Business Details
21 Years
experience
Professional Dog Walking & Pet Care Falkirk
Established in 2005, Paws and Claws Petcare pioneered dog walking services in the Falkirk area. Our philosophy centres on treating every dog as if it were our own, offering tailored care that includes group walks, solo walks, and home boarding. With over 25 years of experience in gamekeeping and dog training, our founder Andy Astley leads a passionate team dedicated to animal welfare. We prioritise safe, stimulating environments for dogs to exercise and socialise, whether through daily walks in scenic countryside locations or our monthly 'Puppies on Tour' beach excursions.Our small animal care service extends this commitment to pets beyond dogs, ensuring comprehensive support for all furry companions. Clients consistently praise our reliability, flexibility, and the visible joy their pets experience during our care. Operating in all weather conditions, we maintain professional standards with purpose-built transport and secure handling procedures. Our mission remains to provide peace of mind for owners while enhancing their pets' health and happiness through expert-led services.
Services
Dog Walking
Home Boarding
Small Animal Care
Puppies on Tour
Group Walks
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of professional dog training and handling experience
- Secure, purpose-built transport with individual animal compartments
- Daily walks in 6+ scenic countryside locations across Falkirk
- Team of certified animal care specialists with proven expertise
- Flexible services accommodating sudden schedule changes
What people say
Exhausted but happy dogs
Peace of mind for owners
Flexible service adjustments
Professional animal handling
Visible pet enjoyment
Services
Dog Walking
Daily supervised walks in secure countryside locations, available as 30 or 60-minute sessions. Services include group walks for socialisation and solo walks for individual attention. Professional transport provided with secure handling procedures.
Home Boarding
Overnight care in our purpose-built facility with 24/7 monitoring. Features include spacious play areas, individual sleeping quarters, and structured exercise routines. Regular updates provided to owners during extended stays.
Small Animal Care
Twice-daily home visits for feeding, exercise, and welfare checks. Includes mail collection, plant watering, and basic home security checks. Tailored routines for specific animal requirements and dietary needs.
Puppies on Tour
Monthly beach day trips to Tentsmuir Sands with supervised swimming, fetch games, and socialisation. Includes transport, midday picnic, and post-activity refreshments. Returns tired but contented dogs with sand-filled party bags.
Group Walks
Structured socialisation sessions in scenic woodland locations. Develops pack interaction skills with professional supervision. Available in all weather conditions with appropriate seasonal safety measures.
People
Andy Astley
Founder & Lead Dog Walker
25-year gamekeeping veteran with specialist dog training expertise. Established Falkirk's first dog walking service in 2005. Oversees daily operations and animal welfare standards.
Julie
Co-Founder
Animal welfare advocate with extensive experience in pet care services. Manages client relations and service customisation. Ensures consistent quality across all service offerings.
Questions
What areas do you cover for dog walking services?
We serve Falkirk, Redding, Airth, Maddiston, and Larbert areas with scheduled walking routes in local countryside locations.
Do you offer solo walks for dogs that prefer individual attention?
Yes, we provide tailored solo walks for dogs that benefit from one-on-one interaction rather than group activities.
How do you ensure pet safety during transportation?
Our purpose-built van features secure transporter cages for individual animal containment during loading, transit, and unloading.
What small animal care services are available?
We offer twice-daily visits for feeding, exercise, and house checks, including mail collection and basic home maintenance.
Can you accommodate sudden schedule changes?
Our flexible booking system allows for last-minute additions or cancellations with prior notification.
