Dog walking collection in Exeter
Professional dog walking collection services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£85
Typical Duration
1-1.5 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Emergency dog walking and collection service - when you're stuck at work, feeling ill, or your regular walker's cancelled. Your dog gets a proper walk, you get peace of mind.
When Your Dog Can't Wait
You're stuck in a meeting that's overrun. Your dog's been home alone for 8 hours already. The regular dog walker's ill. You're feeling terrible but the dog still needs walking. Life happens.
This is emergency backup - I'll collect your dog, take them for a proper walk, bring them home, make sure they've got water, and lock up. You focus on whatever crisis you're dealing with.
💡 Pro tip: Put my number in your phone as "Emergency Dog Walk." When you need it, you'll be glad you've already got the contact saved.
Why This Service Exists
Here's when this matters:
| ✅ Emergency Covered | ❌ Dog Suffering |
|---|---|
| Dog walked despite your crisis | Stuck inside all day, anxious and uncomfortable |
| Proper exercise and toilet break | Accidents in the house, distressed dog |
| You can focus on your emergency | Guilt and worry adding to your stress |
| Dog settled and happy when home | Destructive behavior from frustration |
What You Get
🐕 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Collection | Access your home, greet and collect your dog safely |
| Walk | 30-45 min walk at park/fields, poo bags used, water if needed |
| Return | Dog settled back home, fresh water bowl, door locked |
| Update | Quick text to confirm all done and how they were |
📦 You're Left With
- Dog exercised and happy
- No accidents or anxiety issues
- One less thing to stress about
Pricing Guide
| Service Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Local park walk (30-45 min) | 1 hr total | £60 |
| Longer walk or multiple dogs | 1.5 hrs | £85 |
| Last-minute emergency callout | 1 hr | £85 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Same-day emergency callouts may incur premium.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Stuck at work - meeting overrun, can't get home in time
✅ Feeling unwell - can't face walking yourself but dog still needs it
✅ Regular walker cancelled - last-minute backup needed
✅ Emergency situation - hospital appointment, family crisis, car broken down
Why Choose Us for Dog walking collection in Exeter?
Dog collected from your home
Proper walk at local park or fields
Fresh water and settled back home
Reliable emergency backup
What to Expect
Step 1: Emergency Call
You contact me explaining the situation. I confirm I'm available, get details about your dog and where they like walking.
Step 2: Collection & Walk
I access your property (key safe, spare key, or you let me in), collect your dog, take them for a proper walk. Poo bags, water, all sorted.
Step 3: Return & Settle
Dog brought home, given fresh water, settled back safely. Quick text sent confirming all done. Property locked up.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to set up better backup for dog emergencies? Here's what helps:
🔧 Emergency dog plan
- Have 2-3 backup contacts who can help
- Keep spare keys with trusted neighbors
- Leave written instructions for emergencies
- Train dog to accept strangers calmly
💡 Reducing the need
- Longer morning walk before work
- Automatic water dispenser
- Dog cam to check on them
- Puzzle toys and kongs for mental stimulation
- Doggy daycare membership for backup
🐕 Making collection easier
- Key safe with code (rather than physical keys)
- Lead hung by the door
- Written notes about behavior/preferences
- Poo bags stocked and visible
- Emergency contact info (vet, etc.)
⚠️ Common mistakes
- No backup plan until emergency happens
- Dog not used to other people (takes time to train)
- No spare key accessible
- Assuming neighbors will always be available
🎨 Pro trick: Do a practice run with your backup walker while you ARE home - lets the dog meet them with you there for reassurance, and you can explain their quirks in person rather than stressed text messages during an emergency.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🐕 First time? If possible, let me meet your dog briefly when you're home first - even just 5 minutes. Makes collection much easier if they've seen me before and you've said I'm okay.
Regular emergencies? If this becomes a pattern (shift work, caring responsibilities), we can set up a retainer or regular slot arrangement. More reliable for you, easier for me to schedule.
Exeter's great dog walking spots: I know Ludwell Valley, Riverside Valley Park, Exwick playing fields, and the canal paths. If your dog has a favorite local spot, just let me know and I'll take them there.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a regular dog walking service?
Not really - I'm a handyman who happens to like dogs, not a professional dog walker. This is for emergencies when you're stuck at work late, feeling ill, or your regular walker's let you down. One-off help when you need it, not daily walks.
What kind of walk do they get?
Depends on the dog - typically 30-45 minutes at a local park or field. I'll follow your instructions on where they like to go and whether they can be off-lead. It's a proper walk, not just a quick toilet break in the garden.
My dog is nervous with strangers - will this work?
Probably not on short notice. If your dog needs slow introduction to new people, this emergency service won't be right for them. This works best for friendly, confident dogs who'll happily go with someone new if you say it's okay.
How do you access my property to collect them?
However you arrange - you can leave a key, use a key safe, or be home to let me in before you dash off. Same for returning them. We'll work out what suits your situation.
What if my dog does something embarrassing?
I've had dogs my whole life - nothing fazes me. Poo bags provided and used. Any issues like pulling on lead or reactivity to other dogs, just warn me in advance so I'm prepared.
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