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408 dog walkers are listed in Austin, TX
The average posted rate is $14/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby dog walkers is 3 years
Dog walkers in Austin, TX
I am happy to provide any pet services you can think of. I have experience with drop in visits, long walks, vacation overnight care while you are away, and more. I love all animals and would love to meet your furry friend!
Maddie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Tess B.
Austin, TX
$8-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm Tess, a passionate animal lover with 2+ years of experience providing top-notch care for pets of all kinds. Whether it's dogs, cats, birds, or small animals, I understand the unique needs of each pet and am committed to making sure they feel safe, loved, and happy while you're away.
I offer services including...
Tess can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Sierra N.
Austin, TX
$15-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
I was raised by a veterinarian, so I've had the privilege of growing up around all types of animals and have developed a deep love and respect for them. I truly consider animals family, and I'm dedicated to providing them with the best care possible. Whether it's feeding, walking, cleaning up behind/ washing, or just spending...
Sierra can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Daphnee M.
Austin, TX
$8-16/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am very passionate about pet care and maintenance. As a dog mom of my own, I know what it's like to worry for their well being and safety. So I hope to be able to provide that comfort and peace of mind to other pet families.
I like working with animals because I think animals feel as much as humans they just can't communicate...
Daphnee can also help with: Pet sitting
I'm a passionate pet lover with a big heart for animals. As a dedicated pet owner, I know how important it is to find someone who truly cares about your babies. My partner and I recently bought a home in SE Austin, and with a fenced backyard, I would love to host your pets. I have 10 years of experience owning dogs and 5 years...
Shannon can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
I am an animal lover and would be more than happy to nurture your fur baby or babies. I have experience with house sitting and walks.
Abigail can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking
I am a lifelong animal lover and parent, and find working with animals to be very rewarding. I'd love to meet your fur baby!
I'd describe my personality as calm, loving and curious.
I like working with animals because they have no ego and lead with love
I'm looking for a job that allows me to work with people and pets,...
Kristy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a "Jill" of all trades. My name is Sylvia, I am in my 29th year of education and currently a Reading Specialist. I am off most evenings and all Summer long. As a babysitter, I will get down on the ground and play or read with your baby, as a pet sitter, can walk, play, clean after and comfort your fur baby while you are...
Sylvia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Amanda B.
Austin, TX
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello, my name is is Amanda and I am currently looking to give my future client and their loving pets a helping hand, I have always been around animals, my whole life and have taken in and adopted pets for the last 10 years. They are all in happy homes now so now I'm just looking for something to do to pass the time. I am...
Amanda can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Hello! I am more than happy to help out with pet sitting and walking. I have a fur-baby of my own who I absolutely adore!
Molly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Animal lover with years of experience caring for pets of all sizes and personalities! I'm reliable, gentle, and love creating a safe, fun, and comforting environment for furry friends. Whether it's daily walks, playtime, or overnight stays, I treat every pet like family.
I started working with animals when I was 12 years old
Michele can also help with: Pet sitting
4.9
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I have been working as a nanny/house manager with my current family for 15 years. The kids are now ages 17(who is in the picture with me and was only 2 when I started!)and a 20-year-old girl who is away at college. When they were younger, did school pickup, took them to activities, snacks, lunches, and everything involved...
Karen can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Karen has been our daughter's nanny since she was 4 months old. She is now almost a year old and we have had the best experience with Karen. She is 100% dependable, kind, caring, reliable, and just all round a lovely person to have around. I don't believe she...
Abigail A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Experienced caregiver provides dependable, compassionate and patient care to your loved ones to help them live independently at home. I am positive, friendly, trustworthy, and fun. I have previously worked as a CNA in assisted living facilities, specializing in residents with dementia, as well as caregiving one on one in my...
Eileen can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Eilis (her preferred name) was a valued member of our care-giving team for my 88-year-old mother. She worked for us for more than a year, starting about month before the realities of COVID. Eilis was observant of all changing protocols, as the CDC continued to...
