Dog Walking in West Bayside, Portland, ME
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Top rated West Bayside dog walkers
“I can’t say enough good things about Trevor! From the very beginning, he went above and beyond to make my dogs feel comfortable with him. He showed incredible patience, especially with one of my pups who can be a little shy around new people. It was clear right away how great he is with animals — calm, attentive, and genuinely caring. He followed every single instruction, which gave me so much peace of mind. I could tell my dogs absolutely loved him — their tails were wagging nonstop when he arrived, and they came back from their walks happy and relaxed. It’s not always easy to find someone you fully trust with your pets and I’ll definitely be using his services again in the future. Highly, highly recommend!”
About: I bring a lifelong love of animals and a wide range of hands-on experience. I grew up caring for animals of all kinds, have walked dogs and supported adoptions in shelter environments, and have provided reliable in-home care through years of house sitting. I’ve also lived with and fostered cats for most of my life—including young, feral, and undersocialized ones—which has given me a strong intuition for reading animal behavior and offering calm, compassionate care. I'm skilled in administering all types of medications and am happy to handle the day-to-day tasks, from walks to litter box deep cleans, with real care and attention. As a self-employed person with a very flexible schedule, I’m able to accommodate pet care throughout the week—including weekdays, evenings, and weekends. This allows me to tailor my availability to meet the specific needs of each pet and household, whether it’s daily visits, drop-ins, or walks at off-peak hours. When boarding cats in my home, I provide a calm, private room just for them—completely separate from my own cats—to ensure they feel safe and stress-free during their stay. In a client’s home, I’m attentive to any specific routines or safety needs, including crating dogs if requested. I always prioritize a pet’s comfort and well-being, keeping their environment clean, secure, and aligned with what they're used to.
“Rose is fantastic with our dog. Kind, prompt, and compassionate. He’s not the most active guy and can be stubborn and Rose has embraced it all. We are so lucky to have found her.”
“Christine was very reliable, great communication through the app and was so lovely with caring for our newly adopted 1 year old dog Annabelle. We will be booking her again soon!”
“Jennifer is fantastic!! She has been a huge help to us with walks for our new family member, Oreo. She is very knowledgeable about and comfortable with dogs, and super prompt and efficient. She takes awesome pet photos too!! 🐾 We are so happy to have found Jennifer on Rover.”
“Viva continues to be fantastic with our little pup, Maple! She is patient and continues training throughout her walks. Viva coming over is Maple’s favorite time of the week!”
“Anna did a great job with our pups. She was totally unfazed by our high maintenance pack: a young high strung pittie, and big bullmastiff girl. Both dogs adored her and I felt very comfortable giving her access to our home. We'll definitely be working with her again!”
“Destiny took great care of Sophie during her pop in walk visits. Sophie can be a bit high maintenance and Destiny was very patient with her and truly went above and beyond.”
“Harrison is great with our pup Lola. He walks her every week and has house sat for us on several occasions. We've always come back to a clean house and happy dog. Harrison great with communication and keeps us updated with photos and short texts. We and our pup are very happy to have met Harrison!”
“Serge is a dedicated, timely, pleasant dog walker and we will definitely reach out to him again next time I’m in the hospital. He did great with my service dog and I felt safe with him. And most importantly my dog loved him! Thank you!!!!”
About: I am a dog owner who is 8 years and enjoy long walks and the dog parks! I am an active person so walks are great! I have the last week of June and all of August off, so my schedule is wide open! I can be available for most of the day. I can take your dog for a long walk or even on a run or I can take them to the dog park (Valley Street).
“Robert is very responsive and communicative. He had such a perfect approach with my dog, giving her lots of love and letting her take her time to get adjusted to her new friend. Very friendly, reliable service from Robert.”
About: Animal lover with flexible schedule, calm and patient energy. I'm very active so available for long walks or runs! Always attentive to details and specifics for each pet in my care. I'm a full-time creative (painter and graphic designer), so I enjoy setting my own schedule and can easily accommodate to your pet's needs during various times of day. I can work remotely and this allows me to be available more often. I am comfortable learning each pet's needs in their home environments, and adjusting to what makes them feel most comfortable. Happy to come to you so that your pet can experience their typical daily routines.
About: I grew up with cats and dogs as pets and have helped take care of pets for friends and family! I am flexible and friendly and love to have company while going for walks. I am an educator that has a flexible summer schedule! I am open to morning or afternoon walks or pop ins and available to housesit as well. I have experience housesitting for friends and I am respectful of their space and the needs of the animals. I am happy follow directions left for the pet.
“Candace was amazing! Helped me with my dog Ben while I started a new job and made my new hours so much less stressful know she could be there! Super responsive and quick replies. Highly recommend!”
“Kembria was great with Butta! We are so thankful for her quick response to the last minute booking and overall communication. We would absolutely rebook for future walks and/or other services!”
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Trevor L.
“I can’t say enough good things about Trevor! From the very beginning, he went above and beyond to make my dogs feel comfortable with him. He showed incredible patience, especially with one of my pups who can be a little shy around new people. It was clear right away how great he is with animals — calm, attentive, and genuinely caring. He followed every single instruction, which gave me so much peace of mind. I could tell my dogs absolutely loved him — their tails were wagging nonstop when he arrived, and they came back from their walks happy and relaxed. It’s not always easy to find someone you fully trust with your pets and I’ll definitely be using his services again in the future. Highly, highly recommend!”
