Dog Walking in 5th Sw, Charlottesville, VA
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1. Melissa L.
“Melissa is great. Prompt, responsive with a friendly, can-do attitude.”
2. Nathan L.
“Nathan was very accommodating to our old boy, there was a couple logical mistakes on my end but Nathan still came thru and made sure our boy was walked.”
3. Jessica L.
“Jessica was great!! She was very thorough, communicated well, and was great with my dog, Sulley! Loved the messages and pictures she left!! Would definitely ask her to watch him again :)”
4. Saskia P.
“Saskia was great and everything you are looking for when you need care for your animals. She was on time, communicative, and caring. I would definitely book Saskia again.”
5. Ginny F.
“We love Ginny! She has been great with our dog in helping us take him out weekly. She is great with communication and truly reliable. She also lets us know her schedule well in advance and responds in a timely manner. Our dog always seems happy to see her and we are grateful for her help with our sweet pup!”
6. Scott S.
“Scott was so helpful for a last minute booking to exercise my dog when I became injured. He's very attentive to my pup's needs and made sure she was happily tired after each walk! I look forward to booking his services again.”
7. Heather A.
“heather is the best! she consistently cares for my dog and is responsible and thoughtful! i highly recommend!”
8. Maura D.
“Maura is amazing!! She took care of my baby boxer while I have to run inside a UVA building to see my daughter science competition. She saved me! Then she returned later to stay with my baby Fify, so I can go back in for the award ceremony. Thank you Maura!!!”
9. Christian A.
“Christian has been such a blessing for us during the last month! She has been so accommodating with our schedule and the needs of our two pups, Finn and Otis. Christian is attentive, caring, and she goes above and beyond when she’s working with us and our dogs. She is a great communicator and is always punctual. We are so lucky to have found her!”
10. Alison B.
“Alison is a very empathetic person. I've seen her take care of plants, people, and especially animals. She is very attentive and loving, and I have trusted her with my pets many times. She is punctual in taking care of them, but also knows how to make them feel loved when I am not home.”
11. Lauren G.
“Lauren is so lovely! She came over before my dog Sulley’s walk to meet him and figure out his routine. She had excellent communication throughout and was wise to not walk him too much/too far in the heat. Definitely would book again!!”
12. Robert H.
“Robert was great with both of our pups on multiple occasions! Would recommend to anyone!”
13. Jen D.
“Jen was responsible, responsive, and great with our dog. She provided great walks with good photos and updates along the way. I won't hesitate to book Jen for dog walking again!”
14. Ellen F.
“Ellen is great! So kind and responsive! :)”
15. Samantha R.
“Samantha was great with my dog Maddie! She was very professional and showed up on time. She was good at communicating with me about Maddie and included multiple pictures. She followed my specific instructions as well and she asked questions. I know my dog is well taken care of with her and I would recommend her to anyone needing a sitter! :)”
16. Skyla B.
“Skyla is awesome and experienced with high needs dogs. She was able to immediately build rapport with our high energy, reactive Shiba and they had a great first walk! I highly recommend her.”
17. Sydney R.
“Thanks for walking Margo in the hurricane!”
18. Kirtly R.
“Thank you so much for walking Olav. I can tell he really loves you. Will definitely ask for you again. Would be good to have you walking him regularly.”
19. Hallie B.
“Hallie is a responsible and loving pet parent of her own who loves to get her pup out on walks and has completed extensive training with her own pup that will come in handy with other dogs, too. You can trust Hallie will put her all into any task you ask her to do with your fur baby! :)”
20. elizabeth w.
“Elizabeth grew up with cats and dogs and has several of her own. She is very reliable and loves to take care of pets. She would be an excellent choice for your business.”
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Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in 5th Sw on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $20 per walk, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A dog walker’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.
As of Jul 2024, there are 429 dog walkers in 5th Sw. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog walker near you. As a reminder, dog walkers joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple dog walkers about your booking. Typically, 84% of 5th Sw dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in 5th Sw have an average of 15 years of experience. Dog walkers with repeat customers have an average of 3 repeat clients. Experience can vary from dog walker to dog walker, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare dog walkers in 5th Sw.
You can’t always predict a super busy day at work, but you can anticipate your dog’s needs. Instead of rushing home at lunch, book a dog walker to give your dog a 30- or 60-minute dog walk. Your dog walker can stop by as many times as you need—on whatever days you need them. With the Rover app, get a comprehensive Rover Card from your dog walker that includes:
- Start and stop times
- A map of their walk with total distance
- Pee, poo, food, and water breaks
- Cute photos and a personalized note
There are 429 dog walkers in 5th Sw on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In 5th Sw, 97% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We know each dog is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog walker near you. As a reminder, all dog walkers on Rover have been background checked for you and your dog’s safety.
Yes! Dog walkers joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog walker through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your dog walker has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your dog is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your dog walker requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
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