Dog Walking in Franconia

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Sitter Profile Image: Brianna K.
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Brianna K.
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4.9 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
14 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22312

Brianna is a great dog walker!! She is very quick to respond to messages and took the lead organizating the meet and greet. She was available on pretty short notice, which was such a relief. Brianna was immediately comfortable with my 150lb dog, which means she is comfortable with any dog! She is a great dog walker and I will be using her regularly!

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Cheryl B.
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Joanna B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
258 reviews
25 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22310

Joanna is the definition of going above and beyond. She’s been working on my dog’s recall, takes her on lovely long walks, and I’ve saved so many of the pictures she takes. She goes so far as to refill my treat jar at my house when she sees that it’s empty and makes sure my girl has water and a treat before she leaves. I work long hours and travel a lot. I have no idea how I’d manage without her!

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Sanjana G.
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Alex U.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
39 reviews
15 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22310

Alex is the BEST! We use him weekly to walk our pup and can tell she is so comfortable with him! He is respectful and flexible which I very much appreciate as a working mom! Thank you for all you do Alex!!

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Erica S.
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Samuel W.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
71 reviews
28 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22310

Samuel walked Storm during a very cold and rainy week! He was responsive about booking and followed up on things like providing additional food in the afternoon.

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Sitter Profile Image: Tiana W.
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Tiana W.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22310

Tiana is amazing!!! We booked her over our vacation and she got there everyday on time and took lots of pics of Archie. So sweet and kind! Will definitely book her again soon!! Your pet is in safe hands with her

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Joanie L.
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Sweta P.
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$26
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5.0 out of 5 stars
95 reviews
38 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22315

Sweta has been amazing with our old man. Takes him on nice long walks and makes sure he’s okay while at work. I feel at ease when she’s coming to take care of him.

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Brittany H.
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Kelli K.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
49 reviews
16 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22310

Kelli has been a wonderful addition to our days. She is incredibly responsive, attentive and caring for the dogs, and the dogs are completely exhausted after, as I want, when they return. She has always given a great report card and some adorable photos. I hope to have her walking my girls for a long time.

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Lauren S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
5 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22312

Lauren was super friendly & made our pup comfortable!!! She is very communicative as well! I know she helped our puppy feel cared for & safe!

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April C.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
9 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Springfield, VA, 22150

April is extremely patient with my pup and she does such an awesome job taking care of her!

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Julio O.
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$19
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2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Springfield, VA, 22150

About: What sets me apart is my calm and patient nature, which helps pets feel safe and comfortable—especially shy or moody cats. I have hands-on experience training puppies and big dogs, focusing on positive reinforcement and consistency to build good habits. I’m also skilled in senior pet care, understanding the extra attention and gentleness older pets need. Plus, my flexible schedule and ability to quickly get around the city means I’m reliable for last-minute requests and varied needs. Because I create my own schedule, pet care fits seamlessly into my daily and weekly routine. This flexibility lets me be available whenever your pets need attention—whether it’s morning walks, evening playtime, or weekend visits. It also means I can take last-minute requests without disrupting my day, so your pets get consistent, reliable care that works around your life and mine. I take pet safety and cleanliness very seriously, whether your pet is in my home or yours. My living space is in a gated community with two nearby dog parks, so your dog can enjoy safe, off-leash playtime in a secure environment. My apartment features a covered balcony with no gaps, perfect for supervised outdoor time without any risk. Inside, I keep things comfortable and cozy with soft carpet, cushioned padding, and plenty of pillows and toys—especially for those who need extra support. Cleanliness is a top priority—I use a steam vacuum regularly, so messes are never a big worry and the space stays fresh and sanitary. You can trust that your pet will be cared for in a safe, comfortable, and clean environment.

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Carrington R.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Aurora Highlands, Springfield, VA, 22150

About: I’ve been surrounded by animals my whole life and absolutely love caring for them! I have personal experience owning both dogs and cats, and I’ve also provided in-home pet care for both drop-ins and overnight stays. I have a car, so I’m happy to take a trip to the dog park or explore new areas for a walk! Whether it’s checking in, going for walks, or just giving some extra love and attention, I treat every pet like they’re my own. Animals bring me so much joy, and I’m committed to making sure they feel safe, happy, and loved while you’re away. I work from home and have flexibility to go for short walks during the day. I can also stay overnight during weekdays and potentially weekends as I can work from anywhere. In the morning and evenings I can take longer walks. I am committed to making sure you are stress-free when it comes to pet care, so I will update you with photos, videos, and messages every time I take care of your furry friend! I’m happy to send as many updates as will make you comfortable!

