Dog Walking Waterford
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About: While I don't have any professional experience, I have lived with various animals my whole life. I love taking great care of my pets by making sure they receive lots of love, attention, patience or whatever they may need in the moment. Ill do the same while taking care of yours.🤍 I am a recent graduate, currently trying to secure a full time job. Doing pet care on the side, I am available most days between 9-3pm. Just like with my cat, I will make sure your pet is fed, bowls/trays are cleaned and they get the attention they need. I pay attention to any signs of health issues and I am always available to let you know how they are doing. I strongly believe the owner gets to make every decision about their pet, so I will make sure to listen to your instructions and follow them out strictly. While I do own a pet, I am not able to provide the service of caring for one in my home due to landlord restrictions.
About: Hey there 🐾 petlovers. I’m an experienced and compassionate pet sitter with a soft spot for dogs, cats, rabbits, and more. Got a shy pet? No problem! I have a knack for winning over nervous animals, thanks to my volunteering in my spare time with shelter and rescue pets. My flexible schedule means I'm ready to become your pet's new best friend. Choose your perfect plan: - Short visits (1-2 hours) - All-day fun (flexible hours) - Overnight companionship in your home A peaceful retreat: My home offers a safe and quiet location for your pet, featuring an enclosed garden with lush green grass and friendly neighbours. Since I enjoy traveling, my services are available in different locations throughout Ireland. I am experienced with administering injections and have a keen eye for spotting early health concerns. I look forward to meeting your furry friends! 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 My schedule is highly flexible, allowing me to prioritize your pet’s specific meal times and routines without stress. Whether it’s a quick drop-in or an overnight stay, I organize my daily life around providing consistent and reliable care for your pet. I prioritize a stress-free environment by following your pat’s established routine and ensuring all spaces are secure and "pat-proofed." Whether in my quiet home or yours, I maintain high safety standards and provide frequent photo updates so you can have total peace of mind.
About: Full-time animal lover hoping to help you take care of your pet! I have a great deal of experience pet-sitting in other people's homes all over Ireland for up to 5 weeks while they are away. These pet-sits have included various animals including dogs and cats to birds, fish, and reptiles. They also included rescues and animals with medical regimens, so I am well used to providing care for animals with additional physical or psychological needs. I am a psychologist by trade, and believe I am equally as attentive in spotting early signs of distress in animals. I love to hike and do jiu jitsu, so and am well able to walk any number and size of pet. I know how much exercise some pets need, so am more than willing to take your pets on longer walks or hikes of up to 5-6 hours. I have taken my own and friend's dogs hiking several times in the past, and they always have the time of their lives! I have a lifetime of animal care behind me, growing up on a farm with cattle, sheep, pigs, dogs, cats, rabbits, fish, and chickens. My dad is also an animal pregnancy scanner, so I am used to all sorts of animals! I used to work part-time for a pet farm, gaining experience in the care of everything from alpacas to emus, goats, rabbits, geese, and ferrets. My family had an old english sheepdog growing up, so I am well-used to basic grooming. My aunt used to keeps bees and I helped her growing up, crystalising this as a dream of mine for the future. I live in a shared house, so unfortunately cannot offer services in my home. However, I am more than happy to take your pet for a walk somewhere close to your home, to drop-in to your pet while you are away, or stay in your home for 24-hour care. Happy to meet you and your pets before we start working together to ensure that we are a match. Feel free to message me and we can discuss what plan will work best for you and your pet :) I am currently working part-time as a psychology researcher with flexible hours. I then provide pet services with my remaining hours, or if you want me to stay at your house I might bring my laptop with me. When in your home I will respect the needs of your pet, as outlined by you. I am happy to stay for longer durations and beyond Waterford if needed.
