Dog Walkers in Galena, IL
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1. Joshua W.
“We gave Josh the highest possible rating and recommend him wholeheartedly! Our dog Scout is wary of strangers and slow to trust new people, but she fell in love with Josh right away. Josh is reliable, prompt, kind and a natural with dogs. We definitely will ask him to take care of Scout again!”
2. Nora S.
“Nora Sheehan is a responsible and caring individual. She has a lot of personal experience caring for and working with pets ranging from dogs, cats gerbils etc. She has an ability to make pets comfortable and at ease. I have observed her dedication to the pets and their needs for basic and emotional care as she has watched animals for other people in her life. Customers can depend upon her to show up when they are away to provide home care. Nora has the skills to watch in her home or the customers by the hour or the day. She has the added ability to offer boardingand care as well.”
3. Sarah S.
“Sarah S did a wonderful job taking care of our cat Maia when we were out of town - she was loving, caring, and attentive to Maia's needs. She is responsible and a great communicator. She has also has a special pet caregiver touch. Excellent photographer as well!”
4. Ryan P.
“Ryan is a very reliable, responsive and responsible person. He has always had a love for dogs and is always involved with feeding, walking and all around care for the dogs. He is good with big and small dogs, old and young dogs, and active and passive dogs. Ryan will go above and beyond to take care of anyones dog.”
5. Jessica S.
“Jessica has been walking our dog for over a year. She is great with him and he gets so excited when she arrives. We have also had drop in visits that helped us out. Highly recommend her services.”
6. Nia G.
About: I have cared for many pets since I was very young. I am experienced with even medically needy animals. Animals are my passion. Their love is unconditional and so is mine for them. I work a flexible schedule so I can work most anything work. Long trips, short trips, regular schedule. You name it I’ll make it work. Working in clients home is preferred over using my own home. Helping your pet to feel comfortable is my main priority and keeping their environment consistent will help that.
7. Becky H.
“Becky is awesome! She was graciously available last minute to walk my dogs and was on time, let them go at their normal pace and sent me pictures! Would highly recommend Becky to take care of your fur babies ?”
8. Devin G.
About: I have pretty open availability and do not travel that often. I have two small dogs that are playful and energetic. For as long as I can remember, dogs have been part of my life and have gotten me through anything that has ever happened to me. Bad or good. Dogs aren’t considered pets, they are family and I promise to treat your family member with the respect and love you would give yourself. I not only want to cuddle and play with your furry friend, but gain a bond. A friendship. My partner works from home as well. I would love to take any dog in my home while you are away, to either play with me or play with my very own bundles of energy, Coco and Brulee! Please let me know if I can help you out at any time! I do work M-F but have weekends off. My partner works from home and is home all day long. I do have a decent lunch and get off by 5 every day. I would feed your pups on your schedule. I take the time and energy needed to play, nourish and allow your dog to run if needed. Dogs are family and I intend on treating them this way.
9. Madeline R.
“Madeline is a responsible, friendly and caring individual. She has taken care of her own pets, worked with and cared for farm animals and pet sat for several families. She enjoys the outdoors and any opportunity to get out about. Overall, she loves pets, especially dogs! If you need a genuinely caring and reliable individual to care for your pet, she is the person you need!”
10. Holly A.
“Holly was great with our dog and our sons dog too! Great communication”
11. Sarah W.
About: I’ve own dogs, cats, horses for years. No job is too big. I used to work in veterinary medicine as a technician. I am comfortable with medications, injections, subcutaneous fluids, etc. I currently work full time at Mercy as a lab technician. I am able to stop morning and evenings around work and then more on weekends! In the client home I am very respectful of spaces and leave it as found. I will follow all rules both for myself and for your pet. Your and your pets trust, safety, and comfortableness is my number priority.
12. Heather C.
“Heather is great with animals dogs and cats alike. She makes sure they have the proper food even makes fresh homemade food and treats. Makes sure her dogs have exercise and play time outside Takes them to play parks in her area And they play with other animals. Health wise they are taken to the vet for regular check ups. She is great with other people's animals. Dog sits when needed. My pets all love her, I have three dogs and two cats. You would not go wrong using her as a helper.”