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Zachary H.
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$20
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4.9 out of 5 stars
80 reviews
21 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22310

Zach has been great with our two pups. Our dogs look forward to their walks with Zach. He always makes sure to communicate with us and we recommend booking with him!

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Sitter Profile Image: Sofia T.
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Sofia T.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
2 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22315

About: I’ve loved caring for animals for as long as I can remember. From dogs and hamsters to turtles, I’ve gained hands-on experience with a variety of pets throughout my life. Caring for animals has allowed me to build strong relationships and trust with family, friends, and neighbors who rely on me to look after their beloved companions. As I’ve grown older, my love for every living creature has only deepened, and that passion shines through in the care I provide. My goal is to create a safe, fun, and loving environment where your pet feels comfortable and happy while you are away! I am a recent graduate from Virginia Commonwealth University! Though I am looking for fellowships, I would love to spend time caring for any pets that need some quality time and attention. I drive a small fiat, and will arrive and enter property per specific pet instructions! I will always make sure to keep a cleanly space and leave everything as it was, while also guaranteeing your loved one is set up before my departure.

Sitter Profile Image: McKenna E.
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McKenna E.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
10 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22315

It was great meeting McKenna and Hampton was happy to have a new friend! She asked great questions and we look forward to her walking Hammy again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Claudia H.
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Claudia H.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
84 reviews
43 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22310

Claudia is excellent! She has been a wonderful dog walker. She sends pictures and updates with every walk and I can tell the the dogs have really taken to her. She is also always responsive via text and extremely flexible! We’ll continue to use her indefinitely.

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Heather T.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
3 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22315

Heather has walked our dog Arlo about a dozen times in all kinds of weather. She is terrific! She is so kind to Arlo and so very careful about cleanliness. Arlo loves her and is always very excited to see her. She has also given us some good tips about how to get Arlo to better behaved. We are so glad to have found Heather. What a sweet and thoughtful person!

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Alice M.
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Cassidy D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
5 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22310

So sweet with our pup and great feedback

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Kim S.
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Dustin S.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
4 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22310

About: I grew up with dogs and cats in the home. I love being the dogs and cats best friend. While I am not the best discipliner. I can ensure your best friend has a great time while they wait for your return. I am in a flexible job. I only need to go into the office twice a week but I can adjust the days as needed so my availability is pretty consistent. I will care for them as if they were my own. I do have a crate that I can set up in case they need a den like atmosphere. My apartment has a small dog park I can take them to if they get along with other pups. I live in a dog friendly apartment complex with plenty of dogs around. We would also go for some walks and watch some TV on the couch.

Sitter Profile Image: Max F.
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Max F.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
4 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Landmark-Van Dom, Alexandria, VA, 22304

My pup loved her walks with Max. He was prompt and we could count on him and have rebooked for our next trip.

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Kathy K.
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David C.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
70 reviews
34 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22310

David was our Rock Star this week. At 7am Monday morning all seemed like it was going to be a great week. Then it was 7:01am and it turned into a roller coaster week. Obviously David likes roller casters because he was responsive to our cries for help! Big time thanks again! We super appreciate you're ability and flexibility to help support our insane schedules!

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Denise G.
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My dog loves everyone. But he fully adores Leah. She is so wonderful with him and I feel like my baby is safe and loved while she has him. Truly a beautiful person and it reflects in how much animals are drawn to her.

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Samantha A.
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Kimara was great with Misty, she was prompt and was able to adjust the walk based on the weather. Would definitely recommend!

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Ivan Z.
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I love Veronica!!!! I have an upcoming extended trip at the end of the month. I have talked with Veronica about the trip and shared that I always feel very anxious whenever I have to leave Crosby for an extended period time. Veronica has been SO calm, patient, understanding and flexible. She has done everything possible to put my mind and my nerves at ease. Today, Veronica went above and beyond on her visit and walk with Crosby. I’m so relieved and grateful to have connected with Veronica !! She’s AMAZING!!!! ❤️❤️ Thank you, Veronica!!!

