by nathan_DUNLEAVY | Jan 4, 2026 | Uncategorized
In the pet care industry, taking time off can feel uncomfortable. There’s always another client to reply to. Another rota to tweak. Another dog who needs support. So when dog walkers do stop, it’s often only when they’re already exhausted. In this solo episode of The...
by nathan_DUNLEAVY | Jan 4, 2026 | Uncategorized
If you work with dogs long enough, especially rescue dogs there’s a good chance you’ve felt it. That quiet emotional exhaustion. The constant pull to help just one more dog. The guilt that creeps in when you even think about stepping back. This is known as compassion...
by nathan_DUNLEAVY | Dec 19, 2025 | Uncategorized
If you’re a dog walker or pet professional, chances are you’re very good at caring for others and not so good at stopping. Many pet pros slip into a cycle of doing, doing, doing until suddenly they realise they haven’t properly paused for breath in weeks. Time off...
by nathan_DUNLEAVY | Dec 19, 2025 | Uncategorized
Many dog walkers start their businesses because they love working with dogs and want more freedom. What often comes as a surprise is just how much everything else there is to manage: emails, bookings, payments, systems, tech, client journeys, marketing and the...
by nathan_DUNLEAVY | Dec 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
Running a dog walking business isn’t just about loving dogs. It’s about managing people, boundaries, energy, finances and yourself. As we come to the end of the year, I wanted to share a short update on what I’ve been working on behind the scenes, what’s coming up in...
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