Dog Walking in Riverdale, Bronx, NY
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Top rated Riverdale dog walkers
“Johnny got some kinda santería-magic-witchcraft-voodoo thing going on that makes dogs respect him. Maybe it's a glow only dogs can see. I don't know... but I know he called my dog respectful, and you have to be a saint to consider my dog respectful. If he can walk my dog, he can walk your dog, trust me.”
“Joon was amazing with drop in visits for my dog 3 days in a row. He was super thorough and accommodating and I could tell that he really cared for my dog. I would definitely book him again and recommend to anyone!”
“Jeraldine was excellent with our Champy! She honored my request for a meet-and-greet so that I could explain my dog's medications. Provided substantial walk, detailed Rover Card, and gave meds as directed. We will be asking for repeat walks moving forward!”
“Manny is very good at what he does!! My little dog is a little difficult to handle and Manny did very well with her. He always kept him up to date while I was away. Highly recommended.”
“We have been working with Emmanuel for almost 2 years on both regular walks Monday through Friday, emergency walks, and drop-in walks (3xs/day) when out of town. We have a 12-year old Pittie who absolutely adores him, and we trust him with her care. She is dog-reactive, has a heart condition (and now lymphoma), and required meds when we’re away. Emmanuel treated her with so much care and love and almost daily walked her MUCH longer than the 30 minutes we requested. He’s professional and friendly and is just an all around good person. If it weren’t for her costs of her cancer treatment, we’d still be using him. Highly recommend Emmanuel!”
“Essence is so wonderful with my dog Winnie. she goes above and beyond with a smile and a sense of humor. I’m very fortunate that she agreed to walk my pup, who isn’t the easiest to walk. Highly recommend Essence!”
About: I grew up with both Cats and Dogs and have experience as a pet owner as I have 2 cats of my own. I also have a lot of experience as a sitter/boarder and professional dog walking! I’m comfortable administering medicine and dealing with aging pets needs. I have some experience with puppies and kittens as well. I have equal experience with cats and dogs and love them both! House Sitting, Dog Walking, and Drop-Ins: I have experience with house sitting and drop-ins so no need to worry. I am very trustworthy and dependable! I’m good at following directions. I’ve seen it all :) I know a lot of beautiful walking routes in the area. I took a break from rover for a while, but I’ve continued to pet sit and dog walk the entire time just not on here. I can provide more references if needed. I have two cats that are comfortable around dogs for boarding. Let me know if you have any questions. I’m a student so I have plenty of time during the summer months. Sitting and drop ins work fine with my own cats schedules as I have roommates they love to hangout with while I’m gone. I drop by to feed them dinner and they snack on dry food in the mornings. My schedule is flexible and open! I listen to owners as they know their pet best. Willing to follow even the most hyper specific directions to ensure everyone is comfortable and safe.
About: With a natural kinship for animals, I intuitively gain their trust and make them feel at ease. I genuinely love animals,. My care goes beyond the basics—I go the extra mile to ensure they feel safe, loved, and understood. My schedule is flexible, I am on summer break and am home a great amount of the day. I do step out to go to the gym or the supermarket some days but other than that your pet will have plenty of my attention :) I provide them with all their needs and try to match their normal feeding schedule and walk schedule as closely as possible and treat them with lots of love, genuine care and connection, I also love practicing reiki on pets and helping to regulate their nervous systems
“My family & I love Derricker, but my fur baby, Ghost loves her even more! She is always responsive, prompt, kind, fully accommodating (even during last minute requests), let alone fantastic with Ghost. I travel often and she is always the first I reach out to for her services. Even as an overprotective dog mom, I trust Ghost to be in good hands with her. I look forward to booking her many more times in the future! We cannot thank her enough!”
“Thank you Shelly for helping us out on short notice when we needed some backup help because of work travel. :) Our pup was in high spirits when we returned home and Shelly was punctual and communicative the whole time!”
“Very happy that I was Angelique's first client to walk my furbaby. She was very thorough and sweet. She made sure to keep me updated and I will definitely book with her again.”
