North Island Dog Walking Services Survey Second Edition

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North Island Dog Walking Services Survey Second Edition

Hello Northern Islanders! I'm an experienced and qualified dog walker from B.C, collecting data regarding the need for professional dog walking services in the Port McNeill & Port Hardy area—this is the second edition of my survey. I'm looking to get more detailed information in order to get the best possible understanding of the market in your area.

Please help me by completing this quick survey; your feedback is valuable, thank you!

*Please share this survey with local members of your community!*

How many dogs do you own?
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3 or more

None, but I plan on owning a dog in the near future.

Do you currently use a dog walking service?
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No, I wouldn't use a dog walking service.

No, but I would use one if it was available.

Yes, I use one a few times a year for holidays/vacations/special occasions, etc.

Yes, I use one occasionally (1-3 times a month)

Yes, I use one on a weekly basis.

Yes, I use one more than once a week.

If you've used or currently use a local dog walking service please share your experience here:

In selecting a dog walker, how important is each of the following:
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Not Important

Somewhat Important

Important

Very Important

Extremely Important

Flexible booking/availability

Professional training/qualifications

GPS tracking collar for my dog(s)

Affordable Rates

Positive reviews/recommendations

Hiring someone experienced

Insured & licensed

How often would you use a dog walking service?
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I wouldn't use one.

I already use another dog walking service/I'm not interested.

Only a few times a year for holidays/vacations/special occasions, etc.

Occasionally (1-3 times a month on random dates)

Frequently (once a week on a recurring basis)

Often (2-3 times a week on a recurring basis)

As much as possible! (4-5 days a week on a recurring basis)

Which of the following dog walking services would interest you?

15 minute drop in for potty breaks/social time & play/meal feeding

Private 30 minute leashed walks in my neighbourhood

Private 1 hour hikes on the trail

30 minute leashed walks in my neighbourhood for both my dogs (same household) at a discounted rate.

1 hour trail hikes for both my dogs (same household) at a discounted rate.

90 minute social hike on the trail (with up to 5 other dogs)

None/I'm not interested.

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What days of the week would you be interested in booking dog walking services?
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Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

I would only be interested in random/occasional services.

None/I'm not interested.

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What would you expect to pay for a 15 minute drop in service at your home?

*This service can be used for a potty break in the yard/play & social time/meal time*

less than $15

$15

$17

$20

$20+

What would you expect to pay for a 90 minute social dog hike (with up to 5 other dogs) on the trail?

*This rate includes pick up/drop off service at the dog's home, complimentary treats, poop bags & towel down on rainy days*

less than $35

$35

$37.50

$40

$42.50

$45

$45+

What would you expect to pay for a private 30 minute dog walk in your neighbourhood?

*Rate includes complimentary treats, poop bags & towel down on rain days*

less than $25

$25

$30

$35

$35+

What would you expect to pay for a private 1 hour trail hike?

*This rate includes pick up and drop off services at the dog's home, complimentary treats, poop bags & towel down on rainy days*

less than $40

$40

$43

$45

$47

$50

$50+

What would you expect to pay for a 30 minute neighbourhood walk for two dogs of the same household? (walked together)
*Rate includes complimentary treats, poop bags & towel down on rainy days*

less than $35

$35

$37.50

$40

$42.50

$45+

What would you expect to pay for a 1 hour trail hike for two dogs of the same household? (walked together)
*This rate includes pick up and drop off services at the dog'(s) home, complimentary treats, poop bags & towel down on rainy days*

less than $55

$55

$57.50

$60

$62.50

$65+

Do you own a dog with special requirements/needs? If so, please explain. (Example: reactivity, medical, etc.)

For what reasons do you need a dog walking service?
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Potty breaks while I'm away from home/at work.

Exercise while I'm away from home/at work.

Meal feeding while I'm away from home/at work.

Mental stimulation/socialization while I'm away from home/at work.

I'm unable to walk my dog myself due to physical limitations.

I don't have time to walk my dog myself.

I don't enjoy walking my dog.

My dog is a challenge to walk myself due to reactivity.

My dog is a challenge to walk myself due to pulling/poor leash manners, etc.

I'm not interested in a dog walking service.

Other:

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Which community do you live in? *

Port McNeill

Port Hardy

What is your age?

under 25

25-34

35-44

45-54

55-65

65+

What is your average annual household income?
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Less than $50,000

$50,000-$74,000

$75,000-$99,000

$99,000-$124,000

$124,000+

Prefer not to answer

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