Our first pass found only a single Rover profile for Herefordshire and no independent dog walker we could verify. Google Maps gives us a better shortlist: six businesses that appeared for Herefordshire have a listing, their own website and at least 10 reviews, all rated 5.0 when we checked. We haven’t tested any of them, so treat this as a list to meet, and check each one covers your town.
Walkers with a Google Maps listing, a website and 10+ reviews
Hounds on Holidays
★★★★★ 5.0 · 74 Google reviews
Markets itself mainly as home boarding. Lists a website. Ask where they operate.
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We Love Pets Hereford
★★★★★ 5.0 · 46 Google reviews
Dog walker, pet sitter and home boarder. Lists a website. Ask where they operate.
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Ben’s Dog Walking
★★★★★ 5.0 · 26 Google reviews
Lists a website. Ask where they operate.
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Wilder Walkies
★★★★★ 5.0 · 19 Google reviews
Lists a website. Ask where they operate.
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Wuff wuff walks
★★★★★ 5.0 · 14 Google reviews
Lists a website. Ask where they operate.
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MyPet Animal Services
★★★★★ 5.0 · 10 Google reviews
Lists a website. No town shown, so ask where they operate.
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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
A Herefordshire search also returns walkers based in Malvern and across the Welsh border, such as The Malvern Dog Walker and Emma’s Zoo, and we’ve left those out. Our earlier Rover lead, a Ledbury walker with 92 reviews, still has no insurance or DBS evidence we could see. Herefordshire Council confirmed it runs no dog-walker licensing scheme, so the checks below are down to you. Home boarding is licensed, so ask Hounds on Holidays or We Love Pets to show their licence.
What to ask before you book
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. See our Herefordshire dog walks guide for site rules.
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 Herefordshire dog services hub.
Walkers aside, a private, fenced space can make a nice change of pace for your dog. See our secure dog fields in Herefordshire, and our dog-friendly pubs, cafés and restaurants in Herefordshire for somewhere to relax after your walk.
Frequently Asked Questions
How did you choose these Herefordshire 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 Herefordshire?
Herefordshire Council confirmed it runs no dog-walker licensing scheme. 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.
