Dog Walking in Academy Gardens, Philadelphia
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1. Brian W.

“Brian’s Dog Dad kind demeanor shined through at our meet and greet! Rocky liked Brian’s vibe from the start. Happy to have confidence in Brian’s experience knowing Rocky’s breed! Grateful thumbs up!! ??”




2. Emily L.


“Emily is amazing with Timber and he is making strides with her. She is experienced, reliable, punctual, and Timber looks forward to her visits. Her daily updates give us piece of mind and we know he is very well taken care of.”


3. Julie L.

“Julie is great with Buddy! She has sat with him, given him his meds, walked and played with him. She makes sure I get photos and videos to check in. It’s nice to know there is someone reliable and caring to help with my big, goofy, neurotic dog.”


4. Anthony G.

“I am so relieved to have found someone who was able to connect with my 20 month old 110 lb white Shepard. Kimba has a traumatic history and I have worked really hard to rehab him mentally since adopting him a few months ago. He immediately took to Anthony and put his fear-based aggression aside. Anthony constantly sent me updates with photos and followed all my requests to keep Kimba on his daily routine. I highly recommend Anthony to care for your dog.”


5. Marilyn S.

“Marilyn is extremely reliable. She communicates well and my 9 month old puppy loves her. We’ve hired Marilyn for 30 minute walks and she always walks him longer. She’s truly a gem!”


6. Jessica D.

“Jessica is very good with my high energy dog. She is also extremely reliable.”


7. Jillian J.


“Jillian is a terrific pet sitter and dog walker! She is responsible, timely and mature and always willing to go the extra mile to help with my cats while she is in my home for even just a walk.”




8. Tina P.
“Tina is one of the most kind and caring people I have ever met. She has watched my dogs numerous times. I know I can rest easy when I know they are in her care! She treats every pet as if they were her own! Highly recommend”


9. Haley B.

“Haley, you are amazing! Thank you so much for everything and I know Oliver loved you. Couldn’t have had anyone better to take care of our little angel. 🧡”


10. Lauryn C.
“Lauryn is an extremely loving and caring person with animals. When my cat was suffering from a hematoma, they were nothing short of excellent with helping me give care to him. Lauryn is also a cat owner themselves and anytime I have seen them together, their cat has been very affectionate and loving after starting out as a frail and shy cat. My dogs are always happy to see Lauryn, instantly running up to them and waiting eagerly to be scratched and pet. Overall Lauryn is a very responsible, loving, caring person who is very committed to making sure all pets feel loved and cared for.”


11. Michael F.
About: Whether you have a playful puppy, a senior dog, or a special-needs cat, I go beyond basic care to ensure your pet feels loved, safe, and well-cared for. Pet care is a central part of my daily routine. I ensure that each pet I care for receives the attention they deserve by scheduling regular check-ins, walks, and playtime. My daily routine includes regular walks, playtime, and enrichment activities to keep them engaged. I also maintain a clean and safe environment, ensuring all pets are fed according to their diet


12. Artur P.
About: I've taken care of every kind of cats since I was 5. I also have experience with dog care. Neighbours, friends and family have relied on me to walk, feed and bathe their pets. My cat is already 14 years old and he feels great and full of energy. I'm full time student, so I'll have plenty of time to play with your pups! I'm available for boarding on weekends, and weekdays after 10am. According to the rules of my place of residence, I cannot keep pets. Unfortunately, there is nothing I can do about it, but I really want to get a cat because I cannot live without them.


13. Victoria f.

“Victoria is very reliable and communicative! She was also very accommodating with some unforeseen changes to the plan. I would HIGHLY recommend her, and will certainly book her again in the future!”


14. John D.

“John has been taking care of both my cats for the past 5 years intermittently. He is incredible with my animals and I always feel comfortable knowing they are in his safe care. The cats love him and it's great having someone my husband and I can trust to watch our fur babies while we go on vacation/ out of town. I highly recommend John to all my friends/family for their pets as well.”


15. Mai S.
“Mai was great with Tootsie!! She was prompt for daily morning walks, sent pictures during walks, and very attentive. We will definitely use her services again in the future. 10/10 would recommend.”




16. Kate C.
“Kate is a really good with dogs of all size. She understand the needs and she will do everything in her care to help out the owner. She is young and responsible.”


17. Ramona S.
About: I have worked in the Healthcare support industry many years.I have skills in medical observations, patience & understanding which has helped me with pets .In my childhood thru high school (Hallahan Catholic Girls High School Alumni) I cared for my pet cat for an estimated 12 years. Presently I take care of my rescue cat, an orange tabby named "Mahi". I would welcome the opportunity to be of help to you and your pet. I normally walk everyday. I have also volunteered by helping others with their pets at times. I didn't know I could have a job at this🙂, this is great. Feel free to use the new client referral discount in photos. If you need an additional discount let me know I will work with you.


18. Shelly M.
“Shelley takes care of my dog Lucy. She loves to be there and shelley is doing a great job. No complaints and looking forward to bring Lucy back to her.”




19. Victoria T.
“Victoria (Torie) is a genuinely compassionate dog caregiver and incredibly adept at her job. She takes great pride in providing excellent service and is attuned to the needs of dogs. I would highly recommend Torie to be used by everyone. I trust her to provide the best care for my dogs.”


20. Alyssa H.
About: I’ve taken care of my two dogs daily. I’m doing walking with them twice a day depend on weather but most of time there’s walking around the blocks. I’m deaf. We would like to make your stay with us as easy and smooth as possible, and so we will do our best to keep your dog feeling comfortable in our home. Just let us know whatever special needs or requests you have when we meet. We will keep in touch with you throughout the visit to let you know how your fur-baby is doing so that you can enjoy being away! *What to bring: - Food - Bed/crate - Bowls - Any preferred toys or treats We look forward to meeting you and your dog before you book your stay with us. Im currently available for all days and hours. I like to inform ahead of time so I can have prepare myself to take care of your dogs or cats. I have a fenced and big backyard that my two of dogs love to play and running around. They like to playful most of time.
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Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Academy Gardens 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 6,574 dog walkers in Academy Gardens. 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, 85% of Academy Gardens dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in Academy Gardens have an average of 14 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 Academy Gardens.
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 6,574 dog walkers in Academy Gardens on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Academy Gardens, 89% 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.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog walking service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your dog walker’s cancellation policy.
