Dog Walking in West Melbourne
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Top rated West Melbourne dog walkers
“Grace was wonderful!!! She worked with my Frenchie every day for over a whole year and I have zero complaints. She always was attentive, helpful, easy to work with, and trustworthy. I am sad that I won't have Grace with us where we are moving to. If you have any hesitation, you definitely can trust Grace!”
“Brian is an amazing dog sitter! Our dogs were comfortable with him the second they met him. He was consistently on time to feed and walk the boys and always sent a quick summary and pictures to hold us over until we could get back home to them. We will definitely be asking Brian to watch our dogs again in the future!”
“Max did a great job with our pups! We just moved to the area and we were nervous about being able to find new caretakers for our not always easy to care for dogs. He was able to remember all of the particulars of our uniquely different dog personalties. He was punctual and trustworthy. We could tell that he’s been working with pets for a long time and we will definitely hire him again!”
About: We have provided a warm and loving home and secure atmosphere for all breeds for over two decades. 100% customer satisfaction is our highest priority. We are a family of four and we are committed to insure that all your pet’s needs are met. We will keep your pet on his/her schedule. Our property sits on a half acre fenced yard in a secure neighborhood. The property is kept clean. We love to take our dogs for walks.
About: Hey there! I am looking to fill my schedule with cutie pets to take care of (like yours!) I've grown up with both cats and dogs and have ample experience with cat sitting and dog walking. I strive to be active with the pets I spend time with so time is well spent! I am currently working part time, so I have ample flexibility to take care of your pets! I am flexible to just about any schedule. With my pet expertise, you can rest assured that your pet will be given ample scratches, pets, and attention during your time away. Me and your pet will become bffs!
“Being a working mom, it is hard trying to do it all. I was in a bind and needed help. My friend recommended to try Josh on Rover. I have never had any experience with Rover before, but I had no choice as I needed the help. I booked with Josh which was super-fast and easy. He approved the walk right away. Well, I would too if you saw a picture of my sweet dog. Josh was punctual and seems like a really nice gentleman. Nala was so happy to go on a walk, she just darted out the door with him. Josh made sure to give nala all the love I would have given her if I had the time to walk her. This experience with Rover and Josh as a walker was wonderful. I would highly recommend using Josh.”
“Lazuli absolutely loves her walks and dog park visits. She knows they are coming every morning & looks forward to it. She is treated with love. Respect and they are calm and patient with her. She is a hyper puppy and comes back tired every time.”
About: Growing up surrounded by cats, dogs, and horses instilled in me a deep passion for animal care. Since age 10, I've been entrusted with caring for neighbors' dogs independently, demonstrating my reliability and responsibility. My experience with senior cats taught me the critical importance of adhering to specific pet needs and owner instructions. I'm dedicated to understanding animal behavior and care, continually expanding my knowledge through veterinary resources and online courses. My priority is your pet's well-being. I offer patient, consistent care, adapting to each animal's unique personality and needs, from playful puppies to gentle seniors. I understand the peace of mind you seek when entrusting your pet to someone else, and I provide prompt communication and attentive care to ensure their happiness and safety. My experience extends to horses, demonstrating my comfort with animals of all sizes. I'm available seven days a week, offering flexible scheduling for exercise, supervision, and more. Your specific care instructions are most important, and I prioritize creating a safe, comfortable environment for your pet. With no other pets or children at home, your animal receives my undivided attention. My background as a carpenter's assistant has honed my respect for clients' homes and rules while they are away. You're welcome to check in on your pet anytime, knowing their needs are my top concern. Note: Drop-in visits are tailored to your pet's needs and will not exceed 30 minutes. Your pets care is my priority and I will be available 7 days a week most weeks. Whether your pet needs exercise while you work, or supervision while you're on a weekend vacation, contact me and we can figure out the best schedule for you and your pet. Your instructions for care always come first. Whether your dog just needs a friendly, motivated individual to help them expel some energy, or you're nervous to leave them alone and have special requests, you know what's best for your pet. I do not have any other dogs, small animals, or children in the house so your pet will take priority in all situations to make the most of a new environment. Working as a carpenters assistant for years, I have been trusted in the home's of customers while they are away, and have full respect for house rules and homeowner instructions. You can check in with your pet anytime they are in my care, and breathe easy knowing their needs always come first.
