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Top rated Waterloo dog walkers

“Finn understands my dog’s quirks and works with him. He is always eager to go for walks. Finn is most accommodating and flexible with appointments and communicates well with photos and reports of the walk. Thank you Finn for the care and exercise you gave to my dog.”


“Rosalie has been walking Omi consistently for the past 4.5 months. Omi is a rescue who is quite reserved with new people, but Rosalie immediately won him over! Omi looks forward to his walks with Rosalie - we are very lucky to have found her! Thank you Rosalie for all of the love and care you give to Omi!”


About: Looking for a reliable, attentive, and experienced dog walker in the KW area? My name is Janaya, and I am passionate about providing top-notch care for dogs through my dog walking services. I am currently a student living away from my fluffy boy Rudy, and looking to get back into the routine of exercise and daily walks. With years 11 of experience as a dog owner, and 1 year as a barn animal assistant, I value the importance of regular enrichment and engagement for animals. From leisurely strolls to brisk walks, I tailor each outing to your dog's individual needs. Please do not hesitate to reach out. I would love to chat with you about how I can meet your dog's needs and provide you with peace of mind. - Janaya Y. I am available daily, for early morning, midday, and afternoon walks. I am currently a student studying from home, and the best way for me to stretch my legs and take breaks between studies is to walk! 💡Please refrain from booking walks with me after 8:00PM💡 Whether it's feeding, walking, playtime, or just keeping your pup company, I’ll ensure they feel safe and comfortable in their own home. I’ll follow any specific routines or instructions you provide and offer updates so you can rest easy knowing your pet is in good hands. Please note that I currently do not offer service within my own home.

“Sara has been a life saver with my dog Eddie! She has been walking Eddie three times a week for months and I have loved having her. She is very flexible, reliable and treats my dog as her own. I would recommend her to anyone! Thanks again Sara!”


“Tyler was great with, went on some nice long walks which Fezzik loved, and excellent communication. Kept us updated with some cute on-the-walk photoshoots too :)”


“Hanee is great. I'll definitely be using her again for walking my boy Timber. I love that she is very responsive and takes pictures of him. Timber has an absolute blast walking with her in the snow.”


“Very punctual and awesome communication, Carolina walks my pups once every week and i am very happy with her services! My pups love her!! Thank you :)”


“Been walking Vi for quite some time now and never had a single issue. And Vi loves her walks! Would highly recommend!”


“He is very nice and fun person. Very gentle and calm person. I think he will be good with the pet for sure. Thank you”

“Erinn did a fantastic job watching my foster cat and her kittens while I was away for the weekend. Other people would have been overwhelmed with the request to take care of five young kittens, but Erinn did a great job making sure that everyone was properly cared for, fed, and got lots of attention. She is very responsible, and clearly loves animals. I wouldn’t hesitate to ask her again the next time I need a cat sitter.”

“Jen is the biggest dog lover I know! I’ve had her care for many of my own pets over the years. She is one of the very few people I trust with my fur babies because I know she loves them just as much as I do.”

“Dee is the absolute best! She is so kind, accommodating and helpful. Our Maple absolutely loves her and has started missing Dee after just a week of walks. + We get some great pics of her while out on walks!”


“We have had 2 walks with Ivy so far and our dog Bailey loves her. Ivy is very sweet, she has arrived on time every day and we have had great communication about scheduling, etc. she is very responsive. We are very excited to continue our weekly walks with Ivy.”


“Thank you for helping us and take such of good care of lily . We are very happy with your help and to see how excited lily during her walks 🐶”


“We have been working with Kaitlin for a few months now and our dog loves her! She has worked so well into our schedule and has been very accommodating when we move things around.”


“Allie has been wonderful when walking our pup at lunch! She is very kind and treats Archie so well! So happy to have found her :)”


“I had a wonderful experience with Adam walking my husky mix while I was away recently. My dog is very large, and can be a bit reactive, but Adam was amazing with him. It is clear that he takes so much joy out of the time he spends with the animals and providing them with the best care. I got a message each day, letting me know how the walk went and how my boy was doing, which I really appreciated. It was my first time hiring a walker and it couldn't have gone better. I will absolutely be using Adam next time I have to be away.”


“Fatemeh once pet-sat my dog, and they became such good friends! She’s so caring, attentive, and truly understands animals. I highly recommend her as a pet caregiver!”

“Safiyah is honestly the best person you could pick to take care of your dog. She is loving and caring towards animals more than anyone one I’ve ever seen. Dogs also lover her back it really is amazing how she can build a connection with dogs. If you want someone who will care for you dog like you do then Safiyah is your person.”

“Meng Chen really loves animals. She always visits farms or animal shelters when she has time. She also helped take care of my dogs when I'm not around. She will be a great care giver to anyone's fluffy friends.”
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1. Finn C.

“Finn understands my dog’s quirks and works with him. He is always eager to go for walks. Finn is most accommodating and flexible with appointments and communicates well with photos and reports of the walk. Thank you Finn for the care and exercise you gave to my dog.”


