Let these local animal lovers take your dog for a walk

When you can’t be there to love on your pet, these four Winston-Salem businesses can offer stand-in snuggles + a lot more.

• Coastal Elite K9 Training will teach your dog sit, stay, and roll over — or, just take them for a 30-45 minute walk. Prices start at $30.
• Venture Dog Walking will add play to potty time or take your pet on longer adventures. Services start at $21.
• Paws & Plants offers 30-minute mid-day walks, dog boarding, and house sitting services. Walks start at $20 per pet. Bonus: The team can also care for your plants.
• Robinhood Dog Walking offers visits ranging from 20 to 60 minutes for two dogs + cat care is also available. Prices start at $21.