Dog walks in Southwark Park

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

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