About the dog-walking service
Ulrike Krüger
Trained animal keeper with several years of experience in dog care
I've always had a special place in my heart for animals. It was clear to me from an early age that my job would be in animal care. After successfully completing my apprenticeship as an animal keeper, I gained over 10 years of professional experience with respect to animal shelters and pet boarding facilities. Since the beginning of 2021 I've been certified by the veterinary office Lichtenberg and have obtained an official permission to lead dog groups. In addition to this, I am continually expanding my professional knowledge, such as in seminars on topics of behavior relating to play, aggression, and group interaction of dogs.
Even privately, dogs have been with me all my life. My terrier crossbreeds Lotti & Michi have made me aware of the particular needs of small dogs. They taught me that small dogs tend to feel inhibited when they come in contact with larger dogs, as they often have bad experiences due to the differences in size and weight.
My philosophy & values
My goal is to offer a high-quality walk that provides a balance to life in the big city and meets your dog's natural needs. Accordingly, there is no kilometer goal for me. Instead, the walks are adjusted daily to the weather and temperature. For example, on hot days we will go to the lake and when it rains heavily, you'll find us in the forest instead, where the dogs can play, romp and sniff together at eye level with other dogs.
The walks take place in regular groups. This way, the dogs get to know each other better over time and become more confident with each other. Even if the composition of the group changes from time to time, my own dogs will always be familiar faces for your four-legged friend.
The well-being of your darling is always my top priority. That is why I am equipped for all weather conditions and always carry spare coats with me, to accommodate unforeseeable weather changes. It is also important to me that all dogs are socially acceptable and have a certain level of basic obedience.
In my interactions with the dogs, I am authentic and communicate mainly through body language. This way, they learn to orient themselves towards me. Where necessary, I lovingly show them their boundaries, because clear rules ensure a harmonious coexistence within the group.
My philosophy also includes a strong focus on sustainability. I have been vegan for many years and largely do without plastic. It is therefore important to me to also express the sustainability concept in my dog-walking service.
Your dog will be transported in a specially converted, air-conditioned dog van. In addition, I only use plastic-free dog waste bags.