Dog Walking in Balboa Park, San Diego
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Top rated Balboa Park dog walkers
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“Sydney took my request last minute during a super hectic work week, and I’m so grateful. She was reliable, flexible, and made sure my dog still got his walks even on my longest days. Total lifesaver!”
“Christine takes such good care of Axel. She communicates well and has worked with my trainer to ensure consistency. This has resulted in Axel making incredible progress. He is so well behaved, especially considering he’s only 8 months old!”
“Julio is great with my dogs! My border Collie puppy is nervous around new people. Julio was very gentle and patient with him. I appreciate Julio's calm demeanor and his commitment to learn about the dogs he walks, especially their behaviors and routines. He has good communication and feedback. Overall will definitely be booking again with Julio for dog walks!”
“Maia is truly every doggy’s best friend! When our sweet pup met Maia, she immediately melted in her arms and felt right at ease! Maia gave great updates during her walks and went above and beyond to give our doggy long and productive walks! I would recommend Maia to any dog owner, she does a fantastic job.”
“Great experience :)”
“Beth has been everything we could hope for in a walker for our Aussie! He's happy and content after his walks. Beth has been wonderful, flexible, quick to respond to any messages, and always includes plenty of pics from their time together! Highly recommend!”
“Joanna always does an amazing job!”
“Great dog walker! I would definitely use her again. Loves animals and was right on time 🤩👍🏼🤓”
“Jasmine takes care of my little guy Teddy while I’m at work — whether that be a walk around the neighborhood or a game of fetch in the courtyard, Teddy is one happy camper when I come home! I love the pictures I receive and how good she is with a chaotic puppy! Jasmine is always very communicative and timely - we are lucky to have her!!”
About: I have taken care of pets since I was a kid. I have always had either a cat or dog in my household. Currently I have both a cocker spaniel and an orange tabby cat that love being brothers. I have always been a relaible and trusted option for both friends and family to care for their beloved pets while they need to be away. I am looking to make some new animal friends and be able to provide peace of mind for other pet parents that need trusted and loving care for their companion. I am available for one off occasions or recurring clients. I have plenty of free time to provide pet stays, walks, or dropins as needed! Look forward to connecting! I am able to provide personalized and attentive care to your beloved pet. Whether it be feeding, excersise/playtime, litter box or waste cleanup, affection and comfort, health care, and home care tasks if needed. I strive to keep your pet comfortable in their familiar environment and give them the best possible love.
“Amina is fantastic and we really appreciate her walking Nico.”
“Kerin was very friendly and maintained great communication while taking our pup for walks. She sent plenty of photos so that we knew that our dog was being well taken care of.”
“Shannon is wonderful - I appreciate her summaries and photos at the end of her walks, and when she goes the extra mile. I feel at ease leaving my pup while I’m at work.”
“Superstar dog walker, I wasn’t able to reply to her messages due to the event I was at but she took care of everything I needed and my dog is a happy camper. Very responsible and dependable”
“Lisa was awesome. So friendly with lots of love for my little Bichon. They walked the neighborhood, each day with a different walk. I would highly recommend Lisa for your dog sitting needs.”
About: Every here and there I walk my friends’ dogs, take them to potty and play with them whenever is needed. Regularly small to mid-size dogs. I pet them, and provide them attention and love. I currently have a part-time job, working 3 days a week starting my shifts at 5pm. My mornings and afternoons are normally open to provide pet sitting! Mondays are normally open all day. My home is not pet-friendly due to management rules but I have been to my friends’ homes which have a few fences to block access to certain areas of the house.
About: Hi, I’m Gabrielle! If you’re looking for a reliable, loving walker or sitter, I’m your gal. I love keeping my clients in the loop with updates and photos, so they can relax knowing their pet is happy and in good hands. I’m comfortable with pets of all ages, sizes, and personalities. For those with seniors or picky eaters, I have the experience to make sure they get the medication or dietary routine they need. I’m available 7 days a week. Morning and evening walks are ideal for pups in the summer, but I can be flexible to your schedule. I provide daily or weekly services for you and your pup. I’ll stick to your pet’s routine to help them feel safe and comfortable, whether that’s walks, meals, playtime, or just hanging out. I always give lots of love and send updates so you know they’re in good hands.