About: Hi! I’m a responsible and caring animal lover living in Waterford. I have experience walking small and medium-sized dogs, and I have a cat back home in Spain, so I understand how important it is to give pets love, attention and patience. I enjoy spending time outdoors and making sure every dog feels safe, happy and comfortable during their walk. I will always follow your pet’s routine and treat them with the same care and respect as if they were my own. I’m reliable, punctual and happy to send photo updates after every walk, so you can have peace of mind while you’re away. I look forward to meeting you and your furry friend! I’m currently working part time , so just let me know when you need the service and we will talk , thanks , I love pets all types ❤️🐶 I will let all tidy and clean , also I am Very humble and patient with pets ❤️🐱 Any questions please feel free to ask me , available 24h Waterford city
About: I’ve always had a huge love for dogs and have plenty of experience caring for my own and family and friends dogs. My own dog is very much part of the family and even sleeps on my bed, so I’m all about making dogs feel loved, comfortable and at home. I’ll treat your furry friend with the same love, patience and care I give my own! 🐾❤️ I have a flexible schedule and am hoping to build pet sitting and dog walking into a full-time career, allowing me to dedicate my time and attention to the animals in my care. I’m also keen to attend courses and develop my knowledge and skills further so I can provide the best possible care and make every pet feel safe, happy and loved. 🐾 Your pet’s safety, comfort and happiness will always be my priority. I understand how important it is to trust someone with a much-loved family member, and I’ll treat your pet with the same care and affection I give my own. I’ll always respect your home, follow your pet’s usual routines and make sure they feel safe, settled and comfortable in their familiar environment. I’m also happy to provide regular updates and photos for your peace of mind. 🐾❤️
About: Hello! As a veterinary nurse i would love to mind your cats while you're away! It can be so stressful for a cat to be in a carrier, transported to an unfamiliar location and then be in an unfamiliar environment while you're away. The beauty of this service is they get to stay at home in the comfort of what they know with very little stress. I worked for Noel Fitzpatrick (The supervet) for 4 years in the UK and it was an amazing experience. I learnt so much and got to experience nursing at the highest level. And that care, love and attention is what I'll be bringing to this service! I'm happy to drive so please reach out to check if I can cat sit for you, even if the app shows I am outside your area :)
About: I currently have two cats that I care for every day, including feeding them, cleaning their litter trays, grooming them, playing with them, and making sure they are happy, comfortable, and healthy. I also had two small dogs for many years, which gave me experience caring for dogs and understanding their needs. I am comfortable handling and caring for dogs of different sizes. I have also spent time looking after ponies that were borrowed from a local farmer and kept on our land. My role involved providing them with fresh water, checking on them, and keeping them company while they were in our care. I really enjoy being around animals and take pride in making sure they feel safe, cared for, and well looked after. I work fully remotely, giving your pet plenty of attention. I'm available before work, at lunch, after work, and weekends for walks, playtime, feeding, and cuddles. Your pet's safety comes first. I have a spacious, secure home with separate areas for pets, barred windows, secure doors, and can provide essentials if needed.
About: I've had a multitude of pets growing up, I did work in a pet shop and dog groomer as an assistant. I am confident with my abilities with dogs. I have 2 dogs at home, one large and one small, so I am well aquatinted with their needs. Any temperament and needs are completely welcomed and accommodated I have a pretty open and easy going schedule, I am on summer break before I go to college so a pet care job would be perfect as I have lots of free time to care for them. In the next year I am hoping to go and do an animal handling course so I would love to get some more experience in before then. Since I have animals at home myself as well as a large family housing you're pets isn't something I'm currently accommodating, but I am more then open to any other kind of service I can provide.
The median cost per walk for dog walking in Waterford is €15
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Leah looked after Lexi for a week while we were away. She gave her a good run each day ( something lexi really needs) and kept us updated on how she was getting on. Very punctual and communicative throughout and gave us piece of mind that lexi was happy. Sent plenty of photos of our happy dog
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The average cost of Dog Walking in Waterford on Rover is €16 per walk as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between €6 and €24 per walk.
Walkers set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the pri ce s hown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of October 2026, there are 47 Walkers on Rover offering Dog Walking across the city of Waterford. About 82% typically respond to requests within 60 minutes.
Enter your address and booking dates to see which sitters are available near you. You can also message multiple sitters to improve your chances of finding the right care.
Whether you want a solo or group walk depends on your dog's personality. Solo walks can be beneficial for dog parents with reactive dogs, puppies, or dogs who are anxious around unfamiliar animals. Many dog walkers on Rover offer private, one-to-one walking services.
Group walks are a good fit for social dogs who enjoy structured walks. If your dog prefers the energy of a group stroll, ask your dog walker about group walks in your Waterford. Since all dog walkers are local, they may have a neighbourhood dog who is a good walking companion to yours.
<b>Tip:</b> Keep in mind that many cities require your dog walker to have a permit or licence for group walks.
For dog walking bookings, your dog walker can send a Rover Card with details about your dog’s walk. Rover Cards require at least one photo and may include a map of the walking route , the total walk time and distance, and any pee or poo breaks recorded by the walker.
The route map lets you review where your dog was walked in Waterford after the booking. It is not live GPS tracking.
Have specific details you would like included? Message your dog walker in the app before the walk begins.
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes dedicated customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement programme for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Every walker must complete an identity verification process before listing their services on Rover. This process checks that the sitter’s identity matches their provided documents.
Identity verification doesn't assess a sitter’s experience or suitability for your pet. To see if a sitter is the right fit, you can review each sitter's profile for ratings, verified reviews, repeat pet owner information and care style. We also recommend arranging a Meet & Greet to discuss your pet’s needs and make sure the walker is the right fit before booking.
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Yes, you can find sitters who have experience administering medication or managing dietary requirements. You can also find pet sitters who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When contacting your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and request a Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who've never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover, but you're welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you've previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.
Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you're booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your walker interacts with your pet or the new environment.
During the Meet & Greet, you'll have a chance to go through your pet's routine, medical needs and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your walker questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. A Meet & Greet is a great way to prepare your pet and walker for longer or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first Meet & Greet .
Yes, Rover is well-suited for last-minute bookings for Dog Walking. With 47 Walkers in Waterford, 35% respond to messages in under 5 minutes.
Many sitters keep their calendars updated in real time and you can message multiple sitters simultaneously to find the fastest available match. If you need care in the next 24 hours, you can look for sitters with a 'calendar last updated' notice on their profiles.
Walkers on Rover set their own cancellation policy , which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three- or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.
Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-in visits, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12.00 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our booking protection will kick in. This means you'll get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement walker.
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