Dog Walking Academy Acres

“Jason was great, in spite of Raven's stubbornness. I appreciated him coming by for a meet/greet prior to the scheduled day. Photos & updates were great”

Kim S.

About: I’ve grown up with animals my whole life, my own family has also been dog and cat sitting throughout my childhood. I love animals and find I can bond with most pets easily! Super active so I can also catch up with most pets. Working part time, usually 2-3 days a week with very flexible hours. Leaves plenty of time for pet play and exercise if needed. Work hours are usually midday, so would be available mornings and evenings. I go based on your preferences! Can walk pets on leash, play with them indoors, play with them in fenced areas, or transport them to parks etc.

“Maria is amazing! She came to my rescue fairly last minute with a series of walks for my big ol AmStaff and Daisy loves her! She spent time loving in her every walk which was super sweet and even helped with clean up when my anxious pup had an accident on the carpet. I’ll definitely be rebooking with her(: Thank you, Maria!!”

Jenna M.

About: I work remotely from home on my computer so I spend a lot of time at home and my hours are flexible. I like to go out and get exercise during the day which is a great opportunity for me to also walk the dogs so your pups will get plenty of exercises. I've been an around dogs my whole life. I had a fun energetic husky growing up and now I have a chill Cotton De Tulier as my best friend. We get into a lot of crazy adventure together. I love taking road trip with my dog to the beach in the summer. Dogs are up for anything and they are the best companion. I love to have more dog if I can afford it but this gig seems like a great idea to have more dogs as well. A lot of people have to give away their dogs to shelters because they can't take care of them and that's really sad. This is my way of making a contribution so people can keep their best friend and still find time to do things they need to do. Hope I can be a great help and looking forward to meeting you and your dog.

“Roy and his wife Shernette are very experienced dog walkers. They are wonderful people and enjoy taking good care of your pets. My dog would be stuck in her crate all day but now has a better life thanks to Shernette. Awesome service!”

Christie L.

About: *UPDATE*- I am back at college so I am available around the Owings Mills area in MD! I have been taking care of pets my whole life. I currently have 6 cats, a senior dog and a fish named Pedro, after the infamous Pedro Pascal. I’ve dealt with animals healthy and disabled, I’ve also dealt with animals of all sizes including horses! I rode horses for 14 years of my life and I’ve dealt with animals as small as a fish. For $15 extra I can do a professional photography photo shoot with the pets and include 5 digital photos and 1 complimentary 8x10 print 😊 I am currently a Junior at Stevenson University, so the pets I sit need to be okay with being let alone for a couple of hours while I attend classes. I also work part-time as a student film worker at my university's equipment room, and that's about ten hours a week. I care for pets very cautiously. I love all animals and want to make sure all pets are happy and safe within the environment I create.

About: Hey there! I'm Ambrosia! You can call me Amber. I've been caring for pets for as long as I've been caring for babies. See it goes hand in hand. Every baby that I've nannied usually has a furry frind with them. The fur baby came first then the actually baby. When caring for the baby I often took a liking to the furry friend too. That meant playing and feeding the dog whenever I wasn't taking care of the baby. Often times I would let the dog out to do his buisness. When the child got older and we went on walks the dog of couse came too. As a former athlete and someone who lives an active lifestyle, I love going on walks and runs. So if your dog is a runner that's no problem for me; just let me know. Just like kids, I can understand the fustration when a pet does not listen. Being a nanny helped me to gain a lot of patience, so if your pup isn't a good listener it's ok! Ms. Amber has the time to wait it out. On the other side of that we all love a little reward so don't be shy to let me know if you have a reward system for your pet. I love dogs yound and old! As caregiver I strive to give your pet the best experience while they are in my care. I look forward to meeting and tking care of your furry friend! As I am not working a traditinal job right now, my schedule is pretty flexiable. Pet care can fit into my daily routine around your pets needs. Whether that be for an early morning walk or a a mid day pop in for cuddles and play, I can be the sitter you rely on. When caring for your fur baby in your home, I strive to keep a clean and safe enviorment for your pet and myself. Any mess that might have been made while caring for your pet will be cleaned up. I want your pet to have the best experience with me and whatever malkes them comfortable with me I'll do. I understand that we all need time to warm up to eachother. I keep a calm attitude and love to givethe equal amout of space and cuddles.

