Dog Walkers in Defoe, KY
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About: Have enjoyed the company and joy of cats and dogs for many years. Have taken care of puppies, kittens and elderly pets and realize the care that’s required. They’ll be treated as family. I work Monday through Friday typically with Saturdays and Sundays off. 6am - 2pm I work with DoorDash, shipt and Instacart so my time is flexible. I have 4 parakeets. I can work in four hour increments to allow for a day time bathroom break. Of course a morning and afternoon walk along with daily playtime.
About: I’ve been around pets my whole life and know how to treat them with care and respect. I grew up with multiple animals including dogs, cats, rabbits, and birds. I am currently working part time so I have plenty of time to pet sit as long as it’s outside my work time (usually I work 1 or 2 days a week but other than that I’m free) I will care for your pet according to whatever instructions you give me and I will of course treat your pet with kindness and the love it deserves, just as you would.
About: I am pet boarding certified. Can show proof! I’ve been taking care of dogs and other pets for as long as I can remember! I currently have 4 dogs of my own! Experience with dog training, emergency situations and have vet experience! For boarding I am available every day! Just send me a message and we will work something out!! As other services go, please contact me and I will do my best to satisfy your needs! I have a huge fenced in yard, gazebo out back for easy shade and comfy lounging. I have 6 furbabies to keep your baby company! Can also help crate train!
About: What sets me apart from the other sitters is, my puppy raiser/training skills and groomer skills set. Not only can i care for your dog while your gone. I can also help you with any obedience or maybe you want to teach your dog a new trick well i can help. Walking, grooming, sitting, boarding, obedience work, tricks you name it i can help you achieve a happier healthier Dog!! Also need grooming I gotcha covered. I can help you with your all around dog needs!! My daily routine is all about dogs! I am a part time groomer, that specializes in doodles of all sizes. I also worked as a puppy raiser for protection dogs and service dogs. I also owned a doggy daycare for over a year. All things dogs all day. Every fur baby is different and when it comes to dogs you have to be prepared and ready for anything. There is nothing I can't handle when it comes to your fur babies needs.
About: I have had dogs and cats all my life. All my fur babies have been trained by me. if you have a puppy that is still in training I have no problem with that. we have all been there. I worked for a year at a local animal rescue. Where I was able to strengthen my knowledge on behavioral training and pet health. I am a college student and am free lot of the time but class are during the day. So breaks away from your fur babies might be longer during the semester. My top priority is to make sure your animals are safe and secondly happy. This means checking on not only your fur babies but also your house to make sure there are no new problems arise. Checking off the to-do list is numbee one but giving your pet time to play and enrichment is also an important priority of mine.
About: I've taken care of many animal types throughout my life, growing up on a farm with dogs, cats, horses and cattle. I love a good walk at the park with my dogs! Any animal interaction fills my cup! Animal care will be my part time job for my summer off of college! I will be available weekdays Monday-Thursday from 6am to 8pm. I love getting to know pets personalities and enjoying quality time with them for excercise and care. I have a fenced in back yard with plenty of room for dogs to play, as well as knowledgeable experience of keeping pets safe at home and outdoors.
About: Hi, I’m Alexis! I have worked in the animal field for 7.5 years, along with pet sitting on the side. I finished a certified vet tech degree as well. I’m very flexible and I would love the opportunity to meet your fur babies! My schedule is very flexible. I offer boarding, dog walking, drop in visits, and some times house sitting. All of my rates are posted above. My schedule is very flexible. I offer boarding, dog walking, drop in visits, and some times house sitting. All of my rates are posted above.
About: I'm retired and would love to help care for your pets! Dogs and other animals have always brought me so much joy so I'm looking forward to spending time with your pets! I respond quickly to requests and messages and will keep you updated. I'm a reliable person and am typically available on short notice if needed. The most important thing to me is that you feel comfortable and your pet feels loved and cared for. I'm retired so my schedule is open and flexible! I'm generally available on short notice and can do early morning visits and day/evening visits. I go to bed early so visits late at night probably won't work for me I'm willing to do what is needed to care for your pet. I will follow any instructions your pet needs and will be easily reachable if needed.
About: I'm 33 years old. I grew up on a farm and have been around animals my whole life! I unfortunately lost my fur baby in January of 2022 and due to landlord issues I can’t have another of my own again yet! I work full time as a nanny out of my home during the week, I'm very responsible and caring. I try to have flexible scheduling and would love to be able to care for your fur baby. I've been house sitting for about 8 years now. I'm a hard worker just looking for a chance to make a little extra money on the side doing what I love. Children and animals are my passion. I'm experienced with fish, turtles, dogs, cats, horses, cows and other farm animals. If you take a chance on me I promise you won't be disappointed!! I can do overnights and mid day potty breaks, as I work full time with a 8-5/6 schedule. They would unfortunately have to be on their own for most of the day though. I can’t have the animals in my personal home but I would do whatever you are comfortable with to keep them safe inside your home. I have experience with crating if necessary. Also have experience with cameras inside the home to keep an eye on your animals

About: I am a kind caring and loving person who has a lot of energy absolutely loves all animals but I am definitely a dog person. I currently have two very entergetic Australian Shepherds ages 7 and 4 years old. I have been taking care of dogs since I was a little girl. My parents raised dogs when I was younger so we always had dogs my whole life. All animals love me too. I love to walk and play with animals! I have a very flexible schedule for those of you that need care for your animals. I will make sure to follow there needs and if you have any special instructions. I’m looking forward to work with you and get to know your dogs and cats!
