It’s tempting to opt for the cheapest insurance quote, especially when you first start up your business, and then hope you’re covered for every eventuality. (If you’re wondering if you need insurance at all, check out our previous article on the subject here; do I really need insurance?) Taking some time to understand some of […]
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Having a specific, dedicated dog walking bag makes your working day that much easier. Having all the essential items in one place, rather than being scattered across multiple jackets and pockets means you’ll never forget anything again. Benefits of a dog walking bag Opting to have a bag rather than using pockets means; 1. Barking
As an experienced dog walker, you understand the importance of having the right leads for your walks. Sometimes the lead that the owner has left out for you is just not suitable, comfortable or reliable enough for the dog you’re walking. A good lead should be comfortable, durable, and most importantly, safe. With so many
You already know how important it is to have treats on hand to reward good behaviour, especially recall, but with so many treat pouches on the market, how do you know which one is the best for your group walks? Specific Requirements Professional dog walkers often have different requirements for treat pouches than the average
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Private dog walking fields are a fantastic way to keep you and your groups safe, or your reactive dogs relaxed, but walking in the same place each time can become boring, not just for the dogs, but for you too! So how can we make a dog walk more exciting? While dogs may have routines
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We’ve all spotted the adverts on Gumtree or Facebook, where a local kid is looking to earn some money by offering a dog walking service. But in the UK, what are the rules and regulations, can they be insured under 18 and at what age CAN someone become a dog walker? (and if you’re in
New clients often have puppies who aren’t quite old enough to go on the long, hour-plus walks with your usual groups so most dog walkers start with puppy visits. But what exactly can you do during a puppy visit once all the obvious things have been taken care of? Let’s take a look at the
If your new client tells you that their dog is a ‘bit reactive’ it’s wise to walk them solo and in locations which reduce the chance of them becoming reactive. If you want to brush up on what a reactive dog is, check out our article here; What is a reactive dog? Choosing where to
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Most professional dog walkers will have to make the decision at some point in their business whether to charge clients a retainer or not. The most common situation is a client who is a teacher who does not need their dog walking during school holidays. And the question for the dog walker is… Should you
In the UK, the law states that a dog must be suitably restrained while in a vehicle to prevent them from causing a distraction to the driver or injury to themselves or a passenger. So when transporting dogs in a car or van, you must ensure that you meet these legal requirements as a minimum.
