Business Details
27 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Pet Care Partner in Charlottesville
Since 1999, Sammy's Dog Walking has been Charlottesville's premier provider of professional pet care services. Our dedicated team of bonded and insured dog walkers brings decades of combined experience in delivering personalized attention to pets while ensuring owner peace of mind. We specialize in tailored walking routes that reflect our deep understanding of local neighborhoods, maintaining consistent communication with clients through photos, videos, and detailed updates.Our commitment to quality care extends to all services including boarding, cat sitting, and wedding day pet logistics, supported by comprehensive safety protocols and flexible scheduling options. With a proven track record of reliability and a focus on building long-term relationships with both pets and owners, we continue to set the standard for excellence in pet care services across Albemarle County.
Services
Dog Walking
Dog Boarding
Cat Sitting
Wedding Day Services
Pet Transportation
Meet & Greet
Inclement Weather Care
Medication Administration
Home Visits
Holiday Services
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We have been providing professional pet care services since 1999.
- Our team consists of bonded and insured pet care specialists.
- We offer personalized communication with photos and video updates.
- We implement customized walking routes based on local knowledge.
- We maintain 24/7 availability for emergency pet care needs.
Associations and certifications
- Bonded and Insured
What people say
Exceptional service
Loves the walks
Very reliable
Personalized communication
Peace of mind
Services
Dog Walking
Our professional dog walking service provides customized exercise routines tailored to each dog's specific needs and personality. With multiple walk duration options available throughout the day, including early morning and evening appointments, our experienced team ensures proper socialization and physical activity while maintaining strict safety protocols. Clients receive regular updates through photos and videos documenting their pet's adventures.
Dog Boarding
We offer both in-home and facility-based boarding solutions with 24/7 supervision and personalized care. Our services include medication administration, multiple daily walks, and special attention to dietary requirements. With capacity limitations ensuring individual attention, our secure facilities feature fenced yards and doggie doors while maintaining strict health and safety standards for all guests.
Cat Sitting
Our cat sitting service provides essential care including litter box maintenance, feeding, and companionship during owner absences. Each 20-minute visit includes plant watering and mail collection, with options for additional visits. Our trained staff understands feline behavior patterns and provides gentle handling while maintaining strict hygiene protocols to ensure cat comfort and household cleanliness.
Wedding Day Services
We specialize in comprehensive wedding day pet logistics including transportation, ceremony participation, and on-site care. Our services cover pre-ceremony exercise, photo session coordination, and continuous supervision during events. With experience handling various breeds and temperaments, we implement safety protocols for animal interactions while managing transportation logistics within specified geographic parameters.
Pet Transportation
Our transportation services include safe pet conveyance for special events and routine needs. Trained staff utilize pet-friendly vehicles with climate control systems while following established safety procedures for animal handling. The service includes monitoring pet comfort levels during transit and implementing breed-specific care protocols to ensure stress-free travel experiences for both pets and owners.
People
Sammy
Founder
With experience from New York City to Charlottesville, Sammy brings deep expertise in dog behavior and relationship-building. He established the company in the early 2000s, focusing on personalized pet care solutions while maintaining strict safety standards.
Jackie
Pet Care Specialist
As Sammy's wife and former educator, Jackie combines teaching experience with animal care expertise. She specializes in client interaction and boarding services, applying educational principles to pet care while maintaining high standards of animal welfare.
Laurie Hartman
Senior Dog Walker
With 20 years in Earlysville, Laurie brings extensive animal breeding and training experience. She specializes in handling nervous or shy dogs, applying techniques from her English Setter breeding background while maintaining personalized care standards for all pets.
Scarlet Rose
Pet Care Technician
A former special education teacher with ODU degree, Scarlet combines teaching methodology with pet care. She applies structured approaches to pet interactions while maintaining flexibility for individual animal needs, ensuring consistent quality in daily care routines.
Lindsey
Pet Care Associate
With background in fitness and animal shelters, Lindsey brings diverse experience to pet care. She applies organizational skills from foster/rescue work while maintaining personalized attention to each pet's unique requirements through tailored care approaches.
Questions
What services does Sammy's Dog Walking offer?
We provide dog walking, boarding, cat sitting, wedding day pet services, and pet transportation across Charlottesville and Albemarle County.
How are your dog walkers trained?
All our walkers are bonded, insured, and receive ongoing training in pet safety, behavior recognition, and emergency procedures.
Do you offer holiday services?
Yes, we provide holiday walks with $10 surcharge, operating during major holidays including Thanksgiving through New Year's.
What's your cancellation policy?
24-hour notice required for full credit; missed appointments without notice incur full charges, with 50% deposit for boarding reservations.
Can you accommodate special pet needs?
We administer medication, handle special diets, and care for pets with specific requirements, with additional fees for specialized services.
How do you ensure pet safety during walks?
We conduct individual walks without group interactions, implement weather-based route adjustments, and maintain strict supervision protocols at all times.
