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Sitter Profile Image: Cheryl B.
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Cheryl B.
$33
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 498 reviews
126 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Downtown, SANTA BARBARA, CA, 93105

“I booked Cheryl on the recommendation of a friend, and was very pleased when she came over for a meet & greet. She seemed confident, responsible, trustworthy, asked questions, and my pup seemed to really like her. Cheryl was also great at communicating with me, prior to and after her visit, which I really appreciated. She has only come once but I will absolutely be inviting her back whenever I need pet care for either my dog or my two cats!”

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Ariana G.
Sitter Profile Image: Dawer P.
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Dawer P.
$15
total per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

“Dawer has been walking Honey for a couple of weeks. Honey has had some health issues - however! Right abt the time of her walk w Dawer - she is on high alert - waiting for him! Dawer couldn’t be a better choice for dog walking. We are VERY lucky to know him and to be on his schedule. He is compassionate, bright and professional!🦮♥️🦮”

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Heidi M.
$26
total per walk
15 years of experience
Riviera, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103

About: I grew up surrounded by dogs, cats, and all kinds of animals. My childhood dog was truly my best friend, and animals have always been an important part of my life. When I had my own family, my first dog was a Bull Terrier. Because he was such a strong and heavy dog, I worked privately with a dog psychologist and regularly attended dog school. Sadly, he passed away from a tumor at only five years old. My second dog was an Australian Shepherd who eventually became a wonderful companion dog for elderly residents in retirement homes. He passed away at age ten following complications from surgery. My last dog, Scruffy, was a rescue from Romania and probably taught me the most. She had experienced trauma and struggled with fear and anxiety, which made her a real challenge at first. Through training, patience, consistency, safety, and above all, love, she gradually learned to trust again. These experiences have given me a great deal of understanding and practical skill when it comes to reading dogs, handling challenging situations, and keeping both dogs and myself safe. I understand that every dog has a different personality, history, and needs. When a dog is in my care, my goal is simple: to make them feel safe, cared for, understood, and happy while their family is away. ❤️🐾 I'm currently between jobs and looking for tithe right party-time opportunity, which gives me the wonderful opportunity to spend some of my free time doing something I genuinely love-being around dogs. I have a securely fenced yard where dogs can enjoy some outdoor time, and I'm happy to crate a dog if tithes is part of their normal routine or what makes them more comfortable.

Sitter Profile Image: Chloe S.
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Chloe S.
$20
total per walk
2 years of experience
Westside, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

About: I treat every dog like they’re my own! I’m caring, patient, dependable, and love giving pups plenty of attention, exercise, playtime, and cuddles. I’m great at following each pet’s individual routine and making sure they feel safe, comfortable, and loved while you’re away. I’m also happy to care for puppies, senior dogs, and pups who need a little extra patience and attention. My goal is to give you peace of mind while making sure your dog has the best time possible! 🐾💕 Pet care fits perfectly into my routine as a college student because I have a flexible schedule throughout the week. I’m available to give pets plenty of attention, walks, playtime, and care rather than rushing in and out. I’m dependable about sticking to feeding, walking, and medication routines, and I’m happy to work with each pet’s individual schedule and needs. 🐾💕 Safety and trust are always my top priorities. In a client’s home, I treat their space with the same respect I would want for my own and follow their instructions and their pet’s normal routine closely. I make sure doors and gates are secure, keep pets supervised, and pay close attention to their behavior and surroundings. I want every pet to feel comfortable, safe, and loved while their owner is away.

