Hello

I’m Rachael – the heart behind Mindful Trails. 🐾

I’m a lifelong dog lover and experienced dog owner with a deep passion for animals, nature, and wellbeing. Mindful Trails was born from my belief that every dog deserves not just care, but connection with other canine companions, with people, and with nature, in a mindful way that leaves them calm.

Spending time outdoors isn’t just great exercise for dogs — it’s essential for their happiness. I create calm, sensory-rich experiences that help dogs relax, explore, and thrive, especially when life gets too busy for their humans to be there.

Whether it’s a mindful walk that allows them to gently explore the coastline, or some daytime dog care, I’m here to offer your pup the same love, patience, and attention I give my own. Safe, happy, and content — that’s the Mindful Trails promise.

I am fully insured, DBS checked, first-aid trained and highly experienced. When you book with me we first do a meet and greet, so I can learn about you and your dog and make sure I tailor our walks to their needs. Please see the services page to find out more, or contact me here.

My Story

Since having my first dog at the age of seven, I haven't looked back. In more recent years, I've had two cockapoos, Monty and Max, who are both no longer with me. I now have two spaniels, Chewie an 11 year old Sprocker and Obi a 7 year old working Cocker Spaniel. They bring life to our family and we couldn't live without them. I know how important our canine companions are and their care and wellbeing is paramount to me.

I started on a large dog walking app, meeting dogs and taking them on board for dog walks, daycare, and overnight stays, before deciding to evolve my own offering, that's where Mindful Trails comes in. I wanted to go above and beyond the usual dog walking apps, to offer owners the true peace of mind that their dogs full wellbeing is a priority and to ensure that I am giving the dogs in my care the best nurturing, safe, calming, and dedicated experience on the trail, to ensure they have the best walk, even when their owners can't be there!

Mindful Trails is here for 3 main reasons:

1. To give your pup(s) a physical outlet and time in nature, mindfully

2. To give your pup(s) mental stimulation, to keep them happy and content

3. To give you peace of mind that your dog is safe and happy whilst you are not there