About: I have some experience taking care of dogs , cats and farm animals. I also have a cat, a bunny and a lizard I take care of right now. Although I have more experience with cats then I do dogs, but I love dogs just as much and love playing and interacting with them. I am free before work and after work during the week. Usually I work from 7:30-2 but it depends on the weather since I’m a landscaper. And I’m available all day on the weekends as well. I will respect your home as well as your pets. Whatever task you want me to do to take care of your pet I will try my best to accomplish it and do it to your standards.

About: I have lots of experience working in dog boarding facilities & doggy daycares. I have plenty of experience with medication, special needs dogs, senior dogs. You can rest assured your pup will be treated like the king or queen they are! I can help energetic dogs run out some energy or if you have a snuggler, I can snuggle to their heart's desire. I'm not opposed to doggy kisses either! I love all dogs and I believe it shows! I personally have four dogs that really are my entire world. I will be sure to treat your dog as if they were one of my own. I can be pretty flexible. I do work full time but I can work around that, if need be!
About: i am a reliable and trustworthy individual who will provide exceptional care and attention to your pets when you’re away. i’ve taken care of dogs since i was little and have always loved them. As each year has passed, i’ve taken care of more dogs along with other pets like guinea pigs,birds,fish and cats. i’m capable of taking care of senior dogs and ones with special needs. I know what it’s like to care for an old dog that struggles with certain things. they would still get the exact same amount of attention as any other dog would. i’m very compassionate when it comes to animals. your pets needs are first priority. they’re happiness is what matters most. any pet of yours will be loved on, cuddled and cared for with me looking after them i don’t have a job but i’m still quite busy helping my family out during the week with therapy/doctor appointments. my brother is handicapped and so he has to go to therapy a few days a week all the way up in cincinnati which takes half a day. im also helping homeschool my younger brothers during the week. in my opinion i know the weekends would work the best bc I’m usually not doing anything which means that i could have my full attention on your pet(s). however we could always talk in advance about the schedule and i could make take time during the week work if needed They’ll have my full attention. I will always play with them to get them to exercise and have some fun. I can also take them on walks and runs and take them out for potty breaks. if they need to be fed at a certain time or need any type of medicine then that is very important to know in advance. Also knowing if they get along with other people/pets. we don’t want anything bad happening so knowing anything and everything about your pet(s) in advance is highly recommended.
About: I’ve always had dogs growing up. I have always had a great bond with each one of them. As of right now I have a big golden doodle, and a little Aussie doodle, I love them both so much. My friends make fun of me because I baby them so much, I take them on car rides with me all the time and buy them ice cream cones every now and then. I promise to treat your dogs exactly how I treat mine! I’m currently unemployed, I’m about to go off to college in about a month so I’m just trying to find something to do in the meantime to keep me busy. I do play sports though so that does keep me busy but I can kind of move around when I want to practice or train so I should be pretty available. Well I take both of my dogs for walks often. I have a aussie doodle who is little, and a golden doodle who is huge, so no matter how big or small your dog is I can handle them.
About: Hi everyone. My name is Courtney. I have 2 dogs of my own and have experience with cats, horses, and other farm animals! I have been house sitting for several years for family member and friends. Looking to branch out a bit and pick up my own clientele. I offer in your home animal sitting which also includes getting the mail, watering plants etc. I also offer drop in and dog walking. I have reliable transportation and I am willing to travel to surrounding counties. I currently work as a dental assistant 2 days a week so I have a flexible schedule. I am very dependable. When I say I am going to do something I always follow through. Let me know if you have any more questions and I'd be glad to answer them. (:
About: I have been in the k9 care and training industry for the past 7 years. I have extensive experience with a variety of breeds, ages, and socialization levels. I’ve trained explosives detection dogs, police k9s, service dogs, and more I am a full time k9 trainer and make my own schedule to accommodate pet care and can also bring any dogs to work with me. I provide a structured and enriched time for dogs staying with me and treat all dogs as my own. I also offer training during your dog’s stay at an additional cost
About: I’ve always had a dog in the house. I learned at a early age how to take care of the dogs that we had. I treat every dog like it’s my own. I had a job which a varied schedule. But I normally only work one day a week, it’s normally a Wednesday or Monday. I work as needed. I do have a dog but I do not live here. He is not here with me. But he is a very energetic and playful dog.
About: I’m a veterinarian that graduated from Virginia Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine in 2022. I love to be around fur babies on my free time! I’ve helped friends with their dogs/cats/rabbits/guinea pigs while they are away on vacation. I'm keen on walking dogs twice a day and taking them hiking, to the pond, or for mini adventures around the park! My previous jobs have been in two veterinary hospitals (one of which included Banfield) as a veterinary assistant. I can give your pet the best possible care! I’m currently a proud owner of a a cute Ragdoll cat and a labrador retriever. I also like to be active and go on walks regularly so it would only add to the fun to have a special fluffy companion join me! My schedule is flexible can work around yours as well. Feel free to contact me! I currently work part time and love spending my additional time caring for pets. I have a flexible schedule and can arrange my work days to accommodate for pet days. I can work easily around new areas, yards and homes. If there is a place your pet likes to go we can arrange to have him taken there for a wonderful daytime treat!
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Sitters in Defoe average 3 repeat dog walking clients
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Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Defoe on Rover as of Jun 2026 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 Jun 2026, there are 145 dog walkers in Defoe. 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, 83% of Defoe dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in Defoe have an average of 13 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 Defoe.
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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- Pee, poo, food, and water breaks
- Cute photos and a personalized note
There are 145 dog walkers in Defoe on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Defoe, 100% 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.
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