About The Monster Minders
We’ve been walking Philadelphia dogs since 2005 and have grown into one of the city’s most trusted dog walking companies, built on consistency, communication, and a genuine love of dogs (AKA the wonderful monsters we get to spend our days with.)
Every dog is different, every household has it quirks and figuring out what works is part of why we love what we do. We know the neighborhoods, the rhythms of running a service company, and the little details that make a big difference to our clients. And yes, we’ve won Best of Philly a few times. But what matters more to us is that our clients keep trusting us, year after year, with dogs they love like family.
If you’re looking for steady, no-drama dog walking that actually makes your life easier, you’re in the right place.
Check out our services and find the perfect fit for your dog!
That's a Funny Name!?
People often ask where our name comes from.
The answer is simple: every dog is somebody's beloved little monster. The couch stealers. The squirrel chasers. The giant lap dogs. The treat negotiators.
And a Minder? That's the trusted human responsible for keeping that monster happy, exercised, and loved while you're away.
It's a name that has made us smile since 2005, and more than twenty years later, it still feels like the perfect description of what we do.
Our Story
Tui!
The Monster Minders started back in 2005 in Bella Vista, Philadelphia, when two dog-obsessed newlyweds decided to turn our favorite thing into our full-time thing. After college, we stuffed everything we owned into backpacks and worked our way around the world: picking up odd jobs, eating questionable food, and “borrowing” every friendly dog we met along the way (since we couldn't have one of our own.)
When we finally landed in Philly (Carrie’s home turf), the plan was grad school. But we threw up a quick Craigslist ad (remember Craigslist?) to pick up a few walks in the meantime. One client led to another, and before long, it wasn’t just a side thing anymore. It was working. And more than that, we loved it! Before long, we realized: why not build a life where hanging out with dogs is the whole job? So we did.
Fast forward to today: we’ve helped our clients enjoy nearly a million worry-free workdays, picked up a few “Best of Philly®” awards, and even served on the Mayor’s Animal Advisory Committee for the City of Philadelphia. But our favorite honor? When a client tells us, “You make my life so much easier.”
At home, we’re proud pet parents to Tui, our lovable, rescue mutt. Every Monster Minder on our team is carefully chosen with one key question in mind: Would we trust them with Tui? If the answer is yes, we know they’re someone you can trust, too. Because Tui is our world.
We’ve been doing this for over 20 years. And we still love it.
A message Carrie (Owner and Founder)
Tell us about your dog.
Let’s find out how we can make your days a little easier.
Want to vibe-check us first? Let’s chat.
Our Promise to You
Your dog may be a monster.
But they're your monster. We'll get to know their quirks, routines, favorite blocks to sniff , and all the little things that make them who they are.
We'll show up. We'll keep you informed in a fun and thoughtful way. And we'll treat your dog with the same care we'd want for our own.
We'd love the chance to get to know your dog.
Why Philly Trusts Us
21 Years of Experience
We have been doing what we love since 2005.
Trained employees, Not Gig Workers
Our Minders are part of our team, not app-based contractors.
Insured + Background Checked
Your dog and your home are always in trusted hands.
Real Support, Real People, Right here in Philly
Every walk is backed by experienced local managers, so there’s always a real human available when you need us the most.
Active in the Philadelphia Rescue Community
Through our Rescue Romps program, we help shelter dogs get out for walks, adventure, and a break from the kennel.