In dog we trust

We are Citizen Canine. Professional dog walkers, carers, and trainers based in Guildford and the Surrey Hills area. We want to empower owners and their pets to have the best possible life together.

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Hi, I'm Katie

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I founded Citizen Canine in 2021. With a background of rehabilitating a number of challenging rescue dogs, I found there was a need for a community space where everyone can go for support.

Our Values

DESIRE FOR CHANGE

We offer a holistic approach to pet wellbeing, from nutrition and training to owner workshops and grooming. We reject casual and unsafe practices as well as corporate takeovers of our care and education-centric world.

Community first

We’re fanatical about giving the best possible care to the dogs entrusted to us, as well as their lifestyle and training. We connect local suppliers with our clients and foster a community of resource-based sharing and understanding.

CONFIDENCE & SUPPORT

We understand how hard ownership can be, and believe that it’s acceptable for things to go wrong on the journey to improvement. We welcome mistreated animals and mis-understood breeds and work with pet psychologists and specialist trainers to build confidence in both pet and owner.

PREMIUM CARE

Our customers deserve to know that their dog is getting the very best care and experience. We transport our animals in air-conditioned luxury, supply digital trackers for all dogs when they're with us and send regular updates to ensure peace of mind. Our passionate people are trained to the highest standard.

Meet our team

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Katie

Expertise

Founder / Dog Training

Experience

Katie is an approved handler by Mary Foryszewski at Pawfect Training School.

Qualifications

Accredited Dog Trainer at Institute of Modern Dog Trainers. Psychology BSc, studying with the aim to become a certified Animal behaviourist, Trained Dog First Aider, CHW Hoopers Instructor.

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Maddy

Expertise

Dog Handler/ Dog Training

Experience

Used to handling and training reactive dogs. Approved handler by Mary Foryszewski at Pawfect Training School.

Qualifications

Animal Management Level 3 National Extended Diploma, CHW Hoopers Instructor and Trained Dog First Aider.

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Karen

Expertise

Dog Behaviour / Training / Flyball

Experience

Focuses on a holistic approach to dog behavioural issues, competing in Flyball for over 8 years and has owned dogs for over 12 years.

Qualifications

Fully qualified behaviourist (IMDTB Accredited Dog Behaviour Level 5), IMDT Accredited Dog Trainer, trained in small Animal First Aid, CHW Hoopers Instructor and CAM advocate level 1.

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Join the walkers party

If you’re as passionate as we are and ready to join our mission to provide premium pet care for all, we’d love to hear from you.

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