Best Dog Walkers in Somerville

A Walk In The Park has been walking dogs since 2002 and is trusted by owners in Saugus and nearby communities. Services include shorter walks in the dog's own neighborhood along with basic pet/house duties, one-hour walks in the woods, and longer one-hour house visits as well. Owner/operator Chris La Voie is committed to providing top-quality service and personalized attention for each pet, is a member of the American Eskimo Dog Club of America and the Agility Club of New Hampshire, and is active in raising money for American Eskimo Dog Rescue & Canine Health Research. References are available upon request, and dog owners can request a free consultation.

Citizen Canine Walking Company handles dog walking for residents of Lynn, Swampscott, Woburn, and the surrounding areas. All dogs are treated like family with plenty of personalized care, and services include a walk for a quick potty break, a 30-minute structured walk, and a one-hour walk/hike. Clients can also request obedience training and leash training, and additional fees apply for more than one dog, clients outside the service area, and walks that take place after hours or on the weekends. In-home dog and cat sitting, as well as services for other animals, are available, and interested parties can contact the team for further information.

Companion Synergy is a North Shore dog walking service backed by over 15 years of canine experience. The team specializes in caring for reactive and fearful pets and offers individual dog walking per the client's needs, training reinforcement and socialization during every visit, play groups, pet sitting, training, and nutrition. Owner/operator Liz Jacques is a Certified Professional Pet Sitter via PSI and a Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge Assessed, and the group works alongside WiggleBums! Dog-friendly Training and Behavior Consulting to help with various behavioral issues. Services are also available for cats and kittens, reptiles and amphibians, birds, and small caged animals. Companion Synergy holds an A+ rating with the BBB.

Everydog Training Center is a Danvers dog walking company backed by over 50 years of combined experience with dogs. Owner Diane Kurkjian is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and a former training director at New England Dog Training Club in Cambridge, MA and walks dogs along with another team member, Mark. The facility focuses on "Science-based, humane training" for everything from basic manners to dog sports and uses "gentle, force-free methods" in a fun and caring environment. Bios for all staff members can be reviewed on Everydog Training Center's site, and interested parties can phone, email, or submit an online form to ask about dog walking or request additional information about training.

Hikes for Hounds offers dog walks to residents of Melrose, Stoneham, and Malden. The company specializes in off-leash hiking trips for 60 to 90 minutes that allow dogs true freedom, exercise, socialization, and fun in a pack setting. Traditional private and small group walks are available as well for 20 to 30-minute breaks in the dog's own neighborhood. The owner also offers boarding and daycare in her own home with a fenced yard and close proximity to local woods and pond. Clients can request pet/house sitting services at the dog's own home as well, and the owner has experience with numerous types of animals from cats to turtles to horses.

Most Valuable Pup offers dog walking in Burlington and Billerica. Dog owners can first request a free Meet & Greet to get to know the team and introduce their pooch, and services include 30 or 45-minute walks/playtime, 15-minute drop-ins, group play dates, field trips on Fridays, and full sitting/doggie sleepovers. Training services are also available, and employees are educated in dog training and handling via CATCH Canine Trainers Academy and certified in pet CPR and first aid. The company is insured as well, is a member of Pet Sitters Associates, and follows the motto of "every pup is an MVP." Owners with rescue dogs, as well as military personnel and veterans, receive discounts.

Muddy Paws Dog Walking & Pet Sitting works throughout the Greater Boston area. Services cover short potty breaks, 30 or 60-minute group walks, and field trips, and clients can even use an app to communicate with their walker, receive photos, and schedule service. Pet sitting, boarding, and other concierge services are also available. The full-service team of 27 dog lovers is known for its flexibility and experience with a wide range of dog breeds and temperaments, and bios for each walker can be found on the company's website. Muddy Paws has walked thousands of dogs to date, all walkers have passed background checks, and services can be customized per each dog's and client's needs.

Running The Pack has been walking dogs for local residents since 2006. Professional walkers provide dependable service for dog walks all year long with a customized journal and poop scooping included in each service. Solo and small-group walks are available, and additional services include dog running, training, new puppy sessions, and pet sitting. Clients can also conveniently schedule and pay their bills directly via the company's site. Running The Pack is a member of the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters and took home an Angie’s List Super Service Award in 2013. Owner Jill Hourihan serves on the NAAPS Animal Rights and Law Committee as well.