Your dog's favourite part of the day.

Friendly, fully insured dog walking across Redcar and the surrounding area. Small groups, happy pooches, and a photo update after every single walk.

Rupert the dog giving a happy high-five paw
Fully insured DBS checked Canine first-aid trained Max 4 dogs per group Photo update every walk
Services & prices

Walks & care to suit every pooch

Simple, honest pricing. Every new dog starts with a free meet & greet so we get to know each other before the first walk.

Group walk

£12 / 60 min

Sociable dogs in small, carefully matched groups of up to four. Best value.

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Solo walk

£18 / 60 min

One-to-one time and full exercise — ideal for dogs who prefer their own company.

Short solo

£10 / 30 min

A quick leg-stretch and toilet break for puppies, seniors or busy days.

Puppy pop-in

£8 / visit

A 20–30 minute home visit: feed, toilet break, fuss and a little play.

Weekly package

£55 / 5 walks

Five 60-minute group walks booked together — save versus paying per walk.

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Overnight stay

£25 / night

I stay over at your home so your dog keeps its own bed, garden and routine while you're away — evening, overnight and morning care, feeds and a photo update.

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Free meet & greet

£0

A no-obligation visit for every new client to meet Poppy and settle your dog.

Prices are per dog. More than one from the same home? +50% per extra dog on walks, and +£10/night per extra dog on overnight stays (up to three). Overnight stays are in your own home (covers up to 24 hours); extra daytime care +£15/day. Covers Redcar & the immediate area — ask about regular-booking discounts and holiday availability.

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Work out your price

Pick what you need for a quick estimate, then send it straight to Poppy on WhatsApp. Your exact price is confirmed at the free meet & greet.

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    Estimate only — multi-dog prices are for dogs from the same home. Final price agreed at your free meet & greet.

    Rupert, Poppy's own dog, on Redcar beach at sunset
    Hello, I'm Poppy

    A local face your dog will love

    I'm a Redcar dog lover turning a lifelong passion into a proper little business. Your dog gets my full attention, a safe and sociable walk, and you get peace of mind and a photo every single time.

    I keep groups small (never more than four), I'm fully insured, DBS checked and trained in canine first aid — so your pooch is in safe, caring hands.

    Meet us — it's free
    When we walk

    Plenty of slots through the week

    All day Tuesdays, Thursdays & weekends — perfect for midday and lunchtime walks.
    Early mornings & after 3:30pm on other weekdays.
    Even more availability in the school holidays — great for cover while you're away.

    Tell me what you need and I'll do my best to fit your dog in.

    Dougie the dog enjoying a golden-hour walk on Redcar beach
    Where we walk

    Redcar & around

    Covering Redcar and the surrounding towns and villages — I'm mobile with my own car, so I can reach you.

    RedcarMarske-by-the-SeaNew Marske SaltburnGuisboroughCoathamDormanstown

    Not sure if you're in the area? Just ask — happy to help.

    Why Poppy & the Pooches

    Care you can count on

    • Photo & update every walk — see your dog's adventure and know they're happy.
    • Small groups, well matched — calmer, safer walks with up to four dogs.
    • Fully insured & first-aid trained — public liability and care, custody & control cover.
    • Reliable & flexible — regular slots or one-offs, fitted around your week.
    Good to know

    Frequently asked questions

    Everything new dog parents usually want to check before booking.

    Which areas do you cover?
    Redcar, Marske-by-the-Sea, New Marske, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, Guisborough, Coatham and Dormanstown. Poppy is mobile with her own car — not sure if you're in range? Just ask.
    Is Poppy insured?
    Yes — full public liability and care, custody & control insurance covering every dog in her care.
    Is Poppy DBS checked and first-aid trained?
    Yes, DBS checked and trained in canine first aid. A responsible adult (her dad, Adam) is a named backup for the business, so there's always a point of contact.
    How does the free meet & greet work?
    It's a relaxed, no-obligation visit before you book — to say hello, meet your dog and talk through their routine so everyone's comfortable. No charge, no commitment.
    How big are the group walks?
    Small and carefully matched — never more than four dogs, grouped by size and temperament so walks stay calm and safe.
    My dog is nervous or can't go off-lead — is that OK?
    Of course. Dogs are only let off-lead with your permission and where it's safe; otherwise they stay on the lead. Solo walks are perfect for dogs who prefer their own company.
    How do overnight stays work?
    Poppy stays over at your home so your dog keeps its own bed, garden and routine. It covers up to 24 hours; extra full days of care are +£15 each. It's house-sitting in your home, not boarding somewhere else.
    What if I have more than one dog?
    Extra dogs from the same home are +50% per walk and +£10 per night on overnight stays, for up to three dogs.
    How and when do I pay?
    Weekly, by bank transfer or cash — whatever's easiest. Prices are confirmed at your meet & greet.
    What's the cancellation policy?
    Just give at least 24 hours' notice to change or cancel a walk.
    Get started

    Book a free meet & greet

    Pick a time that suits you and you'll get instant confirmation by email — a free, no-obligation visit to meet you and your dog before any walks begin.

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