Karen S.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I have 6 years of experience working as a Preschool Teacher Assistant. My experience of Care is 1 to 2 years of age. The most I can care for at the time would be 2 kids. I do have 2 Beautiful small dogs and my husband. And Some of my favorite activities besides teaching learning such as numbers and letters are crafts and...
4.0
"Rosa helped to watch my 3 month old baby and was great! She sent me photos throughout the time which I always appreciate. She communicated well prior, was kind and baby was happy!"
Annie O.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there,
I am 26 years old and live on the Yorkville Oswego border.
I am currently a high school teacher in the area. I have experience teaching but also nannying, tutoring (PreK-Highschool), and dog walking.
Prior to teaching, I nannied 3 children ages 4-10 for a year. I also served as an E-learning Aid for 2 of the 3 children...
Cassidy can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cassidy is a young energetic child-care taker. Previously used her fiancé as a babysitter occasionally. However, he started working a corporate job and recommended I use Cassidy. She had no problem picking up my son from school and making both kids a healthy snack...
Nicole K.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I would love to help your family feel confidant about picking a qualified caretaker! I specialize in working with infants and children with disabilities.
My degree is in speech pathology and I am a certified special education teacher with 15 years experience working with children with special needs.
I have worked as a...
Alexandria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I recently retired from my full-time job as a social worker but would love to continue to work part-time in child-care, pet care, elder/special needs care and errand running/misc. temporary projects, etc. I am an extremely fun "Gram" to a 5yo and an infant and love giving their parents child-free breaks while I get to enjoy...
Lynn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Hi! I'm Rachel and I'm an experienced housekeeper looking for a part time housekeeping opportunity. I have experience in hotel housekeeping, housekeeping at a wedding event space with lodging, and experience housekeeping for my personal assistant clients. I maintain a positive attitude and enjoy what I do. I also have experience...
Rachel can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, bathroom cleaning, window washing & more
Along with babysitting, I've also worked as a mommy helper. Which include grocery shopping and putting away said groceries, pick up/delivery from the post office, pickup or drop off dry cleaning services, feeding and walking dogs, watering plants and lawn care. I'm looking to work at things I know, and pick up some new knowledge...
Hi, I'm Maddie, I'm 24 years old, I live in East Austin, I graduated from college May 2022 with a BS in Neuroscience, and I currently work for Ascension Texas Cardiovascular Research.
I love meeting new kids and connecting with them. I have been nannying for 8 years now for many different families. My most recent and recurring...
Maddie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Austin, TX
Karen L.
5.0
Karen has been our daughter's nanny since she was 4 months old. She is now almost a year old and we have had the best experience with Karen. She is 100% dependable, kind, caring, reliable, and just all round a lovely person to have around. I don't believe she called in sick even once the whole time...
- Abigail A.
Eileen K.
5.0
Eileen was a total angel! She showed up at a time when we just started using caretakers for my very independent mother. My mom really wasn't connecting and having a hard time with the rotating door of caregivers from other services. Eileen put my mom at ease and they become fast friends. They had...
- Ann W.
Rosa G.
4.0
Rosa helped to watch my 3 month old baby and was great! She sent me photos throughout the time which I always appreciate. She communicated well prior, was kind and baby was happy!
- Annie O.
Cassidy M.
5.0
Cassidy cared for our three children (ages 5, 8, and 11) as our full-time nanny. Not only is she an excellent employee generally speaking (reliable, on-time, kind)--she's been fantastic caring for our children. She's fun and energetic, and knows how to handle the highs and lows of child-rearing....
- Anique D.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Austin, TX
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Austin, TX?
A local dog walker near you in Austin, TX will cost you an average of $14.96 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of April 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.
What is the best way in 2025 to find dog walkers near me in Austin, TX?
Care.com has 408 dog walkers offering services in Austin, TX. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Austin 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 Austin to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Austin, TX worth it?
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 Austin, TX to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.
Is it safe to hire a dog walker near me in Austin, TX?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Austin, TX, 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.
How many dog walkers in my area are available to hire near me in Austin, TX?
On Care.com, there are currently 408 dog walkers near you in Austin, TX 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.
Ratings for Austin, TX dog walkers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Dog Walkers in Austin, TX are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 85 reviews of the 408 listed dog walkers.