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Ruidoso, NM

Dog walking in Ruidoso

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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walk

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 Ruidoso

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 Ruidoso, NM 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. Ruidoso, NM has "pawlenty" of parks and neighborhoods that your dog is itching to explore!

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The best dog friendly neighborhoods
in Ruidoso

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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Village Center

Village Center

If you’re anywhere near the Village Center neighborhood in Ruidoso, your pupper is in for a treat. The Ruidoso Dog Park gets tails wagging everytime. Your dog can play and make friends in this large off-leash dog area, while you enjoy the furtastic mountain views. This dog park features a part grass, part dirt acre for the big dogs, and a half-acre for the small dogs. Drinking water and free waste bags are provided. It doesn’t stop there, as this park is located next to the White Mountain Recreation complex, which features a playground, walking trails and a large field. Dogs are welcome, but must remain leashed in these areas. When you need a boost after all that puppy playtime, Zocca Coffee and Tea is the place to be! They have four outdoor dog friendly seating areas, and even give out complimentary dog treats.


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Forest Lane

Forest Lane

The Forest Lane neighborhood in Ruidoso is nestled into the edge of the Lincoln National Forest. This makes it a wonderful place for hiking or camping with your pooch. Head over to the Cedar Creek Campground and Picnic Area to get back to nature. This campground is resting along the edge of the scenic Cedar Creek, at an elevation of 7,000 feet. Hiking and wildlife watching are some of the most pawpular activities to do from this park. Dogs must stay leashed, and there is drinking water and vault toilets available. If you would like a more modern alternative, check out Whispering Pine Cabins in the north end of Forest Lane. You and your furry friend can curl up next a fireplace and enjoy mountain air from one of these cabins for a small extra fee.


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Wingfield

Wingfield

If you’re in the Wingfield neighborhood, you can’t miss the urban park named after it. Wingfield Park has an 8 acre open green space available for special events, or for your dog to sniff and play in. This park also features a half-mile gravel walking path, picnic tables and restrooms. When you and your dog are itching to get a little further out into the wild, head to Grindstone Lake in the northwest end of Wingfield. This park offers five trails with different levels of difficulty, totalling 18 miles. The lake is great for fishing, non-motorized boating, and swimming. Your dog will need to stay leashed throughout the park, but you’ll both pawsitively love the clear lake and mountain views!


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Main Road

Main Road

The Main Road neighborhood in Ruidoso is full of dog friendly attractions. Locals and visitors alike love bringing their dogs to Two Rivers Park. This park features 27 acres of open space and a 1.25 mile paved pathway that offers views of the Ruidoso River. Dogs must stay leashed in this park, and don’t forget the poop bags! After working up an appetite, you can check out the Tall Pines Beer and Wine Garden. Dogs are welcome, so bring your pooch along while you try some craft beer and wine local to Ruidoso. You may even catch some live performances. The huge outdoor patio has dog friendly tables and two fire pits.
Alto

Alto

Just five miles north of Ruidoso in Lincoln County, you’ll find the community of Alto, proud home to several mountain peaks, and possibly the country’s best warm-weather skiing. Ski Apache is a dog friendly ski resort that allows your dog to join you on the gondolas and trails as long as he stays leashed. So take a lift on “The Gazebo”, a high-flying enclosed gondola, to an elevation 11,500 feet to enjoy some breathtaking views, including of the towering Sierra Blanca Peak. From where the gondola drops you off, you can enjoy some of the many hiking paths while feeling like your at the top of the world with your dog.


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