Dog Walking In Pocket
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Top rated Pocket dog walkers
Prices are estimates per walk for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Amanda was fantastic! She treated my fur babies like they were her own. She was incredibly accommodating and helpful and professional. I felt completely at ease knowing she would be caring for my pets. She even went above and beyond by allowing me to borrow her doggie stroller for my elderly and blind doggie to use so he wouldn’t feel left out when they went for a walk with my younger dog. I highly recommend her services and I will definitely ask for her services again in the future.”
“Justin was amazing and the dogs were in good hands. First time using Rover and Justin did exactly what we needed help with. I’m very happy with how well our dogs were treated and how comfortable they were with him. Highly recommended.”
“Meredith was prompt and was very considerate. Since this was their first meeting, it was important for them to get to know each other. Meredith was very attentive and asked questions about Koda’s personality. Koda received her well. Looking forward to having Meredith back!”
About: Hi! My name is Yifang, but I also go by Yvonne. I have over 15 years of experience caring for dogs and 5 years caring for cats. I understand how important it is for pets to feel safe, comfortable, and cared for while their owners are away. I’m insured and Pet First Aid & CPR trained, and I always aim to provide calm, attentive, and reliable care tailored to each pet’s needs. I have experience with both dogs and cats, including senior pets, and I’m comfortable with feeding routines, walks, litter cleaning, companionship, and providing updates to owners. I serve the Pocket, Greenhaven, Land Park, and nearby Sacramento areas. English / 中文 I currently provide drop-in visits and dog walking services on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. I carefully manage my schedule to ensure each pet receives reliable, attentive, and quality care during every visit. For drop-in visits and dog walks, I always aim to provide a calm, safe, and comfortable experience for pets in their own home environment. I carefully follow each pet owner’s instructions regarding feeding, routines, walks, and home access to help pets feel secure and cared for while their owners are away. I prioritize safety, cleanliness, communication, and reliable care during every visit, and I also provide updates and photos to help owners feel reassured.
“Marisa is a warm, genuine, kind person who has become part of our pack. My dogs now look forward to her arrival and so do I! As I'm currently working from home with a broken leg, Marisa goes out of her way to help me when she comes and always has a smile on her face. She's also careful to watch out for overly hot pavement and steers the poochies toward shaded areas and grass so they don't burn their paws. I really appreciate her!”
About: I provide consistent, loving care in a safe home. I’m patient with puppies, gentle with seniors needing extra support, and always treat every dog like my own. My daily schedule allows dedicated time for pet care, including morning walks, feeding, playtime, and supervision, ensuring dogs feel safe, happy, and well cared for. I provide safe, attentive care in my home or yours, following routines, feeding schedules, walks, playtime, and ensuring pets feel comfortable, secure, and loved and protected.
“Kiyoko was willing to take boomer out for a walk in between rain storms and I appreciate her being able to come on short notice. She was very pleasant and professional and boomer liked her. I would definitely ask her to walk boomer again.”
“Annie is the best! She’s been walking my 4 year old pitbulldog-mix and my senior terrier for the last couple of weeks, and they absolutely love her. Highly recommend Annie’s services. She is kind and genuinely in love with dogs!”
“Claire was amazing! Responsive and kind. Worked with me for a walk on short notice which was great! Ellie seemed to love her. Would definitely book her again!! Thanks Claire :)”
“Marilyn is WONDERFUL and we will definitely hire her again! She sent us several videos and lots of photos so we always knew what was happening with our furbabies. Her calming presence and clear love of animals also helped us feel at ease. Two big packages arrived from Amazon while we were gone. She generously brought them into the house. I know our pups loved her - thank you, Marilyn!!”
About: As a dedicated and attentive dog sitter, I excel at providing a safe, loving environment where your furry friends feel relaxed, cherished, and cared for like family, ensuring they have a tail-wagging good time while you're away. I love to take them to the park and play with them and walk them and give them all the attention they need. I hope i’m a perfect match for your furry friends The times I would perfer would be around 4:30-8:00 if an earlier time is necessary contact me a day before for me to try and clear my schedule and make room to take care your furry friends. Thank you I have a fenced backyard and one friendly dog to keep your fur baby company. If can easily crate your dog if necessary. Thank you
About: I have had pets growing up and enjoy them and their company. Oddly enough while walking anywhere if there is an animal it will approach me. My wife says I have "Disney Princess" skills. I have two dogs that I care for everyday throughout the day, however, for others my evenings are the best times to during the week, and anytime during the weekend. I ensure I have a clean home, and monitor what my dogs are around to include knowing what can and cannot come into the house. Having a safe and clean environment allows for a helathy life for pets who are family.
About: I’m a reliable and caring pet sitter who treats every animal like my own. I have experience with dogs, cats, and small animals, and I’m comfortable handling everything from energetic puppies to senior pets who need a little extra patience and attention. Whether it’s walks, playtime, feeding, or just keeping your pet company, I make sure they feel safe, happy, and loved while you’re away. I understand how important it is to trust someone with your pet, so I prioritize clear communication and regular updates, including photos and messages. I’m attentive to routines, special instructions, and any unique needs your pet may have. My goal is simple: to give you peace of mind and give your pet a fun, stress-free experience. I do pet sitting full-time, so I’m very flexible and can easily adapt to your pet’s routine. I plan my day around their needs, making sure they get consistent care, attention, and companionship throughout the day. Consistency is really important to me when caring for my own pets, so I truly value following your routines and specific instructions to make sure your pet feels just as comfortable, safe, and cared for.
