Dog Walkers in Diablo, CA

“Hailey was very friendly with my dog. She was right on time and took her for a good long walk and then played with her until the time was complete.”

David P.

About: Growing up, I was constantly surrounded by animals because of my parents being vets. Currently, I have six dogs, a rabbit, and a cat! I have helped take care of, raise, and train two puppy litters. Being around all kinds of animals is a joy and pets health and safety is my biggest priority. I am a full time student, however I have an extremely flexible schedule which allows me to spend as much time as need be with pets. I also am not employed, so your pets would be my first priority. I am extremely adaptable to the needs of your pets, whether it be specific dietary needs or sleeping habits, I can accommodate whatever your pets (and you!) need to feel 100% safe. Normally, I take care of mail and garbage when I am staying at a house, unless asked otherwise.

“Aubrey is a superstar!!! I needed assistance with my two German Shepherds and she arrived cheerful and ready to go each day! Our dogs were comfortable with her immediately and she kept my mischievous one in line with kindness and patience. She even helped me bring the garbage cans out and back in!! Aubrey is awesome!!”

Madeleine B.

About: Hi! My name is Zoey, and I am a 21-year-old looking for opportunities to make sure your dog gets what they need while you are away! I've taken care of dogs for many years, but have taken more official paid positions in the last 4. Recently, I have worked to board dogs for families around my college town for periods of up to 6 hours to allow these families to go out for dinners, to the movies, and more without the need to worry about their dogs at home. I have walked dogs for local families regularly, helped take care of special needs dogs on check-ins (such as those with neurogenic bladder), and have dropped by houses to feed, play, and give love and affection to their dogs. When I was 12 years old, my sister and I took it upon ourselves to train our neighbor's golden retriever, Sandy Cheeks, to heel so that we could take her on walks and she would be easier to handle. We successfully managed to teach her, not just how to heel, but also how to come when called, shake, and roll over (quite a feat since many goldens don't love to learn how to roll over). Since then, I have loved learning how to handle dogs of all types, working with slightly reactive dogs, to energetic dogs that don't know their own strength. I am a dog enthusiast! All my life, I have loved dogs so much, but my parents were allergic and refused to get a pet. Finally, in my senior year of high school, my parents got a medium-sized golden doodle and surprised my sister and me. I cried. I can not express the level of joy I experience around dogs. Many of my friends could attest to the connection I have with dogs when I meet them. They are shocked by how much their dogs love me right away. What they don’t know is that I have carefully researched ways to approach dogs and read their body language to determine how they would like to be interacted with. I am a researcher at heart. I am an undergrad in college who has worked on multiple graduate-level research projects in the fields of neuroscience, psychology, biology, and sports studies. When I fell in love with animals, I made it a mission to know how to handle them and treat them with the care they deserve. Where to pet the dog, how to walk up to a dog, what sort of eye contact to make with the dog; these are all examples of how I have learned to pay attention to dogs and respect their boundaries in order to create deep bonds. I am my dog's safe place; she will come and sit between my legs when overwhelmed because she trusts me to protect her and not to treat her the way she needs to be treated at that moment. I would bring this level of care, passion, and enthusiasm to every workday and hope to strengthen the care and play experience of all dogs. I have worked with dogs of many breeds and many ages with many different needs. I have experience with nervous dogs, hyperactive dogs, reactive dogs, super intelligent dogs, stubborn dogs, and hypoallergenic dogs. I am an athlete, and my athletic and strength training have allowed me to handle strong dogs on lead, heavy dogs, and aggressive dogs that pull or suddenly jerk. My athleticism is particularly handy with highly energetic breeds. My own dog's favorite hobby is getting chased around by me or chasing after me. I have also been known to take dogs on runs with me or hikes. If your dog has a particular routine that involves going for a morning run, I would be the perfect candidate to keep that habit up while you're away! I have held many part-time jobs, and I am consistent and reliable. I am a great candidate to take care of your dog in any way. Consider me for all your pet care needs! I am an early riser! If you'd like a walk for your pet, morning, noon, and afternoon walks are the best! I like to schedule my pet care throughout my day, such as in the morning, at noon, and in the afternoon. It depends on what pet care you need from me, but for a home drop-in, I prefer to have time to take your pup out, feed them if necessary, get them used to my presence, calmed down, and give them a little treat before I take off. I am free for a large majority of the time. I work several part-time jobs at the moment, so scheduling around shorter shifts is no problem for me. I am extremely responsible with other people's properties. I am a detail-oriented person and not one to make mistakes or leave a mess when in another person's space. I follow the philosophy: leave every place better than you entered. In this case, I would leave your home better by giving your dogs care. When your pet is with me, their safety and emotional state are my number one priority. If I need to transport your pet anywhere, I am an excellent driver and have never once been ticketed or gotten into an accident. For walks, I have experience with animal safety and protection from other pets and wild animals. With small dogs, you never have to worry about a potential coyote attack or a larger breed biting the dog. I take dog safety very seriously and prepare for every walk with proper equipment, extra food for the dog, extra poop bags, and water. I will always switch to walking a dog or multiple dogs on the inside of me when passing other animals. I am also experienced using treats to maintain a dog's attention. I will never force your dog into any situation that their body language tells me they are not okay with. I am detail-oriented and good at shutting down potentially dangerous situations before they occur.

