Dog Walking in Burke Heights, Madison, WI
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“Laura has been absolutely phenomenal with the weekly recurring dog walks. She gained the trust of our skeptical Bernese mountain dog immediately, and of course our golden loves her. Highly recommend!”
About: I have been helping care for dogs both personally and as a friend since middle school. I began walking my own dog for an allowance in elementary school and loved it so I began to walk dogs for neighbors and family friends in middle school. Since then I have continued to work with dogs helping friends and family complete basic training (Sit, Stay, Lay, Leave it) and continued to learn more about dog behavior, activity needs by breed and body language. When walking your dog you can expect a minimum of a 1 mile walk/at least 20 minutes of actual walking time (or less if requested due to animal's health and abilities). I will ensure your dog is able to take in the sights and smells along the way and is engaged mentally to get some energy out. I work from home and am pretty flexible around my workday meetings. I have regularly scheduled reoccurring meetings from 9-930 on Mondays and Wednesdays but am flexible otherwise. When caring for your pet in your home you are the boss. I will follow any rules, routines or boundaries expressed by you and agreed to by me. Additionally, I will be respectful of your pet and your space. This means monitoring and respecting their behaviors and body language, keeping a clean space in your home, cleaning any mess made by feeding your animal, and cleaning accidents they may have had if provided the needed tools and supplies. When walking your dog you can expect a minimum of a 1 mile walk/at least 20 minutes of actual walking time (or less if requested due to animal's health and abilities). I will ensure your dog is able to take in the sights and smells along the way and is engaged mentally to get some energy out.
“Natalee is very kind and conscientious, both to us and our pets. She takes great care of them, and they are always excited to see her!”
“Abby and Ian are great as always! I have trouble with buzzing them in sometimes, but they’re always willing to wait. I feel great knowing my pup Kit is getting the attention he deserves while I’m away, and I think he loves seeing them as much as me!”
“Ernst is super friendly, responsive and knowledgeable. We have 70 lbs adolescent pup who has a lot of energy to give. Ernst is great at keeping our pup in line. I already notice an improvement in our pet’s loose leash walking!”
“Morgan helped us out on very short notice. Thanks so much!”
“Lynelle was very patient, responsive, and caring towards our puppy. She was also quick to respond to our messages. Highly recommend! Thank you! 😊”
“Kate was so patient and friendly! She has experience with reactive dogs and my Aussie warmed up to her extremely fast! After their walk he was happy and tired ?”
“Logan is dependable, trustworthy, and knowledgeable about dogs! My dogs are pretty crazy and Logan handles both of them wonderfully…I can notice they listen to me better since Logan has been caring for them. His wife is just as awesome and sometimes covers or comes with.”
“Stacy was great! She was communicative and she listened to all the details about my dog. She is timely and trustworthy, and my dog loves her too!”
About: I’ve grown up surrounded by animals. I’ve dog sat several times over the span of a decade. I’ve cared for dog breeds of all ages, sizes and personalities. Whether it was daily walks, overnight stays, and followed detailed care routines. I also love to stay active and will provide long walks in the neighborhood or local parks! As a college student, I have a flexible schedule that allows me to plan my classes and study time around pet care. Whether it’s starting with a morning walk or stopping by in the afternoon. Typically I am available Monday-Friday. In clients houses, I make it my top priority to care for your space, respect your pets as I would my own home. I stick closely to your pets usual routine for feeding, walks and playtime. And I’ll always keep you updated with photos or messages to see how they’re doing.
About: I’ve dog-sat for aunts and uncles since I was 16! I love dogs of all sizes and breeds :) big dogs have a special place in my heart because I used to show bullmastiffs when I was a kid! I work 3-4 days a week depending on my schedule. And I’m going back to school this fall. I am trying to save some money for a very expensive treatment that I’ve been trying to avoid so I’m doing what I can to make a little extra! I love our neighborhood and love being outside so I figured this is the perfect way to do that! My husband and I bought our house last November. We have a fenced in yard and an 8 month old chocolate lab puppy who LOVES other dogs and any opportunity to play with them! She will bark on occasion and when that happens, we just bring her inside because we don’t like to disturb our neighbors. She is allowed on the furniture when we invite her up so we don’t mind if you dog likes the couch! I would have the same respect for your house as I do my own!
