Our Expert Qualifications
We don’t just walk dogs – we are fully qualified canine professionals, combining veterinary knowledge with advanced training and behaviour expertise you can trust.
š©ŗ Medical & Veterinary Expertise
Knowledge you won’t find with standard dog walkers
• Level 4 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing – Fully qualified, registered and experienced. This is our foundation – we understand anatomy, health, medication, and early warning signs of illness or injury.
• Pet First Aid & CPR Certified – Trained in emergency care, choking, bleeding, poisoning, heatstroke and injury management.
• CPD Certified – Canine Dental Care, Holistic Health & Nutrition – We care for your dog’s whole wellbeing, inside and out.
Having a qualified veterinary nurse looking after your dog means safer walks, better care, and peace of mind.
š§ Canine Education & Training Specialist
We have completed advanced, accredited training to understand exactly how dogs think, learn, communicate and develop.
• Level 3 Award in Puppy Training – Higher Distinction | NEW – June 2026 šāØ
Expert knowledge of the critical 8–16 week socialisation window, bite inhibition, toilet training, and building confidence.
• Level 3 Award in Dog Training – Higher Distinction
Modern, reward-based training methods, obedience, recall, and solving common behaviour issues.
• Level 3 Award in Canine Behaviour Training – Distinction
Understanding anxiety, fear, reactivity, and how to support your dog kindly and effectively.
• Level 3 Award in Canine Communication – Higher Distinction
Reading body language, calming signals, stress signs, and what your dog is really telling you.
š Our Certificates
š Industry Recognition & Accreditation
Fully verified and professionally registered
• NarpsUK Gold Seal Certified – The highest standard in the UK pet industry. This means we are vetted, qualified, insured, and follow a strict code of conduct.
• UK Rural Skills – Dog Walking & Pet Sitting – Completed with Distinction Grade.
• Defra Compliant – Fully up to date with all UK regulations and animal welfare laws.
• Award Winning Business – Voted Top 3 Dog Walkers in Eastbourne 2025 & 2026.
Click or tap each image to view our official accredited certificates.
ā Safety, Insurance & Vetting
Your dog’s safety is our absolute priority
• Enhanced DBS Checked – Full background clearance for working with animals and vulnerable people.
• Fully Insured – £1 Million Public Liability cover + Care, Custody & Control insurance.
• COVID & Biosecurity Trained – Strict hygiene and safety protocols.
š” What This Means For Your Dog
Why choose us over other dog walkers?
With Level 4 Veterinary Nursing + 4 + Level 3 Canine Qualifications (all Distinction), we are one of the most highly qualified dog care professionals in Eastbourne.
ā Health Safety: We spot limping, illness, or stress before it becomes serious.
ā Perfect Puppy Starts: We guide your puppy through their most important learning stage correctly.
ā Life Stage Knowledge: We understand dogs will change as they get older — from playful puppy to adult, and into their senior years — we adapt care, pace, and support to suit their age and needs.
ā Educational Walks: Every walk includes mental stimulation, training, and positive experiences — not just exercise.
ā Understanding: We speak “dog” — we know exactly what your dog needs and how they feel.
Your dog isn’t just being walked — they are being cared for, understood, and educated by experts.
David & Michele Dog Walkers – Expert Care, Professional Standards, Happy Dogs.