K9 to 5 Blog: Why Hire A Professional Dog walker?

So What makes a Professional Dog walker different?

There are many types of cheeses and wines in the world-and the same holds true for Dog Walkers. Many so called professional are not insured, bonded or Pet First Aid or CPR trained, nor are they able to send in back-ups if something were to happen to them, or something happen to the other dogs they are caring for.

We have been in business for over 7 years serving Jefferson and Waukesha Counties as professional dog walkers.

Each Team Member is insured, bonded, Pet First Aid and CPR certified, Dog Bite Prevention Certified and Certified as Fear Free Pet Professionals. Several Staff are also Certified dog trainers.

We work as a team, so if back up is needed, your dogs wont miss their walks.

As professional dog walkers in the Lake Country area we like to place ourselves as a shining example of doing everything right. Our Clients Dogs are our first priority; their safety and wellness, their comfort and YOUR peace of mind.

If you are looking for a professional, these are some things that you should be looking for:

1.     A dog walker who is at minimum insured and pet first aid and cpr certified.

2.   Years in business over three years. This Career field is a one with a high burn out rate and if someone can weather the storm of the first two years, they should be set for life.

3.  Someone who only walks YOUR dog and your family of dogs at the same time. (Walks should never be combined UNLESS you have given sole and strict permission to the walker.)

4.  Someone who understands canine body language and knows how to read and understands it.

5.  Someone who always does the right thing. This may seem like common sense, but someone who is on the phone and smoking is not this person.

6.  A Dog lover who, in his or her core puts your dogs first. This means not being on the phone booking appointments and chatting.

One of the best ways to find a professional dog walker is to look on PSI or use Google and to call present clients. Do NOT be afraid of asking a potential company for a list of references for their walkers, as, if they are as proud of the team as I am, they will be eager to share.

Lastly, trust your gut. Don’t Just sign up with a company because their rates are the cheapest or they have the soonest availability. Not every Company is a fit for every client and Finding that right fit for your dog is The most important part of this Process.