Dog Walking in Somerville
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1. Emily D.
“Being an animal lover and dog owner herself, Emily will take great care of your pets. She is respectful, responsible and will treat your animals as her own. She has house sat for me and taken care of my cats and dog when I was out of town. She sent me updates to put me at ease and left everything in the condition it was before I left. Hire Emily to walk your dog or care for your pets and know they’re in good hands!”
2. William B.
“Billy was great! We met Billy just a few days before our walking needs and he was friendly, communicative, and awesome with our 70 pound sweet dog. Smokey loved walking with Billy and was always happy coming home!”
3. sean l.
“Sean was wonderful to work with and took my two dogs for a great long walk! He shared a helpful overview of their time together, i will def book again!”
4. Katherine C.
About: I've had cats since I was very young, so I'm very familiar with cat behavior. I'm comfortable providing enrichment, feeding, keeping the litter box clean, etc. I'm also experienced with guinea pigs. I helped care for an elderly guinea pig who was blind with arthritis, which required regular medication. I'm familiar with keeping cages clean, feeding, etc. For cat sitting, I usually stop by either in the morning or evening at approximately the same time for the duration of the trip. I'll make sure that they're fed, the litter box is scooped, and provide some enrichment time. For guinea pigs, I prefer to board them at my home since they require regular fresh vegetables at least twice a day. For guinea pigs, I prefer to board them at my home since they require regular fresh vegetables at least twice a day. I'll usually feed in the morning and evening. For cats, since they tend to take time to adjust to new places, I prefer to keep them at their home and either visit 1-2x per day or housesit.
5. Caroline B.
“Caroline is amazing. Great communication. Love the videos and pictures!”
6. Katie M.
“Katie has been walking our dog Coco weekly and is always reliable, communicative and just awesome! She’s walked him last minute for us too and Coco just loves her. He has the best time. Would 100% recommend Katie!!”
7. sarah s.
“Sarah was able to walk our dog on short notice. Communication was smooth throughout the process. She had no issues with the instructions I gave her. Came home, dog was happy, and absolutely no issues. I would have no hesitation having Sarah walk our dog again. Great job!”
8. Kristina B.
“Kristina was a great dog walker for our Aspen! We appreciated her clear communication, punctuality, and attention to detail. From the meet and greet, Kristina demonstrated herself to be experienced and knowledgeable about pet needs, asking detailed questions about Aspen’s routines and preferences so that she could maintain consistency with the dog while I was away. Kristina was prompt to pick Aspen up each morning and afternoon and to thoroughly complete the Rover report after each walk to let us know how things went. This offered us great peace of mind. She went above and beyond and spent extra time each day on walks with Aspen, and we would love to hire her again for future walks. Thank you!”
9. Kyle R.
“Kyle is the BEST! He often goes above and beyond and my dog loves him. He is reliable, friendly and really takes time to know what your dog needs.”
10. Ember K.
“Ember has been helping me with my business since she was a little girl. She’s passionate about dogs and is very knowledgeable about them, she always makes sure they feel safe and comfortable around her. She is very responsible, reliant, and committed to being a professional. She takes care of dogs physical needs and always makes sure they’re happy and healthy.”
11. Colin M.
“I can’t recommend Colin enough! He took care of my dog Scarlett for a full week, and she absolutely loved him. Not only did he feed her and make sure she was happy and healthy, but he also took her on regular walks, played with her, and gave her lots of attention. It was clear she felt completely at ease with him.”
12. Amanda M.
“Amanda was great with our dog and you can tell she really loves and cares for dogs! She was very friendly in playing with our dog as well as taking her on a walk to her favorite spots. Would highly recommend”
13. Melissa T.
“Melissa was so great with rudy! She took so many pictures and provided so much info for her walks with him. Will definitely be rebooking as I need a walker again!”
14. Leigh R.
About: I've been caring for dogs since I was 10, walking and sitting for all the neighborhood pups—from tiny Shih Tzus to massive Irish Wolfhounds. I’ve trained my own rescue dogs to heel off-leash in public, coexist with cats and horses, and adapt to new environments. Whether it’s exercise, training, feeding, or companionship, I’m comfortable handling every aspect of pet care with patience and confidence. I’m currently a student, which means I have a flexible schedule and would love to take breaks from my desk to spend time with your pets! Whether it's a midday walk, an evening cuddle session, or weekend care, I’m happy to accommodate your pet’s routine. While I can’t host pets at my home due to a lack of a fenced yard, I’m more than happy to care for them in your home, following their usual routine. I’m comfortable crating dogs if needed and can adjust to their energy levels—whether it’s a high-energy pup who needs a good run or a relaxed old-timer who needs a gentle stroll and belly rubs.
15. Victoria T.
“I highly recommend hiring Victoria to be a caretaker for your pet! I’ve known Victoria for more than 10 years now and she’s the most responsible person I have ever met. As a dog owner herself, she provides the highest quality of care for sweet Kona and I know she would do the same for your pet.”
16. Joanna W.
“Joanna was wonderful with my puppy! She was great with all instructions and when Harper didn’t want to walk out in the rain, she spent the extra time playing with her back in my apartment. I will definitely be requesting her help again.”
17. Jess W.
“Jess was very friendly and bonded well on the introductory visit with our dogs. She sent detailed updates on walk day.”
18. Peter O.
“Peter is fantastic! He has been taking my large dog on daily walks. He is responsive, reliable and great with my dog who can be a handful. I would highly recommend him to anyone!”
19. Lynne C.
“Thank you once again. Lynne has become our favorite dogsitter and Walker. Otto is always so glad to see her. She seems to genuinely enjoy her time with him too. Which makes me feel great and not worry.”
20. Nicole F.
“Nicole is amazing! She has been fantastic today when she walked Luna. They had so much fun! As a dog mom I appreciated how sweet and loving Nicole has been with Luna, cannot recommend her enough.”
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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 Somerville on Rover as of Apr 2025 was about $22 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 Apr 2025, there are 9,311 dog walkers in Somerville. 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 Somerville dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in Somerville have an average of 13 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 Somerville.
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 9,311 dog walkers in Somerville on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Somerville, 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.
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