About: Hello! My name is Aliza and I’m a second year medical student. I would love to take care of your pets while you’re away! I have experience with senior and special needs cats as well as kittens. I also have experience with dog walking and puppies :) I’m happy to administer medications or help with any of other special requests. I’ll treat your pets like my own and make sure they are happy and healthy while you’re away. Please feel free to be in touch! I’m currently a medical student so most of my schedule is flexible. I’d love to walk your dogs or visit your cats in between studying sessions. I am happy to drop in at your own to visit your pets and/or take them for walks around the neighborhood. Let me know where their favorite spots are!
“Isabella is the loveliest person. She really hit it off with my dog Winnie and they took fun packed walks. Isabella is so patient, letting Winnie go at her own pace, stop to do her Springtime rolls, and reported back to me in great detail about how everything went. Once when a hail/thunderstorm popped up, Isabella waited inside a long time till Winnie “agreed to go out”. She didn’t have to do that!! I told her to go! But she instead braved the rain, held an umbrella over Winnie, and took her for a half hour walk. I was blown away. I have not met Isabella in person but I can tell she’s a one in a million, a real responsible and caring person!”
About: My husband and I have grown up around animals and have lived with dogs and cats. We are cat- parents and understand the needs of pet parents. My husband and I have flexible work schedules which allow us to take care of our fur baby and additional fur guests! We plan on caring for our fur friends as a team. Our fur friends will get to experience the nature and beauty of the park across the street or the cleanliness and tranquility of our apartment (with balcony, with permission). For visits to our fur friends we are committed to meeting pet parents expectations and maintaining a clean, organized and safe environment.
About: I’ve cared for dogs since I was 4, growing up with two pups—one large and one small—until I was 15. More recently, I raised a puppy for a year before helping them find their forever home. My experience spans all ages and sizes, from playful pups to strong large breeds. I’m confident, patient, and truly love connecting with each dog’s unique personality. I currently work a part-time remote job, which gives me a flexible schedule and the ability to be responsive throughout the day. I have every evening free, as well as all day Friday, which I can fully dedicate to your pet’s care. Whether it’s regular walks, feeding, playtime, or just keeping them company, I’m available when it matters most to make sure your pet feels safe, happy, and loved. I treat every pet like family, making their safety and comfort my top priority. In your home, I follow your routines closely to keep things familiar and stress-free. I’m gentle, patient, and always alert to your pet’s behavior to ensure they feel secure and well-cared for. I create a calm, loving environment—whether it’s giving them space to relax, playtime to stay active, or simply being present so they never feel alone. Building trust with both pets and their owners is what matters most to me.
“I just adopted a 2 yo hound mix who is a handful. I have so much confidence in Tiffany’s ability to handle her and continue her training while in her care. I just don’t worry at all. Tiffany is great.”
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Johnny L.
“Johnny got some kinda santería-magic-witchcraft-voodoo thing going on that makes dogs respect him. Maybe it's a glow only dogs can see. I don't know... but I know he called my dog respectful, and you have to be a saint to consider my dog respectful. If he can walk my dog, he can walk your dog, trust me.”
Joon Woo L.Star Sitter
“Joon was amazing with drop in visits for my dog 3 days in a row. He was super thorough and accommodating and I could tell that he really cared for my dog. I would definitely book him again and recommend to anyone!”
Jeraldine P.
“Jeraldine was excellent with our Champy! She honored my request for a meet-and-greet so that I could explain my dog's medications. Provided substantial walk, detailed Rover Card, and gave meds as directed. We will be asking for repeat walks moving forward!”
Alexandro P.
“Alexandro has been great with Champy. Gave a thorough walk, on time, and gave meds as directed. We will look forward to future walks!”
Emmanuel M.Star Sitter
“Manny is very good at what he does!! My little dog is a little difficult to handle and Manny did very well with her. He always kept him up to date while I was away. Highly recommended.”
Emmanuel L.
“We have been working with Emmanuel for almost 2 years on both regular walks Monday through Friday, emergency walks, and drop-in walks (3xs/day) when out of town. We have a 12-year old Pittie who absolutely adores him, and we trust him with her care. She is dog-reactive, has a heart condition (and now lymphoma), and required meds when we’re away. Emmanuel treated her with so much care and love and almost daily walked her MUCH longer than the 30 minutes we requested. He’s professional and friendly and is just an all around good person. If it weren’t for her costs of her cancer treatment, we’d still be using him. Highly recommend Emmanuel!”
