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Best Dog Walkers in Oak Park

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Our goal is to connect people with the best local professionals. We scored Oak Park Dog Walkers on more than 25 variables across five categories, and analyzed the results to give you a hand-picked list of the best.

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Rover

Oak Park, IL
  • Dog Walking
  • Pets Services

Why choose this provider?

Rover offers doggy daycare services for pet owners throughout the local area. Its network includes thousands of pet sitters that are available to care for dogs while their owners work or travel. The service connects sitters with clients online or through its app. Customers can meet with sitters prior to booking, and services are available for a range of dogs, including high-energy puppies and dogs with special needs.

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4.5

Price: $10 off first booking!

Oak Park, IL

Why choose this provider?

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Lyons, IL 60534

Why choose this provider?

Love Em and Leash Em is a professional dog walking and pet sitting company serving the community of Lyons, Illinois, and the surrounding areas of Riverside, Brookfield, LaGrange, LaGrange Park, Hinsdale, McCook and Countryside, Illinois. Love Em and Leash Em is a locally owned and operated business specializing in reliable and attentive pet care. This company provides a wide variety of services including dog and cat sitting, play-time and socialization, exercise, potty breaks and cleanup, dog park visits, in addition to pet supply trips. Clients recommend the team of professionals at Love Em and Leash Em for their high-quality service.

Reputation:

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5.0
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (12)

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Chicago, IL 60614

Why choose this provider?

Urban Tailz is a professional dog walking and pet sitting business serving the city of Chicago, Illinois, and the surrounding areas. Urban Tailz is a locally owned and operated business specializing in high-quality, reliable, and consistent care for cats and dogs. This company provides a broad range of services including dog walking, fresh water and feedings, potty breaks, play-time and socialization, puppy walks, litter box cleaning, weekend and holiday appointments, visits to the vet, groomer or trainer in addition to pet store errands. Urban Tailz also offers house sitting services to include live-in pet care, watering plants, and collecting mail.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
5.0
Google
5.0 / 5 (39)
Facebook
5.0 / 5 (14)

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We hire mystery shoppers to call our providers anonymously and evaluate them. Providers who respond quickly, answer questions thoroughly, and communicate politely score higher.
5.0
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Chicago, IL 60618

Why choose this provider?

Cruisin' Canines is a full-service professional dog walking company operating in the city of Chicago, Illinois, and the surrounding neighborhoods including Albany Park, East Village, Lincoln Park, Andersonville, Bucktown, Depaul, Wrigleyville, Wicker Park, Ravenswood, and Uptown. Cruisin' Canines is a locally owned and operated business specializing in offering reliable and high-quality dog walking and care. This company provides a broad range of services including walking, fresh water and feeding, puppy service, and in-home pet visits. The team at Cruisin' Canines also offers boarding services that include play-time and socialization with other dogs, all in a stress-free environment.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
5.0
Facebook
5.0 / 5 (33)
Google
5.0 / 5 (16)

Professionalism:

We hire mystery shoppers to call our providers anonymously and evaluate them. Providers who respond quickly, answer questions thoroughly, and communicate politely score higher.
4.5
Responsiveness
Friendliness
Helpfulness
Detail

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Chicago, IL 60618

Why choose this provider?

Rover-Time is a full-service professional dog walking and pet sitting business operating in the city of Chicago, Illinois, and the surrounding areas. Rover-Time is a locally owned and operated business specializing in offering a high standard of care for pets in the Chicagoland areas. This company provides a broad range of services including private, individual walks, puppy and senior check-ins, medication application, cleanups, play-time and socialization, feeding and fresh water, and detailed owner updates. Rover-Time is a member of Pet Sitters International and the Association of Professional Dog Trainers. All team members are trained and certified in Pet First Aid and CPR.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
5.0
Google
5.0 / 5 (36)
Facebook
5.0 / 5 (1)

Website
Chicago, IL 60647

Why choose this provider?

Kim Walks Dogs is a full-service dog walking business serving the Chicago, Illinois community, and the surrounding areas of West Town, Logan Square, Avondale, Humboldt Park, Bucktown, and Wicker Park. Kim Walks Dogs is a locally owned and operated business specializing in high-quality and reliable pet care solutions for a variety of clients. This company provides a wide range of services including potty breaks, puppy care, pet transportation, in-home pet sitting, overnight visits, and cat sitting. Kim Walks Dogs also feeds fish, waters plants, brings in the mail, checks on homes, and rotates lights. Clients recommend Kim Walks Dogs for their thorough service and affordable pricing.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
5.0
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (41)
Facebook
5.0 / 5 (17)
Google
5.0 / 5 (5)

Website
Chicago, IL 60641

Why choose this provider?

Supreme Pet Care is a full-service professional dog walking and pet sitting business serving the city of Chicago, Illinois, and the surrounding northwest Chicagoland areas. Supreme Pet Care is a fully licensed and insured business specializing in reliable pet care solutions provided by a team of trustworthy staff members. This company offers a wide variety of services including dog walking, feeding, watering, cleaning the litter box, medication administration, puppy care, in addition to overnight in-home pet sitting services. Clients recommend the team of professionals at Supreme Pet Care for their attention to detail, high-quality service, and affordable pricing.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
4.5
Yelp
4.5 / 5 (35)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Introduction

    Many people have turned to dog walking as a regular household service. Dog walking can give your pet some exercise while you’re away at work or just take this chore off your hands when you’re having a busy day. Additionally, some people simply need dog walking help if they’ve sustained an injury or have health-related issues.


    Regardless of why you’re hiring a dog walker, it’s a hugely positive act for your pet. They get exercise, company, and an extra set of eyes on them.

  • How often should you walk your dog?

    The general rule is to walk your dog at least three to four times a day, with each walk being at least 15 minutes long. However, this can significantly vary depending on the dog breed, the dog's age, and the dog's energy levels. For example, some breeds that require a lot of exercise are Labrador retrievers, German shepherds, and boxers.

  • How long should I walk my dog?

    In total, most vets recommend a dog receives between 30 minutes to two hours of exercise a day. The variation depends on your dog’s energy levels. So, if you're hiring a dog walker for a one-hour morning walk, you can choose to do the other 30 minutes to an hour yourself in the evening.

  • How do you walk a dog?

    Usually, it’s safest to walk your dog on a leash so you can prevent them from wandering away. Dog walkers can help your dog learn how to walk well, as they are experts in dog walking. In general, dogs should walk close to their owners (or dog walker) and stay on the left side.

  • How do you train a dog to walk on a leash?

    Many dogs don’t adapt to leash walking right away. They may lunge, pull, or even stop walking. You can ask your dog walker to help train your dog to walk on a leash better. For example, when dogs pull on a leash, the correct reaction is to stop walking. Eventually, this teaches them that pulling won’t be tolerated.

  • How do I stop my dog barking when out walking?

    It doesn't feel great when your dog barks at other dogs. Luckily, you can train this behavior out of them. The experts recommend you teach your dog to heel. This way, when other dogs pass by, you can get your dog to heel and reward them for their good behavior. You can ask your dog walker to practice this on their walks.

  • Why do dogs like walks?

    Walking your dog has two benefits: it's physical exercise for them and it's mentally stimulating. Dogs are genetically a very active species that likes to be outdoors, so they enjoy getting outside a couple of times a day. Additionally, the smells and sights on their walk stimulate their brain. The human equivalent of a dog’s walk is like reading a good book.