Dog Walking San Luis Obispo

About: I've worked with many kinds of dogs, big and small, as I have my own lovely pup and volunteer with dogs at the shelter frequently. I am currently in school at Cal Poly, but am the most available on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. On the weekends, I am available both days in Lompoc. At home, my dog gets 30-65 minute long walks depending on what he feels like and weather. I try to provide the dogs at the shelter with the same thing.

“Adrienne was amazing with Nyx. She was on time for picking up Nyx and walked her for an extra 15 minutes. Nyx got all her zoomies out and was an absolutely happy calm pup when she got home. Adrienne sent pictures and logged all Nyx’s bathroom breaks. I would highly recommend Adrienne for all your pet’s needs! 12/10!!!”

Andrew H.

“Marli was great! She met all our needs and answered our questions. This was our first time using Rover and we had a pleasant experience. Will definitely be contacting her again in the future.”

Riley S.

About: Hi pet parents! I am a college student at Cal Poly! I am an Animal Science major and plan on becoming a veterinarian. I have pet sat for family and friends for many years. I have experience with cats and dogs of all sizes. I have shadowed vets to gain experience for vet school so I have seen how animals are handled in a professional setting. I have a great passion for working with animals, and I can’t wait to meet your pet! Although I am a busy college student, I am very willing and able to care for your pets! I am able to work around my class schedule. Your pets safety is one of my priorities. I believe creating a sense of trust with your pet helps ensure their safety. I am very patient with animals and always want the best for them.

About: I’m a lifelong animal lover with personal experience caring for both dogs and cats. My dog, Malibu, was part of my family for 16 years. She lived with my parents for the first nine years of her life, and I cared for her personally during her final seven years. She even became a world traveler with her own pet passport. Caring for Malibu through her senior years taught me patience, consistency, and how important it is to adjust care as a pet’s needs change. For the past two years, I have also helped care for a cat named Sami. That experience has taught me how to build trust with cats, respect their boundaries, and pay close attention to their routines and behavior. I’m dependable, organized, patient, and respectful of other people’s homes. I carefully follow feeding schedules, walking routines, litter-box instructions, and any special requests. I also provide regular updates and photos so pet parents can feel confident that their pets are safe, comfortable, and receiving plenty of attention while they are away. I work remotely Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., which allows me to be home with your pet throughout the day. I can provide regular potty breaks, walks, meals, playtime, companionship, and supervision while still maintaining their normal routine. Because I’m home during the workday, your pet will not be left alone for long periods. I’m also available for overnight care, evenings, and weekends, depending on my schedule. I live in a quiet neighborhood with several safe and enjoyable walking routes nearby. My two-bedroom apartment provides a calm, comfortable environment, and I have a fenced back patio that is perfect for supervised sunbathing, fresh air, and naps. My home also has air conditioning to keep pets comfortable during warmer weather, and there are multiple parks less than five minutes away for walks and outdoor time. I carefully follow each pet parent’s instructions, including feeding schedules, walk routines, medication directions, household rules, and any special care needs. Whether I’m caring for a pet in my home or theirs, I prioritize safety, consistency, cleanliness, and regular communication. I also provide updates and photos so pet parents can feel confident that their pet is comfortable and well cared for.

“JOSH was great to work with. He was very prompt and also very flexible if a time needed to change on occasion. He and my dog, Shiloh, seem to bond quite well over the weeks that I needed JOSH‘s walking services. I highly recommend JOSH for taking care of your pet, without reservation.”

Phil C.

About: Your dog is as much an individual as you are and we are here to help your puppies to have exactly the experience that they need. I am a life long dog lover and have had many dogs over the years (work travel prevents me from ownership right now). Over the years my household (me, adult son, grand daughter (6)) have adopted or fostered a wide variety of dogs from a puppy to be trained and moved on to forever home to senior dogs who ultimately ended up with their forever home right here. I am excellent at giving medication (was a LPN for humans), long walks that I enjoy as much as the dog, and am open to any dog related service your dog may need. I will always treat your dog like the wonderful individual they are. I am open to any size dog and ANY breed (I have great relationships with pit bulls, Chihuahua's, and other high difficulty breads) All dogs must have flee control and be up on vaccinations (and licensed). I was reading the Rover information for customers and it said you should ask about how much cuddle time, playtime, and walks cost. Your pet will get all the cuddles, walks, and playtime they can stand for free. I do this because everybody in my house loves dogs and want to make new furry friends. Feel free to contact me with any questions I am a work from home writer, artist, photographer, and journalist, so I have lots of open time. I do travel for work in the summer months which does leave some days completely unavailable, but otherwise ready to walk from 8am to 8pm, seven days a week. There is no other way to say it, I love dogs and will treat your dog with more respect than most humans receive. The walks will be well planned and any care will be exactly what you requested.

About: I’ve worked at a private pet salon that specialized in dogs, interacting with and taking care of dogs in a grooming setting. I’ve also owned multiple dogs and have dog set multiple times for acquaintances. I especially love senior dogs as I think they deserve to experience the love and care that they have given throughout their lives. I’m currently a full-time student at Cal Poly, but I have a lot of times on weekends and can work around class schedules! I cannot have a dog in my apartment so I really enjoy spending time with other peoples pets! I know that every dog is different and has separate needs that will come with their personality and age, and I’m more than happy to accommodate whatever they need to feel comfortable and loved!

About: I have two dogs at home and have had a lot of experience dog and cat starting in elementary school and every year since then! I’m a college student so my schedule is a bit all over the place. Besides classes Monday-Thursday I have no specific commitments so plenty of time to hang out with your pets! I cannot take care of animals in my own place but I’m excited to take care of dogs and cats where they’re used to — their own home :)

“Holly was so sweet and very communicative. I will definitely book her again!”

Amber C.

About: I grew up on a small farm with dogs, cats, chickens, ducks, and goats, so I've got a lifetime of experience with all kinds of furry friends. Professionally, I've worked at a couple different dog boarding/daycare/training places before switching to a job that was more fitting to what I went to school for. I’m comfortable with various types of pets in terms of breed, age, temperament, and lifestyle (up-keeping training, giving meds, disabilities, etc). I'm currently working full time but am free most mornings in the week for walks or playtime. I'm free most weekends for overnight pet sitting and am open to extended at homesitting as well. Despite working most of the week, I'm pretty flexible and open to working around different schedules in order to meet the needs of your pets as well as meet the needs of the owner. I'm down to run, play, walk, clean, cuddle, groom, escort, chauffeur or even just chill with your animals, whatever they need. :) If I'm staying in their home, my goals is to maintain their routine, whether that's specific feeding/medication times or upkeeping current training commands. I've taken care of dogs of almost all ages and activity levels so I can adapt to most needs that your pup may have.

About: I’ve taken care of all kinds of animals from bunnies, to chickens, puppies, dogs, kittens, and cats! Family friends have relied on me to provide love and care for their babies for over 12 years! I used to foster cats and kittens but now I’ve been focusing on dog sitting and providing excellent care and entertainment for the doggies I’m in charge of! I’m currently working part-time (about 10 hours a week) so l am very excited to say that I have plenty of time to dedicate to caring for pets. I have a fenced front yard and my house is super doggy and kitty-friendly. I will be available for potty breaks anytime. We can play indoors or outdoors or both! Whatever your fur baby prefers

About: I’m very active and I love taking care of (and talking to) all ages of dogs: puppies through seniors. I have dog-walked and grown up with dogs and know very well how to care for them. I’m currently home for the holidays and am looking for some part-time work to fill my schedule and spend a little more time with dogs!! I have had multiple dogs in my life and I’ve taken care of, fed, walked, and given medication to pets. I am able to safely do that for other dogs with proper and happy care!!

About: ​Lifelong pet lover and pet mom offering fun walks, playful energy, and a safe environment. I’ll treat your furry family member just like my own! Working part-time for the school district leaves my afternoons and weekends wide open and completely dedicated to feeding, walking, chilling and playing with your pets. I treat every home and pet with the utmost respect. Safety means constant supervision, secure environments, and clear communication. I strictly follow your house rules and pet routines to keep them happy, safe, and comfortable.

