Our first pass found no East Riding dog walker we could verify. Google Maps shows a few: six businesses that appeared for the East Riding of Yorkshire have a listing, their own website and at least 11 reviews, all rated 4.6 or better when we checked. We haven’t tested any of them, so treat this as a shortlist to meet, and check each one covers your town.
Walkers with a Google Maps listing, a website and 10+ reviews
Cooper & Co. Dog Walking Services
★★★★★ 5.0 · 22 Google reviews
Lists a website. Ask where they operate.
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Hound2Heel
★★★★★ 5.0 · 21 Google reviews
Lists a website. Ask where they operate.
View on Google Maps
Wright Dog Walker Hedon
★★★★★ 5.0 · 17 Google reviews
Hedon, east of Hull. Lists a website.
View on Google Maps
Holmes Dog Walking Service
★★★★★ 5.0 · 16 Google reviews
Lists a website. Ask where they operate.
View on Google Maps
Walking with Canines
★★★★★ 5.0 · 14 Google reviews
Lists a website. Ask where they operate.
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All Creatures Great and Small Pet Services
★★★★★ 4.6 · 11 Google reviews
Lists a website. Ask where they operate.
View on Google Maps
Most listings give no clear town, so ask where each walker operates. Google ratings come from the public and we haven’t checked them independently.
Other listings we left out
Steph Dog Walker Beverley (5.0 from 25 reviews) has no website on Google, so it misses our bar; it may still be good. Bridlington Dog Walker has a website but only 9 reviews, just under our line. A search for the East Riding also returns York Dog Walkers, which sits in York, and we’ve left it out. Many other listings have only a few reviews, and we haven’t named them.
What to ask before you book
We found no East Riding scheme that licenses dog walkers alone. Ask to see proof of public liability insurance, whether the walker is DBS checked, and what first-aid training they hold. Ask how many dogs they walk at once, where they walk, and whether your dog travels in a vehicle. A meet-and-greet with your dog is worth the time. Beach rules change with the season, so see our East Riding dog walks guide.
A new walker can be a big change for a sensitive dog. A calming bite may help take the edge off, and if your dog is anxious about being handed over, speak to your vet or a qualified trainer. For more, see our East Riding dog services hub.
If you are planning your dog’s week around a new walker, our East Riding secure dog fields guide is worth a look for a fenced space to stretch out, and our dog-friendly pubs, cafes and restaurants in the East Riding are there for a well-earned stop afterwards.
Frequently Asked Questions
How did you choose these East Riding dog walkers?
Each has a Google Maps listing with its own website and at least 10 reviews. We haven’t tested them, so meet any walker first and ask for proof of insurance.
Do dog walkers need a licence in the East Riding?
We found no licence scheme for walking alone. Home boarding and day care are licensed activities, so ask to see the licence if a walker offers either.
What should I ask a dog walker before booking?
Ask about insurance, DBS checks, first-aid training, how many dogs they walk at once and whether dogs travel in a vehicle.
Written by Georgiana & Figo, who is very particular about who holds the lead.
