Debbie Griffiths Dog Walker

I only offer solo dog walks - just me and your dog. I do not offer group walks. The exception is 'The Doggy Duo' where I walk two dogs who live together and are used to being with and walking together. 

Regular bookings take priority over ad hoc bookings, but I'm very flexible. As long as we've had a Meet and Greet and signed a Flexi Service Agreement, I always say: "If I can, I will. If I can't, I can't"  take your pooch out (or stay with them) whenever you're out or away. 

Flexi agreements can be for a single session or a short-term block booking. 

The Meet and Greet is an introductory meeting and walk, in a public space, for you, me and your dog(s). There's no charge and no obligation for you to take up any of my services. Or for me to take on looking after your pet(s).  It's just a chance to get to know each other and see how we all get on together. 

If both parties wish to go ahead, we will agree a time and I send everything over in a written Service Agreement. 

It depends on the individual dog. It's more about strength. I have small dogs who pull far more than large dogs! For everyone's safety, I do not walk any dog that is too strong for me to control. That's the aim of the Meet and Greet - to make sure we're all confident about me caring for your canine. 

I collect your dog from home and walk them in your local area, depending on what they're used to. And what they and you are happy with. All routes are public and include pavements, green spaces, footpaths, fields and the Greenway. 

To start with, I walk all dogs on their lead. This can include an extending/training lead if that's what they're used to. I will only let your dog off the leash when:

• we are in a place where it's permitted and safe
• I've got to know your dog and trust its recall 
• you've given me your written consent.

I am DBS checked, so you can trust me with your keys and your property. No address is listed on the key fob. I am insured for loss of keys. 

Clients can choose to:

• give me a spare key*
• give me the code to a key safe 
• make an individual arrangement. 

* I carry keys on my person on the day I walk your dog. Afterwards, it is kept securely in a locked box in my home.  

I invoice at the end of the month for the total number of services delivered. Payment is due on receipt of invoice by bank transfer.

I prefer electronic payment, but if you prefer to pay in cash, we can discuss that at the Meet and Greet and include it in your Service Agreement. 

All clients receive a written Service Agreement tailored to their pet's needs. This includes the option to amend/swap a regular slot or to cancel. There is no charge for cancellations made at least 1hr ahead of the scheduled booking. 

I only offer dog sitting in your own home. To offer doggy day care or home boarding as a business in the Stratford on Avon district, all providers need to be inspected by and registered with Stratford District Council. As a new business, I am concentrating on dog walking, but I can let you know about other providers that clients and friends recommend. 

I can feed cats and change their drinking water, but unfortunately, I'm allergic to them so cannot spend a lot of time in a house with a cat. I am not allergic to other animals. Again, I know other dog walkers who are experienced and highly recommended for looking after other small animals.