Cannot say enough good things about David and his team. I adopted my dog on a Sunday, messaged him on Monday morning and he was there that afternoon for the assessment. My dog went on her first walk with them that Wednesday. As a first time dog owner, I was incredibly unsure about the entire process but David made everything so easy and was incredibly reassuring. I've since left the LA area but would still recommend Walk Fido to any of my dog owner friends there. read more

I highly recommend David and Walk Fido. Scheduling was prompt and easy and he came to our home for the training session. After getting to know our two rescue puppies and us, we all went for a long walk. Before, during and after, he gave us lots of useful instruction and advice, and answered our (my) endless questions. Since then, David has followed up to check in and check on our progress. On separate occasions, I've reached out to him with a specific concern. He is prompt to reply and does so with thoughtful and helpful expertise. His communication has never been rushed. What I like most is David's interaction with us and our puppies. It has never felt transactional. He cares and it shows, as evidenced by his follow up and availability long after the training session ended. If we lived closer to downtown Los Angeles, no doubt we would be regular customers of his dog walking service. Thank you, David and Walk Fido. Clyde and Blue thank you, too! read more

David is truly gifted at what he does and does a great job not only teaching you how to support your dog in their training and development, but also building confidence in your ability to lead. I learned so much about myself and my approach to discipline and it was quite eye opening to see how my personal behaviors impact my puppy's development. We went on a walk and got great tips on how to correct my reactive puppy's energy. By the end of the walk my puppy was almost a changed dog. She went from barking at every dog in sight to staying calm with minimal barking. We've noticed that after this walk, her attitude is more inquisitive and receptive. We've made strides of progress in just 2 days and I can't wait to see my puppy's improvement months from now. Whether you're a new dog owner or had dogs in the past (like me), I highly recommend the behavior consultation to help kickstart your dog's positive development. Even though I've had dogs before (my oldest is 16 years old!) there was so much for me to learn. read more

I was told by my friends assistant that this co is awesome. They couldn't be more on the money. First off, David came by to meet my new English bulldog (lulu) and immediately gave me awesome advise about some questions I was having From there, my experience with this company has been amazing. David and his team get my highest marks!!! I feel like my dog is happy and the potty training is finally kicking in. Also, my biggest pet peeve about a co is when they don't communicate right away with you. I'm always reading a response within minutes of my initial email!! Thank you from Lulu and David !! read more

I've used Walk Fido for dog walking and more recently for training via FaceTime during the pandemic. David has helped so much by talking through retraining my 10 year old dog to be a good boy while I am constantly at home. It's improved my sanity! Trusted and reliable, totally recommend these folks. read more

I can't say enough GREAT things about Walk Fido, literally they have changed our lives. Our Dog (Ella) is a large breed work dog, and since we live in a loft Downtown, she was constantly 'getting into trouble' and misbehaving - from an apparent lack of exercise. My Wife and I had seen the Walk Fido staff walking around our neighborhood with groups of dogs, and was eventually 'referred in' by one of my neighbors and had to check it out. The owner came over for a Pre-Screening Interview and was very complete and extremely detailed. He even asked us to show him our daily routine and helped map out a plan of attack to get Ella on the right track. Then came the magic... David and Team are literally the "Dog Whisperers". His staff knows these animals like no others that we have ever seen or met before. Their methods and walking/training system instantly changed our Dog Ella into the pet of our dreams. We cannot thank you all enough! read more

David and his team are trustworthy and dependable. I can't say enough about his service, support and skills. Its a bonus to us that he lives in the same building - he even comes to my rescue once in a while. A great friend, neighbor and we love his wife as well. read more

Walk Fido is by far the best dog walking service in DTLA, if not in the entire Los Angeles area. My dog is a special needs dog - Walk Fido was able to cater to every need and managed to work around my crazy schedule. Prices are great, schedule is flexible, and I truly believe David and his crew love what they do. Professionalism and quality service at its best, Walk Fido is highly, highly recommended. read more

Walk Fido is fantastic! Super informative, definitely know their stuff. Priced very reasonably for the amount and caliber of care. We hired Walk Fido last minute to watch our pup while out of town for the weekend. Was super easy to fit our dog into their schedule. David stopped over before we left to go over everything and meet our dog. He was super friendly & knowledgeable. Received quick professional email updates & even some little videos of our dog as she interacted on her walks and with the other Walk Fido dogs. Took so much stress out of our trip knowing we left our pooch in such good hands!!! Came back and already noticed a difference in her behavior on leash even in such a short time! Impressed. We're going to keep using them for weekly walks & any away sitting we need. read more

Pretty Much absolutely amazing. I was very hesitant hiring a dog walker, because i am "slightly" over -protective of my first puppy...never owned a dog before. but i was forced because of mine and my boyfriends schedule to hire a dogwalker. David came by and was nice to spend some time explaining how their company works, all about dogs, their needs, which toys and how many to keep out, all about everything DOG.. i love that it's very easy to "book" with them. they are extremely accomodating. sometimes i am gone for 8 hours, and they even put out the food bowl if i ask them too. without them i would truly be lost, i would not have as easy a time being a dog owner. i have come to trust them a great deal. Thank you David and all at Walk Fido. You guys rock! read more

We love David, Don and the Walk Fido Team! They treat my dog with love, respect and discipline and I trust them enough to take care of the big boy when I'm out of town. They visit him several times a day and mix up his routine so that he doesn't miss me too much - so much easier than kenneling and I don't have to worry about my angel picking up bad habits or diseases from other dogs. read more

We have known David and the Walk Fido team for nearly a decade. We have NEVER had an issue over the many years we have been a customer. In fact, they bring observations in subtle changes in our two pups behavior to our attention. Just earlier this week we got a report about something observed in our big dog's elimination. We took him to our vet the next morning and, sure enough, there was a serious issue that we were able to quickly address because of a report from the Walk Fido walker. I wish I did not have to admit there have been times when we've turned to them for emergency access to our spare loft key because one of us has locked ourselves out while the other has been too far away to immediately help. Reliable isn't a strong enough word. David's team has become part of our pack and they are the only folks we trust with care of our two fur babies. When I refer someone to Walk Fido, I will screen them with questions first because I don't want to endanger my relationship with this excellent team. read more

I just started with them... but I am so excited. From my initial conversation with David, I knew it would be a good fit. Anthony my dog walker is great. My pup is already getting the hang of things and I couldn't be happier. Very professional!!!!! read more

I (also) can't say enough about Walk Fido! David and his team came to my rescue this summer when I landed a job across town and couldn't come home at lunch to walk my 2-year-old terrier, Gigi. David is extremely professional- he is very scheduled and punctual, sends out regular, detailed invoices via email and responds to any email inquiries/schedule changes within the day. I wish everything in life was this easy! As for Gigi, she is noticeably happier when I come home from a long day at work. She is 14lbs of terrier diva, and often tries to take control on walks. Now, however, she consistently sits at every corner without being asked, and when she's on a group walk with my brother's dog Brandy and I, she sits and waits patiently for Brandy to do her business. Is this my Gigi?! I assure you it is! I can tell she loves being apart of "the pack," and would recommend this service to any dog owner downtown! p.s. I love their twitter picture page, so cute! https://twitter.com/walkfido read more

Walk Fido is amazing. My two dogs have been going on daily walks since September 2011, so I'm not sure why it's taken me so long to write a review. One of my dogs has dog aggression issues, and I used to get nervous every time I walked her. Someone from Walk Fido saw me struggling one day, and stopped to give me a few tips. I was so grateful, and it was clear they knew what they were talking about. I decided to scheduled an In-Home Consultation right away. David is so kind and patient and also extremely knowledgeable. He really took the time to go through a home routine, and even took me out on a walk with my dogs to help teach me how to handle Moxy's issues. It really gave me the confidence that I needed and have made our walks much more enjoyable for both me and my dogs. After that I knew I wanted them to go on group walks everyday. It gives me peace of mind knowing that Moxy and Zeb get to go on adventures with a whole pack of dogs and aren't stuck inside the whole time I'm at work. I've also had Walk Fido take care of my dogs while I was on vacation, and it makes being away so much less stressful knowing they're in capable hands. Basically, David and the whole Walk Fido crew take the best care of my puppies. I don't know what I would do without them. They make you feel like your dogs are part of a big downtown family. They even saved me once when I locked myself out of my apartment. I highly recommend Walk Fido!!! read more

Walk fido to the rescue!! They are our super heroes!!! Our doggies love them, and so do we! It's easy to set up walks and if we get stuck at work we just give them a ring and they are there in a jiffy. Dan is amazing, and super nice. Our dogs even get excited when we run into him on our walks. Thank you walk fido!!! read more