About: I have cared for animals my entire life and chose to make that passion my profession. I am a Registered Veterinary Technician with 20 years of experience and have worked in a veterinary clinic for 21 years. I have hands-on experience with a wide variety of animals, including those with fur, feathers, and scales. I am highly comfortable caring for senior pets, animals with medical conditions, and those with special needs. Administering medications—oral, topical, or injectable—is routine for me. I take pride in providing attentive, compassionate care and truly enjoy spending time with each pet I sit, getting to know their unique personalities. Animals are not just my career—they are my world. My work schedule primary job Monday 7:30am to 6:30 pm Tue-Thu off Friday 1:00 pm to 12:00 am Saturday 10:30 am to 9:30 pm Sunday 9:00 am to 8:00 pm I work four days a week in a veterinary clinic providing urgent care. When I accept a pet-sitting booking, I ensure my schedule allows me to fully meet each pet’s needs. All animals in my care receive attentive, reliable care, and I always make an effort to spend extra quality time with them. I treat every pet as if they were my own—with patience, respect, and genuine care. I understand that pets are family, and earning their trust is important to me, especially when entering a home for the first time. I take the time needed to help pets feel comfortable and secure, even if that means spending extra time or allowing for multiple visits to build trust. I truly enjoy spoiling each animal while maintaining consistency with their established routines. I make it a priority to learn and follow each pet’s schedule so they feel safe, relaxed, and cared for just as they are with their family.
“Roy did a fantastic job with my two pups! I contacted Roy to walk my dogs, to give them a break while I had to attend a 2 day, all-day, work event. Communication was excellent. I was updated with arrival times and provided status updates with photos. It really helped quell any anxiety I was having, since this was my first time using any kind of walking service. Roy provided a meet & greet prior to the scheduled walking appointments, which was awesome, since one of my pups can be a little on the shy side at first meeting. I would absolutely recommend Roy and plan to work with him again. Thank you, Roy!”
About: I’ve taken care of dogs the majority of my life. I am reliable, hard working, and experienced, as I have two dogs of my own. I am able to stay in the home, walk the dogs, or just drop in. My rates are flexible, so please text me for more information and scheduling! My schedule is flexible, so I am able to stay at the home or just walk the dogs before or after work, as well as on the weekend. I take care of dogs in the clients home. I am a reliable person and dependable in that I will take care of both the home and dog.
Pocket dog parents share their Rover experiences
Hannah was amazing with my dad's dog mollie. Mollie is a cocker spaniel who needed medications and a walk. Since my dad was in his 90s, he could not provide this. Hannah was patient and flexible and the consistent meds and walks made mollie a healthier dog that provided great comfort to my dad in his final days.
Christine was an excellent walker for our dog Bella. She came over the day before to meet her, was exactly on time for her walk and sent to a of pictures even including some of our jealous kitty who doesn’t get to go outside! She was accommodating when I plugged in the wrong time and again when I had to cut my trip short due to my daughter getting ill. I will absolutely use Christine in the future!
Marisa did a great job with our dog Ryu! We made a fairly last minute request and she responded quickly and came over for a meet and greet the following day. She asked good questions about his behavior, we could tell she cared and wanted to be prepared. Ryu took to Marisa and she both walked him and played with him in the backyard, he loves tug of war. We’ll definitely hire Marisa again next time we need help with Ryu!
Justin is fantastic. I've used him twice now when surgery has prevented me from walking my dog for a few weeks, or when I had a house sitter who wasn't up to dog walking. Justin is prompt, dependable, flexible when we needed to be, and, best of all, my dog really likes him! You can't go wrong with hiring Justin.
Alexander did an excellent job walking my dogs, Rue and Reo. They were both patient and playful with them, which made a big difference in how comfortable and happy they were during each visit. It’s clear they genuinely enjoy spending time with dogs and know how to handle different personalities. I also really appreciated how communicative they were with me throughout the process. They kept me updated during each visit, which gave me peace of mind knowing my dogs were in good hands. I would definitely recommend Alexander to anyone looking for a reliable and caring dog walker.
Myishia walked our Diego multiple times this past weekend, and I truly could not have asked for a better experience. She was incredibly communicative the entire time, which gave me so much peace of mind while we were away. Her energy is so warm and sweet, and Diego immediately took to her. You can tell she has a genuine love for dogs. I was especially impressed by her philosophy of leading with kindness and giving back through the way she cares for animals. She didn’t just show up to do a job; she took the time to earn Diego’s trust, and it showed. We felt completely comfortable knowing he was in her care. We will absolutely be using her again anytime we travel. Highly recommend.
Alanna is wonderful! She has taken care of my pets over the last 15 years, including two dogs and a rather difficult cat. Alanna has the knowledge and patience to handle all sorts of situations with animals, including giving medication. I am grateful to her and would highly recommend her for all pets!
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Dog Walking FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple dog walkers about your booking. Typically, dog walkers on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from dog walker to dog walker, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing dog walkers available in Pocket.
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
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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