Dog Walking In South Side

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Sitter Profile Image: Miriam W.
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Miriam W.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
8 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Near East, Columbus, OH, 43205

Miriam is great! Highly recommend, easy to coordinate with and great with pets :)

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Noah F.
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Taylor T.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
8 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Downtown, Columbus, OH, 43215

Taylor has been very helpful. She has come and walked our very energetic dog on a weekly basis and I have had 0 difficulties getting ahold of her or getting feedback about how everything went. She is very sweet and a great choice for your pet!

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Hannah B.
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Allie A.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
9 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Southside, Columbus, OH, 43206

Allie was amazing, I told her my needs and she absolutely a treat for my dog Gogo on her walks. Very much sold me in becoming a regular client of hers now! Thank you Allie!

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Priya K.
Sitter Profile Image: Tracy B.
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Tracy B.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
3 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Southside, Columbus, OH, 43206

Our pup was not in peak form today, leaving a mess and refusing to walk. Tracy was so kind, keeping us in the loop, and going above and beyond to clean up a mess in the home. Will definitely book again!

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Jennifer L.
Sitter Profile Image: Patricia B.
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Patricia B.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
120 reviews
40 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Columbus, OH, 43232

Patricia is absolutely wonderful! Always on time. Very patient. Great communicator—even sends photos of our guys with updates about the visits. They just love her! The peace of mind she provides is immeasurable.

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Robyn S.
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Victoria T.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
570 reviews
197 repeat clients
28 years of experience
Southside, Columbus, OH, 43206

Tori is excellent. She is responsive, reliable and communicates well. I especially like how active she is with Rocky-gets in longer walks which he loves! Highly endorse!

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Sitter Profile Image: Ellen F.
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Ellen F.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
104 reviews
32 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Southside, Columbus, OH, 43206

Ellen has done a fantastic job with Indy. We are very glad to have her taking care of Indy for us.!!!

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Benjamin E.
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Ellie U.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
36 reviews
15 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Columbus, OH, 43209

Available when we needed to book the day before. Good communication

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Natalie B.
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Vanessa S.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
130 reviews
74 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Greater Hilltop, columbus, OH, 43223

Vanessa is such an incredible support. She thinks quick and stays in control. We have a reactive dog and she always provides a safe and supportive environment.

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Theresa B.
Sitter Profile Image: Reilly S.
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Reilly S.
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$15
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20 years of experience
Columbus, OH, 43206

About: As an independent contractor, I make my own schedule. This allows me to operate on a very flexible calendar. In addition to being the go-to care taker for the pets in my circle, I also have a lifestyle that allows for me to go the extra mile and hangout longer, play more, and go for longer walks! I currently make my own schedule. So pet care fits in tremendously. I work as a freelance film and commercial laborer. Being in charge of my calendar allows me to schedule accordingly to take care of your pet! Having two cats of my own, while I can't house animals at my own residence, I am very familiar with the needs of pets. Playtime, treats, head scratches, and the like. I love every animal deeply and with a great respect. I treat every space with the utmost dignity and try to keep as small of a footprint as possible when entering someone's home. I have been house sitting, dog/cat watching for many years now. I look forward to ensuring you have an enjoyable, trustworthy experience when working with me.

Sitter Profile Image: JoVonna M.
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JoVonna M.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
188 reviews
52 repeat clients
20 years of experience
North Central, Columbus, OH, 43219

JoVonna has been caring for my pup for several months now and she ALWAYS exceeds expectations. She is so loved by my dog, and by me! For her caring nature, attentiveness, professionalism, etc. JoVonna is just amazing.

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Kailey D.
Sitter Profile Image: Camryn M.
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Camryn M.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Downtown, Columbus, OH, 43215

Camryn has been amazing for this first 3 weeks. She scheduled a consultation on short notice, and has been great with timing, communication, and most importantly, care of our dog. We’ll be hiring her for a long time!

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Sitter Profile Image: Jennifer C.
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Jennifer C.
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$24
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5.0 out of 5 stars
181 reviews
25 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Southside, Columbus, OH, 43206

Wow! I'm so happy Gunner was in Jennifer's care. I'm very new to Rover and our pup has only ever been in the care of family. We unexpectedly had to be out of town for the day so I scoured the Rover reviews and reached out to Jennifer the day before. She replied right away & accepted the job. She communicated her arrival at our home, how Gunner did on his walks, his eating, drinking, and behavior with a new person. I'm so happy I chose her & she accepted. I will call on her again for sure & highly recommend.

