Rodrigo is fantastic. Our dog loves going to playgroup and it's been helpful to have boarding available when we need to travel. Great with communication and scheduling. read more

Looking for a dog walker? LOOK NO FURTHER BECAUSE RODRIGO IS THE GUY FOR YOU AND YOUR FUR BABIES! I can't recommend Rodrigo enough! He's been the most incredible person to work with. My boyfriend and I have very busy schedules that change weekly. And he has been more than accommodating to our changing schedules and we can thank him enough. On top of that, our dog, Zuko, loves him even more and we completely trust him. Rodrigo, thank you for all that you do and for putting our fur babies first! We appreciate you and you're the best out there! read more

Ro deserves 5 stars +++! We are moving out of the city and are heartbroken Ro can't move with us. Ro has been taking Arlo on playgroups since he was 5 months old. He has always had Arlo's best interest in mind and Arlo is always excited to see him. Ro is so reliable and never misses a playgroup without advance notice. He sends awesome videos and really gets to know the pups. I cannot recommend Ro enough and cannot imagine a better service to get your dog outside and socialized during the day. We have also used Ro's boarding service which was stress free because we know Arlo is comfortable and trusts Ro. Thank you, Ro, you're the best!! read more

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I'm moving and I'm truly sad that I won't have Bark To Breakers anymore. They're amazing! I started a new job and did not have the time to give my little pup girl @missgeorgiajean the daily walk and exercise she needed. Using B2B saved me and kept my dog child happily socialized and healthy. The team is a pleasure to work with. Great communicators, sent vids of her playing, monitored her health and would tell me to keep an eye on certain things they caught. They even messaged me to check up on her when she was sick. This team will treat your pup with love and give great attention their safety. I highly recommend them and can say with confidence that you won't regret choosing to use them as your reliable dog walkers. read more

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Rodrigo is a very loving and compassionate dog walker who really cares about my pup! I used to go to the GGP dog park on my own and always noticed how much more involved Ro was compared to other walkers. I appreciate all the great work he's done and would recommend all of his dog walking services! read more

This review is very overdue - but I owe so much to Rodrigo!! Rodrigo came on board when I had just adopted a husky / shepherd mix, Tula. Tula was a lot at first; honestly, I would not have been able to make it through those first few months without Rodrigo's help! She had horrible separation anxiety, she would jump fences, she went into heat days after I adopted her (and therefore we had to wait to spay).. it was a lot. And I was single, working full time! Rodrigo stepped in, taking her out with two playgroups a day, keeping her on leash outside the park while she was in heat.. truly a lifesaver in those early days. Once Tula settled into my home and our new routine, Rodrigo offered consistent, high-quality care for her. He boarded her regularly when I traveled, he took her on daily outings with his pack (which she loved).. He was extraordinarily reliable. And then the pandemic hit - and as soon as he could safely walk Tula again, he picked back up - and she and I were both SO grateful to have him back. A saving grace for some of those pandemic moments where you REALLY appreciate a bit of help getting your dog tired and happy. At a certain point, we moved to a different part of the city - and Rodrigo had already connected us to his partner in crime, Ed - and a complete pass-off made sense given the location/routes. It was smooth and professional - and we missed Rodrigo, but were so happy to be placed in Ed's capable hands. All in all - a long review that details all that Rodrigo did for us. He's a great guy, with a great business, and a real love of dogs. Thank you Rodrigo!! read more

5 stars all around. Rodrigo helped my dog Ty every day from M-F. He not just walks the dog but understands each of their personalities deeply. Rodrigo would send me a lot of Ty's videos and even suggested a training tip for Ty on his dog-on-dog play behaviors! He's amazing definitely recommend. read more

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Rodrigo is incredibly reliable and professional. He consistently picks up my dog on time, and is flexible with my scheduling needs. Rodrigo handles my dog's extremely high energy level with ease, and takes my dog's quirks in stride. I completely trust him whenever he has my dog in his care, and my dog always comes back happy and tired. I always love the videos and pictures he sends me! I have also used his services for boarding, which is a huge benefit of his business. His entire family is wonderful and I always feel comfortable leaving my dog with them when I go out of town. I would recommend his services to everyone! read more

