Amherst, OH

Dog walking in Amherst

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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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.

Nicole is wonderful!

Jacqueline D.

Nicole did such a fantastic job with Harbor! Very thorough and communicative. 10/10 would recommend

Jessica P.

Nicole always does an amazing job and give great reports back! Would highly recommend her to care for your pet .

robert B.

So great thank you for taking him out !

Morgan L.

Thank you, Ann!

Wren K.

Ann was very sweet with my puppy! My puppy is hard to handle and she did great :)

Emilee H.

Sorry. Forgot to leave tip last time. Thank you for always taking care of Samantha!!!!!

Dave M.

Thank you again!! Appreciate you!

Gabrielle R.

Thank you so much for taking care of our dogs again!

Gabrielle R.

My pets were well taken care of. I received a photo of my dogs where they looked happy and comfortable, which was very reassuring!

Gabrielle R.

Why book dog walker in Amherst

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 Amherst, OH 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. Amherst, OH has "pawlenty" of parks and neighborhoods that your dog is itching to explore!

The best dog friendly neighborhoods
in Amherst

Cooper Foster Park Rd W/ N Leavitt Rd

When you are out and about exploring everything that Amherst has to offer, you are bound to get hungry! For a bite to eat, head over to Chipotle Mexican Grill. Here you can tuck into some delicious Mexican food, including tacos and burritos, as well as some delicious salads and bowls. In addition, there are some outdoor tables here where you can your pup can sit and enjoy your food. For dog friendly accommodation when you are in Amherst, you can stay at the Days Inn. Here you can bring two pups with you weighing up to 20 lbs for only a small additional fee per night of your stay.

Amherst City Center

Every pooch loves a trip to the park; so, when you are in Amherst be sure to visit Maude Neiding Memorial Park! This is a puptastic place for some exercise in the fresh air since there is a walking path here where you can stretch you and your pooch’s legs. In addition, there is lots of green grass for a game of fetch and there are tall trees that will provide some shade. There are also some furrific amenities that you can use at Maude Neiding Memorial Park, including a playground for the kids, picnic shelters and benches.

Kendeigh Corner

In Amherst, you will find some pawsome dog friendly eateries that you have got to try! When your stomach starts to growl, head on over to D’Tutanelli’s Pizza. Here you can dig into some delicious pizzas, as well as other Italian dishes. Of course, there are also two outdoor tables where you can sit with your pup and enjoy your food. Another puptastic place is the Dairy Queen! This is a furrific place to go when you and your pooch deserve a treat. You can get your paws into a dipped cone, sundaes or hot dessert, as well as a special Pup Cup for your furry friend! There are also some outdoor tables here where you can relax with your canine – bone-a-petit!

N Ridge Rd W/ Cooper Foster Park Rd W

Just next door to Amherst, you will find the puptown of Lorain! Here you can visit the pawsome Elmwood Park with your furry friend. Follow the sniff-tastic trails through the woodlands and go exploring with your beloved companion. The trees provide plenty of shade when it is hot and sunny outside, and your canine will love to investigate all of the new scents and sights of nature at Elmwood Park. Of course, don’t forget to bring some treats and fresh water with you on your trip to keep your pup’s energy high when you are out walking together!

Washington Ave/ Meister Rd

For a pawsome day out with your pooch, head north of Amherst to the next door puptown of Lorain! Here you will find the puptastic Falbo Park where your canine can roll and roam on the green grass. There is plenty of open space here that is perfect for a game of fetch with your furry friend’s favorite ball or Frisbee in the sun. There is also a sniff-tastic walking trail that you can follow for a leisurely stroll. Some amenities here include a playground for the kids, a picnic table and a carpark that you can use when you visit.

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