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Kim J.
Sitter Profile Image: Izabela F.
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Izabela F.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
17 years of experience
Near Southside, Columbus, OH, 43206

About: I have had dogs since the day I was born. I currently have a 13, 3, and 2 year old dogs. I have experience with medication management and administration. As well as dogs with serious medical issues. I am capable of taking care of dogs of all ages. I am currently in college a couple days a week during the summer and I currently am working a flexible job. Both allow for a lot of downtime. As of right now I only have 1-2 days during the week which are unavailable but other than that I have a lot of free time! I have experience with dogs who have destructive behavior so if your dog needs kenneld or close supervision I am capable. I am someone who pays close attention to my own dogs and when I watch other dogs I try to treat them as my own!

Sitter Profile Image: Sinedy S.
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Sinedy S.
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$14
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10 years of experience
Near East, Columbus, OH, 43205

About: If i can take care of my husky, then i definitely can take care of any other dog pretty much. I got my first pet when 6(german sheperd), i got another dog when 11 and now am 20 and i got a siberian husky(wife's gift). I lost my other two before moving to US. It was tough since i was very young at the time, basically i have been a dog lover since forever. I will take care of your dog as if it was my little Nova, i feed nova 3 times a day since she is a big dog, take her to potty every two hours or when she lets me know that she has to go (trained her to not do her business inside the house) and i brush her fur daily. I also have a cat her name is Blue, she and Nova are my only babies at the moment.

Sitter Profile Image: Alysa S.
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Alysa S.
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$16
per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
2 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Near Southside, Columbus, OH, 43206

About: Hello, my name is Alysa. I am a full-time walker and sitter! I have been working with animals for over 11 years. I love to take care of animals, including my own three cats. :) Please contact me if you are looking for a loving walker or sitter. I am excited to meet your best friend(s)! I am a full time animal caretaker. I absolutely love what I do. I am always available for your beautiful pet! Thank you so much! Hello, my name is Alysa. I am an experienced animal caretaker for over 10 years. I love to take care of animals, including my own two cats. Please contact me if you are looking for a loving walker or sitter. I am excited to meet your best friend!

Sitter Profile Image: Nevaeh B.
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Nevaeh B.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
South Side, Columbus, OH, 43207

About: I’m a caring pet sitter with 5+ years’ experience and ASPCA training. I love all animals and specialize in puppy training, senior care, multi-pet homes, and pets with special needs, providing safe, loving care and regular updates. I provide structured and attentive care for every pet, ensuring their health, safety, and happiness. Daily, I handle feeding, fresh water, potty breaks or walks, playtime, enrichment, grooming touch-ups, and a calm bonding session to make pets feel loved and secure. I also provide regular updates with photos so you can see how your pet is doing while you’re away. Weekly, I focus on deeper tasks like grooming, cleaning habitats or litter boxes, socialization or training sessions, and tracking any medications or special care needs. My goal is to keep pets comfortable, happy, and thriving while maintaining a consistent, reliable routine. When caring for pets in my home or yours, I provide a safe, clean, and loving environment tailored to each animal’s needs. In your home, I follow your routines for feeding, walks, playtime, and any special care instructions, while keeping the space tidy and providing updates with photos. In my home, I create a calm, comfortable environment with separate areas for pets as needed, enrichment activities, supervised play, and gentle attention. I’m experienced with dogs, cats, small animals, multi-pet households, puppies, seniors, and pets with special needs, ensuring every animal feels secure, loved, and well cared for.

Sitter Profile Image: Michelle P.
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Michelle P.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
48 reviews
22 repeat clients
6 years of experience
South Side, Columbus, OH, 43207

Michelle was excellent! She walked my two dogs twice in one day and even helped me deal with an unexpected visit from a service technician while she was at my home. She was very responsive and kept me updated on the pups. I highly recommend Michelle and will be booking again!

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Emma C.
Sitter Profile Image: Marissa W.
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Marissa W.
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$15
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13 years of experience
Southside, Columbus, OH, 43206

About: I’ve taken care of kids and dogs/cats since age 13. I’m reliable, caring, and trustworthy. I’m thorough and can adapt to specific needs of your pet easily! I’m a speech language pathologist in the short north! My hours are 7:15-2:30 so I am available any time before or after! Please let me know how I can help! I am able to stay in your home and take care of your pet! I am very tidy and can do any housekeeping necessary as well!

