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A recent analysis of UK skilled worker visa data has revealed that professional dog walkers are among the occupations eligible for work visas. According to Home Office records, 334 visas were issued for “animal care service occupations,” which include dog walkers and groomers. Skilled Worker Visa This finding, uncovered by an Oxford academic, has sparked

In a significant move to regulate professional dog walking, The Windsor Estate has announced new measures requiring permits and enforcing stricter guidelines for dog walkers operating within its lands, including Windsor Great Park, Swinley Forest, and Buttersteep Forest. These changes, effective from March 31, 2025, aim to enhance public safety, protect the environment, and ensure

The Welfare of Dogs (Scotland) Bill (2025) has introduced provisions requiring a new code of practice for individuals acquiring or transferring ownership of a dog. This ground breaking initiative aims to promote responsible pet ownership and protect the welfare of dogs across the country. With growing concerns about unethical breeding practices, abandoned pets, and the

As a professional dog walker in the UK, you’ve always prided yourself on providing top-notch care for your furry clients. However, recent changes in dog walking licence requirements across various regions are shaking up the industry. While the UK doesn’t have nationwide regulations for dog walking businesses, a growing number of local councils are implementing

The COVID-19 pandemic’s lockdown periods sparked a surge in pet adoption across Britain, with many households welcoming dogs into their homes as a source of comfort during isolation. However, as normalcy returned and people headed back to their workplaces, a new challenge emerged: ensuring their pets received adequate exercise and attention during working hours. This

Recently, changes have been announced for Banstead Commons, which will directly impact dog walking services in the area. If you’re a professional in the field, here’s what you need to know and how you can adapt. The New Regulations Starting April 2025, professional dog walkers who wish to use Banstead Commons will be required to

The UK’s Dangerous Dogs Act (DDA) was introduced in 1991 with the primary aim of reducing dog attacks and ensuring public safety. This legislation mandates that all dogs must be kept under control at all times, regardless of breed, imposing strict regulations on owners to prevent incidents involving aggressive or dangerous dogs. Recent events, such

Auckland council are considering imposing limits on the number of dogs anyone can walk at one time following several incidents involving pack walks supervised by professional dog walkers. Most recently, Kippa, a family dog, was mauled to death when set upon by a pack of 14 dogs walked by a pro dog walker. In the