Columbus, Ohio
Dog Walker & Dog Sitter in Columbus, Ohio
You Better Walk is a one-person dog walking and pet sitting business based in Upper Arlington. The person answering your email is the same person walking your dog. We built it that way on purpose.
Insured • Background checked • NAPPS member
Rather text? (614) 641-0350
Care and prices.
These are our regular prices. Every new client starts with a free meet and greet.
Drop-In Visits
We come to your home for food, water, potty breaks, and play. They're a good fit for evenings and weekends.
- 20 minutes$26
- 30 minutes$32
- 45 minutes$38
- 60 minutes$47
- Add a 20-minute walk$15
Private Dog Walks
One dog, one walk, every time. Your dog gets our full attention, and you get a visit report with a photo when we're done.
- 20 minutes$23
- 30 minutes$30
- 45 minutes$36
- 60 minutes$45
Overnight Stays
We stay in your home from about 7pm to 7am. Dogs get a 20-minute walk each evening and morning.
- One night$75
- Extra dog, per night$25
Looking for a cat sitter? Our pet sitting covers cats too, with feeding, fresh water, litter, playtime, and a photo after every visit. Add-ons and holiday rates are listed with our full services.
Where we work.
Our home base is Upper Arlington, and we care for pets across these parts of the Columbus area.
Upper Arlington, Grandview Heights & Marble Cliff
Our core neighborhoods, with no travel fee.
Clintonville & Worthington
A small travel fee applies, waived for recurring weekly clients.
Somewhere else in Columbus? Ask anyway.
What pet families say.
★★★★★
"My dog, Yoda, loves him! He spends time with him and has developed a good trust with him. I get sent daily updates of how Yoda is doing accompanied with pics of him living his best life."
★★★★★
"My schedule constantly changes so I can't walk them regularly and it's a relief knowing they're getting outside with someone they love."
★★★★★
"Brent watched my super shy and anxious dog and did amazing with her... She had a harder time around men but was cuddled up on Brent within the first day!"
How it starts.
Plan on 3-5 days from first contact to first walk or visit.
Reach out
Text, call, or send the form. You'll hear back within 24 hours or one business day.
Meet at your home
The meet and greet is free, and it's how your pet gets to know us.
Care begins
We set your schedule, and you get a visit report with a photo after every visit.
Common questions.
How much does a dog walker cost in Columbus with You Better Walk?
Private walks start at $23 for 20 minutes and run $30 for 30 minutes, $36 for 45 minutes, and $45 for 60 minutes. Drop-in visits start at $26, and you can add a 20-minute walk to any visit for $15. Overnight stays are $75 per night.
How far ahead should I book?
New clients should plan on 3-5 days from first contact to first walk or visit, because care starts after a free meet and greet at your home. We reply within 24 hours or one business day.
Do you walk more than one dog at a time?
No. Every walk is private. In a multi-dog home, each dog walks individually, and a second dog's back-to-back walk is $5 off.
Do you sit for cats?
Yes. Drop-in visits and overnight stays cover dogs and cats. Cat care includes feeding, fresh water, litter, enrichment, and a visit report with a photo.
Are you insured?
Yes. You Better Walk is insured through Pet Care Insurance. Brent has also passed an enhanced background check, is trained in first aid and CPR, and is a registered member of the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters.
Which parts of Columbus do you serve?
Upper Arlington, Grandview Heights, and Marble Cliff are our core neighborhoods. We also serve Clintonville and Worthington, where a small travel fee applies and is waived for recurring weekly clients. Other areas may be possible on request.
Tell us about your pet.
Your dog, your cat, your schedule, and every very specific quirk. We want to hear all of it.
Get in TouchOr call or text (614) 641-0350