Dog Walkers in Lincolnwood, IL

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Sitter Profile Image: Paul D.
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Paul D.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Skokie, IL, 60076

Paul did a great job taking care of our girl Grace. He took care of her exercise, meals and company needs, and communicated with us clearly during the trip! She has a new buddy! Highly reccommend!

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Shannon W.
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Parisa H.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
94 reviews
25 repeat clients
10 years of experience
North Park, Chicago, IL, 60659

Parisa is amazing! She is super thorough and makes sure she gets all the details down and follows all directions you give her! She stayed even longer with my dog to make sure she was taken care of. She’s super kind and trustworthy!! Will be using her in the future for all dog walking needs!

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Sitter Profile Image: Melina T.
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Melina T.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
lincolnwood, IL, 60712

About: I have experience with cats, dogs, birds, fishes, hamsters and other small creatures! I have experience with administering timely prescription medications, sensory activities, play time, long walks, bathing, and copious amounts of cuddle time! I have experience training puppies with potty time, pee pads, and tricks! Kittens with litter box training, and automatic litter box training as well. I work from home which allows me to have flexibility in pet care, drop in visits, long walks, boarding, and have high patience with animals. I have experience house-sitting cats, dogs, birds, hamsters and other small creatures. I am respectful of pet parents and their homes, and am mindful of quiet hours.

Sitter Profile Image: Elizabeth T.
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Elizabeth T.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
2 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Lincoln Square, Chicago, IL, 60625

Elizabeth was very responsive and so kind to my pups! She was available last minute and even filled the dogs water bowl up when she left. 💕🥳

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Marie S.
Sitter Profile Image: Shante D.
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Shante D.
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$25
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4.9 out of 5 stars
100 reviews
45 repeat clients
6 years of experience
West Ridge, Chicago, IL, 60645

Shante helped me out when I was in a pinch and realized with short notice that I needed a dog walker. She was very responsive and from the pictures looked like my pup loved his time with her! I will definitely use Shante for future walks.

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Jenna S.
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Taylor W.
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$15
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4.5 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
13 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Skokie, IL, 60076

Great job walking my pup!

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Sitter Profile Image: Adriana R.
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Adriana R.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
9 repeat clients
5 years of experience
West Ridge, Chicago, IL, 60659

Adriana is amazing and I’m very thankful she was able to accept my walk request on such short notice. My puppy was a little nervous but warmed up quickly to her.

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Nikol M.
Sitter Profile Image: Luise H.
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Luise H.
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$10
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
7 years of experience
North Park, Chicago, IL, 60659

Luise was very communicative and conscientious. I was comfortable trusting her with my dog.

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Jess G.
Sitter Profile Image: Tony C.
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Tony C.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
4 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Chicago, IL, 60645

Rufus loved Tony! He was very confident dealing with one very big dog.

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Sitter Profile Image: Maya V.
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Maya V.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
2 years of experience
West Ridge, Chicago, IL, 60659

About: I am truly a dog lover with years of experience walking, feeding, and caring for dogs of various sizes and personalities. I am dedicated to treating your furry family member like my very own, ensuring they receive the highest level of care, comfort, and companionship. My schedule is highly open and flexible to provide consistent, dedicated support whenever your pet needs it most. The only exception is a brief daily window from 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM for a recurring client. Because I strictly provide one-on-one care and never mix dogs from different households, your pet is guaranteed my full, undivided attention during their walk. Taking care of your furry friend is the highlight of my day! I am a timely, organized, and consistent person. I am able to follow all instructions, routine, and accommodate your schedule so you feel supported. I provide safety, comfort, and care for your pet! My attention is always 100% your dog and our surroundings. During walks, I always keep your dog securely leashed, and I do not permit interactions with other dogs to ensure a controlled, stress-free environment.

Sitter Profile Image: Anana A.
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Anana A.
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$14
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4.9 out of 5 stars
76 reviews
18 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Albany Park, Chicago, IL, 60625

Anana was available last minute when I had an emergency trip and was a life saver! She was incredibly communicative, always kept us up to date with the walk card and pictures, and was wonderful for Tully while we were gone! We absolutely would recommend her for your pet car needs.

