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    • Drop-In Visits
    • Dog Walking
    • Pet Taxi
    • Adventure Walks
  • Rates
    • Dog Boarding
    • Doggy Daycare
    • Homestays
    • Drop-In Visits
    • Dog Walking
    • Pet Taxi
    • Adventure Walks
  • Book Now
  • Gallery
  • Blog
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    • About Us
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Dog Walking

Every Walk is a New Adventure — Keep Your Dog Active and Healthy

Looking for a way to keep your dog active and engaged while you're at work or busy with daily tasks? Home Away From Home Pet Service offers expert dog walking services tailored to suit the unique needs of every dog, regardless of their age, size, or energy level. Our dog walks are customized to match your dog's individual pace and energy level with durations ranging from 15 to 60 minutes, ensuring they are comfortable and enjoying every step of their adventure.


Walking isn't just about physical exercise—it’s also an excellent opportunity for mental stimulation. During each walk, your dog will enjoy discovering new sights, sounds, and smells, keeping their brain active and engaged. This sensory exploration provides essential enrichment, helping your dog stay mentally sharp and curious. Walks not only help reduce anxiety and boredom but also promote overall well-being by providing a balance of physical activity and mental engagement. Regular walks with proper stimulation can help curb undesirable behaviors caused by excess energy or lack of mental stimulation, ensuring a happy and well-adjusted pup. 


Before your dog’s walk, you’ll have the opportunity to meet with your pet sitter to ensure a perfect match and go over any specific needs or preferences. Our professional pet sitters are not only certified in pet care, first aid, and CPR but also background checked, insured, and bonded for your peace of mind, ensuring your pet is in safe, capable hands. We provide photos and detailed updates of your dog enjoying their walk, keeping you informed and connected throughout the day. When you return home, you’ll be greeted by a happy, well-exercised pup, ready to relax after their invigorating walk. Let us help keep your fur baby fit, mentally stimulated, and content while you focus on your busy day! 

Dog Walking Pricing

Explore our rates page to find pricing options tailored to fit both your schedule and your pet’s specific needs.

Rates

Before You Book: Dog Walking Guide

Dog Walking Pricing

Rather than charging per pet, our pricing for dog walking is based on the total time required — including travel to and from your home, as well as the time spent providing care. Charging mileage fees instead of per pet allows us to fairly compensate our sitters for their time and dedication while ensuring equitable pricing for multi-pet households. Please note that our maximum travel distance is 30 minutes from your pet sitter's home.

Dog Walking Durations

  • 15 Minutes


  • 30 Minutes


  • 45 Minutes


  • 60 Minutes


Please note that the duration you select for your walk must allow enough time for your sitter to thoroughly complete all of your care instructions. Providing adequate time ensures your pets receive the full attention and care they deserve, without your sitter needing to rush. If your selected duration does not allow enough time to fulfill all tasks responsibly and safely, your sitter will automatically extend the walk to the next available time block. If this occurs, the difference in cost will be charged to your card on file. This policy helps us maintain the highest standard of care for your pets while keeping walks stress-free and consistent. 

Dog Walking Hours

  • Monday-Sunday: 7am-9pm


  • Holidays: 7am-9pm


These are our standard hours, but please keep in mind that availability may vary depending on the assigned pet sitter, as some sitters offer longer or shorter hours. We will assign the pet sitter who best matches your schedule and your pet’s needs. You can visit Our Pet Sitters page linked below to view each sitter’s specific hours. If your schedule falls outside of our regular availability, don’t hesitate to reach out—we’ll do our best to accommodate your needs. 


When submitting your booking request, you may select your preferred service time; however, due to our flexible scheduling options and the fact that many of our pet sitters care for multiple clients throughout the day, we allow for a service time window of up to one hour before or after your selected time if needed. This flexibility enables our pet sitters to maintain an efficient and balanced schedule while still providing the highest level of care for all pets.

Our Pet Sitters

Dog Walking Safety

Limited Group Size: We provide walks for up to two dogs at a time to ensure each pet receives the attention, control, and care they deserve. For households with more than two dogs, clients have two options: you can either split your booking time to allow all dogs to be walked separately in pairs, or add an additional sitter to your booking for an added fee so all dogs can be walked at the same time. This structure allows us to prioritize safety and quality for both your pets and our team.


Weather-Related Safety: Your pet’s safety is our top priority. If extreme temperatures or hazardous weather conditions create unsafe dog walking conditions, your sitter will substitute a walk with a drop-in visit to ensure your pet still receives the care and attention they deserve. Should this occur, your sitter will promptly notify you and provide an update on the visit, ensuring you’re always informed and your pet's well-being is maintained. 

Additional Services

Enhance your pet's booking with our premium add-on services designed to keep them happy, healthy, and refreshed.


Dog Baths: Treat your pup to a refreshing spa experience with our standard dog baths, designed to leave them feeling fresh, clean, and pampered with a gentle shampoo, conditioning treatment, and cozy towel dry. 

What To Expect During Dog Walking

Safety First Walking Practices

Personalized Care & Communication

Health, Comfort, and Well-Being

  • Ensure the use of well-fitting and safe walking equipment, including leashes, harnesses, and collars
  • Walk your dog according to your preferences, ensuring they get the exercise and stimulation they need to stay happy and healthy
  • Check the temperature of the pavement before the walk to ensure your dog’s paws are safe
  • Prevent interactions with other dogs during walks to ensure safety

Health, Comfort, and Well-Being

Personalized Care & Communication

Health, Comfort, and Well-Being

  • Follow all feeding instructions, dietary requirements, and food restrictions 
  • Administer medications as per your care instructions, including pills, injections, subcutaneous fluids, and inhalation treatments
  • Always provide fresh water for hydration during or after walks
  • Monitor treat time to prevent choking hazards 
  • Clean up after your dog to maintain cleanliness and hygiene

Personalized Care & Communication

Personalized Care & Communication

Personalized Care & Communication

  • Pay attention to your dog’s needs and behavior during the walk
  • Utilize positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior
  • Bring your mail and packages inside 
  • Handle waste disposal and plant care tasks 
  • Optional dog bath add-on service (additional fees apply)
  • Provide photos and written updates after each walk to keep you connected and informed

Your dog's well-being is our top priority. If you have any additional care instructions, please let us know—we are always happy to accommodate! 

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Dog Walking Gallery

Follow the paw prints—see our dog walks in action!

Benefits of Dog Walking

  • Personalized Care
  • Physical Exercise
  • Potty Breaks
  • Mental Stimulation
  • Improved Behavior
  • Boosted Mood
  • Healthy Weight Management
  • Decreased Stress & Loneliness
  • Reduced Boredom & Anxiety
  • Mail and Package Retrieval
  • Maintain Your Busy Schedule
  • Peace of Mind


Our team of professional pet sitters are certified in pet care, first aid, and CPR to ensure the highest standard of care for your pet. We provide detailed written updates and photos during every dog walk to keep you informed and connected. 

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Sioux Falls, South Dakota

605-214-4107

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