DogTrek

About

This London-based dog walking service provides half-day adventure excursions for small groups of dogs across North and East London's green spaces. The service operates Tuesday through Friday, collecting dogs from areas including Islington, Stoke Newington, Hackney, and Walthamstow for structured pack walks with up to four other dogs. Transportation is provided in an air-conditioned vehicle, and each outing focuses on exploration of different routes through locations like Hackney Marshes, Wanstead Park, and the Lea Valley. The founder Pete Hills brings over a decade of dog ownership experience and maintains professional credentials including canine first aid training, enhanced DBS clearance, and full insurance coverage. Safety measures include GPS tracking devices for all participating dogs and careful assessment of group dynamics. Dogs must demonstrate basic obedience skills, reliable recall response, and comfort with vehicle travel to participate in the program. The service targets pet owners who may have difficulty providing adequate exercise for their dogs due to work schedules or mobility constraints. Each dog undergoes an initial assessment and test walk to ensure compatibility with the group environment, and the service excludes aggressive, reactive, or very young dogs who cannot handle extended walks.