Sitter Profile Image: Joey V.
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Joey V.
$33
total per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
4 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Westside, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

“joey always goes above and beyond for my pup norman! he cares for him, like he’s his own! he also follows great instructions and is INCREDIBLY reliable.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Emily G.
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Emily G.
$50
total per walk
26 years of experience
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

About: I'm an intuitive and empathetic pet caregiver who truly understands what each animal needs. I've had a dog throughout my entire childhood and adult life, and now I share every day with my 8-pound Pomchi who goes everywhere with me. I specialize in caring for small and medium-sized dogs, and I pride myself on forming close, trusting connections. I even joke that I speak a bit of dog language! In addition to pet care, l also offer house sitting, so your pets can stay in the comfort of their home while I ensure they feel safe and loved. Along with that, I'm happy to help with extra tasks like doing laundry and watering plants, so your home stays in great shape while you're away. I can't wait to give your furry friend the attention and care they deserve. My work schedule is flexible and I am happy to work with your scheduling needs. I am happy to come to my clients and have a car. I'm a very vigilant pet sitter, I like to keep my eye on my four-legged clients at all times. I am here to give them enough playtime, cuddles, and plenty of love while you are away from home. I am happy to provide treats and will work with your furr babies to set healthy routines.

Sitter Profile Image: Kayla K.
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Kayla K.
$38
total per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 14 reviews
5 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103

“I have a Great Pyrenees puppy, newly rescued off the L.A. streets a couple of weeks ago, with no I.D. or training at all. She is big and strong and I am not, so I needed the right dog-walker for the 50-pound dog, and picked Kayla K. because she raised her own 100-lb. Labrador from his puppyhood. I cannot praise Kayla enough! We started with a dog dancing around, getting tangled underfoot, and grabbing the leash like a toy. That behavior is nearly all gone now. Kayla is prompt, warm, friendly, outgoing, brought the right collar/leash combo. (now I've bought my own). My puppy gets excited when she hears Kayla's car in the driveway, and greets her joyously, and comes home nicely tired out and smiling. I took my dog yesterday to a professional dog trainer to get some help with crating and commands (like down and come), and he, a professional, was extremely impressed with my dog's calm heeling abilities that she had acquired, thanks to Kayla.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Madeline W.
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Madeline W.
$35
total per walk
2 years of experience
Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA, 93109

About: I grew up around animals with my mom being a veterinarian, and I’ve spent years helping out at her clinic. That experience gave me a strong understanding of pet behavior, health, and how to keep animals comfortable and safe. I’ve also been pet sitting since I was younger, caring for dogs of all sizes and personalities. I treat every pet like my own and always make sure they feel happy, loved, and well taken care of while you’re away. My schedule is very flexible since I work as a personal trainer with varying hours each week. I’m typically only working a few hours at a time, with most of my clients in the mornings or evenings, so I’m home a lot during the day and able to give your pet plenty of attention. I currently live in an apartment, so I focus on in-home stays and drop-in visits. I try to keep pets in their normal routine as much as possible so they feel comfortable and safe in their own environment. I always make sure they have plenty of attention, walks, and time outside of just being checked on. I also try to spend as much time with them as I can so they’re not left alone for long. If your dog is comfortable with it, I’m happy to bring them along with me sometimes so they’re getting more interaction and not just sitting at home. I always go based on each pet’s personality and what you’re comfortable with as the owner.

Sitter Profile Image: Grace & Anthony C.
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Grace & Anthony C.
$50
total per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 33 reviews
7 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

“Grace took excellent care of Jett while I was on travel. She was very prompt for this afternoon walks as well as detailed in the Rover reports. Highly recommend booking with Grace. Thanks so much :)”

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Sitter Profile Image: Emma H.
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Emma H.
$26
total per walk
5 years of experience
Eastside, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103

About: I’m a caring and dedicated pet sitter who understands how much your pets mean to you. I treat every pet as if they were my own, taking the time to learn their unique personalities, routines, and needs. Whether it’s feeding, walks, playtime, or medication, I provide thoughtful and attentive care to help your pets feel safe, comfortable, and loved while you’re away. I’ll keep you updated and make sure you have peace of mind knowing your furry family members are being cared for with kindness and compassion. I work Wednesday through Saturday from 10-6pm which leaves me available all day Sunday through Tuesday, as well as early mornings, and late evenings, and overnight care the rest of the week. I’m happy to accommodate pet sitting, walks, drop-in visits, and overnight stays whenever my schedule allows. I strive to be flexible and reliable so your pets receive the care, attention, and companionship they deserve. I take the time to follow your pet’s normal routine, including feeding schedules, walks, playtime, medication, and plenty of love and attention. I’ll also help keep your home tidy by cleaning up after your pet, refreshing water bowls, and respecting your space as if it were my own. Throughout my visits or stay, I’ll provide regular updates and photos so you can relax knowing your pets are safe, happy, and well cared for while you’re away.