“Sophia was absolutely amazing with Star and Bailey. She took special care of Bailey who is currently injured and even helped re-wrap a couple of her paws after Bailey pulled the bandages off. Will absolutely book again!”
“Samantha was so patient with our Redford! She does a phenomenal job walking him and making sure he’s doing well during the work day for us! I love that she’s provided us with great tips on teaching our puppy how to walk well on the leash. We couldn’t appreciate her more for taking such good care of our little guy. ❤️”
“We came on vacation with Marlo but still wanted to do some day-long family excursions. Katelyn came and walked our Yorkie. Loved that she was out with her for the full time. Really appreciated her and the option of having Rover.”
About: I’ve had dogs since I was 2 and genuinely love them so much. I lost my pup zeke about a year ago and cannot have one due to schooling so I would love to spend anytime and care for someone’s dog I am available for daily walks or even to let your dog out if you are at work. Available early morning or early afternoon every day of the week I think the most important thing is to get a description of how your dog likes to be cared for and then follow it to the letter! Every pup is different and you know yours best!
About: I have been around pets my whole life, currently I have two dogs and two cats at home so I definitely understand what it takes to care for them. Currently I work part time and take online classes at EFSC, so this allows me plenty of time to be there for your pet babies. I am not scared of dogs and cats, and I believe this would allow me the ability to safely handle most pets in home or on walks.
About: I have been taking care of all different types of animals all my life. From taking care of baby kittens to taking care of a new born puppy. Birds and reptiles as well. I love all animals and treat all animals the same. I just moved locally and I used to take care of a household of seven animals plus my grandmother. I am now looking to help others take care of their for babies when needed. I’m free all the time and would love to take care of more animals. I take care of my pets daily from the minute. I wake up so the minute I go to bed. Both of my cats at home follow me everywhere and love their cat room that I made for them. I play with them daily and even make cute little projects for them. My most recent one was a little box for my one cat that wouldn’t let me get rid of a delivery box. I have had to give medication to animals as well. I’m very good at it and know how to administer medication‘s properly. I’ve also taken care of animals that have walking issues that are having issues with going outside. Many years of different types of animal care.
About: I’ve been taking care of pets, my own and others since I was 8. I would love the opportunity to help care for your pets. I work part time at my son’s school so I’m free from 1:30 on the take care of your fur babies. Whether your pup needs a quick potty break or a long walk to burn off energy, I’m here to help. I have experience with dogs of all sizes and temperaments and always prioritize safety. Flexible scheduling and regular updates guaranteed. You can count on me for honest communication, punctuality, and consistent, loving care.
About: I honestly like animals more than I like humans :) I know your dogs are like your children and I will give them the most quality love and care. Why I love dog sitting I have always felt such a deep connection to animals, and I feel dogs and horses are the closest things to angels on earth. I have been around dogs my entire life, and would love to spend some time with yours! I am available for drop-in visits, dog-walking, daycare, boarding,and sleepovers. I love to be outside and active. I have recently adopted a cat, so I can now only take dogs who are well-behaved around cats. My experience administering medication Yes, as long as you show me exactly what is to be done, and how often. Thank you for considering me for your beloved fur babies. I am newly-relocated to Melbourne and have lots of free time to spend taking care of your animal. I am in the fitness industry, so my work is sporadic, and an hour or so at a time. I have two cats at home, one who is older and minds her own business, and one who would love to play with your cat.
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Kory O.
Star Sitter
“The girls loved Kory! Thanks so much.”
Grace R.
“Grace was wonderful!!! She worked with my Frenchie every day for over a whole year and I have zero complaints. She always was attentive, helpful, easy to work with, and trustworthy. I am sad that I won't have Grace with us where we are moving to. If you have any hesitation, you definitely can trust Grace!”
