Dog Walking in Charlottesville
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1. Emil F.

“I'm very thankful to have found Emil. I work in retail and consequently work almost every weekend. Emil walks my little chihuahua for me every Saturday and Sunday. He's very reliable and I never worry that he won't be able to make it. He also responds to any requests or questions very quickly. I wholeheartedly recommend Emil if you need someone to help care for your pups!”


2. Christopher H.

“Christopher has been a very intuitive, caring, and detail oriented addition to our dog Theo's routine. Theo can be wary of men and is dog-reactive. Christopher has paid close attention to all of our instructions and has quickly bonded with Theo. He has a calm presence which is very helpful in diffusing our dog's sense of stranger danger. He is a clear & regular communicator and has been very reliable with regular walks. Will continue to work with him as long as he is available!”


3. Heather S.

“heather is the best! she consistently cares for my dog and is responsible and thoughtful! i highly recommend!”




4. Melissa L.

“Melissa is great. Prompt, responsive with a friendly, can-do attitude.”


5. James B.


“James did a great job! We have an older dog and a puppy, and James walked both of them. He communicated with us throughout the day about their walks, and he was flexible with his scheduling for us. We will definitely use James again, and we would highly recommend him to any other dog owners.”


6. Jessica L.

“Jessica was great!! She was very thorough, communicated well, and was great with my dog, Sulley! Loved the messages and pictures she left!! Would definitely ask her to watch him again :)”


7. Doris S.

“Doris is fabulous—responsive and professional. She’s only walked our beagle twice, but he’s already so excited to see her. And he comes back happily tired.”


8. Kira A.
“Kira has taken care of my dog numerous times. She always showed great care of my dog during their walks, ensuring they got plenty of exercise and attention. Kira is punctual, reliable, and showed genuine affection towards my dog. I felt at ease knowing my pet was in capable hands. Kira is always welcome to watch to my dog anytime!”


9. Brooke L.

“Brooke took great care of my girls. Great communication regarding scheduling and was able to meet all our needs. Thank you Brooke!!”


10. Ginny F.

“We love Ginny! She has been great with our dog in helping us take him out weekly. She is great with communication and truly reliable. She also lets us know her schedule well in advance and responds in a timely manner. Our dog always seems happy to see her and we are grateful for her help with our sweet pup!”


11. Christian A.

“Christian was an amazing caregiver for our pup while we were gone. She's extremely thoughtful and thorough about getting to know each animal before beginning her time with them, and as a rescue owner I really appreciated that! Will definitely be using her again.”


12. Margaret L.

“Margaret was communicative and prompt in responding to my messages. She provided good care for our dog and we will book again in the future.”


13. Jen D.

“Jen has walked my dog Riley twice so far, and she’s been great. We had an initial meeting prior to the first walk which made me feel really comfortable. She’s responsible, shows up on time, and she’s great with communication. I’ve received really cute pics after each walk. Riley seems to really like her, and I plan on booking Jen again for walks.”


14. Alice B.

“Alice was really accommodating by helping me out at the last minute. She was prompt in her responses through the app and send good communications and my dog. Great service! Thank you!”




15. Luke W.


“Luke is the BEST! We were very impressed with him and pleased with him across the board. Most importantly, our dog LOVES Luke! Thank you, Luke!”


16. Amanda W.

“Winnie loves her walks with Amanda! Amanda has been wonderful, great communication and always shares cute pictures. She’s been able to adjust schedule as needed. Highly recommend!”


17. Cleopatra H.

“Cleopatra has been wonderful. She is always on time and has been very reliable when I schedule walks for my dog with her. She sends pictures and does a little report card which is nice. I will continue to book with her whenever I need a walker”


18. Skyla B.

“Skyla is awesome and experienced with high needs dogs. She was able to immediately build rapport with our high energy, reactive Shiba and they had a great first walk! I highly recommend her.”


19. Caroline H.

“My dog Charlie was in great hands with Caroline. She was reliable and great with communication. Charlie was always happy after his walks with her.”


20. Danielle S.

“Danielle was wonderful with my dog, Honey. Honey had great walks with her and was so happy to see her each time she came. I highly recommend Danielle!”
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Read verified reviews and choose a dog walker who’s a great match for you and your dog2. Meet & Greet
Meet either virtually or in-person with a walker to discuss the level of care needed for your dog3. Book & Pay
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Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your dog walker has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new walker.
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Doggy Walking FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Charlottesville on Rover as of Jan 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 Jan 2025, there are 435 dog walkers in Charlottesville. 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, 88% of Charlottesville dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in Charlottesville have an average of 16 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 Charlottesville.
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 435 dog walkers in Charlottesville on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Charlottesville, 95% 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.
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.
