Dog Walking in Washington Park, Richmond, VA
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“Kate was fabulous with my dog and my roommate's dog from the very beginning! My girl is usually loud and unfriendly with strangers but warmed up to Kate almost immediately. Everything about the experience was wonderful and I'd absolutely recommend Kate.”

About: I have always connected with animals! I've taken care of a variety of different pets: small to large dogs, cats, birds, and fish. I helped train my mom's standard poodle and frequently take him for walks. I regularly take care of a black lab that struggles with anxiety and have gained her trust! I also regularly have taken care of a friend's cat. I've been told by pet parents that I have a very calming energy, and it makes not only the animals trust me but also the pet parents! While I’m looking for full-time employment, I have lots of free time and am very flexible! Just let me know what your needs are and I’m happy to help! I live in an apartment building that is very pet-friendly. There is a fenced-in yard for potty breaks, and the neighborhood is also very walkable.

“Krista is incredibly reliable and considerate. She has been walking our pups 1-2 times weekly for 8 months now! Our whole zoo (2 dogs and 2 cats) feel safe with her, and look forward to their weekly head scratches, playtime, and treats with her. I appreciate that she pays special attention to each animal’s different personality and needs. Krista sends us updates on how the animals are acting and if she notices anything unusual. It’s especially reassuring since one of our dogs has high anxiety. I feel very comfortable knowing my animals are in great hands when I’m at work or out of town. 11/10 would recommend!!”


“Monique took excellent care of our pup! Her communication was excellent, and we came back to a very happy doggo (who without company is usually anxious when we return). Cannot recommend her highly enough.”


“Devinder was great! He was punctual, provided a great report and was very communicative. My pup seemed happy and refreshed when I got home. We will definitely be calling him again!”


“Rachel was fantastic in taking care of my fur baby Nappa. He can be overly excited and pull when he walks but Rachel loved him like her own. Thank you so much for loving my boy and keeping my mind at ease while my family and I were away.”


About: I have taken care of dogs from every breed and size for the past 5 years. I am an experienced, professional dog walker and sitter. I have plenty of experience with dogs with different personalities. I currently work part-time on Monday through Wednesday evenings, so I am available on Monday - Wednesday evenings as well as Thursdays - Sundays all day. I care for the pets in my/my client's home with diligence, respect, and compassion. I speak with the owner in advance to talk to them about their needs and expectations, make sure my house is clean and prepared for the dog's visit, then I diligently look after the dog and send updates to the owner.

“Nevaeh was available and prompt! We were so happy to book with her and will be booking again :)”


“Kristen did a great job walking Bo this weekend. She communicated every time and even let me add on an extra day. We would definitely use her again!”


“Thank you, Caitlyn!!! We appreciate you so much!”


“Austen was so awesome with Billy! She really pays attention to the needs of your pet, and she provides great communication on what goes on while you’re busy or out of town. Would hire her again and feel relieved to do so.”


About: I have 10 years of experience pet-sitting for dogs of different breeds and personalities! I am passionate about providing pups with care, love, enrichment, and respect while their parents are away! Please consider me to take care of your baby while you are away! I primarily work from home so I have a lot of flexibility in my schedule. I am able to keep your baby company during the day while working and in the evenings. I am serious about keep your pet safe while you are away! Ensuring that their environment remains safe and calm for them to feel as comfortable as possible. I am willing to take your pet out as much as needed.

“Elizabeth is amazing with sunny, our Pomeranian. She gets him up and out of bed for his morning walk, and he can be grumpy to get up in the mornings. He likes her and doesn't bark as much as when other people come through the door. She's attentive to detail and so helpful. I fractured my ankle and she's helped sunny get in the morning walks he needs. Thank you so much!”


“Lierin is the best! Our pup is always so happy when we come home after getting walks with her. She keeps us updated and takes great pictures. We know he is in great hands with Lierin!!”

“Amazing! My little girl is so finicky with being outside and people coming to the house and had no troubles with Sierra! Took loads of pictures and took her on a long walk to get her zoomies out :) she was attentive to the details I left and training my little girls needs. more than happy with the experience!! and so is miss maam <3”


“I am travel nurse and it can be hard to find consistent, reliable dog walking and Kayley was exactly that. She was so available and never had any issues. She is communicative and take care of your dog like they they are her own. My dog loved her. I would absolutely recommend Kayley.”


