Carrollton, VA

Dog walking in Carrollton

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.

Always gives my dog a great walk!

Rachel D.

So amazing with my dog! Always looking out for her to be safe when she leaves her as well!

Rachel D.

Julie is so awesome! I highly recommend her. She is a natural with animals and she is very reliable.

MJ P.

Amazing with my pups!!

Rachel D.

Amazing walker, keeps my active dog super busy!!

Rachel D.

Put in extra work to keep my pup safe

Rachel D.

Great walker!

james S.

Great support for our pets

james S.

She was great. Will love to have her again!

Maritza A.

Very flexible

james S.

Why book dog walker in Carrollton

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

The best dog friendly neighborhoods
in Carrollton

Historic Smithfield

Historic Smithfield is just over six miles from Carrollton. The neighborhood sits along the Pagan River and is the home of the Smithfield Farmer’s Market, local events, historic walking tours, and charming, old-fashioned homes and shops. One of the biggest draws for pet owners to this neighborhood is the Windsor Castle Park, which has over 200 acres of play areas, marshlands, walking trails, and fishing and picnic areas. Your pup can also check out the dog park, a fenced-in area that gives pups lots of space to play off their leashes and even has a dog-cleaning area to spruce them up before getting back in the car.

Wynnewood

About 12 miles from Carrollton is Wynnewood, a neighborhood in Suffolk, VA. Wynnewood is an affordable neighborhood that’s mostly residential but close to shopping areas. If you’re headed to one of the nearby cities, like Norfolk or Portsmouth, this neighborhood can be a great place to stop for a meal at a dog-friendly restaurant. A local favorite is La Parilla Mexican Grill, which serves authentic Mexican dishes in a casual atmosphere and has several outdoor tables for you and your pup to sit. Or, check out Decent People Taproom with your friends and their dogs and enjoy wings, burgers, or one of the brews on the outdoor patio.

Olde Towne South

The Olde Towne South neighborhood of Portsmouth is about 19 miles from Carrollton and right in the heart of the city. This neighborhood sits along the Elizabeth River and is filled with old-fashioned homes and buildings along with one of the most popular children’s museums in the state. You and your pup can walk along the water by the famous Seawall or enjoy a meal on the outdoor patio at one of several dog-friendly restaurants. Bier Garden is a pupular spot that welcomes dogs and offers authentic German dishes and beer to guests. Or, opt for some Italian food at Mannino’s Italian Bistro.

Fort Norfolk

Fort Norfolk is a historic neighborhood in Norfolk, Virginia and is just under 20 miles from Carrollton. The area is known for its roots in American history as one of President George Washington’s waterfront defenses that also played a role in the Civil War. This super dog-friendly area has two dog parks that locals and tourists can enjoy. Hague Dog Park is an unfenced area that lets well-trained dogs play and make new friends. Your dog will probably go mutts, though, for PETA’s Dog Park. This waterfront park has toys, picnic areas, and access to the water to give your pup a good splash!

Ghent

Ghent is a furtastic neighborhood in Norfolk that’s also one of its most populated. Ghent’s about a 20-minute drive from Carrollton and this waterfront area is sure to be a hit with dog owners. You’ll have a wide variety of dog-friendly restaurants to choose from, like Little Dog Diner, a diner reminiscent of the '50s and '60s that serves up American classics. Once growling bellies are satisfied, take your pup to the Ghent Dog Park to let them off their leash for socialization and exercise. Coelacanth Brewing also has an outdoor area for dog owners to enjoy a beer with their furry companions.