, Hill St, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G3 6TY
Tel: 07840 192517
Canine Care Services
24, Lochaline Drive, Cathcart, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G44 3NZ
Tel: 0141 589 4819
Paws Dont Pause
101, Carson Place, Rosyth, Dunfermline, Fife KY11 2SN
Tel: 07895 679527
Jack-Al Dog Walking Service
11, North Park Avenue, Thornliebank, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G46 8PE
Tel: 0141 638 8314
Dogwox
14, Richmondhill Gardens, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire AB15 5LW
Tel: 01224 649928
Absolutely Barking
30, Castle Park, Ceres, Cupar, Fife KY15 5NL
Tel: 01334 828274
K9 2 Equine
25, Ware Rd, Peterhead, Aberdeenshire AB42 1NQ
Tel: 01779 491227
Walkies Dog Walking Service
Ardelve, Farr, Inverness, Inverness-Shire IV2 6XG
Tel: 01808 521477
Wagtails for Dog Walking
55, Feus, Auchterarder, Perthshire PH3 1DG
Tel: 01764 660434
KWD Pet Services
18, Millar Rd, Tranent, East Lothian EH33 2JL
Tel: 01875 616882
Alpha Dog Walks
20, St. Andrews Terrace, Newtonhill, Stonehaven, Kincardineshire AB39
3NH
Tel: 07811 433624
Fiona's Dog Walking Service
6, Durham Crescent, Lower Largo, Leven, Fife KY8 6DN
Tel: 07742 384753
Dogsbuddy
54, Balgownie Rd, Bridge Of Don, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire AB23 8JR
Tel: 07743 219828
Walk Star
326, Hilton Drive, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire AB24 4PY
Tel: 07852 325650
Walks With Dogs
2 Aikenshill Cottages, Foveran, Ellon, Aberdeenshire AB41 6AT
Tel: 01358 743593
Doggie Walks
12, Barr Crescent, Clydebank, Dunbartonshire G81 5NH
Tel: 01389 386554
Woof n Purrs
611, Clarkston Rd, Netherlee, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G44 3QD
Tel: 0141 571 8263
Clive's Dog Walking Service
10, Dreghorn Park, Edinburgh, Midlothian EH13 9PH
Tel: 0131 441 6154
Paw by Paw Dog Walking
6, Stratheden Place, Auchtermuchty, Cupar, Fife KY14 7BD
Tel: 01337 828136
Animal Magic Alford
4, Haughton Square, Main St, Alford, Aberdeenshire AB33 8DW
Tel: 019755 64587
Dandy Dogs Club
12, Ashley Park South, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire AB10 6RP
Tel: 01224 588151
Leaders Dog Walking
Roselea Steading, Kirk Brae, Tarves, Ellon, Aberdeenshire AB41 7JU
Tel: 01651 851399
Dog Ramps
4, Briarhill St, Prestwick, Ayrshire KA9 1HU
Tel: 01292 479037
City Pooch Walks
199, Broughton Rd, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G23 5BP
Tel: 07969 264058
Mucky Paws Petcare
26, Tibbermore Gardens, Perth, Perthshire PH1 2BX
Tel: 07731 844504
Happy Tail's
60, Rockbank Crescent, Glenboig, Coatbridge, Lanarkshire ML5 2TA
Tel: 07857 389036
K9 Power Walkers
6, Moorhill Crescent, Newton Mearns, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G77 6BN
Tel: 0141 616 2494
Big Long Walkies
57, Mortonhall Park View, Edinburgh, Midlothian EH17 8SW
Tel: 0131 258 0984
Maid in Cowal
20, Nelson St, Dunoon, Argyll PA23 7EL
Tel: 07979 784825
Easy Walkers
Grieves Cottage, Ladywell Farm, Logie, Kirriemuir, Angus DD8 5PE
Tel: 01575 575927
Happy Pets Dog Walking
6, Castle St, Tayport, Fife DD6 9AF
Tel: 07923 485692
Citydogs
13, Queen St, Woodside, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire AB24 4EG
Tel: 07939 117562
Happy Dog Pet Services
23, Cowal Place, Dunfermline, Fife KY11 8GP
Tel: 01383 841472
Doddie's Dog Walking Service
9, Altdubh Place, Blackburn, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire AB21 0LP
Tel: 01224 791738
Waggy Tails
1/5, Ross St, Paisley, Renfrewshire PA1 1TH
Tel: 0141 889 4150
Happy Hounds
51, Tullos Crescent, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire AB11 8JW
Tel: 01224 249133
Trotters Dog Walking & Pet Services
19, Gartshore Crescent, Twechar, Kilsyth, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G65 9SU
Tel: 01236 827523
Happy Hounds
41, Hazelwood Avenue, Newton Mearns, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G77 5QT
Tel: 0141 586 6635
Robs K9 Walks
9d, Foundry Lane, Stranraer, Wigtownshire DG9 0DY
Tel: 07716 503355
Muddy Pups
56, Badger Park, Broxburn, West Lothian EH52 5GZ
Tel: 01506 855973
Busy Paws
42, Glenpark Rd, Lochwinnoch, Renfrewshire PA12 4HT
Tel: 01505 844954
Happy Hounds
12, Clune View, Woodlands Of Durris, Banchory, Kincardineshire AB31 6BW
Tel: 07970 058608
Gennas Dog Walkies
185, Millersneuk Crescent, Millerston, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G33 6PW
Tel: 07784 749385
Corstorphine Dog Walking Service
40, Ladywell Avenue, Edinburgh, Midlothian EH12 7LH
Tel: 07967 105256
Dingwall Dog Walking & Pet Care Services
2, Urquhart Rd, Dingwall, Ross-Shire IV15 9PE
Tel: 07749 545708
Paws
137, Whitburn St, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G32 6RD
Tel: 07768 453211
Wagging Tails
The Manse, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire AB51 0LJ
Tel: 01467 672081
City Pooch Walks
11, Penrith Drive, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G12 0DG
Tel: 0141 357 0306
FX Dog Walking
141, Aitken Rd, Silvertonhill, Hamilton, Lanarkshire ML3 7YL
Tel: 07969 348880
Leadson Dog Walking
27, Mearns Walk, Laurencekirk, Kincardineshire AB30 1FA
Tel: 07891 159262
Paws-to-Go
Milldeans Farm Cottage, Star, Glenrothes, Fife KY7 6LW
Tel: 07709 249795
Phil's Dog Walking Service
15, Keptie Rd, Arbroath, Angus DD11 3EB
Tel: 01241 877500
Waggytails
Lyleston House, Cardross, Dumbarton, Dunbartonshire G82 5HF
Tel: 0845 2308504
Dog Walking & Sitting
5, Woodend Rd, Carluke, Lanarkshire ML8 4EF
Tel: 07903 435427
The Dogfather
59, Flinders Place, East Kilbride, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G75 8EZ
Tel: 07863 224988
Active K9s
463, Julian Court, Glenrothes, Fife KY7 6SR
Tel: 07706 630631
Bark Angel
Dean House, Pitconnochie Farm Rd, Crossford, Dunfermline, Fife KY12 8RH
Tel: 01383 723348
K9krazy
65a, Fintry Rd, Dundee, Angus DD4 9EY
Tel: 01382 862971
Dog Walking Service
14, Anderson Drive, Fortrose, Ross-Shire IV10 8TG
Tel: 07842 525903
Off the Paw
21, Mayview Avenue, Anstruther, Fife KY10 3HP
Tel: 07960 801466