“Alyssa was wonderful. She's professional and skilled. She did the job as promised. It was great to know your pet is in good hands and I would hire her again 😊”


About: We have taken care of all kinds of animals for years and are currently the happy owners of a rescue dog named Finn. My wife and I rescued him over two years ago when he was 8 weeks old. My wife has owned, rescued, and ridden horses for most of her life and has some vet level experience with animals. My wife and I are both teachers, so we are home early each day. Our weekday afternoons are free with a ton of flexibility. We both have the summer off so we can devote all day to your fur babies! We are free almost every weekend! We will be home all day during the week starting in the summer, We are able to tag team and constantly have someone with your beloved pet at all times of the day. In May we are out of the house from around 7:00-2:00 on weekdays We have plenty of space in our house, it’s a small house but has an empty bedroom, and also a big fenced in backyard! We put up a brand new 6 foot privacy fence so your pups will feel safe when having fun in the sun!

“Cindy was responsible and caring for our dog. She worked with us to support changes in the schedule and communicated clearly when this came up. She made appropriate decisions when hot weather became an issue. Highly recommend Cindy!”


“Keith did an amazing job! He communicated very well with me while watching my baby. He has the same dog breed as mines ( a mini schnauzer) and he walked them together which I think was really sweet since i mentioned I felt like my puppy needed more contact with other dogs. I will definitely be booking again ❤️”

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Kate M.
“Kate was fabulous with my dog and my roommate's dog from the very beginning! My girl is usually loud and unfriendly with strangers but warmed up to Kate almost immediately. Everything about the experience was wonderful and I'd absolutely recommend Kate.”


Sasha M.
“Sasha has been the most amazing dog-sitter! She has come to my house during the day when I'm gone for long stretches of time and kept my dog company. She takes her out to go potty, plays fetch with her, gives her treats and meals, and makes sure her water is fresh. Sasha has also spent the night to care for my dog when my husband and I are traveling and has provided all of the above including making sure my dog feels safe and loved. I have found Sasha to possess the following qualities that make her an EXCELLENT pet caretaker: - responsible - prompt - communicative - caring - patient - trustworthy My dog LOVES Sasha and gets so excited when she comes to care for her :-) HIGHLY recommend Sasha for your pet-care needs!”


Krista B.Star Sitter

“Krista is incredibly reliable and considerate. She has been walking our pups 1-2 times weekly for 8 months now! Our whole zoo (2 dogs and 2 cats) feel safe with her, and look forward to their weekly head scratches, playtime, and treats with her. I appreciate that she pays special attention to each animal’s different personality and needs. Krista sends us updates on how the animals are acting and if she notices anything unusual. It’s especially reassuring since one of our dogs has high anxiety. I feel very comfortable knowing my animals are in great hands when I’m at work or out of town. 11/10 would recommend!!”


Monique P.Star Sitter

“Monique took excellent care of our pup! Her communication was excellent, and we came back to a very happy doggo (who without company is usually anxious when we return). Cannot recommend her highly enough.”


Devinder K.Star Sitter

“Devinder was great! He was punctual, provided a great report and was very communicative. My pup seemed happy and refreshed when I got home. We will definitely be calling him again!”


Rachel D.Star Sitter

“Rachel was fantastic in taking care of my fur baby Nappa. He can be overly excited and pull when he walks but Rachel loved him like her own. Thank you so much for loving my boy and keeping my mind at ease while my family and I were away.”


Jessica Y.
“I’ve known Jessica for years now. She is my most trustworthy friend, and I couldn’t ask for a better person to rely on. She is honest, a hard worker, and absolutely dedicated to her passions. And working with animals is one of them! I would trust Jessica with my own dog. (He recently passed away, but Jessica really helped me through the process.) She absolutely adores dogs like me, and your pup will adore her, too!”


Nevaeh S.

“Nevaeh was available and prompt! We were so happy to book with her and will be booking again :)”


Kristen C.

“Kristen did a great job walking Bo this weekend. She communicated every time and even let me add on an extra day. We would definitely use her again!”


Caitlin S.Star Sitter

“Thank you, Caitlyn!!! We appreciate you so much!”


Austen W.

“Austen was so awesome with Billy! She really pays attention to the needs of your pet, and she provides great communication on what goes on while you’re busy or out of town. Would hire her again and feel relieved to do so.”