“Brittany has been walking our puppy twice a week for several weeks now and it’s been going swimmingly. Communication has been really good and it’s been such a weight off our shoulders to know that Brittany will be giving our dog a fun break in the middle of the day when we can’t be home. She sends photos and little updates to let us know how their walks went and those are really fun to see. Highly recommend Brittany!”
“Anna was on time, very friendly and patient with our pups. She’s kind and positive and they’ll be her friends in no time.”
About: I grew up with multiple dogs in my home. Friends and family have relied on me to take care of their pets when they’ve needed help. I have also worked at a dog kennel where I walked and bathed dogs of all sizes and breeds. I also currently volunteer for the Humane Society where I interact with animals regularly. 😌 I work a 9 to 5 schedule Monday through Friday and I’m fully remote so I have plenty of time to regularly let dogs outside, into my fenced in yard or to take them for both short and longer walks. I can board almost any evening though I do volunteer for the Humane Society on Friday evenings. I have a fenced in yard and can easily crate your dog if desired. I currently have one cat who has lived with a dog in the past, though I typically separate her in her upstairs kitty apartment anyway. 😌
“I highly recommend Dustin! He took great care of my Rescue pup, and spend some time with her giving her the attention she needed. We will definitely re-book with him again!”
About: Hi, I'm Adeline! I have been taking care of cats and dogs my whole life. Growing up, I would pet and house sit for close neighbors and family, and still do today for friends. As an active person, I love taking energetic pups on log walks or even runs, playing indoors and out, and even just relaxing outside in the sunshine. I have experience with pets large and small, as well as dogs who may not be the most dog friendly. I am not afraid to give pills (cats and dogs) and will do my best to support your pet's training and expectations. Our pets are here with us for their entire lifetime - I strive to make it worth it and make sure they feel loved. <3 My job allows me quite a bit of flexible time in the summer. As long as I am not out of town camping or visiting family, I have all the time in the world to devote to taking care of your fur friends! Please check with me for availability! - Given reasonable instructions, I will strongly support and continue whatever training and expectations you have for your pets. If you're working on training, we know consistency is key - even if you have to be away for a time. - I treat every home with the upmost care and consideration. I don't judge - so you don't have to make your place spotless! A happy home is a lived in home! Your pet is my number one priority. - Just with people, pets need stimulation! I believe in being active and plenty of playtime if I have the opportunity to provide it! Walks, runs, and toy time bring so much joy. Is your pet more of a couch potato? That's fine too! Cuddles and plenty of pets to make them feel just as loved and cared for. - Sometimes our fur friends need medication to stay healthy. I have experience administering pills to both cats and dogs. Ones who will eat it easily, and others who may need a bit of coaxing/treats. I have some experience with needle given medication, but would ask for time to work with you for your pets most comfortable care.
About: I am very active with my dog and we often go hiking, visit dog parks, or just take sniffy walks around the neighborhood. We have taken a lot of positive reinforcement training classes together which range from manners, canifitness challenges, canicross, cooperative care (husbandry), to simply learning how to play with each other. I am currently enrolled in the Karen Pryor Academy dog trainer comprehensive class. I have experience with reactive dogs. I help my dog with big feelings everyday and use multiple positive reinforcement tools and pattern games so we can still enjoy our walks. I have experience administering many different types of medication and taking care of animals with chronic health conditions. I also have experience with special/limited diets. I have experience caring for multiple special needs animals at the same time, although currently I only have one dog. I have had dogs my entire life and other types of animals for most of that time as well. As a kid I helped my parents take care of our family dog Denny and then got my first dog at 12. I also had hamsters, a gerbil, and rabbits. As an adult I have kept cats as well as dogs. I work part time and mostly from home. My days tend to be very flexible so please check the calendar for availability or simply reach out! I will listen to your care instructions and ask any questions that may come up, both while we are setting up a job and throughout the time that I am with your animals. I will try and keep to your dog or cats routine as much as possible. I also always send pictures and updates so you will know how your pet is doing.
