Dog walkers in County Down
Mournes, forest parks and Strangford shoreline walks. Start with your own area below — each has its own local walkers, prices and walking routes.
- Areas covered
- 2
- Walks from
- €15
- Boarding from
- €32/night
- Vetting
- Garda checked
Choose your area in County Down
Every area page lists the local walking routes, what neighbours actually book, and the sitters who cover it.
County Down price index 2026
Typical rates paid across County Down. All prices include VAT, and you always see the full amount before you pay.
| Service | Typical price | What's included |
|---|---|---|
| 60-minute solo walk | €15–€19 | One-to-one, GPS route shared |
| Small-group walk | €11–€15 | Up to 4 sociable dogs |
| 30-minute drop-in visit | €10–€14 | Feed, toilet break, play, photos |
| Overnight boarding | €32–€42 | In the host's home, two walks a day |
| Second dog, same household | +€8 | Rather than double the price |
Sitters across County Down
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The walks County Down owners name most
County-wide favourites. Your own area page lists the routes within walking distance of your door.
- Tollymore Forest Park
- Murlough Beach
- Castle Ward
County Down — questions owners ask
What if I have two dogs?
Most Down sitters charge roughly 50% extra for a second dog from the same household rather than double — so about €23 for an hour with two. Confirm it in the chat before you book.
How and when do I pay?
You pay by card in the app when the booking is confirmed. PawPals holds the money in escrow and releases it to the sitter only after the service is completed, so you are never out of pocket if plans change.
How much does a dog walker cost in Down?
Walkers covering Down typically charge €12–€19 for a 60-minute walk. Small-group walks sit at the lower end; solo walks for reactive, elderly or recovering dogs sit at the top. You see the exact price, VAT included, before you pay.
What does overnight boarding cost around Down?
Home boarding near Down averages €32 a night, rising to about €42 for hosts who take one dog at a time or cover bank holidays. That includes feeding, two walks a day and photo updates.
Are PawPals sitters in Down Garda vetted?
Yes. Every sitter completes ID verification and Garda vetting before their profile can go live, and PawPals holds the payment until the service is finished. Reviews can only be written by owners who completed and paid for a real booking.
Guides for owners in this county
Independent, Irish-specific reading with 2026 prices.
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Want to walk dogs in County Down?
Local walkers here charge about €15 an hour
Ten walks a week at the County Down rate is roughly €150 before PawPals' 15% fee. Listing is free — you set your own rates, radius and availability.
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