Dog Walking In Southwest Lakeland, FL
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1. Ruth M.


“Ruth does an excellent job caring for my puppies! She is prompt in response to any communication about their visits or changes in my work schedule, adjusts her schedule when possible to take them out earlier or later, and is easy to communicate with. She’s been overly helpful today especially when I forgot to put the lock box on my door on the way out and had a full schedule at work, she even stopped by to get the key where otherwise my puppies would have been stuck with no potty or exercise breaks for hours. These two are full of energy so I know they appreciated the extra play time they got together today also! We are very grateful for Ruth and her excellent dog walking services.”


2. Christina T.

“Thank you so much!”


3. Cameron T.

“Cameron is wonderful! Very caring, loving with my pup, easygoing and communicative. I’m so glad I found someone I can trust and feel comfortable with!”


4. Jon B.

“Jon as been super professional and is great with our dog who is excitable and can be a handful.”




5. Natalie Y.
“Natalie has watched our two cats numerous times in the past few years while we have been on vacation. We pick her because we know she loves animals and besides being regular and doing the job well including making sure everything is clean and picked up before we return home she loves the animals. She takes time to get down on the floor or wherever they are and pet them and spend time with them. She is always responsible and goes above and beyond in her pet sitting. I highly recommend her.”


6. April R.

“April is wonderful! All three of my fur babies took an immediate liking to her. My pup is a bit shy, but by day 2 was offering up her belly for rubs! She is our go to from here on out.”


7. Rachelle S.


“Rachelle was so responsive and made me feel so comfortable! It is my first time ever using Rover & I’m glad that she was available. Definitely will be using her services again! Highly recommend!”


8. Sia M.
“Sia is a responsible and respectful person in all situations with a natural tendency for Caregiving. She pays attention to details of care including the food, exercise, outdoor breaks and the possibility of a need for medical attention. Sia is attentive and personable and she has had a love of animals since she was a young girl. She can be trusted to give excellent care for pets whether in your home or in her own.”


9. Carly B.
“I have know Carly for most of my life and would trust my fur-babies with her more than anyone else! She is so loving and compassionate to every dog she meets, and extremely attentive to their needs. As an owner of two senior dogs herself, she is very experienced in pet care. Carly is also very responsible and reliable! I can’t say enough good things about her.”


10. Joy W.

“Thanks so much taking care of Quincey-sr dog and Endy puppy; different needs; feeding,walking and making sure they were happy and cared for”


11. Kylee E.

“Kylee is awesome! I shopped around for a while and couldn't find the right match.My Sadie is very protective and she has been very sheltered so she doesn't care for too many people but she took to Kylie right away! she loves her! She is very prompt and very trustworthy ! She is capable of doing any type of service that you need! Even though I would like to keep her all to myself she could benefit other people as well! Highly recommended!”


12. Ashlie s.
About: I've been sitting for pet lovers for a while now and enjoy all breads. If needed I'm not afraid to give medications. How can I help you make your animal more comfortable while you are away? I work 12 hour shifts Tue-thur but I'm free and always home Friday through Monday. I'm flexible with times of drop offs and can possibly help drop your animal off to you if you plan on boarding. I live close to two lakes that your dog would enjoy walking. My son (9) loves any pet and has always been gentle with animals, he would love to play and give your animal treats if you allow your dog/cat to eat them


13. Sydney S.

“Clearly my gaggle of animals love Sydney. :) I appreciate the pictures of my big boy on his walk and looking entirely too happy 🤣 Definitely will recommend Sydney to my neighbors and family and look forward to having her in our lives to help take care of the babies. ❤️ Thank you, Sydney!”


14. Kathryn Lynn P.

“We love Kathryn! She is punctual, accommodating and her great communication allows for a seamless stress free experience for Yoda. 10/10 recommend!”


15. Kimberly C.
“Kimberly is a very organized and attentive person. She has a love and respect for animals and will make sure they are taken care as if you were taking care of them yourself. She is very understanding and easy going.”


16. Maria R.
“Maria has just finished her sophomore year of college as a Biology major on a Pre-Vet track. Our family has owned German Shepherd Dogs since before she was born. She has grown up with dogs not only in our household, but with family and friends. She has had numerous requests over the years to dog (and cat and bird) sit. Always going above and beyond what was asked of her. Maria also has experience with fish and rabbits. She is caring, responsible and considerate.”




17. Janet V.
“Janet Vargas was our pet sitter from 2013 until we moved out of state at the end of 2020. She stayed overnight with our dogs and cat on many occasions, sometimes for over a week at a time. My pets were loved and cared for as if they were her own. She was wonderful about staying in touch with us throughout the time we were away, texting pictures and updates on how our furbabies were doing. She also brought our mail in, took our garbage can out on collection day, watered our plants and made sure the pool pump was functioning properly. She really gave us peace of mind that our pets and home were in good hands. Multiple people in our neighborhood also had Janet as their pet sitter and were also pleased with her service.”


18. Jordan M.
“Great at taking care of pets. Very kind and caring person. She will make sure you have a fabulous experience and caring for your pet is a joy to her.”


19. Jane V.
About: I have a true passion for animals and I feel like this is going to be a wonderful opportunity. I love animals from dogs to cats. All animals I love Flexible to help anytime during the week. Prefer week days only. Can do anytime during the day. Love both dogs and cats and all animals. Walk dogs, let them outside, feed them meals. I’m willing to do anything they need and I’m open to anything that is needed to help.


20. Madison F.

“Madison is simply the best. More than just a sitter, she has a true understanding of your pets needs and is great at communicating back to us. I don’t know what we would do without her when we are at work and have to leave our puppy at home.”
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It doesn’t happen often, but if your dog walker has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new walker.
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Doggy Walking FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Southwest on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $18 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 1,656 dog walkers in Southwest. 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 Southwest dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in Southwest 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 Southwest.
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 1,656 dog walkers in Southwest on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Southwest, 92% 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.