2. Rosalie C.


“Rosalie has been walking Omi consistently for the past 4.5 months. Omi is a rescue who is quite reserved with new people, but Rosalie immediately won him over! Omi looks forward to his walks with Rosalie - we are very lucky to have found her! Thank you Rosalie for all of the love and care you give to Omi!”


3. Janaya Y.
About: Looking for a reliable, attentive, and experienced dog walker in the KW area? My name is Janaya, and I am passionate about providing top-notch care for dogs through my dog walking services. I am currently a student living away from my fluffy boy Rudy, and looking to get back into the routine of exercise and daily walks. With years 11 of experience as a dog owner, and 1 year as a barn animal assistant, I value the importance of regular enrichment and engagement for animals. From leisurely strolls to brisk walks, I tailor each outing to your dog's individual needs. Please do not hesitate to reach out. I would love to chat with you about how I can meet your dog's needs and provide you with peace of mind. - Janaya Y. I am available daily, for early morning, midday, and afternoon walks. I am currently a student studying from home, and the best way for me to stretch my legs and take breaks between studies is to walk! 💡Please refrain from booking walks with me after 8:00PM💡 Whether it's feeding, walking, playtime, or just keeping your pup company, I’ll ensure they feel safe and comfortable in their own home. I’ll follow any specific routines or instructions you provide and offer updates so you can rest easy knowing your pet is in good hands. Please note that I currently do not offer service within my own home.


4. Sara D.

“Sara has been a life saver with my dog Eddie! She has been walking Eddie three times a week for months and I have loved having her. She is very flexible, reliable and treats my dog as her own. I would recommend her to anyone! Thanks again Sara!”


5. Tyler G.

“Tyler was great with, went on some nice long walks which Fezzik loved, and excellent communication. Kept us updated with some cute on-the-walk photoshoots too :)”


6. Hanee G.

“Hanee is great. I'll definitely be using her again for walking my boy Timber. I love that she is very responsive and takes pictures of him. Timber has an absolute blast walking with her in the snow.”


7. Carolina & Isaac H.

“Very punctual and awesome communication, Carolina walks my pups once every week and i am very happy with her services! My pups love her!! Thank you :)”


8. Kyla Z.

“Been walking Vi for quite some time now and never had a single issue. And Vi loves her walks! Would highly recommend!”


9. buluembele c.
“He is very nice and fun person. Very gentle and calm person. I think he will be good with the pet for sure. Thank you”


10. Erinn L.
“Erinn did a fantastic job watching my foster cat and her kittens while I was away for the weekend. Other people would have been overwhelmed with the request to take care of five young kittens, but Erinn did a great job making sure that everyone was properly cared for, fed, and got lots of attention. She is very responsible, and clearly loves animals. I wouldn’t hesitate to ask her again the next time I need a cat sitter.”


11. Jennifer L.
“Jen is the biggest dog lover I know! I’ve had her care for many of my own pets over the years. She is one of the very few people I trust with my fur babies because I know she loves them just as much as I do.”


12. Darien F.

“Dee is the absolute best! She is so kind, accommodating and helpful. Our Maple absolutely loves her and has started missing Dee after just a week of walks. + We get some great pics of her while out on walks!”


13. Chang "Ivy" K.

“We have had 2 walks with Ivy so far and our dog Bailey loves her. Ivy is very sweet, she has arrived on time every day and we have had great communication about scheduling, etc. she is very responsive. We are very excited to continue our weekly walks with Ivy.”


14. Tuğçe R.

“Thank you for helping us and take such of good care of lily . We are very happy with your help and to see how excited lily during her walks 🐶”


15. Kaitlin F.

“We have been working with Kaitlin for a few months now and our dog loves her! She has worked so well into our schedule and has been very accommodating when we move things around.”


16. Alexandra K.

“Allie has been wonderful when walking our pup at lunch! She is very kind and treats Archie so well! So happy to have found her :)”


17. Adam B.


“I had a wonderful experience with Adam walking my husky mix while I was away recently. My dog is very large, and can be a bit reactive, but Adam was amazing with him. It is clear that he takes so much joy out of the time he spends with the animals and providing them with the best care. I got a message each day, letting me know how the walk went and how my boy was doing, which I really appreciated. It was my first time hiring a walker and it couldn't have gone better. I will absolutely be using Adam next time I have to be away.”


18. Fatemeh S.
“Fatemeh once pet-sat my dog, and they became such good friends! She’s so caring, attentive, and truly understands animals. I highly recommend her as a pet caregiver!”


19. Safiyah M.
“Safiyah is honestly the best person you could pick to take care of your dog. She is loving and caring towards animals more than anyone one I’ve ever seen. Dogs also lover her back it really is amazing how she can build a connection with dogs. If you want someone who will care for you dog like you do then Safiyah is your person.”


20. Meng Chen H.
“Meng Chen really loves animals. She always visits farms or animal shelters when she has time. She also helped take care of my dogs when I'm not around. She will be a great care giver to anyone's fluffy friends.”
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Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Waterloo on Rover as of Mar 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.
As of Mar 2025, there are 859 dog walkers in Waterloo. 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, 86% of Waterloo dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in Waterloo have an average of 14 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 Waterloo.
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 859 dog walkers in Waterloo on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Waterloo, 82% 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.