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Sitter Profile Image: Claude h.
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Claude h.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
5 years of experience
West Ridge, Chicago, IL, 60659

About: I’ve been caring for animals for most of my life. I grew up looking after our family dog and helping with neighbors’ pets, and in my 20s and early 30s I regularly sat for, fostered, and checked in on friends’ and community members’ animals—mostly dogs and cats, with the occasional bird, frog, or turtle. I adopted my own cat in my 30s and have lived with multiple pets while sharing homes with roommates. While much of this care was informal, it gave me a wide range of hands-on experience. After a particularly rewarding role walking dogs for a company from 2022 to 2023, I began freelancing and now work with clients through community referrals. I’m just getting back into freelance pet care after taking time off over the past couple of years to recover from injuries, and I’m really looking forward to being active in this work again. My schedule is currently quite flexible as I rebuild my client base, which allows me to accommodate a range of needs. I’d love the chance to meet your pets and provide attentive, reliable care. Take care! When I’m pet sitting or doing drop-in visits, I start by confirming the schedule and any specific needs or routines for your pet. From there, I focus on being both thorough and present—making sure all daily care is handled carefully while also spending quality time with them. I approach each visit with genuine affection and attention, so your pet feels safe, cared for, and well-loved while you’re away.

Sitter Profile Image: Dorion D.
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Dorion D.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
2 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Albany Park, Chicago, IL, 60625

About: I'm a playful and fun friend to animals of all kinds! While this app is focused on dogs and cats, I have expeirence with reptiles as well. I'm cool under pressure and can handle hectic environments. The wildest experience I've had was with 3 grown dogs, 8 puppies, and a cat. Best weekend of my life. I have one regular client in the mornings, Mon-Wed. outside of that, I tend to prefer about 5+ days' notice for sits, 2+ for drop-is & walks. I can be flexible when my schedule allows 👍🏾 I'm adaptable and can adopt whatever schedules and routines you specify for your pets. I know it's good for dogs to get some exercise, so I'll play with them as much as I can. (a win-win since it's also good cardio for me!) If they're good with other dogs, we'll go to the dog park! With cats, I find it's best to follow their lead to an extent. I'm observant and will get a good idea of their boundaries quickly.

Sitter Profile Image: Sheena M.
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Sheena M.
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$15
per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
8 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Irving Park, Chicago, IL, 60641

Sheena was great and went above and beyond to make sure my fur kiddo was well taken care of. She was reliable, caring, and kept me updated which gave me a lot of peace of mind while I was away.

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Sitter Profile Image: Houston S.
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Houston S.
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$20
per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
88 reviews
35 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Lincoln Square, Chicago, IL, 60625

Houston treats Hank like he is her own dog. Hank is always calm and happy after she takes care of him. i couldn't do my job without her valuable and reliable help!

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Sitter Profile Image: Justina D.
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Justina D.
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$14
per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
2 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Albany Park, Chicago, IL, 60625

Justina was so great with our puppy, we are so grateful for the care, clear communication, adorable pics, and thoughtful gift as well! We would definitely love to have Justina come back anytime!

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Savanna A.
Sitter Profile Image: Sade S.
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Sade S.
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$25
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4.8 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
3 repeat clients
4 years of experience
lincolnwood, IL, 60712

About: I am an animal lover who’s been taking care of dogs since I was small I’ve watched family members pets walked them to parks and believe in spending quality time with our pets. If you need quick answers please feel free to call me. I am open through the weekends all day but when it comes to weekdays there might be restrictions but if I can get an email or a text I could see if I have time I am very flexible with my schedule as long as I am given a little time to prepare I make sure to follow up with feeding a dog first to give them time to digest their food and then playing with them because animals need love and companionship and after I would take the dog for a long walk because they need air and I find it helps them end their night right but if I was to start earlier in the day everything would be two to three times depending on the type of dog

Sitter Profile Image: Connor S.
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Connor S.
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$31
per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
2 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Forest Glen, Chicago, IL, 60646

Communicative and helpful, Connor did a great job with my dog ducky! Will hire again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Lilah B.
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Lilah B.
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$20
per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
North Park, Chicago, IL, 60659

Lilah is so great with our pooch! She’s so caring and provides feedback and is very reliable!

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Sitter Profile Image: Jennifer F.
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Jennifer F.
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$20
per walk
15 years of experience
Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL, 60646

