Professional Dog Walking Services

in Washington,DC

Why Savvy City Dog is Different

If you’re looking for a neighborhood dog walker, you’ve got options.
If you’re looking for a professional, structured, behavior-aware walking program—welcome. That’s what we do.

With over 18 years of experience and a certified behavior consultant at the helm, Savvy City Dog offers more than just a walk. We deliver calm, consistent handling, custom plans, and real-time communication from a team that actually understands dogs—not just adores them.

We don’t use gig workers.
We don’t cut corners.
And we don’t take dogs who aren’t a fit.

If your dog needs more than just exercise, or if you’re tired of chaotic walks, mismatched walkers, or low-standards care—we’re ready.

A Tailored, Trainer-Led Approach

Whether your dog is shy, reactive, overexcited, or just lacks leash skills, our program is built to meet them where they are. Every dog starts with a professional training walk package designed to build leash manners, emotional regulation, and real-world confidence—before they’re placed in a group walk.

Dogs who complete this program may be invited into our core walking service: structured, small-group walks led by experienced handlers who continue to reinforce calm, consistent behavior.

This is not a walk-and-go service. It’s behavioral support delivered on foot.

Our Services

Savvy Walker Program

$997/Month

Daily structure. Professional handling. Real progress.

If you’re struggling with loose leash walking, leash reactivity, overexcitement, or shyness, you already know: one walk a week—or even one session—won’t fix it.

The Savvy Starter is a month-long training walk program designed to create real change through repetition, consistency, and handler skill. Over 20 walks, a professional trainer works directly with your dog multiple times per week to build leash manners, emotional regulation, and focus—in the real world, not just a training session.

👉 Available by application only. After completion, your dog may be invited to join our standard walking program.

Group Walking Program

$30/Walk

Stable, mixed groups that meet 2–5x per week. They're well-socialized, enjoy walking with others, and have worked through reactivity, leash pulling, or excessive excitement.

👉 Invite only. Minimum 2x/week commitment.

Get ready for some serious tail wagging, because daily walks are the secret to unlocking your pup’s full potential!

Not only will they get their zoomies out and stretch their legs, but they’ll also soak up all the sights, smells, and sounds of the great outdoors.

Regular walks mean your dog receives crucial ongoing social exposure to people, other dogs, and the environments. Daily walks also give your dog plenty of chances to practice their good manners, make new dog friends, and just be the happiest, most fulfilled version of themselves!

So, what you waiting for? Let’s get out there and start exploring!

Looking for an Alternative to Rover or Wag?

Many pet owners start with app-based dog walking services like Rover or Wag because they’re widely available. However, if you’re looking for a more structured, reliable, and personalized experience, Pawmora offers professional dog walking with a difference:

✅ Consistent, trained walkers—Not gig workers, but professionals who understand dog behavior and participate in ongoing continuing education.
✅ Tailored walks—More than just a quick potty break; we provide engagement, enrichment, and structured exercise to fit your specific dog’s needs.
✅ Safety-first approach—We know dogs and that knowledge gives us the power to be the safest dog walkers in DC, ask us about our safety protocols at your Meet and Greet.
✅ Reliable—Unlike a one-walker show, we have staff who can seamlessly fill in if needed. That means no last-minute cancellations. Just easy, reliable service, like it should be.
✅ Real-time updates—GPS tracking, walk reports, and direct communication with our team.
✅ Support a local, small business—Unlike Rover and Wag, which send money to massive corporations, Pawmora is locally owned and operated. Every dollar you spend supports a business that truly cares about you, your dog, our staff, our neighbors, and our DC neighborhoods.

If you’ve used Rover or Wag and want a more personalized, local experience with expert care, we’d love to help. Book your first walk with Pawmora today!

FAQs

  • Continuing education is a priority at Savvy City Dog. All of our walkers undergo regular training on dog body language, walking equipment, dog social skills, red flag behaviors, basic training and behavior modification, as well as basic dog first aid.

  • Your walker will arrive within your walking window. The available windows to choose from are 10-12 or 12-2. If you need walks outside of these times, please just let us know!

  • Typically 1-3 other dogs.

  • Our walkers are nature lovers and will be ready to walk your dog in rain, heat, cold, flurries, or shine. In cases of road closings or hazardous transportation days, we will try our best, but we may need to cancel your walks and would let you know asap.

    Please have an emergency back up plan just in case, such as a key with a nearby family member, friend, or neighbor.

  • Clients are billed on the first Monday of every month. Packages are pre-paid, so you are billed for the upcoming walks you will receive. New clients are billed a prorated amount.

  • Our ability to hire quality walkers, is in part based on our ability to pay them predictably, and our cancellation policies reflect those efforts.

    Unfortunately, we are unable to offer refunds for walks already purchased.

    To make scheduling adjustments, pause, or cancel your service all together, we do request two weeks’ notice via email (you can send it to info@savvycitydog.com). This allows us sufficient time to schedule our staff, or to onboard a new client into your slot with minimal disruption to your walker’s income.

  • Yes, a second dog in the same household can be added for an additional $10 per walk.

  • Yes, we are licensed in Washington, DC and we are insured and bonded through the Business Insurers of the Carolinas.

Dog Walking Service Area

Our dog walking service area is a bit smaller than our training service area, as we rely on demand from individual neighborhoods in order to create our walking groups. If your neighborhood is not listed, please still contact us, as your dog may have other friends in the neighborhood just waiting to start a walking group together!

CHEVY CHASE DC

BARNABY WOODS DC

MARTIN’S ADDITIONS MD

CHEVY CHASE SECTION 5 MD

FOREST HILLS DC

FRIENDSHIP HEIGHTS

FRIENDSHIP VILLAGE

BETHESDA

Unleash the Benefits:
5 Reasons to Hire a Professional Dog Walker

  1. Regular exercise and stimulation for your dog: Dogs need daily exercise to maintain their physical health and mental wellbeing. A professional dog walker can ensure that your dog gets the exercise they need to stay healthy and happy.

  2. Socialization with other dogs: Regular walks with a professional dog walker can help your dog socialize with other dogs and learn proper behavior around them.

  3. Consistency and routine: Dogs thrive on routine and consistency. A professional dog walker can provide your dog with a regular schedule of walks and playtime, which can help them feel more secure and relaxed.

  4. Relief from boredom and anxiety: Dogs can become bored and anxious when left alone for long periods of time. A professional dog walker can provide them with mental stimulation and attention, which can alleviate these issues.

  5. Peace of mind for you: Hiring a professional dog walker can give you peace of mind, knowing that your dog is being taken care of and receiving the attention and exercise they need.

Overall, a professional dog walker can provide numerous benefits for your dog's physical and mental health, as well as your peace of mind.

Give Yourself and Your Pup a Break:
Why You Deserve a Professional Dog Walker

As a loving dog owner, you deserve a break.

It's not easy juggling work, family, and the constant demands of your furry friend. Pamper yourself and your dog with the luxury of hiring a professional dog walker.

Not only will it make your life easier, but it will also provide your dog with much-needed exercise, socialization, and mental stimulation.

You both deserve the best, so why not treat yourselves to the gift of a happier, easier life?