If you're like most people, your daily schedule is crazy. You can't always be there for your furry friend, and they probably get lonely throughout the day. A dog walker is the perfect option.

There are probably at least several dog walkers in your area; you just need to know where to look, and what to look for in a good dog walker.

Read below for a few pointers to help you find the perfect dog walker:

1. Get on Google. Google has been getting better and better at showing local businesses in search results. Just type in "dog walker", and maybe include your city's name. You should see at least a handful of results. If you don't, try searching for "pet sitter" or "pet service".

2. Check out care.com and craigslist.org. Care.com will likely have pet sitters and dog walkers in your area. For Craigslist, go to craigslist.org, and click "Pet Services" under "Services". Here, you'll find pet care providers in your area.

3. Now that you've got a few possibilities, check out each business. Is it run by an individual, or is it larger scale? This is important, because you may want a consistent person coming to see your dog each time, which will be the case with an individual, but not necessarily with a larger pet care company.

4. Ask the right kinds of questions. Don't be shy! This is your dog, and your money. You can ask things like:

-How long have you walked dogs?

-Do you have a couple of references I could check with?

-Are you able to easily readjust your services due to a quick change in my schedule?

-Are you capable of giving medicine to pets?

-What are some really good reasons that I should choose you instead of another local dog walker?

5. Do your due diligence up front. You'll be grateful that you did. Make sure you take time to find the right pet care provider, and make sure that you like him or her. Their personality makes a big difference in caring for your dog.

These tips should set you well on your way of finding the absolute best dog walker to watch your pet while you're away.

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