Dog Walking In South Philadelphia
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1. William S.


“William has been a wonderful, caring, and fun companion for our pup while we are at work! I'd highly recommend him to watch your pup!”


2. Nicholas M.

“Great first experience. Nicholas was prompt, friendly and understanding. Roxxie was happy to see him and had a good walk. We will definitely be a return customer.”


3. erica m.

“Erica is a new walker for my 6 y.o. Cane Corso mix, Rylee. Rylee has had several past owners and Erica is gentle and kind with her, letting Rylee set the pace of getting to know each other. With Erica's background in pet ownership as well as rescue work, I am confident in her taking Rylee for walks and Rylee is getting quality time and maximum effort during those times. Highly recommend.”


4. Sabrina S.

“Sabrina was amazing! She took great care of my two rowdy pups. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for walker or sitter”


5. rachit k.
“I recently had Rachit take care of my dog, Dragon, and I couldn't be more pleased with the experience. Rachit was extremely responsible and caring, ensuring that Dragon was well-fed, exercised, and loved. He kept me updated with pictures and messages throughout the stay, which really put my mind at ease. Dragon seemed to enjoy his time with Rachit, and I could tell he was in good hands. I highly recommend Rachit to anyone looking for a trustworthy and attentive pet sitter. Thank you, Rachit, for taking such great care of Dragon!”


6. Tricia E.

“Tricia is amazing! She was more than willing to do a meet and greet. She followed up right away confirming all the details of our big hard to deal with GSD. She was on time and provided detailed feedback after every session. I’d recommend her to anyone!”


7. Christine M.
“Christine has always been incredible with every dog she’s encountered. Each dog she’s had has been well-trained and well-behaved, which speaks to her genuine love and dedication to their well-being. She knows how to enforce good behavior while maintaining appropriate boundaries, never enabling bad habits. I have two dogs with completely opposite personalities—one is very outgoing and friendly, while the other is extremely shy and reserved. When caring for my dogs, Christine was great at giving my timid dog the space she needed to feel comfortable, while consistently building a positive relationship with both of them. She’s the first person I turn to when I need someone to look after my pups. Without a doubt, if Christine is watching your dog, you can rest assured knowing they’ll be in excellent hands.”


8. Allison D.

“Allison was a great dog sitter for me while I was traveling and my mom was unable to walk my dog. She was on time each day and interacted nicely with my beagle providing me with photos. My mom said she was very reliable and good with my dog.”


9. darby p.

“Darby had been fantastic with walking Lady. She has a lot of energy and can get overstimulated by all of the activity around her so she really needed a dog walker that is able to work with her and be a bit more patient which made Darby a perfect fit. He has been reliable and takes great pictures as well!”


10. Elena D.

“Elena took such great care of Rosie on their walks! She has excellent communication, and Rosie is looking forward to their next walk!”




11. Kristen A.

“Kristen is so great with my pup Petey. Petey's a VERY anxious and reactive dog, and he was going through a lot of adjustments before Kristen started with him. Petey's confidence is building in large part because Kristen is very in tune with his needs. She's gets a good read on his behaviors and disposition and gives me good details in RoverCards of his walks and mood during their visits.”


12. Lilly P.

“Great with my Dog and was able to help me with a last min walk. Definitely recommended”




13. Lucille A.



“Lucille is great! Our dog Azul is reactive, in some cases quite severely (resource guarding etc), so finding people to help care for him is always a bit tricky. Lucille has a really kind and calm demeanor with him and he seems to like her a lot! She's also been respectful of the management we have in place for Azul's reactivity, including being comfortable putting a muzzle on him for walks.”


14. Stephen M.

“Stephen took great care of Peaches; she has been calmer in the afternoons after their walks. He’s very communicative and flexible, which is always appreciated. Thanks, Stephen!”


15. Katlyn K.


“Kat was awesome with my pittie, Xander! Kat was prompt and gave my baby so much love! I will definitely be booking again!!!”


16. Diana S.

“Raven had a great time! I requested Diana to walk Raven for the week I was on vacation. I am so happy I did as I have a happy dog! I will definitely request her again for even a single walk”


17. Nikoloz G.
“Niko is one of the most responsible and dependable people I know. I have counted on him to pet-sit for me on several occasions, and he has always been able to provide excellent care to my pets while I am out of town. I can’t recommend him enough!”


18. River W.

“Mae is so good with our energetic Aussiedoodle puppy! They handle our puppy really well and document their trips in detail, which puts us to ease when we’re away from him. We look forward to continuing to use Mae’s services!”


19. Sierra J.

“Sierra is the best!!! She always makes sure to let us know how Charlie did and what he was doing at home (he’s naughty sometimes). She’s very thrust worthy and reliable. I’m sure our puppy is in good hands when she’s there with him. She also sends us lots of pictures, and is always conscious about heat.”


20. Carlie A.

“Carlie is great with our Dolly! She comes to our house for a 30 minute walk, but also takes time to play with her. She is wonderful, definitely recommend!”
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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 South Philadelphia on Rover as of Jul 2024 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.
As of Jul 2024, there are 6,669 dog walkers in South Philadelphia. 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 South Philadelphia dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in South Philadelphia have an average of 14 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 South Philadelphia.
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 6,669 dog walkers in South Philadelphia on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In South Philadelphia, 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.
