Dog Walking in San Mateo
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Top rated San Mateo dog walkers

“Heleen took excellent care of our dog for an extended 2 week stay and was thorough and provided detailed updates with many great photos She will leave your pet cared for and happy as she did with us. Thank you!”


“Lauri has been wonderful with my golden retriever and always gave great updates. Would recommend to anyone looking for a professional, reliable dog walker!”


“Just saw this, sorry it’s belated. Jeremy is the best. We have a rescue Shepherd that we’ve had for about 4 months. She’s a very sweet dog, but if given a chance, she RUNS away. I mean she BOLTS! I know floor I’ll join you. I don’t know. Jeremy is the one I picked from all the others, and my intuition was right. He’s the only one we trust Heidi with. When he took her on the first walk, we didn’t worry a second!! Thank you, Jeremy!!!”


“I recently had to go back to work 5 days a week and it was the first time I had to hire someone for ongoing dog walks. Understandably, I was very worried - my pup would now be away from me for 9 hours a day, I didn’t know how she would be with a complete stranger 🥺 so I installed a camera at first, but took it off after a week because Thaina is very gentle with my German Shepherd, my baby girl is definitely happy to see her, and on pictures Thaina takes, my pup looks very happy 😊 neighbors also mentioned the two look very comfortable with each other! Thaina is responsive in Rover chat and good at following directions. Highly recommend 💛”



“Allison has been such an amazing "friend" to our dog, Kona. We can tell how much Kona is loved and cared for while we are away at work and school. We get regular updates on how Kona is doing, including pictures! Would definitely recommend Allison for your dog's needs!”


“Alexander is doing a great job of walking Max & Mochi. Mochi is fearful and Alexander knows how to approach a fearful dog and reward them positively to boost their confidence. He is gentle and approaches Mochi slowly with treats and encouragement. Both Max and Mochi appear to enjoy their walks with him!”


“Mara was great! I was able to book her last minute and she was great at communicating and making my pup happy! I appreciated all the picture too!”


About: Puppies are my specialty. I have raised over 20 puppies for multiple service dog organizations as well as fostering for a few different rescues. With my experience as a veterinary technician I am very familiar with the care of older pets and those with special needs. I also have almost 20 years of experience walking dogs for other people. I currently work full time but mostly swings shifts 3pm -11pm, so I am available before 3pm while most people are at work. I am also available for late night visits if needed. I treat every client's pet as I would my own. Creating a positive relationship with the animals I work with is most important to me.

“Noah is a very responsible, very caring and very trustworthy individuals for our fur babies. I trust him 100%. He is punctual with gear communication and has our fur babies best interest. You will not be disappointed!!!!”

“I couldn’t be happier with Angieand the care they provide for my dog Basel! From the very first meeting, it was clear that she genuinely love animals and has a natural way of connecting with them. Basel, who can be shy with new people and is special needs, immediately warmed up to her. Angie is always punctual, professional, and communicative. I especially love the photos during each walk, which gives me so much peace of mind knowing my boy is in good hands. She also goes above and beyond by making sure Basel gets plenty of exercise and enrichment, and always take extra care to ensure his safety. I’ve noticed such a positive difference in Basel since we started working with Angie —he is happier, and so excited when he hears her approaching our door. I highly recommend Angie to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring dog walker. She's an absolute gem!”

“Sean is amazing! He is very communicative and is very punctual with his timing. I have him walk my pup 3 times a week and she always looks forward to her walks with him. I would definitely recommend him! He’s very reliable, flexible with scheduling and whatever your needs are for your pet. Thank you so much Sean for all you do! I definitely recommend him for any of your pet needs 🙂”


“Our dog loved waking with Alan. He was punctual and asked the right questions about her before starting the walk. We’ll surely book again with Alan soon!”


“Lueda has helped take care of my family’s pets on numerous occasions, and has always done a fantastic job! She has cared for our family’s dog ever since he was a puppy. She is attentive, caring, and a great communicator. Was respectful of our house and Harley was always excited to see her.”

“Claudia has been great with our dogs! She is really patient especially with our younger dog who can be skittish with strangers. She really takes the time to understand instructions and gives regular updates and sends pictures and videos!”


