Dog Walking in Brightwood, Springfield, MA
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“Thanks for the help. Vassu was very prompt in messaging about Yoshi's walks and how he was doing. Was very good with the Yoshi. Always on time and if there was any delay she texted me immediately. Thanks for taking such good care of Yoshi.”


About: My very first job was working with dogs. I’ve always had a passion for the fur babies! I have a 4 year old pit bull who absolutely loves making new pup friends and a 11 year old daughter who adores all animals! I work Monday-Friday between 9am-5pm but make sure your fur baby is tended to before and after work just as I do my own :) I have a fenced in yard which helps make sure they have lots of space for running around. During the daytime hours while I’m away, the dogs are kept safe in separated areas of the house but are always left with a comfy bed, food and toys. The dogs have free roam of the house during the day and are either kenneled (if crate trained) or separated when not being watched directly. Dogs are let out in the fenced in yard multiple times a day and are given tons of attention :)

About: What sets me apart as a pet sitter is my deep dedication to providing personalized care tailored to each pet's needs. I have hands-on experience caring for a variety of pets, from energetic puppies to senior dogs needing extra attention and patience. I excel at establishing a safe, nurturing environment that helps pets feel comfortable and loved in their owners' absence. Beyond standard pet care, I bring exceptional attention to detail, ensuring pets maintain their routines, whether it's administering medication, feeding on a precise schedule, or providing stimulating activities to keep them happy and healthy. What truly makes my services unique is that I view pet care as not just a job but an opportunity to serve the community. As a mother of two teenagers, I involve my children in learning how to responsibly care for animals under my guidance. This helps them understand the value of compassion, empathy, and giving back to others by treating pets with the same love and respect we would our own family members. Together, we aim to provide peace of mind to pet owners by treating their furry family members as our own. Pet care is a natural and fulfilling part of my daily and weekly routine. As someone who juggles multiple responsibilities, I prioritize creating a structured schedule that allows me to provide attentive, consistent care to the pets I look after. Each day, I plan my tasks around the specific needs of the pets in my care, ensuring their feeding, walks, playtime, and any special requirements—like medication or grooming—are handled on time. My flexibility and time-management skills allow me to accommodate even last-minute requests, providing peace of mind to pet owners with busy lives. Incorporating pet care into my routine has also been an invaluable way to teach my children about responsibility and compassion. They often assist me with simple tasks under my supervision, giving them a sense of community involvement while allowing me to maintain a high standard of care for each pet. This integration of pet care into my daily life isn’t just a responsibility—it’s a passion that aligns perfectly with my desire to make a positive impact on both pets and their owners. Caring for pets in their own homes is a responsibility I take very seriously. I strive to provide a seamless experience that maintains the pet’s usual routine and ensures their comfort and safety in a familiar environment. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I begin by thoroughly understanding their specific needs, including feeding schedules, exercise preferences, playtime activities, and any medical or behavioral requirements. I ensure that every detail is followed precisely to keep pets happy and stress-free. During each visit, I prioritize interactive care, whether that’s engaging in their favorite games, taking them for walks, or simply providing companionship. For pets requiring additional attention, such as seniors or those with special needs, I bring patience and care to ensure they remain calm and comfortable. I also treat my clients’ homes with the utmost respect. I maintain a clean and organized space, follow any provided instructions, and ensure the home is secure when I leave. My goal is to not only care for the pets but also provide peace of mind to their owners, knowing their furry family members and home are in trusted hands.

About: Pet Care Experience I grew up in a village surrounded by dogs and cats, which gave me a deep love and understanding of animals. I had my own Shar Pei, who lived to 14 years old, and I personally trained and cared for her throughout her life. I also had a Siamese cat who passed away at 15 years old. In addition, I helped my parents with caring for other pets, including walking, feeding, bathing, and administering medicine and vitamins when needed. My experience with pets of all ages, including senior care and basic training, makes me well-equipped to offer personalized, loving care for your furry friends. I’m flexible and can easily adjust to early mornings, late evenings, or weekends to accommodate the schedules of pet owners. My commitment is to provide consistent, reliable care, making sure pets feel comfortable and well-looked-after at all times. When caring for pets, safety and trust are always my top priorities. I have personal experience with my own dog, a Shar-Pei, who lived to the age of 14. This has given me a deep understanding of how to care for pets at all stages of life, especially senior dogs. In my home, I create a pet-friendly, secure environment where pets can comfortably relax and play. For clients’ homes, I strictly follow their routines and any specific instructions to ensure pets feel safe in their familiar surroundings. I maintain open communication with pet owners, providing regular updates to build trust and ensure their peace of mind while their pets are in my care.