Babu, our lovely 9 year old pit mix, has been a part of Rodrigo's playgroup for 6+ years. Babu has thrived in Rodrigo's care and eagerly awaits his 3x/ week hangouts with his friends. Rodrigo does more than just dog walking- they go to different parts of the city to run around, interact and PLAY HARD. Our dog has a ton of energy- even in his senior years- and his temperament and behavior is a testament to the care and safety Rodrigo brings to the pups. Additionally, Rodrigo offers boarding and we have no reservations leaving Babu with him when we travel. We are saddened to leave playgroup due to a move across the bridge. We will all miss Rodrigo but find solace that another dog will be able to be added to the crew. read more

Rodrigo is fantastic, we are so grateful to have found him! Our pup Oliver sometimes takes a little while to warm up to new people but he took to Rodrigo immediately. Oliver returns from his adventures a happy (and worn out) pup! Rodrigo clearly has deep knowledge about dog behavior/training and is incredibly dependable and professional. But what really sets him apart is his passion and genuine love for dogs. He treats them all like one of his own. We definitely fall in the category of "crazy dog parents" who probably worry too much, but we trust Rodrigo 110% with our sweet boy! I don't often write yelp reviews but felt compelled to spread the word about Rodrigo, can't recommend him highly enough!!! [Side note: Covid has made every facet of life more complicated, but Rodrigo has really gone the extra mile to make his clients feel safe.] read more

Rodrigo is a top notch dog walker. He is completely reliable, respectful of our time and our condo building where there are lots of other, not so well trained dogs, and most of all he genuinely loves our pup. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him. **update** We are moving, and I'm not sure who is more sad about it: our pup, us or Rodrigo. He is really the best and I highly recommend him to anyone. read more

When we first called Rodrigo, we were unsure the kind of care our new puppy would need. He was was only 7 months old and his full self was still unfolding. Bulldogs don't typically "walk" like other dogs so we weren't sure who to call for services. When we heard of Rodrigo's play group, it seemed right, but would he get along with the other "regular" dogs? Was he too small to hold his own? Was 75 degrees too hot for him? But Rodrigo and Ed's energy, experience, and professionalism put us at ease and our dog quickly became the spirited wonder creature we all know and love. read more

We love Rodrigo. We honestly considered staying in San Francisco just to keep him, which is a huge testament to how incredible he is and how much we love and trust him. Rodrigo was recommended to us by another experienced dog-walker, and we're so glad that we chose him. He has become an absolutely indispensable part of our lives. Our dog's behavior has improved ten-fold since he met Rodrigo -- and beyond that, he loves him. Our pup waits for Ro patiently, and gets excited when he comes through the door. On days when he doesn't come, our dog still waits and looks outside for him. We've had a couple different dog walkers over the last 4 years, and interviewed many more. Rodrigo is undoubtedly the most trustworthy, professional and consistent dog walker we've ever met. If we come back to the city, calling him will be the first thing we do. read more

Great service will use for my overnight stays!!!! The gentleman who runs this company is a 5 star Ritz Carlton service not not 4 seasons low quality read more

Duke loved his walks with Rodrigo and the play group. Every morning he would wait by the top of the stairs for Rodrigo to open the door and race down to greet him! We have used Rodrigo's service for both walking and boarding and can't recommend him enough. If you need someone who is trustworthy, reliable and will take great care of your dog - look no further. Amazing service - thanks again, Rodrigo! read more

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Our dog walker stopped covering our area and referred us over to Rodrigo. Although Kaia (4 yo vizsla) can be weary of strangers, she was immediately comfortable and happy with Rodrigo. He's a super nice guy to work with, and the pics he sends of the dogs playing are great. Really appreciate the care he gives to her! read more

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My dog is my life! I adore him and his cuteness. So trusting anyone with him is a huge deal. With that said though, Bark to Breakers made it easy! They love our loves well. They are organized, thorough, and great communicators. I've worked with them for years, so I know their diligence isn't just a temporary experience; rather, it's been consistent and long-lasting. I am very thankful they exist so that I may continue my everyday life while knowing my pet is cared for and loved. Thank you, thank you, Bay to Breakers! read more

I cannot say enough good things about Rodrigo and Bark to Breakers! My dog, Willis, has been joining playgroups for the past year and he loves it! Willis came to us with separation anxiety and due to this I was initially not able to leave him at home while at work. I contacted Rodrigo as I wanted to start transitioning him to staying home during the workday. Immediately I felt at ease with Rodrigo - he understood the concern we had and was very communicative and checked in with me during the first few weeks to make sure that things were going well on our end before and after pickup. It only took a few weeks for Willis to adjust to us leaving him in the morning knowing that a fun play day was ahead of him with Bark to Breakers. He comes home happy and well exercised; you can't ask for more than that. Occasionally we have crossed-paths with the afternoon playgroup when taking Willis for a walk and he could not be more excited to see Rodrigo; we have to convince him to keep walking with us ;) I highly recommend Bark to Breakers. read more

