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Professional Dog Walking course
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Summary

Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand 
Duration
0.8 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students
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Overview

Do you love dogs and want to turn your passion into a rewarding career?
Our Dog Walking Course is designed to teach you everything you need to know about dog walking, pet care, and how to start your own successful dog walking business in the UK.

From understanding your first clients to marketing your services effectively, this Dog Walking training course provides step-by-step guidance for beginners and aspiring professionals. Whether you want to walk dogs part-time or build a full-time dog walking business, this course will give you the knowledge, confidence, and skills to succeed.

Key Features of the Dog Walking Course

  • 100% online – study at your own pace

  • Beginner-friendly with no prior experience required

  • Digital certificate upon completion

  • Lifetime access to all learning materials

Certificates

Curriculum

8
sections
8
lectures
0h 50m
total

Description

This Dog Walking Course offers a complete introduction to the world of professional dog walking and pet care management. Through expert-led lessons and practical insights, you’ll explore everything from setting up your business to building strong client relationships and ensuring canine safety on every walk.

You’ll learn about:

  • The fundamentals of dog walking and responsible pet handling

  • How to set up a dog walking business legally and effectively

  • Marketing your dog walking services to attract loyal clients

  • Managing client expectations and building trust

  • Preparing for your first dog walks safely and confidently

  • Expanding your business for future growth and success

By the end of this course, you’ll understand how to run a professional and ethical dog walking business that provides excellent care for dogs and peace of mind for their owners.

Who is this course for?

This Course is perfect for:

  • Dog lovers who want to turn their passion into income

  • Individuals seeking to start their own dog walking business

  • Pet sitters and animal care professionals looking to expand their services

  • Students interested in careers within the animal care or pet services industry

  • Anyone wanting a flexible, outdoor job working with dogs every day

No prior experience is required – just enthusiasm, patience, and a love for dogs.

Requirements

To enrol in this Dog Walking Course, you’ll need:

  • A genuine interest in dogs and animal welfare

  • A basic understanding of pet care (helpful but not required)

  • Access to the internet and a computer or smartphone for online learning

No formal qualifications are necessary. This Dog Walking training is open to everyone who wants to start or grow their dog walking business.

Career path

Completing this Dog Walking Course can open doors to a variety of rewarding opportunities in the pet care industry.

You could become a:

  • Professional Dog Walker

  • Pet Sitter

  • Pet Care Assistant

  • Dog Daycare Worker

  • Dog Walking Business Owner

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This course is advertised on Reed.co.uk by the Course Provider, whose terms and conditions apply. Purchases are made directly from the Course Provider, and as such, content and materials are supplied by the Course Provider directly. Reed is acting as agent and not reseller in relation to this course. Reed's only responsibility is to facilitate your payment for the course. It is your responsibility to review and agree to the Course Provider's terms and conditions and satisfy yourself as to the suitability of the course you intend to purchase. Reed will not have any responsibility for the content of the course and/or associated materials.

FAQs

Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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