13. Emma S.
About: I have been taking care of pets since I was 10. I grew up with multiple cats to care for and have been a dog owner for 11 years. I have experience with puppies/kittens, as well as seniors who may have medical needs. I am also capable of handling high energy pets and households with multiples. I do work full-time (M-F) but have a flexible schedule. I have time in the mornings, and after 5 during the weekdays to care for your pets, and times during the day. Most weekends are very open. I know all pet parents have different rules/expectations, so I am open and happy to follow your lead on how you would need things done. I have a senior dog who is used to no crate, taking full advantage of the couches and beds :) and enjoys moderate length walks. I have had him since he was a puppy, so I am able to provide long walks, exercise time outside and crating if need be.
14. Samantha F.
“Samantha is someone I would highly recommend to take care of anyone's pets. Not only is she a responsible dog owner herself, but I have seen how amazing she is with my 2 dogs and cat. She has patience, is reliable when I have needed her to take care of them, follows instructions on their feedings/schedule, and attends to their needs with so much love. When "Aunt Sam" is visiting, my animals know they are getting special treatment and I know she would do this for everyone's animals.”
15. Tami S.
“Tami is such a wonderful person!! Very energetic, caring animal lover. She has always loved animals growing up,and she would take wonderful care of your pets”
16. Brianne B.
“Our two dogs get so excited when they see Brianne come to visit. I'm not sure who likes to play fetch more, the dogs or Brianne. Highly recommend.”
17. Genesys T.
About: I’ve had a dogs in my life, since I was a child, and was introduced to cats as I ventured into the collegiate life. As an adult I have cared for dogs primarily, but recently had the opportunity to take care of the sweetest cats! I am fairly patient with pets and like to give them as much space as they like to try to not mess up the routines, but if they are balls of energy and cuddle bugs, I am more than happy to comply! I believe that walks and healthy roaming space is good for a dog’s, development and energy, and respecting a cat to make the first move to ensure respect and comfort to their environment. I am a work from home, travel, business owner, and therefore have a lot of flexibility on my hands to be able to work anywhere! I like doing research on the neighborhoods that I’m going into if it’s a new area, and like to understand what you have available, either a dog park, or a fenced backyard, to really understand how to best care for your dog. My dog is a big ball of energy so I have learned a lot of skills to be able to make sure that they stay in their assigned spaces, I do like to keep them with me on my lap as I work, or nearby letting them enjoy a nap.
18. Natasha K.
About: I recently and unexpectedly lost my dog of 8 years. I'm not ready for a new dog just yet but miss the companionship and would love to be able to help care for someone else's best friend while they're away. Unfortunately I cannot have pets where I live so I will only be able to care for a your dog in your home. I am available day or night, 7 days a week to provide your best friend with the care they need while you are away. I am not currently employed so I have an open schedule and I'm looking to fill some of the time. Hopefully I will be able to so some of that time taking care of your best friend I will care for your pet as best as I can following your specifications and if I have any questions or concerns I will not hesitate to either call or text immediately.
19. Emma K.
About: I have had and cared for pets my entire life. Ever since I was 10, family and friends have always had me walk, feed, bathe and even train their pets. I am currently working part time and doing school online. I have a lot a free time to care for pets and would love to meet yours! I have a dog and 2 cats at home. I love to meet new pets and go for walks in new neighborhoods. I am very responsible and caring especially when it comes to animals!
20. Samantha G.
“Samantha is awesome! She is very caring and compassionate! She has 2 dogs herself who love to play with other dogs! I highly recommend her for both day and overnight care of your fur babies!”
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Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Galena on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $16 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 87 dog walkers in Galena. 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, 83% of Galena dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from dog walker to dog walker, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing dog walkers available in Galena.
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 87 dog walkers in Galena on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! We understand that each dog is unique and may require specific instructions. 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.
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.