Brian B.Star Sitter
“Brian is an amazing dog sitter! Our dogs were comfortable with him the second they met him. He was consistently on time to feed and walk the boys and always sent a quick summary and pictures to hold us over until we could get back home to them. We will definitely be asking Brian to watch our dogs again in the future!”
Alexandra L.Star Sitter
“Thank you for taking great care of our pupper. It’s so nice to be able to leave him knowing he will be taken care of.”
Max W.Star Sitter
“Max did a great job with our pups! We just moved to the area and we were nervous about being able to find new caretakers for our not always easy to care for dogs. He was able to remember all of the particulars of our uniquely different dog personalties. He was punctual and trustworthy. We could tell that he’s been working with pets for a long time and we will definitely hire him again!”
Jorge & Osvaldo V.Star Sitter
“Jorge was absolutely amazing, he is the kindest soul. My dog Miriam is very troubled and doesn’t behave very well as she can be quite stubborn for this reason I was hesitant on leaving my dog. Boy was I wrong, Jorge was so patient and loving with my Miriam that she instantly bonded with him and his family. I highly recommend his services.”
Jaylene F.
“She is super sweet, kept me informed all the time she went to see and walk my dog. I am incredibly in awe of how good she is and how much my doggo loves her”
Elena B.
“Elena was amazing and took great care of our dog last minute when our sitter cancelled on us. Thank you so much and we will reach out to you again next time we are out of town!”
Annelise M.
“I could not recommend Annelise enough to watch your kiddos! She is responsible, kind, and full of compassion. We were roommates over a summer and the times I was not home with Theo I would come home to them having cuddles on the couch or making sure he got out to use the restroom. With no obligation to, she made sure to care for my puppy. I do and would trust her with Theodore anytime.”
Joshua B.
“Being a working mom, it is hard trying to do it all. I was in a bind and needed help. My friend recommended to try Josh on Rover. I have never had any experience with Rover before, but I had no choice as I needed the help. I booked with Josh which was super-fast and easy. He approved the walk right away. Well, I would too if you saw a picture of my sweet dog. Josh was punctual and seems like a really nice gentleman. Nala was so happy to go on a walk, she just darted out the door with him. Josh made sure to give nala all the love I would have given her if I had the time to walk her. This experience with Rover and Josh as a walker was wonderful. I would highly recommend using Josh.”
Robyn & Robert F.
“Lazuli absolutely loves her walks and dog park visits. She knows they are coming every morning & looks forward to it. She is treated with love. Respect and they are calm and patient with her. She is a hyper puppy and comes back tired every time.”
Melissa T.
About: Growing up surrounded by cats, dogs, and horses instilled in me a deep passion for animal care. Since age 10, I've been entrusted with caring for neighbors' dogs independently, demonstrating my reliability and responsibility. My experience with senior cats taught me the critical importance of adhering to specific pet needs and owner instructions. I'm dedicated to understanding animal behavior and care, continually expanding my knowledge through veterinary resources and online courses. My priority is your pet's well-being. I offer patient, consistent care, adapting to each animal's unique personality and needs, from playful puppies to gentle seniors. I understand the peace of mind you seek when entrusting your pet to someone else, and I provide prompt communication and attentive care to ensure their happiness and safety. My experience extends to horses, demonstrating my comfort with animals of all sizes. I'm available seven days a week, offering flexible scheduling for exercise, supervision, and more. Your specific care instructions are most important, and I prioritize creating a safe, comfortable environment for your pet. With no other pets or children at home, your animal receives my undivided attention. My background as a carpenter's assistant has honed my respect for clients' homes and rules while they are away. You're welcome to check in on your pet anytime, knowing their needs are my top concern. Note: Drop-in visits are tailored to your pet's needs and will not exceed 30 minutes. Your pets care is my priority and I will be available 7 days a week most weeks. Whether your pet needs exercise while you work, or supervision while you're on a weekend vacation, contact me and we can figure out the best schedule for you and your pet. Your instructions for care always come first. Whether your dog just needs a friendly, motivated individual to help them expel some energy, or you're nervous to leave them alone and have special requests, you know what's best for your pet. I do not have any other dogs, small animals, or children in the house so your pet will take priority in all situations to make the most of a new environment. Working as a carpenters assistant for years, I have been trusted in the home's of customers while they are away, and have full respect for house rules and homeowner instructions. You can check in with your pet anytime they are in my care, and breathe easy knowing their needs always come first.
