Dog Walkers in Lake Forest, CA
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“Reinaldo has been a great help walking my dog. He’s always on time and keep accurate and timely communication if there is a conflict in the schedule. He also take great photos for my dog during walk too. I am so grateful I found Reinaldo as my dog walker.”


“Amazing! My fear reactive dog, Toby, loves Kianna so much and my Cassie is the same! They are sad for hours after she leaves and look for her each day. Just amazing how quickly they took to her! She is a new member of our pack!”


About: I’ve taken care of dogs for more than 7 years, from puppy to senior dogs, including fostering dogs from shelter. I love spending time with them and get to know more about doggies every day. I’m working from home, so have plenty time to take care of your doggies. My husband and I split the dog daily routines, where he take them for a longer after work, and I take them for morning potty breaks. I have a front yard and a back dog run. within my community, there are dog parks nearby and lots of green spaces for dog walk and explore

About: I am a lifelong animal owner and lover, with a year of prior dog-walking and pet sitting experience. I am passionate about bringing as much joy to the animals we are so fortunate to share this life as they bring to us. I always go the extra mile (sometimes literally) to make sure our critters are fully enjoying their time with me. I go out of my way to make a simple walk or home visit as mentally stimulating and relaxing as possible. I have extensive knowledge of cat and dog care of all ages, as well as exotics such as reptiles and fish. I’m also a professional horticulturist, happy to offer some plant love as well! 🐱🐶🐠🪴💖 My current availability: Monday: Available before 9am, and after 7pm. Tuesday: Available all day. Wednesday: Available all day. Thursday: Available after 5pm. Friday: Available after 5pm. Saturday: Available before 9am, and after 7pm. Sunday: Available before 9am, and after 7pm. While visiting a client’s home for pet care, I always ensure to make my presence known (with treats at the ready) to avoid startling any furry friend. I ensure that all possible exits are secured before taking a dog out of their crate, or before a daring kitty has the urge to harass the local bird population. Your pet’s safety, contentment, and happiness are always my absolute highest priority. I will do everything I can to adhere to that standard for yours and your pet’s peace of mind!

“I have been hiring Julie as my dog walker. She quickly has become a best friend to my dog. She’s really easy to work with and communicate. I don’t know how she does it but she is capable of taking best picture for my dog! I am paying for the dog walking but getting nice pictures as a bonus!”


About: I have helped care for pets for friends and families for several years, I enjoy doing it on my free time, I can come to play with them to get energy out, walk them outside for fresh air, or just relax with them in the house. Let me care for your fur baby while you are away! I have free time outside of work on Friday afternoons and weekends. I would like a few days notice but I am usually around on weekends to be available for pet care. No overnight stays. In my clients home I will work with whatever environment they prefer and follow the rules, let me know what makes your pet most comfortable and happy while I am there, happy to do it!

“Michele is our go to dog walker! She takes great care of Lucy and helps us feed her dinner and leave lights on after dark. Michele also takes a lot of photos of Lucy so we know she's doing well.”



About: I have taken care of dogs and cats since I can remember. I have always grown up in a home full of a fur family! I have a very open and flexible schedule for you and your fur babies. I am willing to accommodate and help where I can :) I care for pets as my own. I hope to create a safe environment for you and your pets. I send lots of pictures and updates!

“Hello-The boys had a great walk yesterday. I'm sure they are looking forward to many more.”


“Bradey was very responsive to my questions, easy to communicate with. Sent great pics and updates of our pets, 3 yo Lab/Pitt mix & middle aged cat. Took our dog on 30 minute walks AM/PM and tracked each time. Bradey offered to meet us before we left town to make sure she was a good fit. We will be using her services again on our next trip out of town.”


About: I've taken care of my little Maltipoo Charlie dog for 6 years since he was 13 weeks old. I've also taken care of all my friends' dogs and cats while out of town-- both staying at their place or checking in or having them stay over at my place. The pets have ranged from young to older dogs and cats. Commuting is no problem and I'm ready to help however I can. I can definitely take photos or videos if you want during the time I'm with them. I love going on walks and runs with dogs too so if you want an extra workout for your pup to tire them out a little, I can do that! Let me know and I'll see if I can accommodate anything. I currently work from home and would love more excuses to get out of the house. I also miss having a dog around since I don't have my Charlie dog around anymore. I take photos and spoil them as much as I'm allowed! I keep to the tasks needed and will follow whatever guidelines given. I have a patio as well so if weather permits, they can come in and out as they please.

“My dog is a pretty apprehensive of new people, but Anna managed to get along with her perfectly! It was great to see my dog enjoy walking with people other than family; Anna is someone I trust. She always arrives on time and communicates really well.”


