Qualities All Professional Dog Walkers Should Have

Dogs find walks very fulfilling in a way that even they don’t understand. Dogs are social animals. They don’t like solitude. Dogs like running around parks, chasing after kids, and playing hide and seek behind the bushes. 

Before you hire a professional dog walk for your furry friend, here are the qualities you want to be looking for:

Detail-oriented

Dog walking isn’t as basic as it sounds. A professional canine walker would also take guarantee pet-friendly temperature in the truck/car and safety measures. They should be able to keep your four-legged friend safe if there is a risk of thunder, rainfall, or snow. 

The walker must be well-aware of managing any allergic reactions that the dog may encounter while they’re out. It would be best to make the dog feel relaxed and calm around other people and pets. An ability to manage group activities and some fun at the park is a bonus. 

Mindful

A professional canine walker probably takes about a dozen dogs out for a walk every day, each of which has their personality and can’t speak or understand human language. A dog walker who is not passionate about what they do won’t communicate with the pup and figure out what they want. 

Always choose a pet walker who understands the pup’s body language and behavior to judge if something is bothering them. They should be focused and concentrated. An excellent canine walker is sensitive to even the slight changes in pet behavior and can tell when they need to change the walk. This is why an unexpressive, unfriendly, and aggressive individual never makes a good pet walker. 

To make it easier, leave a note of what triggers your pet. Mention any special considerations or preferences that you have.

Calm

Dogs can be very unpredictable. An impatient dog walker will start disciplining it the moment it starts barking. On the other hand, a calm and experienced walker will understand the situation and see what caused the pup to lose temper so unpredictably. Canine caring goes far beyond the usual fusses and gushes that a dog makes when they’re out on the road. They should know how to go the extra mile to keep the dog happy and healthy.

Bark Industries takes pride in being one of the most sought-after and dependable dog walking service in Chicago. Your first dog walk is free! Book now.