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Sitter Profile Image: Taylor J.
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Taylor J.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Clintonville, Columbus, OH, 43202

She’s great! Very good communication and always reliable.

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Sitter Profile Image: Morgan H.
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Morgan H.
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$20
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4.9 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Columbus, OH, 43210

Morgan is excellent and she does a great job with Pablo! Her communication is excellent, and she is always on time and very friendly with Pablo. I highly recommend her.

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Emily P.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Columbus, OH, 43201

About: I've taken care of many kinds of dogs and have always had one in my family home. I've taken care of big and small, old gentle dogs and crazy little puppies. I've had a lab and currently have a pitbull. They've all been very playful so I'm used to and don't minding jumping, barking and licking. I'm working part-time, so I have plenty time to visit, walk or stay with your pets. I'm not picky about the time of dag and can work over the weekends. Since I've had many pets I realise it takes time for some animals to adjust to a new person while others are very loving right away. I'd make sure to take into account your own dogs personality when interacting with them and the rules you keep for them.

Sitter Profile Image: Isabel D.
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Isabel D.
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$14
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
6 repeat clients
8 years of experience
University, Columbus, OH, 43201

Isabel was very flexible. My address was in rover incorrectly and she made the effort to still complete the walk with my dog. Not to mention she also grabbed our package from our old apartment. She went above and beyond.

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Sitter Profile Image: Taylor G.
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Taylor G.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
7 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Columbus, OH, 43212

Taylor has been amazing with my new pup. She’s so kind and you can tell she really cares about the dogs. Very good communicator and super reliable 😊

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Sitter Profile Image: Audrey W.
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Audrey W.
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$17
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18 years of experience
University, Columbus, OH, 43201

About: Over the course of my childhood, my family and I never had less than 2 dogs at a time. I have dog sat a handful of times, both for multiple nights or just fun play dates! I offer gentle, loving, and smiley fun for your awesome dog! I want you and your dog(s) to feel confident that I am a safe, kind choice! I am pursuing my doctorate’s in Occupational Therapy at OSU! I am free Friday and Saturday, with occasional class requirements. These are great days for me to care for your dog! While I won’t be offering services at my apartment, I believe in safety, love, and respect for you and your pets while I care for them. It can be scary trusting your dog with someone new, but by growing up with many dogs myself I can assure you that I embody those beliefs in my care.

Sitter Profile Image: Taylor T.
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Taylor T.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
27 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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Sitter Profile Image: Sean R.
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Sean R.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
34 reviews
15 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Victorican Village, Columbus, OH, 43201

Sean is absolutely wonderful, and I will definitely be using him again to help with my 175lb great dane. I have never used Rover and was nervous about using it given my dog’s size/needs, but that did not matter for Sean. He is punctual and provides great care regardless of the size! A+ rating from me!

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Sitter Profile Image: Elizabeth L.
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Elizabeth L.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
56 reviews
16 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Columbus, OH, 43202

Elizabeth is amazing. Extremely reliable, prompt communication and easily handles any obstacle. Highly recommended and very trustworthy. I selfishly hope others don't find her so she is always available...

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Sitter Profile Image: Mattea L.
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Mattea L.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Downtown, Columbus, OH, 43215

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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Sitter Profile Image: Samantha W.
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Samantha W.
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$20
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4.8 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
7 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Clintonville, Columbus, OH, 43202

About: I've taken care of family dogs, both large and small, since around age twelve. In high school I also cared for a bird, as well as part of my adulthood. In early adulthood I worked for three years as a professional dog handler and dog walker for a company in New York City. I am accustomed to reading dogs body language and keeping them safe and feeling secure. I've lived with cats in more recent years and have consistently been hired to cat sit for neighbors. I am comfortable with elder pets, administering medications, and helping anxious pets feel more comfortable at home and out in the world. I also have some experience with smaller mammals (rabbits, guinea pigs, domestic rats) as well as some farm animals. I am a full-time grad student, so my schedule is much more flexible than a 9-5 worker. That said, at the moment I can only take care of pets who can be alone for at least four hours at a time during the week because of my class schedule (weekends I'm more flexible). You can depend on me to safely enter and exit your home with care for security and cleanliness, and I'd always touch base with you for any concerns. I'm also disabled by long-COVID and take many COVID mitigations (still masking), so I'd be safer for immunocompromised clients. For drop-in visits and popping into your home for a dog walk, I will be masked. For pet sitting overnight, I'm always happy to take a COVID test—just let me know!

Sitter Profile Image: Jackson S.
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Jackson S.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
11 years of experience
Victorican Village, Columbus, OH, 43201

He did a wonderful job and great care of my dog , highly recommend him

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Sitter Profile Image: Ryleigh H.
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Ryleigh H.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Columbus, OH, 43201

About: I grew up with 2 medium sized springer spaniels and have had multiple cats my whole life. I love getting outside and being active but also have experience cat/dog/house sitting for multiple week periods. I am currently on the job hunt for a full time role, so my schedule is open and flexible for your needs and expectations. I enjoy being active as well, so that is something I work into my schedule daily. I currently have a 10 month old kitten, I always clean his water bowl each day and ensure his food bowl is always filled (he isn’t incentivized by food quite yet! Haha). He has a robo litter box that I maintain as well.

