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Prices are estimates per walk for one dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 15% and taxes will apply.
“I almost had to drag Nessie away from Amy she loved her so much, definitely found herself a new best friend! She’s been watching out the window hoping she’ll come back. Will definitely be using Amy again. She was very friendly and polite and understood Nessies needs and was on time. Can’t recommend her enough.”
About: I have grown up around dogs. I’ve had four of my own, training them as puppies and nursing 3 of them through their senior years. My home is a two minute walk to the river and is right next to a forest, set in the centre of a golf course, far from busy traffic, meaning your pet will have lots of safe and exciting walks. This is the perfect place for pets! I am an artist who works from home so will have lots of time to play with your pup. I love walking around my local area and your Good Boys and Girls will love it too. I have lawned front garden (un-fenced) and a large fully enclosed rear courtyard. I have one friendly, playful little dog to keep your pet company.
About: As a dedicated pet parent to both a dog and a cat, I understand the love and care our furry friends need. With years of hands-on experience, I can provide attentive, reliable pet sitting tailored to your pet’s unique needs, whether it’s playtime, cuddles, or extra patience for senior pets. I treat every pet like my own, ensuring they feel safe, happy, and loved while you’re away! Pet care naturally fits into my daily routine because im already used to feeding, walking, playing with, and caring for my own pets. Having a cat and a dog means i understand different needs, like daily walks for dogs and litter box maintenance for cats. When pet sitting i will make sure i stick to their routine, keep the home nice and tidy and clean up any accidents if needed. I am also willing to do any little jobs as instructed like watering plants etc. I will spend quality time playing with the pet. Before leaving i will ensure all doors that need to be closed are closed and that the pet is safe in the home.
About: Having grown up surrounded by my own dogs and family friend's I have ample experience loving, caring and dog-sitting for many different pets with their own individual needs. I have experience with caring for and walking multiple dogs at once and I'm able to cater for dogs both younger or more active, with longer more frequent and exciting walks as well as those who may be older or require quieter care or extra TLC. Additionally, I of course have a LIFETIME of experience of loving pets and animals of all breeds, sizes and personalities! I'm a university student who is home for the summer until late September/early October. I'm available for the majority of weekdays and weekends during this time and I'm very flexible, willing to work around you and your pet's schedule! When walking your pet I always make sure I'm in a pet-safe area and that if your pet enjoys off-lead time this is in a safe and enclosed environment. With pet-sitting I'm sure to maintain pet-safe areas and making sure I'm following a schedule which is inclusive of their needs and well-being.
About: I have 14+ years of experience caring for dogs of all breeds and sizes. Skilled in leash training, obedience reinforcement, administering medication, and providing personalized care. Pet care is my passion and priority. Every day, I provide walks, feeding, playtime, and training, ensuring each pet gets the attention, love, and exercise they need. I provide loving, reliable care in both my home and pet owners’ homes, including feeding, walks, playtime, medication administration, and maintaining a safe environment. 😀
About: I have spent my life surrounded by dogs from a young age, even until now. I have owned and have experience with a vast amount of breeds and ages of dogs and feel comfortable with all dogs, whatever size they may be. I am comfortable in administering oral medication to dogs and aiding with feeding and any supplements they may require. I am a dependable and trustworthy person who takes pride in any work I undertake. I am loving and caring with animals and love a good snuggle from dogs! I currently have my own dog who is a rescue, therefore I am understanding of nervous dogs and I am happy to accommodate for them. I have recently finished a university degree so my availability is very much flexible around what you would need. If I am available last minute same day appointments may be available, so please do not hesitate in contacting me. I only am able to care for dogs in the owner's home. I am happy to follow the owner's routines, and happy to follow a list of requirements. I will treat your dog with the same love and care that I have for my own dog. I am able to petsit, do pop-ins throughout the day, play with them, feed and refil water, take on dog walks, administer oral medication.
About: Just moved out of my family home where I was with our 2 cocker spaniels on daily 🫶🏻 loved our walks and plays - now when I have my own space I can help others ❤️ Drop me a message to discuss availability. I am always happy to help and will try to work around your/your pet needs. All pets are welcome in our household! 😊 Safety comes in first - we will discuss that before our first meet. I want you to feel that your pet is safe with me and I want to feel safe with your pet / at your home. :)
About: I have been around pets my entire life and have had my own pets, dogs, cats and hamsters. I enjoy spending time with animals and looking after them. I have recently relocated to Darlington, my husband is retiring from the Army after a full career and I am looking to look after pets full time. I have a fenced garden as we have our own dog, Bailey, a 3 years old Labrador. He is friendly and is welll socialised with other dogs. I would be taking the dogs out on walks as that is my routine with our own dog. I will only have one other families dogs up to a maximum of 2 dogs at any time.