“Daniela was fabulous. She was the highlight of our dog Bailey's afternoons. She went above and beyond while taking him for some walkies.”

Carleigh D.

“We love love love Micah! She is so polite and loving. Duke gets so excited when he see's Micah. I am so happy with how professional yet personable she Micah is.”

Erica S.

“Emily arrived on time and was so friendly and warm greeting Sadie. She definitely provided Sadie a great walk and rewarding experience. I would definitely use Emily again?”

Christine C.

About: I’m an experienced animal caretaker comfortable with pets of all species, ages, temperaments, and care needs. My background includes training challenging dogs, caring for neonatal kittens, mucking stalls, administering IV fluids, raising poultry and small animals, and over 20 years of experience with dogs, cats, fish, and reptiles. I’m confident with special-needs pets, unusual animals, and complicated routines—and I’ll care for every animal with patience, attentiveness, and kindness. I work a standard 8 am - 4 pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays. I am available to care for boarded animals in the morning before I leave and in the evenings when I return from work in those days, with the same diligence and love I give my own animals. For all other days, I am either off or working from home and I am generally available to provide care. If I am visiting your home, I would like to have a meet and greet with you and your animals before you head out of town to establish their normal schedules and routines. During appointments, I will give your animals the same love and care that I give my own. If you are scheduling to have an animal boarded, your animal(s) will be given their own room separate from other animals in the house, with direct access to a large, fenced-in yard, their own beds and towels, and constant access to water. Walks, treats, meals, and medications will be given on an agreed upon schedule. Potty breaks will occur no less than once in the morning, once before and after dinner, and once before bedtime. I do not accept outside bedding and all guests must be up to date on vaccines and treated for fleas and ticks prior to boarding.

“Honestly, I really couldn’t be more impressed with someone I e never met before or even seen face to face. Jess’s professionalism with her rover reports and keeping me up to date on everything and everything far exceeded my expectations. I felt weird at first because this is my first experience using this app and Jess was even able to help me understand how the app works and walk me through a lot of things I didn’t think of doing. She went the extra mile to take care of my two dogs and what made it even better was her enthusiasm towards everything. I had no doubts after talking to her initially during the booking process that my dogs would get the love and attention they deserved and at the same time still were being trained the way I wanted them too. I never leave reviews on anything, even if I went out to eat at a restaurant and I got the worst meal ever imaginable I still wouldn’t leave a review. The reason why I am leaving the review is because for someone that goes above and beyond like Jess and needs a good reputation to continue getting clients, I would be saying I didn’t appreciate anything she did by not leaving a review. Also everyone should have Jess to watch after their beloved pets!”

Mike S.

“Jessica is absolutely amazing!! She gave my two dogs so much love and attention on their walks and spoiled them rotten! She’s truly wonderful and hope to work with her again!”

Bethany L.

“Morgan was great with my two dogs! She paid close attention to them and made sure they got what they needed.”

Pamela W.

About: Hello! Thank you for considering me for caring for your fur baby! I work full time from home and have the flexibility to drop in your home to meet any and all your dog's needs. You want to bring your dog over for the day? Great! I offer doggie daycare services that included walks and playtime in the yard. You're planning a trip? I got you! I offer in my home boarding. I own a 6 year old golden retriever who loves to meet new friends. I have experience with dogs of all ages, medication management, and dogs who need a little extra love and attention. I pride myself on communion and making sure you feel comfortable knowing your dog is in good hands. Items provided in my home: crate, dog bed, toys, treats (if allowed). Please share any specific needs or behaviors your dog may have so they can have the most positive experience! I work full-time from home. That allows me flexibility to drop into your home as well as care for and give plenty of attention to dogs in my home. I have a 6 year old golden retriever who loves to make new friends. My yard is not fenced but I have a great neighborhood for walking, as well as a large yard to walk your dog on a leash. Working from home I am around most of the day. If I have to go out, the dogs will not be left alone together. I have a crate in my home that I use. If you would like to bring your own, that is welcome as well!

