Dog Walkers in Essex, NY
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About: I have had pets my whole life. I currently have a small farm. I have chickens, ducks, turkies, pigs, dogs and cats. Alone with rabbits and guinea pigs. we are a very pet friendly area. Live in a wooded area on a dead end street. I currently work from home and have time for pet care. My youngest daughter is also in the home. Also have my granddaughter here on the weekends. she is 11. I will provide care in my home since I work from home this is the best for me at this time. I also have my 11 yr old granddaughter here on weekends.
“Alyson is always amazing with our dogs! I had a total lapse and forgot to book her for a work stretch, and I reached out, and she was at my house within an hour. We’re so thankful to have found her, and our boys are always so happy on the days they get her walks!”
About: I have pet sit dogs and cats many times for my family. Pets have always been a part of my family, mostly dogs and also sometimes cats. Also at one point an aquarium of fish. Currently I do not have any pets of my own because they are not allowed in the rental lease. I also know of some of the natural area trails and parks in the nearby area that would be good to take dogs for a walk at. My current schedule for pet care can be fit to a wide range of times most days. Other current work activities are mainly involving the start of a small farm type business and volunteer work. I make sure that safety is always a priority and taken into account, one of the main areas of focus being to keep any doors monitored and closed so that a pet does not go outside by accident. Also keeping awareness of any food or other objects in a client's home that a pet could get to by accident.
About: Experience with dogs of all ages & breeds, able to provide regular or one time dog walking of any preferred distance & occasional dog sitting as needed! I work as a nurse with a very flexible schedule- able to provide Monday & Tuesday regular visits/walks and Wed-Sun every other week. Can do anytime that works for you! My home has one cat so only able to provide in house visits with cat friendly dogs! Visits in client homes preferred, but can accommodate occasional boarding.
About: I grew up with dogs (1 lab and 2 doodles), and I miss them so much while I am away at school. I have cared for neighbors’ and friends’ dogs since I was in middle school, offering both dog-walking and overnight pet care services. I also have experience caring for salt-water aquaria. I currently work a 9-5 with flexible hours. I am available for early morning, lunchtime, and evening walks. I am also free on the weekends. My apartment is unfortunately not pet friendly, but I do offer overnight pet sitting at the dog’s home. I have experience house sitting for families with pets, and I am more than happy to provide references.
“Beatrice walks our Bernie daily - great communication with us - and we are new pet owners so texting her constantly! We have been working with her for over a month now and feel really lucky to have found her.”
About: Hello! My name is Wren and I'm a college student with a summer internship in DC. I have been fostering dogs and puppies since I was 5 years old. I also have multiple years of pet-sitting experience (both dogs and cats), and I had two dogs and a cat growing up that I was partially responsible for until I graduated from high school. I am an active individual and I love to go on walks and runs. Currently I am available during the day on Fridays and at night the rest of the week. I will have more availability in May because I will not have started my next internship so I will be free every day. In June I am available before and after my 9-5 job and a longer-term pet-sitting option would be my preference. I do not currently have a place to offer for boarding, but I can assure you that I will comply with all house and Rover rules, as well as respect your pet/space and keep it clean.
About: Everyone around me knows how much I love pets. I have helped dog sitting my boss’s dog, and as a first timer, I know I did great! I’m working a full time job, I’m ready for anything after working hours and weekends. For occasional home visits, I can make some exceptions depending on my schedule. I myself have a cat, and I haven’t been able to assess how she would react with other pets so I’m holding off on bringing other pets at my place for now. Otherwise, for the clients, I make sure I observe all safety measures and that I’m giving them all the love.
“Alison is responsive, responsible, and we felt very comfortable leaving our lab with her! She sent updates and photos and made sure she had adequate exercise and attention. We will definitely be booking again with Alison!”
About: I've had dogs and cats my whole life and would like a side job where I can help myself and also help someone else. It's hard to find rewarding jobs that fit with your 9 - 5 and I'm hoping I can find something like that here. I'm really good with all animals, and love children (which is good when you walk dogs kids always try to pet them). I'm loving, kind, reliable and have a flexible schedule. I'm open to whatever is needed and want to build a stable relationship for the dog owners who select me to help them out. I also have a degree in psychology and my family still has pets, I get to help with them as well lucky for me :) I work remote from home so I'm available all the time, which is great for pet care! My schedule is very flexible and can take lots of breaks as needed. I live alone with no pets so it's the perfect spot to board animals. I also have no problem staying at your home if that is what is needed.
About: Hi there, my name is MJ and I'm interested in help you with your doggos, or just your one and only pupper. I have been around dogs all my life. From chihuahuas, to pitties, a Rhodesian Ridgeback (yeah, they have a lot to say. Lol...), to your average American mutt, I seriously love all dogs. For the ones that just want the basics to those who are super charged, I can match their energy. I'm available for drop-in feedings, walks, and play-time. Have a doggo that needs a little extra attention, no problem I don't mind hanging out for a few hours, so you can run errands doggo free, appointment that might be long, or just need to escape for a bit. I am flexible between the hours of 8:30am-5pm, if you are in Shelburne village I can be a bit more flexible until 8pm. Overnight stay can be arranged with at least 2+ weeks notice. We have 2 fabulous felines, Zen & Leia, that are our fur babes!! We start every morning with feeding & water changes. Toy & fun, scritches & snuggles, sometimes even a cat nap. We make our own cat food as well. I have cared for personal family pets, friends pets (dogs, cats, fish, smallies.). I am very professional and enjoy being around animals very much. We have 2 cats, Zen Vader and Princess Leia. We also have a ball python, Ms. Bea Arthur. Caring for animals brings me so much joy, and I love the thank yous of butt wiggles and a purring machine.