About: Hi! My name is Sam, and I am a recent college grad looking for some supplemental income while entering the job market. I am great with pets, and have been taking care of my own cat Lou for many years. I have pet-sat for friends and clients for over 4 years, and have experience taking care of pets with medications and other medical needs. With my own cat, I know how important it is to find a flexible and trustworthy petsitter! I am happy to walk dogs, spend time with pets during the day, and feed and care for pets while you are away. My schedule is very flexible, so I have plenty of time to visit your pet during the day or schedule over-night stays during the week or weekend. I happy to adapt to whatever quirks and emotional or physical needs your pet has! If there are any medical needs or personality issues to be aware of, I would love to organize a visit ahead of time to get to know the pet and their home. I am also happy to do other small things around the house as needed, like watering plants or bringing in packages.

“I appreciate how Doug is punctual and is commutative. It assures me he cares about Zoya and her walk time experience, which brings me great comfort.”


“Spencer is super personable and I can tell how great he is with dogs. Glad I found someone who is trusting and energetic cause Oliver can be a slight handful on walks ( lots of puppy energy)”


“Diana was very punctual and communicative. She took Pepper on some great walks! We would definitely work with her again!”


About: As a lifelong dog owner with experience in caring for a variety of breeds, I'm passionate about providing loving, attentive care. My home features a large backyard with grass, and your dog will enjoy daily walks and plenty of playtime with my children. Conveniently located near SFO airport, I also offer pick-ups upon request. Your dog will feel right at home while you're away! Pet care fits seamlessly into my daily routine. I prioritize daily walks and outdoor play, ensuring each dog gets plenty of exercise and attention. I do not work outside of the home and I am able to be present majority of the day with your pet, allowing me to be available to provide personalized care, including any special needs or preferences. I have a large fenced backyard and the dogs love our grass. My neighborhood is very walkable, and we'll ensure your pet has as many walks and exercise as needed daily!
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1. Heleen W.

“Heleen took excellent care of our dog for an extended 2 week stay and was thorough and provided detailed updates with many great photos She will leave your pet cared for and happy as she did with us. Thank you!”


2. Lauri D.


“Lauri has been wonderful with my golden retriever and always gave great updates. Would recommend to anyone looking for a professional, reliable dog walker!”


3. Jeremy H.

“Just saw this, sorry it’s belated. Jeremy is the best. We have a rescue Shepherd that we’ve had for about 4 months. She’s a very sweet dog, but if given a chance, she RUNS away. I mean she BOLTS! I know floor I’ll join you. I don’t know. Jeremy is the one I picked from all the others, and my intuition was right. He’s the only one we trust Heidi with. When he took her on the first walk, we didn’t worry a second!! Thank you, Jeremy!!!”


4. Thaina B.

“I recently had to go back to work 5 days a week and it was the first time I had to hire someone for ongoing dog walks. Understandably, I was very worried - my pup would now be away from me for 9 hours a day, I didn’t know how she would be with a complete stranger 🥺 so I installed a camera at first, but took it off after a week because Thaina is very gentle with my German Shepherd, my baby girl is definitely happy to see her, and on pictures Thaina takes, my pup looks very happy 😊 neighbors also mentioned the two look very comfortable with each other! Thaina is responsive in Rover chat and good at following directions. Highly recommend 💛”




5. Allison M.

“Allison has been such an amazing "friend" to our dog, Kona. We can tell how much Kona is loved and cared for while we are away at work and school. We get regular updates on how Kona is doing, including pictures! Would definitely recommend Allison for your dog's needs!”


6. Alexander L.

“Alexander is doing a great job of walking Max & Mochi. Mochi is fearful and Alexander knows how to approach a fearful dog and reward them positively to boost their confidence. He is gentle and approaches Mochi slowly with treats and encouragement. Both Max and Mochi appear to enjoy their walks with him!”


7. Mara B.

“Mara was great! I was able to book her last minute and she was great at communicating and making my pup happy! I appreciated all the picture too!”


8. Amie C.
About: Puppies are my specialty. I have raised over 20 puppies for multiple service dog organizations as well as fostering for a few different rescues. With my experience as a veterinary technician I am very familiar with the care of older pets and those with special needs. I also have almost 20 years of experience walking dogs for other people. I currently work full time but mostly swings shifts 3pm -11pm, so I am available before 3pm while most people are at work. I am also available for late night visits if needed. I treat every client's pet as I would my own. Creating a positive relationship with the animals I work with is most important to me.