About: I have owned one cat for 15 years until her recent passing. I own 3 big breed dogs currently, wether you need drop in visits, walks, play time or overnight care I'd love to help you! Experience with small and big breed dogs. Currently I am in school so I am available most of the day, I am also available at night or weekends. Please feel free to reach out to me. I'd love to care for your pets in your home or give them a walks throughout the day. Play time, love and care for your animals is a definite.

About: I have an indoor orange cat which I adore. I have had several large dogs-german shepherds are my favorite! I can house sit and take care of your cats and dogs when you're away. I have volunteered at animal shelters. One was a cat shelter where I fed and cleaned cages and gave the kitties some play time, the other was walking pitbull dogs at the shelter. If you need someone to take care of your best friend , call me! Thanks! I am available now anytime to house sit or drop in for 30 minute visits or 60 minute visits before work, lunchtime or evenings. Whatever you need. Thank you. I will treat your pets like my own-they're family. I will treat them with respect and care. I'll give them lots of attention. Thank you

About: I have experience taking care of big and small dogs, shy and friendly cats, as well as aquatic life like salt water fish and turtles. I work from home full time so I am more than available to bring my work with me to house sit on occasion as well as use my lunch breaks to take your dog on a walk. I am good at following directions no matter how bizarre it may be. The safety of your pet especially in their own home is my top priority.

“What a sweetheart. She was early, really friendly & you could tell she love dogs! My Beagles loved her! She accommodated a short notice request ( not saying that she’ll do that all the time), but she did for me, and I was super grateful. I would absolutely use her again!”


About: I currently only do Day Care because I have a Full-Time job. I am availaible for doggy daycare 7 days a week. (All day Mondays & Tuesdays) (10am-7pm, Wednesday-Sundays) as I work overnights those days. I apologize in advance if you come across my profile looking for boarding, or any other service I usually do. I can always work around my FT job schedule if needed. Your pet(s) will always have 100% of my attention, we will go for 30 minute to an hour walk as often as possible. I always let them on my bed and furniture if you allow them to. I can easily crate your pets if needed. I do not drive so I unfortunately cannot pick-up/drop-off your pets. I always walk them on a leash. All pets are allowed on furniture.

About: What sets me apart from other sitters is my strong background in animal care and hands-on experience with a variety of animals. As a junior at UMass Amherst studying Biology Pre-Med and Animal Science Pre-Vet, I’ve worked with both household pets and larger farm animals, giving me a well-rounded understanding of their needs. I have experience administering medications, monitoring for signs of illness, and caring for both young and senior pets who require extra attention. I’ve worked at PetSmart as a Pets Hotel Associate, where I have cared for over one thousand different dogs, and sixty cats. My academic knowledge and real-world experience allow me to provide reliable, attentive, and compassionate care for every pet I watch. I am currently working part-time at a vaccination/neutering clinic, so I have a lot of time to take care of your pets! I would love to work any day except Tuesday and Wednesday at any time! I care for your pets in your home by carefully following your instructions and paying close attention to their body language. Since animals can’t communicate with words, their movements and behavior are key to understanding their needs and comfort levels. I make sure to respect their boundaries and respond appropriately, ensuring they feel safe, comfortable, and well cared for.

About: Dogs have and will always be a huge part of my life. We got our first family dog when I was just 3 years old and the rest is history. My husband Jack is extremely passionate about animals as well and is my partner in all of this so you get two dog sitters for the price of one! Between the two of us your pet will get so much love, cuddles & exercise! I also just want to add that our love for dogs extends to all animals so cats etc are all welcome to come hang with us :) Important Note: if you are reaching out for house sitting my husband and I only take those if we both are allowed to stay the night. We prefer to do this for safety as well as enabling the best care possible for your pet. Your pets will be my top priority & my main focus when they stay with us! I feel pretty confident that they will get more quality time, attention & lovin with me then any other pet sitter! I have a smoke free home and do not have any dogs currently living at my house so your pets will be my only focus! Also a child free home!

About: Taught dogs tricks, cared for dogs, learned specified dog allergies, and personalities of dogs. Love spending time with all animals in general thank you ! Currently have a Part Time job for 3 days of the week besides that my schedule is 100% cleared. If any events pop up i will notify my clients immediately. I have a fenced yard, a frenchie, tons of toys and snacks for any dog to have fun with along with hygiene tools for dogs.

About: I grew up around dogs and feel comfortable around most breeds and ages! I currently have a 9.5 year old English Bull Dog named Maggie! My availability varies from week to week. I can provide my schedule in advance or work on a flexible, week-to-week basis to accommodate you and your dogs needs! My services include caring for dogs at clients homes: dog walking, feeding, cuddles, and play time! My safety along with my client's dogs is top priority!

