Founders
Why We Started WalknStay
Astro is our third child. That is why leaving him was always the hardest part of any trip, and why we built WalknStay.
3 min read
Find a trusted
dog walker in the UK
WalknStay is a UK marketplace for trusted local dog walkers, launching area by area. Join the waitlist with your postcode and we'll email you when walkers are available near you.
Our promise
Every dog deserves care from someone they trust.
WalknStay was built for dog owners who want more than a stranger with a lead. We're building a community of trusted local walkers who treat your dog like their own.
How it works
Simple. Trusted. Local.
Getting your dog walked should be effortless.
Explore the WalknStay dog walking app01
Tell us your postcode
Join the waitlist with your postcode and email. It takes seconds, and it shows us exactly where dog owners are waiting.
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We launch area by area
We're opening one local area at a time, vetting every walker before they go live. The waitlist decides where's next.
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Be first to know
The moment trusted walkers are live near you, we'll email you. Then the happy walks begin.
Safety first
Your pet's safety is non-negotiable
Every walker verifies their email and completes Stripe identity checks before taking their first booking. Many go further with a DBS check or insurance — we recommend asking to see these in person at a meet and greet.
Required
Email Verified
Every walker verifies their email address before they can create a profile.
Required
Payout Verified
Before payouts are enabled, Stripe verifies each walker's identity and bank details.
Recommended
DBS Check
We recommend walkers get a DBS check and link them to GOV.UK to apply. We don't collect or store certificates and profiles don't show DBS status — ask to see one in person at a meet and greet.
Recommended
Insurance Declared
Walkers can declare that they hold public liability insurance, which we display on their profile.
From the journal
A few notes worth reading
Practical advice and honest stories from the WalknStay journal — without the full scroll.
Finding your walker
How much does dog walking cost in the UK?
Compare UK dog walker rates, understand solo and group prices, budget for regular walks, and decide when a premium service is worth considering.
7 min read
Good dog care
Who’s Walking Who? 5 Ways to Make Dog Walks Better
Five simple ways to make everyday dog walks more enjoyable, from letting your dog sniff to giving other dogs space and putting your phone away.
4 min read
Join our community
Love dogs?
Walk with us.
Set your own schedule, set your own rates, and build a community of happy dogs in your neighbourhood.
Flexible schedule
Set your own rates
Trusted community
Our services
Walking is just the start
We're launching with dog walking and adding more ways to care for your dog. Register interest and be the first to know.
Dog Walking
Fun, safe walks tailored to your dog.
Register interestComing soonBoarding
A home away from home while you're away.
Register interestComing soonPet Sitting
Loving care in the comfort of home.
Register interestComing soonDay Care
Play, socialise and learn while you're away.
Register interestComing soonGrooming
Pampering and care to keep them looking great.
Register interestComing soonTraining
Positive training for a happier, well-behaved dog.
Register interestStay in the loop
Coming to your area soon
Enter your details and we'll let you know the moment WalknStay launches near you — and as we add new services, from boarding to day care.