Business Details
9 Years
experience
Trusted Dog Care Services in Cheltenham
The Dog Walker has been providing professional dog care services since 2017, offering dog walking, day care, and home boarding across Cheltenham and surrounding areas. Our team, composed of lifelong dog owners and experienced handlers, prioritises the well-being and happiness of every dog in our care. We operate with full transparency, holding all necessary licenses and insurance to ensure compliance with local regulations. Our services are designed to meet the specific needs of dogs and their owners, combining structured routines with personalised attention. With over six years of operational experience, we have built a reputation for reliability and trustworthiness within the community.Our facilities include purpose-built transportation and a countryside day care centre spanning 60 acres of private land. We implement strict safety protocols, including DBS-checked staff and secure collection/drop-off procedures. Our commitment to quality care is reflected in our tailored services, which cater to puppies, social dogs, and those requiring short-term boarding. We maintain open communication with owners through regular updates and flexible scheduling options. Our dedication to continuous improvement ensures that every dog receives the highest standard of care, fostering both physical and social development in a safe environment.
Services
Dog Walking
Day Care
Home Boarding
Puppy Visits
Hound Hotel
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We have over 6 years of experience in professional dog care.
- Our team consists of certified dog handlers with lifelong experience.
- We operate with full transparency and hold all necessary licenses.
- Our services are tailored to individual dog needs and owner schedules.
- We provide secure collection/drop-off with DBS-checked staff.
What people say
Trusted by rescue dog owners
Improved socialisation skills
Reliable last-minute support
Dogs excited to participate
Professional flexible service
Services
Dog Walking
Our dog walking service provides 60-minute countryside adventures with secure transportation and social interaction. Dogs explore varied routes in ventilated, caged vans while maintaining safety protocols. We ensure supervised off-lead play only with owner permission, using tailored routes to stimulate regular walkers. Post-walk care includes towel-drying and return to owners.
Day Care
The Dog Day Care Club offers full-day supervision with structured activities across 60 acres of private land. Services include group walks, basic training, enrichment exercises, and dedicated rest periods. We provide free collection/drop-off with DBS-checked staff and maintain constant supervision throughout each dog's stay.
Home Boarding
Our home boarding service provides a 'home from home' experience with evening family time and daytime access to day care facilities. Dogs receive individualised attention with regular updates sent to owners. This service operates through pre-approved host families to maintain consistent environments for visiting dogs.
Puppy Visits
Specialist puppy care includes short walks, feeding support, and basic socialisation training. Our experienced handlers focus on positive early development through controlled interactions with other dogs. Services aim to build confidence while maintaining safety protocols for young dogs under 12 months old.
Hound Hotel
The Hound Hotel offers alternative accommodation to traditional kennels with family-style living arrangements. Dogs enjoy daytime access to extensive play areas while sleeping in staff homes overnight. This service includes regular updates and maintains strict social dog criteria to ensure compatibility between residents.
People
Bryony
Founder
Bryony established The Dog Walker after identifying a need for reliable dog care in the community. With lifelong dog-handling experience, she oversees daily operations and client relations while managing boarding services.
Nick
Co-Founder
Nick co-founded the business alongside Bryony, bringing extensive dog-handling expertise. He manages transportation logistics and supervises group walks while assisting with training programmes for social dogs.
Tracey
Play Assistant
Tracey supports daily operations as a play assistant, focusing on dog interaction and activity supervision. With years of dog ownership experience, she contributes to maintaining safe and engaging environments during day care sessions.
Katie
Play Assistant
Katie assists with play sessions and dog supervision, applying her knowledge of canine behaviour. She helps maintain structured routines during day care hours while supporting socialisation activities for visiting dogs.
Emma
Shift Manager
Emma coordinates staff schedules and service delivery as shift manager. Her responsibilities include training new team members and ensuring consistent care standards across all services provided by the business.
Questions
Are your services insured?
Yes, we hold specialist animal trade insurance covering public liability, day care, custody, and transportation of dogs.
Do you accept all types of dogs?
We only accept social, friendly dogs that pass our trial period, ensuring safe group interactions at all times.
Can I visit your facilities?
Yes, we encourage pre-booking visits to see our 60-acre site and meet the team before starting services.
What happens if my dog misbehaves?
Our handlers provide constant supervision with immediate intervention to maintain safety and positive interactions between dogs.
Do you offer weekend services?
The day care club operates Monday-Friday, but we provide weekend group walks through our standard dog walking service.
How do you handle emergencies?
All staff hold first aid training with immediate access to veterinary care through our local clinic partnerships.
