Dog Walking In Near Southside Columbus, Ohio
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1. Sarah L.
“We love Sarah!! She’s flexible with our timing and changes and I love getting the snippets of my pup’s day! We’ve already rebooked our next walks!”
2. JoVonna M.
“Jovanna was great from the minute we met her! She was very confident and professional. She took great care of our dog and we’ll definitely call her again!! Takes great care like your pet is her pet!!”
3. Jenna C.
“Very nice and will use her again for walking my Lucy.”
4. Kathleen B.
“Katie has a very calm demeanor and Jagger was happy to go to her when he met her at the meet and greet. She set a ton of pics and videos from their walk and Jagger was very happy to be out of the Loft and getting some fresh air with her! Her help is very appreciated and gives Jagger the midday breaks he needs!”
5. Jennifer C.
“Jennifer was able to help us out last minute for a walk for our pup, which we appreciated. She responded promptly, was on time to the scheduled walk, and sent photos and updates. She did us a favor by putting out Dats' dinner. We'd book again!”
6. Victoria T.
“Tory was great with Harper. Being such a young puppy walks were difficult at first but she gave Harper all the attention needed and was patient as she worked on her walking skills. Will definitely use again in the future!”
7. Ioana C.
“Ioana was a fantastic dog walker! She took excellent care of my dog while I was away for Christmas. She was very communicative during the whole process which greatly helped to reduce stress on my end. Her kindness and flexibility made my first experience with dog walking services a highly positive one! I cannot recommend her enough :)”
8. Hannah H.
“Hannah thanks so much for walking the dogs over the pas couple of days.... They can be difficult but you handled hem just fine. We may need you again mid December!!”
9. Thea M.
“Thea has been awesome! Toby has been getting plenty of exercise and really likes her! She is very attentive and also takes time to make sure Toby’s paws are clean before getting in the house. Best dog walker ever!”
10. Ellen F.
“Ellen was great with Nala! My hours at work can be really long some days and she went above and beyond during the time she spent with Nala!”
11. Bailey M.
“Bailey is a very caring and trustworthy pet sitter. She has dogs of her own and loves any dog as much as her own. We have had Bailey pet sit for our dog several times and she does such a good job. She walked her everyday, sometimes twice a day, played with her, and snuggled on the couch at the end of the day. I have recommended Bailey to other people as well.”
12. Jessica J.
“Jessica was responsive, on time and took great care of our pup when we needed her. She sent photos and nice summaries about their time together. Look forward to using her again!”
13. Marisa H.
“Marisa is dependable and very professional! I appreciated her timeliness and updates when caring for my dog. She is a fabulous caregiver for dogs! ?”
14. Katie H.
“Katie is such a gem! She treats my pup like I would. I know my dog is in great hands with her! Thank you, Katie!!”
15. Donald R.
“Donald was incredible!! I’d recommend him to anyone and everyone! He was helpful and accommodating. I appreciated the photos he posted after each walk which helped ease my anxiety of keeping my new dog at home alone while at work.”
16. Justin S.
“Justin is and always has been a very caring person. He grew up with 3 dogs and is such a good caretaker! He would treat and love your pups as if they were his own!”
17. Alyssa M.
“I call Alyssa my Personal Dog Whisper. She has a way with all animals that is special. She easily can handle my 2 German Shepherds and has pet sit for us number of times for our cats and dogs. She possesses the confidence to handle large dogs, and is a great trainer as well. Dogs flock to her due to her caring and loving nature. If you are looking for a loving and well knowledge dog walker/ trainer or sitter Alyssa is your gal! You will not be disappointed.”
18. Kiara W.
“So thrilled Kiara is back. Our dog Skye loves Kiara and we do too. Kiara is very responsive and always sends pictures. We have used Kiara several times now and she is the best.”
19. Kaitlin M.
“Kaitlin is awesome and would be a great dog walker on Rover. She grew up around both cats and dogs and is very reliable. She loves pets and spending time with them. She is great with my puppy and I think she would make a great addition to the Rover team.”
20. Tam K.
“Tamara has been a great dog-walker. She’s super reliable and friendly. She shows up on time and takes excellent care of my dog.”
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Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Near Southside on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $18 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 2,152 dog walkers in Near Southside. 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, 84% of Near Southside dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in Near Southside 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 Near Southside.
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 2,152 dog walkers in Near Southside on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Near Southside, 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.
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