Dog Walking Portsmouth
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“Aimee took our 7 month old puppy Alba for a walk and I would definitely recommend. Alba was happy and Aimee sent lots of pictures and updates which was lovely. Her communication was great before, during and after. We’ll be booking her again, she’s very trustworthy.”
“I can’t recommend Oliwia highly enough! My Shiba Inu, Mia, is incredibly stubborn and can be very difficult to handle. Before finding Oliwia, I’d booked four different sitters, and every single one struggled to manage her. I was honestly quite nervous about leaving Mia with someone new, but I booked Oliwia after a close friend’s recommendation, and I’m so glad I did. She was absolutely amazing with Mia from the very beginning. It’s like she has a special gift with dogs—they instantly trust and adore her. The biggest surprise was seeing how attached Mia became to Oliwia. She was so excited to see her and clearly loved every second they spent together. When I came to pick Mia up, she didn’t want to leave Oliwia’s side, and it was genuinely difficult to persuade her to come home! I’ve never seen her bond with someone so quickly. It’s such a relief to have finally found someone I completely trust with my dog. I’ll definitely be booking Oliwia regularly from now on. She’s kind, patient, professional, and truly wonderful with dogs. Thank you so much, Oliwia!”
About: I have hands-on experience caring for dogs, I currently have two— a German Shepherd which I raised from a puppy and a Romanian Rescue—which I’ve had for 3 and 2 years. I am skilled in feeding, grooming, and maintaining a clean and safe environment. I prioritise their socialisation and make sure they are walked at least twice a day whenever possible, maintaining their health, happiness, and overall well-being. I’m currently working a part time job from Friday evening to Sunday. However any other days I have full availability and can dedicate my time entirely to caring for your pet. I am available every day from now until 20th - 29th August, and after these dates, my schedule will remain fully open apart from Friday to Sunday, allowing me to provide consistent, reliable and loving care whenever it’s needed. Safety - If walking dogs i'd ensure that the harness is well fitted, and the leash is secured to prevent the dog escaping during a walk. - I’d provide multiple and all round water breaks/ ensuring water bowl is full at all times, and provide shaded/ cool areas to keep cool. - I’d ensure to keep an eye on the pets to ensure if there’s any signs of illness, injuries and any distress and if there’s is I’d ensure to immediately report to the owner/s. Trust - I’d ensure to keep all owners in constant communication by sending photos, any updates, or videos during visits or dog walks. - I'd always make sure to always follow any instructions left by the pet owners like keeping to their regular routines, keeping to their pets food dietary plans. - I'd also ensure to treat the pet owners home with respect and respecting their items within the home, id also treat the pet with care and leave any space used clean if a mess was made. Environmental - I'd ensure the pet owners home or walking area is free from any harmful hazards like broken glass, sharp objects or anything that could potentially cause harm. - When doing dog walks I ensure to choose a walk route with the best interest of the dog whether the dog is nervous of traffic or loud noises. I'd always put the dogs well-being first and always go to a park the dog knows and is comfortable being at. - I'd ensure that all dogs (if exempt) is allowed a chance to socialise and interact with other owners or dogs during walks only when appropriate. - I'd ensure any waste from the pet whether it be on dog walks or at home, all waste would be properly cleaned and disposed of.
