Welcome to Gundog Walks – Working Breed Dog Walking
Dog walking in Christchurch and surrounding areas for working breed dogs
gundogwalks@gmail.com
Professional Dog Walking in Christchurch, Dorset
Gundog Walks is a professional dog walking service in Bournemouth specialising in gundogs, spaniels, Labradors, retrievers and other active breeds. While we have expertise with working dogs, we also welcome energetic family pets that benefit from structured, enriching walks.
Local, Experienced, and Reliable
Led by Geoff, a professional dog handler and gundog enthusiast, GundogWalks delivers high-quality walking services with a focus on control, safety, and fun.
We know Christchurch’s best routes — from Stanpit Marsh and Hengistbury Head to the Stour Valley Way — ensuring your dog enjoys every outing.
Our Christchurch Dog Walking Services
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Solo Walks – Individual attention for dogs who prefer private sessions.
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Small Group Walks – Safe, sociable woodland and riverside walks.
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Gundog Enrichment Walks – Structured sessions for active working breeds.
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Puppy Visits – Gentle care and short walks for young or recovering dogs.
All walks include photo updates and GPS tracking for your reassurance.
Why Choose GundogWalks
✅ Specialist in gundogs and active breeds
✅ Local Christchurch knowledge
✅ Fully insured & DBS checked
✅ Canine First Aid certified
✅ Professional, reliable, and trustworthy
Areas We Cover
Christchurch, Highcliffe, Mudeford, Southbourne, and surrounding Dorset and New Forest areas.
Book a Christchurch Dog Walk
📞 Call Geoff: 07842 748035
📧 Email: gundogwalks@gmail.com
Or visit our contact page to book your first Christchurch dog walk.
Follow Our Adventures
See our latest woodland walks and happy clients on social media:
📸 Instagram: @gundogwalks
👍 Facebook: GundogWalks Bournemouth
Dog Walking £20 per hour
What’s included:
- Maximum of 2 dogs
- £30 for 2 dogs from same household
- Customised enrichment walks for individual needs
- On lead and off lead walks
- All training equipment is provided by us
*Free pick up and drop off within 5 miles of our home.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do you mean by "working dogs"?
When I use the term “working dog”, I’m referring to the breed traits of the dog. You may or may not be working your dog. For example, a Springer Spaniel is known for their ability to track, flush and retrieve game birds. In order to exercise their brain as well as their body, Gundog Walks aims to work on those breed traits, in a controlled manner, to achieve an enriched walk. We feel this is much more beneficial to the dog than just being walked in a pack of mixed dogs for an hour. Likewise, Labradors are known for their retrieving and finding lost birds, so their time with me will be spent working on those traits. Again, exercising their mind just as much as their body.
What if it’s too hot to walk my dog?
First and foremost, the safety of your dog takes priority. In the event that the morning is deemed too hot, then you’re dog won’t be walked. No dog ever died from not being walked. I can however, use that time to spend with your dog in your own home and garden if you would prefer not to cancel.
Generally all my walks are done in the morning and completed by around 12pm, thus missing out the hottest part of the day. All walking and enrichment training takes place in a woodland environment, so there is plenty of dappled shade. I also carry water at all times and the crates in the car will have cooling mats when necessary.
All walking and enrichment training will be weather appropriate, i.e. the warmer it is, the calmer the time spent with me will be.
Do you exercise dogs over water?
The answer to this is no. I will not walk or exercise your dog around water because I won’t take any unnecessary risks with your dog.
How many other dogs will be with my dog?
I will only take out a maximum of 2 dogs at a time. I work on a “no pack” basis. And if you prefer to have your dog walked and trained on it’s own, then that is no problem. I don’t believe in taking out 6 or more dogs at once, as you see with other dog walkers, there is no way a single dog walker can control that many dogs at once.
Do I need to provide my own training equipment?
No. I have a large range of canvas dummies, rabbit skin dummies, and balls etc. I also have a large range of slip leads, clip leads and long lines. Unless you have a specific piece of training equipment you’d like me to use, I provide all that is needed. You can also buy any equipment from me directly, or my online shop www.gundogshop.co.uk
Are there any restrictions
If you have a bitch who is in season, but needs exercising, we will be happy to train and play within the grounds of your home, but she will not be able to take part in an enrichment walk.
Do I need to be home when you collect or drop off my dog?
No. Most of our clients are comfortable sharing a set of keys to enable us to collect and drop off if you are not at home. Your key will be coded and kept in a secure lock box when not in use. No identifying addresses will be left with the keys, so you can be assured that your home is safe.
Will I meet my dog walker first?
Yes we insist on this. We offer a free face-to-face initial consultation so we can understand your dog’s personality and individual needs. This will also give you the chance to meet us and ask questions. Deciding to move forward is a two way decision and hopefully this session will give you the confidence to do so.
How to contact Gundog Walks – Working Breed Dog Walking in Christchurch
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Get in touch! We’re here to quickly provide you with the info and services you need & answer any question you may have.
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and arrange a free consultation, where we can arrange a convenient time to meet you and your pet and discuss your needs.
From this we can get all the information we need to know about your pet, emergency contact details and of course answer any questions you will have for us.
This will also give you the opportunity to meet us face to face and see who you are putting your trust with.
Serving Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch, and the wider Dorset area.
