Dog Walking in Westlake

About: I say the above because for many years, my long time dog buddy, Shelby (pictured in the photo I'm holding), loved to ride in my car, right by my side. Shelby passed away in 2018 and I miss her so much, every day. In 2019, I rescued a blue heeler/beagle mix, Nova; then in 2024, a shepherd mix, Holly. Dogs have been my companions for more than 40 years, and I have loved caring for, walking, playing, vacationing and just plain hanging with them. . I truly love dogs. They are one of humankind's most noble and steadfast animal friends. I would very much enjoy taking your best friend (or friends) for a walk. I have always enjoyed the company of my canines...and I'm sure I'd feel the same way about your four-legged pals. Plus, getting out with them is great exercise...for both dog and human! I am semi retired, so I have much flexibility in the hours that can be devoted to dog walking. I walk my own dogs in all kinds of weather, which is necessary given the variable climate here in NE Ohio! In my own home, my dogs get out for walks at least three times a day, we well as potty breaks where necessary. They have crates where they can freely go to when they wish to. Most important is that the dogs and I adhere to a stable, regular routine, including feeding and playtimes.

“Alicia did an excellent job, she was very patient, loving and caring. She showed much compassion towards my dog who wasn't as willing to go with her. She soon did and together they had such a great time on there walk. I would HIGHLY recommend.”

David H.

“Madelyn is so great with Bernie. It was raining earlier today, and Bernie normally won’t go outside. Not only did he go out with her, he went on a long walk. Thank you!”

Chuck H.

“Lily was great! Gave Eddie a great walk and was very understanding of an always changing jury duty schedule!”

Fred W.

About: hello! i have 15 years of experience caring for all kinds of pets. dogs, cats, guinea pigs, rabbits, birds, and more! i love animals and am interested in dog walking as a way to be more active! i am currently working full time monday - friday from 9 - 5. i work from home and keep flexible hours. lets work something out! i am offering dog walking around your neighborhood or can take them to the park if you prefer! i love to play fetch and go for long walks. also available for drop ins and in home pet sitting.

“Anna is fantastic!! She takes great care of my pup. I’m so glad I found her!”

Rebecca F.

About: I’ve had animals my whole life and genuinely love being around them. I currently have three dogs (a terrier, a mastiff-lab mix, and a pittie) who I’m obsessed with, plus my black cat who is my best friend. I also foster puppies and senior dogs, which has given me a lot of experience with pets who need a little extra patience, care, or attention. I’m super comfortable adjusting to different energy levels whether that means keeping up with a crazy puppy or going slow and gentle with an older dog. I used to work at a doggy daycare where I cared for 100+ dogs at a time, feeding, cleaning, walking, and just making sure everyone was safe and happy. That experience taught me how to handle all kinds of breeds, sizes, and personalities. Overall, I’ll treat your pets like they’re my own and make sure they feel safe, loved, and well taken care of :) I’m a college student so my schedule can be pretty flexible, especially during the summer and school breaks. That’s when I’m really looking to do more pet care because I love having something active and fun to fill my time, and being around animals is honestly my favorite thing. I’ll treat your pets just like my own, with lots of love, attention, and care. I know every pet is different, so I always make sure to follow whatever instructions you leave, whether that’s feeding routines, crating, medications, walks, or anything specific to their needs. I’m very attentive to their behavior and comfort level, and I’ll make sure they feel safe and relaxed in their environment. I also keep things clean and consistent so your pet stays happy and stress-free while you’re away.

“Grace has been wonderful taking care of Tito! She is reliable and receptive to feedback. Will definitely continue to schedule with her! Thanks Grace!”

Ashton F.

“Arielle was amazing! She is a very friendly and dependable person. I can count on her always showing up on time and providing excellent service. Arielle genuinely loves being around dogs and it shows. My dog Bella immediately got along with her on the first meet up and she usually takes a little bit of time warming up to new people. During the walks Arielle would always send a photo and notes to update me on how Bella is doing which is much appreciated. I will definitely be using Arielle again for my future dog walking needs.”

An H.

About: I have grown up with a dog in my house since I was born. I have taken care of neighbors and friends dogs while they have went on vacation or just out of town for work. Since moving away for college and now graduate school, I am looking for my dog fix since I cannot own one myself With the summer starting and vacations coming up I will do my best to be available for your dogs. I do have other responsibilities such as school and work but I am always 100% with my clients if I will be a good fit for the stay/drop or not. If you are looking to book with me but see my availability is different then what you’re looking for, please still send me a message and I will do my best to accommodate to make it work! Since I am not able to host dogs at my current place of residence, this will allow the dog to feel more comfortable with a stranger coming to take care of them while the owners are away for however long. I will adjust to their routine so they hardly notice the owners are gone. They will receive all the belly rubs and love they could ask for until their owner returns home

“Mauren and Josh were great! Walked our dog Ellie twice a day for a week. Was always on time, tentative and sent plenty of pictures. Will use them again!”

