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Walk The Walk: Your No BS Guide to Building a Dog Walking Buisness
Tired of the 9-to-5? Dream of turning your passion for dogs into a real, sustainable career? This is the guide for you.
Let’s be honest, if you’re reading this, you’re probably obsessed with dogs. You’re the person who crosses the street to say hello to literally any dog, whose camera roll is 90% pictures of your own dog, and who knows every dog's name in the neighbourhood but couldn't tell you a single owner's name to save your life. I get it. I was you.
But loving dogs is just the start. Building a professional dog walking business that you can be proud of—and that actually pays the bills—takes skill, patience, and a healthy dose of grit. It’s not all sunshine and easy days. It’s a real, demanding, and incredibly rewarding business.
"Walk the Walk" is your no-BS guide to building that business.
Written by Kelly Roberts, a professional dog walker and trainer who left a career in hospitality to build her dream job, this guide is packed with real-world advice, hard-won lessons, and the professional systems you need to succeed. No fluff, no fantasy—just the practical, honest truth about what it takes.
Who is this guide for?
•The Aspiring Dog Walker: You’re just starting out and want to build your business the right way from day one.
•The Established Dog Walker: You’ve been in business for a while, but you’re ready to level up, scale your operations, and increase your profitability.
What You’ll Learn:
•The Business Essentials: How to set up your business legally, get the right insurance, and manage your finances without the headache.
•Pricing and Marketing: How to price your services confidently, attract your ideal clients, and market your business authentically.
•The Complete Client Onboarding System: A step-by-step process for onboarding new clients, including the crucial solo assessment walk to set every dog up for success.
•Professional Walk Management: Master the art of managing a group of dogs safely and confidently, understand canine body language, and handle difficult behaviours like a pro.
•Safety and Emergencies: How to create an emergency action plan and what to do when things go wrong.
•Scaling Your Business: How to hire your first employee, build a team, and grow your business beyond just you.
What You’ll Get:
•23 Comprehensive Chapters: A complete roadmap covering every aspect of the business.
•3 Professional Templates: A customizable client contract, veterinary release form, and client information form.
•Real-World Scenarios: Honest advice on everything from dealing with reactive dogs to managing client expectations.
•The Confidence to Succeed: The tools and knowledge to build a professional, profitable, and fulfilling dog walking business.
If you’re ready to stop dreaming and start doing, this is the guide you need. Let’s walk the walk.
Tired of the 9-to-5? Dream of turning your passion for dogs into a real, sustainable career? This is the guide for you.
Let’s be honest, if you’re reading this, you’re probably obsessed with dogs. You’re the person who crosses the street to say hello to literally any dog, whose camera roll is 90% pictures of your own dog, and who knows every dog's name in the neighbourhood but couldn't tell you a single owner's name to save your life. I get it. I was you.
But loving dogs is just the start. Building a professional dog walking business that you can be proud of—and that actually pays the bills—takes skill, patience, and a healthy dose of grit. It’s not all sunshine and easy days. It’s a real, demanding, and incredibly rewarding business.
"Walk the Walk" is your no-BS guide to building that business.
Written by Kelly Roberts, a professional dog walker and trainer who left a career in hospitality to build her dream job, this guide is packed with real-world advice, hard-won lessons, and the professional systems you need to succeed. No fluff, no fantasy—just the practical, honest truth about what it takes.
Who is this guide for?
•The Aspiring Dog Walker: You’re just starting out and want to build your business the right way from day one.
•The Established Dog Walker: You’ve been in business for a while, but you’re ready to level up, scale your operations, and increase your profitability.
What You’ll Learn:
•The Business Essentials: How to set up your business legally, get the right insurance, and manage your finances without the headache.
•Pricing and Marketing: How to price your services confidently, attract your ideal clients, and market your business authentically.
•The Complete Client Onboarding System: A step-by-step process for onboarding new clients, including the crucial solo assessment walk to set every dog up for success.
•Professional Walk Management: Master the art of managing a group of dogs safely and confidently, understand canine body language, and handle difficult behaviours like a pro.
•Safety and Emergencies: How to create an emergency action plan and what to do when things go wrong.
•Scaling Your Business: How to hire your first employee, build a team, and grow your business beyond just you.
What You’ll Get:
•23 Comprehensive Chapters: A complete roadmap covering every aspect of the business.
•3 Professional Templates: A customizable client contract, veterinary release form, and client information form.
•Real-World Scenarios: Honest advice on everything from dealing with reactive dogs to managing client expectations.
•The Confidence to Succeed: The tools and knowledge to build a professional, profitable, and fulfilling dog walking business.
If you’re ready to stop dreaming and start doing, this is the guide you need. Let’s walk the walk.