FAQ: What Should I Ask a Dog Walker?

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.

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.

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.

As a professional dog walker and trainer, one of the questions I get asked regularly is: