Dog Walking in Rochester

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Sitter Profile Image: Scott K.
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Scott K.
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$15
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4.9 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
5 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Rochester, MN, 55901

I appreciate Scott's care for our pup, communication, and availability when we needed him on short notice. Hucklebear liked Scott and seemed very comfortable with him. Thanks, Scott!

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Elizabeth W.
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Bethany G.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
9 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Rochester, MN, 55902

Whisky loved being walked by Bethany! She was quick to respond to messages, walked Whisky on time, and treated him with kindness. We will be calling Bethany again!

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Lauren J.
Sitter Profile Image: Ella D.
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Ella D.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Rochester, MN, 55901

About: With years of hands-on pet care experience, I provide compassionate, reliable, and personalized care for every animal. I treat each furry friend like family, ensuring they feel safe, loved, and happy while in my care. I also have experience with special needs and senior animals so I’m comfortable giving meds if needed. I’m currently working a part-time job and im a part time college student. My schedule may very each week, but Im almost always free in the afternoons. I usually get done with class at 10am and then I work every other day starting at 5pm. I’m usually not available on weekends because I work. When introducing myself to a new animal I like to start out quite and get on there level to make them feel more comfortable. I sometimes like to bring toys or treats to help the animal get more used to me. I treat every pet like family and make sure they feel happy and safe by respecting there spaces, personality, and unique needs.

Sitter Profile Image: Lindsey G.
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Lindsey G.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
297 reviews
57 repeat clients
23 years of experience
Rochester, MN, 55904

Lindsey was the best dog-walker we could ask for... We have a spirited labrador retriever, and she handled him beautifully, safely and timely. I always received pictures, video and a status report with every walk. I would recommend Lindsey to anyone seeking a reliable dog walker.

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Chris S.
Sitter Profile Image: Hound K.
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Hound K.
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$18
per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
187 reviews
60 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Rochester, MN, 55904

Hound has been great with our dogs and they seem relaxed and happy when we get home. Manages the needs of our very old husky and young border collie mix very well so they both get the attention and exercise they need.

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Sitter Profile Image: Olivia E.
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Olivia E.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
3 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Rochester, MN, 55901

Olivia was wonderful with my dog, Lilo. She was reliable and easy to communicate with, and I really appreciated the updates and photos after the walks. Lilo clearly enjoyed their time together. It gave me a lot of peace of mind knowing she was getting good walks and attention. I’d happily book with her again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Laney B.
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Laney B.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
5 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Rochester, MN, 55902

Great for helping out and on short notice. Much appreciated

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Anne B.
Sitter Profile Image: Brittney P.
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Brittney P.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
491 reviews
117 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Rochester, MN, 55901

Brittney is great with Butters! He loves his weekly walks. He is high energy but Brittney knows what she a doing! We appreciate all of her help.

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Sitter Profile Image: Devon H.
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Devon H.
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$20
per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
4 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Rochester, MN, 55904

About: My entire childhood my aunt who lived with us, bred toy poodles. So, caring for puppies to dogs is my specialty. From feeding to walks, snuggles and play, I do it all with love and care. Since having children, we have discussed fostering dogs and we found this would be the best way to love on some dogs and make an income as a stay-at-home mom of two. I am a stay-at-home mom, so we are available mostly all the time other than drop off and Pickup from school, and can move commitments around fairly easily. I have a fenced in yard, and two young children to run around and play with your fur baby, walk with them and help feed them. We live in a quiet neighborhood with a lot of running space along walking paths.

Sitter Profile Image: Taylor S.
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Taylor S.
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$22
per walk
4.8 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
8 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Rochester, MN, 55904

About: I have 10+ years of experience taking care of different indoor animals. Along with having a dog of my own, I also foster dogs through Camp Companion! I’m a part time nurse, and on my days off I love spending time caring for & playing with my dog and any foster dogs in our home at the time. We are always open to more love in our house, and we’d be happy to open our home to your animals! My resident dog takes daily medication, so I am comfortable giving meds. We have a 6ft fenced in yard, with plenty of room to run and play. We have multiple types of toys and enrichment activities to tire your pup out both physically and mentally. We have baby gates up, so animals can be separated as needed.

Sitter Profile Image: Grace S.
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Grace S.
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$22
per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
51 reviews
27 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Rochester, MN, 55902

I'm visiting Mayo and had a sudden change of plan and needed someone to walk my dog on short notice. Grace was quick to answer my message and helped me out in a time in need! She really saved the day and Morgan was happy to go for a walk and get some fresh air. I would use her services again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Denielle G.
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Denielle G.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
185 reviews
81 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Rochester, MN, 55901

My pickles absolutely loved his walk with Denielle. Her communication and attention to detail are top notch. If you are looking for top teir dog sitter or walker who loves your furry friends like her own then look no further!

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Sitter Profile Image: Lily D.
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Lily D.
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$14
per walk
10 years of experience
Rochester, MN, 55906

About: Hello! Thanks for considering me to care for your furry companion. I have been around all types of animals for as long as I can remember. We always had pets in my family growing up. I have spent a lot of time over the past decade walking for and training my own dog, Bowie, but after his passing I've found myself with a lot of time and love to give. I am comfortable with all breeds and have lots of experience caring for large dogs. I work a full-time office job and am not available most weekdays until after 6pm. Tuesday is the exception during the week and I should have free time to take care of any pet that may need it. I care for your pets in your home by respecting their boundaries, giving them plenty of attention, taking our time to sniff on walks, and whatever else you or they would like. My goal is to treat each pet as if they are my own.

Sitter Profile Image: Griffin G.
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Griffin G.
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$15
per walk
1 year of experience
Rochester, MN, 55902

About: Hello! My name is Griffin and I'm 20 years old. I have owned dogs my entire life and I have two living with me along side a cat! I currently work at The Family Fido just outside of Stewartville. During my time there, I have worked with many different breeds and sizes of dogs while supervising group play! Not all of the dogs that stay with us are dog friendly so I have worked with solo dogs too! The Family Fido is a boarding/daycare/rescue facility so as part of my job I take care of feeding and medications. Since I started, we have had 5 litters of puppies that I have helped to raise before they have been adopted out to families. I have learned a lot of training skills and I will be attending dog conferences in the future to build my experience even more! Working at a boarding and rescue facility I work with dogs daily and for hours at a time. I own two dogs as well that I work with around the house daily! I am able to do walks, feeding, bathing, nail trims, play, and continue any training that your dog may currently be working on! I am also open to working with anxious or less confident dogs as well as handling more than one dog at a time!

Sitter Profile Image: Rhea B.
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Rhea B.
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$22
per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
10 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Rochester, MN, 55901

Archie enjoyed this walk a lot! Thank you

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Sitter Profile Image: Emily G.
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Emily G.
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$20
per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
35 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Rochester, MN, 55904

Emily is amazing!!! My little toy Aussie is timid and afraid of most people, but she went right up to Emily the first time they met and she is happy to see her every time. Emily is a great communicator too, which is awesome.

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Sitter Profile Image: Matthew M.
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Matthew M.
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$20
per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
6 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Rochester, MN, 55902

Matthew did an excellent job with my 12-year-old dachshund named Isaac. He was quick to respond, right on time, very friendly, and is clearly experienced with dogs. Isaac can sometimes feel stressed when separating from me in a new environment, but Matthew immediately knew how to help keep him calm and comfortable. He sent photos during the walk, recommended some great parks and dog-friendly walking areas around Rochester, and chose an excellent place for us to meet. You can tell he genuinely enjoys spending time with animals and pays attention to their individual needs and personalities. Overall this was a fantastic experience and I would absolutely trust Matthew with Isaac again in the future. I highly recommend Matthew for taking good care of people's pets.

