Not Your Typical Walk in the Park
Dog Walker
3/18/25
Every dog has its day, right? Let's talk the walk: Barry is a professional dog walker who has been caring for his clients dogs for over ten years. Walking your dog might seem like an easy task, but as a professional Barry puts his passion for dogs to use as a full service caretaker.
Patience, adaptability, and a keen eye for animal behavior are all skills that a dog walker needs to have to be effective at the job. Every dog comes with its own personality and needs: a dog walker needs to be aware of these characteristics and have a level head when it comes to handling potentially reactive behaviors. On top of that, you're working outside–you have to be aware of potentially challenging elements like weather and navigating public spaces filled with other dogs and people. But at the end of the day, the reward is clear: having the opportunity to form bonds with animals and putting your passion to use in business.
Topics
00:26 Introduction
02:53 Challenges
03:23 Learning about the animals
06:26 Earnings
06:46 Important skills
07:45 Handling the humans too
08:32 Biggest misconceptions
11:02 Advice for prospective dog walkers
11:56 How has your perspective changed over time?
12:43 Biggest rewards
Resources
Becoming a Successful Dog Walker
Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation