Petme neighbourhood guide · Wigan

Book dog walking in Atherton, Wigan

Verified Atherton dog walkers for daily walks, lunchtime breaks and high-energy pups who need to move.

Browse background-checked walkers near Atherton, see photo and route updates after every walk, and get Protection Plan up to £20,000 for eligible vet costs. Owners pay 0% in booking fees on Petme.

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£420
On Petme£407+£13 Cashback
Typical platforms£466+£46 Owner fee · 11-15%

Petme adds 0% owner fee and pays cashback (capped at £20 a booking). Typical platforms charge between 11% and 15% owner fees. Sitters set their own rates, so totals vary.

Up to 90%
of every booking kept by the sitter
£20,000
Protection Plan maximum for eligible vet costs
250K+
members on Petme
4.9 / 5
average sitter rating

Dog walking in Atherton

A dog in Atherton that misses its midday walk gets restless, and a tired owner stuck at work cannot always get home in time. Petme connects you with local Wigan walkers who fit a real walk into your dog's day, share photos when they are done, and learn your dog's pace and habits over time.

Every walker is ID-verified and reviewed by other Wigan owners, and the Protection Plan offers up to £20,000 for eligible incidents during the walk. Set a meet and greet through the app first so you and your dog meet the walker before anything is booked.

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Verified pet sitters in Atherton

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Caitlin & Jak

Caitlin & Jak

From £4

Availability confirmed 13d ago

Hi, we’re Caitlin & Jak (Grace’s Paws) from Atherton and love being outdoors with dogs on our days off!

Wigan
Eirini

Eirini

From £10

Availability confirmed 6d ago

All paws are welcome <3

Wigan
Andrea

Andrea

From £10

Availability confirmed today

Your pet’s new favourite friend❤️🐕🐈

St Helens
Olivia

Olivia

From £10

Availability confirmed today

Caring, reliable animal lover offering dog walks and friendly home check-ins

Bolton
Shani Fothergill

Shani Fothergill

From £8

Availability confirmed 4d ago

Here to make tails swish & whiskers twitch!

Bolton
Vikki

Vikki

From £18

Availability confirmed 2d ago

💜🐶 I am an experienced and responsible dog sitter with a passion for providing excellent care. I understand that every dog has different needs and I always provide a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable

Bolton
Chor Ho

Chor Ho

From £10

Availability confirmed today

Your Pet’s Second Best Friend

Warrington
Matthew Price

Matthew Price

From £10

Availability confirmed 13d ago

Hi I’m Matt, I’m 26 years old and a dog dad to an awesome Labrador named Marley who’s the inspiration behind the dog business my wife and I set up! we absolutely love dogs and enjoy seeing Marley play

Warrington
Iona

Iona

From £10

Availability confirmed 5d ago

I love cats with all my heart 🐱🥰

Salford
Pui Yan Tam

Pui Yan Tam

From £10

Availability confirmed 11d ago

Reliable and energetic dog walker in your area!

Trafford
Arlo

Arlo

From £10

Availability confirmed 3d ago

Hello, I am 22 years old and love spending time with all dogs! I’m a friendly and reliable dog walker and have a flexible schedule.

Liverpool
Justin

Justin

From £9

Availability confirmed today

Join the fun! 🐶🐶🐶

Preston
Mayla Gabriela

Mayla Gabriela

From £8

Availability confirmed today

Sociable, reliable pet‑sitter/walker in Greater London with fully flexible summer hours .

Manchester
Maddie

Maddie

From £12

Availability confirmed 3d ago

Animal lover who is excited to care for your pet as if they were my own 🐾✨

Manchester
Lily

Lily

From £10

Availability confirmed yesterday

I'm currently studying Fine Art in Manchester and love all animals very much. I'm missing my own cat back home and would love to take care of your critters!

Manchester
Helen

Helen

From £10

Availability confirmed today

Moggies are Marvellous! I love them..Spending time with our furry friends is never time wasted It's always purrrfect! 💖🐈🐈‍⬛🤗

Crosby
Kiera Thurlow

Kiera Thurlow

From £8

Availability confirmed 12d ago

hi I’m Kiera I’m 19 years old and I love dogs I have two French bulldogs named Mabel and Todd who I adore

Manchester
Christina

Christina

From £5

Availability confirmed 10d ago

Manchester
Jounnara Begum

Jounnara Begum

From £30

Availability confirmed 8d ago

Hi! I’m a caring and reliable pet lover who genuinely enjoys spending time with animals. I have experience caring for dogs and understand that every pet has their own personality, routine and needs.

Manchester
Amber Lily

Amber Lily

From £10

Availability confirmed 10d ago

Hey I’m Amber, I’m a friendly caring and reliable person with a genuine love for dogs cats and other animals,I’docoe the opportunity to help keep your dog happy active and well cared for. I’m patient

Liverpool
Sophia

Sophia

From £10

Availability confirmed 15d ago

Animal lover ready to look after your pets as if they were my own!

Manchester
Ryan Loughrey

Ryan Loughrey

From £12

Availability confirmed 14d ago

A pet parent first, a sitter second.

Manchester
Alice pande

Alice pande

From £11

Availability confirmed 7d ago

“Loving, experienced qualified in pet cpr fully dbs checked and insured

Manchester
Jack Dolan

Jack Dolan

From £10

Availability confirmed yesterday

Always happy to work with dogs, no matter the breed.

Stockport
Mary Breeze

Mary Breeze

From £20

Availability confirmed yesterday

I am a 71 year old widow, living alone, with 3 adult children, and 2 grandchildren. Iam retired from work as firstly a primary school teacher, and latterly a local government officer for childrens' a

Stockport
Liam Butler

Liam Butler

From £10

Availability confirmed 3d ago

I’ve been a cat owner for almost 2 years and have grown up around dogs so I’m comfortable caring for both! I’m a caring, responsible and trustworthy person. I love spending time with animals and I’ll

Blackpool
Κωνσταντίνα Δήμητρα

Κωνσταντίνα Δήμητρα

From €6

Availability confirmed 6d ago

Worleston

FAQ

Dog walking in Atherton: common questions

How much does a dog walker cost in Wigan?

A single walk in Wigan usually runs £10 to £15, with regular weekday slots often discounted. Rates depend on walk length, the walker's experience and whether it is a solo or group walk. You see each Atherton walker's price before you book on Petme.

Can I book the same walker for Atherton every day?

Yes. Most owners in Atherton book one walker for a recurring weekday slot so the dog sees the same familiar person. You arrange the schedule directly with that walker in the app and can keep it running week to week.

Will I get updates after each walk in Atherton?

Yes. Atherton walkers send a photo and a short note after every walk so you know your dog was picked up, exercised and dropped home safely. The Protection Plan also offers up to £20,000 for eligible vet costs.

Book dog walking in Atherton

Download the Petme app, set your area to Atherton, and line up a verified local dog walker for this week.

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