We offer one-to-one befriending and group dog walks
What is the CareDogs befriending service?
Our service offers:
A local safeguarding-trained, DBS checked volunteer and their dog who will go for regular walks with you
Access to our events to encourage community connections with other clients and volunteers
If you sign up, you will:
Meet a CareDogs volunteer and their canine friend
Increase your physical mobility with a regular walk
You are eligible for our service if you:
Are over 55
Like dogs but don’t have one of your own
Are physically able and looking to get out and walk
Live in our current operating boroughs of
South London: Croydon, Bromley, Lewisham,
Southwark or Lambeth
Are you interested in signing yourself up for our
befriending service?
Are you a community group looking for a fun group dog walk for your members?
Are you an organisation looking to make a referral to our befriending service?
Our process
Initial Chat
We welcome you into our community and get to know you and your lifestyle better.
Pairing with a
volunteer and their dog
We match you with your own CareDogs companion, a trained, friendly volunteer (and their dog) who you can get to know over your first dog walk together.
Long-term partnership and support
Your CareDogs companion, and their dog, will meet you regularly for dog walks in nearby green spaces.
Part of a community
As part of the CareDogs community, you’ll also be invited to our events in your local area.
