Banff, Aberdeenshire
Dog walks and practical training in Banff, Aberdeenshire
Muttley Crew is Tom Holmes. Professional dog walking, one-to-one training, puppy support and dependable home care, always planned around the individual dog in front of him.
- One of only four MDWA-certified dog walkers in Aberdeenshire
- EPPI puppy trainer
- IMDT Professional Dog Walking Certification
- Level 2 Canine First Aid
- Fully insured and DBS checked
Hello from Tom
Dogs are treated as individuals here
Muttley Crew is a small, local outfit run by Tom Holmes in Banff. No conveyor belt of dogs, no one-size-fits-all training plan — just proper time spent working out what each dog needs.
Walks and training are planned around temperament, confidence and the things you and your dog find tricky. If a group walk suits, great. If your dog would be happier one-to-one, Tom will say so.
What Tom offers
Walking, training and care built around your dog
Every service starts with a conversation, never an online booking form.
Group Walks
£12per hour
Sociable, stimulating one-hour walks for suitable dogs who enjoy exploring with carefully managed companions.
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Solo Walks
£15for 40 minutes
Focused one-to-one walks for dogs who need individual attention, a quieter experience or support away from a group environment.
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Training Walks
£25per hour
Purposeful one-to-one walks combining exercise with practical training and support in real-world environments.
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Dog and Owner Training
£25per hour
Practical sessions helping owners understand their dogs, communicate clearly and continue the training confidently at home.
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Puppy Training
£20per session, up to 45 minutes
Available from 10 weeks old. Individual, age-appropriate support shaped around your puppy, covering the useful everyday foundations.
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Pet Sitting
£40per day, 6pm to 9am plus a daytime visit
Pet Sitting is provided by Chris, helping pets remain comfortable and cared for in their own familiar surroundings. The £40 per day service includes Chris staying from 6pm to 9am, a daytime visit and dog walks.
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Pet Pop-ins
From £12
Flexible visits for feeding, companionship, toilet breaks and general care — available for different kinds of pets, not dogs only.
Find out moreWhy Muttley Crew
Qualified, careful and genuinely dog-daft
Never more than four dogs per walker
Group walks are carefully managed with a maximum of four dogs per walker. When more than four dogs are walking, Tom's wife Chris joins the group, ensuring the dogs continue to receive the appropriate attention and supervision.
Carefully matched groups
Tom meets your dog first and puts groups together around temperament and confidence, not convenience.
Practical training during walks
Engagement, recall and good walking habits are reinforced naturally while dogs are out with Tom.
Professional qualifications
IMDT Professional Dog Walking Certification, MDWA registered member and EPPI qualified puppy instructor.
See Tom's qualificationsCanine first aid knowledge
Level 2 Canine First Aid, so Tom knows what to do if something unexpected happens out on a walk.
Individual consideration
Every dog is treated as an individual — walks and training are planned around their temperament, confidence and needs.
Safe transport
Dogs travel in TransK9 crash-tested cages, fitted with fans and monitored using a thermometer.
See how dogs travelGenuine local service
Muttley Crew is based in Banff, Aberdeenshire, walking the coast, woodland and countryside on the doorstep.
No surprises
Straightforward, honest pricing
Clear prices, no online booking and no hidden extras. Just tell Tom what you need.
Group Walks
£12
per hour
Solo Walks
£15
for 40 minutes
Puppy Training
£20
per session, up to 45 minutes
Pet Pop-ins
From £12
Reviews
Happy dogs. Reassured owners.
Real recommendations from Muttley Crew customers on Facebook.
“We absolutely love Muttley Crew and so does our dog Cheddar! The training was practical, realistic and tailored to his personality. We came away with simple, effective strategies that actually work.”
Rachael Scullion
Facebook recommendation
Recommended by local dog owners for walking, training and dependable care.
Where Tom is based
A local service in Banff, Aberdeenshire
Coast, woodland, riverside and open countryside, all on the doorstep. Get in touch to talk about your dog and availability.
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Frequently asked questions
Tell Tom about your dog
Getting in touch starts a conversation, not an online booking. Tom will talk through what your dog needs and what he can offer.