“Cassius loved going to the park with Christie every day. She paid close attention to his many picky Frenchie needs and quirks and was extremely communicative and reaponsibke and loving. Great job!”
“Kathleen was a huge help when I injured my leg and couldn’t bring my dog on the walks she deserved. Her communication was great and my husky, Dakota, absolutely loved her and their time together! I was able to see pictures of Dakota on the walk and the route they took, which was a fun additive. We will definitely use her for any needs in the future, highly recommend!”
“Zaira is absolutely wonderful! Always reachable and communicative, and flexible when needed/possible. My dog loves her and she takes great care of him so I am never worried about him. Highly recommend :)”
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Sydney S.
“Sydney took my request last minute during a super hectic work week, and I’m so grateful. She was reliable, flexible, and made sure my dog still got his walks even on my longest days. Total lifesaver!”
Christine J.
“Christine takes such good care of Axel. She communicates well and has worked with my trainer to ensure consistency. This has resulted in Axel making incredible progress. He is so well behaved, especially considering he’s only 8 months old!”
Julio D.
“Julio is great with my dogs! My border Collie puppy is nervous around new people. Julio was very gentle and patient with him. I appreciate Julio's calm demeanor and his commitment to learn about the dogs he walks, especially their behaviors and routines. He has good communication and feedback. Overall will definitely be booking again with Julio for dog walks!”
Maia B.
“Maia is truly every doggy’s best friend! When our sweet pup met Maia, she immediately melted in her arms and felt right at ease! Maia gave great updates during her walks and went above and beyond to give our doggy long and productive walks! I would recommend Maia to any dog owner, she does a fantastic job.”
Andrea G.
“Great experience :)”
Elizabeth M.
“Beth has been everything we could hope for in a walker for our Aussie! He's happy and content after his walks. Beth has been wonderful, flexible, quick to respond to any messages, and always includes plenty of pics from their time together! Highly recommend!”
Joanna F.
“Joanna always does an amazing job!”
Andrea S.
“Great dog walker! I would definitely use her again. Loves animals and was right on time 🤩👍🏼🤓”
Jasmine E.
“Jasmine takes care of my little guy Teddy while I’m at work — whether that be a walk around the neighborhood or a game of fetch in the courtyard, Teddy is one happy camper when I come home! I love the pictures I receive and how good she is with a chaotic puppy! Jasmine is always very communicative and timely - we are lucky to have her!!”
Colin E.
“Colin is a very kind and trustworthy pet sitter and dog walker. He always respects my house rules with my dog and asks questions about my dog’s preferences. He’s gentle with my dog and respectful of my home. Anyone would be lucky to have Colin in their dog’s life!”
Amina G.
“Amina is fantastic and we really appreciate her walking Nico.”
Kerin S.
“Kerin was very friendly and maintained great communication while taking our pup for walks. She sent plenty of photos so that we knew that our dog was being well taken care of.”
Shannon Z.
“Shannon is wonderful - I appreciate her summaries and photos at the end of her walks, and when she goes the extra mile. I feel at ease leaving my pup while I’m at work.”
Marie C.
“Superstar dog walker, I wasn’t able to reply to her messages due to the event I was at but she took care of everything I needed and my dog is a happy camper. Very responsible and dependable”
Lisa B.
“Lisa was awesome. So friendly with lots of love for my little Bichon. They walked the neighborhood, each day with a different walk. I would highly recommend Lisa for your dog sitting needs.”
Maria R.