Sophia R.
“Sophia was absolutely amazing with Star and Bailey. She took special care of Bailey who is currently injured and even helped re-wrap a couple of her paws after Bailey pulled the bandages off. Will absolutely book again!”
Samantha A.
“Samantha was so patient with our Redford! She does a phenomenal job walking him and making sure he’s doing well during the work day for us! I love that she’s provided us with great tips on teaching our puppy how to walk well on the leash. We couldn’t appreciate her more for taking such good care of our little guy. ❤️”
Katelyn G.
“We came on vacation with Marlo but still wanted to do some day-long family excursions. Katelyn came and walked our Yorkie. Loved that she was out with her for the full time. Really appreciated her and the option of having Rover.”
Robert D.
“Rob is a wonderful care taker for our pups. He is attentive to specific needs and can handle our 120lb mastiff mix (as well as our high energy cattle dog). Highly recommend!”
Romario G.
“If you are looking for an attentive and animal-loving sitter for your fur babies, look no further! Romario is extremely knowledgeable and patient with caring for both dogs and cats. He has years of experience with different breeds and sizes, mighty and mini, he can handle it all! He enjoys walking, fetching and bonding with each pet and even bathes and grooms their nails & paws! He really goes the extra mile to ensure each pet is well taken care of and happy:)”
Allison J.
About: I have been taking care of all different types of animals all my life. From taking care of baby kittens to taking care of a new born puppy. Birds and reptiles as well. I love all animals and treat all animals the same. I just moved locally and I used to take care of a household of seven animals plus my grandmother. I am now looking to help others take care of their for babies when needed. I’m free all the time and would love to take care of more animals. I take care of my pets daily from the minute. I wake up so the minute I go to bed. Both of my cats at home follow me everywhere and love their cat room that I made for them. I play with them daily and even make cute little projects for them. My most recent one was a little box for my one cat that wouldn’t let me get rid of a delivery box. I have had to give medication to animals as well. I’m very good at it and know how to administer medication‘s properly. I’ve also taken care of animals that have walking issues that are having issues with going outside. Many years of different types of animal care.
Mallory I.
“Mallory is a fantastic caregiver! She has watched my pets several times and takes amazing care of them. If I’m out of town or just need my dogs walked, I can always count on her. She is great at communicating and sending lots of pictures. I know my fur babies are in good hands when they’re with Mallory. She is my go to!”
Allisun H.
“My dog loves Allisun! The two of them go on walks, hikes and even car rides. I never have to worry whether my dog is being well taken care of.”
West Melbourne dog parents share their Rover experiences
Emily and Evan provided exceptional care for our girls over four days, and we couldn’t be more grateful. From the detailed care cards to the countless adorable pictures, they kept us constantly reassured and informed. Although we booked 30-minute visits, they went above and beyond, often staying over 40 minutes to ensure our pets were happy and well looked after. Their passion and genuine love for animals truly shine through in everything they do. This isn’t just a job for them—it’s a calling. We’ll absolutely be booking their services for all our future trips. Thank you, Emily and Evan, for your outstanding dedication and kindness!
Corie is the absolute best. My dogs and I love her – so much so, in fact, I kind of don't want to leave a good review for her so she won't get booked up by other folks! She's communicative, friendly, and excellent with with my three (big, strong and occasionally obnoxious) pit bull-type dogs. I'm so thankful I found Corie!
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3. Book & Pay
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The median cost per walk for dog walking in West Melbourne is $20
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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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Sitters in West Melbourne average 3 repeat dog walking clients
Dog Walking FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in West Melbourne on Rover as of Aug 2025 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.
As of Aug 2025, there are 990 dog walkers in West Melbourne. 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, 85% of West Melbourne dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in West Melbourne have an average of 18 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 West Melbourne.
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
There are 990 dog walkers in West Melbourne on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In West Melbourne, 97% 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.
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