F.A.Q.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before joining the Doggy Dawdles pack
We cater for most animals that you could have as a pet, including: Dogs, Cats, Birds, Reptiles, Fish, Rabbits, Rodents. If your animal isn’t listed, please get in touch to check if we can help.
Make your Dog part of your big day. Whether its your wedding day or your Anniversary or even a birthday or a smaller event, have your dogs as part of the memory.
Let your animals stay at home while you are away. They get their own home comforts and less stress. I come and stay with your pets in your home, looking after the house as well as the animals.
Perfect for the elderly, & puppies, for toilet breaks. As well as cats and other small pet animals for feeding and litter change. 20 minutes
We offer training for all ages of dog from ENS to adult. Training covers basic obedience, reactivity, socialisation, puppy essentials, etc.
If you need your dog to be taken somewhere, within the UK we can transport them in our Defra approved vehicle. Get in touch via crew@doggydawdles.co.uk for more info.
Yes, we can give oral and injection medication or apply treatments as instructed. Please let us know during your consultation. Get in touch via crew@doggydawdles.co.uk for more info.
We have a couple of extra fees that we may add on to the invoice but we will always let you know that these will be added before the service is booked. Examples may include: Out of Hours; Cancellation; Late fees etc. Get in touch via crew@doggydawdles.co.uk for more info.
Yes — we are fully insured, DBS checked, and trained in canine behaviour, welfare and safety protocols. This includes canine first aid.
Only with your written permission, and only if your dog has demonstrated reliable recall and confidence in the environment. Safety always comes first, so some dogs remain on-lead for their wellbeing.
Yes, depending on the type of reactivity and the dog’s needs.
Many reactive or anxious dogs begin with solo walks and may integrate into a suitable group later if appropriate. We always put welfare first and will be honest if group walks aren’t suitable.
Group Walks – Small groups with socialised dogs.
Max of 6 dogs per group. 1 hour, not including pick up and drop off. Prices start from £15
Solo Walks – Perfect for those non sociable and reactive dogs. 1 hour walk. Prices start from £20
Puppy Walks – they come out with the group to get socialisation. Prices start from £20
Walks – Tranent (Blindwells); Prestonpans; Port Seton; Wallyford & surrounding areas
Pet Sitting – East and Mid Lothian & Surrounding area
Chaperone – Scotland and Borders
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