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
“Walkin’ Rover all over!”
I walk my dogs every day, and in the 18 years that I have owned dogs, this has been my daily routine and joy. I personally trained my dogs to walk well on a leash. One of my dogs was two years old when I adopted him, and he was never trained to walk on a leash before. Now he loves to go on walks with his family. I would be an excellent walker for another dog owner. I am very reliable and responsible, and I treat my canine friends with kindness, respect, and love.
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Top Pet Caregiver
Senior dog care, Training experience, Puppy care, Fast walker
My name is Laura. I am currently employed as a veterinary technician. I have been working with animals over the past 20 years. I have experience working in animal shelters, rescue facilities, animal hospitals and of course dog walking as well as dog sitting and cat sitting. I currently own two cats and a bunny.
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“I hope I can make your day less stressful :)”
Hello, my name is Jazel and I've taken care of all types of animals like guinea pigs, bearded dragons, fish, birds, cats, and dogs. I love them all and like to care for them. I have experience in taking dogs out, cleaning up after them, play time, and cleaning the rooms they stay in. I also make sure their food diet is what they are eating. I help out my older sister with her five dogs when I’m not working and cuddle with my cats.
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Top Pet Caregiver
Can run with dogs, Oral medicine administration, Injected medicine administration, Senior dog care, Special needs dog care, High energy dogs, Dogs who pull, Puppy care, Fast walker
“It’s all about your pooch!!”
Hi there! I’ve been a dog lover since childhood. I grew up with a terrier mix. I continued on to eventually add a black lab rescue to my family as we already had our family dog which was a Rescue. My last two dogs were both senior‘s. With some thought I decided to start my own Dog care business. I’d be honored to give your pup the special attention they deserve for our walk!
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Socially Distanced Pet Care
Oral medicine administration, Senior dog care, Special needs dog care, Dogs who pull, Puppy care, Fast walker
My name is Jessica and I have over 10 years of experience in animal care that includes volunteering in dog rescue and working as a Veterinary Assistant. I have spent most of my time walking & socializing dogs in an animal shelter, and caring for those we've saved in a privately run boarding facility. Working with animals is my greatest passion and their safety & well-being mean the most to me. I can't wait to spend time with your pet!
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Top Pet Caregiver
Hello puppy parents! I’ve been walking for Wag for quite a while now and love it. I have two fur babies of my own and I look forward to getting to know yours!
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“Every journey begins with a paw, Gotta walk em all”
Hello fellow pet parents! My name is Wahaj Patel and I have been around dogs for over 7 years now. Several of my previous roommates have had dogs (Siberian Husky, Chocolate Lab, American Pitbull, other smaller breeds). Though I have no professional experience, I have always been attentive. Personally, I can't wait to have my own pet but until then Wag allows me to use my previous experience to meet breeds and grow my fondness towards animals.
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Can run with dogs, Oral medicine administration, Injected medicine administration, Senior dog care, Special needs dog care, High energy dogs, Dogs who pull, Puppy care, Fast walker
Hi! I'm Kevin, and I'm really excited to walk your dog today! I've owned dogs most of my life and have always loved taking them on walks. I really love dogs and would love to have a companion walking around the city. Hope to meet your dog soon!
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“Furries are my fans!”
Hi! I'm Elizabeth, I love dogs and spending time with them playing, walking, cuddling, and everything in between! I have experience in grooming, doggie daycare, as a veterinary assistant, pet sitting, administering subcutaneous injections, animal CPR, and dog walking (I also love and care for cats, and will care for any type of companion animal besides venomous spiders or snakes).
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Can run with dogs, Oral medicine administration, Injected medicine administration, Senior dog care, Special needs dog care, High energy dogs, Puppy care, Fast walker
“Professional Dog Walker!”
Hi! My name is Joseph and i love dogs! I have over 15 years of animal experience and helped rescue dogs my whole life. The love i have for animals is indescribable! I cant wait to meet your best friend :)
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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
Dog Walking in Melville
Long Island, New York houses so many pup-friendly towns, one of which is Melville. Located in Suffolk County, east of New York City, Melville is a beautiful town with a lot to offer dog-lovers. While there aren’t any vets in town, there are several animal hospitals and clinics in nearby Plainview and Huntington Station.
