Dog Walkers in Merriman, MT

“Briana was great! She was gentle and sweet with our sometimes shy, sometimes exuberant shepherd mix. He seemed to love her immediately at the meet and greet, which is unusual. When she came to run him, she quickly noticed he seemed tired from the heat that day so went easy on him and hung out with him at home instead. We will definitely be using her again!”

Ariel F.

About: I have been a dog lover, my whole life. My daughter, Maggie is actually named after my first dog! We have a three year-old great Dane mix that loves having friends over! If your dog would not love that we also have an outdoor kennel we offer in our home, one on one dog sitting and outdoor kennel stays in the front pasture. Our five horses are on site. We are five minutes from Gardiner at the north entrance to Yellowstone. The next closest kennel is 40 minutes north of us one way. Our property houses for vacation cabin rentals- LittleTrailCreekCabins. I am on site pretty much every day. I may be doing yard work or cleaning one of our vacation rentals. I occasionally will drive to Gardiner or Livingston. We have the outdoor kennel in the front pasture. It has a partial roof and fenced in area. We also have dog treats inside the garage or if your pop would like they are welcome to hang out with me and my dog for the day which could include doing yardwork, going for a walk, going for a ride in the car, or at one of our vacation cabins. I am a retired nurse of 25 years.

About: I have had all kinds of pets my whole life! I live with a cat and two lovely dogs and we are excited for company! I have recently moved to working much less and I have more time to do the things I love! My new nine to five is dogs dogs dogs! I have a big fenced yard and two wonderful dogs to keep your furry friends company! I have private rooms for boarding and crates if needed and because I live on site I will always be in reach of our loved ones.

“Austen was excellent with my puppy! Hope to use her again”

C S.

About: I love all animals no matter the breed, age, size, or medical history. I’m always thrilled to meet another 4 legged (or 2/3 legged) friend and get to know their unique personalities. I’ve been around animals my whole life and couldn’t have imagined it any other way. I’m fortunate to have been raised with labs, a schnauzer, many cats, and other various animals. I’m home for a few months finding side gigs (like caring for your furry friend) and raising money for my nonprofit currently operating in West Africa. My schedule is very flexible - weekdays, weekends, holidays (usually), late nights, early mornings, whenever! I occasionally visit friends in North Idaho, so feel free to reach out to know if my availability is up to date :) I’m big on giving treats but always follows the owner’s preferences and instructions. Each animal has their own needs and I do my best to provide for them however I can.

About: I absolutely adore dogs my favorite breed is golden retrievers I have one at home named ivy rose. I’ve had a dog ever since I was born and they have always been my pride and joy and I’ve always looked for a way I can help other while not only getting paid but doing it with animals I love. I bring top notch care, respect, loyalty, and perfection when it comes to doing whatever service I may be able to assist you in. Thanks for checking out my profile! As of right now during the summer I’m completely free and I will be going into college as well. I have a really open schedule and can fit almost anything and work around almost anything’s I have a very safe household that’s quiet and cool and is super easy to play in or be comfortable in as well as a GIANT grass field just right outside my door if your dog loves to play catch or run they will be in heaven.

About: I am great at earning dogs trust, and I always make sure they get enough fun! I am also happy to help with some training! I have a flexible schedule so I can work around you and your dogs needs! I am happy to make special accommodations whenever possible. I aim to please! I am happy to take the dogs on walks, to the park, or throw the ball in the backyard! I'll make sure your dog looks forward to future visits!

“Awesome - Ashley was great - made bring my pup on our trip possible - thank you thank you”

Ali and Matt D.

