Elkins, WV

Dog walking in Elkins

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.

walk

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

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

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

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

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

walk

Above and beyond service and communication! Would recommend time and time again! Extra caring and loving!

Lindsey B

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

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

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

drop-in

He looks so happy with you dropping by! Thank you so much for your loving caring attention. Love it!

Crystal C

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

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 Elkins

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

The best dog friendly neighborhoods
in Elkins

Shaver's Fork

Shaver's Fork is the tributary of the Cheat River. You will find a two-mile loop trail here which welcomes your dog to explore with you. The campsites are open for tent camping if you want to make it a weekend adventure. If you and your dog love the water, there is an open swimming area as well. You must register your dog when you arrive. This is a county park rather than a city park. A leash is always required. When the weather causes dangerous swimming conditions, there will be a no swimming sign posted. Please clean up after your pet.

Tygart River Valley

Fox Forest Wildlife Management Area has many trails for you to enjoy. From just under one mile all the way up to over twenty miles, you can choose the length and difficulty of your adventure. The best part is, if you go online and get a map, you can even see the difficulty levels. You will need to bring a leash for your dog. Make sure you bring lots of water and a camera. There are no restrooms, but there's plenty of wildlife to spot here. This is the place to bring your pet for a digital detox day or weekend. You may even decide that this is your new favorite spot!

Monongahela National Forest

In 1920, the Monongahela National Forest was set aside for public conservation and use. It's the pawfect place to come for fishing, hunting, and camping, and the best part is, it's right in Elkins! Wildlife clubs meet here to study and observe the flora and fauna that live here. You can bring your dog; just register him first. Pay close attention to road signs along the way. Remember to bring plenty of water for you and your dog, as well as waste bags to keep the trails clean. The walking trails here have varying degrees of difficulty. Please note that you and your pooch are not permitted to stray off the marked trails.

Highland Park

The Allegheny Highlands Trail begins in Elkins but carries you 20 miles north and around the Pheasant and Polecat Knob mountains. This former rail line, converted into a Fido-friendly walking trail by the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, does get a little difficult in places. Along the way, you will see stunning views of the mountains. You are definitely going to want a good pair of walking shoes! Make sure you bring a leash. There are a few rest stops along the way to sit and relax, but you will need to bring lots of water with you. Parts of the trail are paved, but others have been left more natural.

Westover

It's over an hour's drive away, but a trip to Morgantown might be just what you need if you are looking for a dog park. Stanley's Spot Dog Park is an off-leash dog area where your dog can socialize. It is located next to a trail so you can walk by the stream. You'll have access to water and doggie waste bags while you are here. Benches are provided for you to sit and watch your dog play. This is a great little spot for your dog to come sniff out some new friends and just be a dog for awhile!