Dog Walkers in Joslin, IL

“Thank you for taking care of of our boys!”

Callista D.

About: I have previous dog daycare and animal shelter experience and have had 2 of my own dogs! I can handle big and rowdy to small and shy, I’ve seen it all! I can provide various services including medication. I’d love to get to know you and your pup! I’m mostly free during the week! College is in the future so I am free to visit your pets! I take care of my kitties everyday and have to give my ferret Smudge medication twice a day! I treat any pet as if they were my own, showered with love! I can provide anything your pet needs from playing to changing their diaper, no limits just ask!

About: I have worked in animal care for close to four years now. I worked in an animal shelter for two years and I am now on my second year of working at a vet clinic. I have worked with all sorts of animals with all different types of needs! I am currently quite flexible. Only days that are weird for me are Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursday mornings. I also fully get that certain meds are needed at certain times! I will completely respect your home and take the best of care of your fur baby! Any information and instructions I’m sent will be followed to a tee!

About: I'd like to start by saying I am located in Whiteside County. I have a house full of animals and I love every minute of it! I'd love to look after your pets too. Please feel free to reach out with any questions!!! Take a look at my reviews also for extra confidence. If you choose me you'll be choosing right! <3 Hello! I'm available to do boarding in my home up to two dogs / two cats per day. I do have a pretty flexible schedule and typically accept last minute drops. I prefer to do drop ins and can do up to three a day, depending on distance. I'm located in whiteside county, anything outside of that would have to charge extra for travel. It's not much, I'm a pretty fair person. :) I'm not doing over nights in other peoples homes at this time. My apologies. If you have any questions please ask!!!! I have a large yard for dogs to run around in and I live in a wonderful area. The whole community is Very dog friendly we even have a dog park on the other side of the block.

About: I’ve been around many dogs since I was little. Even viscous ones. But no type of dog scares me. Having a cane corso for about 4-5 years got me to be aware of any type of pets. Being around cats dosent worry me. Just as long as I pay attention to signs on what to and not to do. I work full time with kids and I love pet sitting for one of my friends. But usually after work I love to be around lovely pets. I will walk your dog personally. To be honest, letting a dog out in a yard doesn’t seem like they have much freedom. Taking them on an adventure is the way to do it so they have options. Treat them the way you would want to be treated is my motto.

“She does absolutely amazing with my super hyper nutjob of a lab and the communication is amazing”

Sophia K.

About: I’ve taken care of pets my whole life, have had dogs since I was a baby. And have consistently pet sat for neighbors and friends. I’ve also volunteered at vet clinics. Right now I’m back on campus as a college student. And I’m looking for some work! I don’t have many other commitments besides school and am very flexible with pet care! Since I live in a dorm, all care is provided in the client’s home so pets can stay comfortable in their own environment. I follow your pet’s normal routine for feeding, walks, and playtime, and always prioritize safety, cleanliness, and respect for your home. I’m also happy to send updates and photos while you’re away!

About: Hi! My name is Amanda. I have worked in doggie daycare, worked as a bather and in the sales department! At work I got to experience different breeds, temperaments and personalities! My favorite part of my job is building strong relationships with the owners and their dogs! I also have experience dropping in homes while their owners are at work, school or out of town. When I do drop ins I have taken them on walks, picked up after them and fed them. I absolutely love working with all animals! I am known to have great communication skills, I am compassionate , and I am responsible. I pride myself in those traits and look forward to building a relationship with you and your family member! I do have a full time job working with adults with intellectual disabilities. Mon-Fri I do work from 730am-4pm. I am still available during the weekends and can also do house sitting during the days that I work! I will follow their daily routine and make them as comfortable as possible while you are away. While walking them I will keep distance from other animals to ensure their safety. I will also follow all dietary needs and feeding schedules.

About: I have a cat named Fiona who I have had for 5 years now and she is the definition of spoiled. I also grew up helping take care of two dogs back home. Caring for animals is a natural instinct for me because I think it is important to help those who can’t help themselves. Pets provide undeniable loyalty and companionship and it’s only right to return the favor to our furry friends. 💛 I am looking to spend time caring for pets in my free time, which I can dedicate around 30 hours to a week. I have a lot of downtime that I would love spending checking on and walking pups! I can easily board any type of smaller animal at my house, excluding cats and dogs. I live in a pet-friendly house that I share with my cat, Fiona. That being said Fiona is old so I do not want to overwhelm her with other cats or dogs at my house, unfortunately.