“Brian took great care of my girl, Lemon! He made sure the plan for Lem was super clear beforehand, which I especially appreciated since the schedule I gave him to complement my friend's visit schedule was not perfectly regular, and he didn't miss a visit! He also had to deal with a terrible cold spell, but when he couldn't walk Lemon for more than 5 minutes at a time (about all she can tolerate when it's that cold), he took her for two short walks to make sure she did all her business and then played ball with her in the house. We came home to a dog who, while happy to see us, was clearly doing just fine without us, which is all I can ask for :)”

Meggie M.

About: I’ve grown up with pets all my life, including birds, guinea pigs, and cats. I love working with dogs of all sizes and personalities. I have a huge passion for giving animals the best possible life, full of love and affection. I’m very skilled when it comes to shy dogs that need a little extra touch of love as well. I can’t wait to meet your little angel and have the time of our lives :) I’m very flexible and usually available between 11:00am and 10:00pm. I’m more than happy to spend as much time with your doggy as needed :) I have 2 kitties and they are my babies. I often feed, walk and play with many friends and neighbors dogs weekly and id love to care for yours.

About: I have owned my own kitties for 15+ years. I have also fostered medical and special needs cats and dogs for 3 years as well. I will love your babies like my own! I am currently not working so I am available full time. I do require 1 days notice for bookings and 1 day cancellation. However, please feel free to contact me to discuss specific times and details. I have a big 2 bedroom condo and 2 kitties who love other animals! I am also able to follow any crating instructions your pet may require.

About: I grew up with multiple pets, including two cats in my childhood and a wonderful dog that I helped care for in her seniority, so I've been familiar with animals all my life. Currently, I own and aided in training a high-maintenance, special needs German Shepherd. He's a sweetheart, but he's definitely a commitment! Given his intensely anxious nature, he needs a patient hand to calm him often. He's also epileptic, so I am well practiced in attentiveness, administering medication, following specialized meal plans and the like if needed. I have also done pet and house sitting on many occasions, particularly for family and friends but for a wide variety of pets– from little dogs that didn't even reach my knee, to my own Shepherd, who stands just about as tall as my hip. I've house kept for up to a week, entertaining young dogs and going on daily walks, etc. I am always happy to be introduced to new little ones and have a high pain tolerance when it comes to their claws, so I don't mind when they get a bit rowdy, either! High energy or low, I will gladly make time for any fluffy friends who need a watchful eye. I am currently on track to earn a Bachelor's in the Arts from Towson University, which is about a 50 minute commute from my home. With this in mind, my current class schedule entails that Towson days are essentially unavailable; however, the rest of the week, I'm generally left plenty of room to take on pet care! Life is always busy, and while sometimes I wind up with too many commitments to do it regularly, I'll always make time for it when I can. Though my own home may not be an ideal place for another pet to spend nights due to my Shepherd's nervousness, I will gladly offer my time to visit others. I have previously found myself curled up on a couch with a pet I was taking care of overnight, or even falling asleep on the floor with them. So long as their pet parents are happy for me to do so, I will gladly stay wherever is most comfortable for the pet involved, and take food/water/sleeping arrangements where they are best suited. I also have a fair sense of direction, so I'm perfectly content on walks in unfamiliar places, especially when I have friendly doggos with me!

“Evan is so great with our dog who we are trying to get more used to men. He took the time to visit prior to pet sitting to make sure our dog remembered him and would be comfortable!”

Jessica R.