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Professional Dog Walking & Pet Sitting in Bovey Tracey and the surroundings.

Julia

Your professional dog walker & pet sitter in the Bovey Tracey area.

Are you looking for someone you can fully with your dogs and pets? You're in the right place. Walkie Pawkies offers personalised dog walking, dog sitting and pet visits in and around Bovey Tracey.

Over the past 26 years, I’ve looked after dogs of many breeds, ages and temperaments, with particular experience of rescues. I always take the time to understand each one’s character, habits and needs, shaping their time with me accordingly.

I like to work in a calm and structured way, giving each dog clear guidance, alongside the right balance of exercise, mental stimulation and freedom to explore, sniff and simply enjoy being a dog.

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Tailored to your dog.

  • Maximum of 4 dogs per walk

  • Walkie groups matched by temperament and energy level

  • Walks adapted to suit yur dog and the pack’s dynamic

Reliable, safe, responsible.

  • Rain or shine, we walk - unless conditions are unsafe

  • Secure transport in professional animal transit boxes with waterproof beds

  • A fresh organic cotton towel for each dog’s transport, cleaning and drying

Personal, experienced, trustworthy.

  • Experienced with anxious, reactive and sensitive dogs

  • Clear communication and personal updates

  • Fully insured and certified in canine first-aid

Conscious choices for health & sustainability.

  • Natural single-protein treats

  • Recycled & biodegradable poo bags

  • Organic cotton towels, eco-friendly detergents & cleaning products

Join the Walkie Pawkie Pack

~ Engaged Minds & Happy Paws. ~

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Pack Walks

Group Walkies with up to 4 compatible dogs

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Buddy Walks

1on1 with Buddy’s gentle canine companionship

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Smart Solo Walks

Single Walkies with tailored training and enrichment

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Pet Visits

Company & care while you’re out.
Other pets & horses welcome.

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Dog Sitting

Multiday care in your dog's home.
Other pets & horses welcome.

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Bespoke Packages

Flexible support tailored to your dog(s) & other pets.

Testimonials

  • Alina & Nino with Mira & Kali

    During our holiday, Julia took care of our girls. One them is reactive and not comfortable with people, the other one young and in need of structure. Julia handled both perfectly. She has a great instinct for what each dog needs and created a comfortable environment for Mira and Kali at the same time. A shame Julia left Gemany!

  • Salka with Foxy

    For several years Julia took Foxy for walks, daycare, holidays and extended travels. I trusted her completely and always felt he was in the very best hands. Julia took outstanding care of Foxy, he loved going to her place and always came back relaxed. Knowing that he felt comfortable and safe with her meant a lot to me. Julia trained tricks with him, using the same vocabulary I use, which I really appreciated. She adapted to his individual quirks around kids and other dogs and handled him wonderfully, even in situations where he could be quite challenging. It’s clear that she understands dogs deeply and responds to them with patience and sensitivity. Communication was always excellent and Julia super reliable and very supportive.

  • Janka with Dr. Watson

    I’ve been entrusting my rescue German Shepherd, Dr Watson, to Julia ever since he was a puppy. He’s insecure and reactive when he meets other dogs and anything but a ‘beginner’s dog’. Watson demands structure, empathy and clarity every single moment. With Julia, I can focus on my work ,knowing he is well cared for and getting the mental and physical stimulation and orientation he needs.

  • Lena for Buddy

    The transformation Buddy has undergone since Julia adopted him from us is remarkable. He is now healthy, happy, confident and full of energy. Even more impressive is the bond between them. They have become a true team, built on trust and understanding.

    I would trust Julia with any rescue dog, including those with behavioural challenges, and happily with my own — something I reserve for very few people.