F.A.Q.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before joining the Doggy Dawdles pack

  • What animals do you cover?

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.

  • Wedding Chaperone

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.

  • Pet Sitting – Tell me more

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.

  • Drop in visits

Perfect for the elderly, & puppies, for toilet breaks. As well as cats and other small pet animals for feeding and litter change. 20 minutes

  • Dog Training

We offer training for all ages of dog from ENS to adult. Training covers basic obedience, reactivity, socialisation, puppy essentials, etc.

  • Transportation Service

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.

  • Can you administer medication?

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.

  • Extra fees

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.

  • Are you insured and trained?

Yes — we are fully insured, DBS checked, and trained in canine behaviour, welfare and safety protocols. This includes canine first aid.

  • Is my dog walked off-lead?

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.

  • Do you walk reactive or nervous dogs?

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.

  • What dog walks do you offer?

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

  • What areas do you cover?

Walks – Tranent (Blindwells); Prestonpans; Port Seton; Wallyford & surrounding areas

Pet Sitting – East and Mid Lothian & Surrounding area

Chaperone – Scotland and Borders

  • Where can I find your policies?

Dirty dog; Cancellations; Terms & Conditions; Refunds; Complaints; and more

Policies and Terms

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