Salinas, CA

Dog walking in Salinas

Book on-demand and scheduled walks with local dog walkers. Choose between a 20, 30, or 60-minute walk for your pup.

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Customer reviews

Unable to take your dog on a walk today? Dog walkers through Wag! are available to care for your pup whenever you’re not. Every dog walker has passed an enhanced background check. Get photos and updates on where your dog poops and pees while you follow along via GPS in the app.

This was my first time scheduling a walk for my dog and Chrystina handled her really well. I was grateful to have the help.

Dawn L.

Strongly recommend!

Brad W.

Very patient. Excellent handler.

Brad W.

The best

Brad W.

Recommend!

Brad W.

Thank you so much!

Jeremy S.

Terrific

Brad W.

Thank you

Monica K.

A few days prior My husky was injured after some rough play with her playmates. I thought I was being really demanding with all my instructions, being so worried about her leg. Samantha too very friendly and great

Monica K.

Took great care of my pup!

Fidel P.

Why book dog walker in Salinas

Busy Pet Parents sometimes need a hand when it comes to ensuring their pup is getting the potty breaks and exercise they need. That's where Wag! comes in! Local Salinas, CA dog walkers are background checked and registered on the Wag! platform, ready to take your dog on an adventure when you need them. Your dog can make a friend in the neighborhood, and you can re-book with the same dog walker easily in the app. Salinas, CA has "pawlenty" of parks and neighborhoods that your dog is itching to explore!

The best dog friendly neighborhoods
in Salinas

Salinas

Salinas provides visitors and locals plenty of shopping, eating, drinking and entertainment options, as well as some fun outdoor activities perfect for you and your pooch. Natividad Creek Park is Salinas’ largest park, with 64 acres of open spaces and cemented walking paths. The off-leash Natividad Creek Dog Park is an acre of fenced in space for pups to play, socialize and get some vitamin D! The park has doggie watering stations, benches and separate green space for big dogs and small dogs. Burrito King and In-N-Out Burger are some local food options that cater to the puppy population, and Motel 6 offers dog-friendly accommodations.

Marina

Nine miles west of Salinas, the coastal town of Marina offers dog owners access to the Marina (Schoonover) Dog Park. This dedicated dog park is off-leash and completely fenced in with two sides: one for small dogs, the other for all dogs. Trash cans, pooper-scoopers and water are provided at the park for you to use. If you and your pup are the active and adventurous type, Fort Ord Dunes State Park offers 4 miles of coastline, a boardwalk, and a 4-mile path for walking and biking that you and your leashed pooch to enjoy!

Castroville

Eight miles northwest of Salinas lies the small town of Castroville. It isn't far from the coast and the gorgeous Salinas River State Beach Park, which is a beach located at the junction of the Salinas River and is frequented for photography, walking and enjoying nature. Dogs on leashes are welcome to enjoy the park, but it is recommended that visitors refrain from swimming because water conditions are often rough and there are no lifeguards on duty. The Salinas River National Wildlife Refuge is 367 acres of scenic wildlife views and several trails that can be enjoyed by you and your on-leash doggie.

Moss Landing

Moss Landing is a tiny town 11 miles north west of Salinas, located on the water. Phil’s Fish Market is dog-friendly, and allows you to eat outside with your pup to soak up some sun! Directly behind the Monterey Aquarium Research Facility and Phil's Fish Market is a nice, unpopulated section of beach that is not fenced-in, but allows dogs to be off-leash. The south part of the beach does not allow dogs, so please be aware of your location. Moss Landing KOA offers several pet-friendly beaches in the area, and you can even bring Fido on a whale watching tour at the harbor.

Boronda

Directly off Veterans Memorial Highway and 2.5 miles north west of Central Salinas is Boronda, which offers plenty of retail options such as Costco, DICKS Sporting Goods, and Walmart. There is a local PetSmart of Salinas that hosts occasional dog friendly events like their Puppy Love event. The event teaches dog owners the five secrets to puppy love and happiness, as well as letting you create your own Valentine’s Day paw print keepsake! The Courtyard by Marriott offers dog-friendly lodging options and is conveniently located near a small lake that can be strolled around with your pup!