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Top 20 Dog Walkers in Philadelphia, PA

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Gabrielle N.

Elder/Child Care Specialest

Philadelphia, PA

4.9(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Pet walking
dog training
pet sitting
Hello my name is Gabrielle. I have over 45 years experience working with animals. I have had dogs, cats, all my life and have actually taken care of others pets. I also worked with pet stores in the area regarding the feeding, walking and loving them .. animals are my life , I am also a PETA advocate. believe me all your animals...

Care Member says "Gabrielle was everything you would want in a sitter and more ! She sat for my kitty for two weeks.She sent me messages and pictures of my little boy and...

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Frances C.

Pet Sitting And Dog Walking

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
dog training
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Fran. I am a professional pet sitter and dog walker. When my children were younger, we had a small pet sitting business in our Moorestown, NJ community. We were with some families for over 10 years! I can provide you with EXCELLENT references. I do more than simply take your dog around the block. I will play...

Ashley G. says "Easily available on short notice and a holiday weekend. Friendly and dependable "

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Mollie C.

Dog Walking Any Kind Of Dog Of Any Age

Philadelphia, PA

from
$12/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
administration of medicine
I provide dog sitting in your home, or dog walking at any distance. I will be graduating high school this year, and I have a dog of my own as well as experience walking various dogs in my neighborhood, and caring for family members and friends dogs while they are away. I love all animals, especially dogs, and plan to work with...
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Lily G.

Dog Walking And Overnight Pet Care

Philadelphia, PA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
You can often find me, playing fetch, walking, snuggling or letting out a neighborhood dog in my free time. I have been pet sitting since I was 12 years old when I would watch my neighbors cat why they went on vacations. I have since, cared for my own (since past) family dog, volunteered weekly in a wildlife refuge and spent...
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Emily V.

For Your Pet(s) I Offer Pet Sitting And Dog Walking Services, I Also Provide Cat Sitting Services.

Philadelphia, PA

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
I love all pets! I'll give your furry friends all the love they deserve. I'll play with them, cuddle with them, and walk them.
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Andrew M.

A Walk On The Wild Side Dog Walking

Philadelphia, PA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
daily feeding
pet walking
+ 1 more
I have been in Luzerne county for a little over two years. I am halfway through an online MSW program. I also run a small scale online business from my home. My schedule is very flexible. I am a lifelong dog lover. I've owned dogs my whole life and do my best to form a bond with every single one that I meet. As a pet owner, I...
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Megan D.

Available For Dog Walking!

Philadelphia, PA

from
$8/hr
Pet walking
I'm a pet owner of a 10-year-old Morkie. I'm available Monday-Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. I love animals, and am a retired ballet dancer.
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Jillian R.

Dog And Cat Sitting, Walking, Day Visits

Philadelphia, PA

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
I've pet sat before and am comfortable walking and feeding dogs and cats. I love them so much this is more of a treat for me than it is the other way around!
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Maria U.

Dog Lover Available For Walks (any Day) And Dog Sitter In Home/overnight (only Weekend)

Philadelphia, PA

from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet walking
Hello ! I am a dog lover. I use to have cats and dogs. I studied 2 years of Biology , really appreciate the animals. I would like to care of your pet. Please let me enjoy it.
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Nina P.

Dog Sitter/Walker Or Large Mammal (grooming/feeding/walking)

Philadelphia, PA

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$8/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
grooming
pet sitting
I have owned three large dogs since I was a young child and have always taken pride in caring for them along with my mothers help. I started pet sitting dogs occasionally when I was 16; 3-4x a day visits/walking/feeding. I have been riding and caring for horses since I was 5 years old. I started working as a Barn Hand at a...
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Viktoriia N.

I Have A Dog , Every Day I Walked It, Fed It, Bathed It. I Took Him To A Dog Therapist, A Trainer.

Philadelphia, PA

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$8/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
Responsible, stress-resistant, and caring I'd describe my personality as Responsible, stress-resistant, and caring I like working with animals because I love pets, and I have a dog . I'm looking for a job that I started working with animals when In my spare time, I like to spending time with my family One thing you...
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Marta S.

Would Love To Walk/ Sit Your Cat.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
I am an animal lover. I have experience caring for cats, dogs. I have stayed with many animals and am comfortable grooming, walking, feeding, playing with and caring for your pets. I am an energetic undergraduate student with a flexible schedule and look forward to meeting your pets! Please feel free to contact me to discuss...

Sara T. says "I left my home and my two kitties in Marta's care when I went away for a long weekend, and she was marvelous: attentive, detail-oriented, warm, and...

