Dog Walking in Arlington

“Shawn is wonderful with our girl Apple! She is so kind, patient, and very trustworthy - we all immediately liked her and are so grateful that she can help us with our pup 😊”

Kevin L.

About: Spent extensive time caring after my families dogs & cats as well as the pets of my neighborhood. I also look after my friends cats and dogs of Boston and Maine. Comfortable with walking, playing with, feeding, and even some light training with dogs. I don’t have certifications with dog training but I would be happy to reinforce training you do with them for some light commands. I work in sales in a fairly fluid environment. I spend some time at home and the rest of my time around the city and greater Boston. Drop in pet care/walking fits perfectly into my schedule as I can work from my computer and travel when needed. I do have a fenced in yard but I’m not currently accepting pet care in my own home outside of the critters I already have. I may open up to this in the future but I do use a lot of space In my car already.

“Omar was great with our two Rhodesian Ridgebacks during the walks before his sitting stay. He was prompt, professional, and eager to get to know them, which gave us a lot of confidence and peace of mind. The dogs responded really well to him, and it was clear he was comfortable, attentive, and trustworthy. We really appreciated him making time on short notice and helping us feel secure before leaving them in his care. Highly recommend!”

Mj M.

“Laura had an instant rapport with Wyatt--she's clearly very experienced with dogs and loves them, and is an experienced dog trainer as well. She came to our house, fed Wyatt lunch, took him on a long walk and played fetch in the back yard with him. He had a great time and was a happy, content, tired guy when I came home! Communication was very prompt and frequent, I will definitely have her care for Wyatt again.”

sheherazade e.

“Andrew is a wonderful and communicative dog walker and he’s very good with Casper. He is patient and has taken the time to build a rapport with our dog who can be feisty and tug on walks. Casper loves his walks with Andrew and gets ample exercise and opportunities to relieve himself.”

Masha

About: I have been around animals all my life. Grew up in the rural Midwest surrounded by dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, turtles, in addition to the cows, pigs, chickens, and horses at nearby farms. I love animals and have helped care for them all my life. I am comfortable with all kinds and sizes of dogs and love getting them out on walks/hikes and playing with them, snuggling with them indoors as well. I adore dogs and remain calm, letting them get used to me before trying to engage...letting them set the stage or lead the way. Once I get to know them I am very affectionate with them and love to play and run around with them. I currently live in my own place with my cat and would love to care for your pets in your home. I'm currently between jobs and thought I would get back to pet sitting/walking for now. I love hanging with my furry friends and getting out for brisk walks! I will spend time getting to know your pet, snuggling with them(if they want), getting them outdoors and playing with them, keeping them on their feeding schedule and caring for them like they're my own.

“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!”

Katherine L.

“Thanks so much Caroline for taking such good care of our two dogs while we were away - you were a lifesaver! Highly recommended - will certainly use her again!”

Robert C.

“Our dog can be a bit much with leash reactivity and new changes. We are very pleased with how Kaylor has dealt with Buddy and it seems to be going well. Super grateful for the willingness to work with Buddy!”

Samantha M.

“Mary Kate walked my dog Rosita 8 times last week. She was extremely flexible, communicative, reliable and updated me thru the walks. I could tell my doggie was happy during her care. Planning on have as a long term 😁”

Monyka K.

“Alexandra is wonderful! Rosie adores her, and eagerly awaits her arrival every day!”

Jane L.

“Sarah did a wonderful job.. she clearly loves dogs and is very good with dogs. My pup was so comfortable with her. Definitely recommend Sarah.”

Ann G.

“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!”

Kristina B.

“Lindy (Lourdes) has been so helpful walking our energetic golden retriever! She always comes reliably (with treats!) and keeps us updated on how things go. If it's wet she wipes our girl down. Our pup loves her and we rely on Lindy regularly.”

Christina K.

“Max is reliable and great with my dog Louie! He made sure Louie was comfortable with him prior to taking him on a walk and send me plenty of updates and pictures! I highly recommend Max!”

Irina L.

About: I am a freelance artist by trade, I'm looking to earn some supplementary by putting to good use my love of animals and experience as a lifetime pet owner. I have been the primary caretaker for animals basically my whole life, growing up alongside furry siblings as long as I can reliably remember, including several dogs with behavioral issues such as separation anxiety and jealousy problems. My mother trained as a vet tech and taught me a lot, and is always happy to help even now if I need an extra hand or some expert advice. I have trained dogs, including potty training and dissuading problem behaviors (excessive barking, begging for food, etc.) I have experience caring for dogs in individual, group, and playgroup settings and love all animals. I cannot drive but I can engage in light to moderate dog walking just fine! I use public transport and ridesharing to get around. If you have any further questions about what might be within my wheelhouse feel more than free to ask! As a freelance artist, my schedule for work is fairly flexible and I can plan around pet care time and stays away from home with a lot of freedom, making it possible for me to keep my schedule fluid and make the animal in my care the priority of my routine. I have an apartment in Arlington I spend most of my time at but it's not the best for pets so for boarding jobs I visit and make use of my parents home in Winchester. They and their dog love the company! It has a fenced outdoor area where dogs can easily run, play, and of course go to the bathroom. It is accessible via a basement door and most dogs get the hang of it pretty easily (but I am happy to provide extra help for dogs who struggle with stairs or need other extra accomodations.) It is also home to my parents who love furry guests, and of course Emma, an extremely friendly and patient English Setter who adores playing hostess! I am also of course happy to visit other homes to care for pets, both for drop ins and overnight. I will always take the safety and cleanliness of your home seriously! In other's homes I'm happy to adapt to what resources are available and what areas and routines the dog is generally used to and comfortable with in their own usual environment!

“Gorazd was very gentle and patient with Kodi. She can be stubborn with new walkers and he did a great job with her. Looking forward to having him walk her again.”

Alex R.

“Wonderful!”

Bridget L.

“I could not recommend Hillary enough! She is kind, patient, communicative and takes the best photos of the best adventures 🥰 She is the perfect choice for someone to trust with your pet!”

Josie D.

“Allie has been so great for my bichon poodle Zuri. Zuri is a very leash reactive dog who also tugs during walks. Allie has not only handled these issues patiently (she has tons of experience with pets!) but also has contributed to Zuri being better behaved on walks! On days when Allie doesn’t come, Zuri waits by the door at her usual walk time for her new friend. Allie is also very punctual and has always been accommodating of my last minute changes. Above all, Allie is extremely kind and sweet. I know Zuri enjoys her walks and loves Allie.”

Darleny R.