Sitter Profile Image: Shannon M.
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Shannon M.
$16
total per walk
10 years of experience
Westside, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

About: Animals have always been a huge part of my life, and I have a natural knack for connecting with them. I grew up with dogs, cats, the occasional rodent and I have previously pet-sit and dog walked for friends. I have had pets of all ages and am comfortable administering meds if needed. I have a very open and flexible schedule, though I occasionally teach scuba diving on the weekends. Because my hours vary, please check my Rover calendar to confirm availability. Because I provide care directly in your home and neighborhood, your pet's safety and the security of your home are my top priorities. • Home & Leash Safety: I always double-check that doors, windows, and gates are securely locked when entering or leaving your home. When we are out on a walk, your dog will remain securely leashed at all times, and I maintain a high awareness of our surroundings to avoid any stressful interactions with other animals or traffic. • Constant Communication: I provide regular, detailed updates with photos from our walks or drop-in visits so you always know exactly how your pet is doing. • Emergency Preparedness: Before our first booking, we will complete a Meet & Greet to review your pet’s exact routine. I will ask for your primary vet's details, emergency contacts, and clear instructions for your pet’s specific medication schedules if required.

Sitter Profile Image: Eleanor C.
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Eleanor C.
$24
total per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
4 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

About: I've been taking care of pets on my own since I was 13. I've sat cats and dogs of all kinds, including one with special needs. For drop ins I can take dogs out to go to the bathroom before and after my classes at about 7 am and 3 pm during Mondays through Thursdays, as well as in the evenings as much as necessary. If house sitting, I can be at the location more often In a clients home I could give the pets good and water, crate if necessary, and if it's a fenced area let them out. If they need to be walked i can do that as well.

Sitter Profile Image: Monica C.
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Monica C.
$90
total per walk
4.9 out of 5 stars
• 18 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Upper State, Santa Barbara, CA, 93105

About: My rates reflect my level of expertise, quality, and dedication to the services I provide to ensure the best standards of excellence I provide. My rates reflect my level of expertise, quality, and dedication to the services I provide to ensure the best standards of excellence I provide. I strive to establish compassionate, courteous, & mindful relationships with Clients & their sweet pets. Once, having established that trust, I make it my duty to maintain it. I am able to work remotely and at on occasion do go into the Schott campus to assist with Art Classes. I have a Very Flexible schedule. At times I do attend weekly Live yoga classes in town. I am Very Cognizant, Caring/Kind, Patient, Responsible/Reliable. Always keeping the Pets I care for Safe & Secure. • I abide by your schedule (the pet owner) has laid out for me to follow: meals and medications are given at the times provided and in the manner laid out by the owner. I, at no time makes the determination to change any of these things without having talked to the pet owner beforehand and gotten their permission to do so. • I am communicative about matters relating to the pets in my care and the homes they have been entrusted to manage and maintain while the homeowner is away. Any issues are communicated immediately to the homeowner to determine the best way to proceed. • I do my best to respond promptly to any text messages from clients.

Sitter Profile Image: Katherine M.
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Katherine M.
$40
total per walk
1 repeat client
2 years of experience
Eastside, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103