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Quiana L.

Pet Sitting or Walking

Philadelphia, PA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
administration of medicine
I have studied animals in a High school program for 4 years. I love animals and is experience with just about any animal out there. Horses, birds, cat, rodents, snakes and dogs are some of the animals I have cared for in the past. I am decent with animal training as well. I understand that pets are part of the family
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Ava B.

Walking And Sitting Available!

Philadelphia, PA

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hello, I am 23 years old and have had cats and dogs my whole life. I currently am a walker and just looking to broaden my horizons! I am currently pregnant and am looking for alternative routes for income and love animals. Please reach out if you are in need of help!
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Lisa M.

Pet Care/Walking

Philadelphia, PA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
daily feeding
I have house and pet watched for many neighbors while they go on vacation. I typically bring in the mail, feed the cat and dog and walk the dog. I am willing to learn to work with any animals.
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Gabriella H.

Responsible Animal Lover Available For Pet Sitting And Walks!

Philadelphia, PA

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$11/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
administration of medicine
I am available for pet sitting and dog walking throughout the Upper Valley. I am a lifelong dog owner with 4 years of experience as a dog walker and dog sitter.
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Joyce S.

Part Time Errands, As Well As ,Light Cleaning Meal Prep And Pet Walking And Sitting

Philadelphia, PA

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$10/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have pets of my own ( 1 dog and 1 cat)and I love animals. I am an excellent cook and meal planner. I can also shop to your specifications. I and kind and good natured. I know my way around a house and can clean with the best of them.
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Sage P.

Teacher In The Fall, Dog Lover In The Summer!

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
boarding
Hello! My name is Sage and I am a kindergarten teacher during the school year and a dog sitter/walker during the summer. My summers are completely open, which means I will have optimal time to take your dog on long walks, go to the dog park, and give them love. I have 3 year of experience caring for dogs/cats and I am eager to...

Natalie S. says "Sage was a wonderful dog sitter. She sent me regular pictures and updates, and my pup was happy and healthy when I returned."

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Cindy W.

Dependable And Trustworthy; Loving And Experienced Cat-Sitter/Loves Dogs Too!

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Administration of medicine
Hello! I am an animal lover and proud owner, so your pet(s) will be in good hands! Currently, I have one amazing dog and one awesome cat :) I have lots of experience with caring for cats (and fish) while owners are away on vacation: I go to their home to feed, freshen water, clean/freshen/dispose of litter, play, brush, and of...

Emily D. says "I was glad to have found Cindy in 2017 when I was going on vacation and wanted someone to check in, feed, and make sure all was well with my elder cat....

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Erika L.

Dog Lover

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming. I also can walk your dogs.

Elizabeth W. says "Erika did a great job taking care of our cat in her home. She was in contact with us while we were away and sent us photos and updates. She treated...

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  • 417 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.48/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog walkers is 4.7

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in Philadelphia, PA

Dog Walkers in Philadelphia, PA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 68 reviews of the 417 listed dog walkers

Gabrielle N.

Gabrielle was everything you would want in a sitter and more ! She sat for my kitty for two weeks.She sent me messages and pictures of my...

- Care member

Frances C.

Easily available on short notice and a holiday weekend. Friendly and dependable

- Ashley G.

Marta S.

I left my home and my two kitties in Marta's care when I went away for a long weekend, and she was marvelous: attentive, detail-oriented,...

- Sara T.

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Philadelphia, PA

A local dog walker near you in Philadelphia, PA will cost you an average of $14.48 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of August 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 417 dog walkers offering services in Philadelphia, PA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Philadelphia or your zip code. From there, compare your options by reading about the specific dog walking services they provide, their experience with dogs, and their hourly rate. You can also read reviews from other pet parents from Philadelphia to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.

Hiring a dog walker is a great way to eliminate worry and guilt when your dog is home alone for many hours, while also being a good way to keep your dog fit, happy and well socialized. You can read reviews from other pet parents living in Philadelphia, PA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Philadelphia, PA, you can use Care.com to start your search. All dog walkers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and any dog walkers who complete the Care Checkhave a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run so you can easily recognize them. CareChecks are a great place to start, but we strongly advise that you take additional steps to ensure you feel comfortable with the dog walker you hire, such as running your own background check and asking for references. You can visit our Safety Center to learn more.

On Care.com, there are currently 417 dog walkers near you in Philadelphia, PA that you can get to know. You can review dog walker profiles to see who has the experience you’re looking for and who will take on the responsibilities you need help with.

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