Dog Walking in Salem
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1. Jessika H.
“Jessika was easily the best I’ve found in the app by far. I work long hours and require someone to stop by for a walk and food/water break. She was great with my puppy and even left a little surprise for her. My little girl seemed much less stressed after her visits and it completely removed the stress of worrying about her while working. I would absolutely recommend Jessika!”
2. Hunter A.
“Hunter has saved the day again! She is reliable & so sweet with our Milo. Hunter kept fantastic communication & it was clear that Milo missed her!”
3. Emily C.
“Tiki and Dolly love their walks with Emily! She is great about communicating their experiences and promptly checks in when she thinks necessary. We will definitely call on her again.”
4. Samantha A.
“Samantha is great! She came by to walk our dogs and sent us lots of pictures which I really appreciated, it was clear that they were in good hands!”
5. Kiera L.
“she was very polite and aware of the dogs needs, definitely stayed in touch with me the whole time which made me feel safer. Definitely will be rebooking with her! Give her a chance, you won’t regret it.”
6. Whitney S.
“Whitney is an awesome caregiver for my 15 year old beagle, Brady. She is always punctual, responsible and so caring. I never have to worry because I know he is in good hands. She takes him on walks, cares for him overnight and gives him so much love. Brady is on a few medications and she has no problem administering them at the necessary times in addition to his normal feeding schedule. Whitney truly has a love for animals and treats them all like her own. Brady always comes home with a huge smile on his face when he stays with Whitney! I couldn't be more thankful for her!!”
7. Samantha A.
About: I have 2 dogs. One is a senior Shih Tzu and one is a one year old mix. They both get along well with dogs and cats. I have had dogs my whole life and will treat yours as my own.. I work remotely and I'm home most all day. I have 3 kids who also love dogs and cats. I have a fenced in back yard with lots of room to run and play. My dogs love meeting and playing with new friends! I will care for your pet as if they were my own. I am highly attentive, and your pet will have a great time and love being in my care.
8. Carol G.
“Reliable, attentive, and I think my dog is in love with her 😍. He is calm and happy when I return home. This is a great service and Carol is A+.”
9. Laylani B.
“Good communication and took the time with my dog.”
10. Jenny W.
“Great pet sitter!! I couldn’t be happier with Jenny’s services. She went above and beyond and treated my furry babies like her own. My three dogs love her!!”
11. Julia C.
“Julia did a great job with my two-year-old German Shepherd! He took to her right away and came back tired and happy. I will definitely hire her again!”
12. Josh S.
“We have had Josh pet sit our 3 dogs on several occasions. We have been very pleased with how well our dogs are cared for and loved! He goes above and beyond to make sure we have a peace of mind when we are away from our pets by sending updates and photos of the dogs enjoying their time while we are away. We love our dogs like they are our family and would only leave them in the best of care! We have found that in Josh! Highly recommend him for your pet’s home away from home. :)”
13. Rebecca F.
“Rebecca was available to come over short notice and provided lots of photos and details from their walk. Winnie def looked like she enjoyed it. Will def use her again in the future!”
14. Hannah K.
“Hannah is amazing with my dogs! My special needs/reactive dog warmed up to her after just two meetings! I would 100% recommend her”
15. Crystal H.
“Sig seemed happy with the walks! Thank you!”
16. Bryanna Y.
About: I’ve taken care of animals since I was about 6. I’ve trained puppies and taken care of senior dogs. I’m an expert walker and love to play with all kinds of fur-babies! I do have a full time job but my morning is always open along with the full days on my days off which is two days a week. As long as I know where all the necessities are for your fur-baby everything will go smoothly! If your pet needs to be crated I feel comfortable doing so and if not I would take them out every 2 hours to use the bathroom unless told otherwise!
17. Josie B.
“If you are looking for someone to take care of your pets, I highly recommend Josie! She is very responsible, experienced, caring, and is great with communicating. My cats and dogs love Josie, and I always know my pets are under the best care with her. You can also really tell that she loves animals. She has always treated my pets as if they were her own!”
18. Oaklea R.
About: I’ve been pet-sitting since I was 15 years old. I’ve worked in 2 vet offices as a kennel assistant, so I have experience bathing, simple grooming, administering medication, and walking. I recently graduated from the University of North Alabama with a degree in biology. I would love the opportunity to look after your pets for you, I know for me my dog is much more than just a pet. She’s my baby, and I’ll treat your kiddos the same way I treat mine: with love and affection! I have plenty of free time to care for your animals. I’m more than flexible with scheduling and cancellations, so my availability is wide open. I have one other dog in the house, a red Doberman, and she’s never met someone she didn’t love. She’s so lovable and gets along with every dog she’s ever been around. I walk my dog daily and it would be no trouble at all to walk yours too.
19. Mylah G.
“Mylah walked my dog Doozier for three days while I was out of town. She is very responsible, arrived for walks as scheduled, and is a great communicator. Most importantly, she allowed Doozier to take the walk that he is accustomed to, which is slow and deliberate. I could not be more pleased to meet Mylah and would trust her with my dog any time.”
20. Jay H.
About: I have had dogs all my life and have one of my own now who loves to have friends and visitors come over! I offer walking services, house visits, and boarding in the Salem, VA area. I work full-time, so I am mostly available for weekend boarding, house visits, walks, etc. While your pets are staying with us, they will be treated with the utmost care and will be guaranteed to have an active and safe time in our fenced in backyard. I have had experience caring for all ages of dogs from puppies to older "puppies at heart," including providing medication orally or shots as necessary. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me and I will be glad to answer any questions.
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Doggy Walking FAQs
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Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Salem on Rover as of Mar 2025 was about $18 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 Mar 2025, there are 524 dog walkers in Salem. 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, 86% of Salem dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in Salem have an average of 17 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 Salem.
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 524 dog walkers in Salem on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Salem, 100% 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.
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