I’m Katie and this is Boris

Hello and welcome…

Let me share with you why I do what I do. My goal is to make lives better not only for dogs, but for their owners too.  

I understand the challenges of owning dogs with more complex characters. I rescued an elderly Bichon Frise (Boris) who turned out to be very dog-reactive, a curve-ball I was not expecting.

From then on my eyes were opened to the need for 1:1 dog walks for those who need space, time, and a flexible walk. Solo walks helped me to respect the power of building a bond and connecting one on one with a dog. Now I want to help you experience this joy of connection with your dog.

I believe every human-dog team has the potential to be a beautiful, rewarding partnership for all and I want to help you get there.  

But who am I?

I am simply a dog owner, like you, but I let my curiosity lead me down a wonderful path and studied hard, while taking all my dog walking experiences as learning opportunities to better understand our K9 Buddies. I am a little dog mad, but I think that helps and I hope one day to be able to help you.

So What Next…

I am invested in supporting our dogs to live better in our strange human world and discovering how this helps us too, ironing out some of those common behavioural issues. I have a strong commitment to using positive methods of training, teaching you and your dog through kindness, allowing us all a happy, safe, and enjoyable training experience.

If you feel I could help you and your dog, check out my services below.

What Clients Are Saying

  • "Katie has walked my lab Maddie for the last couple of years. She is kind, trustworthy and reliable. Katie has a natural love of dogs that is immediately seen when interacting with them. Katie has also proved that she can deal with difficult situations when they arise. Maddie adores Katie ..."

    - Jane, [Crowborough]

  • "Katie has been looking after and walking our cocker spaniel Lupo since he was 3 months old. Lupo loves his walks with Katie and is always really pleased to see her. She is very experienced, reliable and trustworthy and has a genuine love of all the dogs she looks after. She has always been on hand to offer good advice to us especially as we were new dog owners. Highly recommend Katie."

    - Leanne, [Crowborough]

  • "Katie is so good with my 3 dogs, they can be a handful but she is so calm with them, she is reliable and trustworthy, I would not feel comfortable leaving them with anyone else. I would thoroughly recommend Katie to anyone needing her services."

    - Abi, [Crowborough]

  • ​"Katie looks after my dog Tilly and I would have no hesitation in recommending her. She is trustworthy and always gives me an update after she has been with Tilly"

    - Joanna, [Crowborough]

  • "Katie is an absolutely amazing young lady whom has much love care and attention of our beloved family k9. We feel confident and comfortable with Katie and looking after and walking our Boy. Katie’s very trust worthy and full respects and listen to all needs you have for your K9. Highly recommend for anyone whom needs a dog walker Katie is definitely your lady. Many Thanks for all you do for our boy."

    - Peter, [Crowborough]

  • " ​I would definitely recommend Katie’s k9 buddies... she has such a passion and love for all her furry friends and shes totally trustworthy and reliable... my cockapoo loves her to bits!"

    - Denise, [Crowborough]

  • " ​Katie is amazing with my dog-reactive Bernese Mountain dog. Ebby loves her and waits by the door at walkies time. Katie is lovely with all 3 of my dogs and they all adore her. She is very reliable and I have total confidence in her.​​"

    - Katy, [Crowborough]

  • " I met Katie when we moved to Crowborough a year ago, I wanted someone who was trustworthy, reliable, kind and understood how to look after a “tricky” dog and a another dog that has medical issues, i am so pleased we found her. Katie walks my dogs 4 times a week and I would be lost without her whilst I am at work. My dogs really do look forward to seeing her, I would recommend her 100%"

    - Charlotte, [Crowborough]

  • " Katie is fantastic, our boy Reggie is very particular who he likes and he’s been smitten with Katie from day one. Katie really cares about what she does and will always put Reggie’s needs/health first. Katie is always quick to respond to messages and questions, and she is flexible. We really would be lost without her"

    - Clare, [Crowborough]

  • " Katie is amazing!!! Couldn't ask for a better person to walk my dog. She is so caring and compassionate towards my dog and I know he is in the best care when he is with Katie. If anyone is in need of a dog walker I would highly recommend Katie. I was so glad that I found her."

    - Carly, [Crowborough]

  • " Katie's great, my dog is always excited when he sees her and apparently he even behaves well for Katie, or so she says, because she's so nice. Very professional and clearly loves what she's doing."

    - Pete, [Crowborough]

  • "Fabulous service, Maddie loves Katie and always comes back exercised and content. Very friendly, reliable and professional. Very happy to recommend."

    - Pam, [Crowborough]

  • "Katie is a lovely, kind and caring person. She has been walking our black Labrador for some time now and our dog absolutely loves Katie. Katie is always punctual with a huge smile everyday. Katie is the perfect person to take care of your loved pet."

    -Caroline, [Crowborough]

Resources

As mentioned, I want to help you to live better with your dog, whether that be through personalised solo walks, or through 1:1 training services. Below are some free resources for you to explore:

What does that mean

An introduction to better understanding your dog by learning their language.

Easy does it

Simple follow along tips for teaching loose leash walking from day one.

Labra-cadabra-dor!

A download of simple but effective doggy magic tricks to enjoy and wow.

If you think it’s time to live better with your dog, be that through 1:1 dog walks throughout the week or through private in home training together, let’s chat.