Dog Walkers in Lakeside, VA

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Sitter Profile Image: Kristina C.
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Kristina C.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
254 reviews
55 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Henrico, VA, 23228

Kristina saved the day when I had to be at work at 6AM for a long day and my husband was out of town for work. They love her, and she treats them so well!

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Crystal F.
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Chazey J.
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$17
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4.9 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
19 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23228

Jenna, she went above and beyond her duties as a dog walker. She was very kind to Trevor, who is kennel anxiety dog. That has been in Hanover County animal shelter for way too long so this beautiful vibrant, sweet sweet dog they decided to euthanize so I have been walking him so that he won’t have kennel. Anxiety and Jen was a wonderful part of this. thank you so much and a shout out to Jenna

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Erin M.
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$10
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30 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23227

About: Not only have I owned and cared for dogs and cats my entire life, I've also fostered at the Richmond SPCA, RACC, and Sanctuary Rescue for a cumulative 13+ years. I'm highly experienced in animal behavior, nutrition, and medical needs. I do know animal CPR and I have no issue administering meds. I love animals and I am extremely familiar with their behavior. Please contact me to care for your pets so you can be stress free! I work from home which allows me to make my own hours and I can drop in any time past 9am. I am also used to pets with medical issues and can come over whenever needed to issue medicine. I keep a tidy house with many rescue cats and dogs. We have numerous litter boxes that are scooped or cleaned daily. People who come to my house are always shocked that I have cats. My dogs are kept as part of the family and have a large back yard to run around in.

Sitter Profile Image: Alyssa W.
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Alyssa W.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
165 reviews
43 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Bellevue, Richmond, VA, 23227

Alyssa is a pleasure to work with. She’s friendly and flexible. When I get home at the end of the day Mabel is always in a good place when she’s had a walk with Alyssa.

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Sitter Profile Image: Allison H.
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Allison H.
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$16
per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
3 repeat clients
24 years of experience
Scott's Addition, Richmond, VA, 23230

Did a great job with Bonnie and was very communicative

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Claire K.
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Chynna N.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
7 repeat clients
14 years of experience
North Highland Park, Richmond, VA, 23222

Chynna took great care of my Junie while I was away. She followed all instructions, sent me lots of photos, and kept me informed on how Junie was doing on their walks. I will definitely be using Chynna again for any dog sitting needs!

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Kelsey M.
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Madeline B.
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$20
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2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
The Fan, Richmond, VA, 23227

About: Being a dog and cat owner my whole life has taught me how much trust goes into leaving your pets with someone else. I have experience caring for all kinds of pets and understand the importance of patience, consistency, exercise, affection, and keeping pets on their normal routine. I have a flexible schedule amd am able to work from home. I genuinely enjoy making pet care part of my daily routine. As a dog and cat owner myself, I’m already used to feeding schedules, walks, playtime, and giving pets lots of attention and companionship throughout the day. I’m available for walks, drop-ins, overnight stays, and helping keep your pets comfortable and cared for while you’re away. I’ll always do my best to accommodate your pet’s normal routine and needs, and will treat them as if they were my own. Your pet’s safety, comfort, and happiness are my top priorities. I understand how important it is to leave your pets with someone you trust, and I treat every animal like they’re my own. I always pay close attention to routines, feeding instructions, medications, leash safety, and each pet’s unique personality and comfort level. Whether caring for pets in my home or yours, I aim to create a calm, loving, and stress-free environment where they feel safe, secure, and well cared for.

Sitter Profile Image: Kathleen N.
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Kathleen N.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
3 repeat clients
20 years of experience
The Museum District, Richmond, VA, 23221

Kate is reliable and went above and beyond to care for my pup. Very grateful for her help

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Laura S.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
346 reviews
64 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23228

Laura walked our boy three days in a row for us while one of us was out of town and one of us was at work. She was a reliable and communicative dog walker!

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Joe D.
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$25
per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
32 reviews
10 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Henrico, VA, 23228

Joe took such great care of my dog and provided great updates and pictures of her with each walk. I’d hire him again in a heartbeat.

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Sydney L.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
12 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23230

Sydney was awesome. Milo loved her! She kept us updated with tons of texts and pictures/videos during their playtime! She took great care of my boy

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Sitter Profile Image: Kayley D.
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Kayley D.
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$20
per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
405 reviews
63 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Providence Park, Richmond, VA, 23222

Kayley has been so patient and sweet to my Ellie, even when Ellie hasn’t been the sweetest to her. She makes sure the pups are as comfy and happy as can be!

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Sitter Profile Image: Sidney D.
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Sidney D.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
57 reviews
17 repeat clients
20 years of experience
The Fan, Richmond, VA, 23220

Sidney is so wonderful with our sweet pug! We trust her deeply and she is a great communicator and very flexible with our somewhat unpredictable schedules.

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Sitter Profile Image: Grace H.
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Grace H.
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$28
per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
64 reviews
17 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23228

Grace was so helpful and quick to respond to a last minute request! She took great care of Cookie and brought in some packages that were left on our porch without being asked! We will definitely be booking her again!

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Megan M.
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Theresa M.
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$19
per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
3 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23222

Very accomdating.