We have been using David's team at Walk Fido for almost a year now. They came to our rescue when we had a baby last year and we have used them ever since. David goes above and beyond to provide as much comfort to our pup as he can - by communicating clearly with the dog walkers about the needs of our pup and pick-up details. While on maternity leave I met several of the dog walkers. Each were kind and considerate, and knew the pick-up routine details that we may have told David or another walker (sticky door, knock not doorbell, where the collar is, etc.). I've never noticed any inconsistencies with the group he employs. His walkers provide a calm, assertive energy that allows our pup to feel like one of the pack on the walks, making the walks beneficial both physically and mentally. We have used them for out of town service and he has allowed our pup to stay with them overnight rather than coming back to the house, when his schedule and the business schedule allows. They frequent DTLA neighborhoods, so while you might pay a same day/next day charge you know you have options for a dog walker in an emergency. David makes payments easy with simple monthly invoicing and automatic billing. I'm happy to have a service like this available to us in DTLA! read more

Walk Fido is the BEST!! We've used Walk Fido for a couple of years and extremely sad when we weren't able to keep using them after we left DTLA. David and his team are amazing! They are all so professional, dependable, and trustworthy. I especially love how they post pictures online so you can check to see how your baby is doing. They're also really flexible when it comes to last minute changes and emergencies. I get an invoice via email on a weekly basis and Dave replies to any inquiries within 24 hours. Now that we've left DTLA and in search of another dog-walking service, I'm worried that none of them can top Walk Fido. read more

WalkFido completely understands the attachment between dogs and their owners. I can't even begin to describe how wonderful our experience has been with WalkFido. And with both of us working quite long hours, it has been a life saver. From the beginning, David and his team have continually been both attentive and understanding of Gracie's needs and our schedules. Rather than the typical college student making a couple of extra bucks, Gracie's walkers are very caring and actually worked to develop a real bond with her. And that was incredibly important to us. From a management standpoint, David Cerwonka runs a very tight ship. There are never any forgotten appointments, or missed requests. David is also very available to discuss those inevitable behavior issues that pop-up. And he gives clear, insightful advice that is easy to put into practice and helps you get the most out of your relationship with your dog. read more

I have had the pleasure of hiring Walk Fido for the past 6 months or so, and the only reason I can no longer use them is because I am moving out of their area. I have had nothing but positive experiences with Walk Fido and their walkers- Dave runs a remarkable business, but more importantly truly loves dogs and values their training and discipline. If you want a great value and a friendly dog walking service and live in the downtown area, Walk Fido is certainly the way to go. I would recommend them to anyone, any day. read more

I work long shifts that are too long for my pup be to be alone. I used to take her to a daycare place in Dtla but she smelled like urine after. She got kennel cough at another place. Frustrated, I called David and have never looked back. My pup gets to stay home where she is most comfortable. I was hesitant since they are group walks but the socialization has been beneficial. If you love your pup, try David. I was able to take vacations without the guilt because I knew she was in good hands. read more

Walk Fido is great! As a dog walker myself it's hard for me to find a walker to trust and Dave really showed he'd care for my little guy. Everyone should use a walker they trust and walk Fido is that walker!! read more

My bf works for Walk Fido and I've helped out a couple of times with larger groups of dogs. He talks about his furry "clients" like they are his buddies and I've seen some truly antisocial dogs become so much more well behaved within just a few walks. It's a small company, but every one of them speaks dog fluently, and I've learned so much about dog psych just secondhand. Whatever your pup's issue, these guys know their stuff. read more

Walk Fido is great. They really understand dogs and give them discipline, exercise and attention. My dog loves it and looks very happy on his group walks with his friends. I totally recommend them to people with small and big dogs as a caring, professional service. Wlak Fido is my fav dog walker and your dogs needs the exercise so give 'em a call. Your pup will thank you - or at least will be tuckered out and will sleep the evening away. read more

