Washington Square
A loop of the square fits easily into a 20- or 30-minute walk, and leashed dogs are welcome. It gets busy around lunch, so dogs stay close and keep to the paths.
Good for: Shorter walks and dogs who like a little activity
- Society Hill
- Old City
Dog walking in Society Hill & Old City
We walk one-on-one on weekdays in Society Hill, with a primary walker who gets to know your dog, your home, and your routine. We’re also adding walks in Old City again, starting with the blocks closest to Society Hill.
- Employee walkers, not contractors
- Front desk key pickup
- Photos and the GPS route after every walk
A few of our regular routes
Each walk is planned around your dog, and your visit report includes a GPS map of where you went.
The walkways
The pedestrian walkways between blocks take dogs off the street for part of the walk, which helps dogs who get nervous around traffic.
Good for: Dogs who are nervous around cars and buses
The residential blocks
Brick sidewalks and Belgian block streets are uneven in spots, so with puppies and older dogs we slow down and stick to the smoother stretches.
Good for: Older dogs and slow sniffers
Old City, a few blocks at a time
We walked a lot of dogs in Old City before 2020, around Independence Hall and Washington Square, and we’d like to again. We’re adding Old City walks gradually, starting with the blocks closest to Society Hill, so whether we can help depends on your block and the times you need.
Tell us where you are. If we can’t fit you in yet, we’ll say so and suggest other options.
Townhouses and doorman buildings
Keys and access work differently in a townhouse than in a high-rise, so we set them up around your home at the meet & greet.
Townhouses
Most of our townhouse clients use a smart lock or a lockbox. If we keep a key, it’s stored safely and never with anything that shows your address.
A back gate, a gate on the stairs, where the towels are for muddy paws: those go in your dog’s care notes, so any walker who comes has them.
High-rises and condos
If your building has a front desk, we can pick up your keys there and return them after the walk. Walkers follow the building’s rules for signing in and using the elevator, and a wait at the desk can take a few minutes out of the walk.
We don’t take dogs into public dog parks. If your building has its own dog area, we can use it if you want.
Who walks your dog
Once your weekly schedule is set, we pair you with a primary walker who does most of your walks and learns your dog’s habits.
When your walker is off, out sick, or unavailable, our scheduling team sends another trained walker with your dog’s care notes and access details, and you still get the report, notes, and photos. If your walker leaves us, we’ll match you with a new primary walker.
The more regular your schedule, the more consistent your walker will be. Every walker is our own employee: background-checked, trained by us, and insured.
Meet a few of our area walkers
Some of the people you’ll see around Society Hill.
Dustin
Hey there! My name is Dustin. I’ve grown up around animals my entire life with cats, dogs, lizards, and a few bad-tempered hamsters.
Iain
Hi, I’m Iain! I’m new to Philadelphia. I grew up in Virginia on a farm, so I am no stranger to animals small and large.
Grace
Grace loves all animals. Growing up with many types, she finds their company soothing. She loves the energy dogs have and loves caring for them.
Prices
Our rates are the same in every neighborhood. They’re per walk, and they go down as you book more walks each week.
- Twice-daily weekday walks: $16 each for 20 minutes, $20 for 30.
- Weekend, early-morning, and evening walks are usually available with a surcharge.
- When you travel, regular walking clients can book drop-in sitting at $32 a visit.
- The meet & greet is free.
| Walk length | 1–2 a week1–2/wk | 3–4 a week3–4/wk | 5+ a week5+/wk |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 minutes | $23 | $20 | $18 |
| 30 minutes | $26 | $24 | $22 |
| 60 minutes | $42 | $40 | $38 |
Good to know
Hiring a dog walker
What to ask before you hire anyone to walk your dog, us included.
Read the guideLeash pulling
For dogs who pull on narrow sidewalks: harnesses, head halters, and which to try first.
Read the guideQuestions we hear a lot
Cancellations, keys, tips, and what happens when your walker is out.
See the FAQStart with a free meet & greet
A manager visits your home to meet your dog and go over keys, access, and the walks your dog likes best. It’s free, with no commitment.
Rather talk to a person first? (267) 571-9373 hello@pupsonpassyunk.com
Office hours are Monday–Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday–Sunday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. We usually reply right away, and nearly always the same business day.
What happens next
- Tell us about your dogYour address, your dog, and the weekday schedule you have in mind. About two minutes.
- We come to youA manager meets you and your dog at home and sets up keys and access. Free, about 20 minutes.
- Walks beginWe set your weekly schedule. After every walk you get photos, notes, and the GPS route.
Takes about two minutes. No payment and no password, just your address and your dog’s details so we can match you with a walker.