About: My name is Raven, and I am an energetic and passionate lover of animals of all kinds. I grew up in a household wherein my mom saved any animal she could get her hands on, therefore I learned how to care for cats, dogs & even snakes very early in life. Ive worked for shelters since I was a pre-teen, both in volunteer and employment capacity, as well as being on Rover for almost 5 years now, and have fallen in love with every pet i've been able to care for. I'm respectful of your home, time and routine. I'm able to meld to any feeding, walking, cuddling time your animal is used to, as to not change their routine while you're away. I hope to meet you and your furry friend! I am a student at MATC, as well as working part time for Fedex. My schedule is very flexible, and I prioritize your pets before anything else. Rover is something i've cherished for many years, allowing me an opportunity to connect with families who need help, and spend therapeutic time with the animals who make them whole! I can give myself an immense amount of credit for being a very trustworthy person. I was taught by my father to leave things better than I found them, and enjoy cleaning and maintaining my own environment as well as yours. I've never had a complaint about my respect for my clients space. You may occasionally check your home cameras and find me having a conversation with your pets, but other than that, I am fully sane! As for boarding in my home, I am unable to care for dogs in my home as I have 2 cats without experience with dogs, and the number one priority in my care is safety. However, I can board cats as my cats are very comfortable and used to living in a multi-cat home.
About: I have done petsitting (cats and dogs) for over 15 years. Usually for animals where I personally know the owners and have spent time with the animal to create a bond/relationship. If I had a pet of my own, I would ensure all their needs are met. As a petsitter, I would to ensure their animal's life doesn't change or I could make it better in some small way especially since their parent(s) is gone I stay at the animal's home to care for them so their life isn't different than what it usually is for them. Changing their environment can quite shocking and stressful to them. I try not change their lifestyle too much while the parent is gone
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Laura S.Star Sitter
“Laura has been absolutely phenomenal with the weekly recurring dog walks. She gained the trust of our skeptical Bernese mountain dog immediately, and of course our golden loves her. Highly recommend!”
TAYLOR P.
“Taylor is amazing with our dog. Our dog is so excited to see and be walked by taylor. Taylor communicates well when it comes to checking in on our dog. She is our number one choice for dog walking and sitting.”
Natalee Y.
“Natalee is very kind and conscientious, both to us and our pets. She takes great care of them, and they are always excited to see her!”
Abigail & Ian R.Star Sitter
“Abby and Ian are great as always! I have trouble with buzzing them in sometimes, but they’re always willing to wait. I feel great knowing my pup Kit is getting the attention he deserves while I’m away, and I think he loves seeing them as much as me!”
Ernst G.
“Ernst is super friendly, responsive and knowledgeable. We have 70 lbs adolescent pup who has a lot of energy to give. Ernst is great at keeping our pup in line. I already notice an improvement in our pet’s loose leash walking!”
Morgan W.Star Sitter
“Morgan helped us out on very short notice. Thanks so much!”
Kathryn N.Star Sitter
“Lynelle was very patient, responsive, and caring towards our puppy. She was also quick to respond to our messages. Highly recommend! Thank you! 😊”
Kate C.
“Kate was so patient and friendly! She has experience with reactive dogs and my Aussie warmed up to her extremely fast! After their walk he was happy and tired ?”
Logan M.
“Logan is dependable, trustworthy, and knowledgeable about dogs! My dogs are pretty crazy and Logan handles both of them wonderfully…I can notice they listen to me better since Logan has been caring for them. His wife is just as awesome and sometimes covers or comes with.”
Stacy S.
“Stacy was great! She was communicative and she listened to all the details about my dog. She is timely and trustworthy, and my dog loves her too!”
Samantha M.
