How it works
Flexible scheduling
Select the date and time that best suit your needs. Want a walk ASAP? We’ve got you covered.
Customized for your pup
Choose between a 20-minute, 30-minute, or 60-minute stroll for your dog.
Follow along
Track your walk with our live GPS tracker, then view your detailed report card after the walk.
What is Wag!?
Wag! is the nation's fastest-growing network of pre-screened and insured pet sitters and dog walkers. In less than 15 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.
Book walkers near you
I am a professional dog training student in a Canine handling Masters program. I have 2 years experience with working K9’s (personal protection/detection/apprehension and sport dogs) as well and 3 years of prior experience working with pet dogs. I have titled 2 of my personal dogs and actively compete in Schutzhund as well and BarnHunt where I won in trials. Dogs are not just a hobby to me they are my career and passion.
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High Demand
Top Pet Caregiver
Can run with dogs, Oral medicine administration, Injected medicine administration, Senior dog care, Special needs dog care, High energy dogs, Training experience, Dogs who pull, Puppy care, Fast walker
“Looking forward to meeting your pup!”
Hi, I'm Brian! I currently have two puppies, a labradoodle and pit/poodle mix. My fiancee and I have also fostered more than 20 dogs in the last 2 years. I learned proper dog walking techniques from a trainer after adopting our first dog. I can't wait to meet your furry friends!
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High energy dogs, Training experience, Dogs who pull, Puppy care, Fast walker
Hi, my name is Jen and I have been a dog owner for years. I love playing with them and seeing there tails wagging when I come home. I love being outside with them. I love seeing how happy dogs are when you come to someone’s house and see a dog with their tail wagging away knowing they are going for a walk. Makes me so happy to see that!
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High Demand
Top Pet Caregiver
High energy dogs, Dogs who pull, Fast walker
“Flippin’ Pawsome Dogs Deserve the Flippin’ Best”
Hi, I'm Jackie and I've been a dog lover since birth...seriously, recently unearthed home movies show my parents teaching me to say "dog sit" at 9-months-old. In addition to Wag, I own my own dog training business. I own three dogs: an American Pit Bull Terrier named Kid, a poodle/terrier mix named Charlie and a working-line German Shepherd named Grady. I look forward to meeting your pets and giving them the same care and love I give to my own dogs on walks.
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Training Provider
Training Exam Complete
Dog first aid and/or CPR, Oral medicine administration, Injected medicine administration, Senior dog care, Special needs dog care, High energy dogs, Training experience, Dogs who pull, Puppy care, Fast walker
“The best care for your best friend”
I've loved dogs for as long as I can remember and my dream is to work with them as a living. I am currently taking classes with Catch Canine Trainers Academy to become a dog trainer and I volunteer weekly at St Hubert's to walk dogs. I would love to walk your dog, take them on hikes, play fetch with them, or just chill if that's what they prefer.
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Top Pet Caregiver
Can run with dogs, Senior dog care, Special needs dog care, High energy dogs, Training experience, Dogs who pull, Puppy care, Fast walker
Hi there! My name is Melissa and I’m a lifelong dog lover! I’m excited to take your pup out on a great walk and give them some great exercise and pats for being a good boy/girl.
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Hi! My name is Fred and I have been walking my own dogs for years. I am also a volunteer at St. Hubert’s Animal Rescue in Madison where I take care of dogs waiting to find their new homes. The well being and safety of your dog will be my primary concern.
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High Demand
Top Pet Caregiver
Can run with dogs, Senior dog care, Dogs who pull, Fast walker
“LOVE EM ALL ”
My name is Lauren Matthews, and I am a dog lover! I grew up around dogs of all different breed and sizes. Under my supervision every animal will be loved and cared for unconditionally!
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Can run with dogs, Oral medicine administration, Senior dog care, Special needs dog care, High energy dogs, Training experience, Dogs who pull, Puppy care, Fast walker
My name is Ashley! I am a doctoral student at the College of Saint Elizabeth. I will be walking in the Morris County area, and I have had dogs growing up my entire life, I've had a Dauchound, German Shepherd, and a Pomeranian. Making sure animals are happy is a great passion of mine.
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Top Pet Caregiver
Can run with dogs, Dogs who pull
“Big or small, I’ll love them all!”
I have experience caring for and walking dogs of all ages and sizes with varying health issues. I’ve grown up with Swiss Mountain Dogs, Labs, and Pit Bulls. I love meeting new dogs and am always excited to have the chance to be outside with them! I will treat all animals with love as if they were my own and I will respect all the wishes of the dog owners!