Thanks Callie M for updating about your company but I think you missed the point. CONSISTENCY, ORDER, SCHEDULE, ROUTINE. Read any dog training book and you will see that reiterated time and again. 1. The staff gets bored a comment by David (read original review)....putting the dogs 2nd and the staff 1st. 2. 3-4+ people in a clients house when they are not around giving people access to house, personal belongings, etc. 3. 3-4+ dog walkers all need to be versed in the lay-out of someone's house, so when are all those walkers trained? 4. Who is teaching these walkers & replacement dog walkers your dogs names, quirks, habits, where their food is kept, where the meds are kept. Callie M from Walk Fido wrote: "to ensure that every dog gets the right amount of exercise and healthy socialization with other dogs every time they are out on a walk" 5. Socialization on dog walks with other dogs? Hmm, I rarely encounter very many other dogs when I walk my own dogs in my neighborhood, so your comment makes me think that my dogs will get picked up in a van with 20 other dogs and get shuttled to a dog park? Or walked with several other dogs? How would know if I wasn't around? 6. I understand you need back-up walkers if people are out of town or get sick. I get that, but 3-4+, and no telling in total how many in 30 days does tell me a lack of consistency in service at a time when dogs are stressed out already from owners leaving town. When owners go out of town dogs become stressed out, that is a time when they need consistency and bonding with a walker that will make them feel comfortable. Your comments just confirmed that your service is not one I care to ever use. read more

Absolutely phenomenal experience with Walk Fido. My guy, Butch, had some issues outside with other dogs and skateboards. And within one walk with David, he was a changed dog. I'm so thankful for his advice and help with my big guy! Thanks so much for everything. Our walks are so much more enjoyable now. Sadly, we are moving to the LBC so we won't be able to use Walk Fido any longer. We're so sad to take this away from Butch. If you're looking for dog walkers, this company should be it for you! read more

Hands down, the best obedience training that my dogs have EVER received!! I have 2 very anxious & active rescue Aussies that have failed most attempts at training. I had even given up on my one pups terrible walking skills ... He would pull so hard, his tongue would turn purple!! In the first 3 minutes of David meeting my pup Owen, he was able to immediately identify key issues, and in less than 10 minutes, had him walking loose on a leash! I never thought I would see the day! David has an incredible presence with the dogs, and a great way of being able to educate myself and my husband. We have faith again that we can continue positive changes and training with our dogs ... Thank you, David!!! read more

I LOVE these guys. I recently got a job, so I'm away from home for long hours. My young high-energy boxer got kicked out of two doggie daycares for having too much energy and pissing off the other dogs with his bossiness. When David came to visit and screen my dog, my dog was instantly different - much calmer. I was so grateful David agreed to have his team walk my dog. (It's hard having your family member get rejected!!) These guys are trained to take on any puppy issues rather than write dogs off as too difficult to handle. David and his crew are also very generous with advice, helping me to be a better dog owner. I come home to a happy, exercised dog! UPDATE: Over a year later, I still love the entire staff so much! Every walker is courteous, and I feel like I'm leaving my dog in a friend's hands. David always answers my dog training questions and never seems bothered by inquiries. Walk Fido is the very best thing about living in my neighborhood. read more

If I could give more stars I would. I was worried about leaving my rescued puppy alone while I was at work, but David came over for an hour on a Saturday and talked me through everything I needed to know. Anthony has been walking my puppy for a few months, and I couldn't be happier with his service. Both David & Anthony are quick to respond to my texts/ emails, and my puppy loves them. They've proactively given suggestions about changing the walk length and feeding schedule, which I so appreciate! I'm so so happy I found Walk Fido! read more

Hand your keys and your dog over to Walk Fido and don't worry about a thing. They are exceptional dog trainers, walkers, and care givers. When I schedule Walk Fido, I know that my dog will have a good long pack walk with not just exercise, but training and healthy socialization, as well. I come home to a happy, relaxed dog. I'm so lucky to have found WF! I trust them 100%. read more

We used Walk Fido's services for a year while living in downtown LA within their service area. They were professional in every way, requiring a meet and greet with our two dogs before agreeing to start the scheduled walks. They do require a 24 hour notice before cancelling a scheduled walk, which is understandable but has been annoying when my wife's work schedule changes abruptly and she's at home for the day with the dogs. read more

David and his team are terrific! From the moment we met David, we were touched by his enthusiasm and love for what he does. As stated in previous reviews, David is a true professional and so easy to work with! We are huge fans of Walk Fido and will would recommend them to all dog owners in the downtown area! read more