Rodrigo is a fantastic dog walker and I can't recommend him enough. First, he is great with dogs. Our dog absolutely loves him and always comes home happy and tired. Second, Rodrigo is extremely nice and easy to work with. He's accommodating and easy to reach, and we trust him entirely with our dog, whether walking or boarding. We have worked with him since our dog was a puppy and it has been a great experience! read more

I can't speak highly enough of our experience with Rodrigo! Our dog, Curry, was still a puppy when he started with his playgroups and has developed into a very cool and well-socialized dog. Rodrigo is very attentive to dog behavior and any signs of illness and is and EXCELLENT communicator. I love that he would send us videos and photos of Curry and now he has an instagram account I can check for photos and videos of the dogs out having fun. A exercised dog is easier to train and manage and they sure do get tons of exercise and fun with Rodrigo. Curry never looks happier than when he returns home from his playdate and promptly goes to his favorite corner to lie down for a nap. We love Rodrigo and would recommend him to anyone who is lucky enough to find him. read more

Rodrigo is amazing! He has been our trusted, reliable and lovable dog walker for several years. Our dog, Willow, boards with his family every time we go away, and he's always willing to take her on a whim for a last minute trip. Overly helpful and accomodating! He's super kind and gentle with dogs, and just a generally good human. My kids also love when they get to see him at pickup or dropoff. read more

Ro is the greatest dog walker in SF! He's 100% reliable, kind and very accommodating to an ever changing schedule (mine). My dog, Mabel, walked with Ro for almost a year but we just moved out of SF and unfortunately couldn't take Ro with us. I almost considered not moving so that Mabel could still walk with him! Though usually skeptical of men, Mabel quickly became Ro's biggest fan. She clearly looked forward to their walks and always came home exhausted from her time with the other dogs. I would recommend Ro time and time again! Mabel and I will miss him! read more

We were referred to Ro after another dog walking company was unable to manage our teenager puppy. Thankfully, Ro just happened to have an opening and could fit us in. Ro has a way with dogs that is happy and caring. Our dog respected him and was always so happy to see him. Our dogs LOVES other dogs and loved walking with her friends every day. Ro was accommodating of my work schedule of some Fridays off, and texted beforehand to find out if our dog needed a walk that week. We moved out of the city, otherwise we would have continued walking with Ro. Highly recommended! read more

Rodrigo takes care of our 15 year old, fragile dog at his place when we're away. He's great with her, patient, kind. I can always tell when our dog has a positive or negative experience while we're away and when she stays with Rodrigo it is always positive as she gets excited to see rodrigo and is never nervous when I leave her. Even after a week, she seems just as comfortable with Rodrigo as she does in our own house. Thanks Rodrigo for being a trusted friend to my little dog Ani. read more

Rodrigo consistently surpassed my expectations with walking my dog. Evey can be a willful, challenging pit mix, but she always seemed to be having the time of her life with Rodrigo and his dog pack. I regularly received pictures of Evey playing with other dogs and she was always having a blast. Every once in a while Rodrigo would switch it up and take them to a different park, which I always appreciated. Rodrigo knew what he was doing. He was very flexible with changes in schedule. He was very careful with selecting dogs of the same size to walk together. Whenever I saw him with his dogs, he was calm, patient and consistent with the pups. Overall great experience. Would highly recommend. read more

There is not enough good things I can say about Rodrigo, he is someone we trust with our dog more than family members. When we were looking for a place to board our dog, I was never going to leave him in a kennel, I did not want him boarded up in a cage for most part of his stay. Rodrigo looks after his dogs( I call them his dogs because he loves them like his own) you cannot fake the kind of compassion and love for dogs that he has. We have not used him in awhile because we never leave far from home, but when we did leave Checkers with Rodrigo I never had to worry about him, I could relax on our vacation or wherever we were, Checkers adores him, soon as we would drop him off, he would get out of the car and tug to Rodrigos apartment like he was home. Now I work at a animal hospital, and I highly recommended him to our clients that are in need of a caretaker. I am so passionate when recommending him I sometimes think they think I get comission for referring him, but I just am confident in knowing that when I refer him, there is noone else better than him, hands down! We bump into him sometimes and he always has 3 or 4 dogs with him and if someone did did not know him they would think they are his dogs, and they are panting and smiling from probably hours at the beach or park. He will even send you photos of your loved one, we received one of Checkers cuddled up on a sofa with a new girlfriend! First for him, I always thought he was afraid of the girls, I guess that is just him playing hard to get!! Be warned when you pick up your pooch, he may seem to not to want to part ways with Rodrigo. I would give him more stars if available! read more

