Dog walking in Gastonia
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- Dog Walking
- Gastonia, NC
Best dog walkers in Gastonia
Book on demand and scheduled walks with local dog walkers
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$90
Best dog walkers in Gastonia
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Receive live updates and photos. Track your pup's walk via GPS.
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Once your pet is home, view details on how the walk went, complete with a photo!
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.
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.
Ryan,
Gastonia
Thanks for picking up on their cues! They definitely like any kind of love and attention when we are away.
Ryan,
Gastonia
Thanks so much! Nice to have your help. We are way south but my daughter and husband are around the house moving out.
Juan,
Gastonia
Thank you!
Caroline,
Gastonia
Always happy to have Daisy come back :)
Caroline,
Gastonia
I know my sweet Luna looks forward to her walk when Daisy comes!
Neil,
Gastonia
Ashton was wonderful! Communicated greatly and kept me updated on every detail of the walk. Will definitely use her again!
Sarah,
Gastonia
Thank you!
Jane,
Gastonia
Thanks for making Bailey s day home alone a great day!
Brenda,
Gastonia
Thank you for taking care of our puppy!
Sean,
Gastonia
Thank you!!
Ryan,
Gastonia
Thanks for picking up on their cues! They definitely like any kind of love and attention when we are away.
Ryan,
Gastonia
Thanks so much! Nice to have your help. We are way south but my daughter and husband are around the house moving out.
Juan,
Gastonia
Thank you!
Caroline,
Gastonia
Always happy to have Daisy come back :)
Caroline,
Gastonia
I know my sweet Luna looks forward to her walk when Daisy comes!
Neil,
Gastonia
Ashton was wonderful! Communicated greatly and kept me updated on every detail of the walk. Will definitely use her again!
Why book a dog walker in Gastonia?
Your pup wants to see the Gastonia, NC sights just as much as you do, whether they're taking a quick spin around the block or frolicking in their favorite nearby park. Dog walkers on the Wag! platform are experienced with dogs of all shapes and sizes, ensuring your dog is safe and happy as they explore Gastonia, NC. You can work, play, or run errands knowing you don't have to worry about pet care while you're out.
The best dog friendly neighborhoods in Gastonia
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East Franklin
East Franklin is one of the several neighborhoods in Gastonia that the Catawba Creek runs though. It’s also where you’ll find parking for the Avon/Catawba Creeks Greenway, a great place for you and your pup to start your adventure in Gastonia! This paved greenway is easy on the paws and the eyes, and meanders through mature trees and over scenic bridges. While your pal takes a break, you can take in information about the common bird species in the area on the various signs posted throughout the park. The Greenway connects to another East Franklin park, Lineberger Park. A favorite place for family picnics, this park consists of 18.5 acres of open lawn space and trees. It also features a public pool, restrooms and shelters. Since these are all multi-use areas, dogs must be leashed and don’t forget the poop bags!
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Ranlo
In the neighborhood of Ranlo, you’re pup will be excited to visit the George Poston Dog Park. Tails wag and locals rave about this massive off-leash dog area. With two separate fenced in sections, every pup can find its place. It has a 1 acre run for small dogs that weigh 25 pounds or less, and a 4.5 acre area for larger dogs. It’s a great place to socialize with other pups and their two-legged friends. On a hot day, there is plenty of shade and water buckets to go around. Waste bags are available, but don’t forget a ball to throw!
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Chapel Grove School Rd/ Boyd Rd
If you and your dog are up for a challenge, Tower and Backside Trail is popular among the more athletic pups. It’s located on the north end of Crowders Mountain State Park in Gastonia. This 3 mile hike that may take about 2 hours to complete with your furry friend. The trail starts on an old roadbed with a gentle climb, and ends with 336 wooden stairs. The trek is worth it
though, and the 1625 foot summit offers a paw-rific view of the Charlotte skyline. You’ll need to keep your dog leashed, and get there early, because the parking lot is small.
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Mountain View
If you find yourself in the Mountain View neighborhood in the nearby town of Kings Mountain, you’ll have a fur-tastic way to spend some time. Your pup will be delighted to find the Crowders Lake Trail. If you and your pup need a relaxing break from the city, this might be the perfect trail for you. Being one of the easiest trail options in Crowders Mountain State Park, it welcomes all levels of hikers and dogs as long as they’re leashed. This laid-back, 1 mile hike is not short on views. It takes approximately 20 minutes, and circles a picturesque lake often populated with ducks. Don’t forget your doggy life-jacket, because this location also offers canoe rentals.
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Moores Chapel
You and your pup won’t run out of things to do at the U.S National Whitewater Center in Moores Chapel. Located along the Catawba River in Charlotte, it’s just 20 minutes outside of Gastonia. This outdoor center is worth the trip to visit its 400 acres of scenic woodlands that’s run by a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting an active, outdoor lifestyle that you and your dog can both enjoy. Take your leashed dog on the hiking trails, and if you need to cool your paws, strap on the life jacket and take out a kayak. When you need a treat, you both can relax at the River’s Edge Bar and Grill. Dogs are welcome, but not on the upper deck of the restaurant. Whether you and your buddy are here to play or to relax, The U.S. National Whitewater Center is a fur-tastic place to be!
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