Dog Walking in El Cerrito
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1. Tanze A.
“Tanze is like a part of the family. Coconut loves her, and we look forward to her creative and uplifting walk stories every day! Thank you for being so amazing, Tanze!”
2. Nathaniel D.
“Nathan was a big help last week when all the people that usually walk my dog were sick. Cody came back from his walks happy and relaxed. I really appreciated Nathan’s help!”
3. Brenda A.
“Brenda was awesome. We were so lucky she was available last minute and made everything so easy for us. She sent us great updates with lots of photos. Best of all, we could tell she really loved our dog and took great care of him. Highly recommend.”
4. Kristina R.
“Kristina is an awesome person and has been wonderful as our dog walker in the past. She really helped build a layer of trust with our pup, that we didn’t have before we met her!”
5. Irene T.
“Irene has that wonderful demeanor that all animals love. She is calm, patient and loving. My dog comes home SO happy. I feel very fortunate to have found her.”
6. Gabriel C.
“Gabriel was professional and friendly. He was great with my special needs dog. I appreciate his patience and timeliness. We had a meet & greet prior so that my dog can get comfortable around Gabriel. My dog really enjoyed being around him. Gabriel is everything you’d want when leaving the care of your dog in someone else. I would 100% book him again. Highly recommend! Thanks Gabriel!”
7. Lili A.
“Lili was a lifesaver when my husband and I came down with COVID-19. She responded to my urgent call for help and walked our dog Nico for a week. Nico left muddy paw prints on her pants during their first meeting (!), but they quickly became friends. Lili was professional and considerate of my time, and I highly recommend her services, especially if you live in the area.”
8. Samantha N.
“Great communicator”
9. Kate P.
“Kate was very thorough with excellent communication. She treated our pup like one of her own and we couldn’t be more grateful! Definitely recommend and will use again!”
10. Meghan B.
“Meghan is an amazing dog walker! She was communicative leading up to and during the scheduled walks. She was also very patient and loving towards my dog. I would highly recommend Meghan to others for pet care. 😊”
11. John H.
“John was kind, caring, and attentive to my puppy’s needs! He gave very thoughtful notes so I always knew exactly how she was doing and how things went. We would definitely recommend John!”
12. Griffin D.
“Griffin is great with dogs! His calm and gentle attitude make him a great dog walker/sitter. On time, reliable, and good at dealing with excitable dogs, Griffin's love for four legged friends really shines through.”
13. Elena M.
“Elena was great with our dog. She was patient with him and very caring. He was a little shy meeting someone new and she took the time to make him feel comfortable and slowly get to know her.”
14. Em F.
“Em has taken care of my dog Winnie (50-pound lab mix) many times, from walks around the neighborhood to outings at the Albany Bulb and overnight in-home dog sitting. They are genuinely the only person I trust to walk my leash-reactive, fearful dog. They have an excellent understanding of her triggers and needs, and they treat her with so much love, patience, and care. I cannot recommend Em highly enough!”
15. Keyla O.
“I had been looking for a dog walker for a while, someone who would care for my dog. When I met Keyla I knew I had found the right person. She is very dependable, friendly, and trustworthy. All the attributes I wanted in someone to trust with my dog. Highly recommended.”
16. Hanna R.
“Hanna came by the house, took Lulu for a walk gave her a treat and some attention. Lulu was calm when I returned, she felt taken care of. Thanks Hanna!”
17. Yailin S.
“Hola yo conocí a yailin y cuidaba a mis gatitos y ellos la adoran por lo bien que a cuidado y mis gatitos mientras yo trabajo y a veces tengo que viajar por trabajo es muy buena persona.”
18. Cheri I.
“Matt and Bella are wonderful! They have excellent communication, asked all the right questions, and listened to/understood my concerns about caring for my anxious pup. They were patient and took things as slow as my pup needed to warm up to new friends, and took care in getting to know us as well—sharing many fun stories and experiences! I would love for them to return again and again.”
19. Lauri M.
“Thanks for always paying attention to how Dottie is doing and adjusting accordingly.”
20. Kenny W.
“Kenny is what some would call a pet whisperer. His calm demeanor is mirrored through the dogs that are lucky enough to be cared for by him. I trust him with my dog any and everyday.”
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Doggy Walking FAQs
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Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in El Cerrito on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $25 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 8,089 dog walkers in El Cerrito. 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, 86% of El Cerrito dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in El Cerrito have an average of 14 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 El Cerrito.
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 8,089 dog walkers in El Cerrito on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In El Cerrito, 89% 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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