About: Growing up surrounded by pets, I developed a deep intuitive understanding of animal behaviour and the unspoken language of trust over the years, I've become the go to caretaker for friends and family stepping in to provide a calm, stable environment for their most cherished companions wherever they travel, whether it's managing. The specific works of a senior cat. Keeping a high energy dog energised or simply offering a patient presence for a shy pet. It is a central structured part of my daily rhythm.I have intentionally built a lifestyle that allows me to be present and attentive , ensuring that your pets schedule remains the top priority I work remotely Monday to Friday at home I provide a calm environment designed for comfort and total peace of mind.My home is a pet and safe sanctuary.Where routines are strictly honoured whether that means a quiet corner for a nap.Structured play sessions or curling up together at the end of the day
About: Hi there! I’m Coral, a 33 year old dog enthusiast who has recently swapped the peaceful Cotswolds for the Portsmouth seaside. I’ve also just had my first baby (October 2025) so it’s been a very exciting time all round. And for anyone who has booked me before, don’t worry, I still travel back regularly for friends, family and returning pups. By day when I’m not on maternity leave. I’m a Project Manager for Marketing Week, but dogs have always been my real happy place. I’ve been house sitting and providing pet care for around four years now and it’s something I genuinely love. A little about me: I’m into all exercise, crafts, long walks and anything that brings a bit of joy. I care for all dogs from tiny puppies, to nervous dogs to sweet seniors and can help with walking, feeding, bathing and daycare. As I’ve just welcomed my little one, most of my availability at the moment is from our home rather than staying in an owners house. Your dog will still get plenty of attention, cuddles and company. Our home is calm, relaxed and very dog friendly. We love nothing more than a dog walk. I’ll always be joined by my partner Jordan, who adores dogs and has lots of experience, especially with nervous pups. He grew up with a rescue dog from Spain called Bonzo and has a brilliant way of building trust. For longer or overnight stays, Jordan is usually around to help make sure your dog feels fully settled. Thank you so much for considering us. Working remotely grants me flexibility. Your pet's well-being is my priority. I adapt my schedule to cater to their needs, even for travel, ensuring constant care. All i need is a reliable internet connection. I prioritise safety with common sense and tailor care to your pet's habits. In your home or mine, trust and a pet-friendly environment are paramount. Your guidance shapes my approach
About: I’ve always been an animal lover and understand how important it is to leave your pets with someone you can trust. I enjoy spending time with cats and getting to know their individual personalities, from playful and curious to shy and needing a little extra patience. I will provide loving, reliable care in your cat’s own home, following their usual routine and making sure they feel comfortable, happy and safe while you’re away. I have a flexible schedule and can usually work around your needs and your cat’s routine. I’m happy to arrange visits at suitable times, whether your cat needs feeding, playtime, company or simply someone to check in and make sure they are happy and comfortable while you’re away. I understand how important it is to trust someone with your pet and your home. I will always treat your home with respect and care for your cat as if they were my own. I’ll follow your instructions closely, keep their routine consistent and provide updates and photos so you have peace of mind while you’re away.
About: I have moved to Portsmouth from NZ and here for my husband's job. Unfortunately, we had to leave our dog Remy in NZ with family. He is a 5 year old schnauzer. I love animals, I'm reliable, friendly and great with small/medium sized dogs. Happy to help with regular walks or the occasional extra hand and dog sitting. As I work part-time, I make sure I’m not working on days I care for a dog, so they receive lots of attention and companionship. Your dog will join me for morning and evening walks. If I need to pop out for groceries or errands, your dog will be safely left in their crate. At night, they’ll sleep in their crate in my room, so they won’t be alone overnight — and I’ll be right nearby. I provide attentive and responsible pet care in my apartment. Dogs are always kept on a lead during walks, and I take them out for morning and evening walks to ensure they get enough exercise and fresh air. I follow the owner’s instructions closely to ensure pets feel comfortable, safe, and well cared for. Since I miss having a dog around, I’ll happily soak up all the tail wags, walks, and puppy love your dog has to offer.
About: I have my own dog who is 3 and is a bit mad, I regularly take care of friends and family’s dogs, happy to take care of young puppies too. I work shifts so tend to have a lot of free time during the day, my week changes from week to week but it’s worth a message to see if I’m free Currently living in house with garden, dogs of all energy levels suit me. I’m able to come to owners house too for check ins and walks.
About: I have had dogs in my life from when I was a child right up to recently when we had to say goodbye to our 14.5 year old, Ozzie. I miss having a dog around and would consider it a privilege to care for yours and to get some very much missed doggy love. My husband Phil will accompany on any overnight sits. I’m currently not working after returning from working abroad in France for the past few years so am available at short notice, I also have a car so can easily get to your home. I will look after your pet in your home and respect both and treat them with the utmost care and love. I am happy to follow all instructions that you leave.