Essence S.Star Sitter
“Essence is so wonderful with my dog Winnie. she goes above and beyond with a smile and a sense of humor. I’m very fortunate that she agreed to walk my pup, who isn’t the easiest to walk. Highly recommend Essence!”
Alessandra L.
“Alessandra has watched my dogs when I went out of town multiple times. She's fed them, walked them, groomed them, etc. Every time I come back the dogs are in great spirits, healthy and look forward to seeing her again each time.”
Eveling P.
“Eveling was a BIG HELP with our sometimes picky dog. Professional, flexible, communicative- what a great dog walker. We’d be lucky to absolutely work with her again 🐕”
Jeanine B.
“Jeanine has watched Cairo and Coco several times over the past year. She has consistently been on time and provides me with daily updates and pictures. She is reliable and extremely trust worthy. I would definitely hire her again!”
Derricker B.
“My family & I love Derricker, but my fur baby, Ghost loves her even more! She is always responsive, prompt, kind, fully accommodating (even during last minute requests), let alone fantastic with Ghost. I travel often and she is always the first I reach out to for her services. Even as an overprotective dog mom, I trust Ghost to be in good hands with her. I look forward to booking her many more times in the future! We cannot thank her enough!”
Shelly G.
Star Sitter
“Thank you Shelly for helping us out on short notice when we needed some backup help because of work travel. :) Our pup was in high spirits when we returned home and Shelly was punctual and communicative the whole time!”
Angelique C.
“Very happy that I was Angelique's first client to walk my furbaby. She was very thorough and sweet. She made sure to keep me updated and I will definitely book with her again.”
Bianca B.
“Bianca is awesome and super patient with my dog. She is very communicative and sends updates through out the day. Highly recommend!”
Aliza M.
“Aliza is amazing with animals!! She's great with dogs (ask her about Joey, a ridiculous Havanese) and she took loving care of my special-needs cat for two years. lets just say she definitely has a lot of experience with all kinds of cat messes, and there is nothing your pet can do that she hasn't seen before.”
Isabella H.Star Sitter
“Isabella is the loveliest person. She really hit it off with my dog Winnie and they took fun packed walks. Isabella is so patient, letting Winnie go at her own pace, stop to do her Springtime rolls, and reported back to me in great detail about how everything went. Once when a hail/thunderstorm popped up, Isabella waited inside a long time till Winnie “agreed to go out”. She didn’t have to do that!! I told her to go! But she instead braved the rain, held an umbrella over Winnie, and took her for a half hour walk. I was blown away. I have not met Isabella in person but I can tell she’s a one in a million, a real responsible and caring person!”
Tiffany G.
“Tiffany did a great job walking my puppy.”
Yarley M.
“Yarley is very attentive, communicative and caring. She is dedicated to making fur babies feel comfortable and i would trust that she would take care of your fur baby as if it was her own.”
Lawrence M.
About: I’ve cared for dogs since I was 4, growing up with two pups—one large and one small—until I was 15. More recently, I raised a puppy for a year before helping them find their forever home. My experience spans all ages and sizes, from playful pups to strong large breeds. I’m confident, patient, and truly love connecting with each dog’s unique personality. I currently work a part-time remote job, which gives me a flexible schedule and the ability to be responsive throughout the day. I have every evening free, as well as all day Friday, which I can fully dedicate to your pet’s care. Whether it’s regular walks, feeding, playtime, or just keeping them company, I’m available when it matters most to make sure your pet feels safe, happy, and loved. I treat every pet like family, making their safety and comfort my top priority. In your home, I follow your routines closely to keep things familiar and stress-free. I’m gentle, patient, and always alert to your pet’s behavior to ensure they feel secure and well-cared for. I create a calm, loving environment—whether it’s giving them space to relax, playtime to stay active, or simply being present so they never feel alone. Building trust with both pets and their owners is what matters most to me.
Tiffany F.
“I just adopted a 2 yo hound mix who is a handful. I have so much confidence in Tiffany’s ability to handle her and continue her training while in her care. I just don’t worry at all. Tiffany is great.”
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Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Riverdale on Rover as of Aug 2025 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.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple dog walkers about your booking. Typically, 83% of Riverdale dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in Riverdale 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 Riverdale.
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.
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