Friday, March 4, 2011

What You Need To Know About Choosing A Dog Walking Service

By Glenn Beardsley


When you have a dog, you want to make sure they're happy and healthy. Sometimes though, it can be hard to find the time to take them for all the walks they need. If you're struggling, then finding a dog walking service is a great solution for both you and your dog. You can easily find good services by searching on the internet and in the phone book. It's often more convenient for everyone if you go for a local service, so have a look for one close by.

The service on offer is obviously really important, so think about what you need and whether it's offered by your prospective services. For instance, you need to think about how often you would like your dog to be walked (once or twice a day are common options). You should also consider whether you just need an occasional dog walker or if it will be more of a regular arrangement, as this might affect the service you ultimately decide to use for your dog.

Cost is also an important component of choosing a dog walking services, so you should ask your prospective companies for a breakdown of the charges for various services. You might, for instance, be able to get a small discount if you use the service regularly. There might also be charges for different times of the day or if you want to have your dog walked separately from all the other dogs they walk. It's really important that your budget can cover the costs of the service.

It's also useful to know exactly who will be walking your dog, so ask your potential walking services whether you are given a dedicated dog walker. Some services might change your walker depending when your dog is being walked and who is available at the time, while others might give you a dedicated person who will always be in charge of your dog. This is especially important if your dog doesn't like people they don't know or if they're afraid of certain types of people.

One last thing to consider when making your choice is the reputation of the service. Ask them for some recommendations or referrals from the current and previous customers. This will help give you peace of mind while your dog is with them and tell you more about their service. Also ask people you know if they have any recommendations of dog walking services they might have used in the past as this can be a great way of making sure you get the best option for your dog.




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