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About Me

As a dog lover I realise how important it is to you that your dog is well looked after and given the right care and attention. It was with this aim that I started Gentle Paws, where I specialise in one to one walks, a dog centred approach which means I am responsive to all your dog’s needs, and their safety, exercise and stimulation is my priority.

 

My name is Steve and I am an experienced and reliable dog walker. I live in Stoke Newington, North London. I have lived all my life with and around dogs. I grew up with Jack Russells who I walked every day when I came home from school. The first one was Ben (see pic). As an adult, I have spent time with many other dogs of all shapes and sizes through my friends and Borrow my Doggy - offering regular walks and boarding while their parents are away.

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Values

  • Caring – I am a dog lover,  having lived with and around dogs all my life. I walk one to one or in small groups (where appropriate) so my central focus is always your dog’s needs. I have personal recommendation and testimonies from the parents of other dogs I have walked and had stay. 
     

  • Reliable and trusted – I’m fully insured, and have a Level 2 Dog First Aid Certificate. I stick to my word, always keep the commitments I make to you and your dog. I am on time, every time, keeping all appointments. I go the extra mile in all matters. References available!
     

  • Experienced - I am 48 and first walked our Jack Russell, Ben when I was 10 years old, and have lived and walked with dogs of all shapes and sizes ever since. I understand dogs, am attentive to them, and am always keen to know what they need and understand more.
     

  • Green – I travel by foot or – when further afield – by public transport, items are bio degradable and all of GP’s electrical gadgets are powered by solar energy. In the winter when this isn’t possible we use electricity and gas through our provider’s green electricity and gas tariff.
     

  • Open and straightforward - I am one person walking and caring full-time  for your dog. The most important part of my business is my relationship with you and your dog, and I will work to understand you both and provide what you need.
     

  • Solution-focused - both with dogs and humans I will seek to remedy any issues positively and proactively.

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