Give Your Dog the Ultimate Day with Morning and Afternoon Outings
Some dogs need more than a single daily walk to truly thrive. Active breeds, high-energy dogs, and social pups benefit tremendously from structured morning and afternoon outings that provide both physical exercise and mental stimulation throughout the day.
VIPets offers premium twice-daily dog walking services in Christchurch, combining a morning walk with feeding and an afternoon adventure outing – all for $60 per day. This comprehensive service ensures your dog receives optimal exercise, nutrition, and enrichment while you’re at work or managing busy schedules.
Why Dogs Thrive with Twice Daily Walks
The Science Behind Multiple Daily Exercises
Morning Benefits:
- Kickstarts metabolism providing energy for the day ahead
- Establishes routine that helps dogs feel secure and balanced
- Provides toilet opportunities preventing accidents during long work days
- Mental stimulation from morning scents and environmental changes
- Reduces anxiety associated with being left alone for extended periods
Afternoon Benefits:
- Prevents destructive behavior caused by accumulated energy and boredom
- Maintains muscle tone and cardiovascular health through consistent activity
- Social enrichment from meeting other dogs and people during peak activity times
- Mental decompression helping dogs relax for evening family time
- Better sleep quality from adequate daily exercise and stimulation
Dogs Who Benefit Most from Twice Daily Service
High-Energy Breeds:
- Border Collies, Australian Shepherds, Jack Russell Terriers
- Working breeds like German Shepherds, Belgian Malinois
- Sporting dogs including Labradors, Golden Retrievers, Pointers
- Terrier breeds with high activity requirements
Young Dogs (6 months – 3 years):
- Puppies and adolescent dogs with excess energy
- Dogs still learning appropriate behavior and outlet channels
- Social dogs who benefit from multiple interaction opportunities
Dogs with Specific Needs:
- Anxious dogs who struggle with long periods alone
- Dogs recovering from behavioral issues requiring structured exercise
- Social dogs who thrive on interaction and environmental enrichment
- Working dogs who need mental and physical challenges
VIPets Morning and Afternoon Service: $60 Per Day
Morning Service (8:00 AM – 10:00 AM window)
What’s Included:
- 30-40 minute individual walk tailored to your dog’s energy level
- Fresh breakfast according to your feeding schedule and dietary requirements
- Health check noting any changes in behaviour, appetite, or physical condition
- Toilet break ensuring comfort for the day ahead
- Basic training reinforcement maintaining commands like sit, stay, and recall
- Fresh water ensuring proper hydration
Morning Walk Benefits:
- Gentle wake-up exercise appropriate for starting the day
- Neighbourhood exploration with familiar scents and sights
- Social opportunities with other early morning walkers
- Routine establishment, creating consistency your dog can rely on
Afternoon Service (2:00 PM – 4:00 PM window)
What’s Included:
- 45-60 minute local outing to stimulating locations like parks, beaches, or trails
- High-energy exercise including running, playing, and exploration
- Mental enrichment through new environments and challenging activities
- Social interaction with other dogs and people when appropriate
- Advanced training practice working on recall, impulse control, and behaviour modification
- Post-adventure cool-down ensuring your dog returns home calm and satisfied
Afternoon Adventure Options:
- Hagley Park exploration with off-leash areas and varied terrain
- Beach outings for swimming, running, and sensory enrichment
- Port Hills trails providing challenging hikes and stunning views
- Local dog parks for social interaction and group play
- Forest walks through Christchurch’s beautiful natural reserves
The VIPets Twice Daily Advantage
Professional Standards for Premium Service
10+ Years Professional Experience: Every VIPets twice-daily service is provided by experienced professionals who understand canine behaviour, exercise requirements, and the specific needs of high-energy dogs.
Individual Attention Throughout: Unlike group services that divide attention among multiple dogs, VIPets provides exclusive one-on-one care during both morning and afternoon sessions.
