FAQ: What Should I Ask A Dog Walker?
FAQ: What Should I Ask a Dog Walker?
✔️Fully Insured
✔️DBS Checked
✔️Canine 1st Aid Certified
Areas covered:
Worksop and surrounding areas
S80 and S81
Solo and same household multi-dog walks
Training walks for problem pullers
Complementary meet and greet so that I can learn about your dog’s personality, routine, walking needs and favourite treats.
Healthy Walks For Happy, Wagging Tails
Reliable dog walking for busy owners or anyone needing their dog exercised.
Choose solo or same household multi-dog walks. Or if your dog needs some lead work, choose training walks.
Photo and video updates to let you know your best friend is safe and happy.
Solo or Buddy Walks
30 or 60 Minute Walks
Whether your dog is full of energy, enjoys a gentle stroll or falls somewhere in between, I offer flexible walks tailored to suit their needs and routine.
Choose from ad hoc bookings or regular weekly walks for reliable support and happy, well-exercised dogs.
Local Walks Your Dog Will Love
Your dog will be walked straight from your doorstep, exploring local paths, parks and green spaces they know and enjoy.
Care You Can Trust
Friendly, reliable and local, I treat every dog as if they were my own — giving you peace of mind while your dog gets the exercise, enrichment and attention they deserve.
Training Walks
Why not combine your dog’s daily walk with targeted training?
As a qualified trainer, I can help your dog build better habits while out and about in real-life environments. Training walks are designed to improve behaviour, confidence and focus — all while your dog enjoys their walk.
These sessions can help with:
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- Calm starts and exits from the home
- Loose lead walking and lead manners
- Focus and engagement around distractions
- Building confidence outdoors
- Reinforcing good behaviour in everyday situations
A practical, enriching way to support your dog’s training while making the most of their walk.
Dog Walking Prices
Solo or same household multi-dog walks
£10 for 30 minutes*
£18 for 60 minutes*
*£1.50 for each additional dog
Training walks (solo walks only)
£20 for 45 minutes
Limited Dog Walking Spaces Available
To give each client the best support, I only take on a small number of dogs at any one time.
Why Choose Jo's Pet Services
Free meet & greet
Photo, video and message updates after each visit
Regular routes and familiar walks
Flexible booking for regular or ad hoc walks
Extra support for nervous, older or high-energy dogs
Just a quick note from Jo
At Jo’s Pet Services, your dog’s safety, comfort and wellbeing are my priority. For this reason, I do not use slip leads during walks.
Slip leads tighten under pressure and can place unnecessary strain on a dog’s neck and throat, particularly for dogs that pull, are anxious, reactive, small-breed, elderly or have respiratory sensitivities. I believe in using secure, humane equipment that supports calm, positive handling and low-stress walks e.g. Canny Collar.
I kindly ask owners to provide a well-fitted harness or flat collar for all walks and I am always happy to discuss suitable equipment to ensure your dog is comfortable, safe and secure in my care.
FULLY INSURED
Your dog is in safe hands
DBS CHECKED
For your complete peace of mind
CANINE 1ST AID
Prepared for any situation
BALANCED APPROACH
Kind and effective methods that build confidence
TRUSTED LOCAL BUSINESS
Highly recommended by happy clients
How It Works
1. Contact Jo's Pet Services.
Tell me a little about your dog, what area you live in, preferred days and times, and the length of walk you need.
2. Book a free meet and greet
Get to know me and complete a dog walking contract and other admin.
This helps me keep your dog safe and provides peace of mind for you.
3. Relax and let me look after the physical and mental stimulation your dog needs.
Areas Covered By Jo's Pet Services
Worksop, Shireoaks, Rhodesia, Gateford, Carlton-in-Lindrick, Costhorpe, Hodthorpe, Whitwell and surrounding areas
Frequently Asked Questions
Is My dog too old/too young for walks?
Not at all. Dogs of any age can enjoy planned and appropriate walks. Note that puppies will need to be vaccinated and time limitations may apply based on actual age.
Will my dog be required to travel to their walking destination?
No. I walk straight from your doorstep.
Do I need to provide treats and poo bags?
No. I am fully equipped, unless your dog has a limited diet and requires special treats.
Is my information kept safe?
My Commitment to Data Privacy -
Jo's Pet Services is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. I fully comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the UK Data Protection Act.
I ensure that your personal data is:
Processed lawfully, fairly, and transparently.
Collected only for specific, legitimate purposes.
Kept secure and not retained longer than necessary.
Jo's Good Dog Blog related articles
What Being A Dog Walker Means To Me
One of the things I value most about being a professional dog walker is building positive, trusting relationships with both dogs and their owners. Clear expectations help ensure that every dog in my care is safe, happy and well looked after. With this in mind, I wanted to explain a few of the things I require from my clients, what my responsibilities are, and where those responsibilities begin and end.
Hot Weather Tip: Know Your Temperatures
Whenever I check the weather temperatures for the day, I always check the feels like NOT the actual. For example at noon tomorrow the actual temp will be 23º but it will feel like 27º. When I'm walking dogs, I 'MIGHT" (probably wouldn't) take a healthy dog out at 23º but I definitely WON'T at 27º.
Dog Walking in Hot Weather: Keeping Your Best Friend Safe
As temperatures rise, many dog owners look forward to spending more time outdoors with their four-legged friends. However, hot weather can pose serious risks to dogs, making it essential to adjust your walking routine and understand the signs of heat-related illness.
Why I Don't Use Slip Leads
As a professional dog walker and trainer, one of the questions I get asked regularly is:
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Hi, I'm Jo
I've always been passionate about caring for dogs and helping them to live happy and fulfilled lives. With years of experience,
professional qualifications and love for what I do, I treat every dog as if they were my own.
Almond Grove
Worksop, Notts S80 1AU
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