Dog Walking in Capitol District, Richmond, VA
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Top rated Capitol District dog walkers
Prices are estimates per walk. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Devinder was great! He was a clear communicator and was comfortable with providing our dog the extra TLC she needs as a senior pup. He was trustworthy and took great care of our girl!”

“Riley was amazing! Helped me out on relatively short notice for a few days while I had to be away at work, she took great care of my two sweet, energetic girls and followed all of my instructions and even came over to meet the dogs and get acquainted beforehand! Would highly recommend!”

“I forgot to book my walks for the week and I work 12 hour shifts, so it is imperative that my tiny guy ( who refuses to go inside on puppy pads) be taken out. Bridgette saved the day, even with such short notice. My dog also loves her. I definitely recommend her to anyone.”

“Katherine has been walking my dog almost every day for the past 2 months now, and I must say she is very professional, reliable, and consistent. She takes great care of my pups and always gives me updates on how he’s doing. 10/10 recommend!”

“Maria and Luis were wonderful with Murphy! They were communicative and easy going. I was nervous, as this was my first time having Murphy walked by a stranger, but feel so comfortable leaving her in their care!!”

“Lila was a joy, and the relief I needed in my busy work week! I have never used Rover before, but booked her for a week of walks when I was in a scheduling pinch. She was very reliable, arriving right on time each day, and provided me a fun summary of my dogs’ demeanors...and was always very pleasant (even though I’m sure my puppy was a handful at times!). Thanks so much Lila, I would highly recommend you.”

“Kate was so great! She really went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable before leaving my baby to her. It shows how much she really cares about your dog. She had no problem handling my huge Great Dane and easing his worries while I was away. I would not hesitate to rebook her again!”

About: I am a musician, property manager, & ex-software dev who enjoys taking care of animals. One of my favorite experiences was caring for a small farm (dogs, cats, horses, and chickens!) in Kentucky. I love taking dogs on walks around town & to explore the river! I am committed to consistent and clear communication; I place a high value on the professional relationship between house-sitter and host. I love sending daily updates as requested. I don't work during the day, so I can accommodate feedings, med delivery, walks, and playtime all day long! I try to structure my day around the client's schedule, so that the animals don't experience a disruption in their normal routine. I love doing overnight sits for pets in the environment they are most comfortable in — their own home. I find it easy to adapt to a pet’s schedule and routine and I love exploring new places around town via walks!
“Sydney has been walking our two dogs for a couple of weeks now. They're big, high energy pups that clearly adore her visits. Her communication and reliability have been excellent.”

“Amanda did an awesome job walking my dog Bosco! She was great at communicating over the app and really managed to win over my nervous dog. I would 100% have her watch my pets again!”

About: I used to live in New York and would constantly be surrounded by many different breeds of dogs, I’ve also have had dogs all my life ranging from puppies to seniors it is always my goal to be gentle and patient when meeting new animals as they all have their own personalities and thoughts! Im a full time college student with two cats in house and pet care is always a priority it is necessary to make sure they are taken care of My pets are always top priority, I want to make sure they are just as happy as I am whether that means treats extra play time or just more attention I care for them as they are basically my children and of course I’d do the same to anyone’s pet they all deserve love
“Mallory has been outstanding! Their calm demeanor has been perfect for my ~slightly~ manic aussie, Bindi. Would recommend to anyone! They have been a great add helping walk her a few times a week!”

“Emily is seriously the best! She comes and walks my dog Kona multiple times a week and he absolutely loves her. He looks forward to her coming and I feel so safe and happy knowing she’s going to visit him while I’m at work. I couldn’t ask for a better human to help take care of my baby bear ♥️.”

“Nina is great with our dog. She always arrives on time and provides amazing feedback on the walks. She’s also very accommodating whenever we need to adjust our schedule.”

“Nevaeh walks my dogs once a day and it is such a retro know that she is there for them while I am at work. She is an absolute sweetheart and even my more stand offish dogs loves her. Could not recommend met more!”

About: I have experience walking both large and small dogs. I particularly have experience with an anxious aggressive larger dog and a deaf, senior dog with knee injuries. I also currently am a cat mom and have experience house sitting with cats. I am flexible on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. I can not do super early in the mornings as I often work, but I am flexible 9-5 on those days. I am very patient with pets and am happy to offer them all the time to sniff on a walk. In my own home, I have taken care of meal times (with dogs who have issues with being possessive with food) and prefer to do this in a calm, solo environment. For walks, I am happy to adapt to whatever your pet needs, whether it is fast, energetic walks or a slow stroll.
“Erian is literally amazing!!! I couldn’t be happier with the exceptional dog-sitting services provided. From the moment I met her, I felt at ease entrusting my beloved fur baby in her care. Erian is incredibly reliable and trustworthy. She consistently arrives on time, follows all instructions, and maintains excellent communication throughout the entire pet-sitting period. I never once have worried about my dog when she’s in Erian’s hands. I can’t recommend Erian enough, she’s an outstanding dog sitter who clearly has a passion for dogs! Thank you Erian for taking such good care of Margarita for me while I’m away!”

Over 6 pet parents in Capitol District have booked dog walking
Capitol District dog parents share their Rover experiences
Super kind, responsive, and consistent! He had such patience with my fearful dog and put me at ease with his communication and great care-taking! I can tell he loves dogs. His walks have also done wonders for my dog’s energy, (which seemed never ending), I can already see a difference! She’s definitely more fulfilled and happy, making it clear he does a great job exercising her. 10/10, definitely would recommend!

Amanda went above and beyond! When I needed to set up a walk for Thanksgiving day on short notice, she arranged a time to come and meet me and my dog ahead of time and asked great questions. She was communicative, showed up on time, and gave my dog extra care, love, and attention after her walk. I wouldn’t hesitate to book with her again. Thank you so much!

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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 Capitol District.
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.
