About: I personally own 2 cats, 1 puppy, an 2 guinea pigs it’s a lot but I love them. They are my family an if you were to give me the opportunity to take care of your pet I would treat it like family as well. I would do anything for my fur babies they are my children.¨̮ I would do anything for your fur babies too if they are in my care! ♡ I work a full time job 3 night shifts a week so I am available really anytime to care for your fur babies. I also have clients off of rover so if you’d like to become a regular client of mine an get of this app that’s be awesome ¨̮ I have my own four legged furry friends that could keep yours company he is very well trained and loves to play with other animals! An I love to take them on walks ¨̮

About: I have been surrounded by animals my whole life. I have currently at my house 2 dogs, 4 cats, 3 guinea pigs, a hermit crab, and a bearded dragon. I have the most experience with dogs, cats and guinea pigs however i have some knowledge of other animals as well! I have been taking care of animals sense i was 7yrs old and personally love them! I am a college student right now and currently have a job part time that i work every other week. I have plenty of time in between my classes to check up on your animals and make them feel better when your away. I take time out of my day to play with them, groom them and make sure their eating and drinking :) For my animals personally i have them all on a schedule, I feed my dogs their food twice a day or when its empty, and monitor whose eating what. I have my cats food upstairs where only my cats can get to it, so they can eat whenever they are hungry. For my older cat we feed her wet food because she is having a hard time with the dry food. Guinea pigs get their water switched out every other day, and they get fed 1/2 a cup each of food. Hay is given to them on a regular! They all get lots of attention! (the hermit crab and bearded dragon are not mine, I do not take care of them however i do have a general idea of how they are supposed to be taken care of!) I would also like to point out that I do think meet and greets are very important not just for me but also for your dog. I feel it is good to have a connection to the dog to make sure he or she is comfortable with me! that is why my bookings are two days in advance for dog walks and walk in visits and three days in advance for house sitting. I do feel that this is very important, because at the end of the day, I do not personally know you dog and your dog does not personally know me. (sorry for the little rant about meet and greets lol) So I have picked up watching animals full time for the summer, i love every one of the dogs i have met so far and hope to continue to meet new animals! I am very flexible throughout the day and i always keep my calendar updated! I always make sure your pets are doing okay, comforting them when they are feeling sad, playing with them when they are feeling energized, and making sure they stay on their schedule. I make sure i know exactly when they need to be let out, or go on a walk. When they need to eat, and what time to start settling them down for bed. Along when to get up.

About: What sets me apart as a sitter is my genuine love and dedication to each pet’s well-being. I bring a deep understanding of obedience training, careful medication and feeding administration, socialization awareness, and expert dog handling and leash skills to make sure every furry friend feels safe, happy, and truly loved in my care. Pet care fits naturally into my daily and weekly routine because, as a college student, I have the flexibility and heart to dedicate real time to fur babies. Their happiness, comfort, and well-being are a true priority for me, and caring for them brings so much joy to my everyday life. I care for pets in their own home by building a foundation of safety and trust. I deeply respect the boundaries you set for your fur baby and ensure I know exactly where everything is, and where I should and shouldn’t go. This creates a warm, secure environment where your pet feels comfortable and loved.
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vassu k.


“Thanks for the help. Vassu was very prompt in messaging about Yoshi's walks and how he was doing. Was very good with the Yoshi. Always on time and if there was any delay she texted me immediately. Thanks for taking such good care of Yoshi.”


Kassandra P.

“Awesome walker!”


Heather & Norman R.Star Sitter
About: My very first job was working with dogs. I’ve always had a passion for the fur babies! I have a 4 year old pit bull who absolutely loves making new pup friends and a 11 year old daughter who adores all animals! I work Monday-Friday between 9am-5pm but make sure your fur baby is tended to before and after work just as I do my own :) I have a fenced in yard which helps make sure they have lots of space for running around. During the daytime hours while I’m away, the dogs are kept safe in separated areas of the house but are always left with a comfy bed, food and toys. The dogs have free roam of the house during the day and are either kenneled (if crate trained) or separated when not being watched directly. Dogs are let out in the fenced in yard multiple times a day and are given tons of attention :)


Myomi & Joel V.

“Myomi, who has been an exceptional caregiver for my dog, Drakar. Myomi has consistently demonstrated a deep passion and commitment to the well-being of animals, particularly in their care for my furry. Myomi exhibits a natural affinity for dogs, showing kindness, patience, and a genuine love for animals. In my absence, has been under Myomi's care multiple times, and each time I return, I find my dog not only well-taken care of but also genuinely happy and content.”


