If you think being a stay-at-home dog is all fun and games, think again!  Waiting for the mailman, sitting on the couch, and trying not to chew up sneakers can be rough on a pooch day in and day out.  

It can lead to bad things.   Like actually chewing those sneakers.  Or eating the mail.  Or the couch!  That’s where we come in... 

As Philly’s leading experts in professional dog care, we are trusted by hundreds of pet parents in Center City.  Our award-winning walkers are ready to make your life easier.  We believe in pet care for pet parents, by pet parents, so you can rest assured knowing that ALL of the Minders are pet parent’s themselves.   It’s a job requirement here at The Monster Minders.  It’s an experience thing!

We can visit Monday through Friday, specific days depending on your schedule (i.e. just Monday, Wednesday and Friday), or varied days if your schedule is unpredictable.  A visit includes feeding, fresh water, walk/playtime, training reinforcement and a daily note to let you know what we did, who we met, where we went, and what we saw.  

Oh, and don’t worry, we’re around 7 days a week should you need to work late, go out for dinner, or take an extended out-of-town trip over the weekend.   We can even spend the night at your place!   Learn more in the FAQ about our weekend, morning/evening, and out-of-town care.

We’re your best-friend back up when you can’t be there, 365 days per year.  Check out our Service Area map to see if we’re walking in your ‘hood!

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3. This is our most popular service with our daily walking clients, and a perfect amount of time for a potty break and a great workout.  This is our recommended visit for monsters who need a big adventure mid-day!  A Monster Madness visit gets your monster a half hour adventure one of our trained professionals.  You'll be surprised at how much madness we can cram into a half hour!  (Available Monday-Friday on a set schedule.  Each additional pooch:  +$3.  Weekend Rate: +$3) 
   

4. 1-2 Walks per week on a set schedule:  $18 per walk ($2 savings per walk!)
   

5. 3-4 Walks per week on a set schedule $17 per walk ($3 savings per walk!)
   

6. Five-Day-a-Week Special:  - $16 per walk ($4 dollar savings per walk.  That’s like one free walk a week!  This is one of the best deals for dog walking in Center City.)
   

7. Play Date Discount:  Do you have a neighbor in your building who has a monster who’s best buds with your monster?  Team up for a Play Date Discount.  The ball is in your court.  We will only walk your dog with your chosen play date partner.  So talk to your neighbors & friends and set up a date.  (Both households must book the same days of the week to receive the discount.  No more than 2 households will be walked together.  If not in the same building, you must live within 4 blocks of one another.)  Call us for special pricing details. 
   

Call or Request Your Minder Meeting to set up your Minder Meeting today. Your monster can be walked tomorrow.

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4. With the Major Mayhem visit, we spend a full hour with your monster.  If we can pack madness into a half hour, imagine what we can do with a full hour!  It's just mayhem.  This is great for monsters who need a bit more TLC or exercise.  It's perfect for monsters who have special needs to be attended to, or separation anxiety.  Perhaps you want your pooch to get an extra long urban trek to Penn’s Landing, or an exhausting play at a local dog park?  With this visit, your pooch will receive a ton of attention and affection from one of our trained professionals (and will probably need a long nap when we're finished!) (Each additional pooch -$5)
   

1. 1-2 Walks per week on a set schedule - $32
   

2. 3-4 Walks per week on a set schedule - $30
   

3. Five-Day-a-Week Special - $28 per walk
   

4. Play Date Discount:  Do you have a neighbor in your building who has a monster who’s best buds with your monster?  Team up for a Play Date Discount.  The ball is in your court.  We will never walk your dog with a dog you don’t know!  So talk to your neighbors & friends and set up a date.  (Both households must book the same days of the week to receive the discount.  No more than 2 households will be walked together.  If not in the same building, you must live within 4 blocks of one another.)  Call us for special pricing details.
   

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3. This service is geared for more low-key monsters who need a mid-day potty break and fresh air sniff-a-thon.  The twenty minute option is great for senior pet-izens and lazy monsters (and their parents!)   Each additional pooch - $2
   

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5. 1-2 Walks per week on a set schedule:  $14.50 per walk
   

6. 3-4 Walks per week on a set schedule: $14
   

7. Five-Day-a-Week Special - $13.50 per walk
   

1. (Important Note:  20 minute visits are only available during the week, Monday-Friday.  Weekend visits (if needed) are always 30 minutes or longer.  Also, this services is not recommended for clients living in high-rise condo buildings.  Unfortunately time spent in the elevator, stairs, signing-in and out keys at the lobby, etc, really eats into the minutes spent outside.  It really depends on building layout and front desk policy.  Call us to chat!  We can help you decide between the 20 and 30 minute options.)
   

