All dogs have genetic traits that make them want to be active. Almost every dog that you come across will want to run around and play. Many people in London today still cherish the idea of having a dog in their homes yet they don’t have the time or the space on which they can walk their dogs. This is why dog walking jobs are becoming increasingly popular in London and other cities of the UK.

Dogs want to go for walks so as to engage with the environment, socialise with people and other dogs, exercise, and to feel free. People take their dogs for walks when they want to train, exercise or for mental stimulation. For people who love dogs, the benefits that come with taking dog walking jobs in London are simply immeasurable. These jobs are in plenty because many dog owners;

Don’t walk their dogs at all or as frequently as required
Don’t know how to walk their dogs or don’t like the activity

The basics of a dog walking job
1. Before getting a job at a London based dog walking company, it is recommended to be a member of the UK National Association of Registered Pet Sitters (NARPS).

2. The dog walker should also be fully insured. You should also ask the dog owner to sign an agreement mapping out their insurance responsibility of their dogs.

3. All dog walking jobs in London should come with a contract or some of form of consent by both the dog owner and the dog walker.

4. In the agreement, the necessary medications or treatments that a dog receives should be well spelled out. Emergency numbers that a dog walker and even the dog owner can call must be exchanged.

5. Every dog especially one that is being taken for a walk must be vaccinated yearly. It must also be wormed to protect itself and other dogs from catching worms.

6. It should be well noted who takes responsibility in case the dog damages anything during the walk.

The general traits of a good dog walker
It is very important that a dog walker be organised at all times. This is because such a person will often find him/herself walking different dogs at different hours of the day. One should, therefore, have a schedule of the times of pickups and drop-offs.

All people looking for dog walking jobs in the UK should file for income tax under self assessment income tax return. At the same time they are entitled to national insurance.

For you to be successful in finding work and also in working as a professional dog walker, you must fulfil all the basic requirements such as getting an insurance cover and possible being a member of NARPS.

For beginners or it might be helpful to register with non-profit dog walking firms such as RCPA and PSDA if only to gain some crucial experience.

There are many dog walking companies all over London where one can find a fulfilling well paying job. One can also search for dog walking jobs privately without necessarily seeking an affiliation with a company.

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