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Dog walking in Mackinaw City

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.

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Courtney was great! My dog has separation anxiety & is usually freaking out when I get home after being gone all day. But this time, she was calm and happy. She clearly loved Courtney!

Lauren G

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sitting

Taylor was such an amazing sitter! She gave me detailed updates every time she checked in on the pups. Will definitely hire her again if she is available :)

Ivianna S

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boarding

Yuki boarded at Mari’s house and she had a great time. She loves running in the background. Thank you so much for taking good care of Yuki.

Cari P

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drop-in

Thank you for taking such great care of our kitties, so glad to hear that they were in good company while we were away!

Rebecca G

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sitting

Keera was great with Archer and went at his pace! I got a ton of updates and Keera was super responsive and gave great updates! Keera was flexible when I was coming home sooner than expected.

Suzanne C

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Above and beyond service and communication! Would recommend time and time again! Extra caring and loving!

Lindsey B

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boarding

Kristen took such great care of Mia while I was away for the weekend! Super responsive and easy to communicate with. Mia would love to stay with her again!

Nicole C

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drop-in

Sheana came through when I was in a pinch. I needed someone to let the dogs out because I was stuck in traffic in the mountains. She responded last minute and had excellent communication. She’s the best!

Lindsay C

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sitting

It was our first time leaving Skittles with a sitter, and Daniel did a great job of assuaging our fears! He was super communicative and made sure we knew that Skittles was in good hands. Highly recommend!

Christi B

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drop-in

He looks so happy with you dropping by! Thank you so much for your loving caring attention. Love it!

Crystal C

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boarding

Kelli was awesome boarding my two dogs. Not only did she give daily updates with videos and pictures she also worked with them on introducing them to her cat and getting used to her big dogs. Can't recommend enough!

Cody H

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walk

Sara went above and beyond for us and our pet. Gave us some peace of mind while out of town and we couldn’t be more grateful. Def recommended!

Jenn S

Why book dog walker in Mackinaw City

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 Mackinaw City, MI 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. Mackinaw City, MI has "pawlenty" of parks and neighborhoods that your dog is itching to explore!

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in Mackinaw City

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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Mackinaw City Village Center

Mackinaw City Village Center

Mackinaw City Village Center provides access to two pawtastic long-distance trails that follow along unused railroad corridors. The North Central State Trail is 61 miles long and relatively flat, and will take you and your pooch all the way to Gaylord, passing by the beautiful Sturgeon River along the way. The North Western State Trail is shorter, at 32 miles long, and stretches from Mackinaw City to Petoskey. After all of that walking, take your pup to one of the several dog-friendly restaurants to be found in the Village Center, such as the Historic Depot Restaurant and Caboose, which has been around since 1881 and always has water bowls out for dogs. 

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Carp Lake

Carp Lake

Carp Lake is pawfect for pups who love history, as this is where you will find Colonial Michilimackinac, a reconstructed historic fort and fur-trading village from the 1700s. With daily re-enactments, special exhibits, a museum and a shop, Fido will love all the excitement going on here, just be sure to keep him on a lead. Right next to this historic attraction is the Alexander Henry Park, where you will find educational displays, picnic areas, and a waterfront walkway for you and your pooch to stroll on. If your pup is still not tired, head to the Wilderness State Park. This 10,512 acre park boasts the largest trail system in Emmet County, with 38 miles of walking trails to explore. 

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Mackinac Island

Mackinac Island

For an unforgettable day out, take your pooch to Mackinac Island, which is less than 8 miles from Mackinaw City. To get there, you would need to take the Star Line Mackinac Island Ferry, on which leashed dogs are allowed to ride for free. The highlight of Mackinac Island is the Mackinac Island State Park, which encompasses 74% of the entire island. The park was established in 1895, making it the first state park in Michigan, and boasts everything from historic landmarks to quiet nature trails, making this a spot that dogs really love. Although there are no cars allowed on the island, there are dog-friendly horse and buggy rides available that will take you and your pooch around when you need a break from walking, just be sure to keep your dog on a lead at all times. 

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Black Lake/ Alverno

Black Lake/ Alverno

About 15 miles from Mackinaw City, the Cheboygan neighborhood of Black Lake/ Alverno is where you will find the Cheboygan State Park, a 1,250 acre patch of tail-wagging natural beauty. There are a series of well-maintained trails that you and Fido can choose from here, showcasing everything from panoramic vistas of Lake Huron to colorful rare wildflowers. Not too far away from here, on the shores of Mullett Lake, is the Aloha State Park. This 107 acre park is home to sandy beaches, sports facilities, fishing areas and more, all of which your dog will love exploring. For a more structured walk, the 71 mile North Eastern State Trail cuts through the park, with this shoulder being known as the Mackinaw to Hawks Rails to Trails. 

Indian River Town Center

Indian River Town Center

The drive from Mackinaw City to the Town Center of Indian River takes less than half an hour, and is worth it for the 400 acre Burt Lake State Park. The shoreline and beach area of this park is dog-friendly, so you and your pooch will more than likely meet other dogs on this sandy stretch. The park is also home to the Burt Lake Trail, which currently stretches out for just over five miles, although this is being extended. If your pooch wants even more exercise, Colonial Point Memorial Forest/ Chaboiganing Nature Preserves is also in this neighborhood, and offers up 482 acres, along with 2.5 miles of trails, to explore. 

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