I'm Lydia. I'm a dog lover and owner. I live in Peckham and use my cargo bike to get around Southwark. I usually walk dogs in Southwark Park.
I'll pick up your dog from your home, clip them into the cargo bike along with a few of their friends and take them to the park. We'll spend an hour playing, running, chasing balls or just having a cuddle. Then I'll return your dog back home.
I take time to help dogs get comfy with the bike and familiar with me. You will need to provide your dog with sturdy harness so I can safely clip them in. I am fully insured and have a certificate in canine first aid. I'm DBS cleared. I'm an experienced London cyclist who sticks to the cycle paths.
I will make sure your dog always gets a fun, safe and energetic walk. They will be dropped back off happy and tired. There will never be more than six dogs at a time per bike. If your dog's recall is good, they will be able to run off lead in the park. If recall isn't their strong suit, I have long lines or leads.
I'll keep you posted with messages when I pick up and drop off your dog. I'll keep your key safe at all times and never keep it with your address. I'll dry off your dog before returning them home. On bad weather days I'll make sure your dog still gets to go out and do my best to avoid scary thunderstorms and heavy downpours.
I do my best to avoid plastic waste: I buy high quality treats in paper bags and use compostable bags to pick up poo. Of course the cargo bike means I have a small carbon footprint. I charge the battery at home, where I use a green energy provider. I have a paperless office and use an ethical bank.
Lydia is a freelance dog walker, English language teacher and editor. Luna is a 6 year old cocker-cavalier spaniel who loves cuddles and being chased. She assists Lydia on most walks.
Tiffany joined the team in March and is Captain of the DogBoxx 2. She's born and raised in London Bridge and a regular in the park. Maybe you already know her and her Frenchie Bailey? Tiffany is DBS checked and Canine First Aid trained.
Our two Christiania Straight Boxes are from London Green Cycles. They have secure dog clips and are equipped with rain covers and sunshades. The DogBoxx 2 is part funded by the fabulous folk at Team London Bridge
The bike can take up to 100kg in the box. We also have to lift the dogs into the bike. For these reasons, I'm afraid I can't take your dog if they are much over 16kg.
I also can't take intact male dogs. Sorry.
I don't offer daycare but sometimes life happens. If your dog is going to be alone for longer than you'd like, please let me know. If I can, I'll drop in for a comfort break or take them home with me until you can get back. Your dog's wellbeing is always my priority
£17 per dog per walk.
£32 for a double walk on the same day
£80 per week if you book 5 walks a week.
£8 Quick drop in and comfort break
£5 any additional drop off/pick up
Payment by invoice at the end of each month.
Morning: 11-1
Afternoon: 1.30-3.30
This includes a full hour in the park.
Exact pick up and drop off times depend where you are on our route.
HEATWAVE SCHEDULE
Walk 1: 8-10
Walk 2: 10-12
There are no rules, but there tends to be a bigger dog energy in the morning: more spaniels, schnauzers and terriers. It's a ball chasing, zooming kind of vibe.
The afternoon crew are generally more peaceful: more daschunds and toy breeds. The vibe is more chilled and the pace is slower and calmer.
Reduced schedule 6-10 November
No walks 21st December 2023 - 3rd January 2024
We cover the area in the pink circle Monday to Friday. Please get in touch if you're just outside the circle and we'll see if we can fit you in.
We're very excited to now include 'The Peninsula' on Tuesday and Friday mornings! Do you live in Canada Water? Rotherhithe? Come and join us!
Wanderdog offers bond-based 'positive reinforcement' dog training and behavioural advice across central London. It is run and owned by highly qualified trainer and behaviourist Kay Warnes (CAB MSc, VSA-CDT). One-to-one private sessions are provided from the comfort of your own home, as well as behavioural consultations under vet referral
Wanderdog offers bond-based 'positive reinforcement' dog training and behavioural advice across central London. It is run and owned by highly qualified trainer and behaviourist Kay Warnes (CAB MSc, VSA-CDT). One-to-one private sessions are provided from the comfort of your own home, as well as behavioural consultations under vet referral for more complex needs. Wanderdog also holds interactive group puppy classes for puppies under 18 weeks at the Bermondsey Village Hall in the heart of Bermondsey.
Autumn Animals is London's first nurse-led mobile veterinary clinic that specialises in palliative and hospice care. They offer holistic in-home veterinary care to improve quality of life and eventually a peaceful euthanasia for your pet in the comfort of your own home.
Helin is Luna's best friend and a close friend of the DogBoxx dogs. Sometimes she walks them when DogBoxx is on holiday, sometimes she stays over with them while their owners are away. Sometimes she comes to the park with us for a cuddle.
Helin is also available for one to one walks. Not everyone loves the DogBoxx, some dogs need the spac
Helin is Luna's best friend and a close friend of the DogBoxx dogs. Sometimes she walks them when DogBoxx is on holiday, sometimes she stays over with them while their owners are away. Sometimes she comes to the park with us for a cuddle.
Helin is also available for one to one walks. Not everyone loves the DogBoxx, some dogs need the space to make their own way. Either way, Helin is there for them.
Helin is local and available for walks, sits and daycare. Contact her on 07480366274
National organisation Cycling UK featured us in the October/November 23 edition of their magazine. Read the article here.
Carbon Copy promote eco friendly small businesses and came to join us in the park to meet the dogs and make this short film.
Southwark News is based in the Bermondsey Biscuit Factory, where some of our favourite dog clients work/nap. Here's our article in their local paper, The Bermondsey Biscuit.
Thanks to Spokesafe, the DogBoxx 2 is safely stored in secure parking at London Bridge Station. They featured us recently! Read it here
Danish bike brand Christiania originates in the trendy free state of Christiania in Copenhagen. Their bikes are great and they recently published some of our photos. See the article here.
Honor Elliot is a sports photographer with a passion for dogs and bikes. Her side project Dogs By Bike is right up our alley. She recently met us in Southwark Park and got some amazing shots. See them here.
We'd love to hear from you if you'd like to feature us!
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