Dog Walking in Arlington
Book a dog walker to give your dog a 30-minute walk around your neighborhood.
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1. Martin D.
“Martin was great with Poppy and Sesame and they aren’t always the easiest especially Sesame with all her energy. Appreciate Martin’s communication and willingness to relieve our dogs.”
2. Shawn V.
“Wow, Shawn is AMAZING! Great with our pups. Prompt and very professional communication. Can’t say enough great things about her. Will absolutely work with her again!”
3. Lourdes S.
“Lindy is great with dogs! She is on time and she follows the lead of the dog that knows his neighborhood. I'll use her again for dog walking needs.”
4. Erin T.
“Erin has been walking our dog weekly, and it’s been great! She’s very responsive and reliable. We love getting updates and pictures from the walk. We’re lucky to have Erin’s help!”
5. Lexi K.
“Lexi has been walking our pup for a few weeks. She is very conscientious about weather and the dog’s safety. Also very reliable and great communication. Would highly recommend!”
6. Mary Kate P.
“Mary Kate showed up on time, took Winnie for a nice long walk, and even worked through me forgetting to tell her where to find the leash. I would be happy to use her services again!”
7. May H.
“May is the best! Incredibly communicative, safe, organized, and sweet with my pup. She sent tons of videos and took Junie on an extra long walk. I have already re-booked and Junie can't wait to see May again.”
8. Ashtyn P.
“Ashtyn was phenomenal with Henry!!! She’s extremely friendly, communicative and reliable. We will definitely be booking her again!”
9. Ashley P.
“Ashley is absolutely wonderful with my dog Gracie and is very accommodating and flexible. Gracie is quite timid and skittish and Ashley is great with her! Would highly recommend!”
10. Colleen B.
“Colleen is extremely professional. She has a very gentle and kind approach towards my very skittish and timid pup. She is communicative and thoughtful with her clients. We are looking forward to working with Colleen more!”
11. Bonnie K.
“Bonnie is fantastic! She has a lot of experience and is very responsive and was great with my dog. My dog has a bit of leash aggression but she handled that with no issue. I highly recommend Bonnie and will absolutely book with her again in the future.”
12. Priety R.
“Takes great care of Charlie! My dog is always in good spirits and content when I get home. We have had Priety walk our dog numerous times, and she has always done an outstanding job. I cannot reccomend her enough.”
13. Audrey L.
“Reliable and flexible to my dog’s needs.”
14. Jillian E.
“I would highly recommend Jillian to anyone looking for a reliable and trustworthy person to walk or care for their pet. She cared for our dogs as if they were her own.”
15. Eunae L.
“Eunae was great! She met Audrey beforehand and made sure she understood Audrey’s needs and personality. She was timely and provided lots of photos which I appreciated!”
16. Mara V.
“Mara has watched my pup many times at her own home. He loves her. She is an animal and nature lover and will treat your dog like her own. I met Mara through her Mom whom I met when our dogs started to play with each other many years ago!!”
17. Sophia M.
“Sophia was such a pleasure to work with. Sophia came on time and collected Dakota and Bogomila on a walk replete with photos and helpful commentary. I look forward to working with Sophia in the future”
18. Andrew K.
“Andew showed kindness and conscientiousness and respect to my elder shiba inu, while also holding the boundaries that these basal breeds need. Knowing that Andrew was walking Jaxson gave me the peace of mind to do the work in the world I am called to do. Gratitude.”
19. Rory P.
“Rory is a caring, trustworthy and dependable pet sitter! He has taken great care of my dogs and cats over the years and they love to see him!”
20. Marina W.
“Highly recommend Marina! She did great with our lab. She offered to come for a meet and greet, asked all the right questions and updated us with pictures from the walk. Captain was happy to see her the next day for a second walk!”
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2. Meet & Greet
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3. Book & Pay
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Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your dog walker has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new walker.
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Doggy Walking FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Arlington on Rover as of Mar 2025 was about $22 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 Mar 2025, there are 9,191 dog walkers in Arlington. 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 Arlington dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in Arlington have an average of 13 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 Arlington.
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 9,191 dog walkers in Arlington on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Arlington, 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.
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