“Asha is very patient with our anxious dog who is growing to really enjoy her walks with Asha.”

Stephanie C.

“Stephanie was on time for daisies three times a day visits and sent plenty of pictures with notes while I was away. She even walked Daisy longer than I requested :). I would definitely use Stephanie again if I ever need someone.!”

Lisa L.

About: I have owned and taken care of dogs most of my life, I am around family dogs most days of my life. I have cared for family/friends dogs both at their homes and ours for multiple weeks throughout the year. I work from home with a very flexible schedule that I make. I can create time to take care of your pet when it is necessary to I have a fenced in yard and your pet is free to roam around the house with us. I had a dog that recently passed away at 16 years old, the environment is very pet friendly.

About: I have grown up with dogs most of my life and have experience taking care of cats, rabbits, turtles, and fish. My experience with dogs includes: training, dog walking, and administering medication. I have a 5 1/2 year old mini double doodle named Kota and trained him myself. I pride myself on providing quality animal care and want to make sure your pet is safe and happy during their time with me. Currently I am taking a sabbatical and have plenty of time to take care of your pup! Depending on your preference and your dog's needs, I can provide plenty of physical activity and mental stimulation. I am happy to take care of your pet in your home and do daily walks. Please let me know if your pet is comfortable around other dogs. If they're not, I can easily leave my dog at home while I focus on your pet's needs.

About: Dog walking and dog sitting was my first ever job! I have dog walked and dog sat for my friends, my family, and worked for local dog walking company for a couple years—taking care and walking multiple dogs a week. I have also cat sat for many years and volunteered at an animal shelter and have lots of experience with different kinds of dogs and cats. I love my pets and would love to care of yours like they are my own! I’m currently working part time from home and have availability during the day for dog walks. I am also available on some weeks/weekends for dog and cat sitting! I have a fenced yard and a very walkable neighborhood for dogs. I can crate dogs and take dogs on walks. I also have had dogs in this home and currently have 1 friendly cat.

“Maya is awesome! She came on schedule to take my two big doodles for a walk, and they both did great.”

Frieda Z.

“Heather always arrives on time. She's enthusiastic about taking our Sarah on her walk, and Sarah always returns happy and exercised. I can't recommend her enough.”

Shel H.

“Joe was very punctual and communicative with us as he walked our two pups. We are very happy to come across his profile and we will be using him again in the future. Thank you Joe!”

Teresa C.

“We are very happy with how Komal treated our dog. She was very professional and very communicative. Our dog gets very happy when he sees her!”

Ricardo P.

“Elizabeth was great in every regard from prompt communication to reliability, follow through, and being very sweet with our dog. She was great!”

Amy M.

“Fei was awesome!! One of the better dog walkers I’ve had. Very communicative and really put a lot of love and care into taking care of my pup. Thank you Fei!”

Savannah Z.

About: I am a Pet owner of a 15 year old dog weeny dog, and in the past I have grown up with over 6 family dogs, 3 cats and taken care of many neighborhood pets (dog/animal sat and house sat) over the years! I am a realtor that works from home with a 12yr old son. My son Ayden is a total dog lover and very kind and caring with animals! I have a fully open schedule to care for your fur baby while you are gone! I usually go on a morning, afternoon and evening walk. My neighborhood has a huge greenbelt with tons of walking paths and grass lined with wonderfully shaded trees. I give all the animals I pet sit the same love and care as I do my own animal! I will follow exact instructions for feeding, exercise, etc. I am very flexible with my schedule and my care techniques to fit your pup's needs! I work remote at home, and am self employed so I am available at anytime of day to care for pets. I am able to stay at pet owners home and work from their home as well in order to give pets the most possible attention, love and care while their fur parents are away. I will follow all instructions given by owners and respect their wishes for their fur babies! I write notes for owner about times of feedings, walks and potty times so owner knows I am on schedule and following their instructions.

“Aaron is extremely patient and flexible with my fear aggressive and reactive dog. He provides prompt updates and sends great pics. My dog has really gotten comfortable with him. I'm grateful for his commitment to my dog and willingness to take on a challenge. I recommend him for weekly walks.”

Alicia M.

“Bar keeps being the best dog friend you can meet Not only takes great care of our puppy, but helps with training tips and developmental activities”

Viviana B.

“Our dog took an immediate liking to Lara. It was the first time in 12 years we left him overnight. Lara kept us updated with pictures and comments. Made us feel at ease so we could enjoy our mini vacation. Got back to a happy dog and all is well.”

Michael W.

About: Hi I’m Kenzie! I’m fully trained and capable of ensuring each dog gets the attention, exercise, care and love they need. I love all animals and take pride in providing safe and reliable care! I’ve grown up in a home with more than 3 dogs at a time so caring for multiple pets is second nature to me. I’m currently home from the summer and have a very open schedule where I can ensure potty breaks, drops ins, and walks every 2-3 hours I prioritize pet safety! I’m experienced with crate training, secure leash walking, special care, and overall making sure your pet is safe and happy.