Our first pass found only a Rover profile with 48 reviews, just under our 50-review bar, and no independent Shropshire dog walker we could verify. Google Maps gives us a better shortlist: six businesses have a listing, their own website and at least 11 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
Lindy’s Leads
★★★★★ 5.0 · 62 Google reviews
Lists a website. Ask where they operate.
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AnimaLia Pet Services
★★★★★ 5.0 · 26 Google reviews
Lists a website. Ask where they operate.
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GB Animal Services
★★★★★ 5.0 · 20 Google reviews
Lists a website. Ask where they operate.
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Hounds of Shrewsbury
★★★★★ 5.0 · 17 Google reviews
Lists a website. Ask where they operate.
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Adams Dog Walking
★★★★★ 5.0 · 15 Google reviews
Lists a website. Ask where they operate.
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Happy Walkies
★★★★★ 5.0 · 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
Walks and Waggy Tails (5.0 from 23 reviews) and Shropshire Canine Enrichment (5.0 from 23) have plenty of reviews but no website on Google, so they miss our bar; they may still be good. Blossom’s Pet Services (5.0 from 38), Newport Pet Services (4.9 from 31, with a website) and Hevs Happy Hounds (5.0 from 31) are listed as pet sitters rather than dog walkers. Many other listings have only a few reviews, and we haven’t named them. Walkers who also offer home boarding should hold a council licence, and you can ask to see it.
What to ask before you book
We found no Shropshire 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. Hill and woodland rules change with the season, so see our Shropshire 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 Shropshire dog services hub.
A walker can sit alongside your dog’s other outings, too. If they like some private space to run, try our secure dog fields in Shropshire, and see our dog-friendly pubs, cafés and restaurants in Shropshire for a rest after the walk.
Frequently Asked Questions
How did you choose these Shropshire 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 Shropshire?
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.
