Services Offered by Dog Walking Companies

If you have a much-loved pet in your house, there are probably many times you want to be there with him but cannot be, due to your own busy schedule. There is no reason you have to cancel or change vet or grooming appointments, if your dog walker offers that as part of their service.

Traditionally, most dog walkers did just that – walked dogs. But as we’ve become busier, many dog walkers have branched out, and are offering other services, especially to consistent clients.

If the weather is bad, perhaps your dog walker can just take your dog out to do his business, and then play with him inside, with his favorite toys. There can be quality time spent even if the weather is a factor. This is also a handy time for your dog’s caregiver to clean out your dog’s crate or kennel, if you use them.

It may also be convenient for you to schedule grooming or veterinarian appointments during their normal business hours, even if those are also your normal hours of work. If your dog walker offers this service, they can take your dog to his appointments, so that you’ll have more quality time to spend with your dog, when you get home.

Your dog walker will also likely be more than happy to spend some play time with your dog, especially if you are out of town or working long hours, and cannot spend the time with him that you would like to. Your dog walker may also be available to walk your dog along with one or another of your neighbors’ dogs, as long as they get along, so your dog can have some canine companionship.

Ask your dog walker, too, if they will top off your dog’s water bowl or bucket, and feed him if you will be especially late in arriving home. All these things will make your absence less stressful on your dog.