Business Details
24 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Dog Walking Partner in Philadelphia
Walkies has been dedicated to providing exceptional pet care services in Philadelphia since 2002. Our company was founded on the principle that pets deserve consistent, personalized attention from caregivers they know and trust. We pioneered the assigned sitter model, ensuring every client receives care from a single, vetted professional who meets them in person before service begins. Our team undergoes a rigorous six-point vetting process including background checks, pet first aid certification, and extensive training. We operate 365 days a year with services available during early morning to evening hours, accommodating even the most demanding schedules. Our commitment to safety is reinforced through comprehensive liability insurance and strict protocols for key management and home access.With over two decades of experience, we've developed specialized care plans that address the unique needs of each pet and household. Our registration meetings ensure we fully understand each client's requirements, from feeding routines to favorite outdoor spots. We maintain open communication channels with clients and provide backup sitters when needed, always maintaining the same high standards. Our philosophy of continuous improvement drives us to refine our processes and expand our service offerings to better serve Philadelphia pet owners.
Services
Dog Walking
In Your Home Overnights
Cat Sitting
Key Pick-up/Drop-off
Medication Administration
Accident Cleanup
Plant Watering
Pet Station Clean Up
Trash Day Service
Stay and Wait
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized care through our unique assigned sitter model
- Over 20 years of specialized pet care experience in Philadelphia
- All staff complete a rigorous 6-point vetting and training process
- Fully insured with comprehensive liability coverage
- 365-day service availability with flexible scheduling options
What people say
Assigned sitter model
Peace of mind
Thorough vetting process
Reliable service
Personalized care
Services
Dog Walking
Our dog walking service provides mid-day exercise and bathroom breaks for Philadelphia pets. Clients choose between monthly recurring walks or as-needed scheduling. Each walk includes personalized attention, route customization, and real-time updates. Our professional walkers maintain consistent schedules while accommodating special needs like medication administration or behavioral considerations.
In Your Home Overnights
This service offers 12-hour in-home pet care during owner travel. Sitters arrive between 6-8pm, provide evening and morning walks, and remain overnight in the pet's familiar environment. The service includes feeding, medication administration, and personalized attention while maintaining the pet's regular routine and household security.
Cat Sitting
Specialized cat care services include feeding, litter box maintenance, and interactive play sessions. Our trained sitters understand feline behavior and provide low-stress visits that maintain the cat's natural routines. Services include administering medications, updating owners on pet behavior, and maintaining household security during visits.
Key Pick-up/Drop-off
Secure key exchange service for initial registration meetings or temporary access needs. Professional staff handle property access with strict security protocols, ensuring client peace of mind. This service facilitates smooth service transitions while maintaining household security standards during owner absence.
Medication Administration
Professional medication administration service for pets requiring special care. Trained sitters follow precise dosage instructions and maintain detailed administration records. The service includes proper storage handling, timely administration reminders, and immediate reporting of any adverse reactions to pet owners.
People
Andrea Borror
Owner
Andrea founded Walkies in 2002 after careers in biology, graphic design, and health coaching. Certified in yoga and pet first aid, she brings 20+ years of pet care expertise. She manages operations while maintaining strict quality standards for all services.
Clare Greene
Dog Walker
Certified pet care professional with Walkies and Cat Peeps. Specializes in working with shy animals and has extensive experience in animal rehabilitation settings. Combines professional expertise with personal passion for animal welfare in daily service delivery.
Melissa Hallbrook
Dog Walker
Experienced pet care specialist serving South Philadelphia. Certified in pet first aid with expertise in holiday pet care. Maintains strong client relationships through consistent service quality and personalized attention to pet needs.
Brieon Levin-Jackson
Dog Walker
Pet care professional with extensive foster and adoption experience. Specializes in pit bull care and behavioral support. Combines professional service delivery with personal woodworking skills to create custom pet enrichment tools.
Questions
What is an assigned sitter?
An assigned sitter is your dedicated pet caregiver who meets you in person before service begins and remains your consistent point of contact for all visits.
Can I meet my assigned sitter beforehand?
Yes, we require a registration meeting before service starts to ensure you meet your sitter and discuss your pet's specific needs and routines.
Are you fully insured?
Yes, we maintain comprehensive liability insurance covering pet care services, property access, and overnight stays for client and business protection.
Do you perform background checks?
All staff undergo a 6-point vetting process including background checks, reference verification, and pet first aid certification before joining our team.
Are services available year-round?
We provide pet care services 365 days a year with sitters available 24/7, though office hours are Monday-Thursday 9am-5:30pm.
How do I become a client?
Click 'Become A Client' on our website to submit your information. We'll contact you within one business day to complete registration and schedule your first service.
Reviews (2)
Keli S.
Jul 02, 2020
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We had a great experience with the Walkies team this past week when we needed someone to walk our dog mid-day.
Sarah Blake, the operations manager, responded to my email within an hour and just as quickly got me set up with an account and dog walker. The setup process was seamless and our meet and greet was quick yet thorough enough to ensure peace of mind that there wouldn't be any issues.
Emily Kimble, our dog walker, was so great with our pup!
Our lab can be hard to please, slow to warm up to strangers and sometimes just a handful, but he and Emily got along very well. We received an update from Emily as soon as they were done walking and she even brought some packages in for us that had been delivered. Even though walks are scheduled in a time window (only for non-monthly clients), Emily was able to provide a more precise time for the visit which made it easier to plan when to be back home in the evening. We will definitely use Walkies in the future and can't thank the team enough for making the process so easy!
Sarah Blake, the operations manager, responded to my email within an hour and just as quickly got me set up with an account and dog walker. The setup process was seamless and our meet and greet was quick yet thorough enough to ensure peace of mind that there wouldn't be any issues.
Emily Kimble, our dog walker, was so great with our pup!
Our lab can be hard to please, slow to warm up to strangers and sometimes just a handful, but he and Emily got along very well. We received an update from Emily as soon as they were done walking and she even brought some packages in for us that had been delivered. Even though walks are scheduled in a time window (only for non-monthly clients), Emily was able to provide a more precise time for the visit which made it easier to plan when to be back home in the evening. We will definitely use Walkies in the future and can't thank the team enough for making the process so easy!
Donna K.
Mar 05, 2016
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Walkies has made such a difference for my pup and I! He had a regular walker previously and then I went through 3 other walkers and walking services until I found Walkies!! I love that my pup has an assigned walker who got to know him and truly cares about him. His walker is Jenna and she is very sweet! She also sends me text updates letting me know how their walk went that day. I don't have to worry at all about rushing home after work or how my pup is doing during the day because of Walkies (THANK YOU!). The prices are very reasonable and totally worth it! They are also super convenient with scheduling and making payments. So happy to have found Walkies!!!