“Genevieve was fantastic with my dog! She was so attentive and patient with all his little quirks, and made him feel really comfortable with her! She checked in and updated me on anything that came up, and she sent the best photos of my dog out on their adventures. I’d HIGHLY recommend her :)”

Nina L.

About: I used to work at a dog shelter in San Francisco and did rehabilitation of special needs dogs for 2 years. I currently volunteer with the dogs at San Luis Obispo County Animal Services. Comfortable with almost any dog. I've taken care of feral dogs since I was a kid. My friends always have me watch their pets or step in and help with medical recovery as needed. I'm home every day at the moment. When I'm not home the dogs have the choice of a crate or gated area in the kitchen. Unfortunately they don't get to free roam unless I know them well. I currently have no pets at home and live alone so your pet will be my main focus when they are with me. My house is a very calm environment both indoors and outdoors. No fenced yard but plenty of outdoor space and close to many good walks. If they are staying the night they need to be comfortable sleeping in a crate or gated area in the kitchen.

“Mariah was great with my dog! She was very attentive to him, sent photos while out walking him, and made me feel really comfortable knowing he was well taken care of!”

Lacey G.

“Wonderful always!”

Nathan B.

About: Hi! I’m a graduate student in Animal Behavior & Welfare working on my thesis in wildlife detection dogs from home. I’ve worked with dogs & cats for 10 years and have trained dogs for 8, including service dogs through a professional nonprofit organization. I have raised countless puppies in this time, so I can certainly help properly socialize your puppy so they can grow up to be the best version of themself. I also compete in dog sports for fun with my dogs, two working line German shepherds and one husky mix. So I’m well equipped to care for dogs that are… “a lot!” I’m on my way to becoming an Applied Animal Behaviorist and have finished all my coursework in behavior with a 4.0 GPA, so when your pets come with me, they’ll benefit from my extensive knowledge on understanding behavior and maximizing welfare. My prices might be a little higher than others, but I promise it will be worth it for the level of care & expertise I provide! I’m home full time as I finish my thesis remotely. The animals I care for come first, whether it be early morning potty breaks or afternoon activities. My schedule is flexible and I have ample time to give your pets the attention they need, while also giving them quiet time to rest in a private space. When pets stay with me, they have their own spare bedroom to sleep in. They can have a crate in there, or stay loose in the room and sleep on the bed. We have a small yard, so I opt to take dogs out 4 times a day to potty in a small park right outside my front door. We can play here too! A lot of dogs like to sunbathe in our yard, including my own. I have three dogs who all have different preferences in their dog friends, so it’s likely your dog will find a best friend here. Or, if your dog prefers not to be around other dogs, that’s no problem either. They can hang out with just me! I always use long lines and either harnesses or safely fitted collars to walk dogs, so they can have maximum freedom to express themselves while also staying safe and comfortable.

About: As a lifelong pet owner and passionate animal lover, I bring years of hands - on experience caring for both cats and dogs. I've had the pleasure of working with a wide variety of animals and I'm completely comfortable walking, feeding, playing with, and nurturing them as if they were my own. In addition to over ten years of pet sitting and house sitting, I have extensive volunteer experience with local animal shelters and rescue organizations. Through this work, I’ve cared for animals of all breeds, temperaments, and needs, gaining valuable experience in everything from basic care to administering medication and supporting special needs pets. I’m energetic, dependable, and deeply committed to providing the highest level of care. You can trust that your pets will be treated with the same love, attention, and respect I give to mine. I'm also highly flexible and happy to work around your schedule and specific needs. Gabi In the office Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8am-5pm; I have evenings and weekends off with a flexible schedule. I’m passionate about dogs and love helping people. Available for overnights and happy to accommodate your needs. I will follow the instructions provided by you to make sure your dog is safe at all times. I can crate them if you prefer.