About: Hello! I’m a dog trainer who recently relocated to Bozeman, and I’m here to help care for your pets as I establish my business and get to know the community! I have a large, fenced backyard and two friendly, playful dogs. I’ve done independent, private dog training for the past two years and am excited to turn it into my full-time career. I have apprenticed under Peak Dog Training in NM, fostered and rehabilitated dogs with behavioral issues, and worked with animal shelters in WY, UT, and NM. Let me know what kind of care you’re looking for- I’m excited to meet you and your dogs! I am blessed to have a flexible schedule! If your dog is boarding with me, I will always be there to supervise and give them lots of love. Your dog will live alongside me and my dogs, joining in on our day-to-day activities. My lessons outside of my home last an hour, so your dog won’t be unattended longer than 1.5hrs. I will often bring dogs with me to lessons if they seem like they will enjoy it, and on any outings my dogs and I take! I don’t kennel dogs or separate them from me unless they enjoy sleeping in a kennel or if the owner requests it. I have a dog camera, so if I ever need to leave your dog for a short period of time, I will be updated if they are barking or uncomfortable. Typically the dogs I board are with me 24/7, and I treat them like one of my own dogs. I have a large, fully fenced in back yard and two very friendly dogs your pup can play with! I will do supervised dog intros and never leave your dog unattended. We take lots of hikes and walks, so if your dog is able to do that we would bring them along! I supervise all meetings with new people or other dogs based on your dog’s personality and your preferences.

About: I’ve been taking care of dogs , cats, horses and many more animals for years. I’ve also owned dogs and cats for many years and take pride in my ability to love and care for animals. I’m available when you need someone to care for your animals. I work, but that doesn’t stop me from taking care of animals. As an owner I understand the importance of animals and care needed for them. I’m always at dog friendly places where they can run and get all that energy out, I train on ecollars and have worked well for me, no dog has ever been harmed in my care and I take such pride in that.

About: I have owned and cared for a variety of pets including dogs, cats, bunnies, horses, ducks, pigs, chickens, and budgies. I was invloved in 4H for 3 years and have always been an animal lover! I’m comfortable with training and medication administration for both dogs and horses, and always take extra long walks! I'm currently going into my senior year at MSU, and am in summer classes. I'm available in the mornings, midday and nights to drop in or house sit. I greatly value respect and responsibility, so caring for your pet as you would is important to me. Following your directions for caring for your pet is my go-to, as I believe that’s the best way to ensure your companion feels secure and comfortable. I’m very active and am sure to exercise and play with your pet often throughout the day.

About: My family has always had dogs around. I’ve also house sat for people with multiple dogs as well when I was in high school. I would do potty breaks with some play time or full week stays at houses. I love my animals so much! I also have grown up with performance horses and am a big animal person in general. I’ve had labs, golden retrievers, and pit bulls growing up. From picky eaters to timid and shy, I’ve dealt with lots of different types of dogs. I am currently a part time student at MSU. Most weekends I am free as well as Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. I have class most of the day on Tuesdays and Thursdays but am free in the evenings. As I live in a rental while I am at school I cannot keep animals at my house overnight but during the day is fine if you would like for me to watch your pup for the day at my house. We have a small yard but it is not fully fenced in so I would take them out on a leash to go potty and for a walk.

“Amazing! I asked for a last minute walk and Alison came through! Can’t thank her enough for stopping in to check on Gus! I got lots of pictures and updates too!”

Molly R.

“Hilton has been doing a nice job walking my sweet pitbull mix 3x a week. Thanks Hilton”

Cassandra H.

“Awesome !”

Joe K.

About: I live in downtown Belgrade with my husband. We have a large fenced in yard at .4 acres and a doggie door. We have two wonderful dogs; a mini Aussie and golden retriever pit lab mix. I have worked with children and animals since I was old enough to handle the responsibility and started volunteering at Heart of the Valley animal shelter in Belgrade, MT. I grew up in a typical suburb in St. Louis, Missouri and always helped watch neighbors pets and children and have done it through college, post college, and presently speaking. I am extremely reliable and timely. I treat others loved ones as my own. I don’t have any allergies to pets, dander, etc. I have regular clients through word of mouth and am looking to add a few to my roster. I love watching all types of animals! I work for myself and make my own schedule. I have a lot of flexibility and love spending time with animals and being outdoors. My dogs are very friendly and love to play. I am very active. If you request house sitting I can’t be there 24/7. I enjoy hiking everyday and hope your dogs can come with me. I understand some folks want their dogs to stay at their home I just want to share I will still need to be gone parts of the day taking care of my dogs as well as other daily life tasks. I prefer boarding at my home overall but can accommodate house sitting. I have a separate, personal, insurance plan for pet daycare & boarding, with expanded coverage for client pets. I am happy to share my certificate including all limits for general liability, vet care, human medical coverage, damage to property, and more. I also know how to perform CPR on pets.

