Nathan’s paw blog

Or: “Stop Doing These Things If You Ever Want a Day Off” You know that feeling when you’ve been “busy” all day… but you still have 15 things left on your list, dinner’s a write-off, and you can’t remember the last time you had a proper weekend? Yeah. That. When you...

Or: “You Wanted a Pet Business… Now You’re Also the Accountant, Marketer & CEO” So, you started a pet business—maybe you’re walking dogs, sitting cats, training pups, or doing a lovely mix of all three. You imagined your days would be full of waggy tails, belly...

— A casual chat about why going it alone isn’t always the smartest move... Let me start with a little truth bomb: running a business is a wild ride. One minute you’re feeling like a total boss, smashing your goals and colour-coding your planner like the productivity...

You know that feeling when you’ve got a to-do list longer than a Great Dane’s legs, but suddenly reorganising your sock drawer becomes urgent? Yeah, me too. Welcome to Procrastination Station—where we all have a first-class ticket to Getting Nothing Done. The good...

At The Dog Walking Business Mentor, our mission is to empower pet professionals to grow successful, ethical, and compassionate businesses. Our core values reflect our commitment to animal welfare, professional integrity, and mentorship excellence. Compassion We are...

At The Dog Walking Business Mentor, our brand pillars represent the foundation of who we are, how we support our community, and the promises we uphold for every mentee and their business journey. Expertise We provide science-based, force-free business mentoring...

Mission Statement of The Dog Walking Business Mentor: At The Dog Walking Business Mentor, our mission is simple: to empower pet professionals to build thriving, ethical businesses that prioritise animal welfare, client trust, and personal fulfilment. With honesty,...

As a professional organisation dedicated to supporting dog walkers, pet sitters, and trainers in growing their businesses ethically and responsibly, we uphold the highest standards of care, integrity, and professionalism. By working with The Dog Walking Business...

Nathan Dunleavy - The Dog Walking Business Mentor Hi, I’m Nathan, also known as The Dog Walking Business Mentor! I specialise in helping aspiring pet entrepreneurs turn their passion for animals into thriving businesses. Drawing on over seven years of experience...

Figuring out what to charge when starting your dog walking business can be tricky. Price yourself too low, and you’ll struggle to cover your expenses or get taken seriously. Go too high, and potential clients may walk away before you’ve had a chance to build up your...