Basking Ridge, NJ

Dog walking in Basking Ridge

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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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.

Excellent work even with my stubborn dog

Veronica P.

Thank you for your services these past few days on such short notice!

Dhru V.

Dilan was excellent with my puppy! I will definitely book with her again in the future!

John Z.

An absolute lifesaver

Kate H.

Thank you!!! Mac loves Rocky! And apologies for my apartment - we move this week so it s actually a disaster in there . We appreciate you!

nicole V.

Thank you Nathalia! Amazing work!

Kaitlynn T.

Amazing caregiver! Thank you!

Giselle G.

Thank you! You re amazing!

Giselle G.

Thank you so much!!! Love the picture. It was so great meeting you too- happy to know Mac is with good care

nicole V.

Thank you!!

Giselle G.

Why book dog walker in Basking Ridge

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 Basking Ridge, NJ 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. Basking Ridge, NJ has "pawlenty" of parks and neighborhoods that your dog is itching to explore!

The best dog friendly neighborhoods
in Basking Ridge

King George Road

This neighborhood is home to Pleasant Valley Park, a popular place to take dogs for on-leash walks. While you’re here, you and your dog can go for strolls on the park’s 1.5 miles of woodchip trails. These trails take you through a wooded area and around sports fields. Bring some doggy bags and water, and have a pawesome day out at the park. If your dog is a good boy or girl at the park, treat them to a snack from Pupcakes and Pawstries Barkery & Shoppe. This local pet boutique has a bakery that serves homemade "pupcakes", doggy waffles, dog birthday cakes, and much more. Your pup will love picking out a treat from this shop!

Mountain Road

This Basking Ridge neighborhood is mostly residential, and it offers lots of fun things to do with your furry best friend. If you’re searching for a good place to take your dog for a long walk, check out Mountain Park. This Basking Ridge park allows dogs on-leash, and it has two trails: a 1.45-mile woodchip trail and a 1.7-mile paved multipurpose trail. Bring some water and doggy bags, and enjoy strolling through this beautiful park. If you’re hungry after the park, bring your pup with you to Trattoria Bolu. Grab one of their two dog-friendly outdoor tables, and enjoy authentic Northern Italian cuisine.

Wyoming in Maplewood

Wyoming in Maplewood is a quiet, residential area that has a woofderful off-leash area called South Mountain Dog Park. Located 20 miles from Basking Ridge, this dog park has separate areas for large and small dogs to play in. The dog park also offers agility equipment for your pup, including hurdles and ramps. If your dog gets thirsty, a doggy water fountain is available. After the park, continue your fun day out with lunch at Cedar Ridge Café & Bakery. This casual café welcomes dogs at their two outdoor tables, and they serve a wide variety of homemade baked goods and delicious sandwiches.

Sayrewoods South

If you’re looking for another pawsitively amazing off-leash area for your pup, check out Mannino Dog Park. This park is about 32 miles from Basking Ridge, and it has separate areas for large dogs and small dogs that weigh under 30 pounds. The park offers fun agility equipment for your pup, and drinking water is available if your dog gets thirsty. If you want a sweet treat after the park, head to Carvel Ice Cream. Grab one of their dog-friendly outdoor tables, and enjoy sundaes, milkshakes, and scoops of soft-serve ice cream. Leashed doggie diners are welcome with open arms!

Sourland Mountains

If you’re looking for a beautiful place to take your dog for an on-leash hike, head to the Sourland Mountain Preserve. This 4,000-acre preserve is 22 miles from Basking Ridge, and it has lots of puptastic trails you can explore with your dog. If you want to go on a long hike with your dog, try the five-mile Ridge Trail. This rocky trail takes you through a beautiful wooded area. If you’d like to go on a shorter walk, check out the 1.4-mile Maple Flats trail. Or, try the 0.5-mile pondside trail, which offers amazing water views. Whichever trail you choose, you and your dog are sure to have fun hiking here!

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