Sitter Profile Image: hannah m.
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hannah m.
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$22
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10 years of experience
Southside, Columbus, OH, 43206

About: I've spent over a decade caring for pets professionally across Chicago and Columbus, and honestly, it's one of my favorite things I do. Dogs, cats, big personalities, shy ones, seniors, and pets with medical needs- I've cared for them all, and I bring the same level of attention and consistency to every single visit. As a pet owner myself, I know what it actually feels like to hand your animal over to someone and hope for the best. That's why I communicate proactively, follow your care instructions closely, and treat every pet like they're my own, because I genuinely understand the trust that takes. I offer walks and drop-ins for dogs, and drop-in visits plus harness walks for leash-trained cats. I'm experienced with medications, medical care, mobility challenges, and special needs pets of all kinds. If your pet has a specific routine or requires extra attention, that's not a complication for me — it's just part of the job. I always love a meet-and-greet before the first visit so your pet can see a familiar face on day one. Feel free to reach out with any questions before booking, I'm happy to chat! I'm currently taking a sabbatical from my full-time work to do some personal rearranging in my life. I've always loved animals more than people, so I wanted to get back into caring for other folks fur babies while on my break. Because of this, I have open availability! For me, pet care is like its own personal therapy. I care for my client's pets the same way I care for mine- with undivided attention, structured routine, and love. I want to make sure YOU are comfortable leaving your pet with me, so however you need that environment to look like. I love over communication and detailed care instructions- anything to make you feel that your baby is in safe, capable hands.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

My dog loved going on walks with Taylor! She was caring and communicative, and even gave my cats treats so they wouldn’t feel left out when my pup got some.

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Jaynia B.
Dog Walking
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I am not sure how we would have made it through our first puppy week without Matties help. A blessing to our family!

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Terresa G.
Dog Walking
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Literally so punctual, friendly, and kind. Took care of our yappy two little dogs no problem. Highly recommend.

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Abe Y.
Dog Walking
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Tracy was great with our senior dog after she was diagnosed with cancer. She's loving and caring, highly recommend her services

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Jennifer L.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

Miriam exceeded my expectations as first time user of the app. If everyone is as kind as she is, I may never return to doggie daycare! 12/10

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Jill L.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

We have large dogs and Autumn is wonderful with them! She’s very detailed and knowledgeable, and our dogs are always excited to see her! I highly recommend her - she goes above and beyond. Thank you Autumn!

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Sela C.
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Chase was super friendly and did an awesome job with our big, rambunctious puppy! Would absolutely work with her again.

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Alex H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Helen is my favorite rover I’ve ever had! She was so friendly and absolutely wonderful with my pup. She demonstrated great compassion for all animals in the time I spent with her. I would trust her with my fur-baby without hesitation.

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Taylor S.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

Lauren was so attentive and loving to both our dogs! She kept us informed and was a wonderful company to them while we were away. We’re very grateful to have found her :)

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Marina R.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

Tori has been great with my anxious, reactive pup!! I’m happy to have someone taking great care of my girl while I’m at work. Thanks Tori!!

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Anna B.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

I honestly can't say enough about Nicole. Honest, reliable, kind, communicates well, and a joy to work with.

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Mike H.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

Camryn has been amazing for this first 3 weeks. She scheduled a consultation on short notice, and has been great with timing, communication, and most importantly, care of our dog. We’ll be hiring her for a long time!

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Zach & Jaime Z.
Dog Walking
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Valerie does a great job walking our husky, from clear communication to sending pictures. Thank you!

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Christine R.
Dog Walking
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Caleb took Ty for his afternoon walk despite the wintry weather and did very best to keep him from eating the acorns he loves but really shouldn’t.

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Cordell C.
Dog Walking
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Leah is communicative and great at following directions. She went above and beyond to ensure her availability met my anxious dog's needs. It's clear she loves animals and is incredibly conscientious about this work.

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Katelyn R.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

Cody showed up on time and took off with my doggie! My dog is laid out on the bed, tired after his walk! He let me know about his behaviors, and any thing else I needed to know. Cody has a warm personality, and will book asgain!

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Cassandra P.
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Chelsea was amazing with my dog! She was patient even though he was a little nervous about going off with someone new and quickly won him over. I will definitely be hiring her again!

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Laura R.
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Ellen has done a fantastic job with Indy. We are very glad to have her taking care of Indy for us.!!!

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Benjamin E.
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Had a last minute booking due to another Rover having to cancel from emergency and Donald was so helpful. Very communicative and professional. Would recommend his services.

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Edwin & Bryanna L.
Dog Walking
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Justin was fabulous!!! I booked him last minute and he took care of all my dogs needs!! He was thorough, kind, checked in, and above all else took great care of my pup!!!

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Hannah S.
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