Dog Walking in Columbus
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1. Ioana C.
“Ioana was a fantastic dog walker! She took excellent care of my dog while I was away for Christmas. She was very communicative during the whole process which greatly helped to reduce stress on my end. Her kindness and flexibility made my first experience with dog walking services a highly positive one! I cannot recommend her enough :)”
2. Jennifer C.
“Wow! I'm so happy Gunner was in Jennifer's care. I'm very new to Rover and our pup has only ever been in the care of family. We unexpectedly had to be out of town for the day so I scoured the Rover reviews and reached out to Jennifer the day before. She replied right away & accepted the job. She communicated her arrival at our home, how Gunner did on his walks, his eating, drinking, and behavior with a new person. I'm so happy I chose her & she accepted. I will call on her again for sure & highly recommend.”
3. Cass D.
“Cass has been amazing and made me feel super comfortable from the very first meet up to the little summaries of how their time together went. Will be booking again soon!”
4. Ellen F.
“Wonderful experience and sent tons of photos!”
5. Molly M.
“Molly was AMAZING! She stepped right in when I contacted her last minute with short notice for help to have someone walk my pup. Biscuit immediately connected with her because of her gentle and kind spirit. I definitely recommend booking Molly!!”
6. Donald R.
“Donald was incredible!! I’d recommend him to anyone and everyone! He was helpful and accommodating. I appreciated the photos he posted after each walk which helped ease my anxiety of keeping my new dog at home alone while at work.”
7. Mady F.
“Great dog walker. Always on time. Dogs love her. Communicates daily with us and responds quickly if they're any issues.”
8. Laura M.
“Laura is a wonderful sitter! She has taken care of our dog and cat more times than I can count. They're both a little high needs with their meds, but it's no problem for Laura and I know I can trust her to keep them healthy. It's reassuring to know that my pets (and home!) are safe when we're gone because Laura is there. Our dog barely even says goodbye to us because he's so excited to see her!”
9. Edina K.
“We had an agenda challenge in the morning but afternoon walk was great Very dog friendly person Look forward to next walks with Edina”
10. Amanda P.
“Amanda is great, and my little girl Ella loves the time they spend together. She sends lots of pictures and updates of the fun they’re having. Couldn’t recommend Amanda enough!”
11. Jessica J.
“Jess is awesome! My puppy, Rocky, absolutely loves her! I have known Hess for several years and know that she truly is a dog lover. I highly recommend her!”
12. Tam K.
“Tamara has been a great dog-walker. She’s super reliable and friendly. She shows up on time and takes excellent care of my dog.”
13. Joe B.
“Joe is a responsible, attentive, caring, and loving pet caregiver. He’s able to provide custom care to various dog temperaments. He goes above and beyond what is expected and I would highly recommend his services to anyone looking for a trusted caregiver such as Joe.”
14. Dana G.
“I have had the pleasure of working with Dana several times and she is the best! From our first interaction, it was clear that she was responsible and genuinely cares about animals. She provided regular updates and photos, which reassured me while I was away. My dog was always happy and well-cared-for, returning home healthy and content. Dana's reliability is unmatched—she always arrived on time and followed all of my instructions perfectly. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and attentive dog sitter!”
15. Megan G.
“Megan is a loving, compassionate and friendly caregiver to all pets. Highly recommend her as a caregiver to your fury friends - she is a great communicator and will always put your pet first.”
16. Elizabeth O.
About: I have been surrounded by and full of passion for pets and animals since I was a little girl! We always had cats and dogs growing up. I rode horses and worked at the barn I rode at, the barn cats were always the highlight of my day! I also have experience in dog and cat grooming and I am very knowledgeable in animal communication and handling! I have experience with medication and am comfortable with administration of injection or pills if that is care your pet requires! I have dogs, cats and a geckos at home so I love and am comfortable with care of pets of all varieties! I have been in animal caretaking from pet sitting and dog walks for 5 years now but have years of experience from before from grooming salons and doggy daycares! I am an artist so pet sittings are great for me and dog/cat drop ins throughout my day are super easy to involve in my daily routine! I also work for a food truck but our busy times are in the summer festival season so in between events I have lots of spare time! I unfortunately don’t offer boarding services since I have pets of my own in my own home and don’t live alone. But I am very able and comfortable with staying at the pet owners home or providing drop in visits and walking services! I have a very flexible schedule and very rarely have days that are long work hours. I am typically available all day and work from home often on my own schedule! I have experience in medicine administration so if your pet has those needs please discuss that with me! I have worked with puppies to seniors and am comfortable with a variety of different types of care your pet may need!
17. Hannah H.
“Hannah thanks so much for walking the dogs over the pas couple of days.... They can be difficult but you handled hem just fine. We may need you again mid December!!”
18. Patricia M C.
“Patty has watched my dog Wrigley several times. He loves her and sometimes would rather go home with her than stay with me! Lol! She will take really good care of your pet! You won’t have to worry about anything.”
19. Zoe B.
“Zoe is a wonderful pet caregiver who is responsible, respectful, and incredibly professional! Zoe has a long history of caregiving (pets, kids, adults) as knows how to responsibly and warmly read and treat the needs of her pets. She is an impeccable direction follower, following schedules and instructions to the tee, yet still manages to go above and beyond every single time which makes pets (and their owners) love her. She is a very active and upbeat person and her flexibility is amazing. I could not more highly recommend Zoe, she is an A+ choice for your pet!”
20. Lyneshq W.
“As long as I’ve known Lynesha, she’s been the definition of an animal lover. She always goes above and beyond to pet a new animal or help an animal in need. This is her calling”
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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 Columbus on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $18 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 Jul 2024, there are 2,145 dog walkers in Columbus. 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, 84% of Columbus dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in Columbus have an average of 15 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 Columbus.
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 2,145 dog walkers in Columbus on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Columbus, 94% 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.