Heather S.
“Heather is tremendous with animals. She not only loves all critters but is patient, attentive, and has an intuitive sense for animals’ body language, comforts and needs. At the local rescue they reserve the spiciest kittens for Heather to foster because they know after just a little time with her even the most feral and scared babies will have opened up and learned what a safe and trustworthy human feels like. I think any pet owner would be lucky to have Heather looking after their fluffy companion.”
Rose B.
“Rose is fantastic with our dog. Kind, prompt, and compassionate. He’s not the most active guy and can be stubborn and Rose has embraced it all. We are so lucky to have found her.”
Christine B.
“Christine was very reliable, great communication through the app and was so lovely with caring for our newly adopted 1 year old dog Annabelle. We will be booking her again soon!”
Brendan B.
“Brendan is the best! Our dog loves him. He is very reliable.”
Jennifer E.Star Sitter
“Jennifer is fantastic!! She has been a huge help to us with walks for our new family member, Oreo. She is very knowledgeable about and comfortable with dogs, and super prompt and efficient. She takes awesome pet photos too!! 🐾 We are so happy to have found Jennifer on Rover.”
Julia B.
“Thank you!!!”
Viva L.Star Sitter
“Viva continues to be fantastic with our little pup, Maple! She is patient and continues training throughout her walks. Viva coming over is Maple’s favorite time of the week!”
Anna K.Star Sitter
“Anna did a great job with our pups. She was totally unfazed by our high maintenance pack: a young high strung pittie, and big bullmastiff girl. Both dogs adored her and I felt very comfortable giving her access to our home. We'll definitely be working with her again!”
Destiny R.
“Destiny took great care of Sophie during her pop in walk visits. Sophie can be a bit high maintenance and Destiny was very patient with her and truly went above and beyond.”
Harrison G.Star Sitter
“Harrison is great with our pup Lola. He walks her every week and has house sat for us on several occasions. We've always come back to a clean house and happy dog. Harrison great with communication and keeps us updated with photos and short texts. We and our pup are very happy to have met Harrison!”
Sergey T.Star Sitter
“Serge is a dedicated, timely, pleasant dog walker and we will definitely reach out to him again next time I’m in the hospital. He did great with my service dog and I felt safe with him. And most importantly my dog loved him! Thank you!!!!”
Shannon D.
“Thanks for the last minute storm response walk!”
Danny P.
“Danny and I have been bringing our doggos to the same dog park for several years. He is always responsible, caring, respectful and observant; looking out not only for his own pooch, but also for others. It’s clear he understands dogs; being very patient with needs and is never harsh with corrections. Several regular dogs at the park even seek him out for affection and attention. I would highly recommend him for any dog-sitting service you may require.”
Robert B.
“Robert is very responsive and communicative. He had such a perfect approach with my dog, giving her lots of love and letting her take her time to get adjusted to her new friend. Very friendly, reliable service from Robert.”
Sammi J.
“Sammi was great! Last minute booking and so grateful it worked out. She was great with my dog and was able to handle everything he needed. Thank you!”
Jeanelle D.Star Sitter
“Jeanelle is an absolute gem! She has cared for my dog with such kindness, attentiveness, and expertise that I never have to worry when I’m away. She always goes above and beyond to ensure my pup feels loved, safe, and happy, treating them as if they were her own. Jeanelle is reliable, communicative, and incredibly knowledgeable about pet care, making her the best dogsitter I could ask for. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for someone trustworthy and truly wonderful to care for their pets!”
Margaret H.
“Maggie has cared for our three animals and house-sat for us several times. She is incredibly dependable and we've never had a problem with her care! She is able to follow detailed instructions and administer medications with ease. We never worry about the fur kids when we are away anymore.”
Candace O.Star Sitter
“Candace was amazing! Helped me with my dog Ben while I started a new job and made my new hours so much less stressful know she could be there! Super responsive and quick replies. Highly recommend!”
Kembria M.
“Kembria was great with Butta! We are so thankful for her quick response to the last minute booking and overall communication. We would absolutely rebook for future walks and/or other services!”
Over 97 pet parents in West Bayside have booked dog walking
West Bayside dog parents share their Rover experiences
Emily was amazing with my dog Fenway! She was super attentive to his needs, gave thoughtful updates, and sent great photos that put my mind at ease. It was clear she really cared about making him comfortable and happy. I’d absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, compassionate walker!
Thank you, Jeremy! I unexpectedly had to take my dog to work. I jumped onto the app to see if there was any chance someone could take him for a walk for an hour. Jeremy saved the day! He immediately responded, showed up when he said he would, even found my office (and few can lol) and a nice walking trail nearby. He is professional, easy to talk "dog" with and helped my dog (and me) have a much better day.
Molly is the best! She's been walking my dog a few times a week when I'm at work for the last 4 years. She's very communative and very flexible with schedule changes. She has such a lovely relationship with my dog, and often brings her little squeaky toys to add to her porch collection. I'm a public school teacher, so my schedule changes in the summer and I don't need walks during that time. Molly is super understanding of this and still eager to start back up with us in the fall when school starts again. I can't recommend her enough!!
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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 West Bayside.
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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- 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.
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