Dog Walking South Boston
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About: I have grown up around dogs my entire life & currently have two dogs and two cats! 🐾 I have been doing freelance dog walking & pet sitting for approximately 8 years! I also volunteered for a dog rescue called Blessed Paws Animal Rescue for over 3 years. I have fostered 30+ puppies! I am familiar with dogs of all ages, sizes, and needs. I really enjoy taking care of and spending time with my clients pets whenever they need. I will always go above and beyond to make sure your fur babies are happy and that you are satisfied! *just moved from Florida to SoBo, VA!* I am a small business owner with a flexible schedule that will fit your needs! I typically have availability for any day of the week. My house has a spacious backyard with lots of grass to run in. My dogs are friendly and well socialized with fosters for a welcome environment for your pup!
“Ken took care of our dog for 2.5 days and appreciate his personalized and professional service. His also communicates very well about our dog which gave us peace of mind during our vacation.”
About: Hello! My name is Harley. If you're looking for someone to come and stay the night or just looking for a daily walker, I'm your girl! I've lived with everything from Maltese to Labs. So I've had the pleasure of working with dogs big and small! If you have anymore questions feel free to message me! I work from home, so I can easily accommodate both your schedule and your pet’s routine. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions! We have a very large property that your dog will love exploring. Your sweet pet will always be supervised, ensuring a safe and enjoyable stay.
About: I've always had pets since I was a child, and my love for them has grown even more in my adulthood. My experience in pet care comes from having my own pets, caring for those of family and friends, and volunteering over the years. Currently, I work from home, and my hobbies include going to the gym, reading, driving to the park, working on my own business, and hiking. I would be more than happy to look after your pets while you are away! I genuinely enjoy taking care of pets and would love to spend time with yours. I appreciate long walks, giving pets gentle scratches, playing fetch repeatedly, and treating your pets as I would want my own to be treated. I work from home with a flexible schedule. In my remote role, I provide pet-sitting services, caring for your pets in your home as if they were my own. I guarantee that your pets will never be left alone for more than four hours at a time. For pets that are particularly attached to their owners, I understand that they cannot be left alone during my time taking care of them. I can stay with them 24/7. - Travel to customers’ homes to visit their pets, including cats, dogs, birds, and other animals. - Feed and provide fresh water to pets according to customer instructions regarding preparation, quantity, and timing. - Exercise pets through leashed walks and playtime activities. - Administer supplements and medications to pets, either mixed in food or by other appropriate means. - Collect and dispose of pet waste, which includes cleaning and refreshing kitty litter for cats, changing cage paper for birds, and picking up trash during dog walks. - Document pet care services with dates, times, and details clearly and professionally.
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- Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 reimbursement for eligible vet care. Learn more
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.
Whether you want a solo or group walk depends on your dog's personality. Solo walks can be beneficial for dog parents with reactive dogs, puppies, or dogs who are anxious around unfamiliar animals. Many dog walkers on Rover offer private, one-on-one walking services.
Group walks are a good fit for social dogs who enjoy structured walks. If your dog prefers the energy of a group stroll, ask your dog walker about group walks in your South Boston. Since all dog walkers are local, they may have a neighborhood dog who is a good walking companion to yours.
For dog walking bookings, your dog walker can send a Rover Card with details about your dog’s walk. Rover Cards require at least one photo and may include , the total walk time and distance, and any pee or poop breaks recorded by the walker.
The route map lets you review where your dog was walked in South Boston after the booking. It is not live GPS tracking.
Have specific details you would like included? Message your dog walker in the app before the walk begins.
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Every walker on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit .
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience administering medication or managing dietary requirements. You can also find pet sitters who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and request a Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.
Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your walker interacts with your pet or the new environment.
During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your walker questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and walker for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first .
walkers on Rover set their own , which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.
Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement walker.
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