This is a long time coming mainly due to me being lazy about reviews. Rodrigo walked both my dogs Dexter and Holly for about 2 years. He was just great and they loved him. Dexter is a little difficult but he know Rodrigo was the pack leader and was perfectly happy to go out with him. Rodrigo took time to get to know and understand him. Holly just adored him. She was a little older and slower but Rodrigo was always gentle and patient with her. I moved to the East Bay and could no longer send them on walks with him. We all missed him and I would highly recommend Rodrigo and totally trusted him with my dogs. read more

Rodrigo answered our prayers during our year living in SF. He was kind, flexible and knowledgeable and would bend over backward to try and work with our crazy schedule. His rates were totally reasonable and he was always dependable. More importantly, though, he was GREAT with our 2 dogs. One is a nonstop barker and the other has people "issues" and has to wear a muzzle. He was patient and tolerant of the barky one and, after only a few weeks, the muzzle dog trusted him enough for him to take on/off the muzzle. If the dogs got messy, he would clean them up before dropping them off. They were always happy to see him and were perfectly, happily tired out after each session. Since we've moved out of SF, we've tried other dog walkers and have the muddy couch paw-prints and post-walk puking to prove it. Rodrigo not only exercises the dogs, he keeps them from eating nasty things. Truly good peace of mind. Try him. you will not regret it. read more

Ro is an absolutely amazing dog walker. We're about to move out of San Francisco and are so sad to be leaving his pack behind. He's flexible when we need some help giving our pup extra food or water or meds after the walk or when we need to add or skip a day. I trust him fully with our puppy (she's been with him since she was about 7 months old), and am so sad to leave his service behind. For what it's worth, we originally met a a dog park where I watched him and his pack interact with others there and I was so impressed that I ended up reaching out and hiring him full time. Cannot recommend his service highly enough. read more

Rodrigo is simply fabulous! For the past year and a half, he has taken Sancho, my beloved canine, out for daily playgroups at local beaches and parks. He also boards my dog every time I'm out of town, and provides excellent training advice for me when I ask for it (which is often - my boy is stubborn). Rodrigo has a positive demeanor and he is knowledgeable, honest and reliable. I recently took Sancho for a hike in the Presidio, and we ran into another dog walker who works in the city. The dog walker recognized my dog as being a member of Rodrigo's playgroup, and she commented on how lucky I was to have Rodrigo caring for my pooch. She confirmed that he was a really nice guy with great leadership skills, and said that it was evident that he enjoys his job. One more thing...Rodrigo is kind enough to burn photo CD's for me so that I can view all of Sancho's playtime adventures. These pics serve as a reminder that while I am at work, my pup gets to frolic on the beach and in the forest. I think I need a playgroup of my own. read more

My dog Frida is a bit spicy and sassy. She is very sweet but has her moments when she does not want to be bothered by other dogs. She has been uninvited to 2 other walking play groups. I gave up on hiring a dog walker... Then, I met Rodrigo in my store.. We gave it a try and Frida LOVES walking with Rodrigo and his group. We have not had any issues and Frida comes back happy and exhausted! We finally met someone who can manage her personality. Also, he has been very flexible with my schedule and has accommodated her last minute. Thank you Rodrigo! read more

We've been clients of Rodrigo for about four years. During that time he has cared for our Bichon Cody in his home for periods ranging from one day to 10 days. I have recommended Rodrigo to my friends and family they too have also been blown away by the level of care and professionalism. My sister's dog didn't want to come home. A perfect example of how sensitive Rodrigo is to dogs is when he noticed that Cody was shaking his head - an allergic reaction to the food we provided . Rodrigo phoned us, personally took him to a specialized vet and started treatment while we were away. He gave Cody TLC and kept us informed of his improving until we returned. His rates are worth every penny because our dog is kept healthy and happy in a family environment. Cody is always enthusiastic to see Rodrigo - the happy squeal and wagging tail says it all. Only once did we take Cody to a kennel - and were sorry - he became physically sick for two weeks after as a result of the emotional stress. read more