About: I grew up in the countryside in a family with dogs and cats and also chickens, ducks, sheep and even a pony, so I am very comfortable around all animals and have had both dogs and cats in my own family over the years. I do love both and do understand and enjoy the difference between them. I believe they all have their own identity and personality and it is up to us to encourage them to feel they can express themselves in a fulfilling way both for themselves and their owners and carers to enjoy. I have taken care of dogs and cats from puppies and kittens, through maternity and on to end of life care so have wide experience of caring for them through all stages of their life, from early exercise, socialising and training to simply spending quiet time together providing close comfort and companionship. I am currently free to devote all of my time to caring for our furry friends. I am very flexible and reliable, planning and hoping to make pet care a major part of my life from now on. I have a large Victorian terraced house with plenty of space and a safe walled rear courtyard for fresh air. I will only board one pet at a time so your pet will get all the attention and space he or she needs.
About: Hi! My names Emily, and I’m currently a dog trainer looking to work with more types and temperaments of dogs. I have two years of training experience and recently qualified as an APDT-registered ATI, as well as lifetime experience caring for my own dogs. Whether you need someone to walk your dog, someone to give guidance around training, or someone who knows how to provide appropriate and stimulating enrichment for your dog - I’m sure I’ll be a great choice to meet you and your dog’s needs! I am currently in a period of unemployment between leaving my former job and starting my new one, so I am pretty much flexible - aside from when I have my own (senior) puppy out on his walks! I have a UK driving license and so can get to your home easily and without fuss. I am an APDT registered ATI, so I have qualifications proving that I can and will put your dog’s best interests at heart. I will follow whatever guidelines you would like in place to make things as easy as possible for your dog to assimilate, but I do require a short meeting with yourself and the dog first to make sure your pet is as comfortable as possible.
About: I have grown up with dogs my whole life, we’ve had 3 labradors and a terrier. I have also had experience walking multiple breeds and dog sat for multiple dogs at a time. I love dogs and as an active person love to get on a walk but also enjoy spending time with the dogs that need more attention. I am currently a student and an athlete so I do have quite a busy schedule, however fitting walks in during the day I can be flexible. Also most weeekends I would be free to board dogs. There are no dogs or children in my house. I have a fenced garden and then dog would not be left unattended. I will walk the dogs and make sure it feels comfortable.
About: I (Emily) have been a dog Walker / sitter for over 16 years, looking after every sort of dog, I love them all! My husband (Sam) and I have done home boarding on and off over the years but we recently lost our beautiful dog Lola, heartbroken and with a very quiet house we would love to start home boarding again. Your dog would bring us so much comfort and be absolutely spoilt rotten! My husband works from home full time and I am a dog Walker so your dog gets the best of both worlds, if they prefer to stay at home they will have the company of my husband and if they love their walks I can take them to work with me. Whether we are taking care of your pet in our home or yours, their safety is always our main priority. We will want to know as much about your pet as possible so we can give them the best care, making sure they will always be safe and happy.
About: I’m very active and love walking. My girlfriend is also on rover so it’s something we both enjoy doing. My Dalmatian loves play days but can also stay with my girlfriend if this is an issue I can do hybrid working when required. I don’t work weekends at all. My girlfriend is also free during the day so we can help each other if needed I have a fenced garden and a backyard. I’ve got a very friendly Dalmatian that loves play dates. Wouldn’t ever need to leave the dog by themselves
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Prices are estimates per night for one dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 15% and taxes will apply.
Amy P.Star Sitter
“I almost had to drag Nessie away from Amy she loved her so much, definitely found herself a new best friend! She’s been watching out the window hoping she’ll come back. Will definitely be using Amy again. She was very friendly and polite and understood Nessies needs and was on time. Can’t recommend her enough.”
Rebecca M.
“Great communication and photos. Followed the instructions to a t! Came back to two happy doglets and will be booking again :)”
Fiona M.
“I highly recommend Fiona! She is incredibly kind, responsible, and genuinely loves animals. She goes above and beyond to make sure pets feel comfortable, loved, and well-cared for.”
Ceri P.Star Sitter
“Ceri was wonderful caring professional and reliable”
Guste G.
“Guste is a highly responsible and loving pet caregiver. I would describe her as an animal lover! Guste has cared for my dog numerous times when I’ve been on holiday, and has cared for her as she would care for her own animals, with love and care. As a person, she is trustworthy and dependable, so therefore, a perfect person to provide care to animals and pets. I cannot recommend her enough!”
Kelly G.
“Ollie loved his first walk with Kelly. He came back a tired boy and was sad when she left. We look forward to booking Kelly for future dog walking.”
Scarlett M.
“I can thoroughly recommend Scarlett to look after your pets and she has cared for our dogs. She is capable and trustworthy and she has grown up with cats and dogs so is confident with both”
Andrew W.
