Welfare First Pet Care

17/08/2024

A couple of this weeks pooches 💛

15/08/2024

You never EVER fail to put a smile on my face 💚

10/08/2024

Some of this weeks absolute cuties.

07/08/2024

It's not always about getting from A to B here at Welfare First Pet Care. I ensure every service is tailored to your pooches individual needs.

Here we are taking a pit stop to watch the world go by 💛

03/08/2024

Always checking in 💚

02/08/2024

Smiles all round 😁

30/07/2024

It probably goes without saying but my hot weather protocol will be in place this week.

All clients will be contacted separately 💛

27/07/2024

This weeks faces I had the joy of spending time with.

Oh and some guinea pigs that recently checked out of Welfare First Pet Care- Guinea pig hotel.

Cannot explain to you all how grateful I wake up each day to call this my job 💛

26/07/2024

🐾💚My promise to all current, future and potential clients…

So I have stayed pretty silent on this topic on social media but it is about time I shared a small portion of my personal ethics.

You have my word that I will NEVER EVER be an advocate for the use of dog walking equipment that in my opinion works by suppressing behaviour. This equipment includes slip leads, tightening harnesses, grot/choke collars, prong collars and electric collars.

If you are a doggie parent that is searching for a dog walker that does not condone the use of this type of equipment, then we might have found our match.

I am contactable in the first instance via
Messenger
Text: 07964029605
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 07964029605

24/07/2024

Love exploring with you. Such a poppet 🥰

22/07/2024

You may (or may not) have noticed that I have simplified my Facebook name to Welfare First Pet Care.

Not to worry I am still specialising in solo dog walking I just wanted to reflect a little on my marketing.

Always refining, learning and growing🦋

21/07/2024

We had a bit of everything weather wise last week but that didn't stop the solo gang having the best time 😎

20/07/2024

Just one recall face for you all.

Love spending time with this girly 😍

16/07/2024

Cannot get enough of those eyes 😍

12/07/2024

Oh hey cutie pie 😍

11/07/2024

Definitely made the right choice of dog training provider.

If anyone has any questions about the PACT course, I am more than happy to share my experiences.

Our students have a range of experience and everyone is welcome!

"I chose to enrol on this course having already gained an animal-related University degree and I haven't looked back!

Having gone from studying in a very theoretical and broad sense (in terms of species) this course has allowed me to channel my knowledge to dogs and build practical experience. I still haven't lost my critical eye and the lecturers have been very accommodating in terms of sharing additional resources and links to scientific literature. We are also encouraged to share ideas which is just so refreshing.

I very much look forward to my PACT future once I become a full member. "

10/07/2024

Not sure if I should be charging extra for sprout to be coming along for the walkie to. What do you think?

Love this boy 💛

08/07/2024

All my reviews, across the species, in one place.

If you have any questions about services I offer do get in touch 💓

07/07/2024

And that is an official wrap on my 1st Business Birthday week.

Thank you for allowing me to get your doggies involved.

Here's to the future of Welfare First Pet Care 🥂

05/07/2024

1st business birthday cake (almost) went down well 😂

03/07/2024

1️⃣0️⃣ things I have learnt in my first year of being a solo dog walker…

1. How much it can benefit the dog parents too 🥰
As I only deal with one family at a time it enables me to get to know my clients on a personal level. I have been able to assist with errands, go on walks with my clients and have nice catch ups

2. Not all front doors are created equally 🏠
Quite quickly I had to learn all doors are different and all have their own quirks. Who knew doors could be individual too?!

3. You can never have enough funky socks 👣
Now this one is not helped by the fact my walking boots had holes in, but the amount of socks I would go through on an average wet day was criminal. I am finding socks in my car. More funky socks and boots (that don't leak) are very much needed for next winter

4. I am winning no awards for professional photos any time soon 📸
I have lost count of the number of photos that never made the cut due to my finger blocking the lens or my phone case flapping about

5. My bladder has served me well 💦
Bit ott this one, but fellow dog walkers will totally relate. My bladder has gradually learned that lunchtime pees are no longer an option

6. Networking, networking, networking 👥
Running your own business can have the drawback of being a little isolating at times so finding my tribe has been so instrumental in my continued growth. I have been able to meet in person the most amazing dog walkers, pet sitters, vet nurses, behaviourists, trainers and other animal enthusiasts this year

7. Who knew Rayleigh had so many walking spots? 🚶‍♀️
As someone who has always lived in Rayleigh, I thought I knew all the walking spots, how wrong was I? There are whole areas of Rayleigh I never knew existed

8. Parallel parking, still not for me 🚗
Still to this day I have refused to parallel park, I have passed my test I promise, I just prefer to find a nice big space

9. I am now a watch wearer ⌚️
Putting on a watch was never natural before becoming a dog walker. It has now become so engrained that I will automatically put it on even on my days off

10. Changing leads is a big deal 🤣
Last but not least, leads… I never knew how much you become attached to leads and how much of a learning experience changing leads could be. I properly get used to the way one lead feels in your hand and switching that up throws me off. I am sad I know

Have any of these surprised you or can you relate? Let me know in the comments...

01/07/2024

I cannot believe it, my little business is 1 today!!

This has been the most rewarding, fun and exciting year I have ever had.

Thank you all so so so much for your incredible support, I cannot thank you lot enough.

Watch out for more content this week.

Alice 💛

28/06/2024

To all my wonderful clients...

YOU ARE FABULOUS!

Every single one of you has been so understanding of my changes to walks this week. Whether that is changing to a early morning walks or visits. You are all such responsible and amazing dog owners.

Together we have ensured your dogs welfare is put FIRST.

24/06/2024

Due to the predicted hot weather this week my hot weather protocol will be in place.
All clients will be contacted separately.

23/06/2024

Weekly round up!

I am so grateful I get to walk the best doggies ever 💓

18/06/2024

Referral scheme (for a limited time only)...

If you are one of my amazing regular clients and have a friend that is in need of a dog walker then if you refer them to me you both get a FREE walkie!

Terms and conditions apply.

16/06/2024

The bestist (yes is a word 😂) solo gang EVER

14/06/2024

Welfare First Pet Care is proud to specialise in solo dog walking!

Alice (the owner) has a degree in Animal Welfare and really truly has your pets best interests at heart.

Even if you are just contemplating hiring a new dog walker , do get in touch for a friendly chat.

📞07964029605
📧[email protected]
💻www.welfarefirstpetcare.co.uk

13/06/2024

Can anyone guess where I am off to? 👀