Robbi S.
“Robbi did a great job looking after my cat Chandler! She sent lots of updates when I requested them and went above and beyond in taking care of him and making sure he always got in his playtime. I would definitely have her watch Chandler again anytime.”


Elizabeth S.Star Sitter

“Elizabeth is amazing with sunny, our Pomeranian. She gets him up and out of bed for his morning walk, and he can be grumpy to get up in the mornings. He likes her and doesn't bark as much as when other people come through the door. She's attentive to detail and so helpful. I fractured my ankle and she's helped sunny get in the morning walks he needs. Thank you so much!”


Lierin R.
“Lierin is the best! Our pup is always so happy when we come home after getting walks with her. She keeps us updated and takes great pictures. We know he is in great hands with Lierin!!”


Sierra W.

“Amazing! My little girl is so finicky with being outside and people coming to the house and had no troubles with Sierra! Took loads of pictures and took her on a long walk to get her zoomies out :) she was attentive to the details I left and training my little girls needs. more than happy with the experience!! and so is miss maam <3”


Kayley D.Star Sitter

“I am travel nurse and it can be hard to find consistent, reliable dog walking and Kayley was exactly that. She was so available and never had any issues. She is communicative and take care of your dog like they they are her own. My dog loved her. I would absolutely recommend Kayley.”


Alyssa W.

“Alyssa was wonderful. She's professional and skilled. She did the job as promised. It was great to know your pet is in good hands and I would hire her again 😊”


Charles L.
“I highly reccomend Chad! He takes such good care of my dog, and my dog is always so excited to see him. He’s incredibly reliable and has even saved me by helping me out last minute. Can’t reccomend him enough!”


Cindy C.

“Cindy was responsible and caring for our dog. She worked with us to support changes in the schedule and communicated clearly when this came up. She made appropriate decisions when hot weather became an issue. Highly recommend Cindy!”


Keith S.

“Keith did an amazing job! He communicated very well with me while watching my baby. He has the same dog breed as mines ( a mini schnauzer) and he walked them together which I think was really sweet since i mentioned I felt like my puppy needed more contact with other dogs. I will definitely be booking again ❤️”
Washington Park dog parents share their Rover experiences
Max is my dog’s favorite! I started a new job that requires a much longer commute, so he’s been walking Junie every week day for a couple of weeks now. He is very responsive, arrives on time, sends pictures, and is very patient with my neurotic dog. She loves Max! I highly recommend him!

Kristen took great care of Butters! She is very responsive and was awesome navigating my crazy building. I will use her in the future.

Lilly is a dream - very reliable, comes to walk in any condition, and my reactive dog LOVES her. Would highly recommend her to anyone who needs a walker or sitter for bug and small dogs!!

Cindy was responsible and caring for our dog. She worked with us to support changes in the schedule and communicated clearly when this came up. She made appropriate decisions when hot weather became an issue. Highly recommend Cindy!

Anna is amazing! Great communication and obviously a natural talent with dogs. My two kiddos enjoyed her care and I would recommend her to anyone!

Wonderful! Responsible, reliable and great communication. Walked my 2 high energy doggers while I was in town for work without any issues.

Thank you for being responsive, professional, and taking great care of my buddy. Excellent dog walker!

Janie is not just a sitter but a life saver as well! Thank you for humility talent and kindness! See ya soon!

Sun is a great dog mom. I’ve used her several times to watch and walk my dog Nymeria. And she has done an excellent and great job. If you’re looking for someone who will take care of your dog just as much as you would or even more, Sun is the right person because not only does she care she treats every dog like they’re her own.

Sophie was great with my dog and was super nice with her when she was scared to go outside due to the stormy weather. She sends pictures and updates during each walk so you know your dog is being well taken care of. Definitely recommend Sophie!

Mary was the best! Treating my baby with so much care and provided detailed updates as well. Grateful for her help. And my pup really loved her!

Cat is fantastic! I honestly cannot say enough about how well she takes care of my fur babies. She goes above and beyond to accommodate my busy schedule, she tries very hard to be flexible to meet the clients needs and she genuinely cares about your babies as much as you do! I highly recommend her to anyone and I don’t trust many with my pets.

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Reservation protection
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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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple dog walkers about your booking. Typically, dog walkers on Rover 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 clients when comparing dog walkers available in Washington Park.
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
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.