9. Noah L.
“Noah is a very responsible, very caring and very trustworthy individuals for our fur babies. I trust him 100%. He is punctual with gear communication and has our fur babies best interest. You will not be disappointed!!!!”


10. Angela H.

“I couldn’t be happier with Angieand the care they provide for my dog Basel! From the very first meeting, it was clear that she genuinely love animals and has a natural way of connecting with them. Basel, who can be shy with new people and is special needs, immediately warmed up to her. Angie is always punctual, professional, and communicative. I especially love the photos during each walk, which gives me so much peace of mind knowing my boy is in good hands. She also goes above and beyond by making sure Basel gets plenty of exercise and enrichment, and always take extra care to ensure his safety. I’ve noticed such a positive difference in Basel since we started working with Angie —he is happier, and so excited when he hears her approaching our door. I highly recommend Angie to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring dog walker. She's an absolute gem!”


11. Sean W.

“Sean is amazing! He is very communicative and is very punctual with his timing. I have him walk my pup 3 times a week and she always looks forward to her walks with him. I would definitely recommend him! He’s very reliable, flexible with scheduling and whatever your needs are for your pet. Thank you so much Sean for all you do! I definitely recommend him for any of your pet needs 🙂”


12. Alan A.

“Our dog loved waking with Alan. He was punctual and asked the right questions about her before starting the walk. We’ll surely book again with Alan soon!”


13. Lueda S.
“Lueda has helped take care of my family’s pets on numerous occasions, and has always done a fantastic job! She has cared for our family’s dog ever since he was a puppy. She is attentive, caring, and a great communicator. Was respectful of our house and Harley was always excited to see her.”


14. Claudia M.

“Claudia has been great with our dogs! She is really patient especially with our younger dog who can be skittish with strangers. She really takes the time to understand instructions and gives regular updates and sends pictures and videos!”


15. Samantha H.
About: Hi! My name is Sam, and I am a recent college grad looking for some supplemental income while entering the job market. I am great with pets, and have been taking care of my own cat Lou for many years. I have pet-sat for friends and clients for over 4 years, and have experience taking care of pets with medications and other medical needs. With my own cat, I know how important it is to find a flexible and trustworthy petsitter! I am happy to walk dogs, spend time with pets during the day, and feed and care for pets while you are away. My schedule is very flexible, so I have plenty of time to visit your pet during the day or schedule over-night stays during the week or weekend. I happy to adapt to whatever quirks and emotional or physical needs your pet has! If there are any medical needs or personality issues to be aware of, I would love to organize a visit ahead of time to get to know the pet and their home. I am also happy to do other small things around the house as needed, like watering plants or bringing in packages.


16. Doug M.

“I appreciate how Doug is punctual and is commutative. It assures me he cares about Zoya and her walk time experience, which brings me great comfort.”


17. Spencer W.

“Spencer is super personable and I can tell how great he is with dogs. Glad I found someone who is trusting and energetic cause Oliver can be a slight handful on walks ( lots of puppy energy)”


18. Diana & Michael G.

“Diana was very punctual and communicative. She took Pepper on some great walks! We would definitely work with her again!”


19. Daniela N.
About: As a lifelong dog owner with experience in caring for a variety of breeds, I'm passionate about providing loving, attentive care. My home features a large backyard with grass, and your dog will enjoy daily walks and plenty of playtime with my children. Conveniently located near SFO airport, I also offer pick-ups upon request. Your dog will feel right at home while you're away! Pet care fits seamlessly into my daily routine. I prioritize daily walks and outdoor play, ensuring each dog gets plenty of exercise and attention. I do not work outside of the home and I am able to be present majority of the day with your pet, allowing me to be available to provide personalized care, including any special needs or preferences. I have a large fenced backyard and the dogs love our grass. My neighborhood is very walkable, and we'll ensure your pet has as many walks and exercise as needed daily!


20. Catherine D.

“Catherine is great! She's super sweet and communicative. She's trustworthy and I will definitely be working with her whenever I need help with Lily! Thank you sm”
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in San Mateo on Rover as of Mar 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.
As of Mar 2025, there are 10,044 dog walkers in San Mateo. 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, 85% of San Mateo dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in San Mateo have an average of 14 years of experience. Dog walkers with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 San Mateo.
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 10,044 dog walkers in San Mateo on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In San Mateo, 87% 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.
