Dog Walking In North Downtown Charlottesville, VA
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1. Aiden M.

“Aiden is the best walking companion for our doggo! Amazing communication and also very accommodating when schedules change. Our dog had surgery and Aiden was so wonderful keeping him company, in addition to feeding him and giving him medication. We’re so grateful for Aiden’s help!”


2. Christian A.

“Christian has been such a blessing for us during the last month! She has been so accommodating with our schedule and the needs of our two pups, Finn and Otis. Christian is attentive, caring, and she goes above and beyond when she’s working with us and our dogs. She is a great communicator and is always punctual. We are so lucky to have found her!”


3. Stevie M.


“My dog absolutely loved Stevie. She was super reliable and I would recommend her to anyone who needs someone to look after their pet!”


4. Caitlin H.
“Cait is such a good sitter for my cats! She always goes above and beyond to play with them and give them love and sends the best pics. I always feel at peace knowing my babies are safe with her!”


5. James B.


“James is such a great dog walker. He’s proactive, communicative, sends pictures and updates, and our animals love him! I hope to use his services for years to come!”


6. Dakota W.

“Dakota was friendly, flexible, and reliable. Sam always enjoyed his time with Dakota. Dakota interspersed neighborhood walks & trips to the dog park with visits to Barnes & Noble and other places. We will use Dakota again without reservation and highly recommend him to care for your pet.”


7. Emil F.

“I'm very thankful to have found Emil. I work in retail and consequently work almost every weekend. Emil walks my little chihuahua for me every Saturday and Sunday. He's very reliable and I never worry that he won't be able to make it. He also responds to any requests or questions very quickly. I wholeheartedly recommend Emil if you need someone to help care for your pups!”


8. Kiersten K.
“Kiersten is an exceptional pet sitter who has cared for both my dog and cat on multiple occasions. She’s reliable, attentive, and truly loves animals. My pets absolutely adore her! I always feel at ease knowing they’re in such caring and capable hands. Highly recommend!”


9. Doris S.

“Doris is fabulous—responsive and professional. She’s only walked our beagle twice, but he’s already so excited to see her. And he comes back happily tired.”


10. Jessica L.

“Jessica is fantastic! This was one of the first times our dog was taken out by someone she didn’t know very well. Our dog can be shy but warmed up to Jessica right away. She was so great with her and communicated so well with me. I felt very comfortable knowing my dog was in her hands!”


11. Chelsea C.
“Chelsea has taken care of our Bernese Mountain Dog, Griffin, on several occasions. He is always pampered and treated as her own, and he loves her so much! She is always reliable and sends lots of pictures which I love. She also has picked him up or dropped him off from his doggy day care for us on occasion when she has taken him for a few days. Highly recommend!”


12. Amber E.
“Amber has watched our dog numerous times and we never worry!! She’s very reliable, responsible, and responsive. Amber is a natural with any animals and always treats them as her own! Aspen is always excited to see her! Even now with him getting older, she writes down notes and follows our instructions with his medications and supplements to ensure he is comfortable and taken care of! Anytime we go out of town or we’re just out for a while, we call Amber! Our minds are always at ease knowing Aspen is with Amber :)”


13. Victoria W.


“Victoria has been wonderful! I contacted her last minute and she was very accommodating and flexible. She’s been so great with my dog. Highly recommend.”




14. Kris P.


“Thank you for being so gentle with Tornado he is so afraid of noises and cars, so unlike his brother. Your care and compassion with my little fellows means so much. Thank you!!”


15. Kirtly R.


“Thank you so much for walking Olav. I can tell he really loves you. Will definitely ask for you again. Would be good to have you walking him regularly.”


16. bailey l.
“Bailey is an extremely responsible caregiver for animals. Being my roommate for nearly 5 years now, she has helped me take care of my own cat when I go out of town, and treats her as her own even when I am there! When it comes to caring for animals, Bailey does much more than the bare minimum of ensuring safety and food. While these are essential, Bailey understands that playing and interacting with animals is equally important. In other words, your pets will not only be taken care of, but they will also have fun playing, going on walks, and interacting. I would highly recommend Bailey to anyone looking for someone to watch their animals!”


17. Haley H.
“Haley loves all animals and is an excellent caretaker. She will show the animals under her care an abundance of love and they will be well taken care of.”


18. Amanda W.

“Winnie loves her walks with Amanda! Amanda has been wonderful, great communication and always shares cute pictures. She’s been able to adjust schedule as needed. Highly recommend!”


19. Rhiana Q.

“Rhiana was amazing! She was fantastic at communication, sending us updates & pics. Our golden doodle shoshi was so happy and well taken care of when we came home. We will definitely use her again and recommend her to anyone who needs a reliable, kind and great dog Walker!”


20. Danielle S.
“Danielle was great with our dog, Miles! Very attentive and gave excellent feedback on each visit. Would definitely recommend Danielle and will be using her services again!”
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It doesn’t happen often, but if your dog walker has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new walker.
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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 North Downtown on Rover as of Jul 2024 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.
As of Jul 2024, there are 424 dog walkers in North Downtown. 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 North Downtown dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in North Downtown 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 North Downtown.
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 424 dog walkers in North Downtown on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In North Downtown, 97% 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.