About: I have looked after dogs whole my life. My family is very friendly and we love animals. I enjoy to be out with my kids and your dog. YOUR DOG MUST FEEL LIKE AS HE IS ON VACATION WITH US. I have own house with fenced garden where I can play with your dog. I will be taking dog to nearby fields for walks or runs. Me and my husband can offer full care 24/7 We can take out your dog every 2 - 4 hours for walk during the day Your dog will have acccess to whole house and fenced garden. We will provide dog bed, treats, watter and safe environment during whole stay with us
About: I have had animals all my life. Dogs, cats, rabbits, rats and everything in between. I have always been passionate about looking after animals and finally have an opportunity to do something with it. Whilst I have no professional experiance, I have a lifetime of personal experiance looking after my own pets and those of friends and family. I have a Level 2 in Animal Care and I'm currently working through a diploma in Pet Sitting and Dog Walking I'm not currently working so I have full availability across the week. Ideally I would love to turn this into a 9-5 Monday to Friday role with limited availability for evenings and weekends. Eventually I will be looking at a boarding liscence as well. At first I wont be offering care at my own home. So I will be looking after your pets in the comfort of their own space. Dog walks will only be off lead with permission and with good recall/no aggression. I will only walk 2-3 dogs at a time and will offer solo walks for dogs who need to be walked alone. Walks will be an hour long except in the Summer when walks will either be shorter or swapped with a home visit. Home visits can be once or twice a day as needed. Unless requested for Pet Sitting service
About: I’m always the one asked to dog or cat sit! I absolutely love doing it and getting to know the pets. I do sometimes think I’m a dog whisperer as I seem to know what they want or are thinking. I provide lots of cuddles and plenty of play. I have experience looking after both large and small dogs. I have also looked after multiple dogs at once, meeting each of their specific needs. I have experience with nervous and anxious dogs too, adapting the dog walk to suit the dog. I currently work in hospitality but I’m able to be flexible with my days and shifts. I love going out for walks so a little dog to join me would be fab. This gives me the best of both worlds as I sometimes travel so having a pet isn’t suitable for me full time. I have a fenced garden and plenty of parks to offer a well deserved play outside. I enjoy caring for pets in their own home and getting to know their home comforts and routine.
“Tatjana has met me 2x now at QA hospital to help me by looking after my dog while I visit sick relatives. She’s a pleasure to be with, very reliable and takes expert care of my dog Pumpkin. I wouldn’t hesitate to hire her again.”
About: As a devoted animal lover, I've had the pleasure of caring for a variety of pets, always lived animals including dogs, cats, birds, small mammals. I'm running my own business and currently off work I am available during the week and weekend and I'm always willing to accommodate your schedule to ensure your pets receive the care and attention they deserve. A safe and cozy home environment for your pets when you're away. dog-friendly space equipped , 3 floor house , have a fenced garden and one dog to keep your dog company if allowed.
About: I am available in the evenings Monday - Friday after 1700, and weekends for walks and drop ins. just drop me a message and I’ll see what I can do! I’ve been a Rover sitter since March 2025 and have experience caring for dogs and cats of all ages — including walking and training energetic puppies and big dogs. I’m patient, reliable and love animals so your pets will get lots of attention, routine, and enrichment while you’re away. I am currently working full time Monday - Friday, so can only commit to walks and drop ins in the evening and any time on weekends. I live in a flat with no access to a garden, I believe my living situation would only be suitable to look after small dogs and cats. I would prefer to come to your house if possible, where I will of course respect it as if it were my own.
About: I have a German Shepherd and a Chihuahua, so I am experienced in taking care of large and little dogs. I am more than happy to take care of any dog and my own dogs are very friendly. Any questions please feel free to message me. I live in portsmouth and I’m free over holidays. I live with my dad, brother, and sister who all love dogs. I am always home and am available any time, there is always someone around and the pets are never left alone. We have a reasonable sized garden, which is completely safe. Our kitchen is open plan so there is lots of space for the dogs to roam around.