About: I’ve had pets of my own since I was a little girl and have always treated them with the love and respect like they deserve. I’ve raised a puppy of my own during COVID which was humbling but extremely rewarding as he is truly the best boy and now my best friend. I’ve been around dogs of all ages all my life and understand that each dog is different, each with their own personality, just like us humans. I have the love and patience it takes to understand dogs and know that it’s not always easy for them to express themselves, body language being a huge thing I look at. Owning an orange tabbycat of my own, I also have experience with understanding a cat’s needs and although they can be more skiddish, they seek and deserve just as much care and attention. I hope I have the opportunity to help you to take care of your pet in whatever way I can, and trust that they are under my safe and full supervision. I’m currently working full time but am available and eager to help you with your pets on afternoons, nights and weekends. Whatever your pet’s needs are, I’m happy to help. I have a small dog and cat of my own at home, so I can understand how much caution goes into owning and taking care of a pet. My priority is making pets feel comfortable and safe in a place where they can both have fun and relax, because we all deserve to feel that peace at home. As a pet parent, I always check that risky items are stored away so that there’s less room for error, that there’s always access to food and water (unless instructed otherwise of course!) and that fun toys are in reach!

About: Hi there! As the go-to pet sitter for friends, family, and referrals, I bring many years of trusted experience looking after pets and homes with genuine love and care. I’m reliable, communicative, and I genuinely enjoy building connections with both pets and their people! My experience includes caring for pets of all ages, sizes, and personalities. Whether it’s overnight care, daily drop-ins, medication administration, etc., it is important to me that your pets’ daily needs are met, and that their routines remain consistent while they’re humans are away. Would love to connect and support your needs!🤗 I do not work on the weekends, and my work schedule during the week allows for flexibility. My flexible work schedule allows me to adjust hours, as well as work remote if needed. I am able to go into the office later, leave the office earlier, or come & go throughout the day to tend to the needs of your pet. I like to be aware of the routine/care you already have in place for your pet, and implement that same care for them while you are away.

“The Doodles and I really enjoyed our time with Vy. I walked with her the first time as the feeding and walking can be complicated. And Charlie is a puppy and can be a challenge. Looking forward to the next dog walking session.”


“David is a good communicator, very responsible and follows directions very well. My dogs really like both David and his brother Carlos who helps him. I hope to use David’s dog walking service again.”


About: Hello there! I'm passionate about dogs and proud to be a devoted dog owner for 12 wonderful years. I've had the joy of raising my furry companion from an adorable puppy to an old senior. Alongside caring for my dog, I've happily taken on the role of a neighborhood dog enthusiast, often lending a helping hand to my neighbors by taking their canine friends for walks. As a kid, these experiences fueled my love for dogs. I look forward to meeting more beloved four-legged friends! I'm currently an online college student with a lot of time on my hands. Usually, my weekends are busy spending time with family, but if a weekend is open I'll update my availability. I have a walled backyard and an open front yard, both perfect for relaxing and playing with my friendly dog. Our neighbors also have sociable dogs, creating a welcoming community of furry friends. We're lucky to have numerous dog parks nearby, as well as a one-mile-long creek park for delightful walks.

About: My whole life I’ve always had a passion for animals and taking care of them would be a dream to me. Pets light up my world and inspire me with their unique personalities. I am available to work around schedules and am free to work whenever as of now. Preferably any time after 10 am will work best for me. I am also available on weekends. I always show animals love and affection and make sure their needs are met. I am good at knowing what they need and picking up on their signs.

About: Hello, my name is Shayla and I can't wait to work with you and your fuzzy friend. I have experience taking care of dogs for about 8 years, having sat for my friend's dogs multiple times when they go out of town. I have experience feeding, playing, cleaning up after, administering medication (pills only, not shots), and walking. I also have 10 + years experience caring for cats and have owned a few over the years. I can also assist in any house sitting needs you might have like taking in the mail, cleaning, watering plants, taking out garbage, and light laundry. I do hope you'll think of me the next time you go out of town and need a friendly human to take care of your pets! I am free after 6pm Mondays through Thursdays and have open availability Fridays, Saturdays, & Sundays. I work an office job during weekdays (minus Fridays) so I am only free after 6pm but if I'm doing a house sitting/ pet sitting for a week or longer, before and after work as well as during my lunch break at noon is devoted to pet care. I make sure they are taken care of by having fresh food and water in their bowls, taking them on walks, and treating them as if they were my own pets; with love and cuddles.


“Carley has been absolutely amazing with our littermate lab puppies. She has been able to evaluate their personalities and learning styles to fit their consistent exercise routines. She has been extremely professional in her all of our business transactions and has been respectful of our Rover days, times and pup requirements and needs. Our relationship with Carley has been an excellent match.”

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1. Reinaldo P.

“Reinaldo has been a great help walking my dog. He’s always on time and keep accurate and timely communication if there is a conflict in the schedule. He also take great photos for my dog during walk too. I am so grateful I found Reinaldo as my dog walker.”


2. Kianna H.

“Amazing! My fear reactive dog, Toby, loves Kianna so much and my Cassie is the same! They are sad for hours after she leaves and look for her each day. Just amazing how quickly they took to her! She is a new member of our pack!”


3. Xiaochang Z.
“I cannot recommend Lucy enough for her amazing care of my four foster huskies over the years! Her kindness and patience are unmatched, and she has this incredible ability to gently guide them to do exactly what she wants (no small feat with stubborn huskies). Not only did she keep them happy and exercised, but she even went the extra mile to bathe and de-shed them, leaving them looking and smelling better than when I left. And it’s not just dogs but Lucy is great with cats and rabbits, making her the perfect sitter for any pet parent. If you’re looking for someone who will go above and beyond for your pets, Lucy is the one!”


