Top 10 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Dog Walker

Finding the right dog walker is about more than just availability. You're trusting someone with your dog's safety and well-being. Here's what to ask.

Essential Questions

1. What's Your Experience?

How long have they been walking dogs? What breeds do they specialize in?

2. How Many Dogs Do You Walk at Once?

Group walks can be fun, but some dogs prefer individual attention. Know what you're getting.

3. What's Your Emergency Protocol?

Do they know the nearest vet? Do they have pet first-aid training?

4. Are You Insured and Bonded?

Professional walkers should carry liability insurance.

5. How Do You Handle Aggressive Dogs?

What's their approach to managing reactive behavior?

6. What's Your Cancellation Policy?

Understand the terms before booking.

7. Do You Provide Updates?

Will you get photos, GPS tracking, or notes after each walk?

8. What Happens in Bad Weather?

Do they have a rain plan? Will they still walk in light rain?

9. Can You Accommodate Special Needs?

Medications, dietary restrictions, or senior dog requirements?

10. Can We Do a Trial Walk?

A supervised first walk helps everyone feel comfortable.

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