Fairfax, CA

Dog walking in Fairfax

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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.

I couldn't be happier with the service that Keeley provided as my dog walker! From the moment she arrived, my dogs loved her instantly. She took the time to greet them properly and really get to know their personalities. My pups enjoyed their lovely walk together, and kept me updated throughout the walk, which made me feel secure about her abilities and their safety. Definitely booking her again.

emilly C.

Thank you Monica!

Lydia L.

Amazing!

cameron C.

So caring and knowledgeable about dogs. She was able to have our shy dog become comfortable with her. He now is excited when she comes to walk him

John F.

Thanks again for accepting this last minute walk, it was really nice the dogs are really tired now they loved it ! Till the next time

Tessa J.

Thank you always our dear Ivan!!

Rita-Marie S.

Thank so much Ivan!!! Realize Sammi s eyesight is at about zero now!!

Rita-Marie S.

Thank you so much!!

James J.

courteous service. excellent.

Stephen T.

Your report sounds accurate. Kingston can be stubborn. Usually on e he gets away from the apartment building he gets on a roll but yes sometimes he will come to a dead stop. Thank you for taking him out. The Wag app won t let me esit the notes, I apologize if you were confused by anything

Renee R.

Why book dog walker in Fairfax

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

The best dog friendly neighborhoods
in Fairfax

North Point Isabel

A short 25-minute drive from Fairfax is the award-winning Point Isabel Regional Shoreline Dog Park. This 23-acre paradise is the largest public off-leash dog park in the US, and entertains half a million dogs every year! The beach hosts hundreds of dogs at a time, making for a pawesome place to socialize and make new friends! This park is very popular with owners too, providing a great place for activities such as fishing, hiking, biking, and bird-watching. There is even a concession stand, called the Sit and Stay Café, that serves up snacks for the park’s hungry guests! Is your pup looking a little muddy from all the beach activity? No worries! Adjacent to the park is a convenient dog wash and groomer, where you can clean up your sandy friend.

Bolinas Bay

Bolinas Bay is home to two dog-friendly beaches only 26 miles southwest of Fairfax. The beautiful, white sand Stinson Beach welcomes leashed pups on the Marin County side, and even has a picnic area for a shoreside lunch! Lifeguards patrol the area from Memorial Day to Labor Day, but guests should be aware of the tides and know how to spot rip currents. At the mouth of the Bolinas Lagoon lies beautiful Bolinas Beach, a quiet public beach where leashed pups to enjoy some fun in the sun. Parking can be an issue and local cops are known to be strict, so visitors should get there early!

South Fairfax

Southwest Fairfax provides many opportunities for outdoor adventures with your pup! Loma Alta is a great place to start, with spectacular natural features and several scenic trails to explore. The park reaches a peak elevation of 1,592 feet, providing for a stunning view of nine surrounding counties! One of the park’s main features is Fairfax Falls, a truly magnificent 25-foot cascading waterfall that is not to be missed! This is a very special place for bird-watchers as it provides the ideal breeding ground for several types of Larks. This park’s unique soil type creates for beautiful wildflower displays, which are considered some of the best in the United States! Leash up your pup and experience all the natural beauty Southwest Fairfax has to offer!

Baltimore Canyon

Baltimore Canyon is another great natural feature of the Open Space District, and only 9.2 miles from Fairfax. This preserve welcomes leashed pups and boasts several scenic trails for Fido to enjoy. One particularly pawesome path is the Dawn Falls Trail, a 4.5-mile moderately difficult loop trail which ascends 580 feet! This trail gives visitors a magnificent view of Dawn Falls but is best enjoyed after rainfall or during winter and early spring. Visitors are advised to wear hiking boots with grips, as the trail can get very steep! This is a very popular trail with pups and humans alike -- so expect some foot (and paw) traffic!

Central Mill Valley

Mill Valley is a hot spot for affluent puppers, boasting an upscale pet-friendly shopping center and 15 Fido-approved restaurants! Strawberry Village Shopping Center welcomes leashed pets and has a variety of merchants and eateries to choose from. While you’re enjoying some retail therapy, be sure to check out Woodlands Pet Store! If you are looking for an outdoor adventure, check out the Old Railroad Grade Trail. This rail-trail was once thought to be the “crookedest railroad in the world” and had 281 curves! The trail begins at Canyon Road and climbs the eastern peak of Mt. Tamalpais. The trail even features a snack bar, restrooms, and a visitor center—talk about convenience!