Dog Walkers in Hometown, IL
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Top rated Hometown dog walkers
“With the busy schedules my husband and I have, we use Melissa weekly for recurring walks. She is great about picking up extra walks when we need, so our fur baby has some consistency with all traveling I do for work. Bruno loves her and I love the peace of mind she gives us! Thanks Melissa for all you do!”
“Margaret was great working with my dogs and flexible with her schedule. I would highly recommend!”
About: I have 4 dogs that I’ve owned for 5 years now. I adopted two of them as puppies, so I potty trained them and taught them how to sit, lay down, walk off-leash, etc. I adopted my other two as adults, but I did train them how to walk off-leash as well. I care for them every single day, which includes feeding them on the same schedule every day, walking them, playing with them, bathing them when needed, taking them to the vet when needed, cleaning up after them to ensure a healthy and clean environment for them. I’m currently a college student who works part-time, so I’ll have plenty of time to care for your pets! I am available Monday-Thursday after 4pm, Friday after 2:30pm, and all day Saturday-Sunday. In my client’s home, I will complete any task they ask of me in the way they ask to do it, as I completely understand that certain dogs need certain routines and strategies. I respect my client’s homes and the way they operate their home lives, and will do all I can to ensure their pets are happy and healthy.
“Matt is !absolutely great with Luca!! He’s very accommodating with unexpected requests. He’s very easy going and reliable. Luca (my dog) loves him and looks forward to his walks with Matt!”
About: I have two cats and have taken care of numerous friends’ dogs while on vacations. I routinely feed and clean up after my cats. I genuinely enjoy walking and caring for friends’ dogs. I’m currently working full-time from home. I am picking up shifts at a store in the mall as well. I enjoy filling my life with helpful tasks. I am very attentive to any special needs or unique quirks your pet may have. I want to let your pets personality shine and give them encouragement to live happy lives.
“Danielle, by far, has one of the greatest dispositions when it comes to working with pets. Being a pet owner, herself, she comes with the love, patience and temperament it takes to care for any pet.”
“She's prompt, professional, trustworthy, and always takes great care of our dog. Don't hesitate... book Valeria for your pet needs!”
“We found Lindsey through a FB group and she came over and met our babies and the rest is history! She is so kind and gentle with them but firm when she needs to be. The dogs love her so much and actually look forward to spending time with her. I swear they know when she is coming to play with them! When Lindsey went away to get her masters in another country, we were devastated to lose our favorite pet sitter, but happy for her new journey. When we learned she was coming back after completing her degree, we couldn’t be more thrilled! She is such a gem, and loves our babies like they were her own!”
“Gionna was great! From the first message I sent to inquire through the last message after her last walk with Roxy! Her communication was spot on and her care for Roxy was very assuring. She came for a meet and greet since she was Roxy’s first walker. They hit it off and had great walks while I was gone making me more relaxed and less worried to enjoy my weekend away. Thank you Gionna, we can’t wait to work with you again!”
About: My calm demeanor works best with those that are old, skittish, or just wanting a comforting presence. For those with high energy I will happily play with them to their hearts content so you can come home to a calm and content pet. Currently, my schedule allows for me to be available in the mornings as early as 7am. Evenings until 10 are negotiable if more time is required. To give your pet the best care I require a rundown of your pets daily life and any special needs they may have so as to do that to keep to their schedule.
“Mariana is the only person I trust when it comes to watching my two cats. They can not be separated, and they are very selective with who they like to hang around with. And they have absolutely no problem being around her. Anytime she takes care of them, they give her the same love and respect they do with me. I’m happy to have found someone both me and my cats are comfortable with.”
“Rial has been caring for Daisy for many months now, she always treats her like her own and shares such good times with her and us. She was the perfect pick for Daisy and we would highly recommend her for any needs you have for your dog. She is like family and you can’t find that easily.”
“My cat Loves Jessica and that is saying a lot. He can be standoffish towards people other than me and my husband. I think its because he can sense she loves her own cat and dogs that she has told me about. He gave her the old sniff and pause...then let her pet and play with him. This is great for me because when I cant get home or go away for the weekend and can not bring him along, I know she will be there to pay with him and give him some lovings! He is a snuggle beast! ahahaha. My mother in law has a dog that needs some attention during the day while she is at work....I have told her about Jessica! I will be booking her for the dog too! This is the best thing ever! How cool is this service to have and thank you Jessica!”