There were some issues with this dog walking service. I met with David, the owner, who seemed nice and was well versed with dogs and dog walking. However, David never walked my dog the entire two weeks or so that I had hired him. I understand that there are five people who are dog walkers under him. It seems like he manages these walkers but does not actually walk the dogs himself. So I never met with any of the people who were coming in and out of my apartment and walking my dog. Not to mention, it was not the same dog walker each time. That was one issue. I think continuity of care goes a long way especially with dogs. Miscommunication. There was miscommunication between David and I and David and the dogwalkers throughout my whole experience. Initially David made it seem like it would be fine to text or email me after the walks each day. Then after the first day, I received no text or email and he then told me that they would not be doing that. anymore. My dog and I have now lived in two different states in which the dog walkers would text or email me everyday. David told me that they had too many dogs and it was not feasible to do this service. That in itself is telling me that this is not a very personalized service and they seem rushed if they cannot even text a one sentence text. When it comes to my dog, this level of service is not ok with me. In addition, other dog walkers and doggy daycares in LA provide this service. He did say that If I wanted I could have a log book in which the walkers would write down how the walk was. So I said yes to the log book. The dog walker pretty much wrote 2 words : yes or no. (first yes or no question was if my dog pooped. Second was if anything was wrong). Several times, the dog walker would answer that something was wrong with absolutely no explanation or reason. I talked to David about it and apparently the dog walker didn't understand and nothing was actually wrong. It happened again. So pretty much the log book was useless and just a waste of trees. One day I came home and there was dog poop everywhere. I called David and he looked into it and no one had walked my dog that day. If I did not call David, I never would have known that no one came to walk my dog. So there was a lot of miscommunication going on. These little miscommunications are not a big deal until something bad happens. I was not comfortable communicating with David and kind of felt bullied about the whole text/email/log book fiasco and also felt like he gave me a lot of excuses. My dog is like my child so I am not ok with mediocre service or a lot of miscommunication and mistakes. David did always respond to my texts and phone calls. He apologized for the day that my dog did not get walked. He also did not charge me for the last week of service since multiple incidents had occurred that week. I hope they improve in the future. read more

David and the walkers at Walk Fido are incredible. They treat our dog as if she were their own. David is extremely responsive and flexible, so it is easy to add or subtract a walk if things come up. The walkers are reliable, consistent, and friendly. Our dog really gets excited whenever she sees them. All in all, I can't recommend Walk Fido highly enough. read more

We've used Walk Fido for a couple of years now, and I'm sad we won't be able to keep using them after we leave DTLA. David and his crew are very professional. They were always able to accommodate our requests, even on short notice. There were a few occasions where there were some difficulties - they couldn't convince our dog to go to the bathroom on her walks, and then she'd go to the bathroom in her crate - but they helped us resolve those and moved on. Oh, and they taught our hound to sit in just a few weeks after we'd tried for YEARS to get her to do it. I would highly recommend Walk Fido to any dog owner in DTLA. read more

Walk Fido is a great walking service. We had several walkers in NYC and none of them were as professional as these guys. We will really miss them now that we're moving. read more

We felt so lucky to have Walk Fido's team in our lives for over a year. The only reason we had to end our service with them was because of a move outside of their service area - though we wholeheartedly wish we could take them with us! Big shoutout to Anthony, who felt like a member of our family, and took such good care of our Charlie girl. I was always happy when I worked from home on certain days, so I could hear about their adventures around Downtown. Walk Fido is a great service for your pup if you live in DTLA. Their team is responsive, caring, responsible and communicative. All the things you hope to have when you leave your pup in the hands of others. Here's hoping they continue to grow and expand into other neighborhoods - we'll be the first to sign up when they do! read more

We've used Walk Fido several times over the last two years to take care of our golden retriever when we're out of town. They are extremely reliable, easy to work with and a great price! read more

Walk Fido changed my life. I know, it sounds really dramatic right? But it is 100% true. About a year ago, I found myself working all the time, leaving little time to properly exercise my pooch. Because of this, coming home to ripped up pillows, carpets and plants was becoming a daily occurrence. I was nearing my wits end when I finally broke down and cold-called Walk Fido. David, one of the owners, could not have put me more at ease. He came over, met my dog, went over everything and added him to the schedule immediately. Now I have my pup on a consistant walking schedule and he is doing great. I cannot say enough good things about David and Walk Fido. They have such a love for dogs, and they are 100% percent committed to giving them the best care possible. I recently had them "away" sit for my dog and it was easy and convenient and affordable. My dog actually came back a better behaved dog. If you are looking for a great dog-walking service in the Silverlake, Downtown, Echo Park area, look no further than Walk Fido. read more

david and the walk fido team are hands down the best. extremely knowledgeable, caring and very professional.. oh and our dog loves them read more