I’m Derek Chambers, but most people know me as Del. I run Finchley Dog Walker.
I offer one-to-one solo dog walks for dogs who need a calmer, more predictable walk.
No pack walks.
No shared walks with other households.
No van pick-ups.
Quick facts
- One-to-one only
- Walk lengths: 30 minutes or 60 minutes
- Walks start and finish at your front door
- Service area: Finchley, Muswell Hill, and nearby areas (send your postcode, and I’ll confirm)
- Reward-based handling only
- Booking: WhatsApp or email
Prices
30-minute solo walk: £18
60-minute solo walk: £25
You can find all my services here, and all prices here
Who solo walks are for
Solo walks are a good fit for:
- rescue dogs who are still settling in
- nervous dogs who need space
- reactive dogs who struggle on busy routes
- older dogs who prefer a steady pace
- puppies who get overwhelmed around other dogs
- dogs who do better with routine and familiar places
If your dog is sociable, solo walks still work well. Some owners simply want consistent, one-to-one care.
What happens on a solo walk
Every dog is different. I keep walks simple and predictable.
A typical solo walk includes:
- a calm start from your front door
- a local route that suits your dog
- time to sniff and decompress
- a pace that matches their age and fitness
- reward-based support for everyday skills when it helps
30 minutes or 60 minutes
30 minutes often suits:
- puppies
- older dogs
- dogs coming back from injury
- dogs who tire quickly
- dogs who find the world overwhelming
60 minutes often suits:
- dogs who need longer to settle
- dogs who do best with slower, sniffier routes
- dogs who enjoy more distance once they’ve warmed up
Not sure which to choose? Tell me your dog’s age, routine, and what you’re working on. I’ll point you in the right direction.
Safety and handling
I use reward-based handling only. All our walks are tailored to your dog with no rush at their own pace. No harsh equipment or inromsayion, justcalm posyive reward based wlks at their pace
If your dog has a training plan, I can follow it on our walks or I can help with a plan
How booking works
- Message me with your postcode and what you need
- I’ll ask a few questions about your dog and routine
- We arrange a meet and greet before any ongoing care
- If it feels like a good fit, we book your first walk
What to send in your first message
To help me reply quickly, please include:
- your postcode
- the days and times you need
- your dog’s age and breed
- anything they struggle with (other dogs, traffic, people, being handled)
- any health issues or medication
- anything I should avoid (slip lead, collar only, certain routes)
Availability
Availability changes week to week.
If you need walks next week, send your dates and postcode. I’ll confirm what I can do.
FAQs
Do you offer group walks?
No. All walks are one-to-one.
Do you use a van?
No. Walks start and finish at your front door.
Can you help reactive or nervous dogs?
Yes. I specialise in calm one-to-one walks and keep things predictable.
Do you do puppies and older dogs?
Yes. I tailor the pace, route, and handling to the dog in front of me.
What do you need before the first walk?
A meet and greet, routine details, and any key safety notes.
How far do you travel?
I keep my work local so I can be reliable. Send your postcode, and I’ll confirm if you’re in my area.
Call to action
If you’d like to book solo dog walks, message me via WhatsApp on 07707 63344 with your postcode, the days you need, and a quick note about your dog or fill in my contact form
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