My dog started walking with Rodrigo's pack since she was four months old. She looks forward to her outings with Rodrigo every day and returns home super happy and tired! All signs of a great walk and relationship with Ro and the other dogs in his pack. It's clear that Ro loves his job and his clients (the furry kind). I cannot recommend him enough!! read more

What can I say, Rodrigo is AMAZING! I hate leaving my pup alone while I'm at work, but it is such a comfort knowing that Rodrigo will be there to take him on a nice long outing. He is always on time, and has my little guy for at least 2 hours, sometimes more! The tail wags are ferocious when Rodrigo comes up, so I know Diego is always very happy to see him. He comes home tired and happy. What more could I ask for? We are so lucky to have found Rodrigo, and can't recommend him enough! read more

My 5-year-old yellow lab, Tahoe, thinks Rodrigo is the best thing that has ever happened to him---after his mama of course:) (I think Rodrigo is a god send.) I found Rodrigo soon after moving to San Francisco 2 years ago and I couldn't be happier with his services. He is the most reliable, punctual, flexible, dog walker/sitter I have ever known. Rodrigo's love and care for dogs is sincere and genuine. Tahoe is a part of Rodrigo's morning play group three days a week, and I hate to admit how much I travel but he is also a part of Rodrigo's family on the weekends at least two weekends a month. Not once have I ever run into a time when Rodrigo wasn't avaliable to take care of Tahoe, last minute or with several month's notice. Tahoe tells me he would like to say a few words: "Rodrigo is so cool. When I hear him coming up the stairs to pick me up I jump out of my skin cause he takes me to the Presidio and Fort Funston while I get to ride with my buddies in his cool car. You can see me in some of his pictures on this site with my pine cone, he's really good at keeping me entertained and in shape by playing fetch. When my mom goes out of town I get to stay at his apartment sometimes with my other doggie friends. Rodrigo even lets me sleep in his bed with him which is sooooo great-- cause I'm a snuggler! I follow him around the house cause I want him to know how much I dig him...ya know? I'm a lab, its in my blood. I love ya man, you're the best! Peace out." read more

Rodrigo is an incredible, grade-A dog walker! Not only is he reliable and accommodating, he is incredibly intuitive about my dogs health and tendencies. He is always quick to respond to my questions via text or calls and will share tips and tricks about training my young dog. Tahoe (my goldendoodle) is in such good hands with Rodrigo and always his bast after spending time with Rodrigo and the pack. Tahoe and I have loved working with Rodrigo. read more

Rodrigo has been walking my dog, Rio, for over two years now. I wrote a review of him back when I'd been working with him for a few months, and I see that the review has been filtered. SUCH A DRAG, YELP. Dog owners in need of walking and dog-sitting services need to know how fantastic Rodrigo is! I do not trust anybody but Rodrigo with Rio, who, while sweet as pie, can be a challenging hand-full of an animal. In addition to his super competence working with and training Rio, Rodrigo is unfailingly professional and reliable. I get a text from him whenever there is any change in his pick-up schedule. He is also very attentive to little changes he notices in Rio and texts or emails me immediately to fill me in on anything he observes. Finally, I know he truly thinks of and treats Rio like his own dog. What more could a dog owner want than someone who will be as careful and loving toward her dog as she is? Rio will be going for walks with Rodrigo until the day he needs to be carried. Thank you, Ro! read more

Rodrigo will go above and beyond for your dog. He has cared for my two boxers for several years - boarding as well as some daytime walks. He is kind, reliable, flexible and will do whatever he can to take good care of your dogs, or "doggies" as he calls them. (He once took my dog to the ER in the middle of the night when she was sick.) If you want someone to love and care for your dogs as much as you do, Rodrigo is the one! read more

I can't say enough good things about Ro. He is very sweet and kind with our 10 year old Boston Terrier. She is in great hands and has the best time romping around with him and his crew. I would without hesitations recommend him as your dog walker and trust him with your special furry friend. read more

I come home every day after a long day of work to a happy dog -- Rodrigo makes sure my dog Zorro is well exercised and gets to play with the other dogs in his afternoon playgroup. He picks him up every day when I'm at work, and returns him to the house and even feeds him, plus giving me periodic reports of Zorro's behavior. On occasion I have even left Zorro with Rodrigo for overnight boarding -- you can't find a better more caring person to look after your loved ones than Rodrigo! Please trust him to your dog's needs -- I did, and will continue to use his services whenever needed. read more