About: I have 2 years of hands-on dog care, regularly watching a large Golden Retriever and a medium Chihuahua–Dachshund mix. I’m comfortable with strong pullers and high-energy pups, and I’m just as gentle with small dogs. I follow your routines for meals, walks, potty breaks, and playtime, and I send clear updates with photos after each visit. Safety and calm handling are my priorities—I keep leashes secure, monitor weather and hydration, and tidy up after outdoor fun. I can help with brushing and basic cues like sit/stay/leave-it. Your dog will get patient, reliable care and lots of affection every time. I work fully remote, so I’m home and attentive most of the day. I pop out once daily for the gym (about an hour) and plan visits around it. I’m available for morning, lunchtime, and evening walks/check-ins, plus overnight house sitting when needed. Weekends are open. Your pup’s meals, potty breaks, and playtime fit naturally into my routine, and I send quick updates so you always know how they’re doing. I follow your dog’s routine exactly—feeding, meds, crate, and house rules. I double-check doors and gates, keep dogs leashed unless you’ve approved a secure fenced area, and handle both strong pullers (Golden Retriever) and small dogs (Chiweenie) with calm, confident control. I monitor heat/cold, carry water, wipe paws, clean bowls, and tidy up before I leave. Home stays locked and secure, and you’ll get clear photo updates every visit.

Sitter Profile Image: Ginger A.
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Ginger A.
$28
total per walk
10 years of experience
Santa Barbara, CA, 93109

About: I have up to 10 years of experience in animal care with both dogs and cats. I grew up with 3 dogs since I was 6 years old. After they had passed I was blessed with my current dog Tobi, who is a fun and playful labradoodleI! I enjoy dog walks, feeding animals, playing, and taking care of them to the best of my ability. I enjoy assisting animals in their daily adventures and seeing them happy! I am mostly available during the week and weekends, feel free to reach out and we can further discuss the services needed and when. Thank you, looking forward to caring for your pet!

Sitter Profile Image: Bridget D.
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Bridget D.
$20
total per walk
10 years of experience
Santa Barbara, CA, 93110

About: I’ve had two dogs so far in my life, but the one I adopted 2 years ago was completely raised by my brother and I. I am very familiar with animal caretaking and training due to having pets and I have also done some pet sitting for neighbors and friends. I have experience with both dogs and cats. I love caring for pets! Knowing an animal feels loved and cared for brings me so much joy. I’m available most days as long as I’m aware a few days in advance. I try to plan ahead/schedule to make sure my dog is properly cared for everyday. I add walking my dog to my calendar so she is always given walks and never forgotten about. I feed my pets around the same time everyday and my family switches off on certain care taking jobs such as cleaning the litter box, cleaning up poops outside, baths, etc.

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Aimee D.
$35
total per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 11 reviews
4 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Santa Barbara, CA, 93105

“Aimee is awesome. My dog, Tico, loved her. She is very friendly, reliable, consistent, mature, punctual and a good communicator. She walked Tico for me each day for almost 3 weeks due to foot surgery. I would trust Aimee to take care of my dog if I needed to travel, too.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Cody H.
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Cody H.
$20
total per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Santa Barbara, CA, 93110

“Cody is the best dog walker and sitter that I have found through Rover. He's very communicative, clear, and has a calm demeanor with animals. I have a malinois and Dutch Shepherd mixed breed, which can be intense and intimidating at times. Cody had no problem stepping in and walking my dog. I highly recommend Cody and we'll look him again when I have a need.”

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Michelle D.
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Ashly G.
$56
total per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
3 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

About: I grew up with dogs, love taking care of them and love to walk for hours! I am offering this service until I get a dog of my own :) I work from home with flexibility in my schedule. I love to get out for breaks during the day and live close to a dog park. I have a gated outdoor space and live in a dog friendly neighborhood. I also cover up my furniture so that the dogs can go on the couch.

Sitter Profile Image: Ryan K.
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Ryan K.
$35
total per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 154 reviews
39 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

“Ryan was a godsend! available all day last-minute on Thanksgiving when everyone else was booked or not accepting a solo-doggie who is not social and therefore needs one-on-one. Ryan was totally flexible, accommodating and very professional in regards to anticipating and prepping for all of Sadie's needs. i would highly recommend Ryan and will definitely call him again when next in Santa Barbara! Sadie had a wonderful 3 hour romp at one beach and later the same day another 90 mins at another beach! Needless to say a tired dog is a happy dog and she slept well that night after a full body massage for well-exercised muscles! Ryan is very caring and enthusiastic regarding animal care for cats and dogs as well as considerate, polite and accommodating towards me - yes, a self professed people-pleaser! Thank you Ryan!”