About: Sierra has over 20 years of pet care experience between having a range of personal animals and then going into an animal career. Sierra worked as a kennel and vet assistant for a shelter for 3 years before grooming for 9 years. She still is grooming from home. Sierra is experienced in animal CPR and first aid. Very experienced with administering medications and working with nursing animals up to senior special needs animals. Sierra has had chinchillas, rabbits, birds, bearded dragons, snakes but of course dogs and cats as well. Lucas is an avid animal lover. His animal experience comes from his own personal animals as well as he has been pet sitting for a few years. He is very active and works their energy out through long walks, hiking, and playing with toys. Lucas has had bearded dragons, snakes, dogs and cats as personal animals and loved every second of it! We believe having someone do it from Rover provides a more personalized quality of care. They recieve a lot more attention and affection through private sitters than they do in large facilities. We work together so that we can accommodate everyone's wishes. We have super high expectations of care for our animals and we like to give those same standards to those we do pet care for. We are an all around animal fanatic. We love them all furry, fuzzy, hairy, feathery, and scaley. We believe when Pet parents are on vacation their pets should be too. We fully believe in spoiling and going above and beyond. We love taking dogs to the dog park and walking in all different parts of town. We have a cat room set up in our house with tons of toys and furniture to fully satisfy their needs. We believe in animals having a lot of love and affection, especially when they are already experiencing distance from their favorite people. Animals are not only something we are very passionate about but what we have revolved our lives around. Lucas is home all day and would be available to do 24 hour care. Sierra grooms Monday through Friday 8am until 12pm-1pm. If your pet care ends on the weekend and you want your pet to be groomed, arrangements can be made. I keep all dogs leashed when outside to guarantee their safety. I recently got a fenced in dog run that I monitor dogs in so they can be off leash. I never leave pets unattended. I can kennel dogs to keep separate if needed. I am also trained in animal first aid.

About: Hi I very caring, calm & pet smart – 7 years of experience with dogs, cats, puppies & seniors. Reliable, playful, and always on time. I’m available any day and time, except when I’m on vacation. I’m flexible and happy to stay overnight or adjust to whatever your pet needs! I do create a calm, safe space and follow all pet routines closely—whether at my home or yours. Pets are loved, watched, and always comfortable.

About: I’ve grown up around dogs my entire life, and caring for them has always been second nature to me. Starting at a young age, I was responsible for feeding, walking, and cleaning up after our family dogs. By the time I was 15, I began caring for a neighbor’s dog whenever they were out of town, building early experience in pet sitting and responsibility. Today, I’m 24 with dogs of my own, including one with medical needs, so I’m familiar with administering medication and maintaining a consistent care routine. In the summer of 2024, I even raised a litter of puppies, which deepened my understanding of early puppy development and the importance of socialization. From bathing and grooming to staying active with my pack, caring for dogs is a daily part of my life and something I’m deeply passionate about. Although I work full time during the week, my evenings are dedicated to spending quality time with my dogs. We enjoy walking, playing, and relaxing together. I’m also off on weekends, which gives me the perfect opportunity to help others who may be busy or working by making sure their dogs get the exercise and attention they need. I’m happy to offer weekend availability and evening flexibility to support both pets and their owners. I live on a spacious 2 acre property with a securely fenced in section of the yard dedicated to the dogs. The backyard is enclosed with three gates, each equipped with locks to ensure safety and prevent any clever pups from nudging them open. This setup provides a safe, open space for dogs to play, explore, and relax while giving owners peace of mind.

About: My boyfriend and I have always had animals in our lives. Growing up he lived on a farm with dogs, cats, goats, pigs etc. and I have had dogs and cats my whole life. We currently have 2 beautiful Great Danes, a bunch of rabbits, outside kitties, and a chinchilla! Our dogs love people, small animals, and would love a bigger dog to run around with. We would love to cuddle with your fur babies, go for walks, or just play in the fenced yard! With the holidays coming up we know how hard it is to find a reliable place for your dog to relax and stay at but we will make sure they get all the attention and time that they need while you’re away! We currently work 4 days a week leaving Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday to watch and care for your animals. My boyfriend is an early riser and I’m a night owl, so your pet will have plenty of time to get the care they need. We have a bunch of free time around the holidays as well! We have a 2 story house with lots of room for them to lay around and have their own space if needed. We also have a large backyard that is fenced off already for our dogs.

“Very communicative ahead of the first walk!”

Luke A.

About: I am open to most pets. Cats, Dogs, Horses, Calves, Lambs, Guinea Pigs, Turtles, etc..... If extra special care or out of state, I do charge travel fees. I do have experience with older pets and young ones. I have been known to raise Opossums from the size of mice to adults. If that gives you an idea! I am open to new proposals and willing to negotiate new situations! (Unencountered situations when it comes to pets) I also House-sit, plants, pets etc... I do travel out of state to Illinois (Mostly the North suburbs of Chicago) and Wisconsin. This is where I have done house-sitting. Pets and Plants can be included in this care. I do add travel expenses, mainly for gas, when traveling for house sitting. I get up in the morning and get my coffee going and then tend to pets that are around. They get fed first thing, inside and outside. Feral cats seem to be present in the morning. Litter boxes are checked. Water Bowls. Mostly I go to people's homes and care for the pets at their houses, but I have had people bring them to me. I have an extra room set up in my barn if there are anxieties or stress with animals and they need a quiet place. I am in the process of updating that room a little more. It is heated for the winter months. I do have hand brushes and combs for extra attention and I do go talk to whoever is around. If dogs come, they can be walked. Although I live in a small town, I am close to nice places to walk on the edge of town.

About: From nose ears to little pads I know what's going on with my little guys being very big on doing things myself so that way I catch when things are not right with them. I currently my own Boss with my own schedule with some time and some flexibility to help out with other families that might need help Walkable access to parks and trails for opportunities for outdoor play and fun time. I've always been big on both supervised engaging play time 🤓