Dog Walking in Downtown, Columbus, Ohio
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Top rated Downtown dog walkers
“We love Sarah!! She’s flexible with our timing and changes and I love getting the snippets of my pup’s day! We’ve already rebooked our next walks!”
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!
“Jess is awesome! I have known her for some time. I have watched her dog, Dex several times. My puppy Rocky loves her. I think it is safe to say he looks forward to seeing her!”
“Thea was great with Pesto our 6 month old mini golden doodle. She came and met us beforehand and was available when our schedule changed last minute for an additional walk! Pesto loved her and we will be booking with her again!”
About: I have been a pet sitter since I was 16. I adore taking care of animals and always want to ensure their happiness while their owners are away. I am entering my last year of law school, so my schedule is busier and I will need a bit more notice than usual in order to book. This way I can make sure I’m ahead of my work, and have time to give your pets the attention they deserve. I am also able to send over my class schedule so you can see when I would be gone. I care for the animals just as their owner would if they were home, and make sure to send extra love as well. I always provide updates and pictures so you can feel at ease knowing your pet is loved!
“Tory was great with Harper. Being such a young puppy walks were difficult at first but she gave Harper all the attention needed and was patient as she worked on her walking skills. Will definitely use again in the future!”
“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 :)”
“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!!”
“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!!”
“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.”
“Great communication and very accommodating”
“Bruno has an obvious love for Melanie. She took great care of him and I knew he was in good hands. I didn't worry, and loved getting the photo updates. Melanie is great and I will continue to utilize her services. Valerie”
“Absolutely fantastic and lovely to work with!! Our dog loves Zakia and gets super excited when she sees her coming. Recommend wholeheartedly!”
“Marisa is dependable and very professional! I appreciated her timeliness and updates when caring for my dog. She is a fabulous caregiver for dogs! ?”
“This was our first week with Trisha, we are so grateful for her services, photos and videos of our family. She is a fantastic addition to our family! Thank you so much.”
“Vanessa kept her word and showed up on the days contracted for allowing me to go out of town on a business trip. Both my mother and my dog (Coco) were pleased with her. I hope she is available again in the future.”
“Cannot rave over JoVonna enough 🤍 so thankful for her bright spirit and love for our doggos! She helped us out in a pinch and is such a wonderful addition to our care team.”
“i love the photos and updates. Thanks Jessica!!”
“Amanda is amazing! She’s super quick to respond, and she even came to meet us prior to our first walk so that we were all comfortable with the process. My little girl loved her time with Amanda, and she sent plenty of photos of her smiling face on their walk. I was a little nervous since this was my first time using Rover, but Amanda made the process smooth and comforting, and we’ll be booking more walks here soon!”
“Sean is very communicative about his schedule and any changes. He also always gives me a wonderful rover card so I know exactly what happened on the walk! Mila loves Sean!”
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1. Sarah L.
“We love Sarah!! She’s flexible with our timing and changes and I love getting the snippets of my pup’s day! We’ve already rebooked our next walks!”
2. 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!
3. Jessica J.
“Jess is awesome! I have known her for some time. I have watched her dog, Dex several times. My puppy Rocky loves her. I think it is safe to say he looks forward to seeing her!”
4. Thea M.
“Thea was great with Pesto our 6 month old mini golden doodle. She came and met us beforehand and was available when our schedule changed last minute for an additional walk! Pesto loved her and we will be booking with her again!”
5. Bailey M.
“Bailey is a very caring and trustworthy pet sitter. She has dogs of her own and loves any dog as much as her own. We have had Bailey pet sit for our dog several times and she does such a good job. She walked her everyday, sometimes twice a day, played with her, and snuggled on the couch at the end of the day. I have recommended Bailey to other people as well.”
6. Victoria T.
“Tory was great with Harper. Being such a young puppy walks were difficult at first but she gave Harper all the attention needed and was patient as she worked on her walking skills. Will definitely use again in the future!”
7. 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 :)”
8. 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!!”
9. 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!!”
10. 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.”
11. Rachelle B.
“Great communication and very accommodating”
12. Melanie L.
“Bruno has an obvious love for Melanie. She took great care of him and I knew he was in good hands. I didn't worry, and loved getting the photo updates. Melanie is great and I will continue to utilize her services. Valerie”
13. Zakia B.
“Absolutely fantastic and lovely to work with!! Our dog loves Zakia and gets super excited when she sees her coming. Recommend wholeheartedly!”
14. Marisa H.
“Marisa is dependable and very professional! I appreciated her timeliness and updates when caring for my dog. She is a fabulous caregiver for dogs! ?”
15. Trisha Kate C.
“This was our first week with Trisha, we are so grateful for her services, photos and videos of our family. She is a fantastic addition to our family! Thank you so much.”
16. Vanessa S.
“Vanessa kept her word and showed up on the days contracted for allowing me to go out of town on a business trip. Both my mother and my dog (Coco) were pleased with her. I hope she is available again in the future.”
17. JoVonna M.
“Cannot rave over JoVonna enough 🤍 so thankful for her bright spirit and love for our doggos! She helped us out in a pinch and is such a wonderful addition to our care team.”
18. Jessica S.
“i love the photos and updates. Thanks Jessica!!”
19. Amanda P.
“Amanda is amazing! She’s super quick to respond, and she even came to meet us prior to our first walk so that we were all comfortable with the process. My little girl loved her time with Amanda, and she sent plenty of photos of her smiling face on their walk. I was a little nervous since this was my first time using Rover, but Amanda made the process smooth and comforting, and we’ll be booking more walks here soon!”
20. Sean R.
“Sean is very communicative about his schedule and any changes. He also always gives me a wonderful rover card so I know exactly what happened on the walk! Mila loves Sean!”
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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 Downtown 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 2,146 dog walkers in Downtown. 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 Downtown dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in Downtown 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 Downtown.
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 2,146 dog walkers in Downtown on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Downtown, 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.
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