Dog Walking in Mechanicsville

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

Ursula G.

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.

“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!”

Kelsey M.

“Shannon was so great! She was to coordinate with and went the extra mile to make sure our 2 dogs were walked and cared for. Thank you Shannon”

Sydney S.

“Lynn is such a treasure! Our pups absolutely love her and she's the most reliable and trustworthy pet sitter we've ever had! Thank you, Lynn!”

Stephanie B.

“Kayley is wonderful! I am so happy to have her walk my dog Bilbo during the day, especially during the winter months. He liked her instantly and was very happy to walk with her. I highly recommend her!”

Margaret D.

“Rachel has been my weekly sitter for about 3 months now, my pup and I both love her!!! I’ve seen a huge change in my dogs personality of being much happier since Rachel came into our lives. She takes him on nice LONG walks, takes great pictures, and is so so sweet and understanding of schedule changes. You will not be disappointed in having her watch your fur babies!!”

Ebony O.

“Very accomdating.”

Robbin S.

“She’s good with our dogs, I would recommend her”

Monica H.

“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.”

Parker S.

About: I have taken care of dogs of all sizes, some cats, and even a tortoise! I love spending time with animals and have no issue cleaning up any messes they may make. I enjoy being outside, going on walks/hikes, and playing with animals! I have always had several pets in my household and have experience taking care of many of my friends and family’s pets for extended periods of time. I’d love to spend time with your pets! I’m currently home for the summer and outside of an online class and some pet-sitting for family and friends my schedule is pretty much open. I spend time with my pets both inside and outside, especially when it’s nice out. We have a puppy that’s about 1.5 years old who absolutely loves to play fetch outside and with any of her numerous toys inside the house. Our older dog is content to just chill on the couch and go on walks with us but is a joy nonetheless. I am happy to take your pets for walks in your neighborhood or to local trails and dog parks.

“Cynthia was amazing with my dog and was great with keeping us updated on how he was doing. Thank you so much for taking such good care of our boy!!!!”

Lauren W.

“I have an anxious rescue (Sir Kitt) and Kirby has been absolutely wonderful with her! When we started, Kitt had to be coaxed to walk. She was so scared of everyone. Recently, Kitt has come out of her chill spot when she hears Kirby come in! Kirby is wonderful with her and we will be booking again.”

Wylie C.

About: Hi everyone! My name is Allison, and I am currently a student at UMW home for summer break. I’m looking forward to spending time with pets while also enjoying a fun side hustle doing something I truly love. I’ve grown up around animals my entire life and have full responsibility for my dog, Cooper, a Goldendoodle. I also have three Maine Coon cats who keep life entertaining! This summer, I will continue regularly walking my neighbor’s dogs, something I’ve been doing for about two years now. Animals bring me so much joy, and I genuinely love being around and caring for pets of all kinds. I would love the opportunity to care for your furry family members and make sure they feel happy, safe, and loved while you’re away! I’m a college student at home, working a part-time serving job. I have lots of free time to spend with y’all’s pets! I’m patient, caring, and love giving pets the attention they deserve. Whether it’s playtime, cuddles, or just keeping them company, I’m here to make sure your furry friends feel happy and loved while you’re away. I plan to visit people’s homes to walk their dogs and stay if needed. I am extremely respectful and mindful of everyone’s property, and I will treat each home with the same care and respect as I would my own.

About: My first business venture, in elementary school, started with posting flyers in my neighborhood for my dog-walking business, to prove to my parents that I could take care of a family dog if we were to get one. It worked; we got our first family dog, and have been a dog family ever since! Now I have my own golden retriever named Koa who is the light of my life, loves coming with me anywhere he is allowed, and has yet to meet a stranger. I always have a surplus of love to give, especially when it comes to animals, and my post-pandemic job now provides me with plenty of flexibility. Let me love on your fur baby, too! My job is very flexible, so it’s easy for me to add things to my agenda day-of. I enjoy the spontaneity and adventure of this side-hustle. When you’re not home, your dog misses you. I’m just there to make them feel safe and connected to someone in the meantime. I take that responsibility seriously.

“Came home to a sweet, relaxed Pup. Thanks for the visit! Always appreciate your feedback after the walk along with all the other things that you do for our Pup.”

Terry C.

About: I’ve taken care of dogs, cats, and even reptiles Do Ithey have Special needs? Need walking? Need cuddles for them? A little training reinforcement? Experienced with puppies too I currently work at home with a very flexible schedule. My home is very well set up so that I can keep my eye on them if they need to be created, no worries I have one crate. I have a fenced in yard and lots of walking trails in my neighborhood. I am dependable, love to send you pictures and willlove them like my own.

“Stephanie & her family went above & beyond to care for my dog Nala. Very kind & would love to book with her again.”

Kamariaakira J.

“Emily was great, very quick to respond to messages and even sent us a picture of our pup when she was walking. We will definitely be using her again for any of our dog walking needs.”

Jason & Becca L.

About: I’ve been dog-sitting for about 5 years now. I’ve mainly taken care of small to medium sized dogs but I’m open to looking after larger dogs as well. I am very reliable and have a lot of energy to keep your dog entertained throughout the day. I love going for walks and and going to dog parks if allowed by the owner. I live in an apartment and it’s dog-friend and the apartment has a dog area where they can relieve themselves. I live in a studio apartment but there’s plenty of open space where your pup can lounge around. I’m very attentive of your dogs needs, so I stay on top of taking them out for walks and making sure their water bowl is kept full and following their feeding schedule. Also open to grooming and showering your dog, especially if they are staying overnight with me. If your pup is energetic and loves to play we will be a great match!!