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
189 reviews
53 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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Sitter Profile Image: Thea M.
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Thea M.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
674 reviews
160 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Italian Village, Columbus, OH, 43201

Thea is absolutely amazing! She gave me such peace of mind and was great with my mini doxie. My pup takes a little bit to warm up to strangers and loves to bark but Thea was so patient and so kind. Only took him one meeting to love her!! She’s very communicative and always sends lots of pictures and videos. She cares a lot about her clients, even put my pups jacket on him to make sure he wouldn’t be too cold without me asking her to do so. I booked 4 straight days for walks last minute and she was able to fit me in no problem. I could not have had a better experience and recommend her to anyone looking! Checks all the boxes and I can’t think of anything she didn’t do well 😊

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Sitter Profile Image: Jennifer M.
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Jennifer M.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Columbus, OH, 43212

Jennifer was really assuring through the process of using rover for the first time! She provided a lot of pictures and details and did things I forgot to ask for, like refilling my dog’s water bowl. I felt really comfortable with her walking my dog and am happy knowing he got some extra care and attention!

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Emma A.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
6 years of experience
Columbus, OH, 43212

About: I grew up with dogs and currently have two cats that I treat like my own children! I’ve done petsitting for years for both cats and dogs of various breeds. Friends, family, and neighbors have trusted me with their pets, having me feed them, walk their dogs, spend time with their cats, and keep litter boxes tidy. I work full-time and have a hybrid schedule, so I have flexibility on days I work from home and weekends. I can spend the day at your home or drop in as needed, but due to having pets of my own, can’t always do overnight stays. Since I live in a small apartment with two cats, I can’t bring your pet to stay with me. Instead, I’m more than happy to drop in periodically or spend the day at your home, making sure your pets are happy, fed, and get some social interaction!

Sitter Profile Image: Sadie-Jean W.
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Sadie-Jean W.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
58 reviews
19 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Harrison West, Columbus, OH, 43201

Very thoughtful and communicative and took great care of my dog with very short notice!

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Nani J.
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Elizabeth S.
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$10
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
10 years of experience
Columbus, OH, 43202

About: My family has had pets my entire life, including cats, dogs, a rabbit, and even chickens. I have supported their needs to the best of my abilities, ensuring that they have all gotten the care they deserve. I have also volunteered at an animal shelter and a horse farm, so I am well versed in animal care in a more professional setting. Lastly, I have taken care of my neighbor's animals while she was on vacation which has given me the experience of learning pet care in a more casual setting. I am a busy college student, but I always have time for a walk or a play date! However, I am typically most available in the mornings and some evenings. I am available on weekends depending on the week. I will always treat your pets with respect wherever we are, whether it be in your home or on a walk. I will also ensure their safety while out and about, so your furbaby is safe and sound with me!

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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Sophia came through for a last minute dog walk. She was super responsive and communicative. Sending pictures and updates! 10/10 would recommend

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Natasha W.
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She did so well with my dog! He is a big boy and a strong dog so knowing she can handle him is great. Will definitely book her again!

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Taylor M.
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Mack is great! She’s always on time for our scheduled walks & is super attentive to detail towards all of my requests for Nitro!

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Dana P.
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I highly recommend Rachel! I have an older dog who doesn't warm up easily to new people. Rachel was patient and kind with my senior dog. I greatly appreciate her approach with my dog. She kept me informed and was responsive, and I couldn't have asked for a better experience in working with her!

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Ali C.
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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.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

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.
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Sadie was so kind and took great care of my pup! She provided amazing feedback and took lots of pics!

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Madison B.
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Skye has been amazing with my puppy! She is very knowledgeable & patient with him as he’s still learning his manners :)

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Jenna B.
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Laila was an exceptional dog sitter for us! She has great communication and is so thorough about understanding our dog’s needs and routines. She followed all instructions very precisely, and even administered our dog’s insulin after each meal. Her write-ups and photos were so detailed and you can tell how much she cares! Thank you Laila!

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Michael & Christine F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Taylor has been amazing with my new pup. She’s so kind and you can tell she really cares about the dogs. Very good communicator and super reliable 😊

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Alexandra C.
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Abby was super nice and was responsive last minute multiple times. Highly recommend her to take care of your pups

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lee aaron
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Andrea is truly incredible! The best dog walker, send pictures, and is very timely with her responses! I strongly recommend her to anyone wanting someone to take your energetic puppy out for a walk :)

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Sriram
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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.
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Alessandra is amazing!! She’s extremely attentive, communicative, & caring for our dog! She sends pictures and detailed notes after each walk! Our dog loves spending time with Alessandra! We are so happy we found her!

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Dana P.
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Olivia was great! I have a nervous dog who is skeptical of new people, but he did great walking with Olivia.

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Sam P.
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Leann is amazing with our giant attention-seeking Faye! She allows Faye to sunbathe or walk depending on her mood and gives her lots of belly rubs!

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Analisa T.
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Thea is always great with my dog, sends detailed messages and pictures, and is a great communicator!

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Kristina V.
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Summer was great! We were worried about our dog since she likes to pull on her leash and is high energy, but Summer was able to keep it all under control with no problem. Would definitely rebook.

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Faith W.
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Emily is amazing. She's communicative, very patient, kind, and overall just happy to help. Looking forward to seeing the progress she makes with my anxious Benji.

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Mickela A.
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Megan has been a huge help with walking our Belgian Malinois when I need to be out of town. She's very reliable and great with dogs, highly recommended!

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Karen H.
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Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in University on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $20 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.

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As of Jun 2026, there are 2,583 dog walkers in University. 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, 84% of University dog walkers respond in under an hour.

Dog walkers in University have an average of 15 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 University.

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:

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There are 2,583 dog walkers in University on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In University, 94% 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.