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High Demand
Top Pet Caregiver
Oral medicine administration, Injected medicine administration, Senior dog care, Special needs dog care, High energy dogs, Dogs who pull, Puppy care, Fast walker
Dog Walking in Budd Lake
Home to the scenic Budd Lake, which is the largest naturally-formed lake in New Jersey, as well as a couple of other waterways, Budd Lake is such a picturesque part of the state, making it popular with those who enjoy spending time in nature. With several different parks to explore, as well as a highly rated animal hospital, this town is pawfect for exploring with your pooch by your side.
The most popular park in Budd Lake is Turkey Brook Park, which is 267 acres in size. There is so much to see within the park, from its sports facilities and pond to its paved walking trails and historic memorials. Of course, what your pooch will love the most is the park's dog park, which features a 1.5 acre fenced-off area for large dogs, and a half acre fenced-off area for smaller breeds.
For a shorter walk, give the half mile Budd Lake Vista Knoll Trail a try. This trail will take you and Fido through forests and wetlands, before providing the two of you with incredible views over Budd Lake. Another pawsome trail can be found in the Budd Lake Bog Preserve, which stretches out for 275 acres. The bog is quite the natural wonder, having been formed over thousands of years since the last ice age, and there is a rugged trail here that you and Fido can follow to explore the preserve.
With so many pawriffic walks to be had, your pooch's tail will not stop wagging while exploring all that Budd Lake has to offer.
Best Dog Neighborhoods in Budd Lake
Sand Shore Rd
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Population DensitySand Shore Rd
48Some of the finest parks in Budd Lake lie in the Sand Shore Road neighborhood, which is why this area is so popular with dog owners. Camelot Park is a large and spacious passive park, and while there may not be any facilities here, this is still a gorgeous patch of woodland for a walk with Fido. Not too far away from here is the Lou Nelson Park, where you will find tennis courts, a playground, picnic benches, and open grassy areas for your pooch to sniff about in. If your pup prefers sand to grass, the Budd Lake Municipal Beach is also in this neighborhood. This small stretch of sand is open to the public in the summer months, although you will need to keep your dog on a lead at all times.
East Hackettstown
36Population DensityEast Hackettstown
36Less than a mile from Budd Lake is East Hackettstown in Hackettstown, where you will find the beautiful Stephens State Park. This beautiful park sprawls out for 805 acres, and features the Musconetcong River flowing through it, offering up pawtastic fishing opportunities. The park is home to a playground, picnic areas, a campsite and boat launches, as well as six miles of marked trails for you and Fido to follow. The trails vary greatly in length, from the half mile Fire Tower Loop Trail to the 2.8 mile Maze Loop Trail. If your pooch needs a longer walk, there is a 2.3 mile section of the Highlands Trail that cuts through this park, which then continues on for over 100 miles.
Musconetcong River
24Population DensityMusconetcong River
24The town of Stanhope is less than a mile from Budd Lake, and offers up some pawsome activities to enjoy with your pooch. One of the highlights of this neighborhood is the 20 acre Furnace Pond Park, which is home to the four acre Furnace Pond. There is a trail that loops its way around the pond, but keep in mind that the vegetation can often be quite overgrown here, especially in the warmer months. When it comes to the park's vegetation, there is quite the diversity here, from white ash and black cherry trees to garlic mustard shrubs and Japanese honeysuckle vines, resulting in such a tranquil natural setting.
Allen Terrace
12Population DensityAllen Terrace
12The neighborhood of Allen Terrace in Netcong is less than a mile from Budd Lake, and there are a couple of parks here that your pooch will love exploring. Begin at the Dominick Arbolino Memorial Park, which is located on the banks of Lake Musconetcong, providing picturesque views all around. The park boasts a playground, a few different sports facilities, and picnic shelters that are sat right by the river's edge. Just a couple of blocks away from here is DiRenzo Park, which also enjoys a lakeside location. Although this park is smaller, it is still worth exploring, with its playground, gazebo, and wooded area.
Eyland Wood
0Population DensityEyland Wood
0Just over a mile from Budd Lake is the Succasunna neighborhood of Eyland Wood, and this is quite a green part of town. This is where you will find Kiwanis Park, which stretches out for just under two acres. The park has recently enjoyed an upgrade, and now boasts brand new sports facilities and a playground, as well as a paved path that will take you and Fido through the park. If your pooch prefers rugged natural beauty to well-manicured neighborhood parks, head on over to Eyland Woods. This is a passive green space, filled with a dense covering of trees, making it pawfect for a tail-wagging walk with your pup.
Local Dog Walking Neighborhoods
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