Kelso, WA

Dog walking in Kelso

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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.

Best dog walker EVER!!!!!!! Can t recommend enough!

Anne R.

Thank you again, Taylor!

Amy C.

Thank you so much Taylor!

Cameron F.

I would like to set Taylor as Samson s permanent walker. Thank you so much

Apple U.

Excellent! The dogs are completely exhausted. What an epic walk and epic attitude! Thank you!

Anne R.

Thank you so much Taylor for taking such good care of Moose and helping out with a walk! I loved all the updates!

Amy C.

Apple U.

Why book dog walker in Kelso

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

The best dog friendly neighborhoods
in Kelso

Downtown Kelso

The bustling downtown area of Kelso isn’t short on beautiful greenery where you can escape from the city life! In between North pacific Avenue and Kelso Avenue, you can find the Rhododendron Gardens. This scenic park features a variety of rhododendrons that were planted by the regional rhododendron society to beautify the area. This park is especially lovely in the late spring when the flowers are in bloom. Leashed dogs are welcome to sniff the flowers! If your stomach is growling, head over to Taco Time, located in the same neighborhood. This restaurant features tortilla based treats and more, that you can enjoy at the pet friendly outdoor seating with your pooch!

West Kelso

In the neighborhood of West Kelso, just across the Cowlitz River, you can find another great place to spend some time with your pup. This neighborhood is proud home to the Catlin Park. The park features benches, picnic areas and restrooms. There’s also a splash pad, so why not bring the whole family! There are plenty of trees and grassy areas where your pup can sniff and play. Leashed dogs are welcome. After working up an appetite from all that playtime, head over to Burgerville, located just across the street from Catlin Park. Here you can dig into a burger next to your canine companion at one of the dog friendly outdoor tables. Table service isn’t available, so your pup will need to wait patiently outside while you order.

Davis Terrace

The neighborhood of Davis Terrace is proud home to the gem of Kelso, the Tam O’Shanter Park. This sprawling 38 acre park sits next to the Coweeman River. Because of its size, great location and variety of recreational activities, locals rave and tails wag about this park. This park has a large sheltered area that’s great for gatherings, many different athletic fields, picnic tables and restrooms. The smooth walking trail is great for a heart pumping jog or a leisurely stroll with your best pal. If you want a treat, there’s a concession stand here too! Leashed dogs are welcome to join their humans, just don’t forget the waste bags and dog biscuits for your good boy or girl!

Downtown

Just a hop across the river into the neighboring town of Longview, you can find a beautiful oasis to explore. It’s in the downtown area of Longview, just a 5 minute drive away from Kelso, that you can find the Lake Sacajawea Park Japanese Gardens. This park features a pretty bridge that reaches a small island with Japanese-inspired landscaping. There is also 3.5 miles of trails that wind under bridges, through blooming gardens and past the lake's two majestic fountains. You may even be able to catch a free concert here in the summer! Leashed dogs are welcome as long as they follow proper petiquette. When you need a pick me up, head over to Zojo Coffee in the same neighborhood. Here you can enjoy a fresh cup of joe with a pastry next to your pooch at one of the dog friendly outdoor tables.

Longview Junction

In the Longview Junction neighborhood of Longview, you can find another puppy paradise! Only a 7 minute drive from Kelso is the Gearhart Gardens Dog Park. This dog park provides a safe place for your pup to get some much needed exercise and enjoy some pawsitive socialization. The 3 acres of play space are divided into two separate fenced off areas, one for small breeds and another for the little guys. There are waste bags and drinking water available, so all you need to bring is your doggo’s favorite ball! There are even kiddie pools, so your dog can run, rinse and repeat. Dogs need to stay leashed when they’re not within the fenced areas.