Best Dog Walkers in San Marcos, CA

Dog walking in San Marcos

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1 mi30 mi

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1. Jane S

San Diego, CA, 92127

from$18

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San Diego, CA, 92127

2. Cassidy N

San Marcos, CA, 92078

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San Marcos, CA, 92078

3. Alexandra G

San Marcos, CA, 92078

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San Marcos, CA, 92078

4. Jordan Y

San Marcos, CA, 92069

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San Marcos, CA, 92069

5. Leslie V

San Marcos, CA, 92069

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San Marcos, CA, 92069

6. Veronica U

San Marcos, CA, 92078

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San Marcos, CA, 92078

7. Stefany C

San Marcos, CA, 92069

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San Marcos, CA, 92069

8. Kasia H

Vista, CA, 92081

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Vista, CA, 92081

9. Rose K

Vista, CA, 92084

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Vista, CA, 92084

10. Kristen K

Vista, CA, 92081

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Vista, CA, 92081

11. Brooke W

Vista, CA, 92084

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Vista, CA, 92084

12. Sarah S

Escondido, CA, 92029

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Escondido, CA, 92029

13. Austin W

Carlsbad, CA, 92009

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Carlsbad, CA, 92009

14. Jennifer B

Escondido, CA, 92029

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Escondido, CA, 92029

15. Alexis H

Escondido, CA, 92025

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Escondido, CA, 92025

16. Karen V

Escondido, CA, 92026

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Escondido, CA, 92026

17. Camille S

San Diego, CA, 92130

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San Diego, CA, 92130

18. Nolan P

Carlsbad, CA, 92009

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Carlsbad, CA, 92009

19. Jessica H

Escondido, CA, 92027

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Escondido, CA, 92027

20. Bianca M

Vista, CA, 92081

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Vista, CA, 92081

21. Jessica A

Escondido, CA, 92027

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Escondido, CA, 92027

How to book dog walkers near me

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Why find pet care through Wag!?

Wag! is the nation's fastest-growing network of vetted and background checked pet sitters, overnight boarding, dog walkers, dog trainers, and even virtual vet chat. Schedule ahead for pet care while you are away, or book on-demand pet care during the workday. In minutes you can book a nearby dog sitter, daycare provider, or dog walker, who'll take complete care of your loved one - at their place or yours.

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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.

Shuwen,

San Marcos

Aww, thanks for the cheerful report and getting to walk these cuties. Will keep you posted for next one.

Kyle,

San Marcos

Thank you!!!!

Monica,

San Marcos

Thank you so much for your help!

Jeanette,

San Marcos

thank you for taking care of our baby girl Rose

Kate,

San Marcos

Thank you for blessing our boy with a walk!

Autumn,

San Marcos

Amy is so lovely!!!!! Took such good care of my girls. Definitely will be booking again.

Kate,

San Marcos

Thank you for coming so fast!

Karlee,

San Marcos

Thank you so much for taking Ryker this evening and for the detailed report card! Appreciate you tons!

Karlee,

San Marcos

Thank you so much for taking Ryker!! You guys covered a ton of distance

Monica,

San Marcos

Thank you so much!

Shuwen,

San Marcos

Aww, thanks for the cheerful report and getting to walk these cuties. Will keep you posted for next one.

Kyle,

San Marcos

Thank you!!!!

Monica,

San Marcos

Thank you so much for your help!

Jeanette,

San Marcos

thank you for taking care of our baby girl Rose

Kate,

San Marcos

Thank you for blessing our boy with a walk!

Autumn,

San Marcos

Amy is so lovely!!!!! Took such good care of my girls. Definitely will be booking again.

Why book a dog walker in San Marcos?

Browse San Marcos, CA dog walkers to find a Caregiver that can provide the best pet care for your dog — whether your pup is a major sniffing machine and needs a patient walker, or loves to pull full force and needs someone strong to hold the leash. Dog walkers on the Wag! platform are waiting to take your furry friend on a walk around San Marcos, CA so you don't have to stress about pet care. The app even notifies you when your dog poops or pees along the way!

The best dog friendly neighborhoods in San Marcos

San Marcos Central

San Marcos offers the dog community and their owners the opportunity to partake and give back to the animal community. They host local events like The Holiday Hounds Dog Parade, which takes place every holiday season where local pooches walk the parade donning their favorite holiday gear! The San Marcos Lions Club hosts the annual Canine Capers Dog Show that judges the cutest, best talent, and ugliest dog in San Marcos. A dog day care business, Dogtopia, hosts frequent charity dog washes that give back to working canines like police, military, and other service dogs.

Richland

This neighborhood in San Marcos has some dog friendly locations and activities to enjoy. For starters, Hollandia Park has two softball fields, a skate park, climbing wall, horseshoe pits and an off-leash dog park. The dog park has two separate areas for large and small dogs to play and socialize and a water fountain to help your pup to beat the California heat. Woodland Park hosts the annual San Marcos Lions Canine Capers Dog Show. They bring many dog vendor booths as well as a contest for the cutest, most talented, and best look alike contests and more!

Country Club

This neighborhood in San Marcos is conveniently located off Veterans’ Memorial Highway and provides dog parents access to Montiel Park walkways, open space, and the Montiel Dog Park. The dog park is a large fenced-in area that is meant for dogs of all sizes to play, exercise and socialize in. There is also seating for pup parents to take a load off. Across Ronald Packard Parkway, the K9 Dog Park offers grooming, training, boarding and day care that will ensure your fur baby will be taken good care of while you are out and about enjoying your day.

Green Oak Ranch

Sunset Park is 19-acres of public park space complete with a splash pad, disc golf course, sports fields and an off-leash doggie park. Sunset Dog Park is fenced in and has two grassy areas that are separated for large and small dogs. They provide water fountains in each area and they also come with benches for owners to sit and watch. Unleashed by Petco hosts dog-friendly rescue events like the Be Their Voice Dog Rescue which helps homeless pets find forever homes. They give out free goodies and meet at fun locations like the Belching Beaver Brewery!

Bressi Ranch

Only six miles west of San Marcos, the Bressi Ranch locale provides people and pups several fun activities to do together. Alga Norte Community Park is 32 acres and features an art aquatic center, skate park, three baseball fields and a dog park. The Alga North Community Dog Park has two areas for big and little pups, and boasts an obstacle course for them to play on! Rubio’s and Luna Grill are dog friendly restaurants in the area, and if you’re visiting or temporarily displaced, Staybridge Suites offers lodging for people with pups.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a dog walk cost in San Marcos, CA?

The average cost of a dog walk in San Marcos is $16.00. The price of a dog walk on the Wag! platform is based on the price set by the Pet Caregiver and varies depending on a variety of factors, including the number of dogs, where you live, the length of the walk, and any additional fees that may apply.

How do I find and choose a dog walker in San Marcos, CA?

Finding a dog walker in San Marcos is simple on the Wag! app. Wag! instantly connects you with top-rated, vetted dog walkers near you. When scheduling your on-demand dog walk, you can choose “Quick Match” to allow the platform to match you with the best available Caregiver, or “Pet Parent Match” to see all available Caregivers and pick the best match for you.

How long does a dog walk last in San Marcos, CA?

The length of a dog walk in San Marcos depends on your pup's needs. The Wag! app lets you choose between a 20-minute, 30-minute, or 60-minute stroll for your dog.

How to book a dog walk in San Marcos, CA?

To book a dog walk in San Marcos simply open the Wag! app, choose the Walking service, then follow the instructions to select the length and schedule of the walk. You’ll need to provide home access notes and pet profile information before confirming your details to book the walk.

Dog friendly neighborhoods near San Marcos