About: Hi, I’m Teo, a dedicated and passionate pet sitter with over 10 years of experience in caring for animals, including 4 years professionally. Animals are my absolute world, and I’d love to provide a safe, loving, and comfortable home for your furry friends while you’re away! 😊 🎓 My Qualifications: ✅ Dog Care Level 3 (CPD Accredited) ✅ Pet First Aid Certified – Your pet’s safety is my priority! ✅ Master’s in Law (because I like to be well-rounded!) 🐕 A Home Away From Home I have boarded up to 70 dogs individually in my home, and I have loved every single moment of it! Growing up on a farm, I gained hands-on experience in understanding animal behaviour and meeting their unique needs. 🏡 I live in a cosy, medium-sized flat, where your pet will receive one-on-one attention, plenty of cuddles, and long nature walks! 🌿🐾 To make your pet feel at home, I provide a welcome hamper, which includes: 🐶 A small, comfy pet bed 🍖 Treats (if permitted) 🥣 A special bowl 🎾 Fun toys for playtime! 📌 Why Choose Me? 🐾 Safe & Comfortable Stay – A great alternative to kennels! 🐾 Personalised Care – Every pet is treated like family. 🐾 Experience with All Breeds & Sizes – No pet is too big or small! 🐾 References Available on Request 📃 I truly adore animals and can’t wait to welcome your pet into my home! Check out my reviews on my page and feel free to reach out with any questions. I look forward to meeting you and your furry friend soon! 😊🐕💖 📩 Message me to book today! I work from home so I am free to always take your furry friends out during the day and commit to any dietary or exercise needs. I live in a cosy flat, it is in the 4th floor but does not have a balcony. it is safe and spacious for your furry friends to play in.
About: I have 2 cats, 3 dogs and 4 birds at home. My cat has given birth before few times I know what to do with kittens. My dog also given birth one time I know what to do with puppies too. I would like to stick to my schedule days but i would not mind doing on the days that is not on my schedule too. I will pat and give them love, check their food and water and take them out. I would play and cuddle. I would bath them too if needed
The median cost per walk for dog walking in Portsmouth is £13
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Megan was absolutely amazing from start to finish. I asked Megan at late notice to walk my three dogs and she accepted the request straight away and was keen to help me. Megan has fantastic communication, quick reply’s, polite, asked good questions and answered any questions I had too. She took on board everything I said and understood the individual needs of each of the dogs. Megan took fantastic pictures and messaged me after the dog walk which was great reassurance. I’ll be using Megan again in the future!
You can tell immediately that Josh has experience with dogs. He wasn’t phased at all by our 23kg ‘puppy’ who’s common sense isn’t maturing quite as quickly as his body :) Such a relief to have a trustworthy extra pair of hands on call when we need them. We also met Josh’s ‘Margo’ too who’s a lovely and and obedient gal who played well with George. Thanks Josh !
Shiyi looked after my dog so well. She sent loads of photos and messages all day, which really put my mind at ease. My dog seemed relaxed and happy in every update it was like he had a little holiday thanks so much I really appreciate all your care. We’ll definitely book with you again
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The average cost for Dog Walking in Portsmouth on Rover is £18.4 per walk (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Walking easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Walking. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of July 2026, there are 2,239 sitters on Rover offering Dog Walking across Portsmouth. Enter your postcode to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
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-to-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 Portsmouth. Since all dog walkers are local, they may have a neighbourhood dog who is a good walking companion to yours.
For dog walking services, you can request a report card update with specifics about your dog’s walk. Report cards require photos and can include a map of the walking route , total walk time, poo and pee breaks, and distance travelled, so you know exactly where your dog has been walking in Portsmouth.
Got specific details you'd like the dog walker to include? Message them in the app before your dog’s walk begins.
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes dedicated customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement programme for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to £25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Every walker on Rover must pass an identity verification before they can list their services. An identity verification confirms that the sitter is who they say they are based on their documents.
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 our Trust & Safety page .
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.
Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.
Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement walker.
Yes, Rover is well-suited for last-minute bookings for Dog Walking. With 2,239 Walkers in Portsmouth, 45% respond to messages in under 5 minutes.
Many sitters keep their calendars updated in real time and you can message multiple sitters simultaneously to find the fastest available match. If you need care in the next 24 hours, you can look for sitters with a 'calendar last updated' notice on their profiles.
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