Dog walking in Ames
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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.
Love her, she is so good with Barney
Rhonda Z.
She is so good with him
Rhonda Z.
Very personable, Barney warmed up to her pretty quickly, you can tell she has a soft spot for dogs/ animals. . I would definitely recommend her to anyone.
Rhonda Z.
Barney took to her, and she was very nice and kind really appreciated her
Rhonda Z.
Thank you Keara!
Wilbert W.
Thank you!!!
kim P.
There s no one I d tryst more to care for my fur babies
Kenzie B.
Thank you so much! Harry is recovering from ACL surgery and I can t take him to his daycare. It s awesome to have someone like Keara. She came several times and took good care of him.
Kara K.
Kearna was super sweet with Scooby and sent me updates about him! I would definitely book with Kearna again. Scooby looked like he enjoyed his time :)
Abhi K.
This was our first time using this service and we were kinda nervous but we loved it! Thank you so much for taking pics of our baby!
Amirah M.
Why book dog walker in Ames
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 Ames, IA 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. Ames, IA has "pawlenty" of parks and neighborhoods that your dog is itching to explore!
The best dog friendly neighborhoods
in Ames
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.
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South
The South neighborhood is a family and dog-friendly area. There are plenty of parks and places to stay here. Ames Dog Park is a 10-acre, off-leash dog park with 2 acres devoted to small dogs, and 8 to larger ones. The dog park is fully enclosed with a flat grassy place for dogs to run, sniff, and socialize. A drinking fountain, waste receptacles and cleanup bags are provided. Kiddie pools give pups a chance to splash and cool down on a hot summer’s day. Visitors can purchase a daily or annual pass to visit. Microtel Inn welcomes up to 3 dogs of any size for an additional fee of $10 per dog per night.
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Gilbert
Gilbert is 8 miles north of Ames. Gilbert is a small town, but cares big about its dogs. Open Flame and Steak Lounge on 225 Main Street serves lunch and dinner to furry friends on the outdoor patio. A canine and companion can savor steak, chicken, or seafood. After a big meal, burn some of those extra calories at the Ada Hayden Heritage Park. This park has a large lake with boat ramp and fishing! Dogs on leashes can exercise on the walking paths, and spend some time with their family eating at one of the shelters or picnic sites. Trails in the park range from one to three miles in length.
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East
If you and your furry friend need a place to stay during your time in Ames, head for the eastern part of town. There are numerous hotels here that are dog-friendly. Baymont Inn on 1605 S. Dayton allows up to two dogs of any size to stay for an additional fee of $15 per dog per night. Econo Lodge at 2600 SE 16th Street has dog friendly rooms for an additional $15 per dog per night. Two dogs of any size can travel to Ames and spend the night. Up to two dogs of any size can spend the night in the dog friendly and elegant TownePlace Hotel located at 1523 S. Dayton Ave. The fee is an additional $35 per dog per night.
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West
The West neighborhood spreads out into park lands. The Daley Park and Greenbelt at 340 Wilder has green areas for on-leash walking. There is a paved bike path, walking trails, and picnic shelters for dogs and their people to get some quality R&R. Christopher Gartner Park on Abraham Drive is a small park just right for a short morning stroll on leash. This park is not usually very busy, so a dog and person can get a little bit of solitude to start off or finish a day. The Dick Cissel Recreation Area has 38 acres of space for dogs to walk on leash. This park includes a fishing lake and plenty of space to hang out with your pup.
Historic Old Town
This downtown neighborhood has many shops and services for your dog. Serenity Pet Spa at 110 Kellogg Avenue offers grooming, doggie daycare and boarding. The spa caters to small dogs, and includes baths, nail clipping, and specialized grooming. Treats on a Leash, located at 216 Main Street, has treats, toys, and an assortment of fun things for you and your pup. Dogs are welcome to come in and help their human shop. Treats on a Leash also hosts parties for your fur baby! Treats on a Leash can help with fundraisers, and contributes to the local animal shelter. Delivery is available to dogs in the neighborhood.
Dog friendly neighborhoods near Ames