About: I have 14+ years of experience caring for dogs of all breeds and sizes. Skilled in leash training, obedience reinforcement, administering medication, and providing personalized care. Pet care is my passion and priority. Every day, I provide walks, feeding, playtime, and training, ensuring each pet gets the attention, love, and exercise they need. I provide loving, reliable care in both my home and pet owners’ homes, including feeding, walks, playtime, medication administration, and maintaining a safe environment. 😀
Lindsay Panks P.
“Responsive professional and experienced would recommend”
Steven M.
“Steven has walked my dogs over the years as a favour as I am elderly and live nearby. He is really caring and trustworthy and my dogs feel comfortable with him and are always happy to see them. I have anxious dogs and they feel at ease with him, one of them needs medication and Steven makes sure he gives him it before his walks. He always updates me.”
Val C.
“Val was amazing, Showed up to meet you and your pet and have a chat. Very friendly person real easy to get along with, more importantly loves dogs. Highly recommended 5 out of 5 ⭐”
Karolina P.
“Karolina is great with the dogs; she walked our 2 cocker spaniels and stayed with them while we would go on holiday. They both loved her and always happy to see her back.”
Annie T.
“Lovely day but quite hot so stopped for water break. Such a responsible dog walker”
Ellie V.
“Ellie is a fantastic dog walker and instantly jelled with Juno who loved her. Highly recommended and we will definitely be using Ellie again!”
Charlotte W.
“It gives me great pleasure to write a testimonial recommending Charlotte as a responsible and loving pet caregiver. I have known Charlotte for 30 years and in that time have personally known her own pet family and witnessed how dedicated to all animals she is. Charlotte has also been a favourite with my pets. Over the years Charlotte has taken wonderful care of my pets when I have been away on holiday or in hospital. The peace of mind this gives me is priceless.”
Al M.
“We have used Al's services for our 2 year old border terrier Ralph for several months now and are so delighted that we have found such a brilliant and reliable pet sitter. On occasions where we have had to be out of the house all day we have booked Al, given him a key and he comes around to take Ralph for a walk mid day then returns him home. Al takes him out to the river or park and I always get plenty of photo updates which I love. Ralph is so tired out when he returns that he sleeps all afternoon until we return home. I no longer worry about days I need to be in the office or days out when I can't take a dog. I have also used Al's overnight services for Ralph where Ralph has stayed at Al's house. This is great as it is home from home for Ralph and we can see how excited he gets when we pull up to Al's house to drop him off. This is totally different to the whimpering and wining we got when we had no choice but to take him to kennels in the past. I love the fact Al only has one dog at once as Ralph thrives off one to one attention. A lot of other dog borders that I have found have several dogs at once and Ralph can get a bit excitable with other dogs so can be a bit of nuisance to them. I used to worry if we had to go away and leave Ralph somewhere but now I know that I can book Al, I don't worry anymore because I know that Ralph will enjoy a holiday too with lots of one to one attention and lots of love!”
Emily B.
“Emily has been caring for our older dog for the past few years when we have been on holiday, and she has always gone above and beyond to make sure he is well cared for. She has also supported us with training advice when taking him on walks (and now he is even better at walking when we take him out) and we would not choose anyone above her to help care for our pets.”
Harriet R.
About: I have grown up with dogs my whole life, we’ve had 3 labradors and a terrier. I have also had experience walking multiple breeds and dog sat for multiple dogs at a time. I love dogs and as an active person love to get on a walk but also enjoy spending time with the dogs that need more attention. I am currently a student and an athlete so I do have quite a busy schedule, however fitting walks in during the day I can be flexible. Also most weeekends I would be free to board dogs. There are no dogs or children in my house. I have a fenced garden and then dog would not be left unattended. I will walk the dogs and make sure it feels comfortable.
Emily R.
“Emily is such a loving, kind and genuine person. She has such a passion for animals and I feel really comfortable leaving my pets in her care. 110% recommend!”
Jack B.
“Jack is a gentle giant. His dog Callie is spoilt, well trained and was very friendly with my dog Charlie. I got constant photo updates. And my dog now has a new bestie! They’ve even met up again in the local park for a walk together. Would recommend to a friend.”
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Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Darlington on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about £12 per walk, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A dog walker’s rate may also change as you customise your booking to suit your and your dog’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 410 dog walkers in Darlington. 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 an identity verification for you and your dog’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to get in touch with multiple dog walkers about your booking. Typically, 80% of Darlington dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from dog walker to dog walker, but you can view reviews, years of experience and number of repeat pet owners when comparing dog walkers available in Darlington.
You can’t always predict a super busy day at work, but you can anticipate your dog’s needs. Instead of rushing home at lunchtime, book a dog walker to give your dog a 30- or 60-minute dog walk. Your dog walker can call in as many times as you need, on whichever 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 personalised note
There are 410 dog walkers in Darlington on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! We understand that each dog is unique and may require specific instructions. 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 an identity verification for you and your dog’s safety.
Yes! Dog walkers joining Rover must pass an identity verification before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog walker via 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, you can rest assured that your dog is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement programme for eligible veterinary care.
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