Iryna I.
About: Pet Care Experience I grew up in a village surrounded by dogs and cats, which gave me a deep love and understanding of animals. I had my own Shar Pei, who lived to 14 years old, and I personally trained and cared for her throughout her life. I also had a Siamese cat who passed away at 15 years old. In addition, I helped my parents with caring for other pets, including walking, feeding, bathing, and administering medicine and vitamins when needed. My experience with pets of all ages, including senior care and basic training, makes me well-equipped to offer personalized, loving care for your furry friends. I’m flexible and can easily adjust to early mornings, late evenings, or weekends to accommodate the schedules of pet owners. My commitment is to provide consistent, reliable care, making sure pets feel comfortable and well-looked-after at all times. When caring for pets, safety and trust are always my top priorities. I have personal experience with my own dog, a Shar-Pei, who lived to the age of 14. This has given me a deep understanding of how to care for pets at all stages of life, especially senior dogs. In my home, I create a pet-friendly, secure environment where pets can comfortably relax and play. For clients’ homes, I strictly follow their routines and any specific instructions to ensure pets feel safe in their familiar surroundings. I maintain open communication with pet owners, providing regular updates to build trust and ensure their peace of mind while their pets are in my care.


Melissa A.
“If you are looking for a dedicated person who will honor all commitments then look bo further than Melissa. She is amazing super friendly and most caring.”


Deborah H.
“Deborah is a big animal lover and loves to help and take care of animals of all types...I would feel so relaxed to know my pet is in her care while I was not available to be around due to any circumstance.”


Eryn P.
“Eryn is basically my cats’ favorite human — and I’m just the lady who pays the rent. Every time I go on vacation, she steps in like the cat whisperer she is. Not only does she feed my two little maniacs, but she actually hangs out with them, plays with them, and showers them with love. They’re obsessed with her… and honestly, same.”


Jayda "Adara" W.Star Sitter

“What a sweetheart. She was early, really friendly & you could tell she love dogs! My Beagles loved her! She accommodated a short notice request ( not saying that she’ll do that all the time), but she did for me, and I was super grateful. I would absolutely use her again!”


Daniel C.
“Daniel loves dogs, his father used to bring him alongside to work where he would let his friend watch him while he plays with the dogs, Daniel’s fathers friend showed Daniel how to feed, bathe, and walk dogs. He’s very careful and loves petting dogs , Daniel once told me “if I can pet a dog for the rest of my life without stopping I would”, he’s also told me that he hopes to have a dog sitting business, which I told him I’ll be right by his side helping him in any way I can.”


Anna D.
“Anna is an exceptional pet caregiver who is both responsible and deeply compassionate. She worked tirelessly at an overnight kennel, ensuring every pet received the attention, care, and comfort they needed. Her dedication, patience, and genuine love for animals make her stand out. Whether it's feeding, walking, or simply providing companionship, Anna goes above and beyond to ensure pets feel safe and loved. Her reliability and keen attention to detail make her a trusted choice for any pet owner. If you're looking for someone who will treat your pets like family, I highly recommend Anna without hesitation!”


Kendra O.

“Kendra was great with Ruby! She took a lot of pictures and provided a great summary of every walk.”


Anna C.
“Anna has been an animal lover and has always owned a dog since she was a toddler.She treats them with patience and kindness but knows how to help discipline and train them as well. You will not find a better caretaker and walker for your dog than Anna!”


Aidan O.
About: Taught dogs tricks, cared for dogs, learned specified dog allergies, and personalities of dogs. Love spending time with all animals in general thank you ! Currently have a Part Time job for 3 days of the week besides that my schedule is 100% cleared. If any events pop up i will notify my clients immediately. I have a fenced yard, a frenchie, tons of toys and snacks for any dog to have fun with along with hygiene tools for dogs.


Mayreny P.

“Mayreny was great with Louie! He doesn’t love long walks and she made sure to take him in when he was done and gave him some pets and loving while I was at work. Will be rebooking!”


Jeovanni Q.

“Great work!”


Taylor A.
“Taylor is a reliable, loving and caring individual. Owning her own animals growing up and at present she enjoys their company and has a big heart showing them lots of love and attention. She enjoys the love and attention of dogs and I would recommend her highly to take care of any animal. Any dog would be happy to have Taylor by his/her side.”


Kayla R.
“Kayla is very good with animals she’s got experience working with dogs has 3 of her own and she loves animals so much every animal she sees she treats as her own. Who ever chooses Kayla to dog sit for them will not be disappointed.”


Hannah B.

“My family took a week vacation. Hanna watched two dogs and two cats. She did a fantastic job. My dogs really get excited when you say her name and they can wait to see her. I would recommend her 100%.”


Hallie G.
“Hallie, is a great person a little shy with humans. But loves dogs. Was raised with them, and is very tentative to them and their needs. She has been pet sitting for a few friends for years.”
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Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Brightwood on Rover as of Aug 2025 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.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple dog walkers about your booking. Typically, 79% of Brightwood dog walkers respond in under an hour.
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 Brightwood.
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:
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