About: For 15 years I've been pet/house sitting for friends, neighbors, and people looking for someone reliable. I have had the most experience with dogs of many kinds, including walking, feeding, and being a friendly face. I have also taken care of cats, chickens, goats, and pigs. I love to house sit and pet-sit simultaneously and have multiple references for this dual service! I am a full time physical therapy student, but my days are typically done no later than 5 pm. I prefer house sitting/dog sitting at your location, as this fits in the best with my schedule. I'm able to accept short term and long term stays! With my wide variety of pet care and house sitting, I am able to provide just about anything you can ask for for your pets!

About: As a mom to a 5 year old blue heeler and someone that loves my dog so much and also loves to travel, I know how hard it is to leave fur babies behind and to find someone you trust to care for them while your away. I pride myself on my consistent and clear communication with regular updates, photos and plenty of pre-departure transparency so everyone, especially our four legged friends feel comfortable. I always have to say hi to every animal I see and genuinely enjoy spending time with all kinds of animals. I pay attention to their behaviors/signs and notice both the obvious and subtle ways that they communicate their wants and needs. I love giving animals lots of time outside and mental stimulation whether that’s long hikes, playing search, training, mixing it up and finding what works well for each one individually. I’ve had dogs, cats and plants in my family all my life & I wouldn’t have it any other way. My active, well trained and friendly pup Cliff loves making new friends to hike and play with and makes dog sits feel more like summer camp for pups and helps alleviates the stress and anxiety of parents being away by making a new furry friend! I am a yoga instructor and massage therapist & i work seasonally so my availability is flexible and open throughout most of the day. I am a morning person and live a very active lifestyle & love the company of pups on trail! I love to take active pets on long hikes/walks as their able always taking into consideration weather and season, on shorter walks I prefer to let them stop and sniff as long as they like to support mental stimulation. At home I encourage home friendly play like searching for a toy or backyard fetch when the space allows. Of course snuggles are always available for pets who are less mobile or slowing down.

“My pup had a great walk!”

Jessica R.

About: Hi there! I am Erin- a lifelong animal lover with a warm heart, and an intuitive understanding of what pets need to feel safe and loved. Caring for dogs isn’t just a side hustle for me- it’s a true passion. Whether it’s a leisurely walk, cozy overnight snuggles, or keeping your pet company while you’re away, I treat every dog like they’re part of my own family. I genuinely love what I do and animals can sense that right away. My clients often tell me they can relax knowing their furry family members are in good hands. I pride myself on being reliable, communicative, and tuned in to each pet’s unique personality. Whether your pet is playful, shy, senior or spirited, I adjust to their rhythm and needs. You will get updates, sweet photos and total peace of mind. Let me be your pet’s new best friend. I’d be honored to take care of them while you’re away. Pet care is a natural part of my daily routine. I enjoy starting my day with a walk, giving pets time to exercise and enjoy the fresh air. I also make sure to create a calm and engaging environment, whether it's through playtime, cuddle sessions, or ensuring that pets are fed and hydrated on time. I take pride in offering personalized care that fits each pet's needs, making sure they feel loved and comfortable throughout the day. When caring for pets in a client's home, I prioritize creating a safe, comfortable, and familiar environment for the pet. I follow any specific instructions provided by the pet owner, whether it's feeding schedules, exercise routines, or any special needs. I make sure to provide plenty of attention, whether it’s through play, walks, or cuddle time, while maintaining the pet's routine as much as possible. I also keep the home clean and tidy, making sure to follow any house rules or preferences the owner has. Communication is key, so I keep pet owners updated with photos and messages to ensure they’re confident in the care their pets are receiving.