06/05/2026
From Solo Strolls to Social Sniffs: Meet Zak! 🐾
I’ve been walking this gentle Whippet cross for over a year now, and his journey has been one of my favourites to watch.
When we first started, Zak was so nervous that we stuck to solo walks. He found the big wide world (and other dogs) a bit overwhelming. But look at him now! Over the months, he’s grown so much in confidence.
He’s graduated to walking with my Fox Terrier, Colin, and a few other pals. He’s even started independently going up for a friendly sniff—something he never would have dreamed of doing a year ago! 🥹
He’s still a quiet, timid boy at heart who loves to explore the world through his nose, but show him a treat and you’ll see his ‘spark.’ Even on the lead, he gets this burst of energy where he looks like he’s about to set off on an Olympic sprint! 💨🍪
Watching a shy dog find their feet is the best part of this job. Good boy, Zak!
Huge thanks to Zak's family for trusting me with him for over a year!