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Sitter Profile Image: Nicholas R.
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Nicholas R.
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$20
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4.9 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
3 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Rochester, MN, 55906

About: I’ve taken care of dogs & cats for 14 years and have done Rover for over two years with many repeat clients. I had to make a new account. Family members have relied on me to watch over their fur babies, take them on walks and give oral medication. I have had my own dog & cat. I’ve have experience with puppies, senior dogs, kittens & senior cats. I’m currently working full time on weekdays but weekends are open for me. I can do overnight on weekends and drop ins and walks. I always make sure we set up and introduction with your dog and/or cat so they can get comfortable with me. We never leave the house without a leash!! Your dog will always be leashes when going outside. I won’t let your dogs interact with other dogs (due to chance of injury to your fur baby) if you do want me to have your dogs interact with other dogs let me know and I can do that.

Sitter Profile Image: David S.
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David S.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
2 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Rochester, MN, 55901

David is very nice and social!! Worked amazing with my Puppy Fiona. All around nice person.

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Sitter Profile Image: Grace H.
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Grace H.
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$13
per walk
5 years of experience
Rochester, MN, 55904

About: I have grown up in a dog family! I have always had a dog and have helped dog sit for my neighbors. I love to take my family dog on walks and playing with her daily! I’m currently working as a nurse. With my flexible schedule, I can help you take care of your fluffy friends while you are hard at work. I come from a family that has always had a dog and feel very comfortable taking your dogs for a walk! I always use a non retractable leash and aim to avoid other dogs to ensure your pets safety and comfort!

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Matthew did an excellent job with my 12-year-old dachshund named Isaac. He was quick to respond, right on time, very friendly, and is clearly experienced with dogs. Isaac can sometimes feel stressed when separating from me in a new environment, but Matthew immediately knew how to help keep him calm and comfortable. He sent photos during the walk, recommended some great parks and dog-friendly walking areas around Rochester, and chose an excellent place for us to meet. You can tell he genuinely enjoys spending time with animals and pays attention to their individual needs and personalities. Overall this was a fantastic experience and I would absolutely trust Matthew with Isaac again in the future. I highly recommend Matthew for taking good care of people's pets.

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Paul H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Grace did great with our pupper! Easy to communicate with, very responsive, and she did a great job with our pupper!

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Vishal S.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

It is obvious that Denielle cares about her fur clients very much. Additionally she is very personable. We appreciate her care.

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Linda C.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

Scott did so great with my dog! He was quick to answer messages and was on time. My pup had a great walk!

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Lauren J.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

While we were away, Anne cared for our elderly dog. We can’t say enough about how great her care was for our old gal! We are so thankful for her attention to detail and thoughtfulness in providing the right amount of exercise, affection, food and water. We definitely recommend Anne!

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Alexandra M.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

This was my first time booking dog walking with Callie and she was amazing!! Took great care of my boy Waylon, provided plenty of photos, and had detailed (and adorable) notes for the end of each visit. Her communication was also fantastic throughout booking and visits! Highly recommend to anyone looking for someone to care for their pup!

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Faith M.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

Olivia was wonderful with my dog, Lilo. She was reliable and easy to communicate with, and I really appreciated the updates and photos after the walks. Lilo clearly enjoyed their time together. It gave me a lot of peace of mind knowing she was getting good walks and attention. I’d happily book with her again!

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Sara S.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

Bethany is fantastic! Easily reachable, responsive, prompt, and professional! My dog easily warmed up to her. I’d highly recommend Bethany and will be booking with her again!

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Anna S.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

Delaney was great at communicating and making sure to take the best care of our pets! We will definitely book with her again.

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McKenzie L.
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Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Rochester on Rover as of May 2026 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.

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As of May 2026, there are 255 dog walkers in Rochester. 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 Rochester dog walkers respond in under an hour.

Dog walkers in Rochester have an average of 17 years of experience. Dog walkers with repeat customers have an average of 5 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 Rochester.

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:

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There are 255 dog walkers in Rochester on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Rochester, 89% 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.