David Q.

“Allan was great with our dog! Very punctual, consistent communication, and helped us give medication when we found out our dog wasn’t feeling too well. He spent the whole time with our pup and would highly recommend!”

Clara R.

About: I have a 5 year old male border collie named Rocky who is my absolute soul dog. My mutt Halo I adopted from a shelter in Lansing, Michigan while I was studying at Michigan State University in East Lansing. They are both born in July one year apart. I raised Rocky from puppyhood and taught him 30+ tricks. Rocky helped me raise Halo. I am an animal person in general. I love cats and dogs. I bar back at TopGolf in Avon and am a Host at Scramblers in Rocky River. I’m looking to become a dog trainer soon. Once I can afford my own house I will pursue a certification for it. I am friendly, polite, musical, and fun. I walk around 30-40K steps a day so I would love to meet and be able to walk your dogs for you. I also have a fondness for cats as well and used to take care of my neighbor’s cat Caramel when we were in college! I work Saturdays from 9am-3pm and for Top Golf I am still fairly new so I barely even get scheduled right now. It could pick up in the summer but regardless I have an incredibly flexible schedule for the time being. My border collie and pitbull mix Halo live with my parents and I in Westlake in an apartment. We have a secret off leash spot we like to use for them to run around and Rocky to play fetch in!

“Tyler is literally amazing! First off me and my boyfriend messed up the key situation so Tyler can help us with our puppy and Tyler drove all the way to my job to come get my keys to still help us with our puppy! Tyler left us notes of our puppies time with Tyler and helped clean up any messes our puppy made, he very communicative and helpful!”

Roxanna S.

“Brian was right on schedule this morning! He is very knowledgeable when it came to the issues I am having with my pups. He gave me lots of tips and tricks to work on with them. He will be my go to guy in the future!”

Cassie A.

About: I am a professional actor and aspiring pet caretaker new-ish to the Cleveland area! Pet care is one of the many side hustles I have taken on since graduating college and beginning my acting career. It can be challenging to find jobs that are easy to hop right back into in between or even on top of my performing jobs, so what better place to work than as a caretaker for your pet? Considering my background in theatre and a lifetime of caring for the many dogs and cats my family owned growing up, you can consider me a reliable, loyal, and trustworthy caretaker for your sweet fur babies. I will quickly and easily match their energy and I can assure you that your pet(s) will remain safe and happy! In my childhood and teen years, my family took on multiple pets - cats and dogs of all ages. I was a responsible caretaker for my family, ensuring to pay close attention to the pet’s needs and behavior and always letting my parents know if I noticed an issue. Our pets remained happy and healthy, and I moved away from home only to adopt a six week old kitten myself! My cat, Kirby, is now a happy and healthy three year old who lives among two other cats that I successfully socialized him with. Needless to say, my caretaking methods are effective and rehearsed, beginning from a young age and continuing into my adulthood. I am so looking forward to meeting you and your fur babies, and I’m ever so excited to be of the utmost assistance I can be to you. By hiring me, you are helping a young actress make her way in the beginnings of her career and filling her heart by allowing her quality time with your pets! I currently am working as a server and a part-time keyholder in retail. My schedule varies week to week, but I am happy to rearrange my schedule when possible to accommodate to your pet care needs! I am happy to bring along any supplies of my own that would make our time easier! I am also happy to follow any routine you already have in place and comfortable with looking in your home as much as you would allow me to use supplies you may already have.

“Sophia is a rockstar! She looked after my furball for a whole week and was incredibly patient with my dog's anxiety. They are now best friends! Strongly recommend Sophia for dog care services”

Zack L.

“Devon was available on very short notice and took good care of my dog. I will definitely be rebooking with her”

Joe F.

“Tyler is a great dog walker! He is very patient, communicative, reliable and awesome with larger breeds! I have an American Bully and he takes time to play with her and lets her sniff around on their walks. Really grateful for his weekly drop ins and walks with my pup! Tyler and Cashmere, have become great walking buddies. 10/10!!”

Gianna M.

“Sam did a great job coming by to walk our pups while we were gone for the day. Provided updates and made sure the dogs were doing well. Looking forward to working with Sam in the future!”

Desirae B.