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3. Who has a puppy?  Do you have a puppy?  Does your puppy need to go potty... lots?  This is our tailor-made puppy service.  It’s perfect for the young monsters who need a bit more TLC and potty training.  We’re champs when it comes to potty training and we’d like to help you on your way to a potty trained, mini monster.   Feel free to tack on a third 20 minute visit if you work long hours.  Or a fourth - we’re flexible to meet your needs.  (Available Monday-Friday.)  (And for the record, your pooch doesn’t have to be a puppy for this service.  They’re all young at heart, right?)
   

1. 1-4 days per week -  Two, 20 minute visits to reinforce potty training: $27 per day ($13.50 per visit)
   

2. Five-Day-a-Week Special - Two, 20 minute visits to reinforce potty training: $26 per day ($13 per visit)
   

Call or Request Your Minder Meeting to set up your Minder Meeting today. Your monster can be walked tomorrow.

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3. Do you have a varied schedule that changes from week to week?  This service is perfect for doctors, nurses, professors, students, and other clients who may not be able to provide us with a set schedule.  No worries!  We know how crazy life can be.  Just let us know at the beginning of the week (or month) what days walks will be needed, & your schedule will be specially tailored to meet your varied monster minding needs.  Your pooch is set for a fun-filled adventure!  (Available Monday-Friday on a varied schedule.  One day per week minimum.  Each additional pooch - $3)
   

1. At least one walk per week, on a varied schedule:  $20 per walk
   

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3. Who wants to go to a kennel?  This is our tailor made pet sitting option for dogs who need a little extra attention (or who just prefer to have a snuggle buddy all night!)  Your Minder will spend the night in your home, with all of it’s familiar scents, sounds, beds and sofas - to give your dog a stellar evening (and morning) while you’re away.  We also keep your home looked “lived in” for added security when you’re out of town.  $75 per 12 hours.  (Snoring is optional.)
   

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5. Note:  This service is only available to our weekly clients.  Otherwise, we run into scheduling traffic jams on the weekends and holiday periods.  (We can only accommodate one overnight per Minder, per night.  These book like hotcakes during our busy periods. 
   

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2. Other Good Stuff:
   

1. Dog Park Rule:  We only take dogs to off-leash dog parks with your written permission and specific instruction to do so.  While at the parks, we keep your pooches engaged at all times. 
   

1. Weekend Visits: We’re around 365 days a year for our dog walking clients.  Weekend services are reserved for pet parents who are in our weekly, ongoing schedule.  (Weekend Visit Surcharge:  $3)
   

1. Payment and Booking:   Wondering how payment works or how to book services? Check out our Dog Walking FAQ for answers.
   

1. Policy, key policy, or cancellation period, booking requirements, check out our Policies
   

Photo taken by Courtney Apple - our monsters, Max and Lola

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“I truly couldn't be any happier!! It takes so much stress off my shoulders knowing Wilson is cared for during the day! He's always so happy when I get home from work because he loves his daily walks. I appreciate you guys so much! It's great being able to go online during the day to see all is well & my little monster hasn't caused any trouble! Thank you sooo much for everything!! I don't know how I would get through the work week without you guys.”

    Morgan, Queen Village

   

“Bodie LOVES his Minder Erin like family, and so do we.  I have complete confidence in the Monster Minders to handle our very energetic and rambunctious guy, and am so glad we use them.  It puts my mind at ease when I'm work, as well as when we travel and Bodie gets to have special "Midnight Malarky" time with Erin.  Couldn't be more satisfied!”

    Margot, Washington West

   

“The Monster Minders are dependable, caring, reasonably priced, and available when called - my dog Jasper's walker is absolutely fabulous and Jasper jumps for joy when I mention her name. Magnificent, mighty, masterful, Monster Minders!!"

    Sarah, Queen Village

“Just know that all of us who love our pets as family are deeply appreciative of the wonderful almost magical effect you have on making our lives better! I mean that from my heart.”

    Arthur, Midtown Village