Practical Pups

Practical Pups Specialising in solo walks for pups who need time, patience & 1:1 care — from confident adventurers to nervous rescues.

Covering Chester Green, Chaddesden & Oakwood. Fully insured & Canine First Aid trained. 🩵

Can you spot Rosie? 👀🐶This girl lives for getting dried off after her walks — especially when the heating’s on and the t...
12/12/2025

Can you spot Rosie? 👀🐶
This girl lives for getting dried off after her walks — especially when the heating’s on and the towel’s been warming on the radiator! 🩵✨
Rosie is one of our lovely regular pups, but we do have spaces available for new furry friends. If you’re looking for reliable, friendly and professional dog walking or pet care, we’d love to help!
📌 Book your pup in before Christmas to lock in fixed prices for the next 6 months
No sudden rises — just simple, trustworthy pet care from Practical Pups. 🐾
Pop us a message to get started! 💬🩵

Hi everyone! As the weather gets colder, I know it can be harder for some residents to get out and about with their furr...
26/11/2025

Hi everyone! As the weather gets colder, I know it can be harder for some residents to get out and about with their furry friends ❄️🐾
I’m Cody, the owner of Practical Pups Dog Walking, and I’m here to help keep your pups happy, exercised, and cared for all winter long.
✨ Now offering 6 months of fixed dog-walking prices — no sudden rises, no surprises.
Fully insured and providing solo or same-household walks 🩵
If you or someone you know could use a little extra support with walkies this winter, please feel free to get in touch!

19/11/2025

I love the woods this time of year — so many colours, so many smells, and endless sniffing opportunities for your pups 🍂🐾
If you’d like your dog to enjoy their own little woodland adventure, get in touch to book them in for their sniffs! 🩵

17/11/2025

Saturday was a big-dog kind of day 🩵
All shapes, all sizes, all personalities — Practical Pups is here for them all. Whether your pup needs a full hour’s adventure or just a quick check-in and cuddle, I’ve got you covered 🐾
✨ Prices:
• Solo 1-hour walk — £15
• 30-minute drop-ins — £10
Get in touch to book your pup in for some weekend waggy fun 🩵🐶

14/11/2025

Happy girls on their walk 💙🐾
I absolutely love seeing Lola running alongside her sister — even if it does mean she needs a full belly-drying session as soon as she gets home 😅
Little legs + big zoomies = one soggy but very proud pup!

10/11/2025

A little win that means a lot 💙
Lola has been steadily growing in confidence on our walks, and today… she ran for the very first time 🥹🐾
Watching her find her feet (and her zoomies!) has been the sweetest journey.
Now her sister Amber? She came out of the gate zooming from day one — happy bean energy from the very first walk! 🤣✨
Same home, same love, completely different personalities — and that’s what makes them both so special.
So proud of you, Lola — go girl! 💙🐶

Caught in the act!The “I’m just checking your pockets for safety reasons” excuse doesn’t really hold up when your nose i...
07/11/2025

Caught in the act!

The “I’m just checking your pockets for safety reasons” excuse doesn’t really hold up when your nose is in the treat bag, my friend 👀🐾

Apparently my treats are just too good to resist… and honestly, fair enough 😅

If your little treat thief needs someone new to steal snacks from, you know where to find me! 🤣🐶

05/11/2025

Walked into a kitchen full of Bernese Mountain Dogs and their friends, suddenly felt like I should’ve booked an appointment with the management team first 😅
Drop-in approved: 6/6 would cuddle again 🐶

Can you count them?💙

Let’s be honest… some dogs would file a complaint if left alone for more than 20 minutes 😂That’s where drop-ins save the...
04/11/2025

Let’s be honest… some dogs would file a complaint if left alone for more than 20 minutes 😂
That’s where drop-ins save the day!
Perfect for pups who:
✅ Can’t possibly hold their wee until you’re home
🐶 Need someone to witness their zoomies
💛 Believe cuddles are a legal requirement
🍗 Expect snacks at all times
A drop-in is basically:
• Toilet break 🚽
• Cuddles & reassurance 🥰
• Play, enrichment or a sniffy garden wander 🐾
• Fresh water & treats (if allowed) 🍪
It gives your dog a little burst of happiness in the middle of their day — so they don’t greet you after work like they’ve been abandoned for 47 years.
Working pup parents, you’re doing great. Drop-ins just help your dog feel like you never left 🩵
Message to book your pups in for a cuddle break 🩵

03/11/2025

Woodland adventures with amber and Lola ❤️

A little glimpse into today’s walks with Practical Pups 💛
Plenty of sniffs, tail wags and one-to-one time just the way we like it.
I love being able to tailor each walk to suit every dog’s personality, pace and needs.
Would you like more “day in the life” posts like this?

Puzzle toy for my girl tonight, one thing I stand by more than anything at the moment is mental stimulation is so good f...
25/03/2025

Puzzle toy for my girl tonight, one thing I stand by more than anything at the moment is mental stimulation is so good for dogs. During this pregnancy I've had so many ups and downs and that's difficult to accept. But suplimenting some of her exercise for mental stimulation toys has helped us both so much. She's taking everything so well and I know she's going to adapt to the new arrival because she's getting used to doing less physically already! Set the right expectations if you want your dogs to thrive. Thinking practically can help your dogs so much. More about mental stimulation below ❤️

Mental stimulation is key to a dog's well-being and can take many forms. Interactive toys like puzzle feeders challenge their problem-solving skills and satisfy foraging instincts. Training sessions, whether for new tricks or reinforcing commands, offer mental exercise and strengthen the bond with their owner. Scent work, such as hiding treats, engages their sense of smell and provides a fun challenge. Social interactions with other dogs or people introduce new experiences. Engaging a dog’s mind regularly prevents boredom and reduces behavioral issues, ensuring a happier, healthier pet.

Overnight sit with the lovely SidI love looking after this little man. We're slowly becoming friends which says alot for...
25/01/2025

Overnight sit with the lovely Sid
I love looking after this little man. We're slowly becoming friends which says alot for this little lad. He loves playing treat games with me so much. Choosing games to work his little brain are so important but making care work for each dog is what I pride myself on here at Practical Pups
Get in touch for meet and greets if you think pet sits might be the way for your pup when your off on an adventure.

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