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Annie C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Max was great. Went above and beyond both days we used his services. Day One went a little awry with one of our dogs getting injured (through no fault of Max's!) And he communicated immediately and even waited with our dogs until we were able to make it home even though he didn't have to. Would highly recommend Max and would use him again in the future.

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Patricia L.
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Kyle was reliable, a great communicator and patient with our little dog who can be stubborn on his walks! I definitely recommend him!

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Mary & Joseph F.
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I don't even know where to begin, but Jackie has been such an absolute BLESSING during a very tumultuous time where I have not been able to walk my dog, Sadie, due to having leg surgery and needing someone short notice. Never would I have thought that I would find my dog's godmother, but HERE WE ARE! Jackie is incredible with Sadie and Sadie is IN LOVE with Jackie. I used to work in vets myself and can feel Jackie's empathetic and beautiful nature when it comes to pets, and even my little demon hobbit cat loves her too and he is hard to please. Jackie is also aware of any inconsistencies with Sadie's behavior, potty breaks and has even checked for ticks as the spring gets nuts with those terrible creatures. We are going to be so sad that she won't be coming 3 times a day anymore, but Jackie has become an actual friend and Sadie and I plan to have visits. There is no way Sadie cannot be in Jackie's life and Jackie has expressed the same. We seriously love her so much and will still book with her when needed in the future. You could not be in better hands than with Jackie and I have trust issues lol. She is the VERY BEST <3

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Camille R.
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Caryl has been the best dog walker we’ve ever had! She’s so reliable and our dog absolutely adores her. We would recommend her to anybody!

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Sarah B.
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Ms Sienna is truly the best!! My baby loves her!! She is always so excited to go on her walks!!! She takes really good care of her and is sooo gentle!! Thank you sooo much for all that you do!!!

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Sasha C.
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Rachel was flexible and communicative. Sirena loved her from the second she met her which means a lot to us since she’s a nervous girl. She was sure to communicate all the things Sirena had done with her as well as asked questions if anything came up. We definitely recommend her and will use her again :) thank you Rachel !

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Jordyn G.
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Ray has been an exceptional addition to mine and my dogs life. Enthusiastic, caring, interested, communicative are just a small taste of the quality of character Ray has demonstrated. Highly recommended and highly praised. 10/10 will hire again.

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Jamie H.
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John had been an awesome friend for our pup Archer! He’s very attentive on their walks and is awesome at communicating and giving helpful feedback. We’re very grateful for him and will book with him again and again!

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Andrea M.
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Claudia is fantastic! Our dogs love to see her and Danson. She loves dogs and always makes sure they get plenty of attention.

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LeeNora L.
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Shanna is so wonderful with our puppy Cleo! She is very caring, communicative, and reliable. We have used her for recurring walks. We definitely recommend Shanna!

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Amy S.
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Michelle was a lifesaver! Helped me on short notice; fed my dog, took my dog on two nice walks around the neighborhood & gave him love before she left.

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Sidnei T.
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Tiana is amazing!!! We booked her over our vacation and she got there everyday on time and took lots of pics of Archie. So sweet and kind! Will definitely book her again soon!! Your pet is in safe hands with her

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Joanie L.
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Lauren is incredibly communicative and timely. A definite animal lover! We felt very comfortable trusting her with our pup.

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Chris B.
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Fantastic experience with Alex on Rover! Alex was extremely responsive when we needed care within 24 hours and made the entire process stress-free. Great communication, lots of updates/photos, and our dog was clearly well cared for and happy. Would absolutely book again!

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Bonnie E.
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Sweta has been super helpful with our ever changing work schedules. Her flexibility has been such a relief!

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Jeremy M.
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Kelli is amazing! Our puppy loved her from the get go. She is punctual, communicative, and thorough—she asked lots of great questions to make sure she was prepared to take great care of our pup. We will absolutely hire her again in the future!

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Valerie A.
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Gabby was wonderful! I appreciate her accepting my last minute request and coming by for a meet and greet prior to her first walk. She was really good with my Marley and was great with my care instructions. I'm extremely satisfied with her service!

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Dreeya M.
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Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Franconia on Rover as of Jun 2026 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.

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As of Jun 2026, there are 15,464 dog walkers in Franconia. 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 Franconia dog walkers respond in under an hour.

Dog walkers in Franconia have an average of 14 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 Franconia.

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:

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There are 15,464 dog walkers in Franconia on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Franconia, 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.

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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.