“Mag is a close friend of mine and I trust her with my reactive, high energy 60lb lab/husky mix! Mag is like an auntie to my pup now and has taken him to the dog park many times for me when I was injured. She is strong, friendly, playful, and I'm pretty sure she can do anything she sets her mind to. Don't hesitate to hire Mag, she will fall in love with your dog and treat them as her own.”
Gabrielle M.
“Gabrielle is great with pets. She is thoughtful, caring and crafty. She takes the time needed because she cares and understands dogs. Gabrielle is reliable and trustworthy. When she is needed, she shows up. When you ask Gabrielle to do something, follow directions, she does it. Gabrielle is my best dog sitter. I have 3 dogs, and I trust her with them, hands down. They love her and she loves them. She takes such good care I know they are in good hands if I ask Gabrielle to take care of them.”
Christie J.
“Cassius loved going to the park with Christie every day. She paid close attention to his many picky Frenchie needs and quirks and was extremely communicative and reaponsibke and loving. Great job!”
Kathleen M.
“Kathleen was a huge help when I injured my leg and couldn’t bring my dog on the walks she deserved. Her communication was great and my husky, Dakota, absolutely loved her and their time together! I was able to see pictures of Dakota on the walk and the route they took, which was a fun additive. We will definitely use her for any needs in the future, highly recommend!”
Zaira G.
“Zaira is absolutely wonderful! Always reachable and communicative, and flexible when needed/possible. My dog loves her and she takes great care of him so I am never worried about him. Highly recommend :)”
Balboa Park dog parents share their Rover experiences
Andrea was supper accommodating to my work schedule. I like that she gave me immediate updates and pictures. 10/10.
Brody absolutely loves his walks with Isaiah! He’s kind, reliable, and goes above and beyond by teaching Brody new skills and reinforcing the ones he already knows. Couldn’t recommend him more!
Though she was only able to walk Wolfie for 2 months she was reliable during that time, would recommend her dog walking services
Owen took such good care of our two fur-babies I can’t recommend him enough. Pulls of the hat trick of being incredibly efficient yet relaxed at the same time. His calm demeanor not only helped to relax our spoiled chihuahua and Pomeranian, but also their high strung parents- who were nervous about trusting someone they’d just met with their pups. First time using Rover and Owen made us very happy we did.
Ashleigh was great, so kind and responsive with our last minute walks! Its so appreciated and will use again :)
Anna was a great walker for my dog! Very trustworthy and took excellent care of him. Would highly recommend.
Amina was so professional and communicative! I loved the sweet photos and check-ins while I was at work. Kiwi loves her!
Victoria was very responsive and super helpful with Harley on short notice. She seemed to do great with Harley 🐺 who says he’d recommend her to anyone - woof! 🐶
Brenda filled in on a weekend with barely any notice. She then started walking Charlotte several times a week. She is very friendly and very kind to Charlotte. She’s also reliable and professional. I would recommend her as a walker.
Julio is great with my dogs! My border Collie puppy is nervous around new people. Julio was very gentle and patient with him. I appreciate Julio's calm demeanor and his commitment to learn about the dogs he walks, especially their behaviors and routines. He has good communication and feedback. Overall will definitely be booking again with Julio for dog walks!
Jessica was very quick to respond and took great care of our pup on her walk visits. Followed our directions perfectly and our pup seemed happy, she also went out of her way to feed him his dinner even though it wasn’t a part of our request for her.
Darya was awesome! Took our dog on a great walk and sent us some adorable pics of him. We greatly appreciate her accepting our last minute walking requests. Will definitely be a repeat client!
Above and beyond!! She truly cares that your pet is well taken care of. Gives detailed reports, takes great photos, responds quickly and thoroughly.
David is very kind, and helpful. He made sure my dog was walked on time, and was thoughtful about the route and making sure my dog’s needs were met. I would definitely recommend him for your pet care needs!
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Dog Walking FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple dog walkers about your booking. Typically, dog walkers on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from dog walker to dog walker, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing dog walkers available in Balboa Park.
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
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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