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Robbin S.
Sitter Profile Image: Conrad M.
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Conrad M.
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$21
per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
3 repeat clients
13 years of experience
The Fan, Richmond, VA, 23220

Absolutely love Conrad as my dog, Soy's weekly dog walker. Really appreciate his communication, flexibility, updates & pictures of Soy. Highly recommend! <3

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Mari B.
Sitter Profile Image: Morgan S.
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Morgan S.
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$18
per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
10 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Scott's Addition, Richmond, VA, 23230

Morgan was great! Would definitely with her again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Rebecca L.
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Rebecca L.
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$14
per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
10 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23228

Great interaction, no issues with a last minute booking for a late night walk.

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Shelby R.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
10 years of experience
Three Chopt, Richmond, VA, 23226

About: I’ve provided pet care for various animals for many years. I have two energetic dogs and will care for your pet as if they were my own. I understand the importance of routine and your pet’s comfort, so will ensure that instructions are followed to the letter. I have the ability to work from home so can be flexible with drop-ins to meet your needs! My availability is updated regularly and can also work with you individually to figure out care that works for you. I can approach care in your home and walks however your pet is most used to, ensuring they feel comfortable and can stick to their routine. Also let me know if there is anything else I can help with while dropping in!

Sitter Profile Image: Amanda L.
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Amanda L.
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$20
per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
5 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Henrico, VA, 23228

Amanda has been a lifesaver walking my fur baby 1-2 walks/day for 2 weeks now. She goes above and beyond to give my anxious-when-alone-pup so much love and attention while I am working long shifts. She gives great updates on how he is doing, and is so thoughtful and attuned to what he needs. Every night I come home to a happy and not anxious pup, which is such a comfort! So thankful my furbabe and I found her when we are new in town!

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Mallory has been outstanding with my very anxious children! Weekly walks and overnight stays have been a god send for my work travel! wish I could take them with me in the move! You can’t go wrong!

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Taylor B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

James was great! He was reliable, communicative, and took excellent care of my dogs while I was away. I appreciated the updates and could tell my pets were comfortable and well looked after. I would definitely book with James again.

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Madison S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

She did a great job walking my dog. She arrived on time, followed directions, and took good care of him.

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Ursula G.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

Madeline is very kind. My beagle took to her right away. She texts you any updates in advance and asks questions. We look forward to her assistance!

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Rebecca G.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

We really really value Kristina's dedication to our dogs. She's super communicative and prompt. She also leaves the funniest report cards (and takes the best photos). Thank you Kristina!!

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Amanda P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Gillian has been a reliable and communicative dog walker. She is always on time or lets me know if she's running a tad late. She reports on the walk, and I feel as if I can trust her with my precious pup.

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Dawn T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I love this dog walker and more importantly my dog is crazy about her! She came in today and before I could get his harness on he broke to get to her!

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Catherine C.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

We have used Collette multiple times now and she has been a terrific help, always responds on time and is reasonably priced which is much appreciated. I would definitely recommend:)

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Mary B.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

Consistent and no bs. Is generally flexible with scheduling and accommodating my ever changing needs as a business owner. Grateful for the help.

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hayden m.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

Wonderful experience. Niely took very good care of our boy. Very professional and thorough. Highly recommend!

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Amanda B.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

Virginia has been very friendly, communicative, and reliable! She made everything easy and stress-free as I know I can trust her to walk Rory. I definitely recommend her services and will absolutely be reaching out in the future!

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Ursula G.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

Alexandra is the best!!!! Always on time and gives my pup love and attention. She also sends tons of photos which we always love!

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Kate R.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

Jessica did a great job walking our Australian Shepherd! It was my first time using Rover and she made it super easy. She was right on time, professional, and friendly. Will definitely be reaching out to Jessica next time I need helping walking my dog! Thanks Jessica!!

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Annie N.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sierra is amazing with my pups. You can see in the photos she sends how much they love her and her kids. I also really appreciate how responsive she is and how thoughtful her messages are.

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Taylor S.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

Rebecca was super responsive and friendly. Winston had a great time on his walk and I will definitely book her again! She sent several photos and a detailed report card. Knowing Winston was with her made it easier being away from him

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Sarah S.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

Steven has helped us a few times now. He is always extremely responsive, responsible and the dogs love him! (The cats don't talk as much but I'm pretty sure they think he's fine.) We are so grateful to have Steven to help us. He took our oldest dog out for a walk by herself and then came back and got the other, more rambunctious ones!

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Kara K.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

Linsey is truly a dog lover and I was so glad to find her right in my neighborhood! Punctual and very responsible!

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Melanie C.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

Really appreciated Hannah to walk Nisha soon after work. Hannah is very responsive to Nisha, and Nisha was content with her walk with Hannah. I sure will have Hannah return to walk Nisha another day. God bless you Hannah.

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Promila R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Max is my dog’s favorite! I started a new job that requires a much longer commute, so he’s been walking Junie every week day for a couple of weeks now. He is very responsive, arrives on time, sends pictures, and is very patient with my neurotic dog. She loves Max! I highly recommend him!

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Alyssa L.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

Thank you for taking care of our husky! Tess was super timely and really worked aurora out each visit… will be booking again :) !!

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Alea K.
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Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Lakeside 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 2,277 dog walkers in Lakeside. 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 Lakeside dog walkers respond in under an hour.

Dog walkers in Lakeside 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 Lakeside.

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 2,277 dog walkers in Lakeside on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Lakeside, 94% 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.