“Kendra is professional, dependable, kind and caring. I am grateful that I was able to find her here at Rover to help me with my Pomeranian - Tango. Kendra provided me with messages and pictures from the time she picked up and dropped him off. Kendra is someone you can trust to care for your pet with TLC. I am very thankful for her!”
“Chelsea is very good with animals. She is also hardworking, reliable, and punctual. Your pet will be in very good hands with her as their caregiver.”
“My first dog, I’m SUPER overprotective and neurotic about her, lol:). Ami was soooo wonderful with my “baby.” She’s trustworthy, honest, flexible, caring and knowledgeable about dogs! My baby LOVES her! Highly recommend!”
“Kaitlyn is a good friend of mine that has watched my animals for me numerous times. They are kind, thoughtful, and thorough. They are very good at following the directions I left for my animal care. They have experience in reptile, amphibian, insects, and mammal care. I would definitely recommend them for any job pertaining to a pet!”
“Incredible with directions and as sweet and caring as she is wonderful.”
“Mia is a wonderful person and dog lover. I recommend her taking care for your loving dogs, she treats them like they are her own.”
“Aileen's care for Toby was absolutely exceptional. Not only did she diligently take him for walks, but she also ensured he had plenty of water before parting ways. On top of that, she thoughtfully sent us regular photo updates. Without a doubt, I will be rebooking with Aileen in the future. Her kind and professional demeanor is truly remarkable.”
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1. Melissa B.
“With the busy schedules my husband and I have, we use Melissa weekly for recurring walks. She is great about picking up extra walks when we need, so our fur baby has some consistency with all traveling I do for work. Bruno loves her and I love the peace of mind she gives us! Thanks Melissa for all you do!”
2. Margaret M.
“Margaret was great working with my dogs and flexible with her schedule. I would highly recommend!”
3. Taylor M.
About: I have 4 dogs that I’ve owned for 5 years now. I adopted two of them as puppies, so I potty trained them and taught them how to sit, lay down, walk off-leash, etc. I adopted my other two as adults, but I did train them how to walk off-leash as well. I care for them every single day, which includes feeding them on the same schedule every day, walking them, playing with them, bathing them when needed, taking them to the vet when needed, cleaning up after them to ensure a healthy and clean environment for them. I’m currently a college student who works part-time, so I’ll have plenty of time to care for your pets! I am available Monday-Thursday after 4pm, Friday after 2:30pm, and all day Saturday-Sunday. In my client’s home, I will complete any task they ask of me in the way they ask to do it, as I completely understand that certain dogs need certain routines and strategies. I respect my client’s homes and the way they operate their home lives, and will do all I can to ensure their pets are happy and healthy.
4. matt M.
“Matt is !absolutely great with Luca!! He’s very accommodating with unexpected requests. He’s very easy going and reliable. Luca (my dog) loves him and looks forward to his walks with Matt!”
5. Colleen K.
About: I have two cats and have taken care of numerous friends’ dogs while on vacations. I routinely feed and clean up after my cats. I genuinely enjoy walking and caring for friends’ dogs. I’m currently working full-time from home. I am picking up shifts at a store in the mall as well. I enjoy filling my life with helpful tasks. I am very attentive to any special needs or unique quirks your pet may have. I want to let your pets personality shine and give them encouragement to live happy lives.
6. Danielle R.
“Danielle, by far, has one of the greatest dispositions when it comes to working with pets. Being a pet owner, herself, she comes with the love, patience and temperament it takes to care for any pet.”
7. Valeria P.
“She's prompt, professional, trustworthy, and always takes great care of our dog. Don't hesitate... book Valeria for your pet needs!”
8. Lindsey F.
“We found Lindsey through a FB group and she came over and met our babies and the rest is history! She is so kind and gentle with them but firm when she needs to be. The dogs love her so much and actually look forward to spending time with her. I swear they know when she is coming to play with them! When Lindsey went away to get her masters in another country, we were devastated to lose our favorite pet sitter, but happy for her new journey. When we learned she was coming back after completing her degree, we couldn’t be more thrilled! She is such a gem, and loves our babies like they were her own!”
9. Gionna T.
“Gionna was great! From the first message I sent to inquire through the last message after her last walk with Roxy! Her communication was spot on and her care for Roxy was very assuring. She came for a meet and greet since she was Roxy’s first walker. They hit it off and had great walks while I was gone making me more relaxed and less worried to enjoy my weekend away. Thank you Gionna, we can’t wait to work with you again!”