About: While I’m beginning my professional pet care journey, I’ve been around animals my entire life — including cats, dogs, turtles, and more — and I’m very comfortable providing loving, compassionate, high-quality care. I’m intuitive, empathetic, detail-oriented, and a strong communicator, which I believe are all important qualities when caring for animals. I understand how important it is to place your pets in trustworthy hands, and I’ll always treat your fur babies with the same love, patience, and attention I would want for my own. I’m not just there to complete tasks — I genuinely love animals and enjoy bonding with them, making sure they feel loved, comforted, and cared for while their humans are away. Whether your pet needs a fun, active environment or a calm and relaxing space, I’m happy to accommodate their unique personality and needs to help them feel happy, safe and comfortable while in my care. Thank you for considering me! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. I look forward to meeting you and your pets! :) I have a very flexible schedule as someone who creates my own work hours, which allows me to accommodate many different schedules and give your pet plenty of attention, care, and companionship throughout the day. I care for your pets in your home with the same love, attention, and respect that I would give my own. I greet them warmly and offer plenty of pets, cuddles, affection, and companionship based on their individual personality and comfort level. I make sure they are fed on schedule, have fresh water, clean litter boxes, playtime, and any additional accommodations or care requested. For pets who require walks, I ensure they are safely harnessed and comfortable while allowing them time to explore and sniff at their own pace. I stay attentive to their surroundings, prioritize their safety around other animals, and make sure they remain comfortable in all weather conditions — never too hot or too cold. My goal is always to help your pets feel safe, cared for, relaxed, and loved while you’re away. :)

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Amber was very helpful and gave great care for momo, Also supervised a playgroup of 4 additional dogs For me last minute!

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Orel S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jacob helped out with walking my dog, Piglet, who absolutely adored him. He always came home extremely happy and tired!

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Katie K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Diane has been great with my 80 pound lab. She shows up on time, is very reliable and has a obvious care and passion to the dedication of the well-being of animals. Very happy to have found her!

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Carina B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Paulina is awesome - super professional! She is very communicative and shared lots of photos. We plan to book her again!

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Natalie F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Allene has been a fantastic dog walker - communicative, punctual, and great positive energy for Rango - he always nearly wags his tail off when she arrives to take him! Allene does a nice recap at the end of the walk to let us know what the walk was like and what Rango was up to. We’re happy to have Allene booked for recurring walks with Rango and know he’s in great hands!

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Brendan L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I was just saying the same thing over and over again, but if you want trustworthy Dog Walker, who has exceptional communication skills that to mention my dog is madly in love with him and cries when he leaves. This is the person to hire.

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Marnie B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Amazing! She stepped in after I had a minor medical emergency and fit in with Hank like a glove. Patient, experienced, energetic, I cannot recommend her dog walking services enough!

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Edie G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

B was very patient with my scared dog during their first walk, sent me multiple updates and communicated clearly. 10/10 would recommend!!!

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Paulina B.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

Elizabeth was very responsive and so kind to my pups! She was available last minute and even filled the dogs water bowl up when she left. 💕🥳

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Marie S.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

My senior boxer had an accident before ananna came to walk him. She cleaned it up which shows me she is caring to not leave my best friend with a mess. 🩷🐾

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Malissa S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Eddie was a great walker for our dog, Sammy! He arrived perfectly on time both days and gave great updates of their walk. I will definitely be reaching out in the future!

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Andy F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Have used Lauren for both house sitting and dog walks for my 10 year old larger dog and couldnt have better things to say about both experiences. Apartments been kept clean and the dogs always happy.

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Scott S.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

Karen has been such a blessing to Henry and I. He gets excited to see Karen weekly, go for a walk and eat treats! Thank you for all your help!!

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Jennifer G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

My two dogs love to see Athena! She has been our backup dog walker several times and clearly likes them.

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Lacinda H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I highly recommend him! He is extremely responsible and super attentive to details. A solid 5 stars!

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小兵 郑.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Ray has always been amazing with our elderly dog. He's extremely friendly and personable, and all of my animals really enjoy his company.

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Ashley O.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

Michelle is fantastic with Milo! Always punctual, gives great updates, and clearly cares about Milo. Milo loves her, and we feel at ease knowing he’s in good hands. Highly recommend!

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Jung P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Paul did a great job taking care of our girl Grace. He took care of her exercise, meals and company needs, and communicated with us clearly during the trip! She has a new buddy! Highly reccommend!

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Shannon W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I cannot speak more highly of Parisa. I’ve been working from home this week and getting to see how happy my dog is to see her makes my heart happy. Parisa is genuinely so sweet to my senior dog. I know that Parisa takes care with her and is aware of and helps to keep her old joints safe. I just really appreciate how awesome Parisa is! Thank you Parisa!

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Carrie W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Justina was so great with our puppy, we are so grateful for the care, clear communication, adorable pics, and thoughtful gift as well! We would definitely love to have Justina come back anytime!

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Savanna A.
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Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Lincolnwood on Rover as of Jun 2026 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.

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As of Jun 2026, there are 11,557 dog walkers in Lincolnwood. 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 Lincolnwood dog walkers respond in under an hour.

Dog walkers in Lincolnwood have an average of 14 years of experience. Dog walkers with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 Lincolnwood.

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:

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There are 11,557 dog walkers in Lincolnwood on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Lincolnwood, 90% 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.

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