Our first pass found no Merseyside dog walker we could verify. Google Maps changes that: eight businesses have a listing, their own website and at least 10 reviews, all rated 4.8 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 area.
Walkers with a Google Maps listing, a website and 10+ reviews
Sunnydays Dog Walking and Pet Sitting
★★★★★ 4.9 · 69 Google reviews
Lists a website. Ask where it operates.
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The Dog Lady
★★★★★ 4.9 · 33 Google reviews
Lists a website. Ask where it operates.
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Trotters Dog Walking
★★★★★ 5.0 · 30 Google reviews
Lists a website. Ask where it operates.
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Petpals Sefton
★★★★★ 5.0 · 30 Google reviews
Sefton. Lists a website.
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Dynamic Dog Walking & Boarding Wirral
★★★★★ 5.0 · 20 Google reviews
Wirral. Lists a website. Offers boarding, so ask to see the council licence.
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Paws For Adventure
★★★★★ 5.0 · 13 Google reviews
Lists a website. Ask where it operates.
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Kayleighs K9 Services Merseyside
★★★★★ 5.0 · 10 Google reviews
Lists a website. Ask where it operates.
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Pawesome Walkies Ltd
★★★★★ 4.8 · 21 Google reviews
We couldn’t place its town, so ask where it operates.
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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
Sefton Pet Sitting (4.8 from 17 reviews) has no website on Google, so it misses our bar. A Merseyside search also returns walkers based in Warrington and elsewhere in Cheshire, and we’ve left those out, along with listings that have only a few reviews. Walkers who also offer boarding, such as Dynamic Dog Walking & Boarding, should hold a council licence, and you can ask to see it.
What to ask before you book
We found no Merseyside-wide scheme that licenses dog walkers alone, though the councils differ, so ask yours. 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 matter along this coast, so see our Merseyside 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 Merseyside dog services hub.
Your dog’s week doesn’t have to stop at the walk. If they’d enjoy a fenced space to stretch their legs, try our secure dog fields in Merseyside, and for somewhere to sit down afterwards there are our dog-friendly pubs, cafés and restaurants in Merseyside.
Frequently Asked Questions
How did you choose these Merseyside 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 Merseyside?
We found no licence scheme for walking alone. 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.