Customised Exercise Programs: Each dog receives tailored exercise appropriate to their age, breed, fitness level, and personality, ensuring optimal benefit without overexertion or stress.
Safety-First Protocols: Professional equipment, first aid knowledge, emergency contacts, and weather-appropriate planning ensure your dog’s safety during all activities.
Communication and Peace of Mind
Daily Updates:
- Morning check-in confirming successful pickup and feeding
- Afternoon adventure photos showing your dog enjoying their outing
- End-of-day summary highlighting activities, behaviour, and any observations
Flexible Scheduling:
- Consistent time windows that work with your schedule
- Weather adaptations ensuring appropriate activities regardless of conditions
- Holiday availability when you need reliable service most
Emergency Preparedness:
- Veterinary contacts for immediate health concerns
- First aid certification for injury or emergency response
- Real-time communication keeping you informed of any issues
Comparing Twice Daily Service Value
VIPets Premium Service: $60 per day
What You Get:
- Two professional visits with individual attention
- Morning feeding and basic care
- Afternoon adventure in stimulating locations
- Professional expertise with 10+ years experience
- Full insurance coverage and emergency protocols
- Daily communication with photos and updates
Alternative Options Comparison:
Doggy Daycare: $40-60 per day
- Group environment with divided attention
- Limited individual exercise for your specific dog
- Exposure to illness and behavioral issues from other dogs
- Fixed location without environmental variety
- Transportation required to/from facility
Professional Pet Sitter (Two visits): $50-70 per day
- Variable quality depending on individual sitter
- Often home-based rather than adventure-focused
- Limited outdoor locations and activities
- Potentially inconsistent scheduling
Who Benefits Most from Morning and Afternoon Service?
Ideal Client Situations:
Long Work Days:
- Professionals working 8+ hour days
- Shift workers with extended absence periods
- Business travel requiring reliable daily care
- Healthcare workers with demanding schedules
High-Energy Dog Families:
- Young working breeds requiring extensive exercise
- Rescue dogs with behavioural needs requiring structured activity
- Multi-dog households where one dog needs extra attention
- Dogs transitioning from problem behaviours to positive outlets
Lifestyle Enhancements:
- Families wanting their dog thoroughly exercised before family time
- Professional couples seeking premium pet care services
- Dog owners recovering from injury who can’t provide adequate exercise
- Pet parents who value their dog’s mental and physical wellbeing above convenience
Scheduling Your Twice Daily Service
Flexible Time Windows:
Morning Service:
- Early shift: 8:00-9:00 AM pickup
- Standard shift:9:00-10:00 AM pickup
- Custom timing available for specific work schedules
Afternoon Service:
- Midday option: 12:00-1:00 PM for lunch-break style outings
- Afternoon adventure: 2:00-3:00 PM for extended exploration
- Late afternoon: 3:00-4:00 PM for pre-family time exercise
Service Areas Throughout Christchurch:
Central Christchurch: CBD, Addington, Sydenham Eastern Suburbs: Sumner, New Brighton, Redcliffs Western Areas: Riccarton, Fendalton, Ilam Southern Suburbs: Cashmere, Woolston, Port Hills Northern Areas: Papanui, Merivale, St Albans
Success Stories: Dogs Thriving with Twice Daily Service
Case Study: Max the Border Collie
The Challenge: Max, a 2-year-old Border Collie, was displaying destructive behaviour including chewing furniture and excessive barking during his owner’s 9-hour work days.
VIPets Solution:
- Morning: 30-minute neighbourhood walk with breakfast and mental stimulation games
- Afternoon: 60-minute adventure at Hagley Park with frisbee play and off-leash running
Results: Within two weeks, Max’s destructive behaviours ceased completely. His owner reported he was calm and content during evenings, and his overall obedience improved significantly.
Case Study: Luna the Anxious Labrador
The Challenge: Luna, a 4-year-old rescue Labrador, suffered from separation anxiety and would become increasingly distressed during long periods alone.
