Dog Walking in Downtown, Portland, ME
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1. Kaydence D.
“Kaydence is a respectable and responsible bet owner and pet care taker. She’s watched my dogs more than once and I’ve been pleased with the outcome every single time. My dogs tend to me more on the nervous side and she worked with them on there time to gain there trust quickly.”


2. Ryan M.

“Ryan has always had dogs in his life, whether his own or those entrusted to his care. He loves them and they love him. They know he is always up for a long walk, playtime, or a cuddle—it’s heartwarming to see how they interact.”


3. Rose B.

“Rose is fantastic with our dog. Kind, prompt, and compassionate. He’s not the most active guy and can be stubborn and Rose has embraced it all. We are so lucky to have found her.”


4. Paige A.

“Paige is awesome!! My tricky pups warmed right up to her and she navigated their sometimes overwhelming energy with professionalism and care. Very excited to have Paige working with us!”


5. Robert M.

“Robert is awesome. Dependable, on time, and took great care of Mabel and Mary. My dogs can be a little excited and have separation anxiety, but Robert knows how to handle it. Highly recommend him!”


6. Jackiellen B.

“The best! Thank you!!”


7. Brittany E.

“Brittany was amazing and so patient with our new, energetic puppy! She was super sweet with our other pets as well, and took the puppy on a much-needed walk to calm her down. So happy to have found her for our weekly Rover walk! Would absolutely recommend!”


8. Madilyn G.

“Madilyn was great! Very attentive to my dog, asked thoughtful questions, punctual and strong communication.”


9. Joshua D.

“My anxious dog loves Joshua, and I love that he is extremely courteous, professional, and always quick to respond. I’m so glad to have connected with him through Rover!”


10. Harrison G.

“As our first time using Rover, it was a great experience with Harrison. Our dog can get nervous/overly excited when meeting new people and Harrison was able to calm him down with pets and attention. He was very kind, considerate and asked great questions when it came to our dog’s care and was very communicative if he had any questions or anything came up. Highly recommend!”


11. Gabrielle R.
“Gabrielle house-sat and cared for my two dogs and a batch of chickens during three separate week+ vacations. She is great, took perfect care of our home and the animals were sorry to see her leave. She took the dogs for long hikes every day -- they were tired out! I would be happy to provide a glowing reference for Gabrielle any time. Your property and pets will be in loving hands.”


12. Amanda L.

“Amanda has been a lifesaver walking my fur baby 1-2 walks/day for 2 weeks now. She goes above and beyond to give my anxious-when-alone-pup so much love and attention while I am working long shifts. She gives great updates on how he is doing, and is so thoughtful and attuned to what he needs. Every night I come home to a happy and not anxious pup, which is such a comfort! So thankful my furbabe and I found her when we are new in town!”


13. Joshua L.

“Josh is an excellent dog sitter and trust worthy. He was punctual and comunicated constantly with us during the day. Dopey loved spending an afternoon with him and his multiple walks with Josh.”


14. Sylvia B.
“Sylvia has looked after my senior cat on multiple occasions, and there are few people I trust so fully with her wellbeing. She is attentive, reliable, caring, communicative, proactive, and very organized. I know that my cat’s best interests, personality, and health are being looked after as if it were myself - and my cat is receiving the fun, affection and genuine care from someone who cares about and respects animals. Wholly recommend her as a trusted sitter for pets.”


15. Destiny R.

“Destiny took great care of Sophie during her pop in walk visits. Sophie can be a bit high maintenance and Destiny was very patient with her and truly went above and beyond.”


16. Lindsay W.

“Lindsay did an awesome job with Fritter! She was easy to communicate with and quick to respond. Fritter loves her and had a great time! We will be booking Lindsay again the next time we need someone to take Fritter on a walk.”


17. Eleanor B.
“If you are looking for a reliable, trustworthy, and lovely young woman to watch your pet - you've found her! Eleanor is experienced with pets - she has always had her own pets (dogs & cats). She has helped me with my dog, a chihuahua, when we have been away. She is very loving and caring and completely reliable. I really can't say enough good things about Eleanor - you will not be disappointed, and your pet will be in excellent, capable hands.”


18. Candace O.
“Candace was amazing! Helped me with my dog Ben while I started a new job and made my new hours so much less stressful know she could be there! Super responsive and quick replies. Highly recommend!”


19. Sammi J.

“Sammi is absolutely incredible! Our pup just loves playing with her and she gives him all the love in the world. Sammie is super attentive and provides great updates and even gave us some very helpful tips with our new puppy. Highly recommend!”


20. Lilah G.
“I have a high maintenance little rascal of a pup named Winnie. I asked Lilah to watch her one weekend when I was out of town due to a family emergency. It was already unbelievably stressful, as is being a pet owner who is often tied up in family matters. Lilah sent me regular updates with cute pictures of the fun activities they were doing together. Not to mention, my pup hates almost everyone and Lilah was able to form a bond with her unlike any guest I had seen enter my apartment! They still get along great and Lilah is truly the only person Winnie will let walk her without me. Overall great work!”
How Rover works
1. Search
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
All payments are processed through Rover’s secured platform and your booking is backed by 24/7 support. It’s that easy!
Why Choose Rover?
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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 Downtown on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $22 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 641 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, 87% of Downtown dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in Downtown have an average of 16 years of experience. Dog walkers with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 641 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.