“Samantha has watched my 2 dogs several times, and I couldn’t be happier with the care she provided. She’s responsible, attentive, and truly loves animals. I get lots of photo updates. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy sitter”
Lindsay B.
“Lindsay kept our 7 month old golden retriever for a week. We loved that she had a fenced in back yard. She took our dog on a walk every day. Gave him all the attention and love he needed! Highly recommend!”
Brittany S.Star Sitter
“Brittany has been walking our puppy twice a week for several weeks now and it’s been going swimmingly. Communication has been really good and it’s been such a weight off our shoulders to know that Brittany will be giving our dog a fun break in the middle of the day when we can’t be home. She sends photos and little updates to let us know how their walks went and those are really fun to see. Highly recommend Brittany!”
Anna S.
“Anna was on time, very friendly and patient with our pups. She’s kind and positive and they’ll be her friends in no time.”
Emily K.
“Emily has had her own pets as long as I have known her which is 25 years. She has provided them above average loving home. If you could see all the toys, treats, hiding places and climbing trees she has for her cat Lucy, you'd know exactly how loving she is. Emily is energetic and loves to come with me and my dogs to dog parks. She would be a great person to care for your dog or cat when you need it :)”
Dustin G.
“I highly recommend Dustin! He took great care of my Rescue pup, and spend some time with her giving her the attention she needed. We will definitely re-book with him again!”
Adeline A.
“Adeline has been an absolute blessing when it comes to caring for my black lab, Athena. She’s consistently dependable, kind, and attentive with the daily tasks—feeding, walking, playing, medication, and making sure Athena feels loved and safe. But what truly sets Adeline apart is how she handled an unexpected medical crisis. When Athena suddenly needed urgent veterinary care, Adeline stayed calm, levelheaded, and immediately got her the help she needed. Her quick thinking and steady presence made all the difference in a scary moment. Knowing that someone as responsible, compassionate, and capable as Adeline is looking after my dog gives me incredible peace of mind. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and loving pet caregiver.”
Tina K.Star Sitter
“I Trust Tina completely with my dogs. She truly loves animals and has extensive knowledge about dogs and their behavior. Both of my dogs adore her and love when she comes to walk them! She does a fantastic job and truly cares about their wellbeing and happiness. I feel so lucky to have found such an amazing person to care for my dogs when I am away.”
Raven H.
About: My name is Raven, and I am an energetic and passionate lover of animals of all kinds. I grew up in a household wherein my mom saved any animal she could get her hands on, therefore I learned how to care for cats, dogs & even snakes very early in life. Ive worked for shelters since I was a pre-teen, both in volunteer and employment capacity, as well as being on Rover for almost 5 years now, and have fallen in love with every pet i've been able to care for. I'm respectful of your home, time and routine. I'm able to meld to any feeding, walking, cuddling time your animal is used to, as to not change their routine while you're away. I hope to meet you and your furry friend! I am a student at MATC, as well as working part time for Fedex. My schedule is very flexible, and I prioritize your pets before anything else. Rover is something i've cherished for many years, allowing me an opportunity to connect with families who need help, and spend therapeutic time with the animals who make them whole! I can give myself an immense amount of credit for being a very trustworthy person. I was taught by my father to leave things better than I found them, and enjoy cleaning and maintaining my own environment as well as yours. I've never had a complaint about my respect for my clients space. You may occasionally check your home cameras and find me having a conversation with your pets, but other than that, I am fully sane! As for boarding in my home, I am unable to care for dogs in my home as I have 2 cats without experience with dogs, and the number one priority in my care is safety. However, I can board cats as my cats are very comfortable and used to living in a multi-cat home.
Cassandra B.Star Sitter
“Cassie is an amazing pet sitter. She has been watch my two kitties for over 6 years now and needless to say they love her. Cassie is reliable and will care for your pets like they are her own. She has administered medication to my cats, stayed multiple nights with them, plays with them, and follows all feeding instructions perfectly! She will give you daily updates and sends pictures too! You couldn’t find a better person to watch your pets.”
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Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Burke Heights on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $15 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, 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 Burke Heights.
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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