As your first activity together, leash up your four-legged companion and head to the West Hills Nature Preserve. This place offers numerous hiking trails and is a beautiful place to escape suburbia. From this preserve, you can hike up to the highest point on Long Island for stunning vistas of the surrounding land and out into the bays. There are picnic tables and lots of lovely trees to rest under for a spot of lunch. Bring water for you both and some clean up bags.
For a casual pup-friendly place to eat in the heart of Melville, head to Roast Sandwich House. The delicatessen-style food on offer includes soups, salads, wraps, paninis and a selection of sandwiches. Your pup is welcome to sit alongside you at one of their outside tables.
Sunday brunch is the perfect family outing, and The Refuge is the place to go with your dog. On Sunday’s, dogs are permitted to join their humans at one of the many outdoor tables. Enjoy your cup of coffee with some morning glory French toast, omelette or blueberry crumb pancakes. Happy Times Café also allow pets at one of their outdoor tables while you tuck into a chubby checker burger, wedge salad or John Wayne’s buffalo chicken.
With so much to see and do in this area and surrounds, you and your dog will love visiting Melville.
Best Dog Neighborhoods in Melville
West Hills
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Dog Parks
Population DensityWest Hills
48North of Melville in Huntington is the West
Hills County Dog Park in the West Hills County Park, where your dog will love
playing off-lead with other pups and having a really good run. There are waste
bags available on-site, but bring some water and a drinking bowl for when your
pup has worked up a thirst. You will need to arrange a park pass or pay a fee
for using the park at particular times of the day. Also in this area is the
Walt Whitman Trail, where you can bring your dog for an on-lead walk through
the forest. The main trail is 4.25 miles, but there are other shorter trails in
the area to find.
Central Woodbury
36Population DensityCentral Woodbury
36Head a little way west of Melville to Woodbury and you will
come across the Trail View State Park. The 454-acre, 7.4 mile-long area is a
popular place for hiking, allowing you and your on-lead pup the opportunity to
escape suburbia amongst some beautiful woodlands. If you are hungry after your
walk, head to Dugan’s Sandwich Shop for a fresh bit to eat with your pup
alongside you at one of the outside tables. Nearby, Red Mango serve up
delicious sweets of frozen yogurt, sorbets, smoothies and juices, and you can
sit with your dog outside. It’s the perfect way to end the day!
Oakley
24Population DensityOakley
24Directly north of Melville in Huntington Station, you will find a couple of great pup-friendly places to eat. Brendel’s Bagels and Eatery of New York has three
pup-proof outdoor tables and renowned for their New York style bagels and
gourmet sandwiches. Sweet or savoury – the choice is yours! Ralph's Famous
Italian Ices also has three pet-friendly outdoor benches where you can sit with
your buddy and enjoy one of their 150 flavours! After your lunch, head out for
an on-lead walk around this area as there are lots of places to window shop and
enjoy a little stroll up the main street of town.
Old Bethpage
12Population DensityOld Bethpage
12Bethpage State Park in neighboring Farmingdale is a 1,477-acre area with
numerous walking trails throughout that are perfect for an on-lead outing and a
little exercise for you both. The paved Bethpage Bikeway also runs through here
from Merrick Rd (Massapequa) in the south and north for 12.5 miles. This
multi-use trail is part of the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy and links up to the
wider Nassau-Suffolk Greenbelt Trail. Within
the Bethpage State Park, there are playgrounds for the human kids and plenty
of open space for a game of catch. Or you and your pup can just relax on the grass together for a
bite to eat. Bring your water bottles and Fido’s drinking bowl here, and
remember to pack some clean up bags as well.
Long Island Ave/ Carlls Path
0Population DensityLong Island Ave/ Carlls Path
0Edgewood Oak Brush Plains Preserve Trail in Deer Park is just seven mile southeast of Melville and well worth the drive for a lovely walk out in the forest. This dog-friendly trail is on easy terrain and the main loop is just 2.75 miles, but there are other trails to seek out along the way if you are up for a bit of exploring. The entire preserve is 813-acres and in total has more than 23.5 miles of trails and roads. Your dog needs to stay on a lead through here and always clean up after him. There aren’t any amenities out here, so come prepared with any food you might like and plenty of water for you both. You will need a free permit to visit this area from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
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