Our first pass found North Yorkshire too thin for a dog walkers page. Google Maps shows more: eleven businesses that appeared for North Yorkshire 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 town.
Walkers with a Google Maps listing, a website and 10+ reviews
Woof & Walk Skipton
★★★★★ 5.0 · 49 Google reviews
Lists a website. Skipton area.
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Laura’s Paws Dog Walking
★★★★★ 5.0 · 42 Google reviews
Lists a website. Ask where they operate.
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A Walk In The Bark Ltd
★★★★★ 5.0 · 30 Google reviews
Lists a website. Ask where they operate.
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A Love of Dogs
★★★★★ 4.9 · 27 Google reviews
Lists a website. Ask where they operate.
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Paws For Walks Harrogate
★★★★★ 5.0 · 22 Google reviews
Lists a website. Harrogate area.
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All Four Paws
★★★★★ 5.0 · 20 Google reviews
Lists a website. Ask where they operate.
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George’s Pet Pals – Tadcaster
★★★★★ 5.0 · 20 Google reviews
Lists a website. Tadcaster area.
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York Dog Walkers
★★★★★ 5.0 · 19 Google reviews
Lists a website. York area.
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George’s Pet Pals – Knaresborough
★★★★★ 5.0 · 13 Google reviews
Lists a website. Knaresborough area.
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The-Dogwalker
★★★★★ 4.8 · 11 Google reviews
Lists a website. Ask where they operate.
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North of Scarborough Dog Walking Services
★★★★★ 5.0 · 10 Google reviews
Lists a website. Ask where they operate.
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Where the name shows a town we’ve kept it; for the rest, ask where the walker operates. Google ratings come from the public and we haven’t checked them independently.
Other listings we left out
York Pet Wellness Services (5.0 from 28 reviews) has no website on Google, so it misses our bar. Several others have a website but fewer than 10 reviews, and we haven’t named them. A county-wide search can also pull in walkers from neighbouring areas, which we’ve tried to leave out. Walkers who offer boarding should hold a council licence, and you can ask to see it.
What to ask before you book
We found no North Yorkshire scheme that licenses dog walkers alone, though 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. Moors, dales and coast all have livestock and seasonal rules, so see our North Yorkshire 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 North Yorkshire dog services hub.
It can help to have a few other ideas up your sleeve alongside a walker. Our secure dog fields in North Yorkshire cover fenced fields your dog can run in, and our dog-friendly pubs, cafés and restaurants in North Yorkshire are there for a break after your walk.
Frequently Asked Questions
How did you choose these North Yorkshire 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 North Yorkshire?
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.
