Dog Walking Services in San Jose, California

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Dog Walking in San Jose

6
Active sitters
$30
Typical price
per walk
4
Active this week
4
Available this week

Sittsy data in San Jose · June 2026

How quickly San Jose responds

Response and offer times across the Sittsy network.

How fast sitters reply

Median ~5 min · 81% reply within 1 hour

Under 5 min
46%
5–15 min
19%
15–60 min
16%
1–4 hours
9%
4–24 hours
7%
More than 24 hours
4%

When you post a request

~40 min
To the first offer
half of all requests
2.1
Offers per request
on average
52%
Get an offer
from a sitter

Price in San Jose

Indicative price

Final price the owner pays (includes Sittsy Protection)

$30/walk
typical price
from $15to $35
No surprises: the price you see is the price you pay. It includes the service fee and the Sittsy guarantee (24/7 cover and support; not an insurance policy).

Estimate your booking price

Estimate for a typical booking — final price for the owner

walks5 walks
120
≈ $150
$30/walk (typical price) × 5 walks
Depending on the sitter, between $75 and $175

The price depends on the sitter, your pet’s size and the dates. Based on the typical price in San Jose; each sitter sets their own rate. Includes the service fee and the Sittsy guarantee.

Who they accept

% of sitters for this service in San Jose

Cats
16%
Small dogs
50%
Medium dogs
50%
Large dogs
33%
Other pets
33%

Why Sittsy gives you peace of mind

Does your pet get nervous when you're away? For nervous dogs, every walk goes at their own pace and you can follow it live by GPS.

Live GPS during the walk

You follow your dog's route on the map in real time and see the distance and duration when it ends.

Care schedule and max time alone

You set your pet's routine and how long it can stay alone; the sitter sees it and Sittsy helps make sure it's respected. Designed for pets with separation anxiety.

You see the sitter's other pets

On their profile and calendar you see which other pets they have or host on those days. When you book we tell you if your pet will overlap with others, so you can confirm they're a good fit.

San Jose for dogs, in numbers

The city's green spaces and sitter network, in figures.

23
Dog areas
spaces for dogs (OSM)
6
Active sitters
6
Dog-Friendly Index
out of 100

San Jose's dog map: parks, vets and sitters nearby

23 dog areas and San Jose's veterinary clinics, on the map (OpenStreetMap data). 46% of Sittsy sitters live within 2 km of a dog area. Tap any point for details.

Dog area (with number of sitters within <2 km)Veterinary clinic

Parks: OpenStreetMap. Nearby sitters: Sittsy data. Clinic locations approximate; confirm address and hours on their website.

Weather and caring for your dog in San Jose

The next two weeks in San Jose are looking hot: 7 of 14 days top 86 °F. Plan walks for first and last thing. It's exactly what a good walker takes into account on every outing. 14-day forecast (Open-Meteo); updated daily.

Toughest day: Wed 23 Sep, 95 °F. Walk only first thing and at dusk; completely avoid the middle of the day (12–7 pm). Check the asphalt with the back of your hand: if you can't hold it for 5 seconds, it burns their pads. Always fresh water, and watch brachycephalic breeds, puppies and older dogs.

Fri 18
75°
57°
Ideal
Sat 19
79°
54°
Ideal
Sun 20
81°
54°
Ideal
Mon 21
84°
57°
Heat
Tue 22
90°
59°
Heat
Wed 23
95°
66°
Very hot
Thu 24
91°
68°
Heat
Fri 25
88°
64°
Heat
Sat 26
90°
64°
Heat
Sun 27
91°
66°
Heat
Mon 28
88°
64°
Heat
Tue 29
81°
61°
Ideal
Wed 30
72°
59°
Ideal
Thu 1
77°
55°
Ideal

Very hot

Walk only first thing and at dusk; completely avoid the middle of the day (12–7 pm). Check the asphalt with the back of your hand: if you can't hold it for 5 seconds, it burns their pads. Always fresh water, and watch brachycephalic breeds, puppies and older dogs.

Heat

Move walks to early morning and the evening, look for shade and bring water. Avoid intense exercise in the sun.

Ideal

A perfect day for dogs: make the most of it with a long walk, play at the park or some socializing.

Air quality and walks in San Jose

Air quality in San Jose for the next few days. European air quality index (Open-Meteo); updated daily.

Fri 18
55
Moderate
O₃ 115
Sat 19
40
Fair
O₃ 100
Sun 20
34
Fair
O₃ 88
Mon 21
37
Fair
O₃ 94
Tue 22
39
Fair
O₃ 98
Wed 23
42
Moderate
O₃ 29

What to do these days

Moderate quality: most dogs can walk as usual; brachycephalic, older or breathing-impaired dogs are better off without intense exercise at midday.

Pet care in United States, city by city

Sittsy network data combined with public sources (OpenStreetMap, Open-Meteo). Updated 2026-06-29.

The most dog-friendly city

New York tops the Sittsy Dog-Friendly Index with 80/100.

The most affordable boarding

Waco has the lowest boarding price, from about $20/night.

The most reviewed by volume

San Antonio has the most verified Sittsy reviews in the country.

United States Dog-Friendly Index

Sittsy Dog-Friendly Index (0–100): combines sitter supply, verified review volume, average rating and the variety of pets accepted across the Sittsy network in each city in the country.

  • 1New York
    80
  • 2San Antonio
    66
  • 3Houston
    59
  • 4Los Angeles
    58
  • 5Las Vegas
    57
  • 6Tacoma
    55
  • 7Waco
    55
  • 8Indianapolis
    54
  • 9Denver
    52
  • 10Austin
    52
  • 267San Jose· this city
    6
CityIndexBoarding $/nightAccept catsDog areas
New York80$3514%
San Antonio66$250%
Houston59$4540%
Los Angeles58$8014%
Las Vegas57$3025%
Tacoma55$2566%
Waco55$2066%
Indianapolis5420%
Denver52$3025%
Austin52$4020%
San Jose· this city6

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Frequently asked questions about Dog Walking

How long are the walks?

Standard walks are typically 30 minutes, with 60-minute walks available for high-energy dogs. Some walkers also offer quick 15-20 minute potty breaks.

Does my dog walk alone or with other dogs?

You can choose! Solo walks provide one-on-one attention, while group walks (usually 2-4 dogs) offer socialization opportunities. Group walks are often more affordable.

How do walkers access my home?

You can provide a spare key, use a lockbox, or give the walker a door code. Many pet parents meet the walker for the first visit, then provide key access for future walks.

What happens in bad weather?

Most walkers will still walk in light rain or cold weather with proper gear. In severe weather (storms, extreme heat), walkers will contact you to reschedule or shorten the walk.
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