VIPets Solution:
- Morning: Gentle 40-minute walk with confidence-building exercises and feeding routine
- Afternoon: Beach adventure with swimming and socialisation opportunities
Results: Luna’s anxiety decreased dramatically with the structured twice-daily routine. She began looking forward to the visits and showed significant improvement in her overall confidence and behaviour.
Frequently Asked Questions About Twice Daily Service
Is twice daily walking necessary for all dogs?
Not all dogs require twice daily professional walking, but high-energy breeds, young dogs, and those with behavioural needs often thrive with this level of service. Dogs who become destructive, anxious, or overexcited with single daily walks typically benefit significantly from the twice-daily structure.
What if weather conditions are poor?
VIPets adapts activities to weather conditions while maintaining exercise quality. Light rain means covered walks with mental stimulation games. Heavy rain or severe weather shifts to indoor enrichment activities and shorter outdoor toilet breaks.
Can you accommodate special dietary requirements during morning feeding?
Absolutely. VIPets can handle prescription diets, multiple feeding schedules, medication administration, and specific dietary restrictions. All feeding instructions are carefully followed as part of the morning service.
What locations do you use for afternoon adventures?
Afternoon outings are chosen based on your dog’s preferences and energy level. Options include beaches for swimming-loving dogs, forest trails for exploration-focused pups, dog parks for social dogs, and challenging hikes for high-energy breeds.
How do you ensure my dog doesn’t become overtired?
Professional experience allows VIPets to read canine fatigue signals and adjust activities accordingly. Exercise is scaled to your dog’s fitness level, age, and health status, with careful monitoring throughout each session.
Do you provide service during holidays and weekends?
Yes, VIPets provides twice-daily service throughout the year including holidays, weekends, and peak periods when reliable pet care is most needed and sometimes hardest to find.
Getting Started with Twice Daily Premium Service
Your Dog’s Enhanced Day Begins Here:
Step 1: Comprehensive Assessment Free consultation to understand your dog’s energy level, behavioural needs, and exercise preferences, allowing us to design the perfect twice-daily program.
Step 2: Customised Activity Plan Development of tailored morning and afternoon routines based on your dog’s breed, age, fitness level, and personality, ensuring optimal benefit from each session.
Step 3: Trial Period Gradual introduction to the twice-daily routine, allowing your dog to adjust to the new schedule while we fine-tune activities based on their responses.
Step 4: Ongoing Premium Service Consistent, professional care with regular communication and adjustments as your dog’s needs evolve and fitness improves.
Why Christchurch Dog Families Choose VIPets Twice Daily Service
“After starting the morning and afternoon service, our hyperactive Australian Shepherd became a completely different dog. The structured exercise gave him appropriate outlets for his energy, and we actually get to enjoy calm evenings together now.” – Sarah and James, Fendalton
“Working 10-hour days was tough on our young Golden Retriever. VIPets’ twice daily service not only solved the exercise problem but actually improved his training and social skills through the professional handling.” – Michael T., Cashmere
“The peace of mind knowing our dog gets proper exercise and care twice daily is worth every dollar. Coming home to a content, well-exercised dog instead of a destructive, anxious mess has transformed our family life.” – Rebecca and David, Merivale
Transform Your Dog’s Day with Professional Twice Daily Care
Don’t let long work days compromise your dog’s physical and mental wellbeing. VIPets twice daily service provides the comprehensive exercise, mental stimulation, and professional care that high-energy dogs need to thrive.
For just $50 per day, your dog receives morning care with feeding plus an afternoon adventure – premium service that enhances their quality of life while giving you peace of mind.
Contact VIPets today to start your dog’s twice daily walks:
📞 Call or Text Lesley: 021 134 8094 or Book a Callback
📧 Email: lesley@vipets.co.nz
🌐 Visit: vipets.co.nz