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kristina is wonderful! My pups were instantly comfortable with her and she is very reliable. I give her a 5 star rating and highly recommended her 😊🐾🦮

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Lacy P.
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Solomia always takes the extra moment to care for my pup and make sure she’s comfortable and happy. Highly recommend!

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Michael S.
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Cheryl is great! Sushi is excited to see her for walks and has even made some new friends on her adventures. Cheryl is an excellent communicator and I feel my pup is in good hands!

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Amanda N.
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Thank you so much Aubree, Max has been singing your praises since I got back. Hope to have you again in the future!

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Elliott L.
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Great job Sachi! Thanks so much for making sure Mav got to run around a bit while we were gone. 5 stars. Highly recommended

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Eric C.
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Melissa is great with my 100lb dog, I trust her to walk my rottie while I am work. Very kind and responsive.

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Bailey N.
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Peyton helped me with a few midday walks for my 15 month old dog. She is a clear communicator, asked what expectations I had & provided pictures and updates throughout each of her visits. My dog can be a little skittish with strangers but he immediately warmed up to her. Highly recommend Peyton!

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Melissa T.
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Hadley was on time picking the dogs up and very friendly and reliable. I would definitely hire her again to walk the dogs!

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Heather R.
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Allison was such a huge help with our dog! She was prompt, very responsive, and took him for a nice long walk 😊

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Claire J.
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Matthew was absolutely amazing with my dog, Leo, while I was away in Switzerland! He was incredibly attentive and made me feel completely at ease knowing Leo was in such good hands. He sent me lots of photos and updates, which I really appreciated while being so far away, and he was also super flexible and accommodating with my schedule. Leo was happy and well cared for when I got home. I would absolutely trust Matthew with him again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable and caring pet sitter!

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Nicole G.
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Claire has been absolutely amazing. While my-now-wife and I were getting married, Claire was able to babysit our dog. We wanted to include him in our wedding photos so Claire was generous enough to care for him during our photoshoot. She’s kind, patient, and understanding of our nervous dog. She’s really sweet and gentle with our dog too. We can’t recommend her enough! We would give her 10 out of 5 stars if we could.

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Lance T.
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Had to book a few walks on short notice. Capri was responsive and communicative and my Ivy was very happy.

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David C.
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Aimee was excellent! On time, reinforced training and was patient with our puppy! We will use again, thanks Aimee!

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Ashley W.
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Shaine arrived early and was waiting at our meeting location. She took my dogs to the beach and they had a great time. If you need a reliable pet sitter, I highly recommend Shaine L.

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Nic
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Joey was great! He took my dog for a few midday walks, sent photos & was clear with communication. Highly recommend Joey!

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Melissa T.
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Mikyla was great with my sister’s two big pups, took them out on a nice walk and was very communicative. Highly recommend her!

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Chloe K.
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We were struck by Hannah's genuine pleasantness and likability from the get-go. Our dog, a Belgian Malinois with an attitude and stubborness, sniffed Hannah and within moments rolled over to have her belly rubbed. Taking a walk with us and our dog, she listened carefully to our description of our furry family member, her characteristics, nuances, and nature. Over three visits, the walks became longer and easier, Hannah was able to coax our dog into wanting to explore. We look forward to her next visit and recommend her highly.

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Natalie B.
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My 65 lb Husky loved Ashley. And I did too. Punctual, professional and kind. Couldn’t ask for more. I’ll def book again!

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Kim J.
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Zaide picked up our Red Heeler Dirt for a walk, he was friendly, Dirt liked him right away, and Dirt came back tired. Highly recommend, especially if you have an active dog like mine!

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Isaac B.
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Nicole has been SUCH a wonderful dog walker and help to me. She is so consistent and reliable and has great communication. She gives my dog so much love and attention and has gone above and beyond for her (and I) multiple times. I can’t recommend Nicole enough! We are sad to be leaving the area and wish we didn’t have to stop working with Nicole!!

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Kaitlyn R.
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