Washington Square
A loop of the square fits into a 20- or 30-minute walk from most of the neighborhood. We keep to the paths, and when it’s busy at lunch, dogs stay close.
Good for: 20- and 30-minute walks
- Washington Square West
- Midtown Village
Dog walking in Washington Square West & Midtown Village
We walk one-on-one on weekdays in Washington Square West and Midtown Village, with a primary walker who gets to know your dog, your home, and your routine.
- Employee walkers, not contractors
- Lockboxes, door codes, and front desks
- 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 small streets
The narrow streets between the main blocks get very little traffic, so they’re where we take dogs who get nervous around cars and buses. Some are brick or Belgian block, so we slow down with puppies and older dogs.
Good for: Nervous dogs, puppies, and seniors
Midtown Village
Sidewalk tables and takeout mean dropped food. Dogs stay on a short leash and walkers steer them past it, or switch to a quieter block when it’s crowded.
Good for: Dogs who take crowds in stride
Rowhomes and apartment buildings
A lot of homes here have no front desk, so we set up keys and access around your home at the meet & greet.
Rowhomes and trinities
Most of our rowhome 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.
Steep stairs, a gate at the top of them, where the towels are for muddy paws: those go in your dog’s care notes, so any walker who comes has them.
Walk-ups and larger buildings
In a walk-up, we’ll set up a lockbox, a door code, or buzzer access with you. If your building has a front desk, we can pick up your keys there and return them after the walk, following the building’s rules for signing in and using the elevator.
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 Washington Square West.
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.
Lauryn
Hey! My name is Lauryn. I am a huge animal lover and can’t wait to get to know you and your fur baby!
Amanda
Amanda is a Philly resident of 25 years and always has a dog by her side. After losing her soul dog she started fostering and is on #8.
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.
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 |
Out in the neighborhood
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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 FAQPhiladelphia dog parks
Dog parks around the city for your own visits, and what to know before you go.
Read the guideStart 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.