“We hired Shelby to meet us at a half marathon and watch our dogs while we ran. We were traveling from Maryland to Vermont and then on to Rhode Island, and we didn’t want to leave our dogs alone. She was AMAZING! Our 2 dogs loved her from the start and we felt comfortable leaving them with her to keep safe. If we were ever to find ourselves in Vermont again, we would definitely look her up! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
About: I love animals and i love spending time with them. I have two older dogs of my own that require a lot of care which I have experience with! I regularly donate to local animal shelters. I also owned a horse which is extra experience!! I’m free whenever!!! I’m always down to come help someone in need when it comes to their pets. I have a very flexible schedule on weekends and semi flexible on weekdays. I have a dog with one eye so she requires you to be a little extra careful so we don’t use a fence for her we just take her out on the leash!! I feed in mornings and nights and take out throughout day!
About: I’ve taken care of dogs, cats, rabbits and birds my entire life. I grew up with mostly large dogs that required lots of exercise. I am no stranger to walking in the New England cold! I have a rotating schedule which allows me to provide services on both weekdays and weekends. I will work with anyone to schedule services far in advance. Every pet is unique. I am able to provide, walks, food, water, exercise and even medication! Whatever your pet needs, I can handle. Just ask!
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Karen W.
“Karen is the best pet sitter! She will spoil your fur babies! She's great with any kind of pet she's a loving and caring person! She runs her own mini farm with cats, dogs, Guinea pigs, chickens, ducks, turkeys, pigs, rabbits, and fish! Each animal has there own area to run around!”
Casey R.Star Sitter
“We are so happy with Casey. She’s on time, she communicates very well, and she leaves detailed descriptions of her walks with Maple! Maple loves her!!”
Alyson K.Star Sitter
“Alyson is always amazing with our dogs! I had a total lapse and forgot to book her for a work stretch, and I reached out, and she was at my house within an hour. We’re so thankful to have found her, and our boys are always so happy on the days they get her walks!”
Reed M.
“Reed has taken care of our 2 dogs for many years. He is loving, gentle, and responsible. My dogs adore him!!! I highly recommend him on all levels.”
Vivian B.
“Vivian is an extremely responsible and dependable individual. She shows patience and compassion both professionally and personally. You couldn't ask for a gentler person to trust your fur baby with. She is already a loving mom to her happy little rescue kitty, Etta. You can feel secure in the fact that your pet will be safe and cared for while with Vivian!”
Emma S.
About: I grew up with dogs (1 lab and 2 doodles), and I miss them so much while I am away at school. I have cared for neighbors’ and friends’ dogs since I was in middle school, offering both dog-walking and overnight pet care services. I also have experience caring for salt-water aquaria. I currently work a 9-5 with flexible hours. I am available for early morning, lunchtime, and evening walks. I am also free on the weekends. My apartment is unfortunately not pet friendly, but I do offer overnight pet sitting at the dog’s home. I have experience house sitting for families with pets, and I am more than happy to provide references.
Beatrice B.
“Beatrice walks our Bernie daily - great communication with us - and we are new pet owners so texting her constantly! We have been working with her for over a month now and feel really lucky to have found her.”
Alma P.
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“She is super communicative and reliable and great with our dog! Highly recommend!”
Wren T.
“Wren is an amazing animal with a heart for those big and small! She has dog sat for me countless times and she does a superb job every single time. I can’t recommend her more.”
David N.
“David adores animals, particularly dogs. I am lucky enough to work in an office where we can bring our pets in at different times. My work sometimes requires me to meet sometimes at length with clients, sometimes who are afraid of dogs so I cannot have my dog in the office with me. David joyously offers to take my dog and without being prompted he will make sure he goes out for pee breaks, has water and is kept comfortably contained. He is amazingly kind, professional and trustworthy. I have known him over 2 years and I trust him implicitly.”
Alison H.
“Alison is responsive, responsible, and we felt very comfortable leaving our lab with her! She sent updates and photos and made sure she had adequate exercise and attention. We will definitely be booking again with Alison!”
Ollie B.
“She was a trouper walking my pup in the rain!”
Whitney F.
“Took great care of our wild dog :)”
Janet C.
“Janet is the sweetest caregiver you will ever meet and takes the time to do the best for your fur baby. Janet is the best choice and your fur babies will be so happy when your away on vacation.”
Emma S.
“Emma so great, showed up on time, took good care of our puppy and sent lots of pics and info to us.”
Marjule S.
“Marjule is a stellar human with a heart as big as a room. She has an absolute love of pets. Four legs. Two legs. No legs. She will love those babies and give them the best of care. She was so good with my Golden/Malamute. Both my dog and cat adored her. If you are looking for someone reliable and an overall genuine human, then look no further.”
Shelby S.
“We hired Shelby to meet us at a half marathon and watch our dogs while we ran. We were traveling from Maryland to Vermont and then on to Rhode Island, and we didn’t want to leave our dogs alone. She was AMAZING! Our 2 dogs loved her from the start and we felt comfortable leaving them with her to keep safe. If we were ever to find ourselves in Vermont again, we would definitely look her up! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
samantha c.
About: I love animals and i love spending time with them. I have two older dogs of my own that require a lot of care which I have experience with! I regularly donate to local animal shelters. I also owned a horse which is extra experience!! I’m free whenever!!! I’m always down to come help someone in need when it comes to their pets. I have a very flexible schedule on weekends and semi flexible on weekdays. I have a dog with one eye so she requires you to be a little extra careful so we don’t use a fence for her we just take her out on the leash!! I feed in mornings and nights and take out throughout day!
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Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Essex on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $20 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 Aug 2025, there are 547 dog walkers in Essex. 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 Essex dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in Essex 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 Essex.
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 547 dog walkers in Essex on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Essex, 92% 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.
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