10. Alaedja J.
About: My calm demeanor works best with those that are old, skittish, or just wanting a comforting presence. For those with high energy I will happily play with them to their hearts content so you can come home to a calm and content pet. Currently, my schedule allows for me to be available in the mornings as early as 7am. Evenings until 10 are negotiable if more time is required. To give your pet the best care I require a rundown of your pets daily life and any special needs they may have so as to do that to keep to their schedule.
11. Mariana F.
“Mariana is the only person I trust when it comes to watching my two cats. They can not be separated, and they are very selective with who they like to hang around with. And they have absolutely no problem being around her. Anytime she takes care of them, they give her the same love and respect they do with me. I’m happy to have found someone both me and my cats are comfortable with.”
12. Rial A.
“Rial has been caring for Daisy for many months now, she always treats her like her own and shares such good times with her and us. She was the perfect pick for Daisy and we would highly recommend her for any needs you have for your dog. She is like family and you can’t find that easily.”
13. Jessica C.
“My cat Loves Jessica and that is saying a lot. He can be standoffish towards people other than me and my husband. I think its because he can sense she loves her own cat and dogs that she has told me about. He gave her the old sniff and pause...then let her pet and play with him. This is great for me because when I cant get home or go away for the weekend and can not bring him along, I know she will be there to pay with him and give him some lovings! He is a snuggle beast! ahahaha. My mother in law has a dog that needs some attention during the day while she is at work....I have told her about Jessica! I will be booking her for the dog too! This is the best thing ever! How cool is this service to have and thank you Jessica!”
14. Kendra C.
“Kendra is professional, dependable, kind and caring. I am grateful that I was able to find her here at Rover to help me with my Pomeranian - Tango. Kendra provided me with messages and pictures from the time she picked up and dropped him off. Kendra is someone you can trust to care for your pet with TLC. I am very thankful for her!”
15. Chelsea H.
“Chelsea is very good with animals. She is also hardworking, reliable, and punctual. Your pet will be in very good hands with her as their caregiver.”
16. Ami P.
“My first dog, I’m SUPER overprotective and neurotic about her, lol:). Ami was soooo wonderful with my “baby.” She’s trustworthy, honest, flexible, caring and knowledgeable about dogs! My baby LOVES her! Highly recommend!”
17. Kaitlyn D.
“Kaitlyn is a good friend of mine that has watched my animals for me numerous times. They are kind, thoughtful, and thorough. They are very good at following the directions I left for my animal care. They have experience in reptile, amphibian, insects, and mammal care. I would definitely recommend them for any job pertaining to a pet!”
18. Giselle V.
“Incredible with directions and as sweet and caring as she is wonderful.”
19. Mia V.
“Mia is a wonderful person and dog lover. I recommend her taking care for your loving dogs, she treats them like they are her own.”
20. Aileen H.
“Aileen's care for Toby was absolutely exceptional. Not only did she diligently take him for walks, but she also ensured he had plenty of water before parting ways. On top of that, she thoughtfully sent us regular photo updates. Without a doubt, I will be rebooking with Aileen in the future. Her kind and professional demeanor is truly remarkable.”
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Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Hometown on Rover as of Mar 2025 was about $20 per walk, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A dog walker’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.
As of Mar 2025, there are 10,521 dog walkers in Hometown. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog walker near you. As a reminder, dog walkers joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple dog walkers about your booking. Typically, 86% of Hometown dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in Hometown have an average of 13 years of experience. Dog walkers with repeat customers have an average of 3 repeat clients. Experience can vary from dog walker to dog walker, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare dog walkers in Hometown.
You can’t always predict a super busy day at work, but you can anticipate your dog’s needs. Instead of rushing home at lunch, book a dog walker to give your dog a 30- or 60-minute dog walk. Your dog walker can stop by as many times as you need—on whatever days you need them. With the Rover app, get a comprehensive Rover Card from your dog walker that includes:
- Start and stop times
- A map of their walk with total distance
- Pee, poo, food, and water breaks
- Cute photos and a personalized note
There are 10,521 dog walkers in Hometown on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Hometown, 88% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We know each dog is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog walker near you. As a reminder, all dog walkers on Rover have been background checked for you and your dog’s safety.
Yes! Dog walkers joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog walker through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your dog walker has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your dog is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your dog walker requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog walking service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your dog walker’s cancellation policy.
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