Dog Walking in Optimist Park, Charlotte, NC
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1. Rachel M.


“Rachel is amazing, great communication and always going the extra mile for my pets.”


2. Erin D.
“Erin has been a reliable and loving dog watcher for my cavapoo and our mutual friends' retriever over the years. She handles dogs both big and small with humor, care, and grace. You can trust her to take care of your four legged friends.”


3. Brett A.

“Flexible and responsive dog walker. Saved me when I had the wrong address.”


4. Amber M.

“Amber did an amazing job walking Gungi! She was reliable, friendly, and made sure Gungi got the exercise and attention he needed. I could tell he was happy and well-cared for after their walks. I’ll definitely book with her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a great dog walker!”


5. Kaitlyn H.

“The dogs loved their walk with Kaitlyn. They were tuckered out when they got back and slept soundly while I worked from home. Perfect situation! Can’t wait for their next walk today!”


6. Madison H.

“Madison treated my baby like one of her own and gave me amazing updates constantly. I will forsure continue to use Madison as my fur baby’s sitter whenever I need to go out of town again. Highly recommend!”


7. Anvesha R.

“Anvesha was great! Right on time, communicative and so sweet with my dog. She was so friendly and he took to her immediately! She also sent the cutest pic!”


8. Joseph C.

“Joseph is doing a fantastic job with Minnie. She was super comfortable with him immediately and I can tell she's having a great time on their walks and playtime. He keeps me updated and sends lots of photos!”


9. Kelly P.

“Kelly is exactly what we hoped to find when looking for a dog sitter. She is responsible, good communicator, keeping us in loop with timing/coming and goings, sending pics and letting us know how things are going when we are away, good with our fur babies, and kept our home in good shape while we were gone. Kelly is awesome!”


10. Enzo M.


“We cannot say enough wonderful things about Enzo! He was incredibly responsive to my initial outreach. When we met him, we just instantly could tell he had wonderful, positive energy, and he connected with us and our dog immediately. He was very prompt for all of the scheduled visits and sent many photos and videos. Our dog also takes medication twice a day, which she doesn’t like. Enzo was incredibly comfortable with administering the medication… probably more at ease than I am! We highly recommend Enzo!”


11. Kal I.

“Can’t say enough great things! Super friendly, attentive, timely, and obviously great with animals. 100% recommend if you’re in need of someone to watch/walk your pets!”


12. Charlie G.

“Charlie was super nice and communicated great! My pup got along with him well and seemed to enjoy her times He was able to handle and deal with my overcomplicated instructions too. Would definitely recommend!”


13. Kathryn S.


“Kathryn did such a great job with my dog, Emmitt. She was very communicative and flexible to his needs. I know he is in good hands with her and would recommend Kathryn to anyone!”


14. Montana G.

“Montana was an excellent communicator during my trip away from home. I had some continuous flight delays during this time and Montana was very understanding and her flexibility to assist with some more pup time put my mind at ease. One key factor in me wanting Montana was that my Pyr has some serious anxiety issues and requires some patience due to him being stubborn at times. She is very patient and my Pyr just gravitates to Montana with ease. Highly recommend!!!”


15. Sophia K.

“Sophia was great and took wonderful care of my pup!”


16. Briana C.

“Briana took great care of my dog and provided lots of updates!!”


17. Elsie W.
About: I’ve had a love for pets since I was a young child. My parents finally let me get a dog when I was 16 and he has been spoiled rotten since the day I got him!! I will care for your pets like they are my own and do anything I can to relieve their anxieties of you being away! I have dogsat, catsat, and even guinea pig-sat for over 10 years now. Their comfort is the biggest priority to me and making sure they are well loved till you get home! I have another job that keeps me traveling for work around 3-5 days a week, so in my off time I would be dedicated to your furry family members. In my free time I enjoy going for walks, trying new restaurants, and getting on my paddleboard! Whatever boundaries you have set for how you would like me to care for your dog inside your home will be followed. I would never want to overstep or do something to throw your dog off of a routine if that is something you have in place!


18. Breckyn E.

“Breckyn was a lifesaver when I ended up in a pinch over a weekend. We were able to schedule a meet & greet super quickly, and she left thorough notes about each walk. She even pointed out an overgrown claw + sent pictures of my cats too. Really put me at ease! Thanks so much!”


19. Shneila L.
“I cannot recommend Shneila enough! From the very first interaction, it was clear that she truly loves and understands animals. She took such wonderful care of my pet, making sure they felt comfortable, loved, and entertained the entire time. Her updates and photos gave me peace of mind, and I could tell my furry friend was having a great time! She is reliable, communicative, and goes above and beyond to make sure pets feel right at home. Whether it’s playtime, cuddles, or just making sure all their needs are met, she does it all with so much care and attention. If you’re looking for someone who will treat your pet like family, look no further—Shneila is the best!”


20. Natalie M.

“This was our first time using Natalie and Rover! She made the process so easy! Our girl seemed to love her as well! We will definitely be using her again!!”
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Reservation protection
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 Optimist Park 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 4,184 dog walkers in Optimist Park. 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, 88% of Optimist Park dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in Optimist Park 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 Optimist Park.
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 4,184 dog walkers in Optimist Park on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Optimist Park, 93% 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.
