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Individual Walks
Most popularSolo walks tailored to your dog's pace, personality and needs — with enrichment built into every route.
Sydney, Australia
Release the Hounds.
Professional dog walking and pet care from a certified canine expert. Tailored to your dog. Every single time.
Trusted by Sydney dog owners
5+Years experience
200+Dogs walked
3yrsTeam management
100%Positive reinforcement
What we offer
Tailored care for every kind of dog.
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Home Dog Boarding
Your dog stays with Dan in a home environment — comfortable, safe and full of the attention they deserve.
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Puppy Visits & Training
Toilet breaks, socialisation and basic training for pups, delivered by a certified Puppy Preschool instructor.
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Pet Sitting
Dan comes to you — in-home pet sitting so your dog stays in their own space while you're away.
Meet Dan
More than a dog walker. A canine professional.
With over five years of professional experience, Dan has built a reputation for reliable, safe and personalised care for every dog he meets. For three years he managed one of Sydney's largest professional dog walking teams — coordinating daily operations, mentoring staff and maintaining the highest standards of care.
Dan is a certified Puppy Preschool instructor and applies that knowledge to every interaction — whether it's a solo walk, a home boarding stay, or a basic training session.
- Free meet & greet before your first booking
- Individual care tailored to your dog's needs
- Positive reinforcement only — no aversive methods
- Experienced with energetic, anxious, elderly & reactive dogs
Qualifications & experience
The credentials behind the care.
- 015+ years professional dog walking experience
- 023+ years managing a large Sydney dog walking team
- 03Steve Austin & Vicki Austin Puppy Preschool Instructor Certificate
- 04Current Working With Children Check
- 05Experienced with all breeds, sizes & temperaments
- 06Fully insured — public liability & pet business cover
Our brand
A mark you'll recognise on every walk.
Bold, geometric, trustworthy — our logo captures exactly what we stand for. Look out for us across Sydney.
Release The HoundsDog Walking · SydneyPricing
Simple, honest pricing.
No hidden fees. No lock-in contracts. Just great care.
Dog Walking
Group Walk
$40per walk
- 60-minute group walk
- Small group setting
- Post-walk photo update
- Towel dry if wet
- Regular booking discounts
Dog Walking
Individual Walk
$150per walk
- 60-minute solo walk
- 1-on-1 with Dan
- Post-walk photo update
- Tailored route & pace
- Ideal for anxious or reactive dogs
Home Boarding
Small Dog
$100per night
- Stays in Dan's home
- Full feeding & care
- Comfortable home environment
- Updates throughout the stay
- All breeds under ~10kg
Home Boarding
Large Dog
$140per night
- Stays in Dan's home
- Full feeding & care
- Comfortable home environment
- Updates throughout the stay
- All breeds over ~10kg
Happy owners
Happy dogs. Happier owners.
“My rescue greyhound Biscuit was anxious around strangers but Dan had him relaxed and tail-wagging within the first week.”
Sarah M. — Biscuit, 4yr Greyhound · Surry Hills. Photo: Sarah M..
“The photo updates after every walk are genius. We can see exactly where Mango went and how long she played.”
James & Priya K. — Mango, 2yr Labrador · Newtown. Photo: James and Priya K..
“Three dogs, zero stress. Dan handles our whole pack with patience and genuine love.”
Linda O. — Rufus, Duke & Penny · Leichhardt. Photo: Linda O..
FAQ
Got questions?
Yes. Every new client starts with a free, no-obligation meet and greet so Dan can learn about your dog and their routine.
Release The Hounds covers Sydney's Eastern Suburbs and Inner West. Ask if your suburb is not listed.
Yes. Dan is a certified Puppy Preschool instructor and uses positive reinforcement throughout.
Yes. Individual services can be tailored for anxious, reactive, elderly and high-energy dogs.
Sometimes. Availability varies, so regular bookings are recommended, but it is always worth asking.
Service area
Dog walking across Sydney’s best suburbs.
Dan covers the full Eastern Suburbs and Inner West — from Bondi Beach to Balmain, Paddington to Petersham.
Get in touch
Let’s get your dog walking.
Send a message and Dan will get back to you quickly. Every booking starts with a free meet & greet — no commitment required.
- Phone
- 0400 000 000
- hello@rthdw.com.au
- Service area
- Sydney, NSW
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7am–7pm