Dog Walking Central Oak Park

“Milagros was fantastic! Our pup Zoey was so excited to spend some time with her and was super bummed to see her go. Milagros worked on some commands and doggo etiquette while she was here and was very respectful of our space. I can always tell when Zoey has a good time because she zonks out afterwards. 😴 I know Zoey is looking forward to more walkies and play time with Milagros soon!”

Kyler K.

“As always, Ashley has been great with our older dog. But now, she shows amazing patience with our (sometimes trying) puppy. Thanks again, Ashley!”

Kellie W.

“Sophia was very sweet and kind. I appreciate her being on time and giving me an update on how their walk went. Boomer came back very tired, mission accomplished! Thank you Sophia. Looking forward to seeing you again”

Pam G.

“Sarah was fantastic! Our 95 lbs puppy Ela loved her and was very well behaved either. Ela came back from the walk tired and happy. Highly recommended Sarah.”

Anna W.

“Julius is always very responsive and sends great pictures!”

Kelsey N.

“Walker didn't even bark when I came home so I know he was very well taken care of. Jaclyn provided updates for each visit and arrived on time each day.”

Ed and J.

“Marina is so great! She is reliable and she is always on time! We booked with her a couple times and Bentley is always happy and relaxed after spending time with her. I totally would recommend her and book with her again!”

Andrea B.

“Audrey has been great with our dog! He gets excited to see her every time she stops by. She communicates well and we really appreciate all of her help. 10/10 recommend.”

Janet B.

“Lauren was extremely accommodating to my scheduling error and went out of her way to take care of Luna! Would highly recommend working with her. Thank you!”

Meghan B.

“Darlina was exceptional with my Chance. She was responsive and communicated well and followed all my directions. I would 100% trust her with all my pet needs. Thank you Darlina!!”

Nancy A.

“Oreo and I so appreciate Amanda and Hector’s help during these beginning weeks of the new school year! I know Oreo looks forward to going on his lunch potty breaks with Hector where he can sniff to his heart’s content. 🐕 💜 🥰 We truly appreciate Hector’s flexibility when he comes a bit earlier some days due to the hotter weather or Oreo’s needs. We will definitely be requesting Amanda & Hector again!”

Dana C.

“Krystal was absolutely wonderful with Max! She walked him mornings and evenings while I was away and sent great updates. Max is a sweet boy, but it always takes a special person to make him feel completely comfortable, and Krystal did just that. She is reliable, caring, and super easy to communicate with. I will definitely be booking her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy pet sitter!”

Olga C.

About: Hi there! I’m Mel. I’ve had dogs in my life for over 30 years — growing up with Golden Retrievers, German Shepherds, Border Collies, and Labs, and later caring for high-energy breeds like Huskies, Malamutes, Pit Bulls, and Dobermans as an adult. I’m comfortable with big dogs, strong pullers, and dogs who need real exercise, but I’m just as happy with a Chihuahua curled up on the couch. I spent 8 years as a nanny, so looking after something that depends on you completely isn’t new to me — it’s second nature. I offer house sitting, drop-in visits, and walks. I don’t board dogs in my own home, since I have a resident cat (a very opinionated tabby mix), but I’m experienced with cats too, including Maine Coons and other long-haired breeds, if you need a sitter for feline friends as well. I’ve handled the less glamorous parts of the job without blinking: medication schedules, backyard cleanup, even a dog who met a skunk face-first. My standard for every visit is simple — when you get home, your house should look better than when you left it, and your dog should be fed, exercised, and ready to sleep well. I treat your home and your animal the way I’d want mine treated. I’m self-employed, so my schedule is flexible and mostly built around dog care. I’m generally available 8am–6pm on weekdays, with some days running later. In the summer heat, I keep an eye on pavement temperature and adjust walk times so it’s safe on paws — sometimes that means earlier or later in the day rather than midday. Weekends are available with advance scheduling. I’m also happy to do drop-in visits spaced out over the day or across longer periods if that suits your dog’s routine better than a single visit. Since I don’t board dogs in my own home — I have a resident cat — all my care happens in your space, on your dog’s normal turf, which tends to be less stressful for them than an unfamiliar house. I follow whatever routine you set: meals, meds, walks, exercise. I’m comfortable administering medication, cleaning up after accidents or messes, and handling anything that comes up — I’ve dealt with a dog getting skunked, dogs with high energy who need real exercise, and the everyday logistics of keeping a home running while you’re away. My rule for every visit: your house should look better than when you left it, and your dog should be fed, exercised, and settled by the time you get home.

“Ash has walked my Aussie three times now. Poppy always returns smiling and relaxed. Ash is quickly responsive to a request and pleasingly punctual. I recommend her for dog walking without reservation.”

Katherine D.

“Cory was super professional and very friendly. I have a senior dog and Cory made me feel secure that he is capable of taking the time with him that he needs while also letting him get out his energy. Was also very good with communication and setting days and time before hand which helps tremendously with scheduling. Highly recommend reaching out.”

Raymond L.

“Debbie greeted the boys with a smile and such warm energy, and provided the most thorough update after their walk. She came fully prepared with wipes to clean them off afterward, which came in especially handy when one of the other boys decided to pee on Baxter’s head 😂. She went above and beyond, and I highly recommend her. We’ll definitely be repeat customers. Thank you, Debbie!”

Nyron S.

“Taylor was wonderful. She was flexible, dependable, and was very attentive to our pup.”

Margeaux R.

“Amazing as always!”

Linda E.

“I don’t know what we’d do without Hans! Probably never be able to leave town again! He’s wonderful with our leash reactive anxious mess, and we came home to a dog who heeled much better than when we left!”

Martha K.

About: I’ve been taking care of dogs since I was about 12, but in the last 2 years or so I have helped family and friends with their dogs whenever needed. I am able to feed them on time, take them out on walks and potty breaks, play with them, and administer any medication. I’m currently only working in pet sitting and babysitting jobs. Watching pets is my full time job and I love it! I am available anytime and any day. I have a fenced yard that creates a safe area for dogs. I have an indoor cat that is very shy and will probably be in my bedroom with the door closed. She is very friendly.