Dog walkers in County Galway
Salthill's prom is Ireland's most-walked seafront, and Connemara offers boarding with genuine space to run. Start with your own area below — each has its own local walkers, prices and walking routes.
- Areas covered
- 6
- Walks from
- €16
- Boarding from
- €35/night
- Vetting
- Garda checked
Choose your area in County Galway
Every area page lists the local walking routes, what neighbours actually book, and the sitters who cover it.
County Galway price index 2026
Typical rates paid across County Galway. All prices include VAT, and you always see the full amount before you pay.
| Service | Typical price | What's included |
|---|---|---|
| 60-minute solo walk | €16–€20 | One-to-one, GPS route shared |
| Small-group walk | €12–€16 | Up to 4 sociable dogs |
| 30-minute drop-in visit | €11–€15 | Feed, toilet break, play, photos |
| Overnight boarding | €35–€45 | In the host's home, two walks a day |
| Second dog, same household | +€8 | Rather than double the price |
Sitters across County Galway
ID-verified and Garda-vetted, with reviews written only by owners who completed a paid booking.
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The walks County Galway owners name most
County-wide favourites. Your own area page lists the routes within walking distance of your door.
- Salthill Promenade
- Barna Woods
- Silver Strand
- Connemara National Park
Book a single service in County Galway
County Galway — questions owners ask
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 Galway?
Walkers covering Galway typically charge €13–€20 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 Galway?
Home boarding near Galway averages €35 a night, rising to about €45 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 Galway 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.
How quickly can I get a sitter in Galway?
Most Galway owners have a confirmed booking within a few hours. Message two or three sitters, compare replies, then confirm and pay in the app.
Guides for owners in this county
Independent, Irish-specific reading with 2026 prices.
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Want to walk dogs in County Galway?
Local walkers here charge about €16 an hour
Ten walks a week at the County Galway rate is roughly €160 before PawPals' 15% fee. Listing is free — you set your own rates, radius and availability.
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