About us

DOGWALKIES.CO.UK offers pet care services for pet owners in the North and West of Glasgow.

Dog walking is currently available in Milngavie and Bearsden. Neighbouring areas may be considered. Bookings are very busy so call as soon as you can to ensure a place on the rota.

Other services are available in a wider area including Strathblane, Lennoxtown, Torrance, Milngavie and Bearsden.

How it all started...

Megan, Marley and Hobbs are the inspiration for this service.

Megan arrived first, she’s a lovely collie, so kind and gentle that she used to be a PAT dog in her spare time. As a collie she needs lots of exercise and initially this was fine however after a change of job, a midday walker had to be found.

A number of people were kind enough to walk her as a favour or for a small fee but it always felt like we were leaning on favours and goodwill.

Marley and Hobbs arrived next, old and a bit eccentric and it was obvious that they would never be happy spending their holidays' away from home in a cattery so once again favours were required.

And so the idea of DOGWALKIES.CO.UK evolved and in May 2004 the dream became a reality.

Megan relaxing

Dog Walking

The areas we work in benefit from being near to open countryside and pleasant parks. We aim to get away from the streets in the suburbs. In our customised vehicles we can safely transport your dogs out to fresh air and lots of exercise.

The dogs are exercised in small groups. We do require that our "clients" are friendly towards each other. However, with our extensive experience in handling dogs we can usually resolve any “issues”.

Dogs are initially walked on lead this helps to build a bond of trust between the dog and the handler. If the dog has a good recall then we will allow them to walk off lead. This will only be done if requested by the owners.

It is our intention that our business will not create problems for other users of parks, footpaths and open spaces. We always clean up after the dogs and respect natural habitats of wildlife. Dogs are also supplied with an identity tag with our logo and phone number while walking with us.

You will have the chance to meet with the owner of dogwalkies.co.uk at the registration visit. Details of who will walk your dog will be readily available as will references and police checks. Staff are uniformed and will respect your household security as well as the safety of your pet.

Dog walking prices

We feel our prices reflect the high level of care and attention we aim to provide your pets.

Walks are charged at £9 per walk (one dog) or £16.50 per walk for 2 dogs - Monday to Friday. Occasional weekend walking is also available at a rate of £12 per walk per dog.

Long term customers can pay by standing order and take advantage of discounted fees.

To book a slot or make an enquiry about dog walking contact us.

Home Visits

Cats and other domestic pets (rabbits, guinea pigs, etc) are usually much more independent than their canine pals. They are much happier when left in their own environment and often prefer not to be sent out to board. This is especially true of older or more nervous animals.

We can offer your pet the following service:

- visit your pet in his/her own home
- feed and change water
- clean and change litter trays
- play with them and keep them happy

As well as this we can also help to keep your home secure while you are away on holiday or business in the following ways:

- a regular caller will help to deter any would be burglars
- we will collect your post
- if required we can take in milk bottles or newspapers so you don’t have to cancel them and alert others to your absence
- put out bin bags
- freshen up your house and ensure basic supplies are there for your return (this will be charged separately)

For your peace of mind we carry out police checks on all staff and can supply references. All keys for your property are securely stored.

Home visit prices

We feel our prices reflect the high level of care and attention we aim to provide your pets.

Up to three cats (or one hutch)

£8 per visit
£15 per day (2 visits)

More pets can be catered for but we will have to give you an individual quotation based on your pets' needs.

To make a booking for home visits contact us.

Horses

Having a horse at home can be great but from time to time you might need a little extra help. As a life long rider and previous horse owner, Nicci the owner of DOGWALKIES.CO.UK is delighted to offer a service that might just make life a little easier!

Nicci is a BHS Gold member and currently studying towards the BHS stages exams. She regularly helps out at a local Riding School, rides and cares for Earl (16.1hh Irish Draft Gelding) and occasionally mucks out Brook (16.2hh Thoroughbred/Warmblood).

The owners of these lovely horses are happy to provide references on request.