4. David B.
“I have trusted David with my pets for years. He is extremely kind, intuitive, and loving with both humans and pets, and I highly recommend him as a pet caregiver!”


5. Julie E.

“I have been hiring Julie as my dog walker. She quickly has become a best friend to my dog. She’s really easy to work with and communicate. I don’t know how she does it but she is capable of taking best picture for my dog! I am paying for the dog walking but getting nice pictures as a bonus!”


6. Natalie T.
“Natalie is awesome. She’s cared for my 2 fur babies numerous times and they were always well taken care of. Natalie has always made me feel comfortable and confident that my fur babies are in good hands. She’ll be a great edition to the rover team.”


7. Michele W.

“Michele is our go to dog walker! She takes great care of Lucy and helps us feed her dinner and leave lights on after dark. Michele also takes a lot of photos of Lucy so we know she's doing well.”




8. Lilah E.
“Lilah is a huge dog lover . And has been watching dogs since she was a little girl. She great with my bernadoodle he gets so excited when he see her. She will definitely treat your dog like it is her. Child I highly recommend Lilah you will not be disappointed”


9. Hoai B.

“Hello-The boys had a great walk yesterday. I'm sure they are looking forward to many more.”


10. Bradey S.

“Bradey was very responsive to my questions, easy to communicate with. Sent great pics and updates of our pets, 3 yo Lab/Pitt mix & middle aged cat. Took our dog on 30 minute walks AM/PM and tracked each time. Bradey offered to meet us before we left town to make sure she was a good fit. We will be using her services again on our next trip out of town.”


11. Elaine M.
“Elaine is a caring and compassionate person. She has a lot of love for creatures all shapes and sizes. She will do her best to care for your animals! She has watched over my dogs and cat several times and I always felt safe knowing they were in the right hands. She followed all the instructions I gave and went above and beyond the call of duty! She is the right kind of person that you want to trust with your precious animals. Never fear, Elaine is here!”


12. Anna M.

“My dog is a pretty apprehensive of new people, but Anna managed to get along with her perfectly! It was great to see my dog enjoy walking with people other than family; Anna is someone I trust. She always arrives on time and communicates really well.”


13. Crystal H.
“Crystal is the sweetest doggie caregiver ever . She took care of our 4 month old Golden Retriever during a weekend getaway we had pre planned before adopting our pup . She was so flexible and willing to care for Annie even though she wasn’t fully house trained . I appreciated her periodic updates and responsiveness . I will continue to reach out to her for any future boarding needs.”


14. Lauren H.
“We had Lauren dog sit our 3 doodles for a weekend and she was amazing! She checked in daily with cute pics of the pups and the dogs were comfortable with her from the moment she met them. We will definitely use her again in the future.”


15. Vy N.

“The Doodles and I really enjoyed our time with Vy. I walked with her the first time as the feeding and walking can be complicated. And Charlie is a puppy and can be a challenge. Looking forward to the next dog walking session.”


16. David K.

“David is a good communicator, very responsible and follows directions very well. My dogs really like both David and his brother Carlos who helps him. I hope to use David’s dog walking service again.”


17. Anna J.
“Ever since we adopted our dog from the pet store, my daughter has been dedicated to loving and caring for her. During her upbringing, she took on the responsibility of walking not only our dog but also our neighbor's dogs around the neighborhood. Using instructional videos, she trained our dog to perform numerous tricks. Now, as she has grown older and more capable, she is eager to expand her experiences by caring for other dogs. Her passion for dogs and her wealth of experiences make her well equipped for the responsibility.”


18. Anika S.
About: My whole life I’ve always had a passion for animals and taking care of them would be a dream to me. Pets light up my world and inspire me with their unique personalities. I am available to work around schedules and am free to work whenever as of now. Preferably any time after 10 am will work best for me. I am also available on weekends. I always show animals love and affection and make sure their needs are met. I am good at knowing what they need and picking up on their signs.


19. Shayla C.
“Our dogs love Shayla and nothing speaks more highly of her pet care services than that! She has cared for them on a number of occasions and also housesits for us occasionally. We highly recommend Shayla to take excellent care of your 4-legged family members! We like and trust her.”




20. Carley C.


“Carley has been absolutely amazing with our littermate lab puppies. She has been able to evaluate their personalities and learning styles to fit their consistent exercise routines. She has been extremely professional in her all of our business transactions and has been respectful of our Rover days, times and pup requirements and needs. Our relationship with Carley has been an excellent match.”
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Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Lake Forest on Rover as of Jun 2025 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 Jun 2025, there are 6,685 dog walkers in Lake Forest. 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, 85% of Lake Forest dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest.
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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- A map of their walk with total distance
- Pee, poo, food, and water breaks
- Cute photos and a personalized note
There are 6,685 dog walkers in Lake Forest on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Lake Forest, 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.
