Business Details
9 Years
experience
Your Trusted Dog Walking & Pet Care Service in Cheltenham
Established in 2017, Whoswalkingme is Cheltenham's premier 5-star licensed and fully insured dog walking, boarding, and pet care specialist. Our service operates across 220 acres of private land, offering dogs unparalleled freedom to explore woodlands, meadows, and ponds. We combine professional expertise with genuine care, utilising a flexible online booking system and real-time GPS tracking for enhanced client communication and pet safety. Our team of dedicated walkers ensures year-round service reliability, with tailored solutions for group walks, day care, home boarding, and puppy visits.We prioritise canine well-being through carefully curated pack selections, constant supervision, and secure transportation. Our commitment to quality has earned us recognition as one of Cheltenham's first 5-star council licensed boarding establishments, serving both local and regional clients with consistent, trustworthy care.
Services
Group Dog Walks
Dog Boarding
Dog Day Care
Puppy Visits
Small Animal Visits
GPS Tracking
Flexible Booking
Pet Medication
Secure Transport
Emergency Care
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We hold Cheltenham's first 5-star council licensed boarding establishment status
- We provide exclusive access to 220 acres of private land for canine exploration
- Our flexible booking system allows last-minute amendments until 7pm the previous night
- We maintain 365-day service coverage with a dedicated team of professional walkers
- We utilise GPS trackers to enhance safety for high-risk dogs at no extra charge
Associations and certifications
- Tewkesbury Borough Council
What people say
Loves dogs and they love her
Adorable videos / photos
Supports separation anxiety cases
Flexible and helpful
Dogs prefer their walkers
Services
Group Dog Walks
Structured group walks lasting minimum 1 hour, carefully curated by breed, age, and temperament. Available 7 days a week with weekday and weekend pricing variations. Includes secure transportation and constant supervision.
Dog Boarding
Council-approved 5-star home boarding with included walks. Requires neutering and vaccination proof. Limited spaces available exclusively for regularly walked dogs with prior meet-and-greet assessment.
Dog Day Care
Flexible half or full-day care with minimum two walks daily. Includes secure play areas and constant supervision. Available Monday-Friday with online booking up to 7pm previous day.
Puppy Visits
Twice-daily 30-minute visits for feeding, toilet breaks, and playtime. Includes basic training support and socialisation preparation. Requires vaccination completion before group interaction.
Small Animal Visits
Specialised visits for small animals including feeding, cleaning, and playtime. Tailored to specific species requirements with experienced carers. Available as single or twice-daily visits.
People
Gayle Rickards
Founder
Established Whoswalkingme in 2017 after identifying local demand for professional pet services. Oversees operations and initial client consultations.
Ali Summersby
Senior Walker
Experienced dog handler specialising in pack dynamics and behavioural management. Builds strong relationships with both pets and owners.
Steve Hester
Walker
Reliable team member with expertise in secure transportation and emergency response procedures for canine clients.
Emma Silva
Walker
Dedicated to providing consistent care with particular skill in managing nervous or anxious dogs through gradual socialisation.
Suany Perez
Walker
Specialises in puppy development and basic obedience training during visits. Maintains detailed client communication records.
Questions
How many dogs are walked together?
Groups are carefully selected by breed, age, and temperament. Sizes vary based on council guidelines and landowner regulations.
Will I meet my walker?
Gayle conducts initial meet-and-greets. While we aim for consistency, any team member may walk your dog to ensure service reliability.
Do you work weekends and bank holidays?
Yes, we operate 365 days annually. Weekend and bank holiday walks are available on first-come basis with priority for regular clients.
What security measures exist for keys?
Keys are stored securely away from personal information. Immediate notification occurs if any key is lost or stolen.
Can aggressive dogs join group walks?
No, group walks aren't suitable for aggressive dogs. Alternative individual solutions may be available upon consultation.
How are emergencies handled?
We contact owners immediately using provided emergency details. Veterinary care follows owner instructions or uses nearest facility.
Reviews (5)
Amanda Wise
Jun 27, 2021
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I cant thank Gayle enough for looking after my Lola-Mae whilst I went on holiday. Lola clearly had the best week as she didnt want to come home From all the great pics Gayle sent Lola obviously made herself at home there!! I would highly recommend Gayle as she is so professional and loves dogs and they love her Thank you Gayle. I think Lola had a better holiday than me!!
James Mccaffrey
Jun 24, 2021
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Gayle has walked all of our 4 dogs multiple times. Great service, dogs love her especially her liver cake!!!. they always come back knackered. Would recommend her to anyone.
Nikki Vercesi
Jun 19, 2021
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Gayle and her team are so caring, reliable and professional. Our Labrador has weekly walks and she comes back pleasantly exhausted and stimulated, which is so satisfying. Being a busy family we often call upon Gayle when we need help with last minute dog walks or to arrange boarding and she goes above and beyond to help us out which we are forever grateful. Luna ( Our lab) is so excited to see the Who's Walking Me Team, even sitting waiting at the front window for Gayle or Ali to pick her up, her excitement is huge testament to the fun and care she receives and we would thoroughly recommend Gayle
Teresa Coupland
Jun 18, 2021
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I cant recommend Gayle highly enough - she is super with my Cockapoo who has separation anxiety caused by lockdown. Gayles so patient, and you can see how much she genuinely loves what she does. Ive never known a doggy walking/daycare/overnight provide as good a service as Gayle.
Kate Berry
Jun 16, 2021
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After over a year of lockdowns and working from home, my dog Carlos had become very protective of me and uncharacteristically aggressive with other dogs, with some inappropriate behaviour. I wanted to re-socialise him and find a dog walking service for when I would have to start going back to the office. From the start the team offered expert advice and guidance - they were happy to take Carlos on as a case. Carlos instantly fell in love with Gayle and Ali and was so excited whenever they came to take him. He always returns well exercised and happy. He was true to form with other dogs at first