Nicci will happily and confidently carry out a range of horse care duties including:

- Feeding
- Rugging up
- Turning out
- Mucking out
- Filling haynets, water buckets etc.
- Catching
- Hoof picking and other basic grooming and care requirements

Please note while we are happy to work with owners present, we prefer not to visit livery yards where these services are already on offer from the yard owner.

Prices will be tailored to each individual booking.


Nicci and Earl give dressage a go. Sandyflats Nov 2007	Brook and her owner bonding after a hard session in the school. Sept 2007

Pet Boarding

A full care package is offered with a host family. All food, exercise, medication and other care requirements will be attended to during your pet's visit.

Most small domestic pets can be catered for but bookings are very limited so you might prefer to use our "home visits" service instead.

Prices will be tailored to each individual booking.

Dog Training

If you feel Fido is getting a bit too much of the upper hand then please get in touch.

We can offer practical advice based on real experiences of our own dogs and that of our customers.

We believe in reward based training using a holistic approach to your life with your best friend.

Prices will be tailored to suit individual requirements.

Meet our friends

Simply click on one of the images to see our favourite friends. Images will open in a new window.

Send us your pet pictures. See the contacts page for more details.

Useful Links

The following links might be of use to you and your pet.

Simply click on one of the links to go to the site (opens a new window)

Charities & Welfare

	The UK's leading cat welfare charity, re-homing 60000 cats each year though its nationwide network
	Photos of shelter pets in need of a home, with breed guides and links to other animal resources.
	Animal Assisted Therapy / Pet Insurance / registered hospital / residential homes / school visiting dogs and cats for therapeutic benefit.
	The UK's largest dog welfare charity, outreach programs, education, information, dogs for re-homing, legislation and campaigning.
	The Scottish SPCA is Scotland's leading animal welfare organisation. Our objectives are to prevent cruelty to animals and promote kindness and humanity in their treatment.
	Charitable organisation dedicated to creating a world where the horse is used but never abused.
	The British Horse Society is the UK's largest and most influential equestrian Charity
	Scottish equestrian charity, active in the fields of safety, access, training, and welfare.

Health

	The WALTHAM® Centre for Pet Nutrition is the hub of our global research activities, where we work with dogs, cats, birds, fish and horses.
	An organisation caring exclusively for cats since 1995. If you live in the Edinburgh area of Scotland. Become a web member for free access to our extensive feline health information and advice section and our Cat Chat forum.
	Healthy Pets Insurance, a company specialising solely in UK pet insurance since 1996. Thousands of pet owners already insure with Healthy Pets and more make that choice every day.

Services

	Involved primarily with the proper care of Pets and Property and we set the standards for the Pet and House sitting industry.
	Dogpile.com makes searching the Web easy, because it has all the best search engines piled into one. So you get better results from more of the web.
	UK specialists offer training products and solutions for problem behaviors. Also sells supplies and indulgence items.
	UK Pets News for suppliers, services, manufacturers, vets, insurance, groomers and shops.
	mypetstop® offers luxury dog kennels and cattery boarding in Leeds, Manchester and Tyne and Wear alongside a host of other pet care services.
	Creature Comforts is run by a dedicated and experienced team who can advise and supply an extensive variety of quality pets ranging from hamsters and rabbits to hand-reared parrots and fish. We also stock a large selection of top branded cages, accessories, foods and bedding to suit all your pets requirements.
	K9 capers - Pet Food Shop - Dog Walking - Behavioural Training - Pet Care
	Professional Dog Groomers based in Glasgow. We groom in our own home or yours if suitable. We do not use cages at any time.
	A complete directory of all known dog related sites on the internet.
	Small scale breeder of Russian Blue cats, Glasgow area.
	Mutley & Mog - pet products for Dogs, Cats, Small Animals & Birds
	Professional grooming parlour serving every hairy creature in Glasgow.

Events & Organisations

	The Scottish Kennel Club is the leading canine authority in Scotland, existing for the main purpose of promoting and encouraging the improvement and well being of dogs
	Scotland's oldest cat club, and the second-oldest club in the UK.

Get in touch!

Contacting DOGWALKIES.CO.UK couldn't be easier
Whether it's to make a booking, find out more about the services we offer, or to just send us pictures of your favourite pet, all you have to do is choose one of the methods below.