Dog Walking in Merritt, Oakland
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1. Gregory R.

“Greg is the best. #lifesaver!!!”




2. Kye O.

“Kye has been walking my dog two days a week for the past two weeks. It is very noticeable that he loves dogs. My pit bull is a very energetic and playful pup, and Kye manages her very well. He has been adaptable each time, even when we've forgotten to leave treats and dog bags. One day, Mulan had an accident inside the house, and Kye cleaned it up without any hesitation. I have no doubt that he will take great care of Mulan if we need him to. I wholeheartedly recommend Kye!”


3. Stephanie A.

“Stephanie has been so great with my dog Maya. After starting a new job and moving to a new city, I didn’t have any support to help with my dog. Stephanie has been so helpful with all these changes. Maya can be a bit nervous around new people but she warmed up to Stephanie really fast and gets so excited to see her! Stephanie is so great- she is a very reliable person, trustworthy, a great communicator and great with dogs. I’m so happy I found her and that Maya really enjoys her company!”


4. Ann A.
“Ann is an excellent pet caretaker. Between July 1st and July 4th, I dropped off my 2-yr old labradoodle dog with her. During the stay, she feed my dog twice a day as requested. She took her on long casual walks at least once a day and she sent me a few pictures of my dog while they were out on the walks -- my dog was clearly very happy and content. She was very attentive to my dog. My dog was clean and looked quite happy when I arrived to pick her up. I highly value and recommend Ann's pet caregiving services.”


5. Cynthia R.

“Cynthia was a great walker with our dog Rocky! She took him on long walks and he was a happy and tired pup every day. Very responsive as well. Thank you Cynthia!”


6. Megan J.
“We just moved and we’re in need of a last minute dog sitter. Megan was super responsive and made everything so easy for us. She asked all of the right questions and made sure that she knew the info she needed to watch our dog as well as our house. She kept us updated the whole time we were gone which made us feel even more relax while away. Upon coming home, we could tell our pup had a good time with Megan and our house was in the same condition that we left it. We are thrilled to have found Megan! Thank you for taking care of our pup!”


7. Jennifer & Jordan L.

“Jennifer was lovely, attentive, and a great communicator. We just adopted our dog and he has little bursts of aggression and Jennifer was kind enough to come by before their first walk to test the waters. Everything turned out great and Jennifer sent updates and pictures throughout his walks. We will definitely work with her again.”


8. Charlii C.

“Wes and Margot had a lovely evening walk with Charlii. Thanks so much!!”


9. Elise C.

“Elise did a great job walking my Great Dane mix. She was very energetic and positive, and my dog seemed very comfortable with her. Highly recommend!”


10. Aman H.

“My dog really enjoyed walking with Aman! She is usually nervous with new people but felt comfortable with him right away”


11. Sara C.
“Sara is amazing! My doggie is pretty skittish, but she was so patient and gentle that she warmed up to her right away. She's very reliable and clearly loves animals—I always feel good leaving my pup in her care. Highly recommend!”


12. Esteban O.

“Esteban quickly became my puppy's very best friend (I hope my kids don't see this). My puppy returns from walks and passes out for hours. Esteban is reliable and my puppy is always excited to go on their walks. He also communicates well and gives great updates on any activity from the walk.”


13. Neia P.

“Neia is great! My dog, Ares, loves her and she handles him excellently. Ares is a 100+ lb Rottweiler and Neia has never seemed overwhelmed with him. She’s patient, kind, and loving, and I absolutely trust her with my pup!”


14. Heather M.
“Heather has pet sat for us and many friends. She reinforces good canine habits and training and pays a lot of attention to your pet. She planned her schedule to maximize time spent with our dog and did a lot of hiking with our active labrador. She even made him special pup treats. I would have full confidence in trusting Heather with the care of a beloved pet.”


15. Ryan M.
About: I am a patient human who’s taken dog behavior classes in the past. I understand every dog is unique and special in their own way. I’m currently working part time so my mornings/evenings are open to exercise ur fur baby. The lake is sacred. All the smells are here 🐶 Your rules are my rules. Dogs are family, and they need constant care and attention. I will have daily updates complete with summary & photo.




16. Nicholas W.
About: I had a full grown cat in my crib as a baby, my parent's told me I would feed it my bottle. I moved to SC to live with my grandmother when I was young. She was a nurse and spent a lot of time helping the local animal shelter. At most, 20 kittens or puppies would be at her house. Usually the animals were malnourished or sick, she would try to get them healthy enough to adopt. That's probably why I love cats and dogs as much as I do. I've adopted 2 dogs, 1 cat from the humane society as an adult. The first dog I adopted was a feral puppy, I adopted him bc I wanted to see why my grandmother never would allow feral animals in her home. I had him for 14 wonderful years but it did take a lot of training and patience. The last dog I owned was a 1 year old pit from a kill shelter. I was able to train this dog not to bite and protect it's owner without biting. I love pets, I know more than your regular person on what types of food/treats to give a dog. For example, if your dog eats a couple pecans, that's bad news. I also know people can be very particular of what they want their animals eating, even if it's a treat. I'd never give someone else's pet a treat without their consent. My job revolves around fixing coffee machines and that business isn't as busy as it used to be prior to the pandemic. I have plenty of free time and I understand how important a routine is in young dogs/cats and I'm willing to help out in any way I possibly can. Currently my roommate has a dog that isn't friendly around other dogs, it's a 9 year old Shiba, and I've learned those breeds are some of the most stubborn dogs. I feed this dog, wash her, and trim du claws and nails. When my roommate is out of town, I let the dog sleep in my bed even though I can't stand how much she sheds. I have a clean background, I've never been in trouble for stealing bc my parents brought me up not to do that. Prior to moving out to CA to work on coffee machines, I spent 17 year's working for Wells Fargo Home Mortgage department. I didn't love my job which is why I'm out here now. My roommate I've known since high school, he'll confirm you won't have to worry when you're out of town.


17. Jay T.

“Jay is great with my little guy and he just loves the special attention he receives. Jay has been walking Chipper for a few months and he looks forward to his daily walks! Knowing that he is well cared for and spoiled while I am at work is such a relief.”


18. Parker D.
“Parker is a wonderful dog sitter and walker! Parker always provides me with detailed updates and pictures when my dog Poppy stays with her. She truly cares about making the dogs that she watches comfortable! Also, her pup, Murphy, is the sweetest dog in the neighborhood! He loves to play and hang with all other dogs! Your dog will have an awesome stay with Parker and Murphy!”


19. Kaumron E.

“Kaum takes great care of our dog Baloo! Baloo enjoys his daily walks when his parents are at work all day. It’s nice to have a friend and get some exercise—and we trust Kaum to care for Baloo as if he was his own! Thanks for making our transition back to work (in-person) so smooth!”


20. Jason Z.
“Oh man- Jason is so cool! I live in the Bay but travel to LA for work often and always leave my dog Jamie with Jason if available while I'm away. He sends me pics and I often feel like Jamie is happier with him and Olive than with me! Jamie is an older dog who needs to take prescription pills in the morning and evenings and Jason has always been good with that. It's nice to know my baby is in good hands while I'm away! TY Jason!”
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Doggy Walking FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Merritt on Rover as of Jul 2024 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 Jul 2024, there are 8,863 dog walkers in Merritt. 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 Merritt dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in Merritt have an average of 14 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 Merritt.
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:
- Start and stop times
- A map of their walk with total distance
- Pee, poo, food, and water breaks
- Cute photos and a personalized note
There are 8,863 dog walkers in Merritt on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Merritt, 88% 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.
