Chorlton-based professional dog walks, puppy walks and behaviour training, providing premium, positively-reinforced behaviour and pet care for dogs and their humans across South Manchester — from someone who treats your dog like a member of the family, because that's what they are.
Working with dogs has been my life long dream. I started Cleo's Dog Walks because getting to spend my days outside with different breeds — learning their quirks, watching their personalities come through — is honestly the best kind of work. No two dogs are the same, and that's what keeps me coming back.
Every walk is varied, fun and energetic, with enrichment tailored to the dog in front of me. I take on a small, deliberately limited group of clients so that every dog's needs are met and every puppy gets the patient introduction to the world they deserve.
I'm currently training to be an Advanced Clinical Canine Behaviourist, CIDBT, and those studies have grown into something I now offer alongside walks: kind, force-free one-to-one training for the everyday things that trip owners up — loose-lead walking, recall, puppy foundations and calm manners at home. There's nothing quite like watching a dog and their human find their rhythm together.
I have over 10 years of experience, am fully insured and DBS-checked. I can't wait to meet your dog!
How I train: nothing scary, nothing sharp, nothing your dog didn't sign up for. I work reward-first — treats, praise, play, timing — and I let your dog do the learning at their own pace.
It's not a soft option. Dogs trained this way tend to listen faster and stick with it longer, because they're choosing to work with you rather than trying to avoid something. The side effect is a happier dog and a stronger relationship — which quietly heads off most of the problems people book training to fix in the first place.
I focus on the everyday things — the walks, the doorbell, the recall in the park, the puppy who thinks your hand is a chew toy. If any of these sound familiar, let's talk.
Curious? Let's talk. I'll walk you through how I work, what I'll ask of you, and what's realistic to expect for your dog. See pricing below.
Currently training to be an Advanced Clinical Canine Behaviourist, CIDBT. Force-free, reward-based, 10+ years with dogs.
Whether it's a daily walk for your grown dog, your new puppy's first big-world adventure, a mid-day check-in while you're at work, or one-to-one help with a tricky behaviour — every visit is tailored to the dog in front of me.
Solo or small group walks tailored to your dog's pace and personality. Local outdoor spaces where they are free to play, sniff & run off steam. Photos and videos for every walk.
View pricing →Short, gentle adventures for puppies still learning the world. Building confidence, recall and good lead manners — at their pace.
View pricing →A drop-in check while you're out for the day. Fresh water, feed if needed, toilet break in the garden, cuddles & calm company. Perfect for older dogs, post-op recovery or long working days.
View pricing →Kind, force-free training for loose-lead walking, recall, puppy foundations, socialisation and everyday manners. We work with the dog in front of us — and with you.
Learn more →Real walks, real dogs, real adventures. Updated regularly.
Real words from the humans of dogs and puppies I look after every week.
"As the owner of two nervous rescues it was critical to me to find a trustworthy 'friend' to take them out on walks. Cleo has been excellent, she is reliable, trustworthy and a welcome calm influence on my dogs. Would thoroughly recommend."
"I became unwell 4 months ago and Cleo has been walking my dog daily. I cannot recommend her highly enough: she is professional, empathetic and responsible, an excellent communicator with both me and my dog. She clearly understands and loves dogs — I have no hesitation in recommending her."
"My dog adores Cleo. She has got to know him really well and he gets so excited to see her. He is a Parsons Jack Russell full of personality and she has integrated him into the group perfectly. Would definitely recommend."
"Eric has been walked by Cleo for a while now and greatly looks forward to it every time. Lots of energy and variation keep her interested and she always comes back worn out. Best dog walker I've had by far."
"Cleo has been walking Jasper, our family's cocker spaniel, for some time now and I find her to be very friendly, honest and a lovely lady. She has a gift with dogs — making Jasper happy and relaxed — and I know he's had a good walk as he's so calm and happy when he returns. I know he loves his walks. I would recommend Cleo to anyone thinking of using her."
All walks start with a free meet & greet; all training starts with a free 15-min call — no obligation, just so I know I'm the right fit for your dog.
One-to-one, force-free, in your home or in the park. Every dog starts with a free 15-min intro call.
Multi-pet households & regular walking bookings: discounts available · Bank holidays +£3 · Travel free within 5 miles of Chorlton, then £0.50/mile
Quick answers to what most owners ask before their first walk or training session.
Always a free 15-minute meet first — at your home or your local park. No commitment. I'll meet your dog, learn your routine, get keys sorted and answer any questions. Most owners book their first walk within a day or two of meeting.
Then we do solo walks. Some dogs aren't social and that's completely fine — they still deserve a brilliant walk. I never force a dog into a group they're not comfortable in. Honest assessment at our meet & greet.
Yes. Keys are coded (no address or name attached), stored in a locked box, and never carried with anything that could identify your property. I'm fully insured and DBS-checked.
Walks go ahead. Dogs need exercise in all weathers — and most love the rain. I carry towels and dry every dog before drop-off. In extreme heat (over 25°C), walks move to early mornings and stay shorter. Snow and ice are fine — shorter routes on safe ground.
Cancel by 8pm the night before — no charge. Same-day cancellations are 50%, only because the slot is held for your dog and rarely fillable last minute. Genuine emergencies are always free.
Your call. I default to on-lead for new dogs until I know their recall is solid and you've given the green light in writing. Off-lead only happens in safe spots with dogs who come back every time.
The honest answer: it depends. On what you're working on (loose-lead is different to recall), on your dog (age, breed, what they've already learned or unlearned) and — most of all — on you. Training is a two-way thing, and the results come from the work you put in between sessions, not just the hour we spend together. Some things click in one session; others take a block of four to bed in. At our assessment I'll tell you honestly what's realistic.
Force-free and reward-based, always. Treats, praise, play and good timing — nothing scary, nothing sharp, no shock collars, no "dominance" theatre. Dogs trained this way tend to listen faster and stick with it longer, because they're choosing to work with you rather than trying to avoid something.
Yes — and ideally the whole household. Training your dog is really about training you both, because the dog needs consistent cues from everyone they live with. If one person's rules are different, progress slows. Sessions are as much for the humans as the hound.
WhatsApp is fastest: 07380 367 